The Official 696 APPRECIATION Thread!!!

[Triple J]

I always wanted a Red/White S2r.  Then a M900 kind of dropped in my lap. 

IMO the 900 (FI or carb) is a better engine than the 1000DS anyway.  I'm sure plenty will disagree with me, but I used to have an '01 M900 and now have an '04 MTS1000.  While I like the MTS better overall (less sexy, but more useful/comfortable)...I definitely liked the 900 engine better.  I can't really pinpoint why, I just do. 

I'm still waiting to test ride a 696.  I'm not buying one, but I really want to see what the riding differences are compared to the Monsters I'm used to.  Damn rain won't go away though! 

[bulldogs2k]

what is the issue? price of gas?    seriously.. flaw?

some owners are expierencing the same symptoms as the S2R 1000, however, this is with 696's with DP kits.  The bikes would run too lean and will lead to sputtering, stalling, and over heating. 

I was all for the 696, but now I'll wait for the problem to be fixed (if they do fix it) or buy a s2r 800. 

[Cucciolo]

mmm... I am sorry to hear that. I'm sure it can be addressed ... but it sucks that such a great concept has old problems like this.

[Howie]

I test rode a 696 today, 30+ miles.  Gotta say I am impressed   The suspension actually works out of the box (for me anyway).  Fantastic handling, good high speed stability, nice acceleration, smooth engine.  There was a little throttle snatch at low speed, possibly due to a little to much play in the throttle cable, but more likely a combination of me getting used to the riding position and the feel of APC clutch.  Otherwise the engine was surge free and very responsive.  The riding position does take some getting used to, but it is comfy. 

[707soldier]

 

[mattyvas]

Hey all,

    I put a post up on the general board looking for clips of a 696 with termi's
there was a few posted but nothing from "us" can someone do me a favor and do me a you tube clip
showing how great those termi's sound, I am sure they sound amazing but I need to really hear some.

thanks
Matty...

[Buford]

How are the ergonomics on the 696? I haven't had the chance to see one in the flesh. The reach looks a bit more aggressive than on the '99 Monster 750 I used to own. Comfort is the biggest issue in my old age. 

[stopintime]

How are the ergonomics on the 696? I haven't had the chance to see one in the flesh. The reach looks a bit more aggressive than on the '99 Monster 750 I used to own. Comfort is the biggest issue in my old age. 

I only sat on it for a minute, but at 47 and 6'4", I found it more comfortable due to the footpegs being a little forward and/or down plus the handle bars closer. My impression then and there.

[MonsterLove]

I think it looks amazing, and I was gutted when my husby decided against getting one. I tried really hard to influence him, I really did. Alas, it wasn't enough. 
I love the look and I bet it's a fun ride...

Celeste

[Popeye the Sailor]

I think it looks amazing, and I was gutted when my husby decided against getting one. I tried really hard to influence him, I really did. Alas, it wasn't enough. 
I love the look and I bet it's a fun ride...

Celeste

Well...you know....there's no reason you can't get one.


Or, barring morals, find one of the many fine gennelmen here who possess one 

[MonsterLove]

Well...you know....there's no reason you can't get one.


Or, barring morals, find one of the many fine gennelmen here who possess one 

LOL I have my 2000 Monster 750 to love, and there is that little problem that Greg bought his bike last week so plunking down another 10K in a week probably isn't in the cards. Plus, I have morals 
Nah, I'm just going to get my tank painted soon, and fix up all the dings and broken lights to make it look presentable again. (ductape is holding all the turn signals together  ) Hey, it's got 61K on it, it's not exactly a showroom bike anymore. Someday though...I just might upgrade. You never know!

Celeste

[707soldier]

LOL I have my 2000 Monster 750 to love, and there is that little problem that Greg bought his bike last week so plunking down another 10K in a week probably isn't in the cards. Plus, I have morals 
Nah, I'm just going to get my tank painted soon, and fix up all the dings and broken lights to make it look presentable again. (ductape is holding all the turn signals together  ) Hey, it's got 61K on it, it's not exactly a showroom bike anymore. Someday though...I just might upgrade. You never know!

Celeste

upgrade the bike, the hubby or both? jk 

[MonsterLove]

upgrade the bike, the hubby or both? jk 

LOL shhhhh don't tell anyone, but it would be the bike.

My husby? He's yummy. I'm not trading him in for a newer model anytime soon!   


Celeste

[Howie]

How are the ergonomics on the 696? I haven't had the chance to see one in the flesh. The reach looks a bit more aggressive than on the '99 Monster 750 I used to own. Comfort is the biggest issue in my old age. 

I did a 30 mile test ride.  You are sitting closer to the bars, so you are less leaned over.  The peg position is also more relaxed, though somehow it seems like there is more available lean angle.  The itty bitty windscreen does have some effect at speed.  The seating position is a little strange and would take me a while to get used to.  The suspension, at least for me, works quite well out of the box and is quite comfy.  Overall, I was quite impressed.

[Spider]

The new instrument cluster looks great - with the carbon cover.

and the guys who buy the dark or black models should seriously think about ceramic coating that header...that would look cool (literally!)

Matty Vas - I can see you buying one at $15k and having it up to $30k with the mods!

I'm emailing you the accessories catalog right now!