I just bought a Ducati Monster 696! **pics added**

[d-licious]

I had to brag. :-) Happy Easter to me!

Any one want to start a Monster Gang? :cheesygri

By baby Bella is white. Picking her up from Penninsula Imports on Friday.

Edit -- see pics below. 848 is being delivered on Monday-ish and will upload the twins then.

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[careener]

Congrats to you sir. Nice present you got yourself there.

[TheRide]

Nice bike, how much if you don't mind me asking?

[CSR]

Congrats... where are the pictures?!

[bembol]

Congrats! Pics?

[d-licious]

Congrats to you sir. Nice present you got yourself there.

It's ma'am. :cheesygri

Man, it's crazy. I went to the dealer with my bf cause he was going to buy the 848. Then I sat on this baby and fell in love. So I bought her. I don't want to tell you the exact price, but with the sliders, first oil change - the bike came in under $12,260. $12,260 is the MRSP plus PDI, etc.

So ya. The only problem was that I still had my Kawasaki Ninja so I told them I'll pick it up in a month after I sell the Kawi and get my M licence. But I stold my Kawi today! So I'm going to pick up Bella on Friday. Will post pics then. She's a beaaaaaaaauty.

Just e-mailed my insurance lady, she better give me a great quote man.

woo hoo!

[4flava]

It's ma'am. :cheesygri

Man, it's crazy. I went to the dealer with my bf cause he was going to buy the 848. Then I sat on this baby and fell in love. So I bought her. I don't want to tell you the exact price, but with the sliders, first oil change - the bike came in under $12,260. $12,260 is the MRSP plus PDI, etc.

So ya. The only problem was that I still had my Kawasaki Ninja so I told them I'll pick it up in a month after I sell the Kawi and get my M licence. But I stold my Kawi today! So I'm going to pick up Bella on Friday. Will post pics then. She's a beaaaaaaaauty.

Just e-mailed my insurance lady, she better give me a great quote man.

woo hoo!

Damn, I hate u! ... got me so jealous :o

btw, what colour??... black??

[CSR]

Are you on GTA motorcycle?

[d-licious]

Damn, I hate u! ... got me so jealous :o

btw, what colour??... black??

No - pearly white. I don't want Black. Saftey hazard, IMO. I had a black car and I almost got side swiped so many times cause people just don't see me. Can't risk that on a bike.

[d-licious]

Are you on GTA motorcycle?

No, never even heard of that. I'll google it and check it out.

[d-licious]

I should also mention, my boyfriend got a STEAL on his 2009 848 that he bought because of our dual purchase. PM me if you're thinking of buying and if you mention our name to our sales guy, I'm sure he'll give you a good deal.

[Dots]

dam....Nice!!
I'm still looking to get my first bike

[XxXSnake23XxX]

... i want my M1 :(

[d-licious]

... i want my M1 :(

$20 dollars and 15 mins is all you need to get it. You won't regret it.

[IceQue]

www.gtamotorcycle.com

[cluless]

Congratulations!! Definitely a beauty!

...Any one want to start a Monster Gang? :cheesygri...

No Monster here, only the 748. :)

[mrlooneytoon]

OMG You and your BF have my dream bikes. PICS Please? :)

I might have to downsize to a dirtbike/dual this season because I can't afford my Suzuki :( *tear*

Ride safe with all that power!

[FazerRider]

I can't afford my Suzuki :( *tear*

why? is it insurance? are you riding a busa?

[Jungle]

Congrats, that is one sweet bike!!

[d-licious]

OMG You and your BF have my dream bikes. PICS Please? :)

I might have to downsize to a dirtbike/dual this season because I can't afford my Suzuki :( *tear*

Ride safe with all that power!


I will post pictures of the twins when we pick them up!

[shawn99]

Riding a motorcycle in the city is pretty risky venture. You have the maniac cab drivers doing 14 hours shifts, the seniors driving too slow, new drivers that make really bad decisions, immigrant drivers that drive like they are back at home - quick lane mergers without signal!

I feel scared driving in my car, I can't imagine on a bike. Besides, most bike goers are always driving fast, cutting in and out of traffic. The type that seek these thrills and get a rush from doing that. I think that with city drivers makes a pretty dangerous combination. I hope you have pretty good life insurance.

[d-licious]

Riding a motorcycle in the city is pretty risky venture. You have the maniac cab drivers doing 14 hours shifts, the seniors driving too slow, new drivers that make really bad decisions, immigrant drivers that drive like they are back at home - quick lane mergers without signal!

I feel scared driving in my car, I can't imagine on a bike. Besides, most bike goers are always driving fast, cutting in and out of traffic. The type that seek these thrills and get a rush from doing that. I think that with city drivers makes a pretty dangerous combination. I hope you have pretty good life insurance.

wow - way to rain on my parade for no reason? Wtf is your problem? I hope you have good life insurance too. I sense your bad karma.

[FazerRider]

most bike goers are always driving fast

there are many responsible motorcyclists.

[tkl]

Congrats ! I'm sure the insurance wasn't cheap.

Watch out for the idiots making a left turn in front of ya.

[techwiz]

Wow, congrats on the new bikes! Can't wait to see some pics! :-0

[McLaren]

I want to see the 848

[urameatball]

I was going to get a 696.
then realized I'll get it impounded the way I ride, so settled with a Vespa this year, LOL.

Enjoy your beautiful bike. Do lots of wheelies!

[jadoocian]

wow - way to rain on my parade for no reason? Wtf is your problem? I hope you have good life insurance too. I sense your bad karma.

don't worry about this clown, he's one of those that can't afford one or doesn't have the balls to pick one up, so instead tries to bring other ppl down who are willing to step up to the plate.

make sure you check out gtamotorcycle.com - friendly community with answers to all your bike questions, im on there all the time.

This week's great riding weather :)

[MikeGWRX]

That dealership doesn't happen to sell Triumph, would it?

[DrXenon]

As someone with 2 titanium rods in my legs from a cager driving like an eejit, I would actually echo the advice to be safe out there, and consider life insurance.

[new_vr]

wow - way to rain on my parade for no reason? Wtf is your problem? I hope you have good life insurance too. I sense your bad karma.

I don't think that's bad karma, they were just warning. It's not like anything they said wasn't true.
It is dangerous, but so are a lot of things that are fun

[mwong168]

Congrats ! I'm sure the insurance wasn't cheap. Watch out for the idiots making a left turn in front of ya.

so true and be careful for people busting u-turns suddenly without any notice. a friend of mine was riding in the left lane going north on yonge and some lady in a mini van in the right lane decides to suddenly pull a u-turn without signaling or even checking if the left lane was clear. i was riding behind him and I was able to swerve but my friend didn't have any options except to crash right into the van or go down. he chose to go down with very minimal damage but still the thought of your bike being down never leaves your mind. just like when you get a door ding on your car, you think about it and see it every time no matter what.

Enjoy your beautiful bike. Do lots of wheelies!

I hope this poster is not being serious, keep both your wheels on the ground and if you are really interested in stunting get yourself a cheap sport bike and practice in a private parking lot and not on the streets unless you have a death wish. besides you are riding such as nice bike, please treat it with care and keep it beautiful.

Riding a motorcycle in the city is pretty risky venture. You have the maniac cab drivers doing 14 hours shifts, the seniors driving too slow, new drivers that make really bad decisions, immigrant drivers that drive like they are back at home - quick lane mergers without signal!

Welcome to reality, the road is a dangerous place whether you are driving a car, SUV or a motorcycle. How do you know this is how immigrant drivers drive back home, I think its very ignorant of you to be making comments like this.

I feel scared driving in my car, I can't imagine on a bike. Besides, most bike goers are always driving fast, cutting in and out of traffic. The type that seek these thrills and get a rush from doing that. I think that with city drivers makes a pretty dangerous combination. I hope you have pretty good life insurance.

Stay in your bubble at home cause no one here wants to burst it for you. Don't knock it till you try it and if you don't have the balls then keep quiet and your opinions to yourself. There are plenty of responsible riders who aren't looking to be on a motorcycle for speed. Any idiot can ride in a straight line and go 300km/h but it's the turns and twisties that we are always looking for. I have found many nice routes from my many years of riding with my good friends. I recently had to sell both my sport bikes for now, '01 R6 Champions Edition and '03 CBR600RR. Baby was on the way and I have had a few close calls with other careless drivers almost taking my life and I want to be there for my kid(s) growing up and not dead or physically handicapped. Maybe in a few years I might pick up another bike but for now I am enjoying every moment with my daughter and now my mom and wife can sleep a little easier without worrying every time I get on for a ride.

To the OP, congrats on the bike and make sure you are always wearing your gear and don't ride like a squid :razz:

[d-licious]

That dealership doesn't happen to sell Triumph, would it?

Nope - but go to www.sturgessonline.com for Triumphs! Talk to Jamie. He's a great guy!

[urameatball]

I hope this poster is not being serious, keep both your wheels on the ground and if you are really interested in stunting get yourself a cheap sport bike and practice in a private parking lot and not on the streets unless you have a death wish. besides you are riding such as nice bike, please treat it with care and keep it beautiful.

Buddy, it's just a wheelie.
I've probably done a thousand wheelies and I'm still alive.
Ever owned a dirtbike? You're on 1 wheel half the time.

[mwong168]

Buddy, it's just a wheelie.
I've probably done a thousand wheelies and I'm still alive.
Ever owned a dirtbike? You're on 1 wheel half the time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKUwogOKkDg

You're right, it's just a wheelie. http://www.vwvortex.com/zeroforum_graphics/screwy.gif

I'm not against doing wheelies or stunting if that is your thing, I only hope you aren't showing off your skills in the middle of traffic. Also not everyone that rides a motorcycle now grew up riding a dirt bike so wheelies might not come as naturally as they do to you. I'm sure you have your stories and battle scars growing up while doing wheelies on your dirt bike. Since you have done it a thousand times and you are still alive means it is no big deal till something tragic happens. http://forums.shoryuken.com/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif

[Dr_luv]

Congrats!

Pics!

[urameatball]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKUwogOKkDg

You're right, it's just a wheelie. http://www.vwvortex.com/zeroforum_graphics/screwy.gif

I'm not against doing wheelies or stunting if that is your thing, I only hope you aren't showing off your skills in the middle of traffic. Also not everyone that rides a motorcycle now grew up riding a dirt bike so wheelies might not come as naturally as they do to you. I'm sure you have your stories and battle scars growing up while doing wheelies on your dirt bike. Since you have done it a thousand times and you are still alive means it is no big deal till something tragic happens. http://forums.shoryuken.com/images/smilies/thumbsup.gif
Funny thing is, I do have a lot of scars, but none of them are from wheelies.
Personally, I consider camping in someone's blind spot more dangerous than doing a wheelie. But that's just me.

[d-licious]

Ah, I give up trying to post pics directly here. Can't figure it out. See Bella below. 848 is coming in next week!

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[yao416]

Use this
http://imageshack.us/
Upload pictures

Scroll down where you see <Hotlink for forums (1) >
Copy and paste the link

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[CSR]

omg fap fap!

[CSR]

btw, you really need to go here:

http://www.gtamotorcycle.com/vbforum/forumdisplay.php?f=11

And that is one freaking HUGE garage.

[techwiz]

Damn that's nice. *drools*

[tommyamaral]

Well built machine,I want one :lol:

[d-licious]

yao416 - wow, thanks so much!!!

[Goodcat]

Congratulations. Nice machine, nice garage.

[executor]

beautiful bike op, i just picked up my first bike ever today and brought it home! will plate it monday and go for my first ride. i am starting small and within my means.

http://img25.imageshack.us/img25/2854/bike013.jpg

[SkylineGTR]

Umm yeah, I hate you! :D:D lol jk...kinda. Beauuuutiful bike!

[JAC]

Don't know much about bikes, but it seems it should have more of a front fairing than it does. The rest of the bike screams "racing", but the front says "touring". It's confusing.

[mr_sandman]

is that the Ninja 650R? how is that for a first bike and price if you don't me asking... I'm hoping to get my license this year and I'm looking into the Ninja 650 and 250

[executor]

hey sandman, its the newer version of the 250 ninja, the 650 is a really nice looking bike too but as i am under 25 i wanted to be able to afford insurance.

an 09 ninja 250 will run you approx $5900 otd if you can find one in stock, they seem to fly out of dealerships. i got mine used off kijiji for 4900, it will save me some money on sales tax too when i get it registered. you could probably get a really nice used 650 for $5000-$6000 that is only a couple of years old if you are over 25 and can afford the insurance.

[mrlooneytoon]

beautiful bike op, i just picked up my first bike ever today and brought it home! will plate it monday and go for my first ride. i am starting small and within my means.


Nice, brand new or used? Also, wow no one can tell its a 250. Looks like a 650!

why? is it insurance? are you riding a busa?

No I rode a SV650. Can't afford even the little insurance that I pay + I need the money from the bike sale for school. :(

BTW, is it me or are there more bikes this season than before?

[mr_sandman]

how much is your insurance executor? I'm 23 but I also have a clean car record for 5+ years...and yea I can't tell the difference between the 650 and the 250! nice! how is on the highways?

[evanx]

very nice bike!

[tamil]

Noob question. Is Ducati the "Ferrari" of motorcycles cause i rarely seem them on the road compared to others motorcycles.

[executor]

how much is your insurance executor? I'm 23 but I also have a clean car record for 5+ years...and yea I can't tell the difference between the 650 and the 250! nice! how is on the highways?

24 with 1 ticket without any discounts for being a corporate employee or insuring multiple vehicles avg between 1300-1500+. I am paying 964.

[bembol]

Noob question. Is Ducati the "Ferrari" of motorcycles cause i rarely seem them on the road compared to others motorcycles.

That's what my boys says.

Love the 696, OP. Congrats.

[mrlooneytoon]

Noob question. Is Ducati the "Ferrari" of motorcycles cause i rarely seem them on the road compared to others motorcycles.

Well, Ducati is Italian and they usually cost a lot more than their Asian counterparts in the same class. Fortunately they look orgasmic. :lol:

I saw this Ducati in person. It was matte black no shiny stuff. AMAZING
http://www.superbikeitalia.com/images/33_1023200632758pm.jpg

http://www.sportbikez.net/bikepics/106/medium/1068403070.jpg

Honestly, is there even anything better in life than the above? :razz:

[drumboz79]

soooo jealous!!!
nice bike!

[phomp]

:lol: woah, I think I just made a mess in my pants. lol just playing. Congrats very sweet.

Congrats, make it a great summer.

[d-licious]

hey sandman, its the newer version of the 250 ninja, the 650 is a really nice looking bike too but as i am under 25 i wanted to be able to afford insurance.

an 09 ninja 250 will run you approx $5900 otd if you can find one in stock, they seem to fly out of dealerships. i got mine used off kijiji for 4900, it will save me some money on sales tax too when i get it registered. you could probably get a really nice used 650 for $5000-$6000 that is only a couple of years old if you are over 25 and can afford the insurance.

Congrats on the 250. I had the 2007 that I just sold. It's a great starter bike!

[pete5000]

Noob question. Is Ducati the "Ferrari" of motorcycles cause i rarely seem them on the road compared to others motorcycles.

I'm pretty sure that the Ferrari motorcycle is the Ferrari of motorcycles.

http://i474.photobucket.com/albums/rr107/pete5000/th_FERR.jpg (http://s474.photobucket.com/albums/rr107/pete5000/?action=view&current=FERR.jpg)

Good luck seeing it on the road!

Nice Duck op. Ride safe.

[d-licious]

I'm pretty sure that the Ferrari motorcycle is the Ferrari of motorcycles.

http://i474.photobucket.com/albums/rr107/pete5000/th_FERR.jpg (http://s474.photobucket.com/albums/rr107/pete5000/?action=view&current=FERR.jpg)

Good luck seeing it on the road!

Nice Duck op. Ride safe.

Is that for real?

I've been todl the Ducks are the top. Either way, they're damn $$$.

[puff_daddy_58_99]

massive respect on the monster. It's a gorgeous bike, I've always loved the naked look rather than the rice rocket fairings (rode a 87 yamaha yx600 radian last season, same kind of approach). What made you go white rather than red or black? (or the tri-colour)?

I sat on the monster at the auto show, and was really surprised by how light it was. I'm all about the light bikes, anything too heavy just isn't that fun.

[pete5000]

Is that for real?

I've been todl the Ducks are the top. Either way, they're damn $$$.

The Ferrari is sort of real - a concept machine. If you think Ducati's are expensive, you've never been to a Harley dealer! :razz:

Seriously, I have a magazine sitting right here with a new Harley Ultra Classic Electra Glide with an MSRP of over $45,000.

If that's too cheap, you can get an MV Agusta F4CC, listing at $120,000 (includes a personalized leather outfit and a 15,000Euro watch)

[Insurance-Broker]

Congrats!
Hopefully it wont be too expensive to insure.

[d-licious]

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[d-licious]

I know, I know.

My bike looks weak compared to his. lol

[McLaren]

Wow those are certainly nice machines, i hope you have some good locks so that no one swipes them. I know someone that actually had their bike stolen from their garage.

[COSMIC5]

sweet ride man!

[d-licious]

Wow those are certainly nice machines, i hope you have some good locks so that no one swipes them. I know someone that actually had their bike stolen from their garage.

alarm system, garage, gates at driveway and they're also equipped with theft devices. hope that's sufficient! lol