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Title: Wow MH900E! Post by: RavnMonster on July 10, 2009, 04:16:12 AM Ok so i'm pretty new to the whole Ducati scene. I just started riding a few years ago to begin with. I'm on the internet last night and I come across the MH900E. I read all about it and its limited production run. That is a beautiful bike. I've been thinking of getting something else to compliment the Monster and a sport classic is an option. I also thought about swapping for a SF S. But after seeing that MH, I know what I want.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Porsche Monkey on July 10, 2009, 04:54:38 AM Beautiful bikes. Would like one myself.
http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15970.0 (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=15970.0) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DarkStaR on July 10, 2009, 05:12:01 AM (http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/images/mhtt/foto/01.jpg)
http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml (http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml) 299lbs 130hp 98 ft-lbs tq [bacon] [bacon] [bacon] Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: red baron on July 10, 2009, 05:27:12 AM Even less fair to post a Ti framed NCR. 8)
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Travman on July 10, 2009, 05:27:19 AM It is fun to discover a cool bike that you hadn't previously known about.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DarkStaR on July 10, 2009, 05:31:45 AM Even less fair to post a Ti framed NCR. 8) I picked up that Ti fame at MotoGP, and it's unbelievable how f'n light that thing is. :o WANTS!!! Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: asus on July 10, 2009, 06:09:22 AM Yes, they are a beautiful bike....and this one is really loud ;D
Ducati MH900 evoluzione (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q21_fJqPCOA#normal) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: LA on July 10, 2009, 06:41:00 AM (http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/images/mhtt/foto/01.jpg) http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml (http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml) Yessir, Mike The Bike has been a real hero of mine since the 60's. When he won the TT after swearing off for so long I was ecstatic. In 1978 Mike made his famous 'Come-Back' to the Isle of Man. Mike won the Formula 1 race at 38 years old on the Sports Motorcycle's Ducati and truly stamped his mark on the world of motorcycle racing as 'The Best That Ever Lived'. I'm biased here. That he got killed in a street car leaving a race breaks my mind. The MH 900 evoluzione was an overpriced POS in my book and the original was a work of art. I had two friends buy em for "an investment". What does the new one cost? 11ty billion euros? I'd sell your soul and the ducatimonsterforum to have one. That's the real deal IMHO;D Update: I've just been informed by a more well informed member of our group the I'm incorrect on Hailwood's demise. he was killed by a drunken shitbag truck driver as he went to pick up the family dinner from a restaurant in the suburbs of Birmingham. Oh yea, I apologize to owners of the MH 900 evoluzione, that POS comment was a little offensive. Sorry. [bow_down] LA Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: yotogi on July 10, 2009, 07:49:16 AM What does the new one cost? 11ty billion euros? I'd sell your soul and the ducatimonsterforum to have one. That's the real deal IMHO;D That real deal will set you back $130,000US. Check all the info out, amazing! http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml (http://www.ncrfactory.com/eng/html/21.00.shtml) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: MadDuck on July 10, 2009, 07:52:33 AM I had a poster of Hailwood swooping into a left hander fully cranked over on a Honda 250cc 6 cylinder. I lost that poster long ago but the picture remains firmly planted in my mind. Mike the Bike. John Surtees. Heros from a different time.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: fastwin on July 10, 2009, 10:07:22 AM I've got an 1982 Hailwood Replica. It's currently not running and lives in a storage building. I know... it's a sin. [bang]
The story goes that Hailwood and his young daughter were on a fish and chips run and he spun the car purposely into the lorry so the impact would be on his side, hopefully saving his little girl. Sadly they both perished. Awful way for both of them to go. I have a large, framed poster of him on the winning IOM bike above my workbench in my garage. It makes the garage! Just wish he was around to sign it... Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DoubleEagle on July 10, 2009, 01:14:49 PM I too love the looks of the MH900E.
I have a friend I told about how I'd like to someday have one . He said although they are beautiful to look at , they are crap as far as a bike that is reliable and functional on a daily basis. Bummed me out to hear that. I trust my friend. He has been around Ducatis a lot of years. Dolph :) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Privateer on July 10, 2009, 03:00:19 PM a sport classic is an option. I also thought about swapping for a SF S. But after seeing that MH, I know what I want. make sure you ride one first. Those of less generously proportioned in the arms and spine area consider it a torture rack. At least I did. YMMV. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Speedbag on July 10, 2009, 05:10:23 PM Yes, they are a beautiful bike....and this one is really loud ;D Ducati MH900 evoluzione (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q21_fJqPCOA#normal) Yeah, baby. [thumbsup] Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: ducsport on July 11, 2009, 03:02:32 AM +1 on loving the MH900e. I reckon they are just beuatiful. Best design from Pierre Terblanche. Then again, I am biassed 'cause I have a Terblanche styled supersport. Lots of people don't like either bike (the MH or the later model supersports) but I luv 'em.
"That which we call a rose..." ducsport Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Bill in OKC on July 11, 2009, 03:29:14 AM (http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc190/stankbone/Miller%202009/IMG_0780.jpg)
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: GregP on July 11, 2009, 04:12:57 AM I too love the looks of the MH900E. I have a friend I told about how I'd like to someday have one . He said although they are beautiful to look at , they are crap as far as a bike that is reliable and functional on a daily basis. Bummed me out to hear that. I trust my friend. He has been around Ducatis a lot of years. Dolph :) I'll second this thought. Really bargin basement suspension and a history of being a poor performer (mechanically). I'm not really versed in the why's and what's as it has a air the cooled 900, which is solid otherwise, but I've never heard anything positive abouth the bike. Other than she's a beauty. Do your research before you buy. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Bun-bun on July 11, 2009, 04:55:25 AM Owner of the local BMW dealership has one.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3083/2807878714_7c9b5f053c.jpg) (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3183/2806578580_d20826a054.jpg) (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3019/2805734531_326f30da05.jpg) He says it's a torture device disguised as a motorcycle. [laugh] If I had the $$, I'd buy one and set it in my den as art. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: junior varsity on July 11, 2009, 05:04:58 AM The only negative i've heard was electronics, and that it was a joy to ride. i'd sell my pinky toe for one. i can figure out the electronics.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: fastwin on July 11, 2009, 06:57:28 AM (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3183/2806578580_d20826a054.jpg) Forget the Duc! I want that early R90S in the background!!! Love those R90S bikes!!! Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: weemonster on July 11, 2009, 07:24:29 AM The original hailwood rep would be my choice even those go for silly money now but not as much as an MHE.
here in the UK there are 3 MHE's for sale on biketrader and they are all 11-12K with 0-3k miles. To put it into perspective. 12k here buys a new 1098 or a streetfighter. would also get you a used 1098 tricolore. or a choice of 3 999R's or my personal choice a 996RS. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Scottish on July 11, 2009, 07:41:23 AM I always thought they were good looking bikes(the replicas) until one day I noticed the fake sump bolt to the bottom of the engine. I gotta say that REALLY turned me off the bike. It's like bolting cooling fins on a liquid cooled bike to get the right "look".
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: RavnMonster on July 11, 2009, 11:30:05 AM Wow after reading all this maybe I should get a sport classic 1000 instead. I certainly dont want a bike I cant ride. Maybe ill just put a poster of one up in my garage.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Rameses on July 13, 2009, 12:09:58 AM ...until one day I noticed the fake sump bolt to the bottom of the engine. Wait, what? Can you provide some more info on this?? Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DarkStaR on July 13, 2009, 05:40:06 AM Wait, what? Can you provide some more info on this?? I thinks he's talking about the big decorative piece that bolts to the bottom of the motor? Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DrDesmo on July 13, 2009, 08:35:50 AM What's up with the non adjustable forks? :(
Adam Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Scottish on July 13, 2009, 09:12:27 AM I thinks he's talking about the big decorative piece that bolts to the bottom of the motor? Sorry I may have confused you. I meant bolted not bolt this is the piece I'm talking about.(http://i219.photobucket.com/albums/cc260/WannaDucBad/motorcycles/MH900.jpg) It's nothing but a huge hunk of weight bolted there for no other reason than to get the "look" right. Waste of raw material IMO. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: roy-nexus-6 on July 13, 2009, 02:40:20 PM I had a poster of Hailwood swooping into a left hander fully cranked over on a Honda 250cc 6 cylinder. I lost that poster long ago but the picture remains firmly planted in my mind. Mike the Bike. John Surtees. Heros from a different time. Would this be the poster? (http://www.newera-motorcycle-restorations.co.uk/SCANS/Gallery2.jpg) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: caboteria on July 15, 2009, 03:31:00 AM An older italian guy, probably in his 60's, was riding one of these at the NEDOC track day yesterday. He was going pretty good. Nice to see one being ridden, I think it's a shame to put any Duc on a pedestal.
Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: corey on July 15, 2009, 04:24:07 AM there's a couple up for sale on fleabay right now.
one has the DP carbon-dream kit on it. pretty sharp. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Scottish on July 15, 2009, 03:42:54 PM An older italian guy, probably in his 60's, was riding one of these at the NEDOC track day yesterday. He was going pretty good. Nice to see one being ridden, I think it's a shame to put any Duc on a pedestal. +1 as art they are best viewed in motion to truely appreciate the nuiances, blah, blah, fancy art talk. [laugh]Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: MonsterMan1036 on July 20, 2009, 09:01:01 AM Found an awesome example for sale at Mid-Ohio this weekend for sale, for you:
-It has some sweet graphics -Comes with it's own hauling vehicle -Looks to be well taken care of -Even got a phone number for you [roll] [bang] :-X :o (http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Midohio/MH1.jpg) (http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Midohio/MH2.jpg) (http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Midohio/MH3.jpg) (http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Midohio/MH4.jpg) (http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c271/billybongthorten/Midohio/MH5.jpg) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: corey on July 20, 2009, 09:04:01 AM bullet-hole decals...
classy. Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: Duc and Cover on July 20, 2009, 09:44:47 AM Battley Cycles in MD has had one on their used showroom floor for over a year now.
http://www.battley.com/pre_owned_detail.asp?sid=01871607X7K20K2009J1I39I20JPMQ246R0&veh=582698 (http://www.battley.com/pre_owned_detail.asp?sid=01871607X7K20K2009J1I39I20JPMQ246R0&veh=582698) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: corey on July 20, 2009, 10:01:26 AM Battley Cycles in MD has had one on their used showroom floor for over a year now. http://www.battley.com/pre_owned_detail.asp?sid=01871607X7K20K2009J1I39I20JPMQ246R0&veh=582698 (http://www.battley.com/pre_owned_detail.asp?sid=01871607X7K20K2009J1I39I20JPMQ246R0&veh=582698) hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. anyone wanna buy an s2r800 with loads of goodies? Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: krista on July 21, 2009, 08:56:17 PM I had one for a few years....
(http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/gallery/index.php?displaypic=bikes%2Fmh900e%2Fmh900e_fwd_500.jpg) Click for a gallery of pics. (http://www.ca-cycleworks.com/gallery/index.php?dir=bikes%2Fmh900e%2F) (http://pics.livejournal.com/ca_cycleworks/pic/0000k6w4/t9678z) And another gallery of pics from when my MH900e was at the track. (http://pics.livejournal.com/ca_cycleworks) Title: Re: Wow MH900E! Post by: DucHead on July 22, 2009, 02:46:43 AM Man, I'd love to have one of those...maybe someday. :-\
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