Might be fun, just to have something different. But, only if it were a second bike.
Ducati's..would you own one?
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Ducati just offered up the 1098 R at $80G and they sold out before production started..
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As long as the engine is in good condition (crankshaft, rockers, camshafts and belts came to mind), you shouldn't have any problems with it. Carb sync is no big issue. Besides, air-cooled 2 valvers are relatively easy to work on. In my former Ducati group, only highly tuned SS's (big bore / high compression pistons, aggresive crankshafts, large diameter valve airflowed heads, big-bore Dell'Ortos) used to have mechanical problems. Judging by the ad, the bike should be in good condition, but such a low price is a bit suspicious.
I used to have a 748 SP, first series ('98, see below). It was supposed to be a nightmare, but I had a very reputable mechanic to take care of her and never had a problem (other than some leaks from the oil return and some flakes from the cams). Even if I loved the chassis composure, power delivery and deep engine tone, I never got used to the mechanical clatter of the desmo and the dry clutch. And I REALLY got pissed off by most of the Ducati fellow riders, mostly jap-bashing posers. When I discovered that the owner of my workshop had an R1, and considered Duc owners basically rich people wanting to show their wealth, and an awesome bussiness for him, I sold it and got a Gixxer. But that's another story...
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I used to have a 748 SP, first series ('98, see below). It was supposed to be a nightmare, but I had a very reputable mechanic to take care of her and never had a problem (other than some leaks from the oil return and some flakes from the cams). Even if I loved the chassis composure, power delivery and deep engine tone, I never got used to the mechanical clatter of the desmo and the dry clutch. And I REALLY got pissed off by most of the Ducati fellow riders, mostly jap-bashing posers. When I discovered that the owner of my workshop had an R1, and considered Duc owners basically rich people wanting to show their wealth, and an awesome bussiness for him, I sold it and got a Gixxer. But that's another story...
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+1The new 848, Supermotard and 1098 are very nice, and if lotto luck struck, I'd get me one of each
just throwing this in.... same buddy also bought an MV Agusta F4 recently. yep, yet another Italian money-pit, break down beast. I love the looks, but I'll take RIDING over fixing any day of the week
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I would own a duck in a minute. A 916 is my attainable dream bike.
Again Mr. Charlesbusa, if money were no issue at all, I'd own the MV, the Ducati and an 08 Busa. How pimpin' would that be?PM -->
Yup, but that ain't nuth'in compared to the €100,000 ($146,285)Augustaibified @ Jan. 01 2008 said:
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I wouldn't own one...not my style of bike. I'm into longer rides...not a big canyon carver. I value pure acceleration and comfort over handling and racetrack prowess. I have heard they're pretty high maintainence, but if your into the twisties it might be a nice purchase...it'll def be diff than all the other japanese liter bikes running around out there...albeit slower
as long as they are serviced regularly they are pretty reliable, not japenese like but not money pits by any means
if your mechanically inclined and can do your own valve adjustments they arent bad at all
for the record I put about 20 k on a 2000 996 including racing and track days
my father has and does own several ducati's including a 900ss and 900fe he has had to replace a couple of rocker arms because of flaking , changed the clutch m/c and he did have problems with rust in the tank of one of the 900's. but when you consider how many miles and how hard he rides his bikes I dont think its bad.
ducati's are diff though I personally love them but the experience of riding one is much diff then riding a busa for sure
if your mechanically inclined and can do your own valve adjustments they arent bad at all
for the record I put about 20 k on a 2000 996 including racing and track days
my father has and does own several ducati's including a 900ss and 900fe he has had to replace a couple of rocker arms because of flaking , changed the clutch m/c and he did have problems with rust in the tank of one of the 900's. but when you consider how many miles and how hard he rides his bikes I dont think its bad.
ducati's are diff though I personally love them but the experience of riding one is much diff then riding a busa for sure
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Did you ever have that "feeling" to just leave it be? I see money here. Lot's of it.
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If your a perfectionist
(I am one also- Me, it must always look like it just came off the show room floor) then your going to be spending $$$$ on that 900 from what I see
. My suggestion to Ya
, look for another bike like a SUZ TL1000R
. I had one and I'll have to say, I'am sorry I let it go
If your a perfectionist(I am one also- Me, it must always look like it just came off the show room floor) then your going to be spending $$$$ on that 900 from what I see
. My suggestion to Ya
, look for another bike like a SUZ TL1000R
. I had one and I'll have to say, I'am sorry I let it go
Plus, I have to be one up on Brendanp. He's winning now.
r8
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