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Well, my bike is at Moto Corsa for its 30K service so I thought I'd give an update on my impressions of my bike as we've gotten to know each other.
The list of mods is extensive, to say the least.
Termi 2:1 + DP ECU + PCIII w/custom map
TPO Beast-R Intake
FBF 1078cc high-comp big-bore kit
Lightened/knife-edged/polished/balanced crankshaft
DP race cams
DP Lightened flywheel
520 chain/sprocket conversion (currently running 15/42, prefer 15/41)
Ohlins radial mount caliper fork bottoms with 4p/4p Brembo calipers
Ohlins 25mm superbike fork internals + heavier springs
Ohlins replacement shock spring matched to my weight/riding style
1098 radial pump master cylinders
CRG billet shorty levers
STM Evolutione 10th Anniversary Limited Edition 48t Slipper Clutch
DP vented clutch cover
Vented right side engine case
1098S carbon fiber front fender
Clay Carrier carbon fiber hugger/chain guard
Marvic Penta mag wheels
Speedy Moto alternator cover
Speedy Moto clip-ons
Evolutione billet clutch slave cylinder
DP bar end mirror conversion
DP large tank bag/tank protector
DP billet oil pressure sensor cover
DP billet crankcase vent
DP billet front sprocket cover
Rizoma belt covers
Tail chop
Pro Bolt Reservoir Covers
Ducati Multistrada heated grips
COX Racing Group oil cooler guard
and I'm sure I'm forgetting some others, but you get the drift. I've put a great deal of time and effort into making this bike mine and one of a kind. It puts about 98hp and 77ftlbs of torque to the ground, probably more now that it's loosened up and driving far lighter wheels, plus the clutch is something like 2.2 pounds lighter than the one it replaced.
Every time I ride this bike, it puts a smile on my face and it reminds me that I am piloting a VERY special machine. The most recent upgrades were the wheels and the clutch and I cannot say enough good things about those upgrades. They transformed the bike, took it to an entirely new level of badass. Those of you that think you don't need a slipper clutch on the street, think again. It's like riding a two-stroke going into corners now. No worry about wheel hop whatsoever. Bang downshifts with impunity and select your gear based solely one the gear that you want to be in to get the best drive out of the corner. Between the slipper and the lighter wheels, I'm having to adjust my riding style to become accustomed to pulling power wheelies out of second gear corners. Cresting the rolling rises in the roads I ride used to produce wheelies of a few inches. The same gear, same speed now produces wheelies of about 18 inches. Hard drives out of corners has the front end dancing. Needless to say, I love this bike. The fact that I will never park next to another one that is exactly like it is icing on the cake.
Thank you, Ducati. Thank you, aftermarket. Thank you, Moto Corsa. This bike gets better and better with each and every mile.
The list of mods is extensive, to say the least.
Termi 2:1 + DP ECU + PCIII w/custom map
TPO Beast-R Intake
FBF 1078cc high-comp big-bore kit
Lightened/knife-edged/polished/balanced crankshaft
DP race cams
DP Lightened flywheel
520 chain/sprocket conversion (currently running 15/42, prefer 15/41)
Ohlins radial mount caliper fork bottoms with 4p/4p Brembo calipers
Ohlins 25mm superbike fork internals + heavier springs
Ohlins replacement shock spring matched to my weight/riding style
1098 radial pump master cylinders
CRG billet shorty levers
STM Evolutione 10th Anniversary Limited Edition 48t Slipper Clutch
DP vented clutch cover
Vented right side engine case
1098S carbon fiber front fender
Clay Carrier carbon fiber hugger/chain guard
Marvic Penta mag wheels
Speedy Moto alternator cover
Speedy Moto clip-ons
Evolutione billet clutch slave cylinder
DP bar end mirror conversion
DP large tank bag/tank protector
DP billet oil pressure sensor cover
DP billet crankcase vent
DP billet front sprocket cover
Rizoma belt covers
Tail chop
Pro Bolt Reservoir Covers
Ducati Multistrada heated grips
COX Racing Group oil cooler guard
and I'm sure I'm forgetting some others, but you get the drift. I've put a great deal of time and effort into making this bike mine and one of a kind. It puts about 98hp and 77ftlbs of torque to the ground, probably more now that it's loosened up and driving far lighter wheels, plus the clutch is something like 2.2 pounds lighter than the one it replaced.
Every time I ride this bike, it puts a smile on my face and it reminds me that I am piloting a VERY special machine. The most recent upgrades were the wheels and the clutch and I cannot say enough good things about those upgrades. They transformed the bike, took it to an entirely new level of badass. Those of you that think you don't need a slipper clutch on the street, think again. It's like riding a two-stroke going into corners now. No worry about wheel hop whatsoever. Bang downshifts with impunity and select your gear based solely one the gear that you want to be in to get the best drive out of the corner. Between the slipper and the lighter wheels, I'm having to adjust my riding style to become accustomed to pulling power wheelies out of second gear corners. Cresting the rolling rises in the roads I ride used to produce wheelies of a few inches. The same gear, same speed now produces wheelies of about 18 inches. Hard drives out of corners has the front end dancing. Needless to say, I love this bike. The fact that I will never park next to another one that is exactly like it is icing on the cake.
Thank you, Ducati. Thank you, aftermarket. Thank you, Moto Corsa. This bike gets better and better with each and every mile.