2003 Ducati 749 - good or dog?

**748south** · 22nd September 2011, 08:16

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Shit thats a good price, personally i think they look shit hot with front white number panel, rear monoposta seat fairing with white panels, just breaks all the red, i did that to my 748 and it totally modernised the look of the bike, i dont think you would find a cheaper 749 ay.

**5150** · 22nd September 2011, 08:52

Originally Posted by supa.m

Mortgage the cat, go for the 999

You forgot to mention, organize divorce as well

**5150** · 22nd September 2011, 08:55

One thing that is interesting regarding the one at Cyclespot is that they say it is NZ new, yet speedo is in miles. Does anyone know if NZ got the 749 new with speedos in miles rather then kph? Or is there something fishy with this bike?

**BAY CITY MOTORCYCLES** · 22nd September 2011, 09:01

Ensure that you have its service records etc. Wicked nice bikes to ride in the twisties, a little "wristy" in town though.
Adjust the brake and clutch levers to make sure you don't have to 'reach' for them which will take some weight off your wrists in town.
Being a lil' fulla and coming from the Zed, you may find it a lil' 'gutless' unless you choose your gear before giving it a handful. The Zed's do have a smoother delivery and can produce its torque 'kinder'.

IMO...you'll absolutely love it...in the twisties

**Edbear** · 22nd September 2011, 09:03

Originally Posted by 5150

One thing that is interesting regarding the one at Cyclespot is that they say it is NZ new, yet speedo is in miles. Does anyone know if NZ got the 749 new with speedos in miles rather then kph? Or is there something fishy with this bike?

Depends where they were imported from. Suzuki got a lot of stock from the US and the speedos were in miles. UK is in miles as well. It's not always cost effective for the small NZ market to specify Km/h speedos.

It's quite possible it is NZ new, but never be afraid to ask the question.

**5150** · 22nd September 2011, 09:21

Originally Posted by Edbear

Depends where they were imported from. Suzuki got a lot of stock from the US and the speedos were in miles. UK is in miles as well. It's not always cost effective for the small NZ market to specify Km/h speedos.

It's quite possible it is NZ new, but never be afraid to ask the question.

I thought this might be the case, but wanted to be sure. I will ask the dealer about this. From the add, the bike just had it's full service, but I will be sure asking for all the service records / receipts.

**Edbear** · 22nd September 2011, 09:30

Originally Posted by 5150

I thought this might be the case, but wanted to be sure. I will ask the dealer about this. From the add, the bike just had it's full service, but I will be sure asking for all the service records / receipts.

Very important to get the service records for any high performance bike. It has likely been used as a track day bike as that was what they were intended to be. Best thing if poss would be to speak to the previous owner. If you feel like you are being fobbed off by the dealer, be cautious and be prepared to walk away. Grant should be okay to deal with though.

All said and done, the 748 is a limited edition special high performance track bike and should be looked upon as such, not a "daily driver". If you're after a fun bike to play with and don't intend clocking up commuting/touring miles on it, it will fit the bill nicely. It will cost more to run, though.

**nudemetalz** · 22nd September 2011, 12:12

We look forward to the pics of the new owner with smiley face and sexy red Italian exotica

**NZsarge** · 22nd September 2011, 12:43

Originally Posted by 5150

Maybe hopefully not. Might have enough coin to have both

That'll most probably come to a sudden stop if you do buy the Ducati, meh, i'm a bit anti-most things Italian except Monica Bellucci, she scorches the earth around her where ever she walks she's that hot! Really though Italian machinery in my experience and for what tales i've heard.... they don't do realiability all that well.
Another words... enter at your own risk.

**5150** · 22nd September 2011, 13:20

Originally Posted by NZsarge

That'll most probably come to a sudden stop if you do buy the Ducati, meh, i'm a bit anti-most things Italian except Monica Bellucci, she scorches the earth around her where ever she walks she's that hot! Really though Italian machinery in my experience and for what tales i've heard.... they don't do realiability all that well.
Another words... enter at your own risk.

So are you saying that Monica Bellucci is high maintenance?