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Wanna buy ::
looking at '05 1000S
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jeffpm
Replies: 2
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looking at '05 1000S Posted: Fri May 29, 2009 2:18 pm |
| You basically have all the things to look out for. Some owner's valve guides were bad without showing any symptoms, but generally hard starting, poor running at low rpm, oil consumption are signs of b ... |
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Any last words?
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jeffpm
Replies: 7
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Any last words? Posted: Mon Dec 29, 2008 9:23 pm |
| Bikes aren't forever, don't obsess. Just buy it and enjoy it, when you get tired of it or want a different bike-sell and buy another. |
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Buying 2005 1000DS, but mech problem. Help please!
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jeffpm
Replies: 11
Views: 22564
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Buying 2005 1000DS, but mech problem. Help please! Posted: Fri Nov 14, 2008 12:18 pm |
| I'd agree with the others. If the seller isn't even bothering to clean the bike before selling, chances are he hasn't taken very good care of it. Another one will come along. |
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other equipment/mod questions/insurance questions
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jeffpm
Replies: 6
Views: 14439
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other equipment/mod questions/insurance questions Posted: Wed Aug 13, 2008 1:15 pm |
| The rear hugger prevents a lot of road grime off the rear tire from coating the rear shock and linkages. The power outlet allows you to plug in electrical accessories like heated riding gear, gps unit ... |
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Thinking of buying a 07 MTS 1100S demo
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jeffpm
Replies: 12
Views: 22513
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Thinking of buying a 07 MTS 1100S demo Posted: Sat Feb 02, 2008 12:48 pm |
I'll take a stab at your questions.
I wouldn't be concerned about the bike being a demo unit too much. The average Ducati rider (and Ducati demo rider) tend to be a little more mature and aren't go ... |
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Need more info before purchasing
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jeffpm
Replies: 10
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Need more info before purchasing Posted: Sat Nov 03, 2007 6:37 pm |
| I have the 1000, but also considered the 620. Your choice depends on what the majority of your riding will be. I commute 8 miles into work and it is all surface streets - lots of stop lights, buses, c ... |
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Wanna buy ::
04 Maintenance costs
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jeffpm
Replies: 2
Views: 6549
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04 Maintenance costs Posted: Sat Jun 09, 2007 8:42 pm |
| How many miles are on the bike? The big services are at 6,000 and 12,000. Check with your local dealer on what they charge for those services. If you're a little bit handy you can handle some of the w ... |
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mts 620 vs sv-650 (my comparison)
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jeffpm
Replies: 8
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mts 620 vs sv-650 (my comparison) Posted: Sat Jun 09, 2007 8:35 pm |
| Is your friends SV a naked or the faired model? I actually sold my SV naked before purchasing the MTS. I agree with most of your comments, though I have the 1000 and haven't ridden a 620. For me the b ... |
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Wanna buy ::
Ready for new bike, possibly a 1100S
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jeffpm
Replies: 2
Views: 6766
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Ready for new bike, possibly a 1100S Posted: Thu Oct 26, 2006 2:06 pm |
Glenn,
Only a few members here have the 1100S as it is a brand new model. Hopefully they'll post replies. The sidestand has been fixed since '05 and the mirrors as well. Although the mirrors don't ... |
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SV650S to MTS620 - Hey! Hey!
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jeffpm
Replies: 9
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SV650S to MTS620 - Hey! Hey! Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 5:07 pm |
| I was basically in your shoes, tomorrow I pick up a lightly used '05 Multi. I bought an '03 SV650 based on all the reports of what a great bike it was. Long story short, it didn't work for me, fortuna ... |
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Wanna buy ::
1000, 620 or ....
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jeffpm
Replies: 10
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1000, 620 or .... Posted: Thu Aug 17, 2006 12:00 am |
made an offer on an '05 1000S with 3,000 miles. Waiting to hear on financing.
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'nother valve guide query
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jeffpm
Replies: 13
Views: 20233
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number only Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2006 2:41 pm |
I was only given the number of the service bulletin, not the actual bulletin itself. Sorry.
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Wanna buy ::
'nother valve guide query
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jeffpm
Replies: 13
Views: 20233
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info received Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2006 9:13 pm |
Scot,
Thanks for the info, it was helpful. I contacted David at Ducati Seattle and he was very helpful. In case anyone needs it, the information concerning valve guide issues is in a service bullet ... |
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'nother valve guide query
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jeffpm
Replies: 13
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'nother valve guide query Posted: Tue Jul 25, 2006 1:10 pm |
| I'm looking at buying an '04 Multi. I'm a little concerned about the valve guide issue, I don't want spend all my hard earned cash on the bike only to find a hefty repair bill for new valve guides a c ... |
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Wanna buy ::
1000, 620 or ....
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jeffpm
Replies: 10
Views: 19902
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1000, 620 or .... Posted: Wed Jul 12, 2006 12:55 pm |
| I'm about 2 weeks to 2 months away from being able to pull the trigger on a Multistrada. Life just hasn't been the same since selling my '94 e900 several years ago and I want another Ducati (love the ... |
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