Plastic Tank problems: Discussion thread, see info thread sticky for updates

[ducpainter]

That maketh me a grumpygus.

you expected otherwise?

[junior varsity]

No, but fingers crossed and all that.  Y'never know when people will surprise you by doing the right thing. I will write a letter expressing the amount of shame brought upon the __________ (fill in the blank: civil justice system, ethics board for creating an environment where problems are handled through inadequately representing clients needs and similarly not advocating zealously therefore, and marquee manufacturer who touts passion and loyal ownership club of ducatisti as brand advantages) brought about by this inadequately researched issue and hastily negotiated settlement.  

I was unable to object to the settlement, but I would consider voicing my objection by refraining to buy new models directly when I could instead buy "slightly used" - I do perform all maintenance myself, so they'll recover no dollars there. Doesn't mean I am certain to jump ship (as I have no doubts Dax will proclaim of himself), but I would advise DNA and Factory that consumer-confidence may be at a low-point, and there are doubts as to brand reputation integrity. (what coffee shop poseur wants to endure the ridicule of "bloaty-tank guy" by other hipster coffee shop connoisseurs, I ask you?)

[muskrat]

BULLSHIT!

And yes I plan on jumping ship unless the Multi issues are fixed (only bike I'll buy from Ducati).  There might be some "gear" section fire sales in the near future.  I'm not done with my S4R or the 900 for the moment but this tells me everything I need to know about a boutique shop that doesn't give a shit about their customers.  I wont argue cosmetic defects and warranty repair but for me if I pay some $15 to $20K for a bike it better not have these problems and if it does FIX IT for good.

Laugh all you want - everyone - about Harley but I'm telling you from experience they NEVER fail in making me happy with little do-dads that need repair.  I've also never heard anyone complain, ok there has been two guys who blew up their engine after mods (still in warranty) and not "legal" mods mind you.  And the 10k service cost $386 bones too. 

[junior varsity]

But it ain't (the same kind of) fun to ride... Too bad RC 51's are few and far between now, not to mention way out of date technology wise. They were a fun v-powered sport bike, to be sure.

[ducpainter]

BULLSHIT!

And yes I plan on jumping ship unless the Multi issues are fixed (only bike I'll buy from Ducati).  There might be some "gear" section fire sales in the near future.  I'm not done with my S4R or the 900 for the moment but this tells me everything I need to know about a boutique shop that doesn't give a shit about their customers.  I wont argue cosmetic defects and warranty repair but for me if I pay some $15 to $20K for a bike it better not have these problems and if it does FIX IT for good.

Laugh all you want - everyone - about Harley but I'm telling you from experience they NEVER fail in making me happy with little do-dads that need repair.  I've also never heard anyone complain, ok there has been two guys who blew up their engine after mods (still in warranty) and not "legal" mods mind you.  And the 10k service cost $386 bones too. 

I have a question...

did you object to the settlement officially?

[junior varsity]

Good question too, since ya did have an affected-model. My 03 didn't count

[muskrat]

I do.  I had my S2R with three replacement tanks.  I'm glad I now have metal tanks and I plan on keeping it that way.  I'm just upset at how this played out and feel bad for all the owners out there whose bikes will need repair. 

[Desert Dust]

BULLSHIT!

And yes I plan on jumping ship unless the Multi issues are fixed (only bike I'll buy from Ducati).  There might be some "gear" section fire sales in the near future.  I'm not done with my S4R or the 900 for the moment but this tells me everything I need to know about a boutique shop that doesn't give a shit about their customers.  I wont argue cosmetic defects and warranty repair but for me if I pay some $15 to $20K for a bike it better not have these problems and if it does FIX IT for good.

Laugh all you want - everyone - about Harley but I'm telling you from experience they NEVER fail in making me happy with little do-dads that need repair.  I've also never heard anyone complain, ok there has been two guys who blew up their engine after mods (still in warranty) and not "legal" mods mind you.  And the 10k service cost $386 bones too. 

Jump ship if you must......but a HARLEY?? 1964 technology? Stay Itallian my friend! Aprillia

[muskrat]

yes a HARLEY.  Funny how bashing continues even though most Ducs on the road have dated technology too, exception being the most recent 5 years or so.  It serves it's purpose and I love it.   

[poseur]

BULLSHIT!

And yes I plan on jumping ship unless the Multi issues are fixed (only bike I'll buy from Ducati).  There might be some "gear" section fire sales in the near future.  I'm not done with my S4R or the 900 for the moment but this tells me everything I need to know about a boutique shop that doesn't give a shit about their customers.  I wont argue cosmetic defects and warranty repair but for me if I pay some $15 to $20K for a bike it better not have these problems and if it does FIX IT for good.

 

[Frisco]

Well it looks like there will be an 07 S4RS for sale within the next 18 months - shame because I really like the bike but there are so many choices out there - highly doubt another Duc will be among the final list though.

[ducpainter]

I do.  I had my S2R with three replacement tanks.  I'm glad I now have metal tanks and I plan on keeping it that way.  I'm just upset at how this played out and feel bad for all the owners out there whose bikes will need repair. 

Did you formally object to the proposed settlement either on your own or through ducatiz?

It's a simple question.

[muskrat]

Did you formally object to the proposed settlement either on your own or through ducatiz?

It's a simple question.

Yes.  I didn't send anything to Ducatiz because I don't have plastic tanks though.  No dog in this fight....at this time.

[HotIce]

yes a HARLEY.  Funny how bashing continues even though most Ducs on the road have dated technology too, exception being the most recent 5 years or so.  It serves it's purpose and I love it.  

Try buying an XR1200X, and see how happy you will be with its tank  
HD has the same issues Ducati has with its tank, and nowhere they stepped forward in making it right (besides the dumb tank-replace saga).

http://www.xr1200ownersgroup.com/site/showthread.php?1969-gas-tank-issues-again







I know, because an XR1200X was pretty high in my likings.

[muskrat]

no interest in that bike and if I owned it the same thing would be said.  I have a metal tank as does most everyone else.