Bandit9 Releases Limited Edition (RED) 800 Motorcycle
The boutique manufacturer produces nine custom bikes to support global health efforts.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Motorcycles
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Bandit9 has unveiled the (RED) 800, a custom motorcycle limited to just nine units worldwide. Each sale includes a $14,000 donation to the (RED) charity to help combat preventable diseases.
Why it matters
This collaboration combines high-end motorcycle manufacturing with a philanthropic initiative to address global health disparities. By producing a limited run, Bandit9 directs significant funding to (RED) for each unit sold.
The (RED) 800 features an 821cc Ducati Testastretta engine producing 110 hp and 65.8 lb.ft of torque. The bike has a dry weight of 386 lb and is priced at US$49,900.
The players
Bandit9
Bandit9 is a custom motorcycle manufacturer based in Vietnam known for its bespoke, hand-built designs.
(RED)
(RED) is an organization founded to engage businesses and people in the fight against preventable diseases.
The details
Bandit9 constructs each motorcycle body from hand-shaped aluminum and builds the units to order. The bike is equipped with 43-mm Sachs forks and an adjustable Sachs monoshock to complement the Ducati powertrain.
Timeline
The (RED) 800 launch was announced on October 31, 2026.
Customers face an estimated wait time of eight months to a year for delivery.
Roadmap
This project continues the industry trend of boutique builders integrating high-performance legacy engines from established manufacturers into bespoke designs. It highlights a shift where small-batch manufacturing prioritizes unique, hand-crafted aesthetics alongside proven mechanical platforms.
Prospective buyers should expect a significant lead time, with orders requiring eight months to a year for fulfillment. The high price point and limited production run position this motorcycle as a collectible asset rather than a standard daily commuter.
The takeaway
Collectors interested in this collaboration should act quickly given the extremely limited production of nine units. Buyers should factor the extended manufacturing wait time into their expectations for vehicle delivery.
Further reading
For more on the latest custom builds and industry trends, see our Motorcycles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New Atlas.
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