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Title: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: triangleforge on June 12, 2008, 03:14:33 PM The discussion on the main board induced me to take a look; lo and behold, the Duc Truck will be in Phoenix July 4-6 at the Ducati Superstore.
http://www.ducati.com/od/ducatinorthamerica/events/detail.jhtml?eventId=15421 Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: YellowMonster on June 12, 2008, 03:46:03 PM Man, Phoenix in July for demo rides... they need to make sure they know about the weather channel... even though it will be hot I will plan on being there early morning.
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: triangleforge on June 12, 2008, 05:12:28 PM That was my partner's response -- "Honey, that's Phoenix, July, leathers... No thanks. Good thing I'm a girl and can ride all those bikes at Femmoto in the Fall." :-\
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: NAKID on June 12, 2008, 05:20:32 PM Femmoto is in Vegas. Even in the fall, it's still pretty hot. Not July in Phx hot, but hot nonetheless...
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: PragB on June 16, 2008, 08:29:45 AM I'll be there... I still have a smile on my face thinking of the demo I did on a Hypermotard S @ AZSBK... I want to get on one again!!! An 848 would be a nice ride for a comparison to my 675...
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on June 17, 2008, 07:32:25 AM Planning on being there, probably Sunday. Do they sell shorts with knee sliders? ;D
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: YellowMonster on June 17, 2008, 08:37:10 AM Planning on being there, probably Sunday. Do they sell shorts with knee sliders? ;D I am in the process of laying tile in my whole house... those newer knee pads seem pretty strong/comfortable... [laugh] Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on June 25, 2008, 03:58:11 PM Anyone else planning on checking this out?
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: SheMonster on June 25, 2008, 04:12:44 PM David and I might attend. I really would like to check out and ride an 848. [moto] Anyone want to buy a slightly used Triumph?
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on June 25, 2008, 05:03:44 PM David and I might attend. I really would like to check out and ride an 848. [moto] Anyone want to buy a slightly used Triumph? +11ty-billion. Could always trade the Triumph in on a new Duc!?! (I know, I'm a bad influence [evil] ) Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: pennyrobber on June 30, 2008, 01:00:17 PM I think maybe I will be showing up at 9:00am to this little event on Saturday. MAybe after a little south mountain jaunt. Don't know if I will do a test ride but I will definitely grab an espresso and hang out for a bit.
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: NAKID on June 30, 2008, 11:40:51 PM We're having a yardsale on Saturday, maybe Sunday for me...
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on July 03, 2008, 09:40:57 AM (http://cdn-6.psndealer.com/e2/dealersite/images/triumphsuperstore/duc_dem_j4500.jpg)
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: DucDucDave on July 03, 2008, 05:28:00 PM I can't do it Saturday (or Sunday), but I'm planning on about 9am-ish Friday the 4th.
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on July 04, 2008, 04:59:01 PM Went to the shop at 9 am sharp. Got to ride a Monster 696 and an 848! Woot! [thumbsup]
If you're planning on going, get signed up early as the spots and bike choices filled up fast. Pics: Bikes & Truck (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08012sm.jpg) Me getting ready to ride the 696: (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08013sm.jpg) Euskar on the Hypermotard: (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08016sm.jpg) Pretending it's mine: (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08019sm.jpg) (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08029sm.jpg) (http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n85/dietrichpfeifer/DucTruck7-4-08/DucatiDemoTruck7-4-08033sm.jpg) (Thanks for taking pics Dave!) Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: NAKID on July 05, 2008, 04:55:05 PM So, who's going tomorrow? Last two days I was unavailable but tomorrow is looking good.
Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: PragB on July 07, 2008, 11:21:46 AM Not sure if you got to ride the 848 Maureen, but don't be trading anything in just yet... What follows is simply MY opinion:
A. I think you'ld be nuts to try to commute on it, or ride it in traffic in AZ, people complain about heat on the 675, holy crap the 848 was cooking my left inner thigh... B. I know you have had a few Ducs so you're familiar with the feel, but when I left there, the 675 felt as smooth running & shifting as a Japanese bike... the 848, while nowhere near as agriculteral feeling as a Buell, wasn't very smooth running or shifting I just expected it to feel a little more refined... I also rode one of the Sport Classics, that was a very nice bike, if I was looking for a commuter bike in that type of style it'd be between that and a Thruxton... Now the bike I really did enjoy and would overlook any negatives was the S4RS Tricolore... That thing really deserves the title "Monster", my wife hated it (but the heat was really getting to her, she's still not completely well, and I psyched her out talking about the power and stuff) and from what I overheard not many people who rode it liked it, but I absolutely friggin' loved that thing... Unfortunately there is a huge price difference, but I would get one over the Speed Triple any day (if I could afford it, that is)... It was one of the funnest bikes I've ever ridden, the power was phenomenal, awesome brakes, even better than awesome suspension, more comfortable than I would of expected seat... It just fit me like a glove, my knees fit perfectly in the cutouts, the ergos fit me very well... It just clicked with me... If I could have 2 bikes I'd probably still get a KTM Duke 690 to commute on, because I don't need 2 fast bikes... But if money was not a factor that S4RS that they have on display in the showroom would of went home with me... Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: SheMonster on July 07, 2008, 11:42:46 AM David and I went early Sunday and were able to sign up and got our wishes, me on the 848 David on the TriColore S4Rs. I rode the 848, and you are right it is absolutely the most miserable bike ever to ride, the heat issues worse than any I had with the 749 and that was one of the reasons I sold that! When we got back to the dealership after the short demo ride, the entire back of my left leg ankle to upper thigh was burned, much like a 1st degree sunburn. OWWWIIIIEEEE! :'(
David LOVED and I mean LOVED the Tricolore. If we had an extra $16K laying around, he would have went home with one. He also rode the 696 just to see what it was like, and he equated it to riding a dustbuster. :-\ Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: Dietrich on July 07, 2008, 12:08:02 PM Remember, you're not supposed to wear shorts while riding! ATGATT!
I actually thought the 848 was a very sweet machine. Sound (even with stock pipes),suspension, power, clutch, and handling all were great. Very purpose built however. Plus I don't mind not having any more kids. ;) I expected the aggressive ergos, but it would take some getting used to for me coming off the Grandpa's Tractor (GT1000). One of the things that might have swayed me on the 848 was riding the 696 first. I had high hopes that it would be a very fun bike, but that bike needs some work to even be acceptable. Didn't help that the demo was a bit ratty with wooden, squealing brakes, etc. If I didn't know anything about Ducati, and rode that bike as my first example, I would be promptly looking at other brands. Sorry. On another note, if anyone is considering a Sport Classic, take one for a ride! The people coming off the demo GT had great things to say. If you're real serious maybe I can set you up with a ride on mine....but beware, you might be hooked! Title: Re: Duc Truck in PHX - July 4-6 Post by: SheMonster on July 07, 2008, 12:30:39 PM You know, it was only 105 out yesterday ....
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