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Author Topic: Differences Between the 749 and 999  (Read 9245 times)
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« Reply #15 on: April 28, 2011, 12:12:42 PM »
Quote from: Monsterlover on April 28, 2011, 11:37:54 AM
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« Reply #16 on: April 28, 2011, 12:27:36 PM »
I've had a couple of guys tell me (guys that are used to riding liter bikes, RSV4s, etc, mind you) that the 749's power output is just a touch too anemic, especially compared to the 999.  If you find one, I say go for the triple  waytogo
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« Reply #17 on: April 28, 2011, 02:08:42 PM »
I heard that the engine of one of the 749 models is a bear ($$) to work on....practically have to pull it out of the bike to get to one of the heads....

Sorry, but I don't recall which model
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« Reply #18 on: April 28, 2011, 08:42:54 PM »
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« Reply #19 on: April 29, 2011, 12:34:05 PM »
 Even more reasons to go with the 999  Grin  If I for some spectacular feat run into a good deal for a 999r, do the lightened internals give it less reliability or is it about the same besides costing twice as much for parts? 

oh, Bacon Junkie: stop telling people about your 999...I don't want them to all be bought up before I can get my hands on one  laughingdp
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« Reply #20 on: April 29, 2011, 12:38:12 PM »
I want a 749. I HAD a 749S in my hands for the track but issues came up and im left with sharkskins fairings and no bike. Sad

ONEDAY!!!! i would get a 999 in a heart beat, but a 749 dark can be had for less than 5grand sometimes. Face the facts, the forks and shock would be replaced on a track bike anyway. everything else aside from the adjustable steering head is the same!
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« Reply #21 on: April 29, 2011, 01:51:13 PM »
If I am forced to choose between a 749 or neither I would deffinately go for the 749  Smiley  But hopefully there will be a 999 in my near future.  I just wish that it didn't cost 4k for new ohlins laughingdp I will probably just be on the lookout for 999r takeoffs  cheeky
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« Reply #22 on: April 29, 2011, 02:15:34 PM »
999 S and R bikes with the ti rods require major maintenance about every 15k (rebuild)

Your best bet is an 05 or newer base model. Either bi or mono posto.  All the bugs worked out and less maintenance. 
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« Reply #23 on: April 29, 2011, 02:19:00 PM »
Quote from: Mac_48 on April 29, 2011, 01:51:13 PM
If I am forced to choose between a 749 or neither I would deffinately go for the 749  Smiley  But hopefully there will be a 999 in my near future.  I just wish that it didn't cost 4k for new ohlins laughingdp I will probably just be on the lookout for 999r takeoffs  cheeky

Looks like you're in western Washington. If so, just take whatever you get to Barry @ KFG Racing for suspension. You could get new springs/valves for both ends for about $1000. Ohlins cartridges for a bit more. There are a lot of good options for less than Ohlins, and even 999r take-offs would likely need some work to suit your weight and riding style.

http://www.kfgracing.com/

Might be worth contacting this guy on his 999. Last I heard he hadn't sold this, and it was in decent shape. The gauges were damaged, but could just be replaced. I almost traded him my Monstrada for it, but decided I didn't need it. If he still has it he may be looking to sell.
http://www.desmonorthwest.com/forums/showthread.php?10229-2006-999s&highlight=Ducati
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« Reply #24 on: April 29, 2011, 02:22:30 PM »
Quote from: He Man on April 29, 2011, 12:38:12 PM
I want a 749. I HAD a 749S in my hands for the track but issues came up and im left with sharkskins fairings and no bike. Sad

ONEDAY!!!! i would get a 999 in a heart beat, but a 749 dark can be had for less than 5grand sometimes. Face the facts, the forks and shock would be replaced on a track bike anyway. everything else aside from the adjustable steering head is the same!

why?  Same weight (roughly) as 999, but a lot less hp, among other things.  

I picked up my triple9 for 5 grand. All it needed was a front tire, chain, and the TPS reset.  Evil

after sellling my monster, including the trip to pick it up, I was only out $2,500.  


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« Reply #25 on: April 29, 2011, 03:45:04 PM »
you are very lucky to pick one up for 5 grand. Thats a steal. Though at this point in my life, it is out of my budget. to drop 5grand on a bike that gets ridden a handful of times.

Ill settle for someting around $2000 on WERA. lol

I dont need anything fancy. i just really love the way the 999 looks.
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« Reply #26 on: April 29, 2011, 04:44:15 PM »
Doesn't one have a bigger engine than the other? Grin I'm liking this trend!! waytogo Grin
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« Reply #27 on: April 29, 2011, 06:25:09 PM »
Quote from: He Man on April 29, 2011, 03:45:04 PM
you are very lucky to pick one up for 5 grand. Thats a steal. Though at this point in my life, it is out of my budget. to drop 5grand on a bike that gets ridden a handful of times.

Ill settle for someting around $2000 on WERA. lol

I dont need anything fancy. i just really love the way the 999 looks.

It had a salvage title in New Mexico.   It's near perfect, though.  I had it inspected here in Cali and they gave me a clean title.   Cool

Oh, and I didn't drop 5 grand on it.   I dropped $2500 on it.  Kiss


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I find it disturbing that you're imagining me in a sauna, never mind the teletubbie aspect of it

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« Reply #28 on: April 29, 2011, 06:38:33 PM »
BJ report to deal king thread asap!
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« Reply #29 on: April 29, 2011, 06:50:04 PM »
Quote from: Monsterlover on April 29, 2011, 06:38:33 PM
BJ report to deal king thread asap!

link?  laughingdp


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