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  1. Alf

    Why do manufacturers always dumb down the design of production models

    When you look at a prototype or a drawing, it may look amazing. But then when the manufacturer reveals the production model, it's always a huge let down compared to what you saw before. Whether it's car or motorcycle manufacturers, it's the same. A perfect recent example is the Toyota...
  2. gnance

    Dumb question I know...

    Anyone know how much a ducabike clear clutch cover weighs in comparison to the stock magnesium cover? I'd like to do a few tasteful mods while not adding weight unessessarily to a bike that prides itself on being light. Also wanting to get radiator guards to avoid damaging the radiator.....yes...
  3. P

    Dumb OCD Question

    I went for a ride the other day and noticed this for the first time. Is there an issue with this being off center and not lining up or is my OCD kicking in and it is just the way it was assembled. Nothing feels loose.
  4. K

    Dumb Question

    ....this might be a stupid question but I was not smart enough to test before I started changing things. I replaced the reservoirs on my 1199 and upgraded to an Oberon clutch slave while I was at it. Filled and bled clutch fluid about 10 reservoirs full.... maybe more. Lever is nice and firm...
  5. vcyclenut

    feeling dumb

    Been chasing my tail for a couple months going round and round and my exhaust valve was stuck close so now I get finally get down to really tuning this thing. base line is 182/96 with stock ecu and exhaust valve open all the time lol
  6. Stw

    Dumb ... of the day....

    Oops I ran a red light, better run over this guys motorcycle to get to safety! - GIF on Imgur
  7. R

    dumb question: do CF rims have a metallic core?

    some of them are so thin...want them but so intimidating as to possible fracture while riding. are my fears unfounded?
  8. gnance

    Dumb question about transporting the pani in a pickup

    I have a nice Tacoma that I would rather not ruin. I would like to use it to transport the pani when needed and was looking into a wheel chock to help secure it. What is the best wheel chock to mount into the bed of a pickup that comes with a nice setup and mounting hardware and is not going...
  9. SoutheastJay

    EPA - Agency of Dumb ..... and BS. FU-EPA

    EPA Are dumb ... Mother Fuckers. 1. They mandate this stupid ... charcoal filter which not only makes starting the motorcycles WE paid for, a ....., but actually causes the bike to stall creating dangerous riding conditions if it were to stall while turning left at an intersection and the...
  10. gman74

    Dumb triangle cover on left lost!

    Anyone else lose that small cover on the left side covering the front nut on the rear suspension? I lost mine at the track this past weekend. Guessing I hit it moving around on the bike within the turns or at high speed wind. Either way, what is this going to cost me...$100? I hated that cover...
  11. B

    Another Dumb Question- Speed Sensor/engine light

    Please help- my speed sensor warning light came on together with the amber engine light this morning when I start the bike this morning. The bike has only 30 miles. There is no Ducati Dealer where i live so taking to he dealer is not an option. What is it and how do I fix it. Thanks alot
  12. B

    Dumb Question-1199S vs 1199s ABS

    I just picked up my bike. The manual print 2 version 1199s and 1199s w/ ABS. How do I know which 1199s is with ABS or not? Thanks in advance
  13. Mitchlguzin

    Dumb question but - FRAME SLIDER OPTIONS???

    Hey everyone, Just sippin on some whiskey after my ride home from work and was wondering if anyone's seen or heard anything about frame slider options for the Pani??? (and YES I know there's no frame so please lets not go down that road)
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