SoCal Newbie in need of some parts for her Monster

[empress duc]

hi everyone,

i'm recently relocated from DC to LA & i'm so pleased to see that the Italian bike night is basically in my neighborhood (bummed i missed the last one )

i've got a 2002 Ducati Monster 750 in the Senna color scheme.

anyway, on my way out to LA, whilst loading the bike into the truck, i dropped her.  

what i need is a few minor parts and would love to help installing them if possible.

• right brake lever
• front fairing
• the plastic cover that goes around the throttle assembly
• cowl (possible just buff / paint job)
• bar-end lane splitter (forget the brand) right side mirror
• undertail tag bracket (why does it cost $80 for a piece of bent metal with holes!?)

actual maintenance work that i could do (would prefer to do) but don't have everything i need:
the wiring to my dash is wonky so need help with that or recommendation of who might be able to take a look at it.
my throttle needs adjustment; runs a little low when first start up, so she cuts out before she's warm
and generally, would also love to change my own oil (with help) since i don't have the space or tools.

i'll get pics up as soon as i can.

thanks for reading and please let me know of any cheap part sources or good monster dyi wrenchers with whom i could study.

[The Bearded Duc]

Unfortunately I don't have the parts but I'm sure one of the other locals will chime in with some offerings.

There were talks of a tech day happening but no one really decided on who would host, I live in an apartment so no hosting for me. Maybe that will happen soon and with everyone's combined knowledge and tools you'll get everything fixed.

As far as major fixes, I recommend Speeddog. A lot of the locals use him for repairs and tune ups. He's a great guy and does great work, although if you're somewhere in the Santa Monica area it might be a bit of a hike for you?

Oh, and welcome. Any time you're up for some riding drop a line!!!

[Grampa]

beware the captain

[Grampa]

he'll pillage your fries

[Gus Duc]

But the Captain has no parts & no pants

[Grampa]

But the Captain has no parts & no pants

or parts in his pants

[empress duc]

Unfortunately I don't have the parts but I'm sure one of the other locals will chime in with some offerings.

There were talks of a tech day happening but no one really decided on who would host, I live in an apartment so no hosting for me. Maybe that will happen soon and with everyone's combined knowledge and tools you'll get everything fixed.

As far as major fixes, I recommend Speeddog. A lot of the locals use him for repairs and tune ups. He's a great guy and does great work, although if you're somewhere in the Santa Monica area it might be a bit of a hike for you?

Oh, and welcome. Any time you're up for some riding drop a line!!!

thanks. santa monica is my neighborhood so i'll check Speeddog out. hope that tech day comes to pass. that'd be nice.

beware the captain

thanks for the warning! i appreciate it. 

[orangelion03]

Welcome to SoCal!

Ebay is a good source for a lot of the bits and pieces you are looking for.  What master cylinder does your bike use?  I have a set of levers I dont need and I'll give you the brake lever if it fits...consider it a housewarming gift  [moto]

I'm too far away to offer any mechanical assistance.

[lawbreaker]

I have the rear duck-bill fender assembly ( complete from my tail chop) . If you could use it.. its yours.

I may have an extra bar-end also but I gotta check when I get back from work..

[empress duc]

Ebay is a good source for a lot of the bits and pieces you are looking for.  What master cylinder does your bike use?  I have a set of levers I dont need and I'll give you the brake lever if it fits...consider it a housewarming gift  [moto]

I'm too far away to offer any mechanical assistance.

i've got the #@%*$& coffin type master cylinder and clip-on handlebars. thanks so much & i really appreciate it. perhaps i could take a look at an italian bike night if you come this way. if not, i can probably pay shipping to get em here.

I have the rear duck-bill fender assembly ( complete from my tail chop) . If you could use it.. its yours.

I may have an extra bar-end also but I gotta check when I get back from work..

i've got a tail chop too.  i'm actually looking for the type that looks like this


and my bar end is a 4" lane-splitter, but i'll take it, whatever it is.

i suppose i should take some pictures.

thanks for all the help so far.  looking forward to getting my baby all pretty again.

[ducati culture]

If anyone can assist the empress that would be very cool.  She make a very nice meal as well. Hint -hint for parts  She also desperately needs to change the front & rear sprocket as well as the chain. give thanks & my love   [moto]

[erkishhorde]

Might be able to help w/ the sprocket, chain, and oil change if I can round up some gas money. I've got a stand and tools. I can probably steal my dad's oil pan too. The truck is running on empty and I'm flat broke. I need a job.  I'll PM you if I round up some funds.

[lawbreaker]

- Checked my goodie bin... No dice on bar-end (CRG)... sorry

[orangelion03]

Where'd the Empress go??  Am waiting for a PM with hre majesty's addy so I can send her the lever.