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I just joined the site and I have always loved Ducatis. I want to get either a 748, 916 or 996 BiPoste. It will be my first bike but I will have the chip set to 50 hp so I can learn at my own pace. I have some questions:
That isn´t possible. But you CAN downtune the engine somewhat.
How many Kms can you put on an average Ducati?
Impossible to say. Most ducs need some more advanced work when they get up to 50000km´s, but it depends on the owner.
Is there a major difference between the 916 and 996 besides engine?
Not really. Suspension on the 996 is usually better, not that you will feel the difference if your just starting out.
Is it cheaper to buy the bike in North America or have it shipped?
It´s cheaper in North America
I will be in Germany this summer so I Cord get one there and ship it but Im not sure if that makes sense. Please let me know your thoughts on this.
It does NOT make sense to buy one in Germany. Prices in the USA compare favorably to German prices. Depends a little on what price you get and exchange rate, but i wouldn´t guess it´s cheaper to import.
On a side note.. I´d recommend getting a smaller bike to start out with. If your sold on Ducati´s I´d recommend a Monster 600, 620 or 750 to start with. The wider handlebars and lighter weight will allow you to attain some skills faster then on the extreme 748-916 style models. This is of course up to you, but please look into it.
//amullo
I just joined the site and I have always loved Ducatis. I want to get either a 748, 916 or 996 BiPoste. It will be my first bike but I will have the chip set to 50 hp so I can learn at my own pace. I have some questions:
That isn´t possible. But you CAN downtune the engine somewhat.
How many Kms can you put on an average Ducati?
Impossible to say. Most ducs need some more advanced work when they get up to 50000km´s, but it depends on the owner.
Is there a major difference between the 916 and 996 besides engine?
Not really. Suspension on the 996 is usually better, not that you will feel the difference if your just starting out.
Is it cheaper to buy the bike in North America or have it shipped?
It´s cheaper in North America
I will be in Germany this summer so I Cord get one there and ship it but Im not sure if that makes sense. Please let me know your thoughts on this.
It does NOT make sense to buy one in Germany. Prices in the USA compare favorably to German prices. Depends a little on what price you get and exchange rate, but i wouldn´t guess it´s cheaper to import.
On a side note.. I´d recommend getting a smaller bike to start out with. If your sold on Ducati´s I´d recommend a Monster 600, 620 or 750 to start with. The wider handlebars and lighter weight will allow you to attain some skills faster then on the extreme 748-916 style models. This is of course up to you, but please look into it.
//amullo