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James Deuce

20th January 2005, 10:40

I've located a 93 Ducati 900SS for a reasonable price, that is located somewhere between Putaruru and Tokoroa. Is there anyone up that way that could check the beastie out for me?

Cheers

Jim

Pwalo

20th January 2005, 10:57

I've located a 93 Ducati 900SS for a reasonable price, that is located somewhere between Putaruru and Tokoroa. Is there anyone up that way that could check the beastie out for me?

Cheers

Jim

No Jim, don't go to the dark side. You'll be spending up large on carbon fibre do das, and swanky Italian gear before you know it.

jrandom

20th January 2005, 11:00

No! Don't do it, Jim!

Someone lock him in a room until sanity returns!

jrandom

20th January 2005, 11:01

It's a motorcycle, Jim, but not as we know it...

bungbung

20th January 2005, 11:04

I have heard of horrific prices for Duc' parts; would you believe $700 for replacement sunglasses?

Paul in NZ

20th January 2005, 11:09

HA!

No more comment needed but you know what I'm thinking!

Paul N

Paul in NZ

20th January 2005, 11:11

I've located a 93 Ducati 900SS for a reasonable price, that is located somewhere between Putaruru and Tokoroa.

Is that where the current owner ran out of money?

Paul N

Gixxer 4 ever

20th January 2005, 11:16

Is that where the current owner ran out of money?

Paul N
Now that's not very nice but probably very true ;)

Sniper

20th January 2005, 11:19

It's a motorcycle, Jim, but not as we know it...

Not as we know it
Not as we know Jim

et al

20th January 2005, 11:27

Jim you beauty!
Ignore all those negative comments from people who do not understand, and probably never will.

Blackbird

20th January 2005, 11:27

Will PM you to get a few more details

Geoff

Hitcher

20th January 2005, 11:50

Jim, you of course realise that Lynda will be around with an accessories brochure faster than you can say "titanium sliders"...

sels1

20th January 2005, 12:10

:killingme :killingme :killingme Funniest thread of the week. Where's Bakemins 2c worth??

Riff Raff

20th January 2005, 13:27

:niceone: I'm proud of you Jim - you go for it and don't listen to the opinions of the uncouth rabble who will try to sway your decision.

Yay for Ducati!

Fryin Finn

20th January 2005, 13:58

A Ducati for a reasonable price means it's probably buggered

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 14:05

A Ducati for a reasonable price means it's probably buggered
I have an expert Inspector employed :)

We'll find out.

But good point nonetheless.

Sniper

20th January 2005, 14:12

"Finds large stick and tries to beat some sense into Jims head"

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 14:16

"Finds large stick and tries to beat some sense into Jims head"
You live in the Sth Is.

jrandom

20th January 2005, 14:17

You live in the Sth Is.

He did say a 'large' stick.

vifferman

20th January 2005, 14:18

Go for it, Jim!

Woohoo!!
Yay for Jim and the Ducati! :first:

Umm.... does this mean that you'll get rid of that Family Guy thingo when you're a member of the Ducatisti? :spudwhat:

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 14:26

Umm.... does this mean that you'll get rid of that Family Guy thingo when you're a member of the Ducatisti? :spudwhat:

Is there an Italian Family Guy??

vifferman

20th January 2005, 14:41

Is there an Italian Family Guy??
Yes. He's very styley, and he licks other people's nipples (but only if they're of the female persuasion). :yes:

Sniper

20th January 2005, 14:44

You live in the Sth Is.

Damn, so I can swim, I think? Have a :apint: Jim you deserve it

ducatijim

20th January 2005, 15:28

Joni

20th January 2005, 15:42

Woooohoooo Jim!
Go for it.
If its in good nick and the price is right, I would not think twice. In fact I have seen the same 900SS on the road for a few days now.... very very nice! Have someone check it out and take it from there...
:niceone:

inlinefour

20th January 2005, 15:42

A Ducati for a reasonable price means it's probably buggered

A person that is in so much finacial poo that they are having a big sell off before the heavies roll in :bye:

vifferman

20th January 2005, 15:42

Welcome to KiwiBiker, ducatijim! :spudwave:

Firefight

20th January 2005, 15:44

PM What, he works at or near Licfield thats halfway between both Towns, and hes a pretty bloody knowledable(sp?) bloke.

F/F

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 16:54

Hey you go for a dook if you fancy one....those detractors are ENVIOUS!! thats all !! I live about 40 min away from this place that the dook 'made it to' and currantly ride a 944 so I could go over and look at it for you? I can send digipix if you want?

Hey! Welcome to the site and thanks for the offer!

I've already got another KBer having a look tonight (this place gives you warm fuzzies, so if you're a curmudgeon it may end up being a bit much), so you kind offer isn;t required - this time :)

Cheers

Jim

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 16:54

PM What, he works at or near Licfield thats halfway between both Towns, and hes a pretty bloody knowledable(sp?) bloke.

F/F
Thanks F/F - I've got my area operative onto it, and he has already begun the recon mission.

I'll let you all know what happens soon enough!

Cheers

Jim

Hooks

20th January 2005, 17:10

Just remember that they cost more to fix when they get gravel rash :moon: ... So be warned Jim... :innocent:

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 17:17

Just remember that they cost more to fix when they get gravel rash :moon: ... So be warned Jim... :innocent:

At the price I'm looking at it will be a write off if it does go down.

You can mock all you want, but I am perfectly aware of what happens to bikes in my budget range when it goes wrong.

So there.

gav

20th January 2005, 17:59

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 18:47

Did you hear anymore on that TRX850 on trademe? What did it sell for in the end?
What about......
92 Fireblade $5600 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports-tourer/auction-21081980.htm)
SV650 - seems Frosty has his eye on this (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports-tourer/auction-20855045.htm)
92 900SS $6200 (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Sports-tourer/auction-20875819.htm)
Saw those.

The Black 900SS isn't standard and has been repainted due to a couple of bins. The Fireblade owner hasn't returned my call.

The SV leaves me with nothing left over to buy Insurance :) Plus I do NOT need to piss Frosty off again :)

riffer

20th January 2005, 18:55

Plus I do NOT need to piss Frosty off again :)

Jim, you'll never know the pranks I talked that fella out of pulling on you... :sweatdrop

20th January 2005, 19:03

I'm a bit busy at the moment but I'm sure I could find the time to take it for a test ride to suss it out for you, Jim :D

:laugh:

marty

20th January 2005, 20:00

Yes. He's very styley, and he licks other people's nipples (but only if they're of the female persuasion). :yes:

i thought he licked their armpits

Sensei

20th January 2005, 20:06

Check for crack's around headset area & see if it's had it's Rectifier /regulator been done as this is something that most Duke's have trouble with . If these go & the bike over charge's then they usely blow their coil's not long after . Duke wiring on the early 90's bike's not that great & pay's to check the connection's regularly for corrosion .
SENSEI

Blakamin

20th January 2005, 21:01

Welcome to the the "RED" side, Jim2 :first: you know you want to....
There is an Italian Family Guy.... his name is "Don"
dont let any wannabe's tell you bullshit stories... my Duc has cost $87 in 3 months... thats oil, filter and a speedo cable.... I'll help ya with any routine maintenence..... it's all easy... easier than doin a in-line 4!!!! :ride:

Paul in NZ

20th January 2005, 21:13

I'm not sure I can keep a lid on myself any longer.....

Call me tomorrow for a coffee so I can kick you...

Paul N

James Deuce

20th January 2005, 21:16

I'm not sure I can keep a lid on myself any longer.....

Call me tomorrow for a coffee so I can kick you...

Paul N

If you pay, you can do anything you want to me :)

Blakamin

20th January 2005, 21:18

I'm not sure I can keep a lid on myself any longer.....

Call me tomorrow for a coffee so I can kick you...

Paul N
OI... at least its an Italian Twin :niceone:

21st January 2005, 04:19

No Jim, don't go to the dark side. You'll be spending up large on carbon fibre do das, and swanky Italian gear before you know it.
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And that's a problem because.....???????
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21st January 2005, 04:23

I have heard of horrific prices for Duc' parts; would you believe $700 for replacement sunglasses?
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As fate would have it, I spoke with an Oakley dealer from Chch yesterday, and he tells me that my Oakley Titanium Ducati-laser-etched-lens Juliets for which I paid $699.95 (NOT $700) have, because of the exchange rate, come down somewhat in price. I was too crestfallen to ask exactly how much....

He also tells me there are several new styles of Oakley Ducati laser-etched-lens sunnies now available. I've asked him to send me a catalogue (to work so Hamish doesn't know).

Anyone who's interested - the shop is in Northlands Mall in Christchurch, called something like "Exotic Eyes" and tell them Lynda sent you.
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21st January 2005, 04:25

Jim you beauty!
Ignore all those negative comments from people who do not understand, and probably never will.
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I'm with you on this one et al.....Jim2, I won't charge for my consultancy services in teaching you about buying Ducati accessories. Her_B4's lessons are coming along nicely, she's a quick learner in the shopping stakes.
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21st January 2005, 04:31

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Keep me posted on this issue Jim2 - as Hitcher says, I've got a Ducati catalogue waiting to show you.

Did you know you can buy Dainese Ducati boots with titanium toe sliders and c/fibre shins/heels?
$794.00 per pair.
I have a black pair and a red pair. They are lovely boots. (Just whetting your appetite here.....)
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Paul in NZ

21st January 2005, 05:37

OI... at least its an Italian Twin :niceone:

Yes! The evil one!

Blackbird

21st January 2005, 06:09

I didn't realise that owning a Ducati turned you into a poser, just like the male Italian population, hehe.

:2thumbsup

James Deuce

21st January 2005, 06:13

I didn't realise that owning a Ducati turned you into a poser, just like the male Italian population, hehe.

:2thumbsup

It's the Italian under-25 female population I'm interested in. You know; before they get fat and grow a moustache, and stop shaving their legs and armpits. :)

Blackbird

21st January 2005, 06:38

Got it in one: The "Why do Italian boys grow moustaches - so that they can look like their mothers" Syndrome...

I thought for a minute that you were going to have a sly dig at Lynda (like I was :msn-wink: )

FROSTY

21st January 2005, 07:20

Fuggit Jim --I passed through that there town about 3.00pm yesterday
I'da looked at the duck for ya :mad:

James Deuce

21st January 2005, 07:21

Fuggit Jim --I passed through that there town about 3.00pm yesterday
I'da looked at the duck for ya :mad:

You'd have bought it, just to annoy me. I probably deserve that though :)

Sensei

21st January 2005, 10:41

{dont let any wannabe's tell you bullshit stories... } Owned 2 Ducati's & they do cost money !!! when you run them flat out all the time . Been there played that song ! The 900ss was a bitch to ride hard had to put heap's of weight over the front when pushing it round corner . Still every one buy's them for different reason's . Sound alone is not enough for me
SENSEI :wacko:

FROSTY

21st January 2005, 11:15

You'd have bought it, just to annoy me. I probably deserve that though :)
Nahh mate I wouldn't do that to ya. dont matter anyhoo -Im here now :Offtopic:

James Deuce

21st January 2005, 11:16

I'll post an update tonight.

Blackbird is a gentleman.

Sniper

21st January 2005, 12:53

It's the Italian under-25 female population I'm interested in. You know; before they get fat and grow a moustache, and stop shaving their legs and armpits. :)

Ahhh that reminds me of something a German gentelman told me a week ago after I asked him what German people were like. His exact words were,

We are a big people, huge muscles, 200 kilograms or more, body hair to stay warm, can drink our own weight in alchol in a night................ wait for it.............. and thats just the women :shit:

FROSTY

21st January 2005, 16:18

Paul in NZ

21st January 2005, 16:31

JIM JIM -do ya really think ol frosty would carry A GRUDGE?
Not tthis boy --
But keep in mind that celtic-well lubricated with beer and single malt reluctantly gave me your adress.
That jock itch you've experienced over the last 2 days --I'd go get that checked out --and never leave ya undies on the line overnight.

You dumbarse Frosty...

That was his wifes knickers. Jims are the red satin crotchless ones with the bows next to them.

Paul N :2thumbsup

FROSTY

21st January 2005, 16:40

ooops---
Ok now for those of ya that take everything I post seriously--IM TAKING THE PISS --ok

Riff Raff

21st January 2005, 18:28

ooops---
Ok now for those of ya that take everything I post seriously--IM TAKING THE PISS --ok
Eeeuw - what you gonna do with it. Uh oh, some poor bastard's in for it now!!!

gav

21st January 2005, 21:07

I'll post an update tonight.

Blackbird is a gentleman.
Well? The suspense is killing me :unsure:

MacD

21st January 2005, 21:55

Well? The suspense is killing me :unsure:

Profile...or is it part of a cunning plan? ;)

gav

21st January 2005, 22:17

Faaaarrrrrrkkkkkk, that is UGLY !!!!
This, however is Sex on Wheels! :not:
Its the 05 Ducati MotoGP weapon, shame they don't have any decent riders .....
Give it to Xaus ! :niceone: oh, hes gone to Yamaha, bugger....