Title: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: crash_duc on September 30, 2008, 03:49:26 PM Emoto (http://www.emotouk.com/ducati/motocorse/swingarm.htm) has these. Wont be buying one anytime soon, but I love they way it looks! The also have an eccentric style chain adjuster! And they cost an arm and a leg! But, they do look snazzy. [thumbsup]
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z284/njineermike/swingarm.jpg) Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: Spidey on September 30, 2008, 04:51:57 PM And they cost an arm and a leg! 1600 Euros!!?!? Youch. Youch. Youch. I like 'em though. I wonder what a full shot of the bike looks like. I wonder how the lines of the frame and the swingarm work together. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: Heath on September 30, 2008, 09:31:56 PM MonsterMan1036 on this board has one of these. It goes very well with the rest of the bike. But yeah it is pricey.
(http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Foggy/1.jpg) Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: The Don on September 30, 2008, 09:59:14 PM Thats what they should of fitted to the new monster 1100
Don Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: Big Troubled Bear on October 01, 2008, 12:30:11 AM I just wet myself [thumbsup]
Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: ICON on October 01, 2008, 08:16:03 AM That is sick! [thumbsup] To bad they won't be doing that anymore to the new 1100.
Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: MotoCreations on October 01, 2008, 08:46:09 AM I recently saw one of the swingarms -- I will admit they are nice. Welds are professional. Construction is very good. Alignment -- it installed easily without problems and when on the alignment table, it was nearly perfect. Price -- blame the Euro/Dollar conversion. All items ala adjusters, etc are included. Only negative to the swingarm is the weight which is heavier than stock. I looked at building a small run of swingarms and passed because it was cheaper to buy this than build a proper swingarm fabrication stand, design/build the swingarm, weld it, test it properly and then add the liability costs associated with it. (before actually building one for a customer)
For those looking it's the first professional viable alternative to the factory swingarm that is properly designed and built in small volume. Although there are two UK vendors that will build aluminum one-off swingarms as well with years of experience in doing. Greg's Customs in LA will do custom swingarms that are professionally built as well but are $$$$$. One question that is asked of myself is the cost viability of the DSS swingarm ala the above. Although it is pricey, it's still cheaper than going the SSS conversion route using Ducati factory parts via a professional due to the all the fabrication and custom exhaust systems involved to integrate everything correctly. (For someone doing at home who can weld/fabricate/engineer -- the SSS conversion is a cheaper and unique alternative worth considering) Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: Spidey on October 01, 2008, 08:57:58 AM I really like the swingarm on its own and it looks good on the bike. But the lines don't really work for me. If I were going to spend that much $ on a swingarm (or any other serious mod to the bike), I'd want it to fit an overall vision of the bike a bit more. It looks good on that Foggy b/c there is so much going on with that bike. How would it look with a more stripped down monster? Or if it wasn't painted black. Meh. I'm just being nitpicky. It's a nice piece.
That foggy is pretty pimped out. I see all kindsa billet and yummy bits (BSTs?) on there. [evil] Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: DucHead on October 01, 2008, 02:15:17 PM I really like the swingarm on its own and it looks good on the bike. But the lines don't really work for me. If I were going to spend that much $ on a swingarm (or any other serious mod to the bike), I'd want it to fit an overall vision of the bike a bit more. It looks good on that Foggy b/c there is so much going on with that bike. How would it look with a more stripped down monster? Or if it wasn't painted black. Meh. I'm just being nitpicky. It's a nice piece. That foggy is pretty pimped out. I see all kindsa billet and yummy bits (BSTs?) on there. [evil] IMO, the emoto swingarm looks waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than the rectangular OEM swinger. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: superjohn on October 01, 2008, 02:20:42 PM IMO, the emoto swingarm looks waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than the rectangular OEM swinger. HOLY CRAP!!! For $3K it better look better, blow me, and cook breakfast as well. Damn. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: sbrguy on October 01, 2008, 03:27:17 PM i think it would would great the same color as the frame or at least the trellis part of the swing arm should be the same color.
Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: kopfjÀger on October 01, 2008, 09:34:43 PM HOLY CRAP!!! For $3K it better look better, blow me, and cook breakfast as well. Damn. [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] [laugh] Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: MonsterMan1036 on October 02, 2008, 10:54:48 AM The Moto Corse swing arm is worth every penny. 8)
It weighed a little over a 1lb. more with all parts included over the stock swing arm. Not all the bolts or the rear fender were included when the stock swing arm was weighed. So, I would say it is less than 1lb more. With the weight you get a much stiff rear end, which helps with driving out of the corners and over all ride ability. As far as looks it looks even in person than in pics. It has a very dimensional look and a lot of cool details. I'm going to be doing a few color changes to a few parts to get a more cohesive look. Construction wise it's top notch and a direct bolt on. HOLY CRAP!!! For $3K it better look better, blow me, and cook breakfast as well. Damn. ;D It does give me the "O" face while on a ride but no breakfast. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 08, 2010, 03:17:07 PM The Moto Corse swing arm is worth every penny. 8) It weighed a little over a 1lb. more with all parts included over the stock swing arm. Not all the bolts or the rear fender were included when the stock swing arm was weighed. So, I would say it is less than 1lb more. With the weight you get a much stiff rear end, which helps with driving out of the corners and over all ride ability. As far as looks it looks even in person than in pics. It has a very dimensional look and a lot of cool details. I'm going to be doing a few color changes to a few parts to get a more cohesive look. Construction wise it's top notch and a direct bolt on. ;D It does give me the "O" face while on a ride but no breakfast. Could you please post the link? Can't find it...me dumb Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: MonsterMan1036 on February 10, 2010, 05:55:06 AM Could you please post the link? Can't find it...me dumb It's the one pictured above and here are some links; http://www.emotouk.com/ducati/motocorse/swingarm.htm (http://www.emotouk.com/ducati/motocorse/swingarm.htm) and motocorse.net (the site is in flash, so no direct link). Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: corey on February 10, 2010, 06:19:16 AM 1600 Euros!!?!? Youch. Youch. Youch. I like 'em though. I wonder what a full shot of the bike looks like. I wonder how the lines of the frame and the swingarm work together. it's actually 1600 british pounds. it would be cheaper if it were 1600 euro. unfortunately. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: fouramdesigns on February 10, 2010, 06:27:15 AM Beautiful, but 3K for asthesitcs! That's jackass money. Better give me some performance worth it's weight in return. Crazy money
Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 10, 2010, 02:20:54 PM It's the one pictured above and here are some links; http://www.emotouk.com/ducati/motocorse/swingarm.htm (http://www.emotouk.com/ducati/motocorse/swingarm.htm) and motocorse.net (the site is in flash, so no direct link). thanks, wrote asking about fitment for M620...no luck....so, will paint mine some day...or search for a ADSS...thanks Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: MonsterMan1036 on February 11, 2010, 06:08:25 AM thanks, wrote asking about fitment for M620...no luck....so, will paint mine some day...or search for a ADSS...thanks It will fit your M620. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: junior varsity on February 11, 2010, 09:20:47 AM I thought these were great when I first ran across them a few years ago. I believe they first debuted for the S4, and all the DSS Monsters with the same suspension setup. While you gain a bit of weight, you gain lots of stiffness in the rear, not unlike the braced swingarm options that are out there as well. So you are gaining performance.
Its too bad it isn't for hooped Monsters. Bummer. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 11, 2010, 02:47:08 PM It will fit your M620. Just wrote back asking how come it fits an S4 but not a M620... Will post answer when I get it. Title: Re: derby? Replacement tubular swingarms for DSS monster Post by: junior varsity on February 13, 2010, 06:18:51 AM It should fit any 02-09 DSS Monster.
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