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    821 Single Sided Swingarm Conversion

    Wasn't me Guv but I'm tempted to do it now.
    Post by: dukesox, Oct 5, 2024 in forum: Monster
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    Hello From Bedfordshire

    Hello and welcome. Were you riding through Baldock at the weekend ? I`d ridden there on my old Monster and was having late breakfast there when a...
    Post by: dukesox, Aug 10, 2022 in forum: Newbies Hangout
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    X Lite X 803 Rs Ultra Carbon Helmet??

    I moved from a Shoei GT Air to an Xlite Carbon 903 so while not identical they are similar. First off don`t believe the weight quoted, check it...
    Post by: dukesox, Aug 10, 2022 in forum: Clothing, Gadgets & Equipment
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    The Yellow Bike Thread *pinned*

    My very lovely (IMO) 900SSIE [ATTACH]
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 21, 2022 in forum: Ducati General Discussion
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    Monster To Multi- V4s Or 1260s?

    Any time you are considering moving to a bike or car with a drop in performance you need to employ the Fiat Cinquecento manoeuvre. Give yourself a...
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 21, 2022 in forum: Newbies Hangout
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    Monster/Monster+ S2 800/1000 Pros And Cons.

    Very nice. Can I recommend taking off the standard mirrors as they create a surprising amount of noise and turbulence. I only realised how much...
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 15, 2022 in forum: Monster
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    900ss Vs 749 - Opinions?

    @Mark19271 I think the 749 is an absolutely beautiful bike showing no signs of ageing. Absolutely wonderful to ride and just the right amount of...
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 14, 2022 in forum: Ducati General Discussion
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    Monster/Monster+ S2 800/1000 Pros And Cons.

    Not light but not a problem. I do very little heavy traffic riding so that helps but I generally only use the clutch when changing up under 40mph...
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 11, 2022 in forum: Monster
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    Monster/Monster+ S2 800/1000 Pros And Cons.

    @Yoozy , I`ve had both and currently still have my second S2R1000. Its all relative of course but the 800 is easier if mainly low speed urban...
    Post by: dukesox, Jul 11, 2022 in forum: Monster
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    1260 18000 Mile Desmo Service

    I`m sure there are independents that are not VAT registered so while they have to recoup the VAT on parts from you the labour cost will just be...
    Post by: dukesox, Jun 22, 2022 in forum: Multistrada
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    821 - Hypermotard Or Hyperstrada

    Have a look on https://cycle-ergo.com/ Enter the bikes you are considering and add your height and leg length then you`ll see your riding position...
    Post by: dukesox, Jun 21, 2022 in forum: Hypermotard
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    821 - Hypermotard Or Hyperstrada

    Change your bike trousers. Easier, cheaper and you say you enjoy the Yamaha so why get rid ? Both Hypers are very different riding positions to a...
    Post by: dukesox, Jun 20, 2022 in forum: Hypermotard
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    London Based S4r

    Is junction 12 of the M1 in Bedfordshire too far for you ? Also my bike is an S2R1000 which I believe is identical for seat height etc, just a...
    Post by: dukesox, Apr 8, 2022 in forum: Monster
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    Hello All

    Ducati quote 2 years for belt changes on the older bikes but with my air cooled 2 valve ones I always leave it 4 years and so far so good. On the...
    Post by: dukesox, Oct 25, 2021 in forum: Newbies Hangout
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