[Group] SBF DUCATI Monster

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by shoei@Sep 29 2006, 07:14 AM

omg

 

are u sure?? they have been around for quite sometime

why OMG bro ??

 

its time for them to move on. They are not giving us ducati riders much support

 

compared to other exotic bike owners.

 

Well to them only the whites matter most ...... good luck to em.

 

i cant wait for new management.

[Guest Jade]

thanks wild i for the recommendation!

 

 

i thought i was the only one who doesn't like Minerva! haha... whether they stay or go, no matter to me....

 

They suck and tried to rip me off... good riddance!

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by Jade@Sep 29 2006, 10:34 PM

thanks wild i for the recommendation!

 

 

i thought i was the only one who doesn't like Minerva! haha... whether they stay or go, no matter to me....

 

They suck and tried to rip me off... good riddance!

they have always been damn F***king lazy

 

 

esp the guy on the second floor ..... complain everything u ask ...... what for be a sales person if cant ask anything .... hes very big headed

 

well i realise that he choose ppl to talk n entertain ..... not professional at all ....

 

overall their PR sucks ..... if ur ang moh..... u b a king to them!!!

 

cant even rite us a supporting letter for lta .....that sucks

[Guest Jade]

Yeah... can't stand that guy

 

One day, I backside itchy, asked Minerva to do a valve clearance and then my idling super high, sent back to them to tune again, they said need to change thia and that, so more charges. In the end, my bike idling way too low, machiam cannot start at all.

 

They said my engine needs overhauling, which can cost $2k!! I went back to Mike... and it's fine ever since!

 

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by Jade@Sep 30 2006, 10:49 AM

Yeah... can't stand that guy

 

One day, I backside itchy, asked Minerva to do a valve clearance and then my idling super high, sent back to them to tune again, they said need to change thia and that, so more charges. In the end, my bike idling way too low, machiam cannot start at all.

 

They said my engine needs overhauling, which can cost $2k!! I went back to Mike... and it's fine ever since!

 

well ...cant wait for them to close shop ..... btw minerva is not a official agent in singapore. they are not even recognise by DUCATI

 

our nearest agent is at AUSTRALIA

[stanmysterio]

Thanks to jade, jonathan n vicam...my doubts are solved......but i will still considering betwen these two! Thanks once again...

[Funfly]

They may not be the best, may not be the cheapest if u send your bikes there to service or repair.

 

But they are still here to support the only 320 register Ducati in Singapore.

 

the volume is so low.......

 

Ducati is like ferrarei...low volume production... need to paid a premium to own it.

 

Japanese bike mass production- run cost are low too.......

 

If one want to travel from point to point with a different atittude...

 

Ducati is the Answer

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by Funfly@Oct 1 2006, 02:14 AM

They may not be the best, may not be the cheapest if u send your bikes there to service or repair.

 

But they are still here to support the only 320 register Ducati in Singapore.

 

the volume is so low.......

 

Ducati is like ferrarei...low volume production... need to paid a premium to own it.

 

Japanese bike mass production- run cost are low too.......

 

If one want to travel from point to point with a different atittude...

 

Ducati is the Answer

if ur saying that they are still here to support.... pls do tell me when did they support you when you ask for something .... mind you not purchasing ya

 

i have not bought any parts or repair from them yet surviving and my bike status is ten times better than what they produce

 

support from them is nil ..... they will support ang moh not us local

[Funfly]

I had a DUCATI MONSTER from 2004-2006

Each time if i need to replace any parts, if no stock, they order for me.

 

I think they are fine. How much did u think they need make a day to cover a day running cost, as there are only 320 ducati in Singapore?

 

Have they been rude to u ?

 

Or is due to they could not service u at the price u wanted?

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by Funfly@Oct 1 2006, 12:32 PM

I had a DUCATI MONSTER from 2004-2006

Each time if i need to replace any parts, if no stock, they order for me.

 

I think they are fine. How much did u think they need make a day to cover a day running cost, as there are only 320 ducati in Singapore?

 

Have they been rude to u ?

 

Or is due to they could not service u at the price u wanted?

rude ..... yes yet talk bad abt me ..... stating that i ask a lot ... if dun know anything just ask u mechanic to buy......... tht was wht said to me!!

[red rocket]

Originally posted by antonioshabirto@Sep 26 2006, 11:06 PM

hi guys,

 

i heard Ducati will be closed down under minerva n reopen under different company.

 

i hope the new owner will give us a better support.

When's that happening? Any idea whoz the new dealer?

[blackreplica]

Feel compelled to post this:

 

IMO Minerva is a mixed bag. The workshop has bloody irritating staff, i went there to pick up a pair of spark plugs and there was this idiot mechanic who was hammering me with rubbish questions in an attempt to try and get me to service my bike with them "Why you need to change spark plugs? They should last 25000km minimum you know, you obviously have carburettion issues and need us to fix it if you want it fixed properly" Cmon give me a freaking break! I wasnt in there for a service, i just wanted a pair of manufacturer-recommended plugs!

 

But on the other hand, the service at their lavender road showroom is top notch. I am obviously not a serious buyer but they give me service like i've got 50000 bucks in my pocket and am itching to buy something. They answer all my questions with great professionalism, and deserve great credit for that. The malay dude who runs the parts store upstairs (Ismail?) is also a great guy.

 

Their workshop needs to learn the finer points of good service from their showroom colleagues. Personally i hope they just replace the workshop but not the dealership

 

P.S. Havent been here in a while, how is everyone? Still enjoying your monsters?

[Funfly]

Originally posted by antonioshabirto@Oct 1 2006, 12:48 PM

rude ..... yes yet talk bad abt me ..... stating that i ask a lot ... if dun know anything just ask u mechanic to buy......... tht was wht said to me!!

 

 

OIC......... rude to U...........

[Kian]

Hi guys..

 

I just bought a new 400.. and from the treads I've read, it sure sounds like I did the right thing.

 

Can any of you guys give advice on peculiarities of the bike? Eg. hints on breaking in the engine, problematic parts that need extra care, how she rides, etc...

 

Have also heard vaguely of headsets with bluetooth connection and audio input that can be fitted to helmets.... does anyone know where I can get one and how much they cost?

 

Thanks and looking forward to seeing you on the road!

[shoei]

Originally posted by antonioshabirto@Sep 29 2006, 09:33 AM

why OMG bro ??

 

its time for them to move on. They are not giving us ducati riders much support

 

compared to other exotic bike owners.

 

Well to them only the whites matter most ...... good luck to em.

 

i cant wait for new management.

where did u get ur information from bro?

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by shoei@Oct 1 2006, 11:35 PM

where did u get ur information from bro?

under table lah bro

[Funfly]

Originally posted by antonioshabirto@Oct 2 2006, 12:39 AM

under table lah bro

Will one get into trouble for airing such info?

 

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by Funfly@Oct 4 2006, 12:14 AM

Will one get into trouble for airing such info?

 

theres nothing to say .... well most of the ppl new abt this .... it can be rumours or mayb its true

[Kian]

Interesting that we go through similar questions in making this decision.

 

If it helps, over and above the techincal stuff and comparisons with the Super4, it all boiled down to just one thing... The Ducati has loads of character....!

 

So.. I took the plunge just 2 weeks ago and decided to buy the Monster. I reckon I could probably be happy riding the bike till the COE expires and perhaps even beyond.... anyone out there kept yours for a long time?

 

 

Good luck!

[CMYRS]

Originally posted by blackreplica@Oct 1 2006, 02:31 PM

Feel compelled to post this:

 

IMO Minerva is a mixed bag. The workshop has bloody irritating staff, i went there to pick up a pair of spark plugs and there was this idiot mechanic who was hammering me with rubbish questions in an attempt to try and get me to service my bike with them "Why you need to change spark plugs? They should last 25000km minimum you know, you obviously have carburettion issues and need us to fix it if you want it fixed properly" Cmon give me a freaking break! I wasnt in there for a service, i just wanted a pair of manufacturer-recommended plugs!

 

But on the other hand, the service at their lavender road showroom is top notch. I am obviously not a serious buyer but they give me service like i've got 50000 bucks in my pocket and am itching to buy something. They answer all my questions with great professionalism, and deserve great credit for that. The malay dude who runs the parts store upstairs (Ismail?) is also a great guy.

 

Their workshop needs to learn the finer points of good service from their showroom colleagues. Personally i hope they just replace the workshop but not the dealership

 

P.S. Havent been here in a while, how is everyone? Still enjoying your monsters?

 

Saw your bike parked at the sidewalk at Far East.

Wanted to take a pic but your monster was gone when I returned

 

Dats my bike in the pic also btw

[despairmonster900]

Originally posted by antonioshabirto@Sep 30 2006, 10:41 AM

they have always been damn F***king lazy

 

 

esp the guy on the second floor ..... complain everything u ask ...... what for be a sales person if cant ask anything .... hes very big headed

 

well i realise that he choose ppl to talk n entertain ..... not professional at all ....

 

overall their PR sucks ..... if ur ang moh..... u b a king to them!!!

 

cant even rite us a supporting letter for lta .....that sucks

Whoa... Whoa... Whoa... Wtz all diz commotion abt man!!

 

1st of all, i would like to say dt i m thankful to Minerva for the service over the yearz!!! Eventhough i maybe new in this Superbike world... Minerva has been a good agent!!! They are not lazy ppl, they give their honest opinions abt ur bike, of how to take care, when to change ur sprak plugs & wen u should go for your servicing..

 

2ndly, we r riding a "Ferrari" in the bike world so u expect to pay peanuts for your servicing? Be reasonable.. If u cant afford/maintain don ride it!!! Simple as dt!!! Don even dream of owning it in the 1st place... There's other alternative - bikes for you "Cheppos" down there!!! I m not supporting them bt i've been tru wif them they do provide service, give discounts & all...

 

Maybe for the newbies dt just join our Ducati forum or own a Ducati bike yourself... Learn abt ur "Beast" b4 u buy one!!! Cos its parts is not sumtin u can buy from "Ah-Boy" orait!!!

 

Btw there are other guys like Micheal from Kallang Cycle... He's a former Ducati mechanic too... U can service ur "Beast" there... So wtz d fuss?

[antonioshabirto]

Originally posted by despairmonster900@Oct 5 2006, 12:43 PM

Whoa... Whoa... Whoa... Wtz all diz commotion abt man!!

 

1st of all, i would like to say dt i m thankful to Minerva for the service over the yearz!!! Eventhough i maybe new in this Superbike world... Minerva has been a good agent!!! They are not lazy ppl, they give their honest opinions abt ur bike, of how to take care, when to change ur sprak plugs & wen u should go for your servicing..

 

2ndly, we r riding a "Ferrari" in the bike world so u expect to pay peanuts for your servicing? Be reasonable.. If u cant afford/maintain don ride it!!! Simple as dt!!! Don even dream of owning it in the 1st place... There's other alternative - bikes for you "Cheppos" down there!!! I m not supporting them bt i've been tru wif them they do provide service, give discounts & all...

 

Maybe for the newbies dt just join our Ducati forum or own a Ducati bike yourself... Learn abt ur "Beast" b4 u buy one!!! Cos its parts is not sumtin u can buy from "Ah-Boy" orait!!!

 

Btw there are other guys like Micheal from Kallang Cycle... He's a former Ducati mechanic too... U can service ur "Beast" there... So wtz d fuss?

REGARDS to ur comment on my previous quotes!!!

 

FIRSTLY IM NOT A NEW RIDER OF DUCATI!!

 

Secondly you must be one of those that service only at minerva .....

 

well if you think they have done well on ur bike good for you .....

 

You dont need to pay much to service the beast .... u need brains to service this beast

 

so once again do not quote any how brudder .... ur have hit the wrong person!!

[jonathan543]

might be the first/new ducati owners had a better customer service experience from the service staff compared to those whom had bought the bike 2nd hand from elses where?

i dun owned a ducati... yet(haha) but the minerva showroom's staff are professional and always cheerful and eager to answer any enquires should u have one. i'm not too sure on the minerva service workshop's staff's attitude though...

[Freddy_82]

hi guys, i'm very keen to get a m4..

just went to Kallang Cycle and saw a red monster for sale.

Fp 7488 ? i wonder is the owner from this forum?? Or any Bros out there knows the condition of this bike... ?

Pls help.. will be very thankful to u guys ...

i can be contacted @ 98511126 - Freddy..

thank you..

[Guest jimmy san]

hey fren im not sure where can service ducati but can help u ask ard cos i got two fren ridding m900 but im actually luking for monster 400cc..u got any more kantao of where can get it???