Anyone less than impressed with their 696, or is it just me?

[RC Fan]

This is my first Ducati, so maybe I didn't really know what to expect.  I guess I was hoping that the 696 would offer more performance than my last bike.  I guess I am also bummed that the parts are SOOO expensive.  I didn't expect a new rim to cost $1500.

[Popeye the Sailor]

What was your last bike?

[He Man]

What was your last bike?

And expensive parts? come on, its not like you didnt expect it!

[RC Fan]

What was your last bike?

And expensive parts? come on, its not like you didnt expect it!

My last bike was a 2007 Suzuki Bandit 650S.

Yes, I expected the parts to be more expensive, but not that expensive.

[Privateer]

From signature:

Cathy

First bike:  2007 Bandit 650S

[Major Slow]

just a thought

www.ducatimonster.org/forums/parts-sale/190405-696-front-rear-rims-tires.html

still has a rear rim.

[x136]

I guess I am also bummed that the parts are SOOO expensive.  I didn't expect a new rim to cost $1500.

For future reference, if you're looking to buy something and see a variation of the following symbol, it's not a bad idea to prepare to open the wallet a bit more:



The good news is that that symbol adorns some very pretty items.

[Spicoli]

I had a 696 for a year.  10000 miles.  handling was really good.  A little short in the cockpit for me, not the best for 2 up.  The engine is great in the city, lacks the top end for the highways.  IMO.  Personally, I think for the money the Street and Speed Triple are better performing bikes and the position is better IMO.

[Cuky_Monster]

I think I am in the same boat as you. When I did my research for a sportbike the 696 best fit me the best physically (height, arm reach, etc.) but now that I've put about 2000 miles on her....I think I may sell her. 

[RC Fan]

just a thought

www.ducatimonster.org/forums/parts-sale/190405-696-front-rear-rims-tires.html

still has a rear rim.

Thanks for the thought, but it is the front rim that I need.

[RC Fan]

I had a 696 for a year.  10000 miles.  handling was really good.  A little short in the cockpit for me, not the best for 2 up.  The engine is great in the city, lacks the top end for the highways.  IMO.  Personally, I think for the money the Street and Speed Triple are better performing bikes and the position is better IMO.

A Street Triple would be great.  Likely the Speed Triple is more than I need, but it is gorgeous.  Unfortunately there is no Triumph dealer nearby.

[bluemoco]

I know rims are expensive - is there any way you can make an insurance claim to cover some or all of the cost?  Or is it purely out-of-pocket for you?

[Privateer]

I think more than anything, the difference between a 696 and a sv650s isn't enough to knock your ass off.

a little more HP (72 to 80) and torque (47 to 50), a little lighter (370 to 359).

Pretty much same length, same wheelbase, rake slightly different (25 to 24), trail little shorter, (102mm to 87mm).  So should handle a little quicker, and get up and go quicker, but power-wise, not much that the butt dyno would notice I think.

well, there's also the thing that you're on a duc not a suzi.

[RC Fan]

I know rims are expensive - is there any way you can make an insurance claim to cover some or all of the cost?  Or is it purely out-of-pocket for you?

I may make a claim, but I am not sure yet.  I would rather not.

[RC Fan]

I think more than anything, the difference between a 696 and a sv650s isn't enough to knock your ass off.

a little more HP (72 to 80) and torque (47 to 50), a little lighter (370 to 359).

Pretty much same length, same wheelbase, rake slightly different (25 to 24), trail little shorter, (102mm to 87mm).  So should handle a little quicker, and get up and go quicker, but power-wise, not much that the butt dyno would notice I think.

well, there's also the thing that you're on a duc not a suzi.

My first bike was Bandit 650S (GSF650), not an SV.