[Group] SBF DUCATI Monster

[technicolorhighway]

I run 35 both front and rear.

 

this is not right..............

[dinie]

i run 260kPa and 300kPa, front and back respectively. but then again, i ride a poofter.

[technicolorhighway]

i run 260kPa and 300kPa, front and back respectively. but then again, i ride a poofter.

 

bro.......over inflated

 

gentlemen...look at your swing arm chain side

there will be the recomended psi/kpa

Edited January 30, 2009 by technicolorhighway

[dryice]

I run 2.2 BAR or 32 PSI or 220 KPa for the front and 2.4 BAR or 35 PSI or 240KPa for the rear.

[singhla]

bash, check this out.

 

http://www.zecoscooters.com/

 

Has this got LTA approval yet? A bit restricted as there are no charging points and kinda need a really long extension cord from the HDB apt to the MSCP.

[technicolorhighway]

I run 2.2 BAR or 32 PSI or 220 KPa for the front and 2.4 BAR or 35 PSI or 240KPa for the rear.

 

generally front inflation the same cause we all share the same size.

rear will differ slightly depending on your tyre width for 400 to 900

 

 

http://www.sportrider.com/tech/tires/146_0206_motorcycle_tire_pressure/index.html

 

 

see

 

http://www.ducati.com/en/bikes/service/manuals/2000.jhtml?family=manuals

[dinie]

bro.......over inflated

 

gentlemen...look at your swing arm chain side

there will be the recomended psi/kpa

nah uh... *shakes head. my manufacturer recommended pressures are 250kPa and 290kPa front and back. and you can go +10kPa more, safely if you do more expressway riding like me, to save fuel. the downside is your tyre squares off slightly faster..

[villier]

Where can i get Street Legal Exhaust? Any brand to reconmend? and Price?

[dodobird]

Has this got LTA approval yet? A bit restricted as there are no charging points and kinda need a really long extension cord from the HDB apt to the MSCP.

 

http://www.straitstimes.com/Breaking+News/Singapore/Story/STIStory_325954.html

 

according to their web site, they plan to have charging pts every 10km radius. there's also 1 scooter with a speed limit of 120km/h @ 13bhp

 

 

can send me to work and back for 5 days or home to BB twice.

[dodobird]

Where can i get Street Legal Exhaust? Any brand to reconmend? and Price?

 

come down for our weekly kopi session to learn more. but exhaust should be the last place you should be thinking of spending your money.

[villier]

come down for our weekly kopi session to learn more. but exhaust should be the last place you should be thinking of spending your money.

 

Sure, btw i'm riding monster 400. My bike sound not nice now. Abit liek electric bike. Heard of arrow. How is it?

[Randy_koh]

Sure, btw i'm riding monster 400. My bike sound not nice now. Abit liek electric bike. Heard of arrow. How is it?

 

GPR low mount Slip on.. Confirm Street Legal.. Monster 400 thats ur only choice..!!

 

 

http://www.gpr.it/admin/documenti/moto/subcategory/subsubcategory/grande_DUCATI%20MONSTER%20GPE%20intera.jpg

 

http://www.gpr.it/admin/documenti/moto/subcategory/subsubcategory/grande_DUCATI%20MONSTER%20GPE%20term.jpg

 

http://www.gpr.it/admin/documenti/moto/subcategory/subsubcategory/grande_MonsterBassiIntera.jpg

 

http://www.gpr.it/admin/documenti/moto/subcategory/subsubcategory/grande_MonsterBassiTerm.jpg

Edited January 30, 2009 by Randy_koh

[dodobird]

Sure, btw i'm riding monster 400. My bike sound not nice now. Abit liek electric bike. Heard of arrow. How is it?

 

electric? that doesn't sound stock. just drop by tml.

[villier]

Ya, idle sound like chiu chiu chiu sound. GPR? heard that GPR no power. No other choice? How much is it? Might drop by tomorrow.

[Randy_koh]

Ya, idle sound like chiu chiu chiu sound. GPR? heard that GPR no power. No other choice? How much is it? Might drop by tomorrow.

 

I bought mine $1400++ inclu installation.. GPR no power..? Heard from where..? Doesn't mean its cheap means not good..!! I use GPR on my monster before.. sound and power...? Hell ya man...!! Its all up to the tuning and ur balls... lets say u buy other brands never tune properly also no use.. In Sngapore how fast u wanna go or how long can u maintain top speed..? MONSTER 400 only GPR LTA approved...!!

Edited January 30, 2009 by Randy_koh

[Randy_koh]

Few of us using GPR... If Motor GP and WSBK using it.. y not...!!

Edited January 30, 2009 by Randy_koh

[technicolorhighway]

nah uh... *shakes head. my manufacturer recommended pressures are 250kPa and 290kPa front and back. and you can go +10kPa more, safely if you do more expressway riding like me, to save fuel. the downside is your tyre squares off slightly faster..

 

`tyre squares off slightly faster'

 

`manufacturer recommended pressures are 250kPa and 290kPa front and back'

 

i can only suspect that this is under max load.over inflating will bring grips lower than optimum required.

 

if you think abt it,class 2 bikes 32 front and 36 rear is a standard.

consider the ratio when we reduce the cc.this will mean that a gilera will go 300~350!

 

also consider our country's temp.

air expands futher when heated.......

Edited January 30, 2009 by technicolorhighway

[CMYRS]

tyre pressure stated by the manufacturer is only a suggestion.

its not a hard and fast rule, just a guideline.

 

u should set your tyre pressure according to riding style and body weight.

with n w/o pillion also makes a difference.

 

another thing to consider is that

if one rides really hard, yr tyre pressure easily goes up inexcess of 5psi.

so yr recommended 32 front, 36 rear ends up to be about 37 front, 41 rear.

 

i guess most of us are looking for maximum grip, not durability.

with a contact patch the width of your palm, its the only contact points between u and the road. use it wisely

[soma]

Hi guys,

 

Been thinking of getting a Monster 400. Like to find out if the stock pillion seat is uncomfortable, cos I usually will pillion my wife. Called up Kallang Cycle today to ask if they have any used M400 for sale, and they said got one in so-so condition, FQ plate selling for $5,800...Too expensive?

[easy2findme]

Hi guys,

 

Been thinking of getting a Monster 400. Like to find out if the stock pillion seat is uncomfortable, cos I usually will pillion my wife. Called up Kallang Cycle today to ask if they have any used M400 for sale, and they said got one in so-so condition, FQ plate selling for $5,800...Too expensive?

 

The pillion seat is not as comfortable as a phantom seat. Could be smaller than a super four's seat. Riding position is definitely more aggressive, leaning/sloping forward a bit. Why not test the seat instead?

 

As for the price of the FQ bike, it depends on the condition as the price can vary from $3k as seen in garage sale now to 8.5k, just sold last month. It depends on if coe is renewed at 1k, then you have to factor in this cost. If the tank and frame is good paint then you save about $500 to redo. If got aftermarket pipes (legal GPRs) you save $1350. If got twin disc brakes and upgraded pump, (then you save >$500 - 700). If got overhauled engine, the you save near $1.5k - $2k. If you have seat cowl, you save $200. If you have oil cooler installed, then you save $300. If you have front cowl and windscreen, you save another $200 or more. If the tires are new, you save $330. If the sprocket is AFAM then you save $195 for rear and $55 for front. And then there is the cost of the bike as well. So you factor in all these... you can see why some bikes are worth more than others. You spend more to enjoy the bike out of the workshop and out on twisty roads more. It is not that Ducati owners are unreasonable in their asking price just by looking at the price itself. The condition matters. If the bike is in crap shape and he is asking for $8k then you know what to do. Most owners of good condition Ducatis will only sell it to people they trust to maintain and service the bike diligently. Most on this thread have spent more money than the cost of many 2A bikes to get the ideal monster. The love for the monster is immeasurable and only the rider will know the pricelessness. Others can only talk about it being expensive and unreliable and high maintenance.

[villier]

GPR so ex? Just the endcan only? Thought its just few hundred

[soma]

The pillion seat is not as comfortable as a phantom seat. Could be smaller than a super four's seat. Riding position is definitely more aggressive, leaning/sloping forward a bit. Why not test the seat instead?

 

As for the price of the FQ bike, it depends on the condition as the price can vary from $3k as seen in garage sale now to 8.5k, just sold last month. It depends on if coe is renewed at 1k, then you have to factor in this cost. If the tank and frame is good paint then you save about $500 to redo. If got aftermarket pipes (legal GPRs) you save $1350. If got twin disc brakes and upgraded pump, (then you save >$500 - 700). If got overhauled engine, the you save near $1.5k - $2k. If you have seat cowl, you save $200. If you have oil cooler installed, then you save $300. If you have front cowl and windscreen, you save another $200 or more. If the tires are new, you save $330. If the sprocket is AFAM then you save $195 for rear and $55 for front. And then there is the cost of the bike as well. So you factor in all these... you can see why some bikes are worth more than others. You spend more to enjoy the bike out of the workshop and out on twisty roads more. It is not that Ducati owners are unreasonable in their asking price just by looking at the price itself. The condition matters. If the bike is in crap shape and he is asking for $8k then you know what to do. Most owners of good condition Ducatis will only sell it to people they trust to maintain and service the bike diligently. Most on this thread have spent more money than the cost of many 2A bikes to get the ideal monster. The love for the monster is immeasurable and only the rider will know the pricelessness. Others can only talk about it being expensive and unreliable and high maintenance.

 

Wow, thanks for the detailed response! I'm gonna write down some of the prices and things you mentioned. My first ride was a Phantom, which although I enjoyed, found the riding position too laid back. Been thinking, dreaming, and lusting over a Monster for a long time already. Love the looks, the sound, and everything about the bike! Been reading this thread, and can really tell the passion that you guys have for your Monster, and care that needs to go into the bike. Really hoping to find the right Monster for myself, and join you guys soon

[Randy_koh]

GPR so ex? Just the endcan only? Thought its just few hundred

 

Take Honda Super 4 for example it only have one end can & it already cost $600 to $700++ depending on brands... Monster have two pipes...!! So its x2 the price.. GPR cost $1400++ carbon ones inclu installation & tuning. I got mine @ kallang Cycle.. Titanium ones cheaper.. other brands worse.. I enquirer before Mivv and Blue flame exhaust.. its cost $1800+++ and worse thing of all its not legal.. GPR $1400++ LTA approved... Well its still a little ex but no choice.. LTA approve thats y.. Illegal ones as in not LTA approve $$ a lot cheaper usually depending on brands..

Edited January 30, 2009 by Randy_koh

[villier]

Take Super 4 for example it only have one end can & it already cost $600 to $700++ depending on brands... Monster have two pipes...!! So its x2 the price.. GPR cost $1500 carbon ones inclu installation & tuning I got mine @ kallang Cycle.. Titanium ones cheaper.. other brands worse.. I enquirer before Mivv and Blue flame exhaust.. its cost $1800+++... GPR $1400++ LTA approved thats y $$ so steep.. Illegal ones as in not LTA approve $$ a lot cheaper..

 

 

 

Ok. Thanks! Will think about whether want to change or not.

[Randy_koh]

Ok. Thanks! Will think about whether want to change or not.

 

Try Seng Guang.. they can do wonders... $$$ very much cheaper..!! Good Luck..

Edited January 30, 2009 by Randy_koh