My Duc died on me on the freeway

[ridingrabbit]

can any one help me out?? i was riding my 2007 695 monster on the freeway (at approx 5k rpm) when all of a sudden the rpms dropped down to 2k (even tho i was giving her gas). I engaged the clutch and b4 i could shift down, the bike shut off. managed to pull her out of traffic and spent 30 min cycling tru the start up process before it finally turned on. all lights and gauges come on and i can hear the starter trying to engage but no fire. I parked the bike for about 2 hours later and it started up fine for about 2 minutes then the engine started to hesitate and then finally shut down.  a friend of mine has a gt100 and experienced the same prblm and as it turned out there was a recall on his gt (fuel pump line). I had my tank replaced a year ago ( paint began to start peeling). At best i think it might be the fuel pump/line/filter. My question is, has any other monster owner ever had this prblm? The bike is 2 1/2 years old and im already looking for "issues", is this a common theme (fuel line issues) with ducatis ??

[numbskull]

I've heard of the fuel pump giving up that exhibited the same symptoms that you are describing. ca-cycleworks has replacement pumps that are much more affordable than the OEM ones if that is the problem.

[woppini]

isnt your bike still in warranty? If it is, they even cover towing

[ridingrabbit]

no my warranty expired in march

[RBX QB]

Not to imply you did this, but...

Did you have enough gas in the tank? I overestimated my reserve light once, with similar results.

[ridingrabbit]

i just filled up, i don't hear the fuel pump kick in when i turn the ignition on. My next option is to take out the pump and filter. has anyone done this on a 695?!?( i cant find any literature on my bike)  if so any help would be appreciated

[Speeddog]

Have you checked the fuses?

Have you checked for good connections at the battery, solenoid and ground?

What condition is the electrical system in?

[Howie]

Assuming you checked the fuses (looking is not always good enough), next you should make sure voltage is getting to the pump.  Pull the connector at the pump and see if you have voltage when you turn the key on or apply juice directly to the pump.  No electricity at the pump, fix that first.  Oh, also check the ground.  Yes, a wiring diagram will be helpful.  If no juice goes to the pump, check the pump relay by the battery.  The main relay and the pump relay are there.  I don't remember which is which.  The relay is a standard Bosch type relay, terminals 85 and 86 trigger the relay, 30 and 87 complete the circuit.

[ridingrabbit]

 i checked the connections to the battery ,looks good all wires are tight and no breakage or buildup. The elec lines seem to be in good condition i've followed the elec lines for inspection and i see no signs of wearing or cracking. I will check the connector and  elec juice to the pump today. I will let you guys know how it goes thanks for all the help so far.

[djrashonal]

Not to say is the same, but i had the same thing happen to me on my old vfr and it turns out that i had to replace the ecu and the solenoid...........

[red baron]

call your dealer and mention "goodwill"

[ridingrabbit]

hahaha trbl well i call my dealer and now i gotta take my bike up there. I feel it might be the fuel pump (priced it 1,200.00 dollars!! are you kidding me!??!!?!?!? thats my mortgage payment!!!) he says hell give me a free diagnosis,..whatever that means

[needtorque]

Diagnosis is usually only "free" if you tell them to fix the problem.  Just an FYI.

[woppini]

Ca cycleworks carries the pump for like 150$

[ridingrabbit]

cool thanks woppini, i just got the call from the dealer and its confirmed, the fuel pump. im gonna order it from that site thanks for the knowledge