[Group] SBF DUCATI Monster

[dodobird]

KTV? hahah sorry saw wrongly.. HAHA

 

bro seriously...u the eye doc and u cant see properly....what is the world coming too?!!

[tribbiani]

I got lao hua. sorry..

[tribbiani]

repeat.....

[azzury]

Hi all,

 

Is it advisable for a rider who has zero experience in riding to get a Ducati Monster 400 as his virgin ride? Or is it too much to handle..

[jx87]

Hi all,

 

Is it advisable for a rider who has zero experience in riding to get a Ducati Monster 400 as his virgin ride? Or is it too much to handle..

 

Hey, i think it is fine. Anyway monster handling is great and if love Ducati Monster. Go for it ! You will be enjoying every moment. Somemore it is also not a bike you see so regularly now and then. People on the road will be admiring your ride. I also brought mine. wooo love it man.

[dodobird]

Hi all,

 

Is it advisable for a rider who has zero experience in riding to get a Ducati Monster 400 as his virgin ride? Or is it too much to handle..

 

i strong advise against it. the monster 400 is not an easy bike to handle. and its not that forgiving. and u need deep pockets.

[jx87]

haha .. anyway it is all about passion ..

[tribbiani]

I don't think there's any problem getting a monster 4 as the first bike. The only reason why some might not encourage it is that the monster market consists of only second hand (sometimes third, fourth etc..) monsters. As with all other second hand bikes, even new bikes, they do come with their fair share of problems. Having an experience in that aspect will equip you to be able to handle the problems when they come your way. That's why as what Dodobird said, its not that forgiving and you need a deep pocket, but only if you pick up one that is not exactly in a good condition.

 

If you really like the looks, think you are able to handle the expenses that might be coming your way, by all means get it as your first bike! You will definitely enjoy it and learn more about it along the way. Remember, treat your bike well and it will treat you well. Meet up with the guys and you will see many well maintained monsters that do not give their owners any major problems or headaches, then you will find that owning one really isn't that expensive. Just don't learn from dodobird and buy too many aftermarket parts.

 

Cheers

[dodobird]

I don't think there's any problem getting a monster 4 as the first bike. The only reason why some might not encourage it is that the monster market consists of only second hand (sometimes third, fourth etc..) monsters. As with all other second hand bikes, even new bikes, they do come with their fair share of problems. Having an experience in that aspect will equip you to be able to handle the problems when they come your way. That's why as what Dodobird said, its not that forgiving and you need a deep pocket, but only if you pick up one that is not exactly in a good condition.

 

If you really like the looks, think you are able to handle the expenses that might be coming your way, by all means get it as your first bike! You will definitely enjoy it and learn more about it along the way. Remember, treat your bike well and it will treat you well. Meet up with the guys and you will see many well maintained monsters that do not give their owners any major problems or headaches, then you will find that owning one really isn't that expensive. Just don't learn from dodobird and buy too many aftermarket parts.

 

Cheers

 

oie!! i support original parts okie... i'll never forget the S$400 fuel reserve sensors...LOL

 

btw...dear all...23mm frame plugs - gold for sale!!!

[tribbiani]

hahah its 4 x 24mm and 1 x 22mm.

[easy2findme]

hahah its 4 x 24mm and 1 x 22mm.

 

Can fit on my monster? 01-03 model i think... tempting man.

[tribbiani]

Can fit on my monster? 01-03 model i think... tempting man.

 

You can always come by to try and see if it fits

[rekkor09]

Yo guys!

 

Can this kit be used on my 1998 Monster 400? http://www.ferracci.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=191

Looking around for an "upgrade".....heh.

[thenation]

Yo guys!

 

Can this kit be used on my 1998 Monster 400? http://www.ferracci.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=191

Looking around for an "upgrade".....heh.

 

Your cylinders will need to be bored out or swapped with 600 cylinders, and the crank will have to be changed to cope with the increased power. Note this is highly illegal. Better to upgrade to a bigger bike.

[dodobird]

Yo guys!

 

Can this kit be used on my 1998 Monster 400? http://www.ferracci.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=191

Looking around for an "upgrade".....heh.

 

the difference between the 400 and 600 is not just a question of bore only. even if u change out the block and pistons, u still need to change out the crankshafts and conrods and gear ratios(NOT SPROCKETS). it is 2 different engines. and parts are not cross compatible with different yrs of manufacture.

 

extensive research has been done on this topic around the world. u will be able to find the actual differences in the archives of some websites.

 

simply put, it is not an easy or cheap job to do the conversion and its highly illegal. we do not encourage such behavior.

[hnn]

BUGGER I'll miss this one!

http://a6.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/200248_10150121160960905_654570904_6515445_5193276_n.jpg

[tribbiani]

simply put, it is not an easy or cheap job to do the conversion and its highly illegal. we do not encourage such behavior.

 

So dodobird, what kinda behavior would you encourage then? HAHA the butter behavior?

[dodobird]

So dodobird, what kinda behavior would you encourage then? HAHA the butter behavior?

 

bro, thats a new 1...LOL

[IreneVXR]

BUGGER I'll miss this one!

 

by invitation only huh?

[qeith]

So dodobird, what kinda behavior would you encourage then? HAHA the butter behavior?

 

bro, thats a new 1...LOL

 

Haha I saw you post that on your fb.

[crazyboi]

hi guys, my monster 400 needs to pump around 130kms else shes thirsty.. is the FC normal to be so high>??

[easy2findme]

hi guys, my monster 400 needs to pump around 130kms else shes thirsty.. is the FC normal to be so high>??

 

check if it is in miles... if someone changed the meter before, then there is a possibility that it may not be in km.

 

If in km, then it is very bad FC. go check the bike at mech

[dryice]

I get 250KM to a full tank in my Monster 400 with stock front & rear sprocket

[crazyboi]

guys, is there anyway to mod the front brakes to dual brake disk? how much will it cost?

[easy2findme]

guys, is there anyway to mod the front brakes to dual brake disk? how much will it cost?

 

If your front right side, lower part of the fork does not have a bracket for another pair of calipers, it will be more expensive. Either you buy a right fork or the lower bracket. Both not easy to find cheaply.

 

If not, just buy caliper, brake pads, brake disc, new brake hose, maybe brake pump if you want better power. Else, single disc is good enough for track even. The bike is already very light and you are not at 1098 speeds.

 

Also, why do you want the front wheel to be heavier?