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04-03-2014, 09:06 AM | #1 |
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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 |
04-03-2014, 09:58 AM | #2 |
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Join Date: Jun 2010
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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. |
04-03-2014, 10:25 AM | #3 | |
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Thanks for your recommendation Ash |
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04-03-2014, 10:41 AM | #4 |
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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. |
04-03-2014, 01:48 PM | #5 | |
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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 |
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04-03-2014, 01:56 PM | #6 |
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How do i put avatar on ? cant find it
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04-03-2014, 02:09 PM | #7 |
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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. |
04-03-2014, 02:30 PM | #8 | |
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Thanks |
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04-03-2014, 03:53 PM | #9 | |
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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!! |
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04-03-2014, 03:58 PM | #10 |
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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. |
04-03-2014, 04:20 PM | #11 |
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Welcome to the club, but get those belts changed ASAP!!
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04-03-2014, 04:23 PM | #12 |
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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. |
04-03-2014, 05:02 PM | #13 |
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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.
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04-03-2014, 05:35 PM | #14 |
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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? |
04-03-2014, 05:45 PM | #15 | |
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Its a 1997 Thanks |
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