RESTORE YOUR MOTORCYCLE
Bespoke Ducati Restoration in Brisbane
There’s something truly special about restoring a Ducati—breathing new life into a machine with history, character, and potential. At Duc Lab, restoration isn’t just about fixing what’s broken—it’s a collaborative process grounded in passion, patience, and precision.
Whether you’re after a full ground-up rebuild or a subtle refresh, we take the time to understand your bike’s story and your vision for it. Each restoration is approached with respect, care, and a craftsman’s eye for detail. We document the entire journey, keeping you involved every step of the way. With your permission, we also share select projects with our online community to celebrate the transformation.
Because every build is tailored, we offer limited restoration spaces to ensure every bike receives the time and attention it deserves. If you’ve got a Ducati project in mind, reach out early—we’d love to help bring it back to life.
What to expect from your restoration: craftmanship, honesty & passion
Quotation and timeframes are can be tricky to accurately predict due to many variables. Restoring your Ducati at Duc Lab means partnering with Ash throughout a transparent, methodical process. You'll experience professional craftsmanship, honest communication, and a genuine passion for quality from initial consultation to final handover.
Initial Assessment & Consultation
Your restoration journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where Ash inspects your Ducati and discusses your vision. This isn't a rushed inspection – we take time to understand your goals, budget, and expectations. Ash will walk you through the bike's condition, explain what's needed, and provide honest advice about the restoration scope.
This collaborative approach ensures we're aligned from day one, creating a restoration plan that matches your dreams while respecting your investment.
Disassembly, Cleaning & Evaluation
Systematic disassembly begins with careful documentation and photography of each step. Every bolt, gasket, and component is stored in labelled containers. Components are thoroughly evaluated for wear, damage, or corrosion. This isn't just cleaning; it's an assessment that determines what can be saved, what needs refurbishment, and what requires replacement.
This assessment will be discussed with you, helping you make informed decisions about restoration scope and budget allocation.
Replacement & Refurbishment
Depending on the scope of works, we source genuine (where available) Ducati parts or reputable aftermarket alternatives for replacement components. Ash keeps you informed throughout this process, explaining options and costs for each decision. Our goal is to preserve your vision while meeting your budget.
Nothing is rushed – every component receives the attention needed to meet our high standards and your expectations.
Cosmetic Refinishing
Cosmetic restoration transforms your Ducati's appearance while preserving its character.
Duc Lab works closely with highly skilled and local automotive professionals and suppliers who uphold the same high standards and attention to detail in their work.
We also offer vapour blasting, zinc plating and 3D printing.
Unforseen issues and/or additional work identified
Restorations always reveal surprises – it's the nature of working with older machines. When we discover additional issues, we stop work and contact you with detailed photos and explanations.
You receive honest assessments of the problem, repair options with costs, and recommendations based on the bike's overall restoration goals—no work beyond the agreed scope proceeds without your approval.
Our transparent approach means no surprise bills – every additional repair is documented, quoted, and approved before proceeding.
Final Detailing & Checks
The final stage involves comprehensive detailing and quality inspection. Every surface is cleaned and polished. Ash conducts a complete systems check, verifying all functions operate correctly.
A final road test confirms everything meets our standards. Upon handover, we explain maintenance requirements or running-in procedures.
Start Your Restoration Journey Today
Don't let your Ducati gather dust any longer. Contact Duc Lab now to begin the restoration process that will transform your bike into the stunning machine it was meant to be. With limited restoration slots available each year, secure your place in our workshop schedule. Your Ducati's transformation starts with submitting this form.
