Hi everybody...it is Mike from the interior of British Columbia. I am looking to add another Ducati. I currently have a ST4 and I am looking for a good sport bike that would be in the 2005 to 2015 (900 to 1200 cc) and possibly have mapping which would probably rule out the earlier 2005 to 2010 years...however it is not an absolute requirement. What would you Ducati aficionados suggest for a great bike? I am not looking for a collector's piece. And if you are looking for a great place to ride...come and try BC. The roads are wicked and will test your riding skills..Thanks, Mike
1*98 series won't give you the rider modes your referring to as mapping but as stated above all of them can be mapped... An 1198 would be a great choice for you as mentioned above too... Last proper riders superbike without all of the fancy electronic rider aids. Some of them did come with TC though I believe so if it was me I would try a find a good example without
+1 for an 1198, although personally I wouldn't rule out the S model - the TC can be switched off if you want to be a "proper rider". Also,if/when you want move it on, a prospective buyer might actually want TC.
as i am getting on in age...which of the 898, 899 to 1098, 1099, etc. have the more friendly riding profile....and how much of an issue is the exhaust for heat under the seat? my rides will be limited to approximately 2 hours return on extremely challenging and rough secondary roads in British Columbia so there is a lot of shifting on the seat. i have my eye on a couple which i will attempt to buy when we have tons of snow on the ground. thanks for your input
