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Lets see everyones progress  [popcorn]   (Update pics)

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C termi exhaust
C heat shields
C belt cover
C exhaust shield
C chain guard
C instrument panel
C front fender
white seat cowl
Eliminator kit
Rizoma  Lux Billet Grips
CRG Lane splitters
Red oil cap
italian termi decal


Still to come....
White tank covers 
Pazzo brake/clutch levers
smaller lights
Im sure ill think of something  ;)

Good Thread  [thumbsup]

M696 pjfa Edition
Pazzo Racing Levers
 - Brake lever - DB-12
 - Clutch lever - D-22
Oberon Performance Mirrors
 - 75mm
Wheel Stripes Bike It
 - WST018 - 7mm Reflection Red
Competition Werkes Fender Eliminator (How to install: http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/09/competition-werkes.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/09/competition-werkes.html))
 - SKU: 1DMON2 - paint Black
LighTech Ergal (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-lightech.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-lightech.html))
 - 8D6C Fairing Kit
 - 8D6M Engine Kit
 - 8D6T Frame Kit
DUCATI Performance CF Parts (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-dp-carbon-diy.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-dp-carbon-diy.html))
 - SKU code #96991409B Rear Mudguard
 - SKU code #96991509B Tank Top Cover
 - SKU code #96991609B Tank Bottom Cover
 - SKU code #96992009B Heat Guard for Exhaust Part
Termignoni CF Racing Kit (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/03/sku-code-96452509b-carbon-racing.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/03/sku-code-96452509b-carbon-racing.html))
 - SKU code #96452509B
DIY
 - Headlight Rim paint Black
 - Brembo Logo and Lettering paint Red (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-diy-red-brembo-lettering.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2008/10/desmo-diy-red-brembo-lettering.html))

Coming Soon...  [popcorn]
SKU code #96852709B Engine Oil Cooler Kit
Speedymoto Belt Covers

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It's pretty much stock right now except for some rim stripes. Future plans include:
-CF Termignoni kit
-14t front sprocket
-Frame/axel/fork sliders
-maybe some rizoma reverse retro mirrors.

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cw tail chop with forward plate position, powdercoated black, custom signal mounts
powdercoated exhaust hangers black
installing termis this week [beer]

Here's the latest on my 696.... I think I'm almost done now  ;)  (hands up all those who believe that?....)

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Red reflective rim stripes.
Rizoma grips and bar-end weights.
DP tail tidy.
DP touring/comfort seat.
14t front sprocket.
Stebel Nautilus air horn.
Ozyknobs frame-sliders.
Ugly frame stickers... um... relocated.
Carbon fibre Termignonis.
Pazzo Racing levers in billet alloy with red adjuster

Pretty much standard, except for paint, gutted exhausts, rim stripes and red paint on the calipers [thumbsup]

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pjfa,
What's involved in a LighTech "engine kit"? I'm starting to wonder if anyone's come out with performance mods for the 696 engine yet, i.e. cams, pistons, etc.

My bike's already in Bikes of the DMF, but I'll cross-post it soon.

How did you prep the tank panels? I want to get the logo' off.

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bodywork painted black
Quat-D round CF pipes, no silencer or cat
Competition Werkes fender removal, plate in lower position
removed rear scraper, reflectors, stickers
rizoma aluminum billet grips
rizoma reverse retro mirrors
Swatt clip-ons 3.5" rise
Corsair Industries spaces (x2 each side) for clutch and brake reservoir
Shock Industries mini LED signals
Aztec8 7" single black headlight kit
14t sprocket
DP seat
relocate rear signals to brake light bracket
relocate dash
pazzo short levers
grind off header shield mounting tabs, wrap header with black exhaust tape
grind off passenger pegs + mounts
planned: sport classic 1000 clipons, remove front fender, remove engine shroud

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Just some few mods..

Mods to date.....CRG mirrors, Rhinomoto barends, H competition oil cooler, H-Comp Rodan Exhaust (not pictured), blacked out fairing, DP touring seat, blacked exhaust shields, DP tail chop, shortened front blinkers, CRG Levers, Lowered Fairing, S2R Front Modded Fender.

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Nice guyz!   :P  [thumbsup]  [bow_down]

Here's my Beastie Boy with most mods completed, need newer pix since exhaust (which I had hoped to do the CRM's, but hubby 'surprised' me with the Leo's)

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Mods include:
Rizoma Bars (red)
Rizoma Grips (red)
Rizoma Bar Ends w/Sliders (red)
Pazzo Shorties in Gold, red adjusters
Oberon Studded Pegs (red)
Motivation Frame and axle sliders
Custom Bullet Valve Stem covers
TekSpec Tank Pads
Competition Werks Fender Eliminator
Leo Vince SBK Ovals DB killers removed of course

Future Wish List (please send advise?!):
Tune/Maps custom??
Mirrors (anything lower profile and will NOT blow off like my stocks)
The black levers I originally ordered, but were stolen by SO  [bang]
Belly pan
Header n pipe wrap in black?
Race tires pleeeez?
Red rim tape maybe?
TechSpec glue that will HOLD????? 

 [thumbsup]  [moto] CHIC

Here's my 696
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Mods:
DP Short tail
CRG LS mirrors
CF Termignoni kit
Powder coated headlight bezel
Powder coated heat shields
DP LED turn signals, tinted
Tinted brake light
DP Windscreen
Powder coated foot peg holder plates
Speedy Moto sprocket cover

Next up:
Rizoma Grips
Pazzo levers

Old Photo.  Picture is from December...

Mods in the photo:
Ducati short fender kit
Ducati Carbon Heatshields (on cans and the one on the exhaust)
CRG bar end mirrors


Mods since the photo (have not got parts back from powder coating... Once i have I will post up pics)
Flat black powder coated:
    - rearsets, pegs and all little tid-bits
    - handlebar, risers and top crown of fork (haven't seen anyone do this one yet)
    - exhaust hangers and some random bolts
    - Headlight housing
Went to Silverstar Bulbs and similar color for the H6W running light
shortened front blinkers
Ducati Touring seat (with the red stitching)

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I am unsure if I want to do red rim stripes.  I have bought them, but unsure if I should add color (red) or just leave it mean black. 

no rim stripes or use black reflective stripes. and are you going to black out exhausts or get CF?

really like the black theme.

anyone have a link to black reflective rim tape?

http://www.glsigns.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_24_52&products_id=609 (http://www.glsigns.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_24_52&products_id=609)

they have two black versions. one reflects gold the other silver

For now, silver fork legs, silver cans... probably going to take the baffles out.    I might vinyl the fork legs, I'll have to see.  I will definitely vinyl them when I can afford an exhaust system (most likely Termi Carbon).  To get a good deal on PC, I had to wait for someone else to want that color... but I should have the stuff back soon. 

PERFECT thanks Raux!

oooooo!  [thumbsup]

I agree tho, on yours, no red rim stripes, but I need them for mine, so PM me and maybe I can buy yours off you?   [beer]

Most recent pic. So much more I want to do.

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i think the red rim stripes would look awsome on yours! zloki has a super blacked out 696 and has red rim stripes and it looks great! i think he has the best looking black 696 here...

bump for the newbies

Really like that you did for your bike and the exhaust tape. I wanted to do that to mine but worried it will cause the bike to overheat faster?

nope, should be fine

Mine so far...

Just got it...
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Wheel stripes + black out various parts.
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hey peanut man, like the red rim stripes, but lose the fork reflectors!

LOL

Yes yes yes... will do this weekend.  Got more goodie today too...

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ooooh envyyyyyyy ;D

yeah got mine tuesday. got home. put them on 10 min only... there's a tuturial that made it easy. i mean so easy i wonder if i did it right. bu it is. looks sweet too. i got the black shorties with red levers too.

Beautiful night.

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And oh yeah, I just installed Rizoma bar + bar ends + Revers Retro mirrors.  Them mirrors are yummy...

Heres mine
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I FINALLY ordered an exhaust for my 696. No pics yet though. I did a 180 and got something totally different than my initial plans. I followed amcloud's footsteps and ordered the Leo Vince EvoII in carbon. Can't wait to get it.  [popcorn] You can't beat ~$830 shipped.

No it wont cause your bike to over heat faster..you should be fine..
If your going to wrap it be sure to soak it with water and make it super tight and 1/4" overlap each turn and dont forget to seal it with sealicone spary.Do it atleast 4 to 5 coats and bake it if you have some ..to keep it tight and solid .

Screw the mods, where did you get the Sambas! I have a pair, but they are 10 years old. The best driving shoes ever made.

Ex soccer player, indoor and outdoor... when I heard they were going to stop making them, I stocked up.  I still have 2 sets unworn.  Those current ones are 5+ years old... now that I don't play anymore, they last a lot longer.  My favorite shoe of all time.  I don't wear them in the winter so much, but I wear them all the time in the nicer weather.

Ryan, I did a quick search... and looks like you can still get them: Looks like they are called the "Classic M" now.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adidas_Samba (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adidas_Samba)
http://www.amazon.com/adidas-Mens-Samba-Classic-Soccer/dp/B0007QCNGG (http://www.amazon.com/adidas-Mens-Samba-Classic-Soccer/dp/B0007QCNGG)

Here's D1 2005... see screw Sparco shoes, Sambas are the SH......T  Thanks Spicoli you made my shoe year!  (sorry about the thread jack...! I just got excited)
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Been a player & coach for 20 years.  Try Eurosport, there's always good deals & they still stock them.

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More to come:
From Germany (carbonworld.de)
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From UK (ebay) rear wheel 5.5 Ducati ST
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Pjfa  love what your doin with the bike.  Thanks for posting where you got the inlays for the tank.  I would never find them.   [clap]

This is my plate holder
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made in Italy
bougth in
www.junodesign.it (http://)

nice bikes

ps finishline can order sambas

update with new pictures.

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More and better to come once the mountains clear up a little.

nice, nice REALLLY nice.  But see, with it blacked out, it now really shows that damned header pipe that bugs crap outta me....  any suggestions for mine?  Ceramic coat? Belly pan by barracuda does hide bottom of it a bit and considering one. 

Is it just me tho??

Yup.  It's just you  ;)

i see exactly what you mean. i'm ceramic coating mine black this winter. i'm waiting till then because the two places that do ceramic coating around here said it takes 2 weeks. and i don't want to be without my bike for that long especially during riding season. so i'll be waiting till it starts getting nasty out. its going to be about $300-$400 to get them ceramic coated...

Nekked - Did you still want my red rim strips?  PM/message me if you do.

Oh yeah  [laugh]  sorry, got your PM and then forgot again. 

Lemme go find the PM and see what you were asking, but yeah, think I WOULD like them.  They are reflective, correct?   

MrPlease, I would LUV to ceramic coat my header pipe also...you doing all pipes????   Little worried about taking it apart tho  :o  any suggestions????

yeah, i'm actually having the dealer take them off for me. and reinstall them when they are finished...

...took my exhaust off last week... it comes back from the ceramic coating shop tomorrow.... cant wait to see how it's gonna look..... 8)

was it hard to remove all the pipes?

Nah, not really.  Once you accept that you gotta take the fuel tank off (again) to get at the rear cylinder's exhaust flange nuts..... (a tube spanner is helpful here for the one nut that is awkward to get to)....  Just took my time and went carefully at it and all came off without any dramas. 

So nope, not hard to do.....just allow plenty of time. 

I use working on my bike as a form of relaxation, so I only start a job when I know I've got plenty of time....  These times are my motorcyling moments of maintenance Zen  ;)

Ung, you are more than welcome to come "relax" with my bike anytime  [laugh]


Just got some new pix with more of the mods completed on Beastie Boy so thought I would post up

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Cool... I'm happy to work modding your bike for ya anytime at absolutely no charge for labour  :)    Here's the deal:  All I need is accommodation for the duration, 3 meals per day and my return airfare taken care of.  Removal of your exhaust should take me no longer than say.....hmm.. 3 weeks  ;) 8)

Bike's looking good Nekked  [thumbsup] Are those Arrows that's taking care of the noise department?

.....Here are a couple of moving shots of my red 696.

not that much upgrades other than:
-red rim tape
-rg tail tidy chop
-speedymoto frame/fork/ rear axle slider
-termi cf slip ons

(http://www.flickr.com/photos/daphane_tog/3572345300/)

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(take two)  ;D
.....Here are a couple of moving shots of my red 696.

not that much upgrades other than............:
-red rim tape
-rg tail tidy chop
-speedymoto frame/fork/ rear axle slider
-termi cf slip ons

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Love the action shots.   My gf has a really nice nikon but no idea how to use it.   What is the shutter speed at or how do you focus on the moving object

just from seeing his rims, i bet it was a panning shot with a normal shutter speed.

Good point  [thumbsup]

Thanks!

correct on the panning shot. Camera Setting are as follows:

- Shutter Mode @ 1/30 | F8 - F18
- ISO set @ 200 due to the gloomy and gray lighting

Hope this helps....

Sure I can handle all above, except return airfare  :-[   

Those are Leo Vince SBK with no stickers and sound KILLER!!!  Whata GROWLLLLLLL this bike has now  [moto]

Come visit Sunny FL anytime tho and we have some condos nears all the Disney crap too btw. 

T minus 5 on my RTW odyssey..... so I just might take you up on that one in a few years  ;)  Cheers  [thumbsup]

A little update

DIY - Rear Caliper Hanger Paint Black
DIY - Exhausts Hanger Paint Black
5.5" Rear Wheel (5 spokes RED)
Set of Tires Continental => ContiSportAttack (180/50 & 120/60)

Coming Soon
PHSD10R3/A1 - Akrapovic Carbon Heat Shield

Now, a few pics
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Some NICE looking bikes!

My custom, and still under construction 696..

- Barracuda windscreen
- 7" headlight Swap
- Custom oil cooler
- Quat D CF exhaust
- Speedymoto sliders all around
- Bar end mirrors
- And some other small things

Coming soon.... PCV, touring seat, powdercoated rearsets.....

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NICE! are you going to get a matching front wheel?

+1

No I don´t  ;D

I like the way it is but, If - some day - a buy a 5 spoke front wheel, it stays black  [popcorn]

Give the rear whell a black rim stripe [thumbsup]

Good idea. Thank´s  [thumbsup]

Just ordered a Suburban-Machinery "M3" handlebar.  [moto] [popcorn]

1313: got a pic?

The only picture I could find of the bar.. Not a 696 of course. I ordered it "touch" unseen if that makes sense. I'm not sure how comfortable or uncomfortable it will be. If it's sucks for me, it'll be up on the auction block with the quickness.

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those aren't bad. but i'm trying to find a black bar. i don't like the rizoma bars...

If the bar is kosher, I'm taking it off and getting it powdercoated a satin black.  [thumbsup] The bar is arriving Friday. I won't have time to mess with the bike until Monday.

I suspect after the fight that I'm anticipating in fitting my speedymoto bars... that these clubman type bars will look like a pretty good compromise.....

Let me know how it fits. I checked the clearance around the fork leg and there seems to be a wire bracket/hanger behind the headlight that looks like it might get in the way of the clamp for the clip-on.

Edit: sent the Tommaselli Condors back. Real crappy quality, and knurling not narrow enough for the dogbone. Still looking!

Of course.  ;D

Yup that wire bracket thing will likely need to be dumped coz I'm fitting a new top triple at the same time as the new bars.  I'm expecting that re-fitting the headlight and instrument binnacle is going to be...um.... an interesting experience.... but nothing ventured, nothing gained. 

Just heard from the guys at SpeedyMoto that...... drum roll.... my Tallboys bars have shipped today (http://www.ducatisti.co.uk/forum/images/smilies/banana.gif)

Sweet!!!  [popcorn]

Some new parts were delivered today.
From England, the stikers;
From Spain, the panels and radiator cover;
From Germany, key guard.

Here the pics and links to... more pics  ;D
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http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbon-trader-stickers-ii.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbon-trader-stickers-ii.html)
http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbon4us-protector-de-radiador-e.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbon4us-protector-de-radiador-e.html)
http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbonworld-key-guard.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/10/carbonworld-key-guard.html)

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i miss this thread!

Delivered today, assembly scheduled to Friday  [coffee]
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  Your bike looks bad-ass!  [thumbsup]

  I have had that Ohlins shock installed on my 696 for 2 months now and I have noticed that it really makes the forks feel inferior, at least at my weight.  I demoed an 1100S a couple weeks ago and the Ohlins forks felt beautiful, they where actually smoothly soaking up the bumps in the road, when my 696 just sharply bounces over bumps in the road.
  I should not have demoed that 1100S because now I want one.

We have to wait until Ohlins show some options to M696 front (Fork or coils) but, it seems the stock fork is not as good inside as it looks outside  [laugh]

Which rearsets are those pretty please? 

Just came back from shop  ;D
I feel the rear is not so "rude" anymore after the bumps and I´ve got the feeling that the rear stay glued to the ground.
Also, in acceleration I don´t feel the rear compressing, seems now it´s more direct forward. I hope you can understand me  [laugh]

This analisys was made after 6kms ride  ;D
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More pics @ http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/11/ohlins-du-738-type-s46dr1-my-2009-part.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2009/11/ohlins-du-738-type-s46dr1-my-2009-part.html)

they are the Course rearsets from Motowheels (they are actually on sale now..i had to pay impatience full price)

Thanks for the info!  I will check those out!

Have posted elsewhere that Ohlins is doing work on monster forks for DNA and hopefully will do the mod for others. Don

I'm working on it and here's what I've got so far.

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Another new mod. :)

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Hi All  [popcorn]

I don´t know if this the right thread to post this issue  ;D

I´m looking for info about the M696 fork and for some alternatives:
- complet new fork
- cartridge kit (maybe the best option)

I want to keep the OEM calipers.
I found some info about cartridge kits:
- Race Tech [G2-R] http://www.racetech.com/page.aspx?id=53&menuid=61 (http://www.racetech.com/page.aspx?id=53&menuid=61)
- Traxxion [AK-20] http://www.traxxion.com/cruisers/cruiser_package2.shtml (http://www.traxxion.com/cruisers/cruiser_package2.shtml)
- ExtremTech http://www.extremetech.it/ (http://www.extremetech.it/)

Anyone have some experience with this? Feedback?

Thank´s

I will try to get more info about it

Just more stuff delivered today  [thumbsup]
Brembo Clamp and Akrapovic Heat Shield
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Coming soon:
Magura 190 Radial Master Cylinder (used)
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hey guys, ive only recently found this forum :) but its great to see and read about all the 696 mods :) its been a lot of help and given me a lot of ideas, but

i have a question, with the termi dp kit, should the dp air filter be oiled or installed dry?

my ducati dealer said install dry?

i initially oiled the filter with k&n spray oil, but then took it back out and cleaned it, and put it back in dry, just wondering how others had installed it?

So on the subjhect of 696s..... I bought mine because I thought ending with 13 ducatis was unlucky and having sworn off 1000cc roadburners as anachronistic- I mean come on, you cant get it done with out a motor the size of a cars? Being an old guy an 750 is a big bike and the 696 size is more fun to use on the street. I also knew that a stock bike is only stock for a very short time in my hands-the fun is in making it fit....so Things to do.  Dump the stock shock. it keeps the ass end of the bike off the tyre, little else. Solution...Ohlins and since some knome in sweden did not make it just for me am on the 2nd spring- 105 instead of 115. Ohlins usa is very helpful. Lower seat looks way better and keeps me tackle off the tank. A new pair of Vanson Tech sport rider leather pants sure helps there too. Of course had to make a custom liner from a pair of windproof fleece lined bicycle pants to keep the cold air out of the inner thighs. works great! used the leftover fabric to Back the perforated front of the Vanson Jacket. These let the new Gerbing jacket and gloves pump heat in and keep it there. Wired it in so that I can disconnect the harness from the control box and plug in the battery charger. The on-off  reostat I mounted on the recessed flat between the key and the gas cap. easy to reach while riding and all wiring is invisible. The handlebars were very close but the angle was too flat for my old wrists....Rizoma 42mm risers less the silver washer and a black conical bar work better, helps me remember to relax my arms when cornering.The passenger pegs were going to never be used so out with the hacksaw and files- some carbon sheet from Dragonplate and the black spray paint and eventually some rearsets but for now saved some weight. Pazzo shorty levers are a big improvement and way more comfortable to cover the brake with 1 finger all the time and bring the clutch into a less akward release point by a bit. I bought the bike used and the previous owner put the termis on, frame and axel sliders and the tail chop. The termis are ,well, loud and with the trailing throttle poping and banging-always when I chopped the throttle being surprised by a lurking cop-led me to the db killers-stock too quiet so gradually started cutting down the tube- finally ground off the weld and have just the flat plate with a hole= perfect.WOT barks nicely and at small throttle openings is no making me deaf. I also shortened the front blinkers and painted a bunch of brackets black Hav I mentioned that the bike is an absolute hoot to ride? Most all of the changes have resulted in functional improvements to the way I like the bike to be and I will muck with the suspension and eventually get it where I want it. All good fun.I have had the bike now for about 2 months and 2k miles of fun. Great gas mileage and reasonable comfort. Things to do? the forks are next on the list upgrading or replacing, the shock needs more work and the mastercylinders are crying out for radial replacements. Maybe BST wheels.   My dream bike? A 250 desmo single cafe ride- a modern version of one of the many Ducatis I have had and sold over the decades.  lets see if I can figure out how to add some pictures of suzy.{all my ducs have been named suzy after some sweet young thing of my past...har har har}Don

we are going to have to work on your paragraph structure.

Stream of consciousness baby.

haha, i can tell

That is gangster!

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Paulo is The Stig!

I'm in! [thumbsup]

Picked it up last week and am making a list of upcoming mods to do during the summer....I'll post up the results as it comes along.

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Same thought I had when I saw it  [laugh]

step one, remove reflectors

Loong oil filter,like 1100

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I go for clipons  [thumbsup]

not sure if you guys saw this mod i did recently, thought id post here too. I ordered some tinted vinyl from oracal. then sent it in to a tint shop to have it put on. Im pretty happy with it, its not perfect, but if i ever want to it will peel off, or i can just run sans fairing.
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next mods for me are:
14t (i know i really need to get this done)
black bars
PC the front headlight black
euro shield on left side
rizoma reverse retro mirrors (knock offs? $$)

where did you get this! I can't find it on their website. I would be interested in a metal version more, but damn i like!

The tint looks nice.

thanks, there are some crazy tiny imperfections, where they used a rubber tool to smooth out bubbles, you can see a streak, but only if you put your face into it an look. I'm happy.

I assume you are asking about the Akrapovic Heat Shield!?
See here:
http://shop.akrapovic.de/shop/DUCATI,696_Monster.htm (http://shop.akrapovic.de/shop/DUCATI,696_Monster.htm)

In Europe, you can only buy them to your Nacional Akrapovic Reseller  [bang]
Set (2 heat shields) will cost you 150€.

They only have them in carbon.

thanks PJFA. Maybe I can have someone make a metal set like it for cheaper

Arrrrrr Finally took mine out of hibernation last week!

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I'm getting the ol' girl out in a week or so. It was 65 degrees out today though! Bikes everywhere! But, it's says rain and snow this weekend, and parts of next week. April it is...

Did they changed the crank case?  The filter mount looks different now.

short engine cases actually. this is the newer motor. weighs 2 lbs less than ours

Oh i see...now i know... ;D

Man I got jipped! The 2010 is 2 lbs lighter? WTF I need more titanium bolts now...F'ers..

OMG, yes! Those 2 lbs make ALL the difference.  Its like riding a whole new bike!  ;) ;D

ha ha ha jog for a couple weeks, cheapest weight mod ever

Kimi's Response to Brundle's Question. Brazil 2006 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U386HsT-NaA#normal)

IF I lose anymore weight my wife will divorce me, I tip the scales at 155 lbs. LOL I guess I need to eat more  [bacon] and  [drink] more

Show off  :P [cheeky] ;)

what?... just because Ducati made the bikes for us 155-160lb riders

need I have Ung say it again?

How much is 160lbs anyway....lol...?

I wish you people could use sensible measurement units.....  ... 14 ounces in a pebble... 17 pebbles in a whoopling... 12 whooplings in a bushel... 6 bushels in a CWT... 9 CWT to the US gallon (or 11 CWT if its an Imperial gallon, naturally) and 9 (or 11) gallons to the 1,760 yard mile.

Regards, from an 80kg Ungeheuer  ;).

Okay if you put it that way, I weigh 11.07 Stone...Wait is there a way to weigh weight? Don't you love the English language. Is dat one of dem' der double entondres.....  

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Monday 5th, a new few mods  [thumbsup]

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All the pics (37) @ http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/ (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/)

Fork - 2008 1098 Showa
Clipons - Performance Parts
Wheels - Marchesini
Top Triple - Speedymoto

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Nice fork swap pjfa  [clap].
Top triple and clipons look fabulous together, great job  [thumbsup] 
You know, you're gonna have to give us a "how you did it" write-up now, doncha?  ;D

Yes write Please! Nice Work!  [bacon] [thumbsup]

which front axle did you use?

are you riding with the tank sides off?

No I don´t.  ;D

Standart with shim (inner diameter 30mm, outer diamter 35mm, 44mm wide)

Thank´s  [thumbsup]

I´m on it right now [popcorn]
EDIT: Done @ http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0) Enjoy  [thumbsup]

is that your wife? she's hot.

Yes and... yes  ;D

Update pics:
Test Ride  [thumbsup]
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How much of an improvement are the new forks??

Are all of the machined parts custom made by you??

You should put together a parts kit for us who want to upgrade!

+1

Lot of demand out there for something like this pjfa

definitely, how much would a set up like that cost?

Nice headlight update there too  [thumbsup]

The new fork gives you more feedback and smoothness. Even in the cobblestone you have a very clean line instead the bike/fork bumping and get out of control  ;D

No, only the design  ;D
And the spacers for the wheel/discs where sent free from a Spanish DUCATISTI  [beer]


You mean:
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But, the mesurements are in the "HOW TO": http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0)


2 spacers for wheel/disc: 20€/set*
2 shims for lower triple clamp: 5€/set
1 washer for front axle: 25€

So, maybe the kit could cost around 50€ (65$).

* estimated costs

Do you think any machine shop could make these items given the measurements?

Are the holes in the spacers merely for looks/save weight or do they serve a purpose?

and then the forks right?

Yes, I think so.

The holes are for the rotors screws. They fit between the wheel and the rotors

Not sure  ;D
Yes, a Fork would be great.  [beer]

I tought - when you say "definitely, how much would a set up like that cost?" - you where asking about the small stuffs  [thumbsup]

right on, yours are sbk forks right?

Yes, from a 2008 1098  [thumbsup]

Are 1098 forks the only ones that will work on the 696?

If you want to keep the radial calipers and stay at DUCATI bike forks will fit from:
848, 1098, 1198, M1100S, SF.

Note, all of these forks had a diameter of the legs with 53mm (not sure about the Ohlins).
M696 fork is 50mm top and 54mm bottom.

You can:
A - bore your standart triple from 50mm to 53mm;
B - buy a top triple clamp already with 53mm for Monsters.

Take a look @ http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=36913.0)

Thank you sir....

Just when I thought I was done modding, now I have another project... Looks like I will be purchasing some forks this weekend and finding a local machine shop to make some parts

calculate your cost. When i looked at how much i was going to spend droping in 1098 forks....(granted i have an additional purchase of radial brakes) you might be able to get away with getting a whole new catridge for a little bit more and get more bang for your buck.

Were late 999 forks also radial?

Yes, they were and also 749  [thumbsup]
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well there you - more forks that will work on a 696

One last question... I hope...

Will the spacers and shims be the same size/dimensions for the 999/749 forks as they are for the 1098?

Shims are the same for sure. I didn't pay enough attention to the spacer part of this project - people have been putting SBK forks on Monsters since sometime after 1994... [cheeky]

Here's mine:
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Only mods so far are a Competition Werks fender eliminator and a LED tail light with integrated turn signals (also from CW).

Pro Grip 717 SBK
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LED stipes
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Mad Doctor
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any more pictures of the LED blinkers? how did they connect? well? easy?

For now, only pics from the Mad Doctor´s @ http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2010/05/mad-doctor-blinkers.html (http://desmodromicamente.blogspot.com/2010/05/mad-doctor-blinkers.html)
I had to adapt the standarts plugs, otherwise it´s easy.

This week I will plug the LED stipes and post more pics.

Two hours of "Home made".
Cut the standart wires
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Fix it in the CW  ;D
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Plugs
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Ready to assembly
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Detail
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Little extra protection  [thumbsup]
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Ready and a little video  [popcorn]
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Hey pjfa, I responded to your thread in the tutorial section on your 1098 fork upgrade, but no reply there.. I am going to do the upgrade next week.... Do you know if the 1098 Axle will work with the 696 wheel, or do I have to use the 696 axle and make the shims?

I got a decent setup of 1098 forks, with a lower triple and axle, so the less machining the better....

pfja, ive been looking for some low profile LED strips like that for a while.  mind sharing what website you got those from?

Hi, I answer there. Sorry for the delay  [thumbsup]

No problem: http://www.2a4.fr/list.php?lang=1&path=1019&num=11&action=n&sort=Id&page=0 (http://www.2a4.fr/list.php?lang=1&path=1019&num=11&action=n&sort=Id&page=0)

14T Lightweigth
45T Ergal
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Hey fellow 696 owners 8)

I have a few issues hopefully some of you can throw some insight into...

- I did my 1000km service myself (I'm a mechanic by trade) but from what I understand through searches is that the "wrench" service/maintainance light must be reset by the dealer. Is that indeed true? If so, is it going to affect my bike to ride it until I can get it to the dealer (my dealer is 250km away and our scheduals conflict). I'm just concerned with it causing the bike to go into open loop with the EFI or something crazy like that. Tjhe reason I ask is that the bike seems to be running a bit erratic lately (I have 2000km on it now)

- As I mentioned the bike seems to be running erratically lately... It seems to chug while running in town and is finicky, but clears up on the highway. My riding gear absolutely stinks like exhaust and the bike smells super rich. I'm guessing what I'm actually smelling is the product of the typical lean 696 issues and a lean missfire. Not sure if this should be in the tech section, but I'm wondering if a controller something like a Juice box will help clear it up. If so, what can you recommend for a 696 that is basically stock except for half-cored cans and a K&N air filter
          

- the wrench doesn't affect performance. you can wait.

- you can't run the K&N without the Ducati Peformance ECU or Juice Box. Go back to stock and bet you wouldn't have the issue.

Thanks for the input Raux...

I got ahead of myself. The bike is currently stock. I intend on coring the cans this week and adding the K&N and was curious if letting it breath and adding some fuel with a Juice Box (or any other type of controller) would help with the chronically lean 696's (and possibly my issue). Also seems to be quite a dead spot between 3500-5000 rpm.

I should also add that the bike was a pig to start yesterday and flashed the SES light intil I keyed it down and restarted it wasrm... I may have messed up the starting proceedure tho and never let the ECU do it's initialization. I'll give it another try cold tomorrow...

As of now, the wrench must be reset by the dealer, hopefully someone figures finds a method that can be used by the owner.  As Raux said, the wrench will not affect running.
Before doing any modifications you need to find out why your bike is not running well.  If the check engine light is not on you are not running open loop and, as far as the computer is concerned all is hunky dory.  Obviously, all is not.  First thing I would do is make sure the vacuum hoses (yeah all two of them) are intact and connected  (assuming you didn't do a canisterectomy).  Then I would check my sensor connections.  Also, pull your spark plugs and inspect.  If your bike is an early '09 it may have a reversed coil polarity issue.  Search the board for more info on this.

The bike is a new 2010 model with approx 2000kms on it.. I wish my TECH2 scan tool and CANDI module at work would plug into this thing....maybe pull an updated fuel map down from TIS and upload it...LOL...I'm a GM tech...

all connections and hoses are routed and in new condition. To me it smells like it's lean..I have yet to pull a plug to confirm.  Basically I'm assuming it is lean and from searching I have found that a lean condition on the 696's is a common thing...


Now assuming it is lean....what is the fix?? Juice Box?

Juicebox will work because it allows you to add fuel during acceleration and at wot... However it does not have "maps" like the power commander and you cannot finely tune it... It's bassically ride, adjust, ride, adjust and so on until you get it where you want it... The powercommander 5 is now out and probably the best way to adjust the ecu to your setup.... I've been running the juice box and it works but hard to know what the best setup is for it without an air/fuel gauge

First off I would start a new thread in "Tech" with an appropriate title.  Then ask a Mod to move the appropriate replies to that thread. 

Back to lean.  If your bike is running properly in closed loop it is running stoichiometric ratio (14.7:1), just like your GM cars.  The older Monsters with the single O₂ sensors did often run lean trying to maintain stoichiometric ratio  To lean for smoothest running?  Yes, but the bike should run decent, though a little hot.  I don't know about the new Monsters with the Siemans FI, but the older bikes ran closed loop up to 15% throttle or, if I remember correctly, 5K RPM.  Unfortunately, there is not much more you can check on that bike yourself.  You could check throttle sync.  If you have access to an exhaust gas analyzer you could also check CO balance.  I think anywhere around 1% should work.  You could also try partially blocking the air intake and observing whether the problem gets better or worse.

Your best bet, IMO, is getting the bike back to the dealer.  Particularly since the bike is new, under warranty and not running correctly.  With the DDS tester, Ducati's equivalent to your Tech II they can get quite a bit of data, though no where as much as is available on OBD 2 cars. 

Good to know [thumbsup]

I see the new generation of juice box has all the features of the powercommannders and a little more...

http://www.twobros.com/Perf_Products/Juice_Box_Pro/JuiceBox-Pro.htm (http://www.twobros.com/Perf_Products/Juice_Box_Pro/JuiceBox-Pro.htm)


Now if they would just make one for a Ducati...

I have a four gas analyzer but no access to a dyno so my burble under light load would go un-noticed.The bike actually runs quite well when you get it out and wring it out...just finicky in traffic. The more I read it could be just the nature of the beast...

Sorry for the hijack, but i guess in a roundabout way it was asking about an accessory and modification since I was asking about a lean fix....which seems to be a ECU mod...

Yep. I've got the same symptoms and was told by my mechanic to live with it. The DP ECU/Termi kit clears this up; I've witnessed the transformation on another 696... it's essentially a different bike (and, at 2K installed, it better be).

If the problem you are having is surging, chugging and jumpiness at low rpms then that is just the nature of the beast... I had the same thing, for what I can tell these bikes hate low rpms and love to be ridden hard.... However, when I installed the juicebox it did  help with the low end surging and uneasiness with the engine

Giving the bike a bit of throttle at 3K will cause your bike to "chug" and is normal.  A DP computer or an interface to make for a mixture in this range will help, as will shifting one gear lower, or a sprocket change, like -1 tooth on the front or up 2 in the rear.  I think I read more into your post than was there and had a more serious problem that jrecently developed.

Playing around w/ riding photos on my 696:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4025/4696138858_b0f9fc3f09_b.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4013/4695518525_615849f131_b.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4072/4695504039_a9192808f5_b.jpg)

nice photos! pictures of your set up?

Assembly of 14T and 45T
1 hour for the first, 10 minutes for the secound  [popcorn]

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You mean how it's taken?  I mounted a camera on this arm "Manfrotto Magic Arm" and just slowly ride along.  Use 1.5 to 2sec shutter speed.  :)  Done on dead quiet road of course.

Been bored and playing with some photography techniques in my garage:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4119/4734453863_cea99778bb_z.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4100/4737697012_4a1c55d4ae_z.jpg)

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Gosh... Ducati knows how to make beautiful things...

[clap] Stunningly beautiful  [bow_down]

absolutely, Im sorry but im stealing this picture

You know all those pics were shot using a flash light (maglite) in my garage.  :) 

sure a maglite, and a $2000 camera

Refub Nikon D5000 w/ kit lens.  $525 delivered.  :)

Oh and one of the above pics were made w/ a point and shoot Canon.  See if you can tell which.  Just to make the point, camera has little to do w/ the picture you can make.

Just to proof my point, both images below are from my Canon PowerShot S90, a point and shoot:

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4135/4752587861_808bdcd2a0_z.jpg)

(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4098/4753095438_0c451e3e30_z.jpg)

Not too bad, eh?  :)

i find it hard to believe there is no photoshopping afterward...

Oh yeah, definitely have to use Photoshop overcome some physical limitations like i can't run around the bike fast enuf w/ a flash light in 15 sec (max shutter speed i can have).  :)  If I have 2-3 people I can probably do it in one shot.  Right now I can only do part of the bike at a time.
 
The tank alone was one-pass however.  I just have to get rid of the spill light on the seat since my garage isnt' exactly 100% dark.  :P

2 years with M696.
Here my gift to the M  [thumbsup]

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what is it?

Carbon cover to replace the plastic cover:
(http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/7060/dsc01305k.jpg)

Thought this was a good thread to keep going! Here's my '09 696....
(http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af3/00Kevin696/005.jpg)
(http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af3/00Kevin696/002.jpg)
(http://i988.photobucket.com/albums/af3/00Kevin696/007.jpg)
Mods so far:
CW Fender Kit (painted black)
CW "Smoke" Integrated tail light
CRG LS Hindsight bar end mirrors (sooooo much better)
Xcentrik Performance Belly Pan

To Do List:
Slip-ons (decisions, decisions...)
Paint head light bezel red
powder coat rear sets black (or new ones)
Pazzo levers
red rim stripes

Wish list:
Wasp works
Custom paint
and so on......and so on.....

Here is my 696...

(http://img824.imageshack.us/img824/5336/dsc07284q.jpg)

(http://img825.imageshack.us/img825/7679/dsc07285.jpg)

Mods:
Termi's
ASV adjustable levers
CF front fender
DP short tail kit
CRG Blindsights
Rhinomoto bar end sliders

whats wrong with your taillight? why is it upside down?

ha ha ha ha ive seen people do that too, not sure if its a mistake, or they think it looks right (cool?)

Wow...I didn't even notice that it was installed wrong. 

The dealership put the tail kit on...I'm kind of surprised that they would miss that; anyway, mistakes happen (must have been a new tech)

wow  :o :o i really hope you are joking about the dealership doing that shit to your bike. 

+1

"I'll take 'a new dealer' for $300, Alex."

A little up to this thread  [coffee]

Today I had more than 2 hours off to dedicate to my M696 pjfa Edition.

This was the result:
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 [beer]

nice poor man's antitheft.

but in a wreck might be an issue getting to the kill switch

Hi All -

So, I'm new to the forums AND new to owning a Ducati. I bought my first - a Monster 696 - this past winter and MAN, do I love it. All those others pale in comparison.

Just installed the Leo Vince LV-1 Carbon Exhaust and a charcoal polycarbonate windshield. Next, I'll be getting the carbon fiber seat cowl and the Rizoma Protoype mirrors. Then, on to rearsets.

I want to post a picture, but I have no idea how to do that. I've never belonged to any forum like this...any help?

Thanks,
DevilDogFF

welcome! Host the picture on flickr or photobucket or something

right click on the picture and select copy URL

then, when your ready to include your picture in the text you are typing on this forum,click the icon below the Italics icon above, and paste the copies URL into that

you can always preview bewore posting as well, just to make sure you've done it correctly

again, welcome! I hope you learn a lot here, just remember, some guys have money, some guys hate everyone elses bike. Do what looks good to you, and dont be afraid to ask questions!

Jim

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/RMH696.jpg?t=1302546512)

Like this?

This is how I bought it. I'll update later with the new additions.

Also, thank you for you help  ;D I really appreciate it.

No prob, nice bike.

Hey guys I was wondering, do those black exhaust covers/shields normally come standard with 696s?  My red doesn't have them and for some reason, I  love the way they look.  Is there somewere you can get them aftermarket? 

Thanks,

Pat

Depends on what year your monster is. I think the 2010 maybe and beyond uses that cover. I'm sure you can buy it from Ducati Omaha. Just look at the parts diagram and find out the number. Or keep an eye on here and eBay to get it used.

Awesome thanks man! For some reason, I think it looks much nicer with that on.  I'll have to see what they run and if it's worth getting them or just waiting and getting the Arrow Dark exhaust.  Anyone have that exhaust by any chance?

46014101a and 46014091a are the part numbers.  They seem pretty pricey though.  If you plan on changing the exhaust (which I recommend), I would just hold out and put the money towards that.

Currently in pieces  >:(

Waiting on:

1. bracket to finish pod filter install.
2. Ceramic coated exhaust.
3. Painted brake calipers
4. Wheel striping
5. Lower triple w/corse dynamics headlight

(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/bsurjan/007-5.jpg)

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How difficult was it to pull the exhaust off?  Ceramic coating is my next task, but I have no idea to access all the parts to pull them off.  I think specifically the header under the seat.

Not hard at all... A few bolts, a little elbow grease and they were off within 15 minutes or so.

The hardest part was getting the o2 sensors off. They were stuck on there pretty good. I would recommend disconnecting the 02 sensors before removing the pipes, then un bolt them off when you have the pipes off. It's a tight fit when they are on the bike... I believe it might be a 20mm wrench to take them off.

But, the ceramic coater said that the coating should drop the temps by 50 degrees, which should be awesome.

Thanks for the tips.  I will add them to my notes to have when I get to it.  Did you have to use a really long extension to get to the bolts for the header under the seat?  I have no idea how to get to it because it is deep inside.

50 degrees?  Wow.  Are you getting the thermal barrier on the inside and out then?  My guy told me he could do that and it would drop the temp more than only doing it on the inside which is what maybe most people do.  The cost was only like 10 bucks more per foot.

Im not sure about the bolts under the seat. I do not have the OEM exhaust and it's very different so I didn't have any hard to reach bolts...

I have ryanracers underseat exhaust which you can see here

(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/bsurjan/IMG_4840.jpg)

Im having the inside and outside coated... I think total it is $145 for all of it

Did you repaint your bike? I like the 80s logo but my oem decals look to be clear coated on the bike.

Yeah I'm thinking that's what I'm going to do.

I like that 80's logo too...it looks awesome.

Off topic question, but did anyone have their dealer install a 14t sprocket? I'm mechanically useless so I had them do that when they're installing my new tires and they said it would be a full hour of labor.  I said it was fine, but kinda left shaking my head since everyone says its a 15-20 minute job.

I know some dealers will charge an hour minimum for labor kinda like a tattoo shop.  Maybe you can offer a close member a 6 pack and good conversation for there help  [beer]

Tank was not repainted. Just scratched off old decals and put new ones on. The glossy tank might be clear coated over though...

The 14t sprocket was the easiest thing to change. Get an Allen wrench set, a socket set and you can do it. The sprocket us held on by two bolts and the cover is 3 or 4 bolts. Once it's off, pull off the chain, install new sprocket, and tighten up chain on bike. It's cake

My dealer charged 30 minutes labor. I had them do the 14t sprocket at the time of the 600mile service. Great mod, except for the slightly annoying whine I get mainly in 5th gear due to the strange angle it puts the chain in.

So that was then, but here's an updated picture with the mods I've made thus far. I still plan on doing many more  ;D

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/IMG_0613.jpg?t=1302964055)
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Any suggestions? Looking at the Rizoma and Sato Rearsets as I want those next. Should I take the fairing off all together? Wheels?

Actually, the more I look at it and all the others on this thread, the more I want to take my fairing off. How do I do that?

piece of cake. get some allens and there's only two bolts holding it together. If you are the original owner, the PDI box you got when you received the bike should have included the code card, owners manual, etc. In that box there should have been a plastic piece: its the "fairing-less" gauge-backing, so there will be no exposed bolt holes.

If you look at it, it will give you a quick clue of how to take off the old to put on the new.

Nope, I bought this privately and don't have it. If I bought an aftermarket cover, would I need the bolts, still? Because I don't have anything, so if there was hardware included with that cover, I'm SOL.

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you should be fine. It reuses the mount bolts as the one with the holes for the windscreen to attach to.

The gauge cover uses different bolts then the bikini fairing, but my dealer charged me $2 for a set of them after I lost the originals so no biggie

I don't recall additional bolts coming in the boxes that ship with the bikes (though my memory may be off).  Not sure why it would require different bolts either - you are replacing the gauge back plate (with holes for bikini fairing to attach) with another gauge back plate (without holes for bikini fairing to attach).

I just got a 796, no additional bolts came with it, if it's just like the 696, the bikini fairing uses a bracket that holds it and the bracket is in turn what holds it to the bike that has different mounting holes(placement and size). When I switched from the bikini to the regular backing plate I realized the bike didn't come with the bolts that are used for it. Had to pay a visit to my lost bolt drawer.

These are the brackets that hold the bikini fairing, the regular backing plate does not use them.
(http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae41/carloslekaka/IMAG0054.jpg)

when you get your bike from the dealer, they should include the backing cover with 2 bolts. if not, they owe you. should not have to pay.

Yep, mine came all together in a sealed plastic bag.

ditto

Damn, that might really suck. I don't think the Ducati dealership nearby will have those bolts....they don't have anything usually.

As I said earlier, I bought this bad boy privately. Already checked in with the seller and he didn't get it when he bought it. Either that or he doesn't want to be bothered by it.

You could always go carbon? ;D
http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/MDMN08C91/696/MDMN08C91.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/MDMN08C91/696/MDMN08C91.html)

775.5.001.3C Screw qty 2
247.1.323.1A Instrument panel cover qty 1


that's what you need

Already ordered it, haha!  ;D

Thanks a lot, Raux! Those are the screws I need! Hellz yeah!

I need to buy a front and rear stand for my m696. Pit bull seems to be the preferred stand, that's what a quick google search tells me anyway.

I assume this for the rear:
http://www.pit-bull.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=PBMSA&Product_Code=F0028-000 (http://www.pit-bull.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=PBMSA&Product_Code=F0028-000)

Any input for the front stand?

how involved do you plan to get when doing work?

if you are into big stuff - like rebuilding forks (or at least taking them off yourself to have them rebuilt, etc) - you'll really want to get a "under-triple lift" front stand, rather than one that lifts from the fork lowers.

a fork-bottom lifting front stand is limited in its use: It can lift to keep the tire from flat spotting while being stored, makes it easy to spin the tire to air it up, and you can remove the wheel/tire to do tire changes and fiddle with brake rotors, etc.

can't pull the forks if that's how you are lifting the front... now an under-triple lift stand is also limited, but less so: you can remove the wheel, the forks, etc. But by lifting under the bottom triple, you are prohibited from removing the lower triple to do a bearing overhaul on the front end etc.   so you are back to suspending the bike from other means, like rafters or ladders/saw-horses and supports, etc.

I have two fork-bottom lifting front stands for my bikes, and they "are" useful. I still always wish that i had the under-triple lift stand.  ho hum

Here she is now, sans bikini fairing:

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/IMG_0643.jpg?t=1303331325)

Anyone else unable to garage their Monster? I've gotten to the point where I CONSTANTLY fret that someone will steal my baby. Especially now since I've been a lot of time and money in to it...

Am I alone?

Mine was sans garage for like 9 months. I kept it undr a bike cover and hoped for the best. It's all good now, and sleeps in a garage.

Anyone have any good rearset suggestions? I was considering powder coating the stock ones, but I'll buy some if someone has a good suggestion...

I'm running Style & Performance rider and passenger rearsets

the great thing is they are separate like the new 1100 Evo, so you can run different rider rearsets, even woodcraft which don't have passenger options.

These?:

http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=125&category_id=60&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=71&lang=en (http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=125&category_id=60&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=71&lang=en)

If so, how long did it take to get them? I'm guessing the come from Italy?

Yes, timeline depends if you order a color in stock. Plus I'm in Germany so my timeline was different.
They can anodize almost any color, just email them.

Sind Sie Deutsch?

Thanks for all of your help. Another question for the forum: Do you guys prefer the look and feel of the Monster to other Ducati motorcycles? Or do you consider them "gateways" to other motorcycles. I really, really like my 696, but I have aspirations of owning an 848 one day (within a year?). Didn't know if I should plan on keeping my Monster or sell it when the time comes. They're dramatically different rides, aren't they?

Anyone been on an 848? I've never ridden one myself. I understand the geometry is very different, but what does it ride like?

What do you use your bike for? Weekend riding or commuting? Or both? Do you feel like the monster has the features/performance you need or do you want something more? Do you feel like your skill level is capable of a more powerful bike?

My monster might not have a ton of power, but it's completely unique and is fun as hell taking it up in the hills for a weekend ride, but also has the power/torque range that makes it good for daily riding and around town.

I think most people think that the more power=better bike. Not true. I think a lot of people think person on fast bike=experienced rider. Also not true. Get the bike that fits your style and your riding ability.

Daily, I see a dozen "fast" bikes rolling around town ridden by 19 yearold kids with little riding experience. Consequently, I always see news articles on young kids killed on bikes due to excessive speed. None of these bikes make me turn my head and drool.... But when I see that "different" bike I will stretch my neck to check it out.

I wouldn't give up my 696 for an 848..... But maybe one day I'll hbe both.

Monsters and Superbikes are very different rides. As DoWorkSon said, it comes down to your needs and preferences. If you like riding the back roads and twisties, like I do, than you won't do better than a Monster or Hypermotard. SBKs have much better high-speed stability, wind protection, and power but don't change directions instantly like a Monster (less 'flickable'). Also, my SBK hates going slower than 50 mph (and gets crazy-hot in the summer if you're going slow) and is generally uncomfortable to ride compared to the Monster. It's meant for one thing: going really fast, preferably around a track. When I bought my 1198s I kept my 696 because it's a better tool in certain scenarios. Of course, now that I'm used to 170 hp and nearly 100 lb of torque on my 1198s I really want to upgrade the 696 to an 1100.  [evil]  If you can only have one bike, the Streetfighter strikes an interesting balance between the two, though I would content the Monster is still better at carving up the twisties.

In stock color, to ny took 4 days

You did notice the name of this forum on your way in, right? 

So I rode an 1198 for an entire day, which made me appreciate my Monster all over again. Sure, those superbikes look pretty, but I'll take my Monster any day of the week over it. I can see what their appeal is; they're super fast, super torquey, but I would rather have less and be more comfortable. Plus, I think I'd kill myself on that thing.

Anyway, I'm looking at upgrades and wanted to ask the knowledgeable about my clutch and clutch housing, etc. The 1198 shifted so much easier than my Monster, but I can't tell if it's just smoother in general or if there's something that made it that way. I'll show you a picture here: can you tell if there was a mod done that would have made it smoother? If not, how can I do that?

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/Iphone090.jpg?t=1304471233)

she bone stock it appears.  painted the stock pressure plate and cut the stock cover - no changes on this side.

So what can I do to make my shifting more smooth? I want to change the cover and add a pressure plate, but is there anything I can do to improve the feel?

not without opening the motor a bit, i'm afraid.

Ahh boo! That sucks.
 
[bang]

i dont have a 696, i have a 796.. but i was wondering how people have mounted cameras on their bikes, ive searched, found on the fork tubes, the trellis, chest mount, boot mount, helmet mount, i dont think suction cups work on a 696-796 tank unless its glossy clear coated, i m also confused with the mounts that attach to the gas cap piece, the newer monsters dont fit in that way, i was thinking of mounting them on the handle bar, but the center piece goes across and probably needs to be trimmed or replaced to use that as a stable mount...

thread jack!

Have you ridden other new ducs? The 796, and 848 that I rode both shifted better then my 696. The tranny seemed much smoother for some reason, and they were both easier to get into neutral. Not sure why?

well i believe the 796 has a modified slipper style clutch, and the 848 has a slipper clutch too? that helps it smooth out surges in power

Yeah, I haven't ridden other new Ducs. Just older Monsters. I don't recall being impressed by their shifting ability. My 696 is a mother f#*ker to shift in to neutral. It's embarrassing, really. I'm sure some people don't think I have any clue what I'm doing when it takes like, 4 tries to get in to neutral.

I believe there was a shifter-related recall, so you might want to check with your dealer to see if that has been done.

Can someone else confirm this?  I have the same problem.

depends on the year.

Anyone know of a good way to get scratches out of plastic or how to replace the plastic display of the speedometer of a 696? I washed it and didn't think my sponge was all that abrasive, but it left light scratch marks that will BOTHER THE HELL OUT OF ME if I don't fix them. Suggestion?

Also, where do I get official Ducati decals for gas tanks? I want to change mine to the older 80's style....

tapeworks

http://www.decal-orations.com/search.php (http://www.decal-orations.com/search.php)

Decal-orations is where I purchased some 80s logos for my helmet. I also plan to replace the factory stickers on the tank with some reflective 80s logos. They take their sweet ass time shipping out orders, but the quality is great. If you use the URL above, just type "Ducati" in the search field......

Cool, thanks gentlemen.

One more question; is it possible to powder coat this part:
(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/Powdercoat.jpg?t=1304652490)

exhaust piece? 

no, it is not adviseable. you can change its color with rattle-can barbeque paint (or higher quality painting systems from VHT i believe)


the best method is to ceramic coat - this is a boost to performance through better scavenging, better for not burning your ass/legs/hands on it, and you can get it in black*

* it will fade slightly and over time may show chips and knicks.

What years were included?

not the most recent, i don't have the information - your local dealer will be able to help. there's a kit you can get with the 2 bolts, plate, and spring - this is internal to the motor again (inside alternator crankcase cover)

Spray barbeque paint? Doesn't sound pretty. I'll just leave them as is, I guess.

You'd be surprised.


Wait till winter and send it off to be ceramic coated.   The front part of the muffler will require dissassembly of the muffler, and that's pretty straightforward but can make you nervous if you haven't done it before.

I installed them, so I should be able to take them off....

Good idea on waiting til Winter, though.

I had mine ceramic coated. Cost $145 to have the entire exhaust coated inside and out. Expected to drop heat by 50 degrees.... Looks good too.

They do chip easy, especially at first because the coating has not cured yet. You have to run the bike a few times to get it hardened.

Someone asked me a good question today, that I didn't know the answer to. Does any of these mods void out the warranty? If my friend has Termis on his Ducati, does that void the warranty. I don't see why it would, but it's possible. Can anyone shed light on that?

My wife bought this monster 696 last week.  Used 09 and 385 miles.  My task:  Lower to 27" make the suspension compliant for her weight (I'm 180 lbs and it is way too firm for me).  Shock spring ordered 70nm.  848 forks coming, but I will take a look at the OEM forks before I put them on the back shelf. Anyone know of better springs for the OEM forks?

Shaved the seat 1" (took 3 trys, still need to make it narrower in front).  Anyway, really like this bike, motor is super!

(http://myweb.cebridge.net/dhanson/monster.jpg)

good purchase, (correct me if im wrong, only rephrasing what ive learned here) they do make a low seat, the front forks are tough, not many options for new springs, the springs are different from each other and only one side has a damper.

where id you get your rear spring? ohlins dealer?

I believe in order for a warranty to be void, they have to show that the modification you did caused the mechanical issue on the bike. So a new exhaust cannot void the warranty if you had an issue with say, the instrument panel. If you were to install a new set of brake calipers, and suddenly you lose all your braking ability, then maybe they can show that the new calipers caused the malfunction.

I had an low oil pressure light click on about a year ago... I was worried that installing the oil cooler had something to do with it, and it would void the warranty. However, the sensor wire had worn through and I guess it was a common replacement part... They covered it no questions asked. They would of had to shown that the oil cooler caused the problem.

A new pic of bike...

Just done:
Ceramic coated exhaust.
Wheel Pin striping
Painted Calipers.
Velocity Stacks

Coming soon:
Ohlins rear shock(spring being powdercoated black as we speak)
New Lower triple
New headlight
PCV tune next weekend
Suspension setup

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That looks really nice DoWorkSon.  Looks like you painted the mesh black.  Nice touch. [thumbsup]

Yes, ohlins dealer.

I ordered a low seat, but no idea when it will come in, so purchased a spare OEM seat to play with so we could get her on the bike sooner.

I used RaceTech spring calculator for 848 (they do not have the 696 listed) rider weight and bike weight of the 696. Got to start some place.  I pulled the forks apart and cut the stock springs to add a piece to some Tiger 1050 (270mm .6kg/mm) springs to make the correct length, much much better.  I just missed the preload so will go back in and add about 3/8" more preload with the topcap locknut on the preload rod (left fork).

Left spring is 485mm the right is 402mm, no biggie, it does not work so I can't mess it up.

This is the left fork.  Spring on top is 696 (485mm), next to it is the Tiger 1050 spring.  I cut about 3/8" longer piece to make the Tiger spring long enough.  I am 185 lbs, does not bottom out even on big bumps hit hard.
(http://myweb.cebridge.net/dhanson/696tiger.jpg)

update:  Static sag = 20mm (probably could use some preload, cut the spring longer by 1/4" or more)
             Rider sag = 35mm  (me @ 185 lbs)  30mm (wife at 135 lbs)  Almost perfect and since I am trying to lower the bike, will not worry about the static sag being on the low side.

Yes and no.   They do not have to prove it beyond a reasonable doubt or anything, just show causal relation - you replaced front calipers or front master and the front brakes go out, they only have to show a fair likelihood of your outside changes causing the failure, and thats a pretty low threshold.  The proof can simply be the relationship of the two items - the one that has failed, and the non-original piece.  Your oil cooler example is 'close' in relationship, but arguably distinct systems - an electronic pressure switch that is related to, but not a part of, the cooling system.   But just because two parts belong to seemingly unrelated systems, if a modification to some system had it operating outside of the design parameters, resulting in other systems attempting to compensate and withstanding additional stress, it could lead to an "unrelated"-looking failure.   

Magnuson-Moss isn't a "free parking" monopoly card for modifying without voiding a warranty. It does not require a manufacturer to prove with conclusive math the exact reason a failure occurred as there are far too many variables in a dynamic system for that to be fair.  Loose relationships are all that is necessary to comply - if a main bearing fails and a person has modified their oil system with a different oil cooler, it will void the warranty for the bearing's replacement as improper cooling would connect the modified oil cooler to the bearing - the owner could then argue that the oil cooler was interchangeable with the original, but would be met with the manufacturer saying "no, its got different specs, even if arguably superior, still different from the as-designed system".  While more and more back-and-forth could result in the modifier being the victor, they'd have lost far more time and money than the outcome could ever be worth. If you do this mod and a wheel bearing freaks out, or a brake caliper cooks itself, its so unrelated they'd be unable to show the relationship as to avoid warranty of the failed part.



Moral of the story is its up to the individual owner to decide how much risk they want to deal with associated with a certain modification. Most modifications won't void warranties, but its also about the relatedness - people mod their mirrors all the time without fear for their warranty - its not going to affect the warranty as it relates to the rest of the bike.

say what?   for her, sure; for you? should be about right - its not supposed to be a barcalounger afterall, and it aint supposed to bottom out on a big bump or else it'd have no place to further compress if on the brakes at the same time and hitting subsequent bumps...

I knew I was gonna get some flak on that statement.  But, really running 31 psi front and 33 psi rear, I would think the forks would be sorta compliant.  I do live in Louisiana, and our roads would not qualify as track quality.

I backed the preload completely off on the shock, then removed the lock ring to go back another 3/16", better, but still very stiff and will unseat you on bumps at speed.  Tried the dampening harder 6 clicks, then softer 12 clicks.

Well, the forks are pretty close, but no good on bumps (could be the rear effecting the feel). 

I realize I may be trying to tame a racehorse sorta for my wife, but I never expected it to be so firm even for me.

without knowing your riding background, are you sure you aren't chasing perhaps the wrong issue?

i see you write that you went harder 6 clicks, then softer 12 clicks, netting 6 softer than original... but why? Whygo harder to begin with if its, in your words, too firm?   is it actually too firm? You were playing with preload in the above, but then also with compression I take it by referring to clicks.   To me, sag looked fine in those above numbers for it to be ridable...

with the forks, have you tried different oils?

i think the other issue is your trying to make a limited adjustable suspension somehow setup for two VERY different riders.

i would say, set it up for the wife... with the rear damper set to mid point or lower.
then plus up on the damper when you ride it, just as I do when riding 2 up

I follow what you guys are saying, but my wife has not ridden YET, too tall she says, so waiting for the rear spring mod to allow some more rider sag and more compliant on bumps.  Not trying to setup for me at all, just happen to be the only way I can tell what is going on is to ride it.

Front now after my spring mods, I think is going to be fine for her.  

Yes, I think the 7.5 weight oil in the forks is now to much since I weakened the springs, so ordered some 5 wt.

I expected the shock to loosen up some on the bumps when I backed off the dampening, maybe I need to go farther, but will wait (not my strong suit, waiting) till I get the spring installed.

P.S.  We have only had the bike for 7 days, and I do play golf, I don't have any of this stuff laying around my house.  The mods may take UPS and me a while.  LOL

Raux, if you're around, can you post a picture of your bike with the S&P Rearsets? I'm like, 5 seconds away from ordering them, but I wanted to see them on a Monster first and your earlier photo in this thread doesn't load.

Thanks a lot...

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Ordered. Thank you.

Next question, Raux. How hard were they to install? I plan on doing them myself, but I didn't know if they require adjustment, or if it's a one for one swap?

I had an early prototype/production so there were 2 minor things.
I forwarded the issues to them so not sure if they've been adjusted.

1. There is a small spacer required on the left side between the case and rearset (the stock has a larger cast in that area, so you will see what i mean when you take it off. I used a small AL spacer about 10mm i think.

2. The mount for the stock rearbrake switch didn't come with a halfheight bolt for mounting. I ended up using a pressure switch instead.

but other than those.. easy install... get a rearstand though or the bike will fall on you when you pull the left side off.

Excellent. Thank you! I should get them in the next week or so. I'll post pictures when I do.

How do you post a photo????

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Got it!! here is mine!
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host the photo online (photobucket, or flickr) or if its already online, right click on it and copy its URL

then come here

when your typing your post, click the photo icon above, bottom row, right below the italics button

this will give you this
"{img} {/img}"
but with [][] isntead

pate the url in there.
{img} your url {/img}"
click post

Went to the local Duc dealer today and was chatting with their master tech for a bit. The tech said that he loved tuning bikes, and said that I should bring my 696 to him once I get my ech reflash in so that he could balance the cylinders and get the ike running perfect. Is this something that's possible on a siemans ecu bike? The dealer doesn't perform reflashes, so they can't tune the maps, so I'm curious how or what they'd do? Any input?

Your tech is talking about balancing the cylinders; throttle synch, co balance between cylinders, maybe adjusting valve clearance and the cam pulleys.  This is separate from computer mapping or flashing.

Thanks. Is the cost/investment in labor time worth it for that?

I would go for it, and being cool with the tech, is always a benefit

What is the cost?

No idea. I was asking more as a generalization. Since my 7500 mile service is going to come up in the next 2 or 3 months maybe I'll just have him do it then.

Solved the shock problem now off to the forks for an oil change and maybe longer preload spacer.

Picked up a used 1100S ohlins, exchanged the mount to keep it low and installed the 70n/mm spring I found for my wife (she is 130 lbs).  Perfect dampening and much more adjustable than the OEM Sachs.  Removing the 130n/mm spring that is stock on the 1100S about trashed my spring compressor tho.

Thanks for the combined help so far, this forum has some good tech info.

Oh, neutral light was off and on in all gears.  I purchased the micro switch, took me 5 hours to install, fixed.  Anyone wanting to tackle this fix, I can help.   ;D

good to know. nice work, who sells Ohlins though..... used? good find.

Yeah, came off a wrecked 1100s with 5200 miles.  New DU737 is $594, very nice upgrade.  I am sure the OEM spring on the 1100 will be too stiff for the 696 tho even if you are a BIG guy!  The 1100 must have a longer swingarm (SSS) thus more leverage or different angle for the shock thus the heavier spring??

I got this waiting to be installed on my 696 once I get my ecu back from the reflash and the dyno tuner finishes up...

(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/bsurjan/028.jpg)

Im hoping it will make a nice difference

Took a gamble and bought the Ducati Performance lower engine cowl.  I'm glad I did.  It improves the appearance of the bike, especially from the side view as it fills out the front lower area of the motor (which I thought looked kinda off).

(http://i180.photobucket.com/albums/x267/Povidius/Monster2.jpg)

Just posted in the DanMoto thread, but figured I'd share here too.

Here's my 696 with the DanMoto CF exhaust, Low seat, integrated tail light, and the Electraeon throttle cam. Since these pics I've also added some new levers. I have both the Dark & Blue skins for my bike, so here are pics of both colors....
(http://gallery.me.com/chrishargrove/100097/BlueHDRMonster/web.jpg)
(http://gallery.me.com/chrishargrove/100097/BlackHDRMonster2/web.jpg)
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nice blue

no tail chop?

I think the long tail goes well with the length of the cans

I like the tail chop look, but I ride rain or shine, hot or cold so I am waffling between doing it and not doing it. Having a muddy racing stripe down my back after my ride into work on a damp day would suck.  This year I do plan to chop the cans 4-5 inches and ceramic coat everything, I think shorter cans will look much better.

If you are keeping the long tail, I think the long cans look better.

+1

Looks like I am done modding the 696.  My wife started on the S40, then the new Ninja 250, then F650GS twin.  Put over 13,000 miles on the GS.

She is more than thrilled with the 696 now, says it gives her lots of confidence as it does everything she asks of it.
Major changes include, 70n/mm spring, many changes and trials with the OEM forks including Tiger 1050 springs and 5wt oil and much testing on scales with zipties to get both forks the same.

Ohlins 1100s shock, DP low seat 20mm lower.  48t rear sprocket with 110 link chain.

Result in 28" seat height plus her tourmaster boots have 1" sole added.  Thanks for all the help and tips on this forum.

So I ended up going with the Rizoma rearsets - even after I actually BOUGHT the S&P's and waited over two weeks to get a "What color did you want?" instead of the damn product (cancelled). I had a little snafu with my tank covers (I made a mistake with my tankslapper kit)....so I ended up having them professionally repainted gloss black. I threw the retro 80's decals on, too. Making a lot of changes! I ALSO put some bar end mirrors on ($30 cheap ones) to see if I liked the look better. I do. Might invest in a decent set now.

I'll post pictures once I get the rearsets on. 

Next up: Carbon front wheel cover + Pazzo levers.

Hs anyone that's had their  ecu reflashed noticed any strange behavior with their bikes at extremely small throttle amounts? My bike doesn't seem to look minuscule amounts of throttle anymore. Cruising around neighborhoods in my area at 25 mph the bike will just hit a wall where it slows down to 20mph or so and then it will go back to 25 and so and seems to surge a little. Does the same thing but slightly less at higher speeds. It's never done this with the stock ecu.

Here's my baby with the new gloss paint and sticker. Notice that I've also changed out the mirrors, too. Anyone have any recommendations for a nice pair of bar end mirrors that I can replace these with? They're cheap and I don't really like the cheap "look".
(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/Iphone051.jpg)

I'm having the Rizoma Rearsets installed next week. Should look nice!

Looking at painting the headlight black, levers, and some more CF soon.

I love this bike.

The TPS may need to be reset due to the flash, I'm not sure.  Anyway, it is easy enough to do on a 696.  Turn the ignition on and off quickly three times without touching the throttle.

I have done the key on/off thing several times and still the same thing. Annoying. Can the dealer reset it in some other way, or is there something else I can maybe try?

you're running the pods right?

your may have to check if things are sync'd now that you are using a different setup then the stock maps.

either that or it's dyno time.

no paint on the front fender?

I decided that I didn't want to do pods yet, so I'm running an MWR filter. I'm wondering if maybe my electraeon throttle cam / throttle cable adjustment is preventing the tps from resetting? Maybe the ecu thinks that the throttle is being applied because it's too taut?

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Whats with Monster owners liking Mini's? I saw two on the first page in the background.

Also, is there a way to make threads like this a sticky so I can see them at the top regardless of their activity?

Gonna go CF for the front fender. Bring all the little CF bits together.

Did a forum search for this and haven't found anything, but I wanted to see if anyone has had any problems with their seat not locking? For some reason, no matter what I do, the catch won't keep my seat in place. I've tried messing with the cable, but it's not that the catch doesn't come out enough to grab it, it just doesn't seem to lock in place. Can anyone help? Am I just a dumbass and can't figure out the easy solution?

Thanks in advance.

I always line mine up and then give it a good downward smack on the rear portion to lock it in place.

Did a quick install today of new ohlins shock..

Side by side
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Installed...
(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/bsurjan/011-11.jpg)

Remind me what the clevis is for on the bottom of the Ohlins... I don't have a 696-1100 nor do I have a parts diagram in front of me currently.

It comes off- the one in the picture is actually from the stock shock as it is how it mounts to the frame.

So for my apparent tps issue I have pulled the throttle cable out of the cam and tried several procedures to try to reset the tps all to no avail. I turned the key on and off quick enough that it didn't disrupt the start up procedure, I've tried turning it slower so that it didn't get through the full start up, and I've tried letting it go through the full start up key on/off and the bike is still acting strange at low speeds / low throttle conditions. It surges badly and feels dangerous.

Any ideas?

list your mods again.

Drunken Monkey
mitt

is tuesday a drinking night down under?

MWR filter
Danmoto slipons
Reflashed ecu
Electraeon throttle cam

make sure your throttle cable is the proper length and tension, and  that it's not pulling on the new cam under '0' throttle

I removed the throttle cable from the cam entirely and tried resetting the tps with different variations of the key on/off the other day and it didnt seem to change anything which tells me that I need to do something else. I'll call the dealer today to see what they say.

I have picked up so many ideas/tips from this thread in the last month - thank you!!

My 696 as it currently sits. Has an evotech tail kit, termignoni's, emissions canister gone, NA light spacer removed. My sliders are waiting in calgary. To do list is levers, rear sets, and mirrors for sure but I'm out of money until the winter now haha! I'd also like to get a second set of plastics eventually as well. Maybe the black/gold. Also planning to powder coat those metal exhaust cover pieces black over winter as well.

I do a lot of rain riding, and the amount of water that ends up on the seat is getting frustrating, so I'm trying to come up with some ideas for what I could pop onto the bottom of the plate in the rain to stop that issue - like a piece of plastic extending straight out a short distance. Or I'll just live with it, it's worth it!

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nice bike

remove reflectors?

+1

...also ditch stock mirrors.

Been leaving the reflectors for now because cops are sticky about them here, I don't really have the spare cash to pay the fine if I get caught. Checking out mirrors, but all my free cash is going into mini roadracing at the moment haha - and the DUC Western Canada trip next week.

Took an 1100 evo out for a demo today. Loooooooove!

read your local laws. if it's just a reflective piece of material a certain size and not specific about colors or shape, there are lots of options.

They are specific about color and location in this province, but not shape (thus the red tape). I can probably take the yellow fork reflectors off and use tape instead. It looked like they were attached pretty solid though - how have you guys gotten them off?

huh? drinking has special nights??

Updated pic:

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/iPhone016.jpg)

Also, I bought some knock-off levers on eBay and will have a review for them up soon. Short review: well worth the $59.99 that I spent.

Also, a side note worth mentioning, I've only had my Leo Vince LV-One's for about 3 months now and they're already yellowing pretty badly. I've gone through the channels to get Leo Vince's attention, but they seem to be dragging their feet on a replacement. I've NEVER used any sort of solvents and only wash them with water (let's face it, they don't get that dirty). Anyone else have this issue with the LV's? I'm pretty disappointed that A) they've yellowed so much and B) that Leo Vince is dragging their feet (already outright denied once already) with the replacement of these things. I didn't spend $700+ on them to have their quality degrade so much in three months....

Grr!

So I bought these bad boys from Dragon Racing Pro Shop or hkdrpro on eBay and they're WAY better than I expected. With a little tightening, they don't wiggle at all. The metal is high quality, construction just feels first class. I can't tell the difference between these and my buddy's PAZZO's. Seriously. They Pazzo's might be a bit lighter, but the quality feels very similar. Best part, they're only $59.99 + $5 shipping. I'm SUPER impressed with them. If you have any questions, let me know. I'm a happy customer.

(http://i1176.photobucket.com/albums/x340/Bobby_Honaker/iPhone013.jpg)

Are those stock front forks? That is pretty low in the front on the triple if they are.

Just installed Xcetnrik Performance belly pan today... I know I know, its not naked... But it cleans up the bottom and looks more aggressive

Still waiting on(hurry up bellissimoto  ;))

CNC fork clamps
New headlight bracket
Driven Rear sprocket

(http://i688.photobucket.com/albums/vv250/bsurjan/008-6.jpg)

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Before/After

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dam doworkson

that timing belt cover looks awesome. mind if I ask who made it?

also, do you remember what size (mm) mounting brackets you got from XPO Streetfighter? I got 50mm (same bike 696) and am worried I should have gotten 54.

Rizoma makes them

nice mod

also, do you remember what size (mm) mounting brackets you got from XPO Streetfighter? I got 50mm (same bike 696) and am worried I should have gotten 54.

I am doing a dual headlight conversion btw

dowork, looking good man. :)

The 50mm clamps MAY fit in some spots on fork, but might be too small  :-\   If I remember correctly the area where brackets mount are 53/54mm- and that is on stock forks- he is running SBK forks off an 848 I believe...

ehhh shit I'm bummed out. I'll try to order the other mounting kit just in case. I'll be sure to mention you and DoWorkSon when I catalogue this mod in a new thread. You guys have been nothing but a huge help and a good motivating factor. Thanks

Looks sweet.  I was concerned about how it looks with the radiator cover missing.  I don't have an oil cooler like yours though.  I'm going to have to pick one up soon though.

Can't recall off the top of my head, but I really was not happy with xpo's brackets and fork clamps. The fork clamps are plastic and I've cracked two sets trying to get them tight on the forks. the brackets were way too long and I had to cut them down and re powder coat them. I would seriously consider a different way to mount the light than xpo's clamps, they were shit.

I've since ordered a set of Cnc fork clamps and a headlight bracket from bellisimoto. Been waiting on them for awhile so I dont know what the deal is.

take a look at LSL also

anyone know if the fork bottoms from a hyper would fit on oem 696 forks? if so, would i have to modify axle spacers or anything?

check the number of bolts on the HM brakes. 5 is a differnt offset than your 696.

also, i think the rotors are 300 not 320 on the HM also meaning a no fit

ideally, I want to keep my front wheel & brake setup. I just want the HM front fender  ;D

i think the side panels will fit, just not the top. i thought about it the other day.

thanks DWS. I'll have to see when they arrive. At any rate, I called back and changed the brackets to the 54mm ones. I'll try to make due with what I got.

Hi all,

I have to sell my baby. Some shit hit the fan with my marriage and I'm getting the make the beast with two backs out and need the money. Asking $8k. Let me know if anyone you know is interested. Pics are on page 23, I believe.

Thanks,
DevildogFF

DoWorkSon,

Do you have one of the early 09's with the grey/black swingarm? I do and it bugs the shit out of me. I'd love to have it pc'd black...

You bike really came together man. I love it.

I think I want your headlight and not a dual setup. I remember you mentioning you might want to sell. I'd take it off your hands if so.

If not, it was xpoststreetfighter for that 7" round headlight right?

You might try posting here:
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?PHPSESSID=bsc2deh4iqmget8qsv77jibi34;www;board=9 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?PHPSESSID=bsc2deh4iqmget8qsv77jibi34;www;board=9)

Thanks!

Yep, it's the gray/black one... If I decide not to do any type of engine mods this winter I might either 1. Pc it black 2. Swap for 1100 swingarm 3. Try to develop my own SSS somehow

I did get the headlight from xpo. I'm gonna keep the single for now. If you go with the setup from xpo, I would recommend a different company for the brackets/fork clamps. xpo's fork clamps are cheap plastic and snap. The headlight brackets were too long and had to be cut down. I have a set of Cnc fork clamps and an oem bracket on order from bellisimoto as we speak.

As far as the headligt

hte  best idea for a swing arm I can think of is a MH900e

+1  I would love to tackle that, but would need a good amount of modification/welding to fit...but would definitely look tits.

don't think as much as you think. the MH900 has about the same shock location as the 696

DWS, are you happy with the head lamp itself? I just got my dual light setup and can't wait to install it.

That belly pan really cleans up the aesthetics. But in a way, it makes the bike look like a giant, menacing  army ant waiting to chew up anything in front of it.

is the exhaust annoyingly loud? how much louder than stock? i love the clean up, empty rear look.

I own the same thing.

See Here: http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=40752.msg727214#msg727214 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=40752.msg727214#msg727214)

I'll put it frankly, IT's make the beast with two backsING LOUD. You will need earplugs or you will be deaf. I have dB readings in my thread.

I made a baffle that dropped the volume significantly. I can now ride without earplugs and not get a headache.

Yeah that cheap baffle on the Rodan box is easy and makes a HUGE difference but still sounds great.

Thought I would revive this thread . Here is my 10' 696

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Some of the mods:

Anodized fully adjustable show forks from m1100
Tinted wind shield,
Rizoma bars, bar risers, mirrors, handle grip
Adjustable levers
xcentrix performance belly pan
ceramic coated headers and midpipe,
powder coat rearsets, pipe tail, front headlight bracket
t-rex racing frame slider
cf termi
14t sprocket
piaa horns
dp tail chop
integrated tail light
touring seat


Future mods:
Rear sets
ceramic coat clutch cover matte black with "ducati" in red.( there isnt any cool clutch cover for wet clutches)
ohlins rear shock.

Looking good!

The front end looks  especially  bad ass.  [thumbsup].  except for those spacers still in your turn signal stalks   :)

Nice Boat.  ;)

the m1100s had the ohlins suspension... if they were adjustable showas they are from an 1100 or 1100 evo, but i think the evo had the marzochi shocks up front

You cant really see but one boat on the right side has jolly rogers flag , I was trying to get that too but wind was blowing in all direction. May b next time

And forks are off of m1100, makes a huge difference on riding.