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Title: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 09:23:51 AM
Viewing this tomorrow. It's had loads of interest but I have my name top of the list.

Really fancy it. It's got a reasonable service history and just a couple of minor marks I'd try and sort. Matt Black is not my favourite finish.

The dealer can't do a test ride but it should be OK at about 105 bhp.

What do you think?

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F253439947636
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Lord Danoir the first on February 23, 2018, 09:31:41 AM
I absolutely adore those things. Ridden the 749 and the 999 lots and I'd have either.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 09:37:54 AM
Dealers not far from you. Are you about?

I only have a small time window but it would be good to catch up.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: terry950sm on February 23, 2018, 09:54:12 AM
Looks in good condition. Not far from me.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Dom1 on February 23, 2018, 09:55:06 AM
Matt black is an arse to clean but I loved the look on my aprillia.

Trick was to wash it, wipe it over with a baby wipe and WD40 then Wurth Helmet Cleaner spray and polish off.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 10:04:46 AM
Thanks Dom.

The matt finish is the worse thing about it so I appreciate the tips.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Lord Danoir the first on February 23, 2018, 10:05:17 AM
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on February 23, 2018, 09:37:54 AM
Dealers not far from you. Are you about?

I only have a small time window but it would be good to catch up.

I'm fairly relaxed today so let me know when you're going and I'll bob down.

Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 10:07:24 AM
I'm going tomorrow Dan. Awaiting authorisation to do a circuit evaluation on the airfield tomorrow afternoon hence not knowing yet what sort of time I'll have available. I'll be going first thing.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Lord Danoir the first on February 23, 2018, 11:24:01 AM
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on February 23, 2018, 10:07:24 AM
I'm going tomorrow Dan. Awaiting authorisation to do a circuit evaluation on the airfield tomorrow afternoon hence not knowing yet what sort of time I'll have available. I'll be going first thing.

no prob's. London all weekend doing CPD. Will bob over soon and have a look at you.

Will give wifey a slap tonight over shameful lack of OT tickets this season........ it really is not good enough.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Gilby104 on February 23, 2018, 01:17:24 PM
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on February 23, 2018, 09:23:51 AM
Viewing this tomorrow. It's had loads of interest but I have my name top of the list.

Really fancy it. It's got a reasonable service history and just a couple of minor marks I'd try and sort. Matt Black is not my favourite finish.

The dealer can't do a test ride but it should be OK at about 105 bhp.

What do you think?

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F253439947636

That is breathtakingly pretty! Good luck Moz
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: komp on February 23, 2018, 02:09:22 PM
apart from being the wrong colour.. it looks alreet
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Phil_8 on February 23, 2018, 05:09:14 PM
Much better choice than the Daytona

Shame the budget cannot stretch to a 999 though I assume
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 07:44:44 PM
Dan - awesome. Get some OT time immediately.

Komp - at least it's designed by a Ducati legend and not a German car company.

Phil - decent 999's well out of budget. I'm stretching to the 749.

I like the idea of lightness and corner speed.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Alzo on February 23, 2018, 09:37:36 PM
Belts...that's all.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 23, 2018, 09:52:31 PM
They've been done in the past 2 years. It's got some history. The bike shop owner knows it's owner and has dealt with him for some time. I will try and get them to drop the price so I can get them done for peace of mind.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Green_Ninja on February 23, 2018, 10:23:04 PM
Why no test ride?? Radcliffe not far from me when you know what time I'll see if I can pop along :-) . Looks lovely btw
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 24, 2018, 02:02:43 PM
Shop don't have test rides on their insurance. It's only a small place.

Too late Iain. Rocked up there at 0830 - had it bought by 0915.

A little money off. MOT. Oil, filter and belts changed as part of the deal. They may even deliver it as their mechanic likes days out to N Wales!! It's a nice bike. A few age related marks but looked and sounded very nice.

Back on two wheels  :afro:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Alzo on February 24, 2018, 02:07:25 PM
Congratulations. Enjoy.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Green_Ninja on February 24, 2018, 02:24:29 PM
Nice one Moz  :cool:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: 7550 on February 24, 2018, 09:00:33 PM
Nice one. Many happy and safe miles.   :moto: :moto:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Andy M on February 25, 2018, 08:52:23 AM
Nice one moz!
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: 7550 on February 25, 2018, 09:51:00 AM
Memorial Rideout, end of April, would be a good run for the Duke.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Phil_8 on February 25, 2018, 03:16:05 PM
Delightful!
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: komp on February 26, 2018, 08:28:38 AM
:thumbleft: nice one moz
all the cool kids ride ducatis now.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on February 26, 2018, 11:11:23 AM
Just insured it. I love being old.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Raydial on March 06, 2018, 02:50:29 PM
Congratulations. Very sexy bike.  :cool:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Phil_8 on March 06, 2018, 04:22:05 PM
I assumed this thread updating would be a post about it breaking down. Good to see I was wrong...for now
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Alzo on March 06, 2018, 05:07:24 PM
Quote from: Phil_8 on March 06, 2018, 04:22:05 PM
I assumed this thread updating would be a post about it breaking down. Good to see I was wrong...for now
He needs to ride it first....😉
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Phil_8 on March 06, 2018, 05:43:02 PM
Ducati's are more than happy to break down while just existing
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: terry950sm on March 06, 2018, 05:46:16 PM
Enjoy moz, V twins rule
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on March 06, 2018, 09:09:30 PM
Haven't even picked it up yet.

Weather killed any chance of the belts being done last week as the guy from Italsport was snowed in. Belts done Sat pm but I'm struggling to get a bike delivery company do collect this weekend for me. Weekend van hire is stupid expensive. If I can get a weekday off work (I've run out of leave until the end of Mar) then I can can hire for £38.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: terry950sm on March 07, 2018, 11:51:49 AM
Are you still at RAF valley
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on March 07, 2018, 03:09:14 PM
Yep.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Thegodfather on March 07, 2018, 08:26:46 PM
Enjoy the new wheels Moz :thumbsup:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Lord Danoir the first on March 08, 2018, 07:09:19 AM
I can hire a van and pick it up and bring it over during the week if it helps.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on March 08, 2018, 08:35:42 AM
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 08, 2018, 07:09:19 AM
I can hire a van and pick it up and bring it over during the week if it helps.

You are too nice. I'll call you later but I think I can sort it next week myself.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Lord Danoir the first on March 08, 2018, 07:38:28 PM
Quote from: The Wizard of MOz on March 08, 2018, 08:35:42 AM
Quote from: Lord Danoir the first on March 08, 2018, 07:09:19 AM
I can hire a van and pick it up and bring it over during the week if it helps.

You are too nice. I'll call you later but I think I can sort it next week myself.

Sweet. Genuinely don't know where my phone is. Offer stands but if you do sort it, let me know when and I'll bob down for a look at you
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on March 15, 2018, 05:18:44 PM
Collected today. Got it home and then managed to fit the "hens teeth" pattern cowl I managed to source.

Didn't get a chance to ride it (other than up the drive to the garage) so that's the next "joy".

I suspect I'll find it too slow and it'll be up for sale soon.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: Alzo on March 15, 2018, 07:07:35 PM
Speed isn't everything.  :rofl:  :moto:
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: terry950sm on March 15, 2018, 08:02:00 PM
Happy new bike mate. Try and catch on a ride out when the Summer finally arrives.
Title: Re: Any scary reason why not?
Post by: MOzZereLLa on March 15, 2018, 08:05:20 PM
Definitely. I'm around until early June then away for 4 months with work ☹️