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Before I comment I have no links with this company but feel he deserves some recognition for outstanding work.
After some 10 years trying to purchase an alloy tank for my 2004 monster 1000 I’ve finally got one. Over the years I’ve approached pretty much every UK builder holt, tab classics and others and the same reply - very complex and would take too much time and tooling costs etc. I even raised threads on forums regarding a bulk buy from a company in UK for a minimum of 20 but zero interest. Anyway found a guy called Manuel who’s company link is
[email protected] based in Italy. After searching forums I found a link to him dated from around 2012 and he produces some excellent work and I thought craftsmanship of this nature should be shared. I specifically wanted the brushed affect as per my alloy 1098 tank however at an additional charge can be polished.
Asked Manuel for some info about him and here’s his reply.

From 2013 to 2018 I made the tanks for the...

Further improved, easier, more intuitive, less tiring and even faster, the new Panigale V4 is ready to take to the track
After being confirmed for the second consecutive year, the best-selling super sports bike in the world is now available from Ducati dealers
Over 450 motorcycles delivered in Europe and the United States

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 20 January 2020 - Since 2018, the date of its arrival on the market, the Panigale V4 has established new benchmarks in the super sports bike segment where, for the second consecutive year, it is the best-selling motorcycle in the world.

The production of the Panigale V4 MY2020 is in full swing. Around 450 motorcycles have been delivered to European and US dealers, and in the coming weeks the new super sports bike will also reach the other markets in the world in which Ducati is present.

To confirm the success already achieved by this jewel of style and technology, feedback and data from customers and the specialized press were...

It was the summer of ‘96, my friends & I had taken a ride out to Lynmouth on our tatty bikes (I had a Yam FZ600, couldn’t even afford the FZR) when a 916 thundered by and I knew one day I had to have one. Several decades and several Ducati’s later and I was in a position to finally realise the long-held dream. I searched for a lovey 916 but couldn’t find the right bike however on Saturday a mint 996 SPS arrived at my front door . I braved the cold for a ride this weekend and had a massive smile. I still have the Multistrada with it’s heated grips and human-sized ergonomics but it’s just not the same.

I know they originally came with a Ducati paddock stand but mine was lost a long time ago. Does anyone have a pic/specs as I’d quite like to hunt one down (plus the Multi stand is completely the wrong size anyway). Thanks Rich

Bought my Duke just before Christmas and today was my first ride on it. Freezing cold but sunny so off I went with my mate on his Z900RS.

Glad of the Ducati heated grips!
I have a 1999 Triumph Daytona and this is totally different. Light, nimble, about the same amount of power but this has more torque.
Too much info on the clocks but that can be ignored.
I don’t have the S but the previous owner has fitted a quick shifter, it’s brilliant.
Really happy with the bike, it’s my first Ducati and loving it, bike was absolutely filthy when I got home so a good clean was in order.
Hope next weekend is dry too.

Yes it’s that happy time when you realise that you have a massive service to pay for, even though you may have spent thousands recently anyway. I adore my 1198s, it’s my only mode of transport (yes really) and so it costs me fortune in fuel and maintenance. In the last 15 months it’s had forks and mono rebuilt, a new 1198sp slipper clutch put in it, a new stator, the mosfet regulator upgrade, all fluids and filters, belts, new battery, new pads, new nosecone, new oem windscreen resprayed tail unit, new pegs, new heel guards, new grips, new clutch lever, new oem rear number plate holder, reflector and indicators and that’s it I think plus a few bits of carbon and lots of tiger balm for my hips and knees... so all I’m expecting to pay for on top of the whole 25,000km Desmoservice is new chain and sprockets. I’ll let you know what it all costs me here in the South of Italy an an official Ducati workshop and what else the bike manages to pull out of the bag in terms of surprises for...

Hi all , Paul from south Yorkshire . Just bought a 916 to play with , and will be asking a few questions when I have poked around it . Current ride is a R1 1999 and a GS1150 .
Thanks .

Well, after selling my Hyperstrada on here a couple of months back, I've been on the lookout for a new bike.

I knew exaclty what I wanted (or so I initially thought ) and after a little searching, it was delivered today.

So the new Italian is......................... .an Aprilia Tuono V4 Factory.

After initially thinking I'd buy a 2015/16-ish bike, I saw the model had a big facelift for 2017 with the tft dash and electronics, and the more I looked into it, being the shallow kind of person I am, I had to have one of those. Obviously this was a little more money, but I know if I didn't buy what I wanted, I'd always be a little bit miffed that I didn't push the boat out at the time.

So after scouring the t'interwebs for a month or so and getting Christmas out of the way, I found a 2017 bike with a little over 2,500 miles on it and out of the box new. It was obviously mint in the pictures, so I bought on spec without viewing in the flesh, the...

Albeit a 1:8 model of one

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Had a call from Ducati in Italy today from a nice lady who gave me the news, said I should have an email in the next few days telling me how to proceed to claim my prize.

It's been a while......but I'm back and fighting !
After a couple of years being 'out if it' due to depression and anxiety, I am now back at work, part time, but it's doing me the world of good. Next step....getting back on the road with my HM !! She's tucked away for the winter at the moment, so looking forward to the spring .
Hopefully, as well, my famous Ducati BBQ will return in June. I'll keep you all posted.

53,183 Ducati bikes delivered to customers in 90 countries
Italy remains the number one market. Double-digit growth in China, Brazil and Spain
For the second year running, the Panigale is the world's best-selling superbike. A record number of advance orders for the new Streetfighter V4, with deliveries to begin in March 2020
Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 14 January 2020 – Ducati Motor Holding closes 2019 with 53,183 bikes delivered to customers worldwide, nudging last year's figure of 53,004 bikes even higher.

A major contribution to this result came from the Panigale: with sales totalling 8,304, it retains the market leadership established in 2018 and confirms its status as the world's best-selling superbike with a market share of 25%.
Two new bikes introduced in 2019 - the Hypermotard 950 and Diavel 1260 - racked up sales of 4,472 and 3,129 respectively, doubling the overall volumes achieved in 2018 by previous versions.
The Multistrada family performed equally well, scoring a 3%...

As previously posted, I decided to have an engine rebuild when it was found that the bike had low compression in the horizontal cylinder instead of bailing out and buying a new (to me) bike.

I have owned the bike from new and apart from removing the catalytic converter, fitting a Leo Vince exhaust system and having a generic, static ECU remap, the bike is standard.

The bike was dropped off at Moto Rapido last week and today I was able to pick up and inspect the engine components after the engine was fully disassembled.

The good news is, that apart from the horizontal cylinder bore/ring gap being oversize as expected, there are no signs of major wear on any of the components.

In the gearbox, one selector fork has a small polished area and the selector drum has a noticeable witness mark where the gear indicator switch locates which looks as though it might have worn through the anodising.

Heads have cleaned up and show minimal signs if wear although the valve seat/valve contact...

Because I want something a bit more suitable for touring on (with a pillion) I’m reluctantly offering my 2009 Monster 1100S for sale. £5250 ono.

It now gets used. 1st owner did only 14,500 miles in 10 years. It's now done 18,500 (30,000km)

It has a full Ducati dealer service history up to 14,500 miles.

It has been meticulously maintained and looked after by both it’s previous owner and me but prior to delivery to its new owner I will fit new cam belts, give it a full service, fit new friction plates to the clutch (as the current ones are approaching their wear limit) and do the Desmo service which is due.

Being the S model it has

Fully adjustable Ohlins suspension front and rear
Carbon fibre cam belt covers
Carbon fibre front mudguard
Lightweight Marchesini forged wheels

In addition it has
Carbon fibre Termignoni exhausts (I don’t have the originals) complete with requisite ECU upgrade
Carbon fibre rear hugger
Carbon fibre swing arm cover
Carbon fibre front hugger extender...

The Diavel 1260 S wins the Good Design Award

Another prestigious prize for the unique Diavel 1260 design
A true style icon, the Diavel 1260 continues its winning streak in international design competitions
Powerful and beefy, this motorcycle combines maxi-naked performance with muscle cruiser ergonomics

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 10 January 2020 – Design and sheer personality have always been an essential part of every Ducati motorcycle and winning international awards proves just how dedicated the company is to these aspects.

An undisputed style icon, the Diavel 1260 S - after winning the prestigious European design prize, the Red Dot Award - has now gone on to enjoy success in the United States where the Bologna-built muscle cruiser has clinched the Good Design Award.

Assigned by the Chicago Athenaeum, Museum of Architecture and Design, and by the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies, the Good Design Award is one of the most sought-after prizes,...

Hi there

New to Ducati's, new to this forum but not to riding. Been riding around the past 4 years on an MV Agusta Brutale and since i was predominantly doing multi day touring thought i should invest in something a bit more suited to long distances.

Bought my 'new to me' 2015 1200S Touring in December and have spent the last few weeks personalising the bike. It's been a VERY busy few weeks

The day i picked her up - flirty little thing....
They make a good pair - my Euro empire taking shape!
I immediately proceeded to increase the standing velocity of the bike by 20 kph with the addition of rim tape. Easiest bang for buck performance increase!
I fitted and modified a new Ducati rear topbox plate to fit the Givi tank bag quick release.
I also fitted my Garmin GPS
I bought the necessary cables and plugs, downloaded Melcodiag and proceeded to fault find the annoying DSS warning light (the frt accelerometer cable was pinched in the steering head area and causing an earth - i...

Purchased just over a year ago Stunning OZ Gas’s RS-A Six spoke Forged alloy wheels to fit Panigale 899 and 959. These are the newer lighter versions. Totally unmarked and in immaculate condition. Comes in original box and all packaging with Cush drive and Sprocket carrier. And all spacers. Ready to fit. Pictures do them no justice, can’t stress enough about the benefits of lighter wheels. The rear is almost half the weight of the original!!! These wheels have literally covered 200 odd dry road miles and never even been wet. Immaculate! Selling for £1,550 posted 48hr fully insured. I will also include the rear Renthal lightweight Sprocket. I’m going to be firm on the price considering the RRP is £2,280 and based on the condition... PayPal gift payment or transfer.

So, finally just bought my dream bike. And my first bike. Haven’t even got a chance to test ride her yet due to the Danish Winter. Hopefully she’ll be kind to me.

As the title suggests the bloke who bought it off me has decided he doesn’t like it ( because he can’t touch the floor and the battery cable broke yesterday stranding him) the battery cable is a safety recall from Ducati which hadn’t been done.
So I said I will have it back then, he’s only done 60 odd miles on it ha ha ha the twat.
So I now have a hypermotard again. Will get the recall done and see what happens.

I know we have quite a few foodies on here and at least one chef so I thought we could have a bit of light hearted fun with our evening (or lunchtime) meals.
The political threads are getting a bit heavy so anything goes as long as it's food you have prepared yourself on the day.
I'm always looking for new ideas so could be interesting.
Mine tonight was prawns, peppers and mushrooms in white wine and cream sauce on fresh tagliatelle.

Over xmas I picked up a 2012 848 EVO. It has a little over 15K miles on it but the dealer threw in the major service which I estimate saved me over $1K. This will be my first big boy bike! In over 20 years, I've only ever ridden a Honda RVF400 or NSR250. I'm a bit scared!!

Even the one's that are occasionally a pain in the arse

Cheers to the people who love us, the losers who lost us, and the lucky bastards who are yet to meet us

I hope you all have a great night with your families and friends!! And I look forward to seeing you at some point during 2020

El Tel xx