LowRyter

Dorna (Spanish) let MM get away with it '15 when he was screwing with Rossi and they penalized Rossi for the championship race to the back to grid. They've created this monster and have no way to deal with him now. He's crashed so many riders and himself and now the they're floundering by penalizing him a couple of long laps even though he's been out of control and a danger to himself and anyone he's racing against.

These guys are in the more affordable range upon consideration of condition and whether maintenance was kept up. The maintenance intervals and costs are pretty high, the buy-in costs are fairly reasonable....916/996/998 My simple '17 supersport by comparison is a close match to far as weight and power. The maintenance interval is perhaps three time more miles. Styling is subjective but my newer bike won't disappoint, comfort wise, another universe.

Obviously we wouldn't be here if weren't interested in old motorcycles. Your conclusion agrees with me, that Ducs are pretty much in the ballpark cost wise as the rest of the field. Going through maintenance headaches with all of my older motorcycles and having to get rid of one, I find my newer Ducati to be so much better. It's been reliable and shines in comfort and performance beyond any my legacy bikes. I did purchase my Duc used. My advice, keep your eye o n a bike that you might likes, test ride it if you can, then wait for a good used one to come on the market. Break in period done, recalls done, lots of pampered bikes with riders that don't really ride that much.

FIVE 4? Marquez, Oliveira, Beast, Martin....who else? Pol. OK

Look at the other bikes in market. No more than Harleys, Beemers, Guzzis, or Aprilias. In the ballpark like within 15% of Japanese bikes. Is 27k Eu the fullboat V4 multi? An RT would run about the same. If you're like me, look for creampuff used one, broken-in and recalls done. I don't care for the break in riding period and that new Guzzi has a governor on it. Who wants that? I wanna crack the throttle and go. So many people buy bikes, like to own a bike rather than ride, pamper it and get tired of it or trade for something faster.

Given my experience, I have to say the Ducati has their act together. The bikes ride good, look good and seem reliable. Routine maintenance costs are only a bit more.

It looks like we're going to be down 3 riders at COTA? I plan to be there if the weather cooperates. They were falling like flies. MM#93 used to own the place. First time I went to COTA, first ever MGP practice session, I walk in the gate into the turns behind thea paddock and he goes rag doll in the little chute before the left hander. He gets right up. WOW. That little chute used crash quite a few riders, medium sharp right (T18)- short chute- medium sharp left (T19). I've seen them crash at both turns and in the chute between them.

I lost all respect for him he ruined Rossi's championship run in '15. His antics and Dorna ruined a great finale for the title between Rossi and Lorenzo. He's sorta like Dale Earnhardt NASCAR period when Dale was allowed rough driving and perhaps was allowed a special car. OTOH, MM is talented and brave and I welcome his comeback after such an awful accident. I just see the same guy that's lost a step, on a slower bike with same level of aggression but very frustrated and mistake prone.

Just curious, any idea what's in the kit?

@docc He hears no evil. (perhaps it's due to the artillery reports?)

I'm shocked, you didn't get a $4k bike for $3bucks> so what did it sell for it?

I'm thinking it's that flukey kill switch. (designed by George Jetson)

My goodness. Those things are worth their weight in gold. I've gotta say, anyone smart enough to hold on them must be a genius (Docc). https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1990-honda-gb500-broomfield-co-148727?utm_source=google&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=make_offer_dynamic_remarketing&utm_content=620436190775&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlPWgBhDHARIsAH2xdNegxS1JZwLTPH3XLlduXRgU8IFyaXkGhaFFYG_Ad4XzIDR90WLdgOUaAn37EALw_wcB $16.5k

I remember the mess you went through losing your photo stash for so many step by step projects.

1000 would more than do me. I just want a hosting site so I can post photos on forums like this and share with other folks on the 'net.

DP Review -Digital Photography Review. I think it's the top photo site for hobbyists. Hosting member galleries was just one part of it. Lots of product reviews and many camera specific forums.

The site I use to store my online photos is shutting down. I remember a couple of years ago some of you were in same situation, Would appreciate suggestions which site where I can move my gallery of online photos. Thanks.

So is there any reason why 60mm would be an issue? Did I read that someone actually took 1mm off? .04 in doesn't seem like that big of deal. I thought someone said that Curtis was making up a "kit" with bolt + nut & washer? No, I still don't have my bike. Since Don dropped it, he's ordered a matching clutch lever to go with the replaced brake lever.

Most people cram everything can into it. If it fits, it goes.

@al_roethlisberger $15k maybe the start up costs. It's another cost to maintain and keep running.

Best to all of you that were exposed.

I had that discussion with the dealer owner. He made a point that the V85tt and V9 had few quality problems and only a couple of minor recalls. I think I'd be less afraid of this one than anything they've done in years. My concern is all the electrics and they seem to have a good record considering the Aprillia shared stuff.

Perhaps they should've sleeved that bolt?

went to Don's shop today, saw the new bike. Bike looks just like the photos. Seems like a nice piece, sounds great, comfy seating, dashboard menu is neat. Didn't care for the header heatshield, sorta tacked on, would take them off and show the stainless pipes like my Sport.here's Darren the modelupload image direct linkgonna test ride when it warms up next week. Since he's got both my Guzzis, hopefully he fix'em & it won't be long. (my EV on the rack) (oh and my Greenie in front)

Docc, went to the shop. Don sent me this photo of the failed bolt. Regarding the needle bearings, I noticed there was fresh grease in it. He told me that he inspected and regreased it. Of course I request the he service the driveshaft as well.