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Title: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 01:23:12 AM Matty I’m censing that you’re acquiring a taste for a sports classic ???
She will take you places you have never been :-* can i entice you with a ride on the smart one day [cheeky] P.S: I think Super also may have the itch,Ha super ??? ;) (http://www.desmotimes.com/Images/Sport_Classic_1000/sport_classic_1000_1.jpg) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 01:35:38 AM That looks beudyful, I am a man for the classic look.
That's why I went for the Monster in the first place. It does have me thinking about a Sport Classic as a 2nd bike instead of a Superbike. And you can always entice me with a spin on your lovely PS, before or after you change the rubber on it? Hmmmmm, 620 Monster and Classic 1000, nice looking garage. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 01:38:34 AM You can ride it any time you like Matty [thumbsup]
The sports 1000 has plenty of pop.The handeling is up there with the best Ducati's,Its just got that special something ??? Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 01:45:15 AM I like the look of this one in a thread on the main board.
(http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/Motowheelscom/Motowheels%20Sport%20Classic/DSC05487.jpg) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 01:47:19 AM I like the look of this one in a thread on the main board. (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/Motowheelscom/Motowheels%20Sport%20Classic/DSC05487.jpg) Yeh ??? dont like the alloy rims so much ,Its just crying out for spokes :'( But the Zard system looks fully sick [thumbsup] Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 01:53:07 AM How about this one Matty 8)
(http://img527.imageshack.us/img527/8052/tomsportclassic016cw6.jpg) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 02:02:33 AM Hmmmmm me likey likey...... Very 8)
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 02:13:40 AM Here's another couple....
(http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm45/vivaleduc/IMG_2291.jpg) (http://i320.photobucket.com/albums/nn327/supakpow/CIMG0125.jpg) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Spider on August 14, 2008, 02:41:36 AM Matty, weren't you considering a track weapon - I thought a proper go on an 848 was on the cards? or was it a 749?
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 03:39:11 AM Considering a couple of things, track weapon yes but maybe just another bike in the stable also.
Haven't had a good blast on the 848 as yet but the 749 goes for really reasonable money and it will only get better. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: bazz20 on August 14, 2008, 03:46:00 AM Matty I’m censing that you’re acquiring a taste for a sports classic ??? She will take you places you have never been :-* can i entice you with a ride on the smart one day [cheeky] P.S: I think Super also may have the itch,Ha super ??? ;) (http://www.desmotimes.com/Images/Sport_Classic_1000/sport_classic_1000_1.jpg) FARK THATS NICE , MEAN , SHIT IM IN LOVE Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: wraith on August 14, 2008, 03:53:04 AM I like the look of this one in a thread on the main board. (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/Motowheelscom/Motowheels%20Sport%20Classic/DSC05487.jpg) I'll trade in my monster for this one its sweet Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Super T.I.B on August 14, 2008, 01:43:06 PM Matty I’m censing that you’re acquiring a taste for a sports classic ??? She will take you places you have never been :-* can i entice you with a ride on the smart one day [cheeky] P.S: I think Super also may have the itch,Ha super ??? ;) (http://www.desmotimes.com/Images/Sport_Classic_1000/sport_classic_1000_1.jpg) Yep. I'm not liking the route Ducati is taking with the Monster. Sport 1000 is calling me. And that one up^^^there is teh hotness. I love those Zard pipes on it. [thumbsup] Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: dragonworld. on August 14, 2008, 02:31:15 PM Hmmmm, mebbe some reasonable range outa that tank??? [thumbsup] [moto] [clap]
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Betty on August 14, 2008, 02:44:48 PM Hmmmmm, 620 Monster and Classic 1000, nice looking garage. Don't you need a garage first [cheeky] ;D Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 03:57:08 PM I have a hallway and back covered area that will welcome a companion with open airbox....
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 06:24:02 PM Hmmmm, mebbe some reasonable range outa that tank??? [thumbsup] [moto] [clap] Dont hold you breath its the same size as the monster :-[ Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: sydmonster on August 14, 2008, 06:33:29 PM hmm... The few Sport classic owners I know seem to like the looks but not so complementary on the handling & ergonomics.
So.... in light of that comment, all those unhappsy SC owners; let me do you a favour. I will rid you of your burdens, $5 each if you deliver them to my house.... ... I know, I know, im being generous. But after all,... I look after fellow ducatisti. [evil] - Chris Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 08:08:24 PM hmm... The few Sport classic owners I know seem to like the looks but not so complementary on the handling & ergonomics. So.... in light of that comment, all those unhappsy SC owners; let me do you a favour. I will rid you of your burdens, $5 each if you deliver them to my house.... ... I know, I know, im being generous. But after all,... I look after fellow ducatisti. [evil] - Chris The handling is different but that doesn’t make it bad, It has a very stretched out position, not for all. IMO it handles as good as my monster up to a 45km corner, over and above it will sh#t all over the monster including some sports bikes. Again It all comes down to the rider, I have a mate Theo getting 1:48 at the creek on his S/C, now I also have a mate getting 2:15 on his 1098 dose the S/C handle better than a 1098 ??? Not likely, The sports Classic will offer more handling ability than “we” weekend warriors can ask from it, There is more pleasure in riding such a unique machine at you capable pace. After all I didn’t see a bikini girl with a trophy waiting for me at Robertson Pie shop yesterday when I arrive, Did you Matty ??? Most people buy with passion some buy on HP figures. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 14, 2008, 09:47:49 PM Yeah I saw her I think she walked around that big truck as you circled it [cheeky] [cheeky]
As you say some buy with HP in mind but most buy cause they like the look of it. I like the look of the SC naked and if the stretched position isn't good then you can always do as some have done in the posted pictures and drop a set of straight bars on it with bar risers and I'm sure it will change the way it feels. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 14, 2008, 10:10:13 PM Yeah I saw her I think she walked around that big truck as you circled it [cheeky] [cheeky] As you say some buy with HP in mind but most buy cause they like the look of it. I like the look of the SC naked and if the stretched position isn't good then you can always do as some have done in the posted pictures and drop a set of straight bars on it with bar risers and I'm sure it will change the way it feels. True that Matty you can buy a set off bar raisers optional for the 06 The 07 08 models have now a set of bar raisers standard, which brings it inline with the monster position ,But Just one thing Matty you mentioned you would like to have a dry clutch ,Well bad news It was replaced with a wet one in 07 also went to duel sided exhaust and shocks so you will need to find a pre loved or some old stock to have a dry . I know that Fraser’s W/Gong had a yellow 06 with 1200km for sale ride away for 15k not long ago .But I have even seen them for less than 13k on Bike point now that a sport 1000 not a 1000s. to be honest if I hadn’t seen the smart id would have bought a sport 1000 yellow Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: sydmonster on August 15, 2008, 12:38:12 AM The handling is different but that doesn’t make it bad, It has a very stretched out position, not for all. IMO it handles as good as my monster up to a 45km corner, over and above it will sh#t all over the monster including some sports bikes. Again It all comes down to the rider, I have a mate Theo getting 1:48 at the creek on his S/C, now I also have a mate getting 2:15 on his 1098 dose the S/C handle better than a 1098 ??? Not likely, The sports Classic will offer more handling ability than “we” weekend warriors can ask from it, There is more pleasure in riding such a unique machine at you capable pace. After all I didn’t see a bikini girl with a trophy waiting for me at Robertson Pie shop yesterday when I arrive, Did you Matty ??? Most people buy with passion some buy on HP figures. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 15, 2008, 01:04:21 AM soo.. does that mean you wan't $10 for your dock! ;D [bacon] [thumbsup] - Chris Actually mine is not for sale, But there several around ranging from 15k reserve not met to 27k buy it now, so you have many to look at [thumbsup] Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 15, 2008, 01:55:57 AM hmm... The few Sport classic owners I know seem to like the looks but not so complementary on the handling & ergonomics. Chris Do you think this guy has anything to say about handling & ergonomics with his stock suspension and tyres ??? (http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u175/alanthomasmccann/JH4Q8159.jpg) (http://i168.photobucket.com/albums/u175/alanthomasmccann/JH4Q7977.jpg) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Spider on August 15, 2008, 02:37:04 AM another 848 review (i've posted one before I believe)
http://www.sportrider.com/features/146_0804_ducati_848/index.html (http://www.sportrider.com/features/146_0804_ducati_848/index.html) that rider looks like he doesn't have many complaints at all! [thumbsup] great photo! Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: R_usty on August 15, 2008, 02:42:13 AM Got to say - I love the look of the SC's but after taking one for a spin in Canberra last year I really hated the position - However, I hated the 1098's position the first day I had that but now I love it .... I am even thinking of getting one......
Moral to the story - you need more than a day to really try out a bike and if you like the look I am sure you can get the bike to 'fit' your riding needs - just may cost a few $$$ Go for it Matty [thumbsup] Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Betty on August 16, 2008, 02:05:38 PM another 848 review (i've posted one before I believe) http://www.sportrider.com/features/146_0804_ducati_848/index.html (http://www.sportrider.com/features/146_0804_ducati_848/index.html) that rider looks like he doesn't have many complaints at all! [thumbsup] great photo! So Spider are you named after Ruben Xaus ..... or was he named after you? Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Spider on August 16, 2008, 02:56:14 PM So Spider are you named after Ruben Xaus ..... or was he named after you? I know!....I went over to his site and he does look a little bit of a hunched up spider on the bike, and the knees poking out...but the massive lean angle and the Superbike World Championship win do differentiate between the two of us! http://www.rubenxaus.net/ (http://www.rubenxaus.net/) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 21, 2008, 01:53:48 AM This looks like a nice tracky Matty [thumbsup]
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Ducati-999-Motorcycle-Excellent-Condition_W0QQitemZ300251558059QQihZ020QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: tricolore on August 21, 2008, 02:21:41 AM Or this
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DUCATI-MONSTER-TRACK-BIKE_W0QQitemZ190244794149QQihZ009QQcategoryZ102683QQcmdZViewItem (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DUCATI-MONSTER-TRACK-BIKE_W0QQitemZ190244794149QQihZ009QQcategoryZ102683QQcmdZViewItem) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Spider on August 21, 2008, 02:42:22 AM how's this:
a 996sps in Townsville. Fly up and ride it home! $16,000 at the moment. I'd fit on a 996, right? Matty? http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DUCATI-996-SPS-JUST-OVER-9000Kls_W0QQitemZ300249987116QQihZ020QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DUCATI-996-SPS-JUST-OVER-9000Kls_W0QQitemZ300249987116QQihZ020QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 21, 2008, 03:10:02 AM Ooooh I'll have that 996 thanks.....
Vince can I borrow a trailer? Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 21, 2008, 12:52:32 PM Ooooh I'll have that 996 thanks..... Vince can I borrow a trailer? Do you think the 620 could tow it. [laugh] [laugh] Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 21, 2008, 06:12:33 PM yeah you'll just have to fashion me a tow hitch.....
Or I could use the Golf. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Dockstrada on August 23, 2008, 10:33:18 PM This is a nice one [thumbsup]
Super,Matty http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Ducati-Sport-Classic-1000_W0QQitemZ250286055721QQihZ015QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem (http://i6.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/fb/c0/4ed7_1.JPG) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Spider on August 23, 2008, 11:30:46 PM soon as I saw that Dock - I thought I recognised it, yep, it's a Melbourne bike....you should hear the Zards - I was on a tram and it pulled up next to...the glass panels of the tram were so scarred they wanted to cross the road. Mate it barks and growls and is intimidating. I love the 992ds engine, but connected to Zards - wow!
real shame about the reason for the sale though. and Matty - I can tell you (I spent about 3 minutes looking at it) it is in pristine condition! Hey, Dock, if you ever find any Ducati catalogues in your travels please drop me a line! Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Betty on August 23, 2008, 11:40:30 PM Never been a fan of the look of those bikes - the size, look and angle of the tank just look a bit wrong to me. But I love the look of that Zard exhaust - it is my type of weird.
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Super T.I.B on August 24, 2008, 01:02:31 AM This is a nice one [thumbsup] Super,Matty http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Ducati-Sport-Classic-1000_W0QQitemZ250286055721QQihZ015QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem (http://i6.ebayimg.com/04/i/000/fb/c0/4ed7_1.JPG) Hmmmm...nice, but I really want black. ;) Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 24, 2008, 01:18:10 AM The only thing I'm not sure about is the rear lights?
I actually really like the original round lights, sure you can do a slight tail tidy and remove some plastic. But I like the circular lights. Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: Betty on August 24, 2008, 04:02:34 AM Matty, it could be the first bike on this forum that is actually modified back to original components.
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: craigo on August 24, 2008, 09:03:30 PM http://cgi.ebay.com.au/DUCATI-MONSTER-TRACK-BIKE_W0QQitemZ190244794149QQihZ009QQcategoryZ102683QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Two birds, one stone! Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: mattyvas on August 25, 2008, 02:33:03 AM That's been up there for a while, nice looking bike but track only.
Title: Re: Is Matty nearing the 5 year itch Post by: sydmonster on August 25, 2008, 04:36:13 PM Do you think this guy has anything to say about handling & ergonomics with his stock suspension and tyres ??? obviously... I failed :P ;D [thumbsup] - chris ps, Dock, after riding my bike just about anything else feels very comfortable, this side of a F4. - Chris |