High RPM problem?

[cintronr]

Hello everyone,

I have a Monster 796 2013 with 11,000 Miles. I have this issue where my bike briefly revs high (red lines) for a second or two then rides normally, in all gears except 1st. The only modifications done, which could be to blame, are a power commander 5 and two brother slip-ons. When connecting my laptop to my power commander, no errors are shown. Any input is greatly appreciated.

[Howie]

Slipping clutch?

[cintronr]

I was thinking about that but, I don't lose acceleration or power when this happens...

[ducpainter]

Does it sound like the engine is racing, or is it just the tach?

[cintronr]

It does seem as if the engine is racing.

[koko64]

Recently change the oil?

[Blackout]

sounds like clutch slip, seems kind of soon though.

[Howie]

If the engine accelerates and the engine is in gear but the bike doesn't power is interrupted somewhere.  You might also look at the chain.  If it is real loose it can skip.  As koko mentioned, oil.  That clutch is oil sensitive.

[cintronr]

So I think it's my clutch... Went somewhere, same issue while riding. I parked somewhere for 20mins, started and went to ride away(1st gear), releasing clutch almost completely and gave some throttle and it revved and barely moved. Took a few seconds for it to build up speed all while revving high. By the grace of some deity, I made it home with the bike revving high most of the time, in all gears. Dropping off tomorrow and the shop will look at the bike Wednesday... I have the aftermarket warranty so hopefully I'm not out of pocket. I only have 11k miles too!!!

[Howie]

Before condemning the clutch check free play at the lever (1.5-2mm.) and make sure you are using motorcycle specific oil with an MA (proper friction for a wet clutch) oil.  Not sure?  Change it.

[cintronr]

I appreciate the responses. I took a look at the levers and there doesn't seem to be an issue. The bike has recommended oil so don't believe that is an issue either. Ill see what the shop says when they take a look at it Wednesday.

On another note, is it normal for the clutch to be replaced this early? I only have 11,000 Miles. I have had other  things break on this Ducati and on another Ducati (Monster 696 2009, which was stolen), I will never buy another Ducati. And when the warranty runs out on this one, I'm doing a engine swap from a more reliable motorcycle. Sick and tired of the constant problems.

[ducpainter]

Clutch life depends on many things.

Riding style, environment...meaning do you ride in stop and go traffic all the time, or in the country...being only two.

Good luck on getting an engine from a different manufacturer to fit into your Duc frame.

[cintronr]

Most of my daily commute is 20 miles high way, 9/10 I never have to stop on the highway. Traffic flows quite nicely at around 60-80Mph. If I cannot find another motorcycle engine that will fit my Ducati, ill simply purchase another make of motorcycle. I have a friend that has a GSXR 750 that has over 30K miles, no issues, and he abuses the hell out of it. I don't see why Ducati's always have so many problems.

Again, I appreciate the feedback.

[Blackout]

I have the same clutch in my Speed Triple. 60K miles later. That bike is incredible on chains and sprockets, too. I only have to change them about every 25K and even then the sprockets still look damn good.

[ducpainter]

Most of my daily commute is 20 miles high way, 9/10 I never have to stop on the highway. Traffic flows quite nicely at around 60-80Mph. If I cannot find another motorcycle engine that will fit my Ducati, ill simply purchase another make of motorcycle. I have a friend that has a GSXR 750 that has over 30K miles, no issues, and he abuses the hell out of it. I don't see why Ducati's always have so many problems.

Again, I appreciate the feedback.

If what you want from a bike is Japanese reliability, gross generalization, there are many reliable bikes including Ducatis, then that's what you should get.

Not all Ducatis have problems. The clutch on my 96 M900 has over 30K on it. It's louder than the exhaust, but it works just fine. I have had to replace slave cylinder seals, but the bike is 21 years old. I don't consider that a problem.