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Hi Guys

New to the forum but not to DUCATI, have owned a 900SS, and 1199S Panigale. I’m actually in Australia but this forum seemed to have some life so hoping there’s some other owners of older Ducati’s here.
Have only owned this 750 Sport for a few months and took it to track for the first time yesterday. Loved it.

Last winter I built a Multistrada special out of an accident damaged 1000DS. I finished it in April and I have ridden the bike all summer… I LOVE it! Been finding excuses to just go for a ride on it!

However, there are aspects of the bike I really don’t like… first, the plastic tank… with the advent of ethanol in fuel, I can only see problems in the future… and also the electronics, already the LCD screen has failed, and some of the warning lights, which is a pain as they are a fortune.

I have been planning to build a bike that would be a “keeper” for years, and this may be it… So I have decided to rebuild it again over this winter… this time with a steel tank, a simple Electronic ignition, (Ignitech) and Carbs, yes, I know I am a dinosaur!

If people are interested I will update this thread as I progress with the build, but for now here are a few pictures of last year’s build, and a couple of progress so far…,

Here’s how it started out
Here it is finished….
Couple...

Ducati Approved Checklist - each motorcycle must pass 35 checks
Specialised assistance provided by Ducati Service using original spare parts
RAC 24/7 Roadside Assistance in the UK and throughout Europe
Bikes are sold with a minimum of 12 months warranty


Ducati UK has launched a new pre-owned approved scheme through its official dealer network. Thanks to the Ducati Approved certified pre-owned programme, customers can enter the world of Ducati with the knowledge that Ducati has entrusted the work to qualified Ducati Service technicians who select and inspect every bike, certifying its history and guaranteeing its future.

Only a bike less than 6 years old, with certified mileage lower than 30,000 miles and that has passed 35 rigorous technical checks carried out by factory trained technicians, can be certified as Ducati Approved.

Each Ducati approved motorcycle comes with a minimum 12-month warranty which is transferrable when sold within the period. There is no mileage limit...

Borgo Panigale, Bologna (Italy), 28 September 2018 – Oliver Stein (50) has been appointed as new Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Board of Management of Ducati Motor Holding from October 1st. In this role, Oliver Stein will be responsible for finance, controlling and Information Technology.

Stein received his degree in Economics from the Ruprecht-Karls-University in Heidelberg and has held managerial roles in the Volkswagen Group for over 15 years.

After starting his career with Arthur Andersen in the audit and transaction advisory division for almost six years, in 2003 he took over his first position at Audi as Managing Director for the own Retail operations. From 2006 to 2008, Stein has been Managing Director Finance at Seat Germany.

As vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Audi of America since 2009, he has been responsible for finance and organization in one of the Group’s most important markets. In the same role, he was also responsible for Audi Canada...

Arrived at work today just behind a delivery truck and look what he had on board.
Final picture is a comparison of my mag alloy wheels and the standard ones on the other V4 Speciale that was on the truck.
To say I'm a happy bunny is a bit of an understatement (even with a head still full of snot) Andy

Borgo Panigale, Bologna, 26 September 2018 – Ducati is ready to reveal, at Intermot and EICMA, all the new models for 2019 and is previewing an all-new colour scheme for the XDiavel.

The latest colour to bedeck the Ducati cruiser will be Matt Liquid Concrete Grey, a grey that goes perfectly with the "total black" of the chassis and engine. The new dark brown seat completes the sophisticated yet sporty styling, sharpening the Ducati XDiavel's already distinctive character.

The S version features a headlight with DRL (Daytime Running Light), DLC-coated fork tubes, Brembo M50 front brake calipers, dedicated machined rims and machine-finished engine belt covers. Moreover, it will continue to be available in Thrilling Black and Iceberg White, both with the red-trimmed stripe that makes the tank so eye-catching.

The XDiavel in its new colour scheme will be available in Ducati Stores starting from November onwards dependent on territory and the UK SRP will be £17195

The complete...

Local annual event held a couple weekends ago, invites owners of Italian cars and motorcycles to participate. Free to attend and participate. A guy pulled in to the event parking lot on his Harley and was promptly told to park elsewhere. Here are a few bikes guys rode in on and one cute little car (amongst a some really cool exotic cars that were there too).

Morning folks, took my multistrada for her 1st ride out on Sunday. Covered nearly 100 miles, I must admit I was a little apprehensive due to how tall they stand and the top heavy weight (being a girl) WELL what a fantastic bike, Ducati's always make me smile. It handled like a dream and within 30 minutes I had got used to the different riding style to my Panigale.
Must admit I did like the looks the bike got too with the decals on. Money well spent on the bike, look forward to some trips out on her ..
Put a huge smile on my face

Hi all. Just took delivery of my brand new Monster 797 a couple of weeks ago. Love it. First ever Ducati after having Harleys, Kawasakis and Suzukis. Everything about the bike is awesome, except for trying to find neutral which can be a massive pain in the a*se sometimes.

Went for the white paint. Looks stunning with the red wheels and frame. Also got Laguna in Ashford to fit Termignoni pipes which also looks brilliant. As you can probably tell, I'm chuffed to bits with it. Hopefully meet up with some fellow Duke riders around Kent soon (I'm near Maidstone)

Pic before I got drenched having a 10 mile around the block ride!

First impression; very stiff, very light, shoulders and arms ache already, over 70 and you need to hold tight...smooth, easy revving, qs and blipper work perfectly even with only 20 miles on the bike.

Going to need a screen. Going to need to get up the gym. Going to need a big adjustment to riding style. Going to be a hooligan after the placid, flyingcarpet ride of the multi.

Again...I'm not going to write going to write any description or process, just a few before and afters and a couple of other details....enjoy...or maybe not....

Wanted something a bit special to accompany the 1098R, but could deliver both the noise and performance and be more usable on the road. So landed on an MV Agusta Brutale Corsa - last of the radial valved 1078cc long stroke IL4s in a supernaked package, 1 of 250 worldwide. First time I saw her, I simply went - that's it! Here they are together...

So after having multiple discussions with the Team at DMC I decided to go with the deal.

Previously as stated in the the previous thread it had looked like I'd upset Martin and the team with my post.

In my opinion I did not mean for it to come a cross as it did in the way to tarnish DMC reputation. I have spoken to Martin and explained this.

I have apologised for the way it had been interpreted.

Going forward for the experience I received today....

Unfortunately Martin wasn't about for the next couple of days that I was due in to collect my new bike so Martin asured me that either Rob or Mike will welcome me to finish the deal.

Arrived at DMC mid-afternoon to be welcome by Mike and asked if I would like a coffee while they take my bike to be assessed before the hand over could happen.

While I was looking over my new bike I was approached by Chris the DMC owner who kindly asked me to his office.

Chris and the team were aware of the discussion on the forum and wanted to make...

Hi all

I've posted on here a few times over the last eighteen months or so for help and advice as I rebuilt my 900SS, but decided not to do a complete as-it-went thread - Wolfram-style - on here during the rebuild. Instead I had a Facebook group page for the build that I shared with a few bikey mates.

I actually finished the rebuild and got the bike running, MoTed and back on the road around the end of March this year, but a busy life has meant it’s taken me some time to get round to putting this post together, but I did want to share with you some of the lows, highs and lows along the way. Partly as an inspiration to anyone contemplating doing something similar, and partly to share the story for those that helped me along the way

The long story is that I agreed to buy the bike off a mate in Cumbria, following some idle chit chat during 2016 NEC Bike Show. He was experiencing a pre-Christmas cash crunch and needed to liquidise some assets to avoid what was described as a...

For sale my 996s 2001 model, Öhlins rear shock Marchesini wheels, etc.

I’ve owned it for the past 3.5 yrs

HPI Clear

Had the big Desmo service carried out 800 miles ago at ProTwins, receipt for over £1000

There’s a folder thick of servicing, receipts and MOTs for the bike, “I only ever buy bikes that have a history of being properly looked after”.

Lots of carbon extras

Full service history

New battery

Bike wants for nothing

Doesn’t get used anymore only 73 miles since last MOT.

No current MOT but will put a new one on for the buyer

Bike located in Surrey

Mileage 21k

£6250.00

Well, I'm starting a 2 week tour of Europe today, taking the scenic roads to Venice. It's pretty open ended and I've no real plans other than some sight seeing and a trip to the Ducati museum.

1st stop....Leicester today to hook up with friends, then the real start tomorrow morning.

But rejoice not, you lot aren't getting a 2 week holiday, I'm taking my tablet.

Much fun today after all the registration anguish - only Ducati at Sherburn when I arrived lovin' it

Great day with some mates at Donnington park today!

Good enough weather with only one session missed due to a splash of drizzle that didn't mix well with the Pirelli slicks. Lots learned and the next stage of the build can now begin. Got quite a nasty hot tear on the right hand side that I could feel happening on crainers and out of copse, increased compression damping to stop it squatting and put more air in and it's showed signs of cleaning up. Might take a crack at measuring swingarm angle to see what's going on. Some pictures to enjoy, there's also an onboard video if I can figure out how to put it up

I wont bore you ( well some of you ) with the process..... just showing a very few images of an epic detail...Cheers...

Hi guys and gals,
Recently acquired a 1996 900SS.
A bit of work to do before she's roadworthy, but already enjoyed reading loads of your helpful posts and replies.