Ducati Monster Forum

Bike's been stolen, anyone lays eyes on a black 2003 1000s, rego is GO734, lots of carbon bits. Look for a low-down-son-of-a-pregnant dog thief with a big smile across his face (it always put one on my dial).

after this I'm getting a bolt drilled into the cement and will have to use a krypyonite chain....anyone know who I contact to get that sort of thing done.

After all the dodgy areas I've been to and left it, it got taken from my garage!

Based in Melbourne, police officer taking the report must have thought I was I bit weird, just talking about that bike makes me smile, bloody hell they are a great machine.

I'll talk to QBE on Monday - but even though I kept them updated on mods I don't think I'll get that back! Let's hope they joy ride it (nicely, please) and return it - but they store a jacket, gloves and helmet as well!

If anyone finds them, kill 'em, and I'll do the time for you!

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3030/2791241893_f864196f79_o.jpg)

heartbreaking just looking at her....geez I love my bike!  :D

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Sorry to hear that Spider.

fark that's shithouse Spider.

I'm really sorry to hear that.

Your'e shitting me?????  :o  >:(

Thats gotta suck mate, makes me more than a little paranoid too. Lotsa these things are stolen to order (according to a Plod mate  [leo]) Maybe someone in Vic needs some parts??

Maybe I'd better update the secuirity on mine.

I guess the lesson there is to not leave the riding gear for the thieving prick/s , makes it easier?? :'(

Certainly makes one toey.  ???

That sucks big time Spider.....  :'(

Hey you got some recent pics of the Monster? Post um........

Easier to spot if I know what I'm looking for...  [roll]

Ditto, I can print the pics off and take them to work for the notice board. Our fellas are out on the roads 24/7.   [thumbsup]

shit mate , i feel for you , hope you have a happy ending  [bang]

NO GOOD MAN, I feel for you buddy, hopefully it comes back to you! and I hope the person/persons who stole the spidey machine family members die of cancer!

Spider again, that just ruins ya day/week/month.

I'm still in  :o and wiping away the  :'(

Spider,

THAT SUX !!!!   >:( :'( >:( :'( [puke] [bang] :'( :(

As has been said, post some pics and we'll keep an eye out for it.

And if I find the bastids who dunnit rest assured that they will be dealt with appropriately.

Commiserations,
The 'meister.

cancer will be slow and painless compared to me if I catch the guy. Knowing the garage can't be opened from inside (without a remote) I suspect it's a bit of a planned job. that whole steal to order thing could be the go, despite my glowing post on the police, I don't think I have much of a chance...but don't know...will the insuracnce company know how often bikes are found after being stolen?

Most possibly, I remember hearing once that those communal garages are a hot beds of stealing and shifty business as you said it's a bit like window shopping for crims.

Even more a case for  >:( >:( >:( [bang] >:( [bang] :'(

Sometimes I think bugger gaol.  Bring back the stocks.  Then anyone who's ever had a bike nicked can let the bastids know how they feel.

That make the beast with two backsen sucks man!!

If I can offer a glimmer of hope, well my young bloke had his road bike stolen from his garage, so he did the usual thing, you know, dummy spit, ring me to let me know, another f*^%ing c*^#ts dummy spit, report to police etc

Last week he got a call from constabulary, come and pick your bike up son we've got er 'ear in th' holding yard.

"You little ronny coot" said he. $160 later to release it and the damage was not too bad, so hey you never know.





                                           Mmick (might have to get the old whoopin stick out)

I think its safe to say your first thoughts are right. Depressing as it may be I think the chances are slim that you'll get a recovery and I'm pretty sure the ins company will say the same thing. But mmicks story above tells me that despite the odds, don't give up hope!

So you are in a communal garage, and have a personal lock up inside as well? This is what I had in my former residence, and whilst my lockup had besa brick walls, the tilt-a-door was perforated so everybody could see in. I lost a mountain bike that way, as did one of my neighbours at the same time. Interesting that another neighbour has a _much_ better bike than the two that were stolen (as uber-light-weight cannondale), but he'd put some shade cloth over the perf door so people could not see in.

Guess what I did shortly after!

What I was told is that the thief can easily wait for the door to be legitimately opened by a neighbour, and then away the go. Remember that these garages also have sensors to ensure the door does not close on a vehicle, and a simple rag over the beam reflector will keep it open.

Was there signs of forced entry, or were other items stolen? Time to start asking the neighbours...

make the beast with two backs man, really sorry to hear this shite news.

You really put your heart and soul into that bike, so here's hoping some positive info comes of the bike, and for something negative of the make the beast with two backser that did it.

I'll keep my eyes peeled Spider since I'm in the area.

OMG Spidie, sorry for the delay just got home and heard the news, Man that gotta be heart breaking, i keep a look out at work here in sydney if i know anything i let you know. Keep me in touch if you hear anything ok.  [leo]

Sorry man ... that's really all I can say.

post the VIN and engine number.

Hi Spider, just got in, 1am.

Still can't believe it.
List the parts too mate.
Keep an eye on Fleabay.

I have access to a rotary hammer for concrete drilling.

Cheers
Alf.H.

VIN No:   ZDMM400AA3B037925
Engine: ZDM992A2005567

thanks folks!

email them and a photo, even a speedo reading, to every dealer you can get an address for and to people like eurobrit, docteur desmo, eurotwins, etc.  might help.

Commiserations mate, I know how much your bike means to you.
Andrew

Spider that's terrible news.  Sorry to hear it.  :'(  I too will keep an eye out in my travels.  Hope you get her back.  H

Thanks Brad....I've got metro, zagames, ducati melb, eurobrit & spot-on

got a phone no. for Docteur and can't find anything for Beven.

Thanks Brad, excellent idea!

searched (and will continue to) fleabay, bikepoint, bikesales.

anyone got a contact for the Vic Ducati Club?

thanks everyone. Looks like I'm doing boxing again tomorrow, my life may be full on frustrations at the moment, but good lord is my hook really connecting nicely, I've had to tell the gym to get a heavier bag!

Spider, sorry to hear it mate. Will keep alook out for bike and bits as well.

Hang in there, and keep working on that hook. Hopefully it will come in handy if you find the dog who took your ride.

Ty

http://www.docv.org/contact_2.html (http://www.docv.org/contact_2.html)

Thanks JC, contacted...Stephen is the bloke who's wife's 750SS was stolen last year, I think I posted it here - so he knows what it's like!

he got his back 6 weeks later!

Thats fked mate, will keep my eyes peeled aswell, as im not far from that area.
Also mine is in a communal garage aswell, think I might get a big chain for it.
Hopefully with all us enthusiasts on here we can help you track it down, I know your bike and I always look at any Duke I see around! Be happy to inflict a bit of random violence for you

thanks Simon....now let's see how the insurance company is....this will be interesting....so many of us are with QBE.

I rang them and told them of all the mods....but according to my policy booklet I was meant to get a updated policy, and I never received that...back to stock...OH MY GOD?????? I couldn't.....all my beautiful carbon!  [laugh]

Sorry to hear the news Spider. I'm still in shock and its not even my bike.

I only saw it last week and I could tell you put a lot of yourself into it, part of you goes with it. So much bling its going to be hard to recreate.

I feel for your loss and I hope they catch the lowlifes who took her away from you.

agreed price or market value policy?

market

$850 excess ($350 standard + $500 theft due to we living with a bunch of thieving b@stards! I suspect they may be right!)

Sorry to hear of your awful news Spider.
I hope that your bike is returned to you.

Just found this thread, I didn't think it was your bike that was stolen.  >:(

That's a f*cken low act!

Hope you get your bike back, but to tell you the truth, I don't hold much hope. I'm sorry to say that either your bike is in bits being sold for parts or is in a shipping container heading overseas.

I don't hear of many bikes that were stolen being returned to their owners.  :'(

But I'm wrong most of the time.  ;)

Yep. When my first M800 was totalled, I was with QBE with a market value quote. I hadn't informed them about bling (only pipes at that stage) so it'll be interesting to see what they say re your bling seeing you have informed them.

Oh, and at that stage they didn't cover any gear either, but I think that has changed now (can anyone confirm?). Lost an $800 Arai in the crash, no coverage (it's now on display in the garage as a reminder!) If the cover the gear, I'm sure they will have a cap on it, so maybe you can claim on house contents insurance (if you have that).

I'm now with NRMA, whilst more expensive, they will do agreed value and will cover the bling and gear (I had to itemise every bit and they will typically only cover up to a certain % of the bike value).

Good luck with it all and let us know the outcome

Gear is covered with QBE. All of my bling, well I don't have much anyway, was covered, and wasn't in the policy. They told me that I needed to get it covered in the future. Anyway, most of my aftermarket goodies are actually CHEAPER than OEM parts so they were only too happy to pay up.

CF Arrows are cheaper than stock. :-\

Why I went with QBE
From their website:

The choice of Agreed or Market Value
motorcycle apparel & helmet cover to the value of $4,000  
monthly payments
reduced usage and low usage discounts
no claim bonus discount up to 60%
free no claim bonus protection
hire vehicle following a theft up to $1,500  
replacement bike policy up to 2 years on new bikes
lifetime guarantee on repairs
trailer cover if stolen or damaged up to $750
keys & locks cover if stolen up to $1,500
emergency accommodation up to $500

At the time of my accident it was not covered. It would have been covered if I was not at fault, but alas...

Good to see that it's changed in more recent times

yeah, the policy will replace my helmet and gloves too.

The ex-senior detective that is investigating seems to be a good bloke.

but how's this for a shocker - they won't insure me again at this address - cause the thieves will be back - how's that, I'm going to put the place up for rent so I can go live somewhere so i can continue to ride.

and I want to stay with QBE (hell, i owe em!) if they keep up with the support...so I'll move!

Casey moved to the Uk to race, so I can move to Fitzroy North to continue to ride!!!!

(or I can move in with Dos, right.......mate????  [beer])

Bit late but  F#*k that sucks fellow power ranger bet you crapped you self when you found out.

Look on the bright side, how much fun is the new 1100 monster gona be.Oh yes it’s a compromise but im sure you will learn to love it [cheeky]

Makes sense, but it still seems kinda unreasonable.. Wouldn't it make more sense for them to help pay for better security for your shared parking?

My last 2 bikes were with Swann, my current with QBE.
Haven't had any major dealings with them so far, but QBE prices, policy, people and reputation amongst friends are already better.
With the exception of Shannon's I don't know of another insurer that's as dedicated to riders.

Shannon's isn't for riders - it's for guys that wank over bikes instead of riding them. Their 'low use' policy is obviously designed to get rid of anyone who wants to actually use the thing - the quote was only competitive whilst I was riding to the cafe, as soon as I wanted to do some exploring...gone!

Hi All.

Yes same deal with Shannons, good for riding to pose at the cafe and back.
Spider, what about if you have a quick track system installed, will they insure then.

Cheers.

Madalf.

Sorry to hear about your ride
The F#%king Cahns need to be strung up by the balls.
Don

Hey Alf, what are these systems generally worth??  ???

can't be more than a good set of Termi's!

and if it means I can continue to ride and live in Malvern......could be an option, thanks Alf  [thumbsup]

Insurance companies assess risk by postcode.

I once had a car stolen from outside my house. It was parked on the street as I had no garage or OSP. When I moved, I got a place with a lock up garage and an alarm but my premium went up simply because of the postcode. Nothing to do with my personal circumstances.

I really hope you get your bike back spider, even if its just to harvest some of the carbon bits so you don't have to buy them again at the current exchange rate.

Hi All.
Seems Quick Trak has gone belly up, or disappeared, but there are other systems.
I'm going to call Shannons tomorrow to see if they know.
Cheers.
Alf.H.

Bloody hell Spider, why'd you go and get your bike stolen? How selfish, you knew we were riding the Great Ocean Road this weekend, now what am I going to do?

 [bang]

Thats why I live in Coburg, theives don't steel from their own backyard  :P

Now seriously, I feel for you mate, there is nothing worse (OK maybe a couple of things) then seeing a blank space where your pride a joy was last parked. Hope they get the bastards.

Brendan, there is only one true reason why it's good to be hung like a horse....doesn't matter what happens to you, you can always look down and smile!  :D

apologies for wrecking your next weekend, I'll bring flowers to your missus for having to put up with you!

make the beast with two backsin' 'ell Spidey that's shocking news....

My last bike (a highly modified Kaw) was nicked from my old block of units.   Same story as yours...  Security entry only with a key or remote!!!

Owed me nearly $30K with the mods (Ohlins, Dymags etc...)   Insurance paid me stock value...  $8.5K :'( :'(

No bits of it have ever turned up...  But I'm still lookin' for her and the Brian Ws that stole her....

Hope yours turns up un damaged....

Ita

Howdy All.

Free home for bike theives...under my soon to be new garage slab!
100mm 24mpa reinforced Concrete...views are a bit crap, but hey no house keeping to worry about!

No new on tracking systems, Shannons, knew jack.
More to follow up.


Cherrio.

Some good suggestions above Spider about getting the word out.

We mentioned it to the guys at North Coast V-Twins in Coffs Harbour during the week and they suggested sending through the details http://www.v-twins.com.au/ (there is contact details on their website). Seemed to be genuinely helpful peoples up there.

EDIT: Could be the type of market scumbags might look to. It seems (sadly) that they knew exactly what they were after ... which would indicate that they would try and move it on elsewhere.

I also learnt the term knee (or more appropriately ankle) which decriptively names these scumbags as a couple of feet lower than a c**t. So to the 'Ankles' that stole Spider's baby ... I hope you get what is coming to you.

hey spider,
any updates on the bike or no luck ?
and hows insurance treating you ?

I just found this thread... damn sorry to hear the news, Spider. I'll keep an eye on the local papers up here - Bendigo has a pretty big population & is close to Melbourne.  :-\

no news....I'll lodge paperwork on Tuesday with QBE, the investigator finished last Thursday....as a detective he discovered that I'm a stand-up fellow, all round great bloke who he'd set up with his sister and go drinking with and that I didn't set up to lose my pride and joy!

Spider, I've been away and only just saw this thread, its absolutely shit news mate. You've only had her for a short while too.
I'm only guessing but if it hasn't turned up after 2 weeks it not likely too.

How long until QBE pay you out?

Have you started looking for a new ride?