New Ducati Monster

Heavy-Dee · 11-15-2005, 9:43 AM

http://superbikeplanet.com/2005/Nov/e/n051115a.htm

What do you guys/hondagals (he he

) think?

HD

HondaGalToo · 11-15-2005, 9:46 AM

I've always liked the Monster. Probably never get one, but it's cool that it has the "big engine" in it. However, looks-wise, I like the air cooled engine in there better. I saw one of the older Monsters with the 996 or so engine, and the radiator sticking out just ruined the looks. The dual pipes on one side were great looking, but that radiator....

I've got my eye on a different Ducati......

Proto · 11-15-2005, 9:59 AM

got to agree with HG2, the air cooled motors look so much better, and if truth be known the two valve motor is plenty powerful enough for a naked bike.
Flogged my M900Si.e. Monster last year, sort of regret it now. Still the best looking roadster in my opinion.

Heavy-Dee · 11-15-2005, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by HondaGalToo

I've always liked the Monster. Probably never get one, but it's cool that it has the "big engine" in it. However, looks-wise, I like the air cooled engine in there better. I saw one of the older Monsters with the 996 or so engine, and the radiator sticking out just ruined the looks. The dual pipes on one side were great looking, but that radiator....

I've got my eye on a different Ducati......

999r?

RC51Mike · 11-15-2005, 12:19 PM

I do like that too but I'm still happy with the M750 I have now. I don't really need the power since I'm mature and sensible. Judy, are you getting a classic and which one?

Chain · 11-15-2005, 12:21 PM

Dead sexy.

Also a POS AFAIC.

Ex Monster S4 owner,

Chain

Maz · 11-15-2005, 12:26 PM

Nod bad at all,
I like my one cause it's got close on!

(link from ride day)
http://bike-photos.com/preview.asp?RECORD%5FINDEX=58&S1=rd&S2=chrd05&S3=b roct30&S4=r&S5=1t7os

HondaGalToo · 11-15-2005, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by RC51Mike

I do like that too but I'm still happy with the M750 I have now. I don't really need the power since I'm mature and sensible. Judy, are you getting a classic and which one?

Sport 1000

Put the deposit down last year to pre-order. They're ahead of schedule, so it should be in next month instead of March '06 as originally planned. I'll be sure to post pics when it's here!

Edit: "mature and sensible" Heeheehee!!!!

CBRVFR · 11-15-2005, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Chain

Dead sexy.

Also a POS AFAIC.

+1, though a friend owned the bike I'm most familiar with. Until the poorly-vented battery puked acid all over the frame. And the fuel pump went. and on and on...

Proto · 11-15-2005, 1:00 PM

Had mine a week and the fuel injection went tits up. Then the neutral light developed a mind of its own. Not long after that the oil warning light used to add colour to the dashboard for no good reason. Then all the paint fell of the crankcases. And then ....................... I sold it.

I'd probably put up with another one though. But it would have to be a third or fourth bike.

RC51Mike · 11-15-2005, 1:33 PM

Oh boy, where to start with my problems....the brake light switch failed and then.....well nothing else, runs like a watch.

I caught the battery leak in time. It was a bad batch of GS batteries. Replaced with a YUASA (who now owns them) under warranty. Judy, can't wait to see yours gracing your new, epoxy coated garage.

luvtolean · 11-15-2005, 2:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Heavy-Dee

http://superbikeplanet.com/2005/Nov/e/n051115a.htm

What do you guys/hondagals (he he

) think?

HD

I want one.

HondaGalToo · 11-15-2005, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by RC51Mike

Oh boy, where to start with my problems....the brake light switch failed and then.....well nothing else, runs like a watch.

I caught the battery leak in time. It was a bad batch of GS batteries. Replaced with a YUASA (who now owns them) under warranty. Judy, can't wait to see yours gracing your new, epoxy coated garage.

Me, either! Although it got too cold too quick, so the epoxy is gonna wait till Spring. Otherwise, it's getting close to being done, finally. Should be wrapped up shortly after Thanksgiving. Fingers crossed!

Hammer · 11-15-2005, 11:10 PM

Kind of like this better

http://superbikeplanet.com/2005/Nov/051115a.htm

Proto · 11-16-2005, 4:36 AM

This is the best looking Monster I've seen:

Serial Thriller · 08-15-2006, 1:00 PM

That is a sweet looking bike, Proto.

The S2R 1000 stirs something deep inside me (or maybe that's just the burrito I had for lunch).
Ducati

Linus · 08-15-2006, 1:09 PM

I've always liked the look of the older monsters with the twin pipes and wanted the better performance of the S4R or the S4RS but they have the stupid stacked exhaust.

luvtolean · 08-15-2006, 1:12 PM

Funny....the stacked exhaust is one of my favorte design elements. That oh so cool dirt track style...of course, part of me thinks Duc made the move to make the Monster look more like the Brutale...

Pete · 08-16-2006, 9:10 AM

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Originally Posted by luvtolean

of course, part of me thinks Duc made the move to make the Monster look more like the Brutale...

Of course.

I mean, does everything for you now revolve around ****ing MV?

For ****'s sake, I bet you look at a gawd-damn peanut butter and jelly sandwich and think about MV!

HondaGalToo · 08-16-2006, 9:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete

Of course.

I mean, does everything for you now revolve around ****ing MV?

For ****'s sake, I bet you look at a gawd-damn peanut butter and jelly sandwich and think about MV!

luvtolean · 08-16-2006, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Pete

Of course.

I mean, does everything for you now revolve around ****ing MV?

For ****'s sake, I bet you look at a gawd-damn peanut butter and jelly sandwich and think about MV!

Just for Pete, the first 07 R in Cali, a solo cowl. $23k...

It's OK, you can tell your wife it's my fault.

MVAgusta.net - The MV Agusta Gallery :: Pro Italia Cafe Desmo 2006

HondaGalToo · 08-16-2006, 11:42 AM

Oh, that's purty!!! I'm trying to sell my Duc Sport 1000, and one guy wanted to do an even trade for his Brutale. That was very tempting, but I really am trying to cut back!!! Plus, there's nowhere to get them serviced around here.

luvtolean · 08-16-2006, 11:48 AM

Yeah, really nice. The only thing I didn't like about it is some of the plastic is textured to be faux carbon looking, but just comes across as cheap crap. I'd have to blow $500-700 on CF if I bought one to get rid of all of it.

Fast by Ferracci is in Willow Grove, PA, doesn't look to far from Jersey to me.

Besides, it's not a Duc, these things don't need a shop often.

ND4SPD · 08-16-2006, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by luvtolean

Besides, it's not a Duc, these things don't need a shop often.

Except for when it falls over in your trailer.

luvtolean · 08-16-2006, 11:55 AM

Then I just need a trophy/lawnmower shop...and a guy who works on bakery equipment.

HondaGalToo · 08-16-2006, 12:00 PM

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Originally Posted by luvtolean

Fast by Ferracci is in Willow Grove, PA, doesn't look to far from Jersey to me.

Besides, it's not a Duc, these things don't need a shop often.

haven't heard good things about that place.
What's the service interval on MVs? No 6000 mile valve adjustment like Ducs, I take it?

luvtolean · 08-16-2006, 12:05 PM

FBF tends to divide people into camps. Some love them, some hate them.

I had to go look up the valve adjustment intervals. They're 12,000 KM, so actually not that much better. People don't seem to pay attention to that as much with MVs though, kinda like with Hondas...

Pete · 08-17-2006, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by luvtolean

Just for Pete, the first 07 R in Cali, a solo cowl. $23k...

It's OK, you can tell your wife it's my fault.

MVAgusta.net - The MV Agusta Gallery :: Pro Italia Cafe Desmo 2006

And just so you know, I'm intentionally avoiding this post (while secretly figuring out how much more $ I'd need if I were to sell/part-out my 1000RR).

luvtolean · 08-17-2006, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Pete

And just so you know, I'm intentionally avoiding this post (while secretly figuring out how much more $ I'd need if I were to sell/part-out my 1000RR).

Probably a wise move friend.

As far as MV's go, a salesguy at Pro Italia told us they had to drop the price on the "regular" F4s, otherwise, people would have no reason to buy them. The R is a great buy.

BDA116 · 08-17-2006, 3:48 PM

Not for "Pete"'s eyes:
Soup :: MV Agusta's F4 1000R: The Essence of Sport, the Epitome of Class