Ok, so I've been lurking around here for a while, reading up on the various Ducati models, and decided it's finally time to introduce myself. I've been riding motorcycles for about 4 years now, so I'm a relative newcomer. I started out with a $50 KZ650 that I spent a year or so making road worthy. Just three weeks ago I purchased my dream bike, a 2002 998, and I've been enjoying it ever since. Anyway, I want to thank all you guys for your help, even though you didn't know you were helping me. Hopefully I'll see a few of you Wisconsin Ducati owners at Corse Superbike's show tomorrow. Ride safe!