My new shiny red Ducati

[aceofhearts]

So I only lasted 3 weeks without a bike before i knew i needed another, so much for saving money

Took a bit of a gamble on this beauty. Many i'm sure would be terrified by the thought of a 33,000 mile Cat D Ducati, but it has a great service history, is in very good condition (although needs a thorough clean) and most importantly was in my budget! I was looking at 749's but this actually worked out cheaper than most of those for sale and I really couldn't help myself.

In the last 3000 miles it has had new tyres, chain and sprockets, valve clearance and belt service as well as a clutch. With a bit of tlc I am sure it'll be great. Hopefully the gamble pays off.

Pics from the advert:

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/s-l1600%201_zpseevulymd.jpg

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/s-l1600%202_zpsuozq3c1f.jpg

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/s-l1600_zpsef7lgltx.jpg

Got it home last night. Pride of place in the living room whilst I make some space in the garage

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/IMG_20170319_230114_866_zps1jtxzhbd.jpg

Crummy rim tape and pillion footpegs removed. I also took off the damaged exhaust guard and have a new one on order

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/20170320_233139_zpsmuckaa6e.jpg

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/20170320_233212_zpsmbevf3w6.jpg

I will keep updated with the clean up and fettle process if anyone is interested?

[arry]

Interested. Well done on swallowing the brave pills.

[pompousporcup...]

very nice

[Matt B]

Awesome
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[davethekwak]

I am liking your shiny new ducatti but how do you get away with it in the living room? Not married?
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[rhun]

That frontal view is actually stunning. I'm jealous... If only my circumstances allowed me to have 2 bikes!
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[aceofhearts]

[P.]

The rim tape actually looks fairly sensible, however still looks banging.

[pepperami]

Hmmm, yummy
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[grr666]

I liked the rim tape too.
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[GSTEEL32]

Did you only pay £4k for that ?

no brainer ..........

[arry]

Just noticed the picture of the cat above the bike. True BCF style

[recman]

I usually see something on a bike I'd want to change.
The only thing on this is to possibly have the belly pan red too.
Everything else is fairly sexual.

[aceofhearts]

Thanks for the comments guys

Another change made which I think has had a definite improvement I divided opinion removing the rim tape though.

Seat cowl (dat ass!)

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/20170323_182444_zps1docellk.jpg

[grr666]

Well you may as well if the rear pegs are offed. Looks great!
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Ste wrote: Avatars are fine, it's signatures that need turning off.

[Shaft]

Sports bikes don't normally do much for me, but that looks terrific.

The only things I'm a bit meh about are, I also wouldn't have removed the rim tape (needs some red lower down, for balance) and I'm not sure about the end cans - I bet they sound great, but I would have them shorter, level or just short of the tail lamp.

Just my opinion though, still a great looking bike.
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[Bozzy]

That's lovely!

Can't beat a red Ducati.

I love a single sided swingarm too
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[aceofhearts]

Yes the later Termis were slash cut and a bit shorter, look great but an expensive change!

I have a nice before and after pic for today. Removed the black screen and replaced with a clear double bubble. I'm sure this will divide opinion again

https://i499.photobucket.com/albums/rr353/lewis_sharman/IMG_20170327_192354_zpsuwcchvw2.jpg

[P.]

Yep, put the black back on, get some thin red rim tape, you'll be golden again

Have how you want obviously, just think that makes it a little more mmmmmmm

[grr666]

^^^
This. The black screen looked smart. IMO of course.
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Ste wrote: Avatars are fine, it's signatures that need turning off.

[Nemo]

Very nice. I just purchased an 848 evo, where did you get the seat cowl from?
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[arry]

Fan of the new screen actually, think it looks better.

[NutsyUk]

very very pretty... I saw one just like this in Norwich yesterday... Was it you? down at the bike park next to the market?
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