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I have for many years resisted the trend to rely on the internet to get the most cost effective insurance cover, so with the renewal of my current multi bike policy due in the next few days and the imminent arrival of my V4 Speciale, I have spent a fair bit of time talking to brokers over the last few days. I would like to express my thanks to Scott at BeMoto for his time and openness, which quite frankly was refreshing. However, Paige at Ramasis (aka Ducati Insurance) has secured my business because she realised immediately that my current insurer would not cover the V4 on my multi bike policy and managed to find an underwriter offering an acceptable alternative. I’ve ended up paying about £100 more on the new multi bike policy for my current bikes but I can add the V4 at any time at a very reasonable additional cost. For good measure, they have also included breakdown recovery and replacement leathers and helmet cover free of charge. Andy

Got up this morning had a look at the weather forecast and it looked to be a decent day, if a little couldy.

As I'm on a bender next Saturday and off to Italy for a couple of weeks, the week after, this may be my last chace to have a Sunday out this year. Then I thought, Des hasn't seen the light of day for about 4 years, let's stretch his legs. Went online, got it taxed and ready for the off.
I thought I'd do one of my favourite runs and headed to God's biking country.
Had a stop over in Devil's Bridge, Kirby Lonsdale for a drink and cheeseburger. Did about 200 miles in total today, up through Penrith and back over Hartside Pass.
Took part in a multi choice quiz 3 times today. I chose 'Green' all 3 times and seem to have got it correct.
Got back home after about 5 hours, giving Des a good scrub.
The Labrador was out for a walk, so had to use my dog dryer at the end of the process.

*Edited for @Ducbird

Had V4s first service yesterday at DMC stoke and they fitted the akra for me, I thought that the bike was good with the standard exhaust but OMG the akra makes so much difference, it seems to run better and the noise on gear change is unreal, I wasnt expecting it, god bless the autoblipper just need to try to keep my licence now which is not going to be easy..

What follows is less of a build/project, more of a rehab program for a bike that hasn't run in 11 years.
I posted a quick intro on the Newbie threads, but to give some background to my situation; I'm a kiwi that's recently emigrated to Ontario, Canada. Started riding at 15 and got my license on a '90 DT175 trail bike. Would take it to hills above the beach and let loose. Bought my first road bike at 17-an '88 VT250F. Most recent ride was an SV650S, a 70km round trip daily rider in sun, hail or rain.
Like some of you, the Ducati marque has haunted me ever since I saw a 916 outside a dealer one day over 20 years ago. Up close, it was the small things like the depth of the paint, the plunging contour of the tank just to access the ignition, even the Cagiva font was perfect for the time and place...
Fast foward to now, and I'm browsing Craigslist, when a very clean 95 Strada comes up (listed that day) with an asking price of only $US4250. Checked location: 5 hours drive away? Boom, in...

vintage gathering at le Manoir and a beautiful Porsche we spotted in Bath

Hello forum, I've decided to sell my superlight. Date of first registration 16 06 1993. I bought the bike in 2009. It was in very poor condition with only 10000 miles on the clock. When I got it home I went over it and found lots and lots of faults. I dropped the oil out of it and noticed bits of aluminium in the oil, so complete engine strip and replace gallery plug. Also found the original Marvic wheels were cracked, replaced with standard brembos. Bought a new gallery plug from Baines racing, new crank main bearings etc. Also found the fuel tank was full of rust and filled with tank sealant. I found a mint condition tank off a later model on e bay.
Still got the original tank, was planning to get it refurbished but never got round to it. Decided to do a proper strip and rebuild IN 2014 to make it look mint. Full strip, frame powder coated welded and frame brace fitted. Wheels powder coated. Suspension refurbished.
Brand new mikuni carbs, stage 2 dyno jet kit. Open air box with...

20180819_212609 by Steve Bolt, on Flickr

To compliment my ST3 I fancied something a little sportier and after a few months looking for something within my budget I collected this on Friday and love it!

2009 Ducati 1198
18750 miles with part history
Last serviced in April 2018 , belts changed at same time.
Mot April 2019 ( new front brembo discs & pads fitted for last mot )
Carbon slash Terminogi exhausts
Ducati superpole seat
Carbon fibre hugger
Carbon fibre swingarm cover
Carbon fibre airtube covers
Carbon fibre Tank infill side panels
Carbon fibre exhaust shields
Carbon fibre open clutch cover
Carbon fibre front mudguard ( has small crack )
Quick release fuel cap
Adjustable levers
R&G tail tidy
Double bubble

Comes with original tool kit, pillion seat, pillion pegs, original number plate holder
2 x keys & alarm fobs
Loads of paperwork & receipts
£6395
Stoke on Trent

Always been a fan of the shorter exhausts which show off the rear wheel / single-sided swing-arm much better, so looked around.
Didn't want the noise of the stubby SC-Project (as it doesn't have a baffle), & the Austin Racing worked out too pricey.
In the end, went for the CW as an import, after a few mails to confirm it did actually fit the 1200R!

CW themselves were great, but they don't do international sales, so had to go via Houston S/B, who initially told me it didn't fit the R model....
Once they were persuaded, it duly arrived, & it certainly does fit, & it's not excessively loud with the baffle fitted.

Watching the news this morning and they ran a little feature on her pillion ride with Ron. Apparently she bid for it in a charity auction after playing golf with Leon.
Top bird !

I've lusted after one for ages. This one's to perk up and keep - I think. Hopefully my daughter will appreciate when ....
Until then, it'll be an old man's sunny day plaything. I got to ride it for the first time today; kinda different to my Ducati...

I've just reached 4,000 miles on my 1260s. For the benefit (I hope) of new or prospective owners of the bike here are my thoughts so far. These are just my thoughts, no doubt some will disagree with some of it.

Positives

Best bike by far I have ever owned. I'll stop there then

The more miles I do the more it loosens up. I was thinking of changing to a 42 rear sprocket, but now everything is bedding in I don't feel the need. When new, the motor didn't feel very happy at 70 ish in top. Now it does so I won't be changing the gearing.

The severe engine braking also seems less as time goes on.

Handling is great. I also don't mind the Scorpions, but not far off needing to change. I may try something else.

Power, and more importantly for me the spread of power/torque is amazing.

Being my first Ducati I am impressed with the build quality and finish.

Very pleased so far with service offered by my dealer - Moto Rapido.

Fuelling is good but as with all bikes stifled by euro 4,...

A picture of my 1299 which was delivered today.

At one point this year i had all Four on the road.
The 1098 wont start and i have it stripped
I decided to finish putting this back together and have ridden it for a number of miles
it started life as a 748 sps all the parts i took off are stored Road fairing lights etc
the engine went bang a belt shredded
So in a rush I got hold of a 916 sp motor 1200 miles on it with P8 ecu annd throttles
Hardly did any miles and it dropped a valve
At this point went f**ck it and bought the 1098.
spent a lot of money repairing the head fitting it with forged valves then just left it.
When i finaĺy took 748 to pieces found that althoygh the belt was shredded there was no other damage
My aim now is, even though the wife said i cant have any more bikes, to sneak the parts in and build this 916sp in its own right
i just love riding this bike

...who you have conversed with for a few years, it is sometimes quite odd - you know their persona by their avtar and it is sometimes hard to relate the person you think you know to a new face, v.strange
But I would like to throw a big thank you out there to my buddy @finm for being as true to his online persona and also to my imagination of him that I have built up over the years,

Coolio dude

Sunday, 4 November 2018
7 PM (time to be confirmed, may be subject to changes)

Milan, Italy

Ducati World Première 2019

Unveil of Ducati Model Year 2019 product range
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EICMA 2018, Worldwide Motorcycle Exhibition, Milan (Italy)
Press Days: Tuesday 6 - Wednesday 7 November 2018,
Public Days: Thursday 8 - Sunday 11 November 2018.

All thirteen Panigale V4 S bikes from the “Race of Champions” have been auctioned on eBay

“Race of Champions” Panigale V4 S auction week marked by a surge of bids
Record-breaking bid of 120,000 euro for Troy Bayliss' bike
eBay auction followed by hundreds of thousands of enthusiasts

Borgo Panigale (Bologna, Italy), 2 August 2018 – The “Race of Champions”, which saw Ducati riders fight for victory on the Panigale V4 S, was one of the most thrilling moments of WDW2018. Immediately after the race the thirteen specially built bikes were auctioned on eBay, with ever increasing bids capturing the attention of media and enthusiasts alike until the auction closed at 6 p.m. on Saturday 28 July.

All thirteen Panigale V4 S bikes (the 12 used in the race plus the one prepared for Chaz Davies, injured on the eve of WDW and unable to compete) were auctioned.

The bikes feature exclusive livery and graphics dedicated to their individual riders, with colour schemes drawing their inspiration...

Been visiting my CJ
(Daughter) and on my return had a consignment to collect from my workplace, Port of Fwlixstowe..

Below is part of what was waiting for me..

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Along with its matching mono frame.. 12000 miles ( with full Docs etc) 1994 bike not been started in years ...

After long discussions with my 2 expert mentors I decided the crazy 916 sps prices were too much for me and I’d never leave even a mint one alone anyway, so it was better to search for the parts to build MY dream 916..

So, we’ve started...

Me too, I couldn’t keep my detailing fingers off it for long...
Before....
And after...
Paint removed, then soda blasted...

Engine plan is a full rebuild under supervision with 955 conversion..

It’s going to be a long one... only buying parts approved by mentors..

X NOODS

For sale: My superb Ducati 848 EVO.

First registered: 27/06/2013.

Colour- Tricole, 1199 replica colours commissioned by Laguna Motorcycles

and professionally painted by Dream Machine (Bike was originally White)

I have owned this bike since November 2014, bought from a member on here and it's been totally faultless. The bike has been meticulously maintained and has had the oil and filter changed by me at 3k intervals during my ownership. There has been no debris showing on the magnetic sump plug or the mesh filter. The engine is sublime, pulling hard and cleanly throughout the full rev range. Fitted with slash cut Termigoni silencers, Race ECU and filter set up by Ducati Glasgow.

Extras include Carbon hugger, non-slip footpegs, CNC brake and clutch levers, R&G tail tidy and small indicators. Fitted with Michellin M7RR tyres. Recent new front&rear sprockets and chain.

F.S.H, and just had new belts and oil/filter change as the bike has not been used much since purchasing a...

Hi guys,

Picked myself up a 2000 748R not long ago with a view to tidying it up and getting it 100% before hitting the road.

The bike itself has had a pretty good life, but has sat doing not alot for the past 6 years. So just before I bought it, it was treated to new belts, fluids and filters.

Made a start on checking it over now it's got a space in the man cave, found all 4 fork pinch bolts loose and the steering damper wobbling about, so will definitely be checking everything!

Anyway, this is how it stands