Open Dry Clutch - Sound seems, uh, unhealthy.

[Buckethead]

Big 'ol black round bit with the Ducati logo between the rear brake lever and the red frame?

Nope. Its holding in all your engine oil.

[jdubbs32584]

The 695 has a wet clutch. Thus its surrounded by oil. Where would the oil go if you took that off?

Wet clutches need wet oil.

[Slide Panda]

just to make sure we're talking about the same thing....below is the link to a 695, so i can't take the black covering panel over the clutch off?? 

The clutch cover is the metal casing that can be ID by the large circular area with 'DUCATI' in the middle that is bolted to the main engine case.  NO, you CANNOT remove that like one does with a dry clutch, you cannot do so and run the bike.  That cover has sealant around it that seals in your oil.  Break that seal, and you not longer have engine oil.

Dry clutch Ducs have a different casing that has oil seals that sit behind the clutch basket sealing the clutch assy off from the engine oil.  As a result you can remove an other cover that is simply bolted to that casing, but has no sealing propertys.

If you're simply talking about the black coating on the metal - it's basically paint so you could strip it from the metal it's coating if you really wanted...

But stop thinking about it for now -read up on your bike instead

[Alexandre]

just to make sure we're talking about the same thing....below is the link to a 695, so i can't take the black covering panel over the clutch off?? 

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2007models/2007-Ducati-Monster695d.jpg

the black cirlcle that says DUCATI cannot be removed - this has been explained already.

the black plastic side panels next to the seat that say 695 is large print can be removed.

the black plastic belt covers on the right side of the engine (L shape) can be removed.

the black plastic hugger going over the the rear tire (and maybe chaingaurd) can be removed.

the black plastic fender (beer tray) can be removed. (this is called tail chop)

good luck! 

[herm]

why so harsh everyone? at least he is asking (several times) instead of just screwing up the bike

anyway, here yah go

[stopintime]

why so harsh everyone? at least he is asking (several times) instead of just screwing up the bike

+1

The DML/DMF has always been welcoming, understanding and helpful. Still is.

I'm always expecting a few answers, to noob questions like this, along the lines of "yeah, no problem - just take it off and go"

[jdubbs32584]

I don't think I was harsh at all. Neither was yuu nor smokemonster nor Obsessed.

[Rameses]

just to make sure we're talking about the same thing....below is the link to a 695, so i can't take the black covering panel over the clutch off?? 

http://www.totalmotorcycle.com/photos/2007models/2007-Ducati-Monster695d.jpg

If you still don't believe everybody, just go take the cover off and see what comes dumping out.

[NAKID]

I don't think I was harsh at all. Neither was yuu nor smokemonster nor Obsessed.

I think Herm was referring to this post, which I agree is pretty harsh...

I'm not sure you know where or what the clutch is period.  My advice is not to touch anything.  Get a half competent individual to show and explain these things to you in person.  I'm sure there are Ducati / motorcycle meets in your area.  Maybe a board member will mark up a picture or provide you with an explosion view diagram.

[bryan8494]

I figure some things can be learned by trial and error and others you only got one shot.  Yeah I'm not motorcyclically inclined at all, but gotta start from somewhere.   I appreciate everyone's patience.  I'll post a pic of my bike up later.

So i really can't remove that black plastic panel?!!  .....j/k haha 

[alexisonfire]

Sorry if that came off as harsh.  It just seemed that he wasn't catching on and sometimes these things are difficult to explain.  I'd rather come off as harsh and prevent you from making a mistake than tell you to tinker around and see what happens.   

[Raux]

I figure some things can be learned by trial and error and others you only got one shot.  Yeah I'm not motorcyclically inclined at all, but gotta start from somewhere.   I appreciate everyone's patience.  I'll post a pic of my bike up later.

So i really can't remove that black plastic panel?!!  .....j/k haha 

great great great attitude. welcome to Ducatis and the forum

[Slide Panda]

I figure some things can be learned by trial and error and others you only got one shot.  Yeah I'm not motorcyclically inclined at all, but gotta start from somewhere.   I appreciate everyone's patience.  I'll post a pic of my bike up later.

So i really can't remove that black plastic panel?!!  .....j/k haha 

Ahhhh a wise guy eh!? 

Well if you're looking for a place to start - hitting the books or the Tutorials section on the site's a good plan.  DesmoTimes sells a pretty good general Ducati book.  Though not specifically for Monsters it covers a lot of good info, things to watch for and general wrenching theory.  If you can track it down, get the Ducati technicians manual for your 695.  It covers every detail of the bike,usually more than anyone rightly needs, but it's handy to know the exact specs for you bike and how to do anything to it. 

[bryan8494]

cool..muchas graciAs!

[Smokescreen]

Bryan- you might consider LTSnyder's book on Monster maintenance.  He actually offers tips on some mods.  Also, thank you for saying you aren't mechanically inclined, it makes how a question should be answered easier.  Having said that, I personally would advise against removing the belts covers unless you've some to replace them, unless you are inspecting your belts (instructions in LTSnyder book)...  There are those who would argue with me on this, but personally I think the belts covers are a must have to protects your belts from rocks etc...  there are people on this site who've run without belt covers and caught a rock ending up with bent valves and engine rebuilds.  Take your time on tearing the bike down, and study the manuals for the bike as much as possible first.  the Haynes manual BTW isn't really helpful, so don't bother with that one.