This year’s MotoDoffo labels celebrate some of Marcelo Doffo’s most unique custom builds, and the Ducati adorning the 2019 Gran Tinto label is no exception. Dubbed the Ducati “Magneto” because of the now rare magneto-equipped motor, this bike is another example of inspiration striking when a couple of components came into Marcelo’s life.

“I saw this tank, and it totally inspired me to put it together with this magneto motor that I had,” Marcelo recalls. “There are not too many of these magneto motors around anymore, which makes it a very unique bike.”

The magnetos were originally made by Italian Motors, Ltd, a shop based out of San Gabriel, CA. Marcelo had this 125cc motor for some years before envisioning the rest of the build when he saw the beautifully shaped gas tank which is now one of the most eye-catching features of the bike.

Marcelo goes on, “I used a Ducati frame and made some small modifications, and the seat I made myself by hand. It needed to be very specific; I tried several different seats and none of them were working.”

Marcelo is a talented painter, as is evidenced by not only this motorcycle, but many in his collection. One of the other unique aspects of this build is the front fairing, inspired by the Ducati race bikes of the past. “This is where I get emotional about this bike,” Marcelo explains. “I have a friend who is going through some health issues. His racing number was #50, so I dedicated this bike to him by putting his number on the fairing.”

One thing is for certain: this motorcycle is near and dear to Marcelo’s heart, and therefore is worthy of being immortalized on the 2019 MotoDoffo Gran Tinto label with original artwork by Roland Sands.