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« Reply #1770 on: October 13, 2010, 03:49:31 PM »
Okay, I've finally seen a "new Monster" that I like.  That I really like.  The pipes really help.

Quote from: ggemelos on October 13, 2010, 03:33:43 PM
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« Reply #1771 on: October 13, 2010, 04:04:10 PM »
Quote from: NorDog on October 13, 2010, 03:49:31 PM
Okay, I've finally seen a "new Monster" that I like.  That I really like.  The pipes really help.


Agreed! You've chosen the colors tactfully and the boomtubes really open everything up.
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« Reply #1772 on: October 13, 2010, 04:11:04 PM »
Quote from: NorDog on October 13, 2010, 03:49:31 PM
Okay, I've finally seen a "new Monster" that I like.  That I really like.  The pipes really help.


+1 One of the few examples of the new Monster that really catches your attention by the lack of "flash" ...
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« Reply #1773 on: October 13, 2010, 10:53:35 PM »
Quote from: NorDog on October 13, 2010, 03:49:31 PM
Okay, I've finally seen a "new Monster" that I like.  That I really like.  The pipes really help.


They might help the look (questionable) but they sure don't help the HP.
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« Reply #1774 on: October 14, 2010, 07:55:45 AM »
Quote from: kopfjäger on October 13, 2010, 10:53:35 PM
They might help the look (questionable) but they sure don't help the HP.

Without dyno results on the newer well baffled Boomtubes, I think the HP conclusion is questionable.  I have not taken mine in for a dyno run, but in terms of feel, the bike is much improved.  The low end, 3k-4k is a lot smoother.  Before getting the exhaust I was pretty much sold on some sort of ECU solution for the low end jitter, but after riding the bike around for the past few weeks, I no longer see a need.  I have also not noticed any low end power loss which is a typical sign of a lack of back pressure.  

Of course, none of this has anything to do with peak HP.  I really cannot speak to whether there was an improvement there, but given my other observations, I would be surprised if it was hurt.  Besides, I am much more interested in a more usable power curve that increasing peak HP a couple percent.  

And did I mention I think they look cool?  Grin
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« Reply #1775 on: October 14, 2010, 01:57:18 PM »
what wind sheild is that ggemelos?

Sick looking 1100, i so wish i had a dry clutch.  Very jealous of everyone with one
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« Reply #1776 on: October 14, 2010, 02:11:58 PM »
Quote from: DukeDenver on October 14, 2010, 01:57:18 PM
what wind sheild is that ggemelos?

Sick looking 1100, i so wish i had a dry clutch.  Very jealous of everyone with one

The wind shield is a Puig.  It comes just tinted, but when I installed it I noticed that it reflected the light from the headlight right into my eyes.  I guess the slightly tilted headlight of the new monsters has a bit of light reflected pretty much straight up.  So I ended up lining the inside of the screen with black Plasti Dip.  The opaque, non-glossy surface on the underside of the screen cuts the reflected light quite a bit.  It now looks opaque and still glossy when you look at the top. 

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http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/4672F/696/4672F.html

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http://www.plastidip.com/home_solutions/Plasti_Dip
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« Reply #1777 on: October 14, 2010, 02:59:26 PM »
Great looking bike!   waytogo

I like several things you've done.  I also like the darker grey engine paint better than the light gray on my bike.
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« Reply #1778 on: October 17, 2010, 02:41:32 AM »
Great looking monster,one thing though...the windscreen kinda make the bike look a bit tall.That's just me. waytogo
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« Reply #1779 on: October 17, 2010, 04:49:34 AM »
I love that wind screen.  It gives the bike a more classic monster look then when you see the rest its like.  "Hello! new Monster here!"

Good find  chug
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« Reply #1780 on: October 17, 2010, 06:35:40 PM »
Quote from: ggemelos on October 14, 2010, 07:55:45 AM
And did I mention I think they look cool?  Grin

 waytogo Cheesy
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« Reply #1781 on: October 18, 2010, 10:02:12 AM »
Quote from: Betty on October 09, 2010, 11:42:09 AM
Mate, if we could get those in Australia ... I think I would want one alongside our earlier model:



To get this thread, back to bikes ... it has a smaller engine capacity (500cc) and substantially less power (approx. 18hp) than any of our Ducatis Grin laughingdp
Quote from: Maratom on October 09, 2010, 01:31:04 PM
Maybe one more.
This pic shows my 1100S and my wife's 500R.
We intend to restore it soon and use it as an almost daily commuter.


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Mine is a 1970 Fiat 500L (L for Luxury) with an engine from a 126, 600cc with 23HP and 29ftlbs of torque!
It is fun, gets far too much attention and my family of 4 can even fit into it (until the kids grow up).  We use ours for a daily driver with thoughts of restoring one day.
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« Reply #1782 on: October 18, 2010, 05:08:39 PM »
my 2009 M1100.
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« Reply #1783 on: October 25, 2010, 06:42:31 PM »
Ok, newest mod to my M620D, M696/1100 mirrors ...




Much better rearview, larger view field and X% vibration less, I can actually see cars and know what brand/model it is ...  Grin

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« Reply #1784 on: October 25, 2010, 08:06:45 PM »
Quote from: stabmaster on October 18, 2010, 05:08:39 PM
my 2009 M1100.


Cool Monster    Smiley

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