Hampton Roads Ducati thread

[kriswhite_23505]

Dave it is nice to hear that Redline was nice to you. I have to admit that I disagree with you on the white color. IMHO there isn't a sweeter color than that pearl white. Everytime I see it I get a little wet spot. When you are going down the street and you see a red Duc you have to look really hard to make it out. Ain't no mistaking that pearl though. Once again just MHO.

[Bun-bun]

I'm really not happy with these high mount GPR pipes I put on. I think I'm going back to stock. I may see if I can get the guys down at Big Al's to bend me a set of low mounts, or I may just put them up for sale.
The problem is lack of clearance between the rearset and swingarm, especially on the left side. I tried installing the supplied spacers, but that leaves the rearset bolts with about 4-5 threads into the female ends. Not nearly enough, and I don't want to damage the bike.
Just don't be surprised if I show up for Knotts island with a whisper instead of a roar.
Jeff

[bulldogs2k]

That sucks, I wanted to hear this roar!

[Bun-bun]

That sucks, I wanted to hear this roar!

Sorry, man,
I got an unscheduled couple hours today, and switched 'em back already.

[krisna999]

Hey guys,

Fellow Ducati owner here saying hi. Not a Monster owner (had 2 in the past) but I currently ride a 999 and a FZ1. Moved into the Hampton Roads area in 2005 and its good to know that there are other Duc owners here.

I used to live in the DC metro area so I am still pretty connected with the MAD (Mid-Atlantic Duc owners) guys.....

[bulldogs2k]

Hey guys,

Fellow Ducati owner here saying hi. Not a Monster owner (had 2 in the past) but I currently ride a 999 and a FZ1. Moved into the Hampton Roads area in 2005 and its good to know that there are other Duc owners here.

I used to live in the DC metro area so I am still pretty connected with the MAD (Mid-Atlantic Duc owners) guys.....

Welcome!

I used to live in the metro area but recently tranfered to the hampton roads for school.  Not a duc owner yet but I ride a CRF and just sold my Yamaha seca 650 with 86k miles on her.  We have a ride coming up and you should join us. 


Jeff,

......that makes me sad.   

[CMDRDAVE]

Welcome Krisna.
Definitely come out of the ride sunday.  I don't think we have set an official time/place, but I think we are assuming the following:
10:00, at the Exxon on the corner of Indian River and Lynhaven (not PA )in VB.  Riding out to Knotts island and back.

If you know any good local roads, please share the knowledge.  I think most of us are using trial and error to find them.

I'm heading up to DC soon, so I might hit you up for some info if you don't mind.

[krisna999]

...I'll join you guys one of these weekends. I've been here now over two years and have had a chance to pretty much explore the area. I have to say the Hampton Roads area SUCKS if you like twisty roads.

Knotts Island, Blackwater, Ballahack, Benefit are pretty much the only good roads in the area, in my opinion....and its just OK.

Lately, about once a month, my buddies and I would take the bikes up to WV to get some proper twisty roads.

....BUT, I'd love to ride with local DUC guys just to get to know more like minded folks....

...well, there are plenty of good roads right outside of the DC metro area. Plenty. Send me message with your email and I can direct you to pretty good roads.

[krisna999]

...I'll join you guys one of these weekends. I've been here now over two years and have had a chance to pretty much explore the area. I have to say the Hampton Roads area SUCKS if you like twisty roads.

Knotts Island, Blackwater, Ballahack, Benefit are pretty much the only good roads in the area, in my opinion....and its just OK.

Lately, about once a month, my buddies and I would take the bikes up to WV to get some proper twisty roads.

....BUT, I'd love to ride with local DUC guys just to get to know more like minded folks....

...well, there are plenty of good roads right outside of the DC metro area. Plenty. Send me message with your email and I can direct you to pretty good roads.

..man, i live about 3 miles from that gas station. I can't make it this weekend though....

[kriswhite_23505]

Welcome Krisna.
Definitely come out of the ride sunday.  I don't think we have set an official time/place, but I think we are assuming the following:
10:00, at the Exxon on the corner of Indian River and Lynhaven (not PA )in VB.  Riding out to Knotts island and back.

If you know any good local roads, please share the knowledge.  I think most of us are using trial and error to find them.

I'm heading up to DC soon, so I might hit you up for some info if you don't mind.

Krisna...welcome aboard. I hope to see you out there one of these weekends while the weather is tolerable.

Do we have a roll call of who all is going? I know me!!! [moto]

[bulldogs2k]

I'm trying to go, but my gf complains that i'm not spending enough time with her.   

[kriswhite_23505]

I'm trying to go, but my gf complains that i'm not spending enough time with her.   

My bike makes the same complaint...LOL!!! I understand.

[Bun-bun]

I'm trying to go, but my gf complains that i'm not spending enough time with her.   

You have to get her to ride with you 
Tell her you want to show her what you love, and share it. GF's are BIG on sharing!

I'm on for Sunday. Yellow 620 Dave has to pass. My Harley buddy wants to, but probably won't (He has to find a babysitter for his kids-wife's out of town.).

Krisna, Welcome.
As I think you can tell, we're not real snobby about whether you ride a monster.  Hope you can make the weekend trip, but if not, keep tuning in, we try to set up something every couple of weeks. We're also trying to set up a Busch Gardens meetup with the other areas (Richmond, D.C. Etc.) for August. Let us know when you set something up for WV, some of us might tag along.
Jeff

[CMDRDAVE]

I am going for a 1-2 hour ride this afternoon.  I am some what flexible on time and very flexible on location.  PM me or post here.  I'll check back a few times before I go.

[CMDRDAVE]

hmmm . . .  black clouds . . . radar doesn't look too bad . . . I'm going!