I am not a fan of the "new" Ducati logo and the whole "monster" name. Since things were slow at work today I did stuff other than work, like print out decals I actually like.
What do you think of this look? Keep in mind these were just taped on rather unprofessionally by me, it's ok to say you don't like the look.
I would ultimately like to have the decals removed from the tank and replace them with a larger version of the elephant logo only, no "MONSTER" under it. I thought I would start with the tail cover since it would be easy to do.
Submitted for your approval..........................
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/mhanis-colt/DSC_2736.jpg)
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/mhanis-colt/DSC_2737.jpg)
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/mhanis-colt/DSC_2738.jpg)
Opinions please..............
If I'm not mistaken, Cagiva doesn't have anything to do with the new monster anymore, right? If it's true, why fake it? I do like the "DESMO" though, but the elephant seems out of place to me, maybe inline with the "DUCATI" logos? I was planning to draw up an elephant and place the "DU" in DUCATI inside it.
This has always been my favorite logo, that is why I chose the one with the elephant. Not necessarily as a nod to Cagiva, but just because I dig it.
Sound good! I like the cute little elephants allnover my hooligan machine.
I'm not really a fan of the logo, but you can chalk that one up to personal preference; it just seems a little out of place on the new Monster. The bigger issue is that the size and scale of the logos vs. the bike are out of proportion. The logos look too large for the places you are using them so the net affect is that it looks kind of like a logo-ed up race bike.
Quote from: asherrick on November 25, 2010, 08:44:39 AM
I'm not really a fan of the logo, but you can chalk that one up to personal preference; it just seems a little out of place on the new Monster. The bigger issue is that the size and scale of the logos vs. the bike are out of proportion. The logos look too large for the places you are using them so the net affect is that it looks kind of like a logo-ed up race bike.
+1
Stickered-up bikes get on some people's nerves. Bikes plastered with patently inappropriate oversized 'LOOK AT ME!!!' logos are even more annoying so just make sure you can remove them come resale time.
I agree. However, I am a sticker fanatic. I just collect them and store them in a picture binder. To put them on a vehicle is not my taste.
Less is more. Ditch em. ;)
I like these logos, even on this new bike.
But the side ones too big & Ducs not Cagivarelated anymore.
I`d keep the desmo one, as a small hommage to the heritage.
I would ditch the elephant and incorporate the ducati and desmo together, make desmo about 1/4 to 1/2 the size of the ducati logo and put it underneath and starting at the "c"
positioned like this Ducati
Desmo
but closer together
Thanks for everyones input!
Here is another idea; since I know I want to remove the standard ducati and monster logo's on the tank and replace them in the future, I was thinking maybe just doing 2 desmo logos on the side of the seat cover. That way it won't say ducati all over the bike.
I'll change things around tomorrow and post another picture.
take a look at the skins program for some inspiration on what ducati does with different logos
my '80s skins just say Ducati on both sides with no Monster, in the 80's double line script
Would love the find that Desmo in double line for my tail piece though.
less is more though in this case.
the ducati you have there would work for your tank sides
keeping the desmo on the tail like you have would be cool
I would just leave the desmo where it is and get rid of the two ducatis on the side.
How about this??
(http://i261.photobucket.com/albums/ii44/mhanis-colt/DSC_2740copy.jpg)
ditch the elephant and its perfect
If you like the Elephant keep it, but I say +1 to ditching it
move the desmo back to the tail again though. much better as a single in the middle
I dig the elephant, personally. Regardless I think the last shot is spot-on for the location on the rear, and maybe a hair lower and further back on the front (but the angle's right).
Still, hard to tell when I can't see it in person.
I don't no why but I think the elephant blows the cool in it, other than that they look great. I like your avatar even more, Finally one with a deeper meaning I agree with!
wanna cool out your bike? Send it and the title to me and a few grand and I'll see what I can come up with. [laugh] The elphant has gotta go along with all the stuff on the bike you dont need. Less is more when it comes to cool.
I agree with everyone else and respectfully suggest that you dump the elephant.
sigh........but if it's must have item, put it someplace more inconspicuous like near the gas tank filler cap.
my opinion would be to ditch all the stickers. ;D
Nice to have you back, ig,
you haven`t sold your bike, right?
If you like the elephant put in on the front fender, it looks out of place on the tank.
Elephants are heavy, you dont want to add weight to your bike, i suggest a cheetah. to go faster, or a horse for more hp.
I like the '90s' Ducati logo, but I agree with others; Since Cagiva isn't currently involved with Ducati, the elephant should be removed.
Quote from: greenmonster on December 15, 2010, 05:37:57 PM
Nice to have you back, ig,
you haven`t sold your bike, right?
no.. I had an offer but couldn't bring myself to do it. You guys are stuck with me ;D
If you need another challenge....
"We" would like you to come up with a way to make a sticker like this
(to go on the left, just above the turn signals switch)
(http://i329.photobucket.com/albums/l394/stopintime/espresso.jpg)
Quote from: He Man on December 15, 2010, 10:28:32 PM
Elephants are heavy, you dont want to add weight to your bike, i suggest a cheetah. to go faster, or a horse for more hp.
...or that thing that looks like some kind of bird....
[cheeky]