What should I do first?

[seanster]

So my 2000 M750 has only 5800 miles and I wanting to bring her in to have a certified Ducati tech for services and check-up (idk much amount machines).  One thing I do notice is the carburetors seem to be clogged (it coughs when I give it a little gas slowly), some of my coworker recommended I should bring her in for carburetors cleanup.

Here is the thing, I want to install the jet kit and open airbox.  So the question is that what should I do?
1. Bring her in for services (carburetors cleaning) then jet
2. Jet and clean her at home.

Thanks!

p.s. someone on DMF say that the sound of my bike does seem normal...I think so too, I have change out the spark-plugs.  Here is the sound clip: 

[Drunken Monkey]

If you don't know much about machines, I say kill two birds with one stone: Have them clean the carbs and install the jet kit.

Otherwise do both yourself at home.

For either job the carbs have to come apart, so...

[seanster]

If you don't know much about machines, I say kill two birds with one stone: Have them clean the carbs and install the jet kit.

Otherwise do both yourself at home.

For either job the carbs have to come apart, so...

How much do you think that would set me back?  I'm on a budget haha

[xcaptainxbloodx]

bring the bike in for an inspection (how are your belts for instance? they have a 2 year life span regardless of miles) and general runnability check. your carbs could need a clean or they could just need a tune.

a good shop will give the bike a general looking over while its on the lift to make sure other things that you may not have an eye for yet (tires, sprockets, chain, brake pads) are all in good shape so if you know you need something serviced its a good way to lump together labor costs.

inspection should only be about an hour of labor (70-100$) prices will vary by shop. a quick call to ask about standard services like Ive mentioned should give you a very close ballpark.

[seanster]

Aright...got her in for maintenance inspection service, here is what they recommended:

1. New front tire = $200 labor included
2. Chain and sprocket (probably can get some life out, but need replacement soon) = $307 labor included
3. Cabs need to be clean out (and if there are no jet, then need to install jet kit) = $300 (no jet) or $400 (new jet)

Total = $807 or $907 REALLY? 

Any smarter way(s) to this???

I can do the get the tire and have some tire shop put it in.  My old man and I can install the chain and sprocket.

Can any one suggest or point to discussions talked about recommended chain and sprockets for my '00 M750?

Thanks!

[Howie]

Prices aren't bad.  Usually shops charge more for mounting and balancing a tire since they are not making money on the tire.  It is a little like going into a diner, handing them your own bacon and eggs and asking them to make you a sandwich.  IMO, buy installed from the shop or mount it yourself.  As far as chain and sprockets go, if you do it yourself, our sponsor California Cycleworks, http://www.ca-cycleworks.com  They can also advise you if you want to change gearing.

[d3vi@nt]

Most moto shops around here will mount and balance a tire for $25 if you remove the wheel yourself and bring it in. Many will mount and balance for free if you buy the tire there. If you find a good online deal for the tire, you might save about $50.

[bdub]

Why does your brake light blink when your bike is running? It sounds really good btw

[seanster]

Why does your brake light blink when your bike is running? It sounds really good btw

I think it's the phone cam giving you that effect.  It doesn't blink when it's running.  However, it flashes 3 times when I applied the brake.

Thanks!

[seanster]

So I decided to do all the maintenance myself (with a lot of help from local riders of course)

Just order my Factory Pro Jet Kit from ca-cycleworks and will be taking the carbs out soon enough next weekend hopfully.

Still researching on the tires. I'm a local commuter and I do lots of riding on the weekend so any recommendation on tires (brand and size) will be great.  I'm 5'7" and about 165lbs.

Chain and sprocket:  I read a lot on this forum about 14T front sprocket, I should keep my rear stock 41T or go up 1 or 2 (question).  Brand recommendation also appreciated.  I thinking of 14T because I like a little torque in the lower rpm range since I cruise the city street a lot.

Thanks!

[MikeZ]

If you are changing both sprockets and chain you are better to stay 15t in front and go up 2-3 in the back.
Get in touch with Chris at CA-Cycleworks.  Talk to him about your bike and riding style and he will recommend what's best.  He's a great guy and great resource.