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

[[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? 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 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/NewsArchive...les_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.

[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

[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.

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.

[mjvduc]

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

mjvduc