IMO I have not had a prob with late 90's 900/though SS's , love the monsters and would not hesitate to buy one if I were say living in Brisbane for instance.
!098S's are a bit harsh for my liking as a daily rider but as mentioned horses for courses.
Likes ;
>Zorst note
>Handling ++
>Brakes ++
>>The 06-09 Monsters are prob the most fun bikes I have ever ridden!!
Dislike ;
>That awful dry clutch rattle (worse with the aftermarket open cut covers)
>Earlier SS's lack the mojo in the power department.
>Oil leaks (not Ducati specific obviously)
>Price of basic parts ie M/C's calipers / rotors etc .
>>The new Ducatti (first big bike / Ducati) / cafe racer / half caf' decaf fagolate drinker , complete with the matching ducati leathers/boots/gloves with all the factory race team logo's and a Stoner replica lid ..etc,etc....... Attitude...
Another love ; To point out the 2" chicken strips on the above mentioned owner's bike
My 2C
