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1260 Multistrada Feedback
As written in my previous post requesting info on buying a multi I thought I’d give my feedback on the one I got,
I’ll start by saying the last thing I was planning was getting another bike but after being offered a multi (which following good advice from you guys I walked away from)I liked the cut of their jib! So fast forward and after realising I had only ever ridden one V twin before which I absolutely hated( mates 749r around snett) and constantly being behind them racing when they’d shit themselves and guys constantly working on them in the paddock I’d rather ride a camel than a Ducati!! So anyway picked up this 1260 multi last Friday, not had a chance to ride it until yesterday, just to say i could have got a V4 multi but for some reason i wanted to give the twin another chance and I’ve already got a v4 so i figured if i hated it i could just chop it in for a V4! Anyway i thought I’d pop over from Hereford to Abergavenny and back just to see what i thought! I ended up... -
'94 Ss 75,000 On The Clock.
The old girl turned 75 last Monday as I took a 150 mile ride around Lincolnshire. I had planned on heading into Yorkshire but the wind was bad enough to convince me that crossing the Humber bridge would be unpleasant. The flat sided fairings are very susceptible to crosswinds. One night-time trip up the M62 heading for the 02:15 from Heysham saw us being blown the full width of one lane when the gusts caught us.
Anyway, bought in July 1995 from Danny who bought it new from Kevark Grimsby in Aug 94. He put about 5,500 miles on the clock, the rest are all mine via rides mainly in England, but also France, Switzerland, Italy and more than a few laps of the Isle of Man.
Sleet and carb icing on the Stelvio were interesting. Carb icing on the way home from Mablethorpe Sandraces on winters day was challenging as the throttle refused to close heading downhill towards a roundabout on Louth bypass. Improvisation with the kill switch kept us upright. The limited steering lock required care... -
Getting Back Into The Rockets
Hey. Just stopping bye
I’ve got a new to me basket case 999. Looking around your forum for tips, ideas (hopefully a good for sale section) and of course admire your rides -
899 899 Trackbike
The wife has decided to have a go at trackdays and I’ve managed to pick up this ex Trioptions 899 off a mate.
I had one of these a few years ago and it was amazing so hoping this feels the same. Pretty much the same spec as the bike I had.
The bike was professionally built from new as a race bike with a blueprinted engine using Carrillo rods.
Ohlins fork cartridge kit
Ohlins TTX36 shock
Ohlins steering damper
Termignoni exhausts
Lightech levers
Lightech rearsets
BSD blipper
BSD switchgear
Diamond brake lever guard
Sigma slipper clutch
HEL brake line
Shido lithium battery
MWR oversized air intake and clock bracket
MWR air filter
Samco hoses
1199 magnesium 2 piece clutch cover
CRC fairings
Carbon mudguard
Carbon swingarm covers
Carbon reservoir brackets
On the look out for some spare wheels if the price is right. -
For Sale Marchesini 5 Spoke Lightweight 748/916/996/998 R Wheels
Pair of 5 spoke Marchesini Brembo wheels, shaved front spokes making them the very desirable lighter versions as fitted as standard to the later 748r and 998r.
Front in very good used condition. Rear is straight but showing some marks. Absolutely fine to use or respray if you are fussy.
There is a front wheel on eBay for £934 on its own and a pair claiming to be off the R (they are not, they are standard 5 spokes) for £1400 plus postage. These at £1175 to a forum member (who’s been here for more than 5 minutes) collected or you pay insured postage.
Front date stamped 02. Rear 01.
PM me if you want them.
EPJExpat Jack Apr 29, 2024 at 5:42 PM Parts, Accessories & Clothing For Sale Read More Views: 506 Likes: 10 Replies: 6 -
New Member At Latitude 63...
Greetings fellow Bikers!
I recently switched to a modern bike, a 2021 MTS 950S.
I still have my ST2 from 2003, and the Triumph TR6R from 1967, which I have owned for the last 40 years. During that period I've also had a 1998 916SPS, and 900SS, both I bought new...and a number of Japanese bikes...
I've been able to do some trips on the 950S already this spring, but winter has hit back and currently weather conditions are not the most suitable for 2-wheelers up here on Latitude 63 (northern Sweden)...
Last photo shows the delivery of the 950S...conditions are slightly better now... -
24 Hrs Le Mans In 5 Minutes
Congratulations to Dan Linfoot and the SERT team. Gixers rule (endurance racing anyway). -
Hi All From A Ducati Newbie
Hi Everyone,
I've recently taken the plunge and joined the Ducati throng with a '98 (registered in 2000) 916 Senna.
I've sent her straight to Baines Racing (Silverstone) for belts, service and the once over by someone who knows these bikes inside-out.
Looking forward to engaging with this forum,
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Retirement
I had always assumed I would retire next year age 67, how wrong you can be.
Work and Pensions informed me yesterday that I can retire this year not next, that's going to take a while to sink in.
I'm ok financially, no big bills and some savings, with a few adjustments I'll be ok, sack the cleaners, I can do that, cut down on the insurance and road tax bill, vehicle cull.
I have other projects that will keep the grey matter going, I've had enough of building for sure.
Get rid of the BT landline, sky tv can go, I can get the football on bing, maybe do a couple of shifts in one of the pubs around here.
The bike will get more use for sure, I'll have more time for the odd blatt here and there.
Am I missing something? -
748 Unearthed My 748 From The Garage
Hi everybody, I have started to gather some parts for my 748 reinstatement, new battery and some Metzelers have arrived,
Hopefully come next month we can get back on the road.
I bought it in 2002 for £7250 and its been stashed for years as I bought a Hypermotard but kept it .
Its time has arrived. -
1199 2016 R First Impression
Took the R for a first ride, impressions:
Stiff, feels like a race bike, so direct, no slop anywhere.
Engine is bonkers at top end, too fast for road use!
Steering is fast and light but feels planted with it.
Gearbox better using the QS than with clutch both up and down, impressed.
Lovely noise, not too loud
Beautiful
Brakes seem a bit weak, not sure why. Pads have a lot of meat on them, probably original.
So slim, that's why I love the V-twins
Can't see me really stretching it's legs until Cadwell in June.
Insane heat from the exhaust on my right leg
Each part of it seems so well designed and integrated, lovely attention to detail.
Happy with it so far! -
999 Right...f*** This...i'm Going Touring!
My mates take the piss...but if Lamborghinis can use ski-boxes...
(In all seriousness, an extremely practical way to tour... the Givi Monolock plate is bolted directly to a spare rear seat so I can remove the whole lot easily. )
Edit...It's just occurred to me that this arrangement isn't possible on a Desmosedici... -
999 I Have A New Toy
Look what i found.... thanks to @Expat Jack, @RickyX and @nelly for the wise counsel along the way -
Hello From France
Hi everybody,
I'm Samuel from France
I ride Ducati since 2007, I have "a few" motorbikes at home
Road bike:
750SS '93
748R '00 tuned in 853Rs
350 Vento '78
3x Cagiva 900 Gran Canyon
Triumph 955i '99
KTM 1190 Adventure
KTM 640 Enduro
Track bike:
620SSie with 992cc engine (based on 904cc, not a 1000DS)
A Supermono project based on 1098 frame and engine
ST3R with 1098 frame, 500NSR fairing and 1078cc ST3 engine (work in progress) -
For Sale Beautiful Panigale 1299s
I’m considering the sale of my 1299S because I’ve now retired and the running costs of multiple Ducati’s is becoming a bit daft, and as I haven’t ridden this bike for a year now….I could also use the room in my garage.
The last of the big twins may appreciate I guess, so if it doesn’t sell, hanging on to it could make medium-term sense. I’ve owned it from new and it has been looked after and serviced by the guys at On Yer Bike aka Ducati Aylesbury.
As you can see from the pictures I love this bike and it really has not wanted for anything, you are welcome to phone Ducati Aylesbury and speak with Ian the workshop manager…he’ll give you a view of the condition of this bike. I have all my Ducati’s serviced there.
I’m looking to sell this bike to the person who appreciates what this bike is and how much work and money has gone into making this a real standout 1299S….someone that will also cherish it and love it as I do.
The bike was registered 30/10/2015 so it’s 8 and a half years... -
I Have Landed ......... ;)
Hi All
I am Vic and I have just bought my first Ducati, a rather nice Desert Sled 803 and at the ripe age of 63 and having returned to the Motorcycle scene after a small hicup of 22 years. It is a fine steed indeed and I am looking forward to a long and pleasant relationship with it. As yet there is no name associated with the beast but I am sure one will emerge from ownership. -
Hello And A Couple Of My Bikes
Been a dormant member for a while, just upgraded to premium, enjoying the forum. -
For Sale Ducati 900 Superlight
I've decided to sell my yellow 1994 mk3 900sl #680. Owned by myself since 2016 and guy before from 2001.
Has had dreaded cylinder head bolts replaced this year, along with piston ring ,chain + sprocket set & fully desmo service, new battery. (£2,200 bill)
Mileage is 27600 (did 100 miles today), has cut airbox mod with period carbon cans. Huge history file with MCN advert from 2001 when previous owner acquired bike, 2 keys, ventura luggage.
Mot due May 20th which I'll get done for a buyer, they normally flag fully floating rotors up as advisory but they also do that on my sps which are less than 1000km old !
Really sorry to see it go but want a mile muncher/sports touring bike in my life.
It's in very good 'rider condition ' unrestored condition.
£7000 located in Hertfordshire, just outside North London.
***Revised price £6000 firm.*** -
New Ducati
Hi
I have just picked up my new (to me) Ducati. First impressions are favourable. Looking forward to getting some miles done on it.
Dave -
Ducati 1299s Is Gone
So i have been on the forum a couple of years with my 1299s and the bike was amazing and apart from the cracked dash it was faultless really.
I have moved to a V4 but thought i might try another italian steed for now. couldn't resist the sound of these things and for me the best sounding bike out there still.
i will be around on here still, it is a great forum to be with.
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