Picking up my new bike!

[Schnooble]

Hoping to pick up my new 2010 Monster 696 tomorrow afternoon weather and work permitting.

Is there anything that I need to get the dealership to do when I take posession of the bike?  I've read some posts where some people mentioned something about getting the shocks set for the weight of the rider but wasn't to sure if this applied to my situation.  Can this even be done on the 696?  Anything else I need to know and ask them?

I already know about the 14T gear, but I wanted to ride with the default and if I need to, I'll get a change with my first service.

Thanks!

Randy.

[DucatiTorrey]

if you have termis, have them take out the DB killers

[Slide Panda]

How much do you weigh? If it's more than a thin Italian then you should have the suspension adjusted. Factory is for someone who is around 160 pounds.

If you need to do this give them a call and arrange a time slot to deal with it same day. And bring your normal riding gear for set up - it adds weight. That is if you were not planning to ride it off the lot. Oh and be sure to try to get that adjustment done user their set up fee if possible

If you're a real big fella you may actailly need different springs for the best of what your suspension can give - but that's a longer process

[somegirl]

How much do you weigh? If it's more or less than a thin Italian then you should have the suspension adjusted. Factory is for someone who is around 160 pounds.

FIFY

Apart from the simple suspension adjustment I'd suggest riding it stock for a little while before making any changes.

Have fun, ride safe! [moto]

[duc996]

What a great feeling getting the new ride,enjoy it and ride safe.Pics ASAP 

[Schnooble]

I'm about 145 lbs so I'm guessing that's going to be good and shouldn't require any changes.  Thanks for the confirmation!

And no to the Termie's.  I may add that at a later date, but no plans right now.  I'm actually quite happy with the way the bike sounds stock.  But then I'm coming from a Ninja 250 so of course the ducati is going to sound great compared to my old bike. 

Thanks guys.  Should be a good ride tomorrow

[hihhs]

At 145 lbs they will probably say the factory suspension set up is fine.

Enjoy the new ride!

[Goat_Herder]

You are gonna love the 696 so much you'd want to sleep in the garage with it!  ENJOY AND POST PICS!

[Slide Panda]

FIFY

FIFY indeed... yea rolling towards 220 in gear I tend to forget that there are folks who can be lighter than the factory spring settings.

Enjoy the purchase - Just remeber to take it easy on the new rubber until it's scrubbed in

[Schnooble]

Alright here's the pictures as promised.  Had to sneak out of work a bit early to get to the dealership before they closed at 6.  My girlfriend snapped the pictures.

Goodbye little ninja.  You served me well these last two years.





My new Monster 696





Close up of the tank showing off the pearl white paint job.  Well kinda.  Looks better in the sun.




Different angle of the bike.





And lastly here I am getting ready to Vroom Vroom all the way home.  I love the way this bike sounds...






Note:  Yes, I will be removing the side reflectors on the front forks.    Also buying new boots, jacket, gloves to suit the bike more.  Just waiting for stock to come in.

Randy.

[justinrhenry]

very nice.  keep the reflectors.   

[Adamm0621]

cough* tailchop cough*

[NoPower]

Very Nice

[somegirl]

Congrats, hope you loved the ride home!

Note:  Yes, I will be removing the side reflectors on the front forks.    Also buying new boots, jacket, gloves to suit the bike more.  Just waiting for stock to come in.

Maybe some armored pants too?

[Billyzoom]

She's a beauty!