Just got my first bike !!!!

Hi All

I'm Ash and I live in Yeovil, Somerset.I have recently passed my test at Yeovil Motorcycle Training and they were excellent. I couldn't wait to get a bike so had a look and ride of a few and decided to go for the Ducati Monster M750 , I absolutely loved it.

Anyway I have joined the forum to find out events, meet people, get advice and hopefully give something back. I look forward to the future.

Thanks
Ash

[utopia]

Welcome along, Ash.
You have just bought, as a first timer, the bike that is to me, after well over three decades of biking, the best all rounder anyone has ever built.
It almost seems a shame to get there so quickly, but I hope you like it as much as I do.

And tyres, btw ....Michelin PR3s.

Originally Posted by utopia

Welcome along, Ash.
You have just bought, as a first timer, the bike that is to me, after well over three decades of biking, the best all rounder anyone has ever built.
It almost seems a shame to get there so quickly, but I hope you like it as much as I do.

And tyres, btw ....Michelin PR3s.

It is a great bike and looks awesome, I got it at bargin price and I'm gona spend a few hundred quid getting it up to standard for the summer.

Thanks for your recommendation

Ash

[utopia]

You must be on a run of good luck then.........buy a lottery ticket.

Btw, its sound advice to replace the timing belts, unless you know for certain that they've been done recently.
Service interval for the belts is two years, and they don't like being stood unused for long periods either.
And the consequences of a snapped belt are too horrible to even think about.

Originally Posted by utopia

You must be on a run of good luck then.........buy a lottery ticket.

Btw, its sound advice to replace the timing belts, unless you know for certain that they've been done recently.
Service interval for the belts is two years, and they don't like being stood unused for long periods either.
And the consequences of a snapped belt are too horrible to even think about.

Hi there I took your advice and booked it in for all of this, in total i have spent £1700 (inc buying the bike). Thanks for your help.

Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil filter
Check cooling system and supply S.G. reading
Check and top-up brake fluid
Check condition of brake system
Clean brakes (calipers off)
Clean and lubricate chain
Check and adjust chain/sprocket
Check condition of tyres
Check electrical system
Check suspension and bearings
General lube and tighten
Replace spark plugs
Replace air filter*
Replace coolant
Replace brake fluid
Balance carbs
Cam belt change
Road test

How do i put avatar on ? cant find it

[utopia]

A wise move....though belts are the most critical.
You'll not be needing the coolant checking or changing though....its self maintaining (air).
Depending on the mileage and service history you might want to get the valve clearances checked, and adjusted if necessary, but they wear very slowly once they're well run in, so there's no desperate hurry. And you'd want to trust that to a carefully chosen mechanic at a well known Ducati main dealer, or highly recommended independent.

I reckon my bike ('00 model,reg '01) is probably worth about that much, so as a total deal inc full service that's not bad. You certainly get a lot of bike for the money.
And depreciation will be next to nothing.

Originally Posted by utopia

A wise move....though belts are the most critical.
You'll not be needing the coolant checking or changing though....its self maintaining (air).
Depending on the mileage and service history you might want to get the valve clearances checked, and adjusted if necessary, but they wear very slowly once they're well run in, so there's no desperate hurry. And you'd want to trust that to a carefully chosen mechanic at a well known Ducati main dealer, or highly recommended independent.

I reckon my bike ('00 model,reg '01) is probably worth about that much, so as a total deal inc full service that's not bad. You certainly get a lot of bike for the money.
And depreciation will be next to nothing.

It only has 4600mls on it and service history upto 2003 then it was stored in garage for years until the the last guy bought it. It was unknown if any work had been done since 2005 so ile get valve clearances checked in a few months time. ile have to find a dealer or specialist nearby.

Thanks

[steeevvvooo]

Originally Posted by AshM750

It only has 4600mls on it and service history upto 2003 then it was stored in garage for years until the the last guy bought it. It was unknown if any work had been done since 2005 so ile get valve clearances checked in a few months time. ile have to find a dealer or specialist nearby.

Thanks

get the belts changed asap! I wouldn't even start it without belts as you really don't want to risk them snapping!!

If the bike has been stood the belts could be brittle and miss shaped. They need doing every two years regardless of miles. They are not expensive... less expensive than the potential consequences of a snapped belt for sure!!

[utopia]

In that case, no hurry for the valve clearances at all....they're probably fine.
And I think you've nabbed a good buy there.
With its history, and price, If I were in your position, I'd think seriously about keeping that for ever..... which makes for super-cheap biking for life.
You can always buy other bikes to sit alongside it, if you really need to try something else.

They're easy to work on too, despite the ducati reputation for needing expensive dealer servicing.
Ideal bike to learn your mechanic skills on, and that will save you a packet too.

There are basically two types of carby 750.
Earlier ones have single phase alternators, while later are 3-phase.
Later ones have external clutch slave cylinder (which can be upgraded to lighten the pull) while earlier ones have the slave built into the cases.
Yours is just about on the cusp. If you're curious, you'll spot the external clutch slave easily enough if you have the later type.
Both are good though.

Have a nice summer.

Welcome to the club, but get those belts changed ASAP!!

Hello and welcome to the club,

There are alot of really helpful guys in UKMOC.

Enjoy the bike and see you at a South West meet when the weather gets better.

Thank you all i really appreciate all of your help you have been great. My bike have gone to workshop and cam belt is being changed. I will definately keep the bike as i am so happy with it.

[Mr Gazza]

Welcome into the Monsterhood....

As Utopia has said, you have peaked rather early as far as getting the best bike possible...I doubt you'll ever ride anything better.

As for that list of service items, you need to get familliar with some of the simpler things like oil and filter change and cleaning and adjusting the chain, or you will be paying someone to check your tyre pressures and clean the ashtray next..

Good luck with her, and btw what year is it?

Originally Posted by Mr Gazza

Welcome into the Monsterhood....

As Utopia has said, you have peaked rather early as far as getting the best bike possible...I doubt you'll ever ride anything better.

As for that list of service items, you need to get familliar with some of the simpler things like oil and filter change and cleaning and adjusting the chain, or you will be paying someone to check your tyre pressures and clean the ashtray next..

Good luck with her, and btw what year is it?

Yeah i understand, ive just bought a manual and after this service ile do it myself. I havnt got time at the mo due to work.
Its a 1997
Thanks