Ducati Monster! Whos got em and what do ya think?

[[ENDLES]]

Hi
Im new to these forums but have been riding for 5 years or so
Im about to upgrade my bandit (first bike) to a Ducati Monster (S4)
Just wanting to find out what owners and haters think about them etc?
Im intending on using it 70% town 30% open road
thoughts anyone?

[LB]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Monsters. As you can see, I have two (both two-valvers though, not S4 or S4R)

PM me your email address or phone number and I'll get in contact (rather than bore everyone silly with hours of rambling on this site.....) I can put you in contact with some S4 or S4R owners if you wish.

Lynda

[[ENDLES]]

Cheers, just lining up an 03 S4 and trying to find out as much about them before I make up my mind and purchase

[sAsLEX]

rather than bore everyone silly with hours of rambling on this site.....

why not?

Will be usefull to anyone else looking for a Monster........


you know you want to!


hmmm what Carbon Fibre accessories can you get for a monster?

Do they make matching sunglasses?

[enigma51]

mate of mine have a monster and it goes pretty good except for the first few km lot of things fell off (vibration) but other than that all good.


Ps not important stuff fell off just number plates wof holders etc!

[[ENDLES]]

why not?

Will be usefull to anyone else looking for a Monster........


you know you want to!


hmmm what Carbon Fibre accessories can you get for a monster?

Do they make matching sunglasses?

The one im looking at has carbon fibre pipes, front and rear cf guards, adjustable ohlins shocky, and an aftermarket clutch. They all seam to be the most readily available parts
The only thing that annoys me about them is they only are a single seater. No pillion. Guess i will just have to teach my lady friends to ride thier own

[Kickaha]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Monsters. As you can see, I have two (both two-valvers though, not S4 or S4R)


How many KM did yours have on it before the first breakdown?:blip:

[Coyote]

why not?

Will be usefull to anyone else looking for a Monster........

Yeah, I'm interested. Won't be able to afford one for a few years yet but it would still be good to know what they're like

[Mooch]

Don't show LB this one then , Hamish will need to work 24 hours...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/The-Baddest-Ducati-Monster-Ever_W0QQitemZ4607480878QQcategoryZ49988QQrdZ1QQcm dZViewItem

[SixPackBack]

']The one im looking at has carbon fibre pipes, front and rear cf guards, adjustable ohlins shocky, and an aftermarket clutch. They all seam to be the most readily available parts
The only thing that annoys me about them is they only are a single seater. No pillion. Guess i will just have to teach my lady friends to ride thier own

Monsters have a cowl that can be removed exposing the rest of the seat, pillion's are accommodated reasonably comfortably.
My experiences with a M750 for over 30,000 Queensland kilometers was largely positive, they have there quirks for sure, but owning one has more owner satisfaction than any Japper I have owned......they have personality.

[buellbabe]

How many KM did yours have on it before the first breakdown?:blip:

OUCH!!!...

[Troll]

wife has one, great bike, borrow it quite often, thinking seriously about buying one for myself

[mjvduc]

i had a monster for almost 8 years, one of the best bikes I ever owned. Personally I had no breakdown(s) and no major problems, changed one camshaft and one rockers before I sold it! Just do a regular service, use the right engine oil and give it a bit time before you open the throttle. A monster is much nicer to ride than most of the other naked bikes:whistle: , but you have to like the character of the V-twin. Go for an “oldish” 1000s instead of buying a S2 or S4, engine is much nicer to ride and you don’t have to rev it all the time.


Have fun

mjv

[mjvduc]

btw

a monster isn't a city bike

and you get lots of aftermarket parts, at least over here :bleh:

[El Dopa]

Anyone got an opinion/ridden the Monster 400?

[[ENDLES]]

Dont know about a M400, but ive just ridden a M900 carb, a M900 injected, a M1000DS a S2 and a S4. For the weight increase of the Monster chassis (over most 250's) I personally wouldnt look lower than the M900 carb, Ive seen plenty of early 90's ones for similar money to the 400's. I felt it was rather underpowered for the engine size. I think they have about 65hp-75hp and weight 180-200kg depending on model. Not much of a jump from my 250 which weights 160kg with 39hp

[Finn]

There's an 2002 S4 in Auck for $10k. It's an import. Let me know if you're interested and I'll get you the details.

[ducatilover]

']Dont know about a M400, but ive just ridden a M900 carb, a M900 injected, a M1000DS a S2 and a S4. For the weight increase of the Monster chassis (over most 250's) I personally wouldnt look lower than the M900 carb, Ive seen plenty of early 90's ones for similar money to the 400's. I felt it was rather underpowered for the engine size. I think they have about 65hp-75hp and weight 180-200kg depending on model. Not much of a jump from my 250 which weights 160kg with 39hp
ummm remember the huge difference in torque? :Punk: just like me thinking "if i find a cbr/zxr250 fairly average in grunt i wont find a bros650 that great" i forgot to take into account the torque:crazy: and it was rather scary

[c4.]

I was trying to find a reasonable m750/600 so I could do all my round town chores on 2 wheels, saving parking and gas, but wanted something that could handle decent runs as well. After missing out on 2 bikes, and testing the m900 (not a round town bike), I happened across a m400 at Haldanes.
First ride had me sold. I love my little monster. I now fill my wagon about once a month and have clocked up some hefty open road kms as well.

[[ENDLES]]

There's an 2002 S4 in Auck for $10k. It's an import. Let me know if you're interested and I'll get you the details.

Thats very cheap. Got one lined up. 01 19k red carbon pipes etc

[c4.]

What a difference a day makes.
Just traded my much loved 4hundy for a rather sexy m1000s ie
Very happy with that.

[Mooch]

Endless , Don't forget to cost in replacement cambelts / valve adjustments for the S4 that are due at 20,000 km. Other than that, enjoy.

[mjvduc]

If you are not restricted, go for 900cc. The 400 was a special production line for the Japanese Market and it might get expensive to pick up parts and spares. I know you guys are not much into customizing but it is much easier to run, customize and maintain a 900cc engine, start of with a 2V engine and get used to “ducati”. You will have heaps of fun with an ie and might be able to buy one for under 10grand.

Good luck

mjvduc

[miSTa]

I've just read that Ducatis biggest selling bike in Australia is the S2R Monster, followed by the 620.

http://www.mcnews.com.au/NewsArchives/2006/feb/sales_ducati.htm

Maybe there's something in the little Monsters?

[kawaman]

Been chased by a monster s4, and have also chased for a good few km's. Apart from having no fairing making it a workout for the rider at high speeds the thing pretty much flew and handled great. Lots and lots of grunt.

[[ENDLES]]

Endless , Don't forget to cost in replacement cambelts / valve adjustments for the S4 that are due at 20,000 km. Other than that, enjoy.

Thanks for that. I almost forgot about that. have now sorted belts and full service including valve adjustments. Not cheap but thank god the old man can service ducatis desmdromic 4 valve

[[ENDLES]]

Been chased by a monster s4, and have also chased for a good few km's. Apart from having no fairing making it a workout for the rider at high speeds the thing pretty much flew and handled great. Lots and lots of grunt.

Yeah ive been considering that alot. I intend on using the bike alot on the open road but im just a wee man and dont know how well i will handle being bullied by the wind. :argh:

[classic zed]

But I have a broken 2002 ST4 just in from the States (Texas) waiting for bits ...... 5 weeks for a chain adjuster!!!

Glad I dont own a Duke:bash:

[woody68]

Best thing to do after any long ride on a twin is to check all the bolts.
All of them.
I lost a front Sprocket a couple of weeks ago and I've had a lose indicator and fairing bolts as well.

Lucky for me my rear tyre was a little low and i went in to vegas to pump it up, the sprocket just poped off going through the lights in between gear changes.:gob:

Duc's don't like cities and i don't go there much but this time it may have saved my life.

So check your nuts and bolts it may just save you some money or your life.

Duc's gota luv em.:scooter:

[mjvduc]

use a bit of loctite, riding and doing duc's since 1997 never had a loose bolt or screw.

mjvduc