Ive been jizzing over one for a while. can anyone tell me how the ergos the bike is compared to the monster? it looks way more comfortable for 2 up riding, and sportier for weekend + track rides.
Just fancying the idea of having a 1000SS instead of a monster. they look like such sweet bikes!!!
They are closer to superbike ergos than Monsters. Clip ons are stock. More comfort for the passenger on one of those than a superbike.
This is the SS that I am lusting over. Now if they would only build the damn thing...
(http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z53/b_upton/Moto/011209top.jpg)
the first thing i would change on that is the black lower part would become the exhaust. I don't like the high sbk copy. it needs to be more unique.
Another local DMFer (that also works for AMS) is building up an air cooled motor (900cc I think...) and already has a Tamburini rolling frame to mount it in. Can't remember if it's a 916, 996 or 998 but I guess it doesn't really matter. Sounds like a neat project. Can't wait to see it. [moto] [thumbsup]
There are a few 90's era 900 Supersports running around this area. Maybe one of them will chime in. They are a good bang for the buck.
I had a Terblanche 750 SS as a trackbike.
They crash well and if you stay in the smaller displacements they are cheap on fuel and tires.
They are a better choice for the track than the Monster IMO, but have much more aggressive riding position so if it will be your street bike too...
stick with the Monster.
Quote from: ducpainter on August 22, 2010, 08:24:43 AM
stick with the Monster.
It`s a monster forum after all [evil] ;D
Quote from: Big Troubled Bear on August 22, 2010, 09:14:07 AM
It`s a monster forum after all [evil] ;D
There's that...
but I really think the Monster is a great street bike.
(http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa91/chiflado/Ducshop002-2.jpg)
(http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa91/chiflado/Ducshop001-2.jpg)
paging ducatiz...
That is one super cool sled! All the groovy SBK look and running gear but with 2 valve air cooled motor. Wonder if Ducati ever seriously considered a bike like that? Yeah, I know all about the full fairing Supersports... but a DS1000 motored SBK. Nah.... I'm holding out for the Supermono street bike!!! [thumbsup] [moto] [bow_down] [bacon]
The mosnters awesome for the street but it SUCKS for 2 up riding. I have another thread about a new seat but ultimately my monster cannot carry anything.
I would trade in some street comfort if i could get some more passenger comfort. I already have clip ons so its not like the SS would be that much worst. As long as it isnt SBK bad because thats pretty bad.
I have an SS for the track. Have never ridden it on the street.
The local shop has a '95 900SS for $4k
I got my 2000 900SS for 4k. The older ones aren't expensive ~
JM
ideally, id get a 1000SS.
but theres a lot of 2000 900ss thats are going for 4k like you said. Im just wondering if it would be worth it for me to trade my monster for one. ive never had a chance to ride one.
Quote from: He Man on August 23, 2010, 12:37:40 PM
The mosnters awesome for the street but it SUCKS for 2 up riding. I have another thread about a new seat but ultimately my monster cannot carry anything.
I would trade in some street comfort if i could get some more passenger comfort. I already have clip ons so its not like the SS would be that much worst. As long as it isnt SBK bad because thats pretty bad.
What is your suspension like?
My bike is not bad 2 up...
although the wife got tired of punching me in the ribs years ago... ;D
Why do you think an SS would be better for 2 up?
Quote from: ducpainter on August 23, 2010, 05:14:14 PM
Why do you think an SS would be better for 2 up?
They must have had a confusion between the SS & the ST ;)
much larger seat area since its flat and wide. THe Monster kinda has a drop off feeling and theres just no support for the tailbone.
I rode 2 up ( i rode pregnant dog) on the back of an older 1991 CBR600 and its super comfortable, i can sit up on the highway and move left and right. The SV650 is the same way.
Im running a .90kg spring w racetech valuves up front, and a ohlins 542lb spring in the rear. Im 145lbs.
THe forks are a bit stiff for the street, but 2 up they are butter smooth. the rear i think is too stiff for the street, perfect for 2 up and perfect for the track. I dont know how it would be like to go up or down for hte rear spring.
Over on the ducati.ms forum there is a regular poster who reckons his SS1000DS makes a great two-up sport-tourer.
I think he lives in the alps in Europe though.
You could track him down through this post (http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showpost.php?p=890091&postcount=132) if you wanted more info.
Yes I know it's VS [roll].
I've done some miles on the Terblanche 900SS. Thought the riding position nicely thought out and quite comfy. Sweet steering.
If you're riding 2 up, you might want to changed the spring. I'm doing this with my Monster.
Quote from: duccarlos on August 25, 2010, 04:43:58 AM
If you're riding 2 up, you might want to changed the spring. I'm doing this with my Monster.
how much heavier do you think i should go? i already feel like its too stiff for the street
I can say my wife prefers the SS over the Monster 2-up because the seat is better suited. Both are stock. He Man - Next time you find yourself in the NC mountains, you can see what you think of a 900SS ~
JM
Quote from: He Man on August 25, 2010, 06:16:31 AM
how much heavier do you think i should go? i already feel like its too stiff for the street
Do you have the stock spring on there? Remember that when you setup the suspension for your weight, adding another 100+ lbs of passenger will simply compress the back. If you already replaced the spring, then depending on how much 2 up riding you'll be doing, you might want to adjust the back to compensate for that extra weight. In other words, set it up taking into consideration the total weight instead of just yours.