After years of riding my Ducati 999, I decided to finally treat her to the ZARD Deep Sump Double Seat Full Kit—and it's nothing short of transformative. Right out of the box, the craftsmanship stopped me in my tracks: hand‑made in Italy from AISI 304 stainless steel, every weld and curve oozes race‑ready quality, yet refined in finish
Once installed, the difference was dramatic. The kit sheds about 5.1 kg off the stock weight, bringing the total system down to just 8 kg. That weight loss turned my 999 into a flickable, agile blur in corners. The mid‑range torque hit me hard—no dyno required to feel the +9 hp bump. And the sound…wow. This isn’t just an exhaust; it’s a voice for the bike. The roar is deep, purposeful, and unmistakably ZARD—aggressive enough to command attention without crossing into obnoxious

I’ve owned my 2004 Ducati 999 for years and always loved its character, but adding the ZARD Exhaust Deep Sump Double Seat Full Kit has completely transformed it. The quality of the kit is the first thing that stood out—every weld is precise, the stainless steel feels bombproof, and the finish looks like it belongs on a factory race bike.

On the road, the weight savings are instantly noticeable. Dropping over 5 kg made the bike feel more agile and responsive, especially in tight bends. Acceleration has a new urgency too—the promised horsepower bump is real, and mid-range pull is far stronger than with the stock system.

Then there’s the sound. The deep, throaty roar is pure Ducati soul amplified—loud enough to turn heads but still refined enough not to be obnoxious. It feels like the bike finally found its true voice.
Installation was straightforward and required no ECU remapping, which was a relief. The fit was perfect, and everything bolted on cleanly without modifications.

I finally took the plunge and installed the ZARD Exhaust Deep Sump Double Seat Full Kit on my Ducati 999 (2003–2005), and let me tell you—it was worth every cent.

From the moment I unboxed it, the Italian craftsmanship was obvious. Forged by hand from premium AISI 304 stainless steel, the pieces feel rock solid and exude that special artisan charm that ZARD is known for
Weighing in at just 8 kg, the system shaves off a hefty 5.1 kg compared to stock. he difference isn't just on paper—my 999 feels noticeably lighter, especially when flicking it into corners or whipping it out of a tight chicane.

Power delivery is sharper too. With a +9 hp gain, the throttle response is more immediate and potent—particularly in the midrange where you really feel the push. No ECU remap was needed—just bolt it on and go
But the real kicker? The sound. It’s that deep, aggressive race‑inspired tone that asserts your presence whether you're on the street or the track. It sounds feral yet refined.

Installation was straightforward. The kit fits perfectly with no headaches. Just pair it with the double-seat setup and you’re track-ready in no time