Budget Monster Build

[al@sktc]

Here's some pictures of the new bike I got.  My goal is to completely overhaul this $900 bike for and additional $1,600.  For a grand total of $2,500.

[Danmack_98]

Looks like a fun project!!  It really doesn't look to be in too bad shape to start with.  Are there any deeper engine/trans problems or is it mostly cosmetic?  Keep us posted!

[NAKID]

Wow, someone really pissed off their girlfriend!

[Langanobob]

Looks like more than a $900 bike to me!  It also looks like the cosmetic issues are some sort of vandalism?   Do you have a plan for the mods?  Keep us posted.

[al@sktc]

got some new gauges on ebay for $168 shipped. the seat cowl didn't come with the bike. i got it from monster parts for $50. here are the before and in progress pics of the gauges.

[duc996]

Wow great deal on the bike?engine ok though?Looks more like a cosmetic work.Enjoy and good luck.

[al@sktc]

it was vandalized and totaled by the insurance company. i rode it home and it runs perfect. parked it and started working on it. when i get it finished it will be off to the dealer for a thorough inspection.

[al@sktc]

had to put this in too. bad pic but, i love these dogs!

[Porsche Monkey]

Dude that's not too bad. Very jealous over the guages. Just get it painted and the seat reupholstered and looks like your good to go.   

[Bun-bun]

Low budget buildup? Ebay is your friend. Looks like the seat just needs a new cover, and I think Sargent sells 'em fairly cheap. The tank scratches probably won't buff out, but it's worth a shot. Otherwise, you're in for a new paint job. The guy who just did my tank and fender did an awesome job, but he ain't cheap.
Definitely keep us posted.

[He Man]

steel tank? cheap but good paint job? POWDER COAT!, or do like industrialgirll is doing (super jealous)

strip the paint and clear coat it for that industrial machine look!

[Duck-Stew]

Ok.  You scored a '99 M750 for $900.  Great deal!!!

Here's what needs to be changed:

Timing belts (no way of knowing how old they are and they're cheap)
Tires (the ones on there look to be really old)
Fuel filter
Re-bleed hydraulics

If it's been sitting long, the vertical carburator will have gunk in it from sitting (b/c it sits lower when on the sidestand than the horizontal one does) so check that out if it's running odd.

As far as a build goes, the 'Parts for Sale' and 'Parts Wanted' boards are your friend!  Good luck, and great score!!! 

[al@sktc]

future plans:

-paint tank/cowl/fender/belly pan
-have seat recovered
-dual front discs
-clip-ons
-new pegs
-new levers
-lower headlight and gauges
-new tires
-powdercoat wheels and swingarm black
-tuning


then ride the shit out of it!

[Porsche Monkey]

future plans:

-paint tank/cowl/fender/belly panyellow
-have seat recovered
-dual front discs
-clip-ons
-new pegs
-new levers
-lower headlight and gauges
-new tires
-powdercoat wheels and swingarm black
-tuning


then ride the shit out of it!

Fixed it for you 

[Slide Panda]

Privateer posted about seat covers from HTmoto

http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=26129.0

$70 for a custom cover
http://hydroturf.com/products.php?cat=Seat%20Covers%20-%20Sport%20Bike&man=Ducati