I've been following the threads in the forum here for a few weeks now and finally registered. I picked up my new white 696 two weeks ago and I'm loving it. I know it's not currently the most popular monster, but I'm having a blast on mine. I'm in Houston, TX and look forward to being part of a great community.
Lol - I ride an S4: the ugliest monster EVER produced, no ifs of buts.
When the 696 first came out, there was quite a bit of grumbling - but 99% of that was about the trellis frame. Ducati blacked it out, & it's been all good since then. What's not to like? Power ? Handling?
Oh. And I challenge you to find me ONE person who doesn't like the white 696?
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