Returning Member Seeks Advice

motomartin11 · 03-10-2020, 05:18 PM

Hello everyone. I used to be a member on here several years ago when I had a low mileage 04 plate 620i and I'm currently looking to get another or a 600.I have my '95 CBR600 up for sale and as soon as its sold I'll be in the market for a 600/620 Monster .I did have a few issues with my 620-apart from the poor engine finish the fuel tank developed a leak which at the time I was able to get a fairly cheap replacement off Fleabay .While I can do basic maintenance I'm not too confident tackling anything serious although I have a good friend who will help me out if needed. I'd be very grateful for any hints and tips in my search for a new Monster.

Ron1000 · 03-10-2020, 05:37 PM

Would you find the 600/620 a bit under powered compared your cbr?

03-10-2020, 05:41 PM

Welcome back, Rob04 is a member on here and was looking to sell his 695, it's a cracking example too. May be worth dropping him a PM.

motomartin11 · 03-10-2020, 06:21 PM

I'm looking for something a bit lighter and as I get older slower ! Funds will be limited (by wife!) so I can't stretch to a newer model. I also prefer the idea of the simplicity of carbs maybe. A 750 would be nice but they seem rarer and more expensive.

Darren69 · 03-10-2020, 06:24 PM

There was an unfinished project M750 on ebay a few days ago. Looked reasonable.

motomartin11 · 03-10-2020, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Darren69

There was an unfinished project M750 on ebay a few days ago. Looked reasonable.

I must have missed that as I've been looking mainly at 600/620s.Does anyone know if the 750 is much heavier than the 600/620s?

Luddite · 03-10-2020, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by motomartin11

I must have missed that as I've been looking mainly at 600/620s.Does anyone know if the 750 is much heavier than the 600/620s?

Welcome back!

The early 750 and 600 were virtually identical, even down to the single front disc. I think there's less than 5 kg between them. Even the later injected 750 with twin discs only added another kilo or so. So, go for it!

motomartin11 · 03-10-2020, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Luddite

Welcome back!

The early 750 and 600 were virtually identical, even down to the single front disc. I think there's less than 5 kg between them. Even the later injected 750 with twin discs only added another kilo or so. So, go for it!

Thank you. 750 sounds like a plan then if I can get one.

Luddite · 03-10-2020, 08:35 PM

I'd say utopia is the acknowledged expert here on the M750. If you've any questions about the 750, I'm sure he'll be able to help. He may even be on shortly to extol the virtues of the middleweight Monster.

enbee23 · 03-10-2020, 06:50 PM

I might have an M750 up for grabs soon.

motomartin11 · 03-10-2020, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by enbee23

I might have an M750 up for grabs soon.

I would be interested if you do but I only have a limited budget I'm afraid...

enbee23 · 03-10-2020, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by motomartin11

I would be interested if you do but I only have a limited budget I'm afraid...

I understand the limited budget thing... If you want to fire me a PM with your thoughts on that, I'll get pics and info to you when I'm home next week.

motomartin11 · 04-10-2020, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by enbee23

I understand the limited budget thing... If you want to fire me a PM with your thoughts on that, I'll get pics and info to you when I'm home next week.

PM sent...thanks

mickj · 04-10-2020, 10:30 AM

Welcome back to the forum motomartin11.

Darkness · 04-10-2020, 11:56 AM

Don’t rule out the M900 too. There is very little difference in weight for those too.

185kg dry as against 178kg for both the M750 and M600.

With the advantages that the 900 has six gears and a nice rattly dry clutch for the full Ducati aural experience.

03-10-2020, 05:18 PM	#1
motomartin11 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: stourbridge Bike: M750 Posts: 371	Returning Member Seeks Advice Hello everyone. I used to be a member on here several years ago when I had a low mileage 04 plate 620i and I'm currently looking to get another or a 600.I have my '95 CBR600 up for sale and as soon as its sold I'll be in the market for a 600/620 Monster .I did have a few issues with my 620-apart from the poor engine finish the fuel tank developed a leak which at the time I was able to get a fairly cheap replacement off Fleabay .While I can do basic maintenance I'm not too confident tackling anything serious although I have a good friend who will help me out if needed. I'd be very grateful for any hints and tips in my search for a new Monster.

03-10-2020, 06:24 PM	#5
Darren69 Transmaniacon MOC Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Sutton In Ashfield Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 6,092	There was an unfinished project M750 on ebay a few days ago. Looked reasonable. __________________ Roast Beef Monster! Termignoni and Bucci - Italian for pipe and slippers! S4 Fogarty, S4R 07T, 748, Series 1 Mirage

04-10-2020, 10:30 AM	#14
mickj Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Clevedon Bike: M1200s Posts: 565	Welcome back to the forum motomartin11. __________________ Keep the rubber side down. Mick

04-10-2020, 11:56 AM	#15
Darkness . Join Date: May 2007 Location: Stockbridge Bike: M900 Posts: 1,984	Don’t rule out the M900 too. There is very little difference in weight for those too. 185kg dry as against 178kg for both the M750 and M600. With the advantages that the 900 has six gears and a nice rattly dry clutch for the full Ducati aural experience. __________________ Original and Best since 1993 Last edited by Darkness; 04-10-2020 at 02:30 PM..

03-10-2020, 05:37 PM	#2
Ron1000 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Livingston Bike: M1100evo Posts: 867	Would you find the 600/620 a bit under powered compared your cbr?

03-10-2020, 05:41 PM	#3
Moco1961 Guest Posts: n/a	Welcome back, Rob04 is a member on here and was looking to sell his 695, it's a cracking example too. May be worth dropping him a PM.

03-10-2020, 06:21 PM	#4
motomartin11 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: stourbridge Bike: M750 Posts: 371	I'm looking for something a bit lighter and as I get older slower ! Funds will be limited (by wife!) so I can't stretch to a newer model. I also prefer the idea of the simplicity of carbs maybe. A 750 would be nice but they seem rarer and more expensive.

03-10-2020, 08:35 PM	#9
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	I'd say utopia is the acknowledged expert here on the M750. If you've any questions about the 750, I'm sure he'll be able to help. He may even be on shortly to extol the virtues of the middleweight Monster.

03-10-2020, 06:50 PM	#10
enbee23 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: Nairn Bike: S4r Posts: 99	I might have an M750 up for grabs soon.