Ducati Riders

[jaspok82]

Thanks bro for the directions,really appreciate it! !!Anyway i'd b gng next mth hope the timebelt,engine oil change and stuff won't cost too much:sweat: .U guys knows wat's the average amt?Me in NS lah so muz budget here and there.... Pls give guidance!

[obitrok]

Originally posted by jaspok82@Feb 24 2004, 12:22 AM

Thanks bro for the directions,really appreciate it! !!Anyway i'd b gng next mth hope the timebelt,engine oil change and stuff won't cost too much:sweat: .U guys knows wat's the average amt?Me in NS lah so muz budget here and there.... Pls give guidance!

when i did my m4 for its interval servicing then, it costs me abt 450 from minerva. if im not wrong, the labour costs itself is 200. u'd probably pay have half the labour fees at michaels shop.

 

micheal is a very good mechanic but something i have to say.. the dude is abit old, so he might forget a thing or too. remember to check everythings in place like belt cover screws, slip on screw, etc, before leaving

[jaspok82]

k man,thanks for the advice and info .Glad to still be able find fellow dukes .Everywhere is s4 guyz so can't really consult them for ducati's tech except for normal stuff .Anyway do u guyz know of a former mechanic at michaels workshop name ah yong?:cheeky:He's ard 40+ and now at balestier wing yap.Consulted him a few times seems like an experience mech.Can truz him on my duke?Cheers!

[fzmz]

If anyone's interested, I have oil sump plugs for the Ducati Superbike.

Unlike the factory ones, these are pre-drilled for safety wiring (and if you use KNN oil filters, you can safety wire them together), and are made of

Forged Stainless steel. It also has a very strong magnet (Stronger than factory) to catch metal bits floating in the sump.

 

I brought a few in to save on postage and that some other ducati rider's might benefit. I have only about 3 left. They're at cost at $38. Compared to the $50+ retail elsewhere in Singapore.

 

Interested, email me at [email protected]

[Will]

Yo brothers, heres some info for those who might want to upgrade.

 

Latest Price list for Ducati Bikes from Minerva

 

Monster 1000s - $26,020

 

Monster S4R - $30,308

 

749S - $34,783

 

998 Matrix - $40,320

 

999 Bip - $40,320

 

999S - $49,620

 

ST4S - $31,820

 

Multi-Strada - $28,320

* All prices quoted excludes COE and Insurance.

 

o_O

[obitrok]

Originally posted by Will@Feb 26 2004, 05:12 AM

Yo brothers, heres some info for those who might want to upgrade.

 

Latest Price list for Ducati Bikes from Minerva

 

Monster 1000s - $26,020

 

Monster S4R - $30,308

 

749S - $34,783

 

998 Matrix - $40,320

 

999 Bip - $40,320

 

999S - $49,620

 

ST4S - $31,820

 

Multi-Strada - $28,320

* All prices quoted excludes COE and Insurance.

 

o_O

the prices have came real close to insane. we'd probably be the last ducati riders otr.

 

[Fireblader]

Originally posted by obitrok@Feb 23 2004, 09:12 PM

hey dude,

 

thanks for the nice piece there. hmm. anyways the shop where michael now owns/works is opposite kallang motorsports. when u enter the industrial park, go straight (anti-direction tho) instead of turning left towards the duke workshop. micheals shop is on the right.

 

cheers

Hi all,

 

my regular mechanic Rayman is a former mech at Ducati before and knows the machine inside out. I have seen him operating on a few Dukes in his workshop before.

 

 

His place : Ubi Cycle at end of same stretch of road with MotorSales, Dexing

[fzmz]

Servicing a Ducati requires the right factory tools. If they don't have it, forget about servicing a Duck properly. Even the shims on a Duck isn't compatible with Japanese bikes.

 

Its not a matter of just knowing the machines (which I seriously doubt any of the mechanics, other than Eugene and Michael, mentioned here do anyway)

 

Tell me a mechanic who "claims to know" just because he's touched one before, and I'll ask him one simple question, "Do you use a torque wrench? or do you just blindly guess"

 

Seriously, if you're looking to go on the cheap, maybe a Ducati isn't for you. Ducati's need alot of preventive maintenance and alot of TLC from the owners.

 

To Quote:

"Japanese bikes are meant to be ridden, enjoyed, and eventually discarded,

Ducati's are meant to be ridden, savoured and eventually enshrined"

 

HA!

[obitrok]

Originally posted by fzmz@Feb 26 2004, 07:44 PM

Servicing a Ducati requires the right factory tools. If they don't have it, forget about servicing a Duck properly. Even the shims on a Duck isn't compatible with Japanese bikes.

 

Its not a matter of just knowing the machines (which I seriously doubt any of the mechanics, other than Eugene and Michael, mentioned here do anyway)

 

Tell me a mechanic who "claims to know" just because he's touched one before, and I'll ask him one simple question, "Do you use a torque wrench? or do you just blindly guess"

 

Seriously, if you're looking to go on the cheap, maybe a Ducati isn't for you. Ducati's need alot of preventive maintenance and alot of TLC from the owners.

 

To Quote:

"Japanese bikes are meant to be ridden, enjoyed, and eventually discarded,

Ducati's are meant to be ridden, savoured and eventually enshrined"

 

HA!

yea, i agree with you, servicing a duke requires a dedicated mechanic, with all the desmo know how and the proper tools to service one. we all know jap bike mechs dont torque load the various bolts, so yes, never send yer duke to one. u'd never get it running the same again.

 

but.. there has to be someone with all this know how, who will perform this level of dedicated work. if u guys know one, do let us know.

 

we all know minerva charges a whole lot more and an alternative, qualified mechanic would be nice.

 

unfortunately, im stuck with minerva as i have to stick to their preventive maintanance intervals to fulfill the requirements for warranty

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by obitrok@Feb 26 2004, 10:55 PM

yea, i agree with you, servicing a duke requires a dedicated mechanic, with all the desmo know how and the proper tools to service one. we all know jap bike mechs dont torque load the various bolts, so yes, never send yer duke to one. u'd never get it running the same again.

Do they calibrate their torque wrench regularly? Once you drop a torque wrench, you have to send it for calibration...

[obitrok]

Originally posted by nE0@Feb 26 2004, 11:17 PM

Do they calibrate their torque wrench regularly? Once you drop a torque wrench, you have to send it for calibration...

hurhur, another blind area. technically, torque wrench manufacturers, call for a cal yearly. im sure this isnt done, even with minerva

[Will]

Originally posted by obitrok@Feb 26 2004, 01:20 PM

the prices have came real close to insane. we'd probably be the last ducati riders otr.

 

Yah, bro

 

Crazy agent prices. Must be the Euros.

[Will]

Originally posted by fzmz@Feb 26 2004, 07:44 PM

Servicing a Ducati requires the right factory tools. If they don't have it, forget about servicing a Duck properly. Even the shims on a Duck isn't compatible with Japanese bikes.

 

Its not a matter of just knowing the machines (which I seriously doubt any of the mechanics, other than Eugene and Michael, mentioned here do anyway)

 

Tell me a mechanic who "claims to know" just because he's touched one before, and I'll ask him one simple question, "Do you use a torque wrench? or do you just blindly guess"

 

Seriously, if you're looking to go on the cheap, maybe a Ducati isn't for you. Ducati's need alot of preventive maintenance and alot of TLC from the owners.

 

To Quote:

"Japanese bikes are meant to be ridden, enjoyed, and eventually discarded,

Ducati's are meant to be ridden, savoured and eventually enshrined"

 

HA!

Well said, bro.

 

At least Minerva uses their torque wrench in their servicing, though not sure about the calibration part.

[fzmz]

Easier to answer all.

 

Yes, calibration is important, but still using one is better than not using at all.

Maybe we all should go bug Minerva to do something about that. :-D

 

The alternative? DIY for simple things. Difficult? not really. Just imagine middle aged ladies assembled your engine down in Bolognia.

 

[Fireblader]

Originally posted by fzmz@Feb 26 2004, 07:44 PM

Servicing a Ducati requires the right factory tools. If they don't have it, forget about servicing a Duck properly. Even the shims on a Duck isn't compatible with Japanese bikes.

 

Its not a matter of just knowing the machines (which I seriously doubt any of the mechanics, other than Eugene and Michael, mentioned here do anyway)

 

Tell me a mechanic who "claims to know" just because he's touched one before, and I'll ask him one simple question, "Do you use a torque wrench? or do you just blindly guess"

 

Seriously, if you're looking to go on the cheap, maybe a Ducati isn't for you. Ducati's need alot of preventive maintenance and alot of TLC from the owners.

 

To Quote:

"Japanese bikes are meant to be ridden, enjoyed, and eventually discarded,

Ducati's are meant to be ridden, savoured and eventually enshrined"

 

HA!

Yah, i do agree with you. Using the torque wrench on the bolts and adhering to the specs shld be the way for the V-Twin Ducati bikes. Just imagine the amount of vibration it handles compared to a inline 4 one. Desmo valves are another major issue and it will really take a mechanic very delicate effort to ensure the specs at intake and exhuast are followed rigidly. A good mech will normally double confirm the thickness of the shims by measuring it again using the micrometer or dial gauge before installation.

 

The servicing is no doubt higher than Jap bikes but it's worth it for the extra styling and performance for the Duke !

[jaspok82]

guys,i've a question.i went in jb wif my m400 the other day but then when i wanted 2 start my bike again afer 30mins of leaving the customs,my bike can't start and the elevectric starter got problem.i charge the battery at the bike shop next to shell for 30 mins but then kana again after riding another 30 min..cld it be the battery spoil or the alternator like my frend say?but then it only happened in jb,i rode for 2 weeks in sg but no problem ley??anyway ideas?pls help!!thanx!

[James996]

Is it because of overheating?Bikes when rch the overheating point cant start.Gt to wait a while for it to cool down.

 

 

Ducati battery seen quite weak.I dun really trust the wet cell battery.Does anyone kw the model to convert to dry type?The wet cell doesnt have the rating for it.I scare buy the wrong type.(Ah rating)

[fzmz]

Originally posted by jaspok82@Mar 2 2004, 12:21 AM

30 min..cld it be the battery spoil or the alternator like my

Sounds like your battery isn't charging. So it could either be your Alternator or Regulator.

 

If you've got a multi-meter, you can check the voltage across the battery to find out.

 

The first thing I would do though, is check the wiring from the alternator to the regulator.

[GTBUSA]

Originally posted by obitrok@Dec 11 2003, 07:06 PM

Any ducati riders around?

hi guy just met a lady rider in irc the other time dame yaya....say she ride a DUCATI....ok fine...ask her out to join my frd for riding...Guess wat she say..."i only ride with ducati."i asked her why...she reply..."others r toooooooo slow for her...."so LADY IF U READING THIS GRAP UR GEAR START UR ENGINE>>>>and pm me...we will see.....>for the rest so the DUCATI RIDERS NO HARD FEELINg GUys.Just against her..Cheers.. ride safe...

[jaspok82]

tat's y,so i muz get a mech 2 check for me rite?can't check myself??heard tat the regulator is damn ex,hope it's the wet cell problem.anyway other monster riders faces the same problem?its seems tat after i on the choke everything seems ok juz tat muz rev a bit on the throttle.Isn't it serious guys?dun wish 2 fork out big $ .hope 2 get more opinions,thanks for suggesting!

[terry]

Originally posted by jaspok82@Mar 2 2004, 10:45 AM

tat's y,so i muz get a mech 2 check for me rite?can't check myself??heard tat the regulator is damn ex,hope it's the wet cell problem.anyway other monster riders faces the same problem?its seems tat after i on the choke everything seems ok juz tat muz rev a bit on the throttle.Isn't it serious guys?dun wish 2 fork out big $ .hope 2 get more opinions,thanks for suggesting!

yes, check the wiring from the alternator to the rectifier. happened to my bike. exactly the same thing. ride a while, battery went dead, charged up, ride again, battery when dead.

 

trace the wire and clean the contacts using contact cleaner for the plugs into the rectifier. measure the batt with a voltmeter to see the voltage goes up when you rev the bike.

 

dun jump into the alternator, rectifier busted conculsion. the vibrations from the bike do make things come loose.

[Guest laksaboy2000]

Hi everyone I amnew to Ducati bikes but I am very interested in getting one. I was at a bike shop called Sporting Motercycles and saw this beautiful ducati that was for sale it was a 748sp. the owner wanted $15,500.00 is this a good price. I have only started looking for one. If anybody has one for sale or know if there are any shops selling them let me know. Another question Is a 748 same as a 916 they look the same. i am confused please help anybody:help:

[fzmz]

Originally posted by GTBUSA@Mar 2 2004, 10:36 AM

others r toooooooo slow for her...."

 

Ya, and they don't look good half as good too...

 

KNN...irc niah, you get so heated up. Grow up lah.

 

:cheer:

[seal]

Originally posted by fzmz@Mar 2 2004, 05:28 PM

Ya, and they don't look good half as good too...

 

KNN...irc niah, you get so heated up. Grow up lah.

 

 

 

:thumb: :cheer:

[James996]

Originally posted by laksaboy2000@Mar 2 2004, 04:54 PM

Hi everyone I amnew to Ducati bikes but I am very interested in getting one. I was at a bike shop called Sporting Motercycles and saw this beautiful ducati that was for sale it was a 748sp. the owner wanted $15,500.00 is this a good price. I have only started looking for one. If anybody has one for sale or know if there are any shops selling them let me know. Another question Is a 748 same as a 916 they look the same. i am confused please help anybody:help:

Hi,

Welcome.

Maybe u shld look ard first,before u decide.

I saw in a newpaper tat a expat wanted to sell his 748 for 16K,still selling.

748 is quite rare in singapore.

The outer look is the same as 916,jus the engine,forks,rear shock diff.