Hi, Can someone like me, who is just doing their test be living in the real world thinking they can have a Ducati? Dean
how do. theirs no one like you mate. you is unique. and yes you can, they are no more of a handful than any other. :smile:
Yes Dean, why not a nice air cooled SS model? The power is not extreme and they are still wonderful bikes to ride. If you are meaning a 1098 or an 848 or something similar then perhaps you should wait a while. This forum is such that most people will encourage you to make your own choice and simply point out the pros and cons of a decision. At the end of the day, you are in control of how much throttle you apply. Equally, if you lack the knowledge of when to apply a given amount of throttle then you are more likely to have a problem that experience may have saved you from. Equally, having a bike you adore sat in your garage is a feeling that is hard to match. On the other hand, you may have more fun on a smaller bike you might not have the same feelings for at first sight, but will be less concerned about making mistakes whilst gaining experience. It's your money, your life and your choice. Personally, I would either get an older, lower powered Duc and enjoy riding it. Or save the majority of your money for another year or so and pick up an older bike to fall off of a few times before investing in your dream machine. Having said that, if you want to roll around on an 1199 then fill your boots, just make sure you take it easy. Edit: Insurance will destroy you if you buy a bigger capacity bike from the off.
Absolutely mate, yes, you can, if you don't want to be in a position where you own a Ducati Superbike that is older and needs more TLC and you find it frustrating worrying about any little issues you should look at a Monster 696/796, I had a 696 Monster for a day while my 848 was being serviced and loved it, it's every bit a 'proper' Ducati and I actually really like the sound of the 2Valve motors. I had a 748 when I was 21, I could afford the bike but I struggled with the services each year which made me a little frustrated. Best of luck and welcome in.
Thank you all, I have a background of years of racing motorcross, but never got into road bikes that much. I am a lot older now and realise the body just aint as quick as it used to be (43 years old), but I really do think that I would be careful and not mess around. The service and insurance costs may well put me off buying something big and is something to think about. Yes, of course I want the biggest and fastest bike, but I understand a yesr or 2 on something sensible is maybe the way to go. Sound advise from you all.
Well my pal (mid 30s teacher) passed his test last year and bought a 748 as a first bike so yes why not. He crashed it twice in 3 months and about a couple of dozen rides but there aren't many of us who haven't crashed at some time. If you can race a MX bike though I doubt a modern road bike of any sort would be too much drama for you.
I had a KX500 supermoto. Animal aint the word. It was F'in awesome on road but a 250 was more than enough to hurt myself everytime I went MXing.
Why not? passed my direct access and jumped straight onto a 749S - from memory insurance was about £300?
You can have anything you want depending on your circumstances I live in the real world and own a Ducati They aren't just for rich people ;-)
No, they are only for rich, intelligent, expert people with great taste and fabulous riding ability. That`s what I tell the girls looking at mine outside a bar anyway. Welcome.
I suppose where I am coming from is that I imagine everything about a Ducati is expensive. I'm still reading up on them, still no idea apart from engine, style and looks, no idea about handling, power delivery and servicing, I will get there. Got about £10k, so looking at all Ducati, not interested in any other make. I reckon insurance will be steep for a while, but don't mind that. PS. I'm not rich, I work for just a miserable wage. Keeping the car and not changing so I can get a bike
That'll buy you an uber tidy 999, change left over for a full monty fine tooth comb service, insurance tax and probably a reasonable holiday, just, ish.
If you have a history of competitive riding off road and you have road sense from , i presume, driving a car then i cant see much that is going to overwhelm you riding a road bike. Make sure its a Ducati and all will be right with your world, welcome.
Nope, not me on pistonheads. To be honest, I'm leaning towards a nice monster rather than a superbike. Insurance should be cheaper, I hope. The monsters look quite good.
