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Good day. I did some searching on past threads and didn't see anything pertinent... I need some help sussing out a problem: I am the second owner of a '14 1199R (3200 miles). I picked it up yesterday, rode it about 5 miles and stopped to check it over. When I looked at the clutch window, the...

Hello all, I have officially joined the ducati club by buying a used 2014 1199. I am in florida. Couple of questions and a small story of the bike. Bought the bike couple of weeks ago with 9800 miles on it. Already rode about 700 miles in the joy of getting the bike. But unfortunately...

Good afternoon gents, I've only been on my V4 for 3 months (I used to ride a 600RR for 3 years prior to that, so this probably counts as my first proper bike lol) and I've had lots of questions popping up in my mind. First and foremost, will a tuned/modded H2 beat a V4 with an akra full...

Will be test riding a 2019 V4 around 10am, which I may pull the trigger on but nervous about all the recalls. Even though I have the Wing to ride I don't want to spend my time at the dealership all this year ....any thoughts..im also looking at the 2020 BMW S1000r also...may be buying both.

Hello! New to the forum and was considering a Ducati Supersport but am very concerned about maintenance and reliability. This bike would be ridden everyday as my daily and I can't afford to have it done all the time. I'm also wondering as to what I can do to the bike without voiding the...

Hi folks, Got a couple of questions regarding the seat from the Speciale esepcially for the Speciale owners: 1. Did you guys plan for a seat deterioration? I'm leaning to swap mine either with an identical part and thus avoid a wear and tear and have a backup, or at least get a different...

Hello Everyone. I am currently new to the forum and currently in the process of purchasing a new 1299S. I have a few questions regarding this motorcycle since this is the first Italian motorcycle I have every owned. First off, when does the 2 year warranty on the motorcycles begin? At the date...

Waiting for my V4R to come in next month which will be used for Racing only... My dilemma!! I just checked pit bull and it says their rear stands will not work with Tire warmers?? What is everyone using for a rear stand for racing and track riding then? Also does the new V4 able to use the front...

Ok, so I need to reach out for some insight on the new V4R (if anyone has any). I am looking for a few add-ons that I will surely want to change on the bike but not sure if they are made yet: 1) rear sets, are the V4R adjustable? I know they can go reverse shift, but can i adjust the...

Bike is at local stealership. I'm a cash buyer so they are being pretty decent with the price. Bike has 2400 miles, new tires and chain. They said it was serviced by their other dealership(Ducati). It's a 1 owner bike. What are some things I need to know about the bike to look out for or when...

May be a stupid question, but does the S model come with DDA installed or am I going to have to buy something? Does anyone have experience with the analysis software at the track? Curious how user friendly it is and what sort of data it generates. The Yamaha software is pretty kick ass so...

Hi Folks, I've just joined club red and have a few questions about various things. Apologies if these have been answered elsewhere, a basic search didn't show me anything. Q1. is it common for the brake fluid to go totally brown ? I just bought a 4/18 model and it looked like coffee. I...

Is there any difference between the 2015,2016 and 2017 Panigale R like in terms of engine or electronic updates kinda like the 1299s got the upgraded ecu that gave you slide control that Superleggera has for 2017? if not, is it possible to update ecu on the Panigale R?

I went to Mugello in 2016 and had an absolute blast. I went with my girlfriend in 2016 and plan on flying solo this time. As of right now I am either going to try and hire a bike and do a track day at Mugello after or before the race and knock something off the bucket list or fly home and make...

Ok, got my FE... Love it. Been out for a few rides on it. There are some things I want to change on it, but I'm looking for advice and tips from anyone who has done any of the following: 1. Switched to GP Shift. My old 1098S had this, and I guess my mind has been re-wired for it. I love...

I've owned nothing but japanese supersports and superbikes with an inline 4 engine. Currently, I've had a 13 cbr1000rr for a couple years now but ready for a change. I've always stuck with japanese bikes because of reliability and low cost of ownership but I'm ready to step outside of my...

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Recently bought a 12' 1199S in Tricolore. So far im really happy with my purchase. My sportbike experience is predominately japanese so there is some uncharted territory for me here. With that comes a laundry list of questions. And while im sure I could sift through the threads searching for a...

Good morning, I just discovered an insurance company that finally gave me a price I can wanted for the coverage that I will need for a 1299. So the long desired 1299 is finally in reach for me. I currently have a 2014 Monster 1200 S. I'm a big boy, 5'10'' 300 lbs, and not all...

Hello Ducati friends, Getting board waiting for the bike to arrive (another 3 weeks). Meanwhile, I buying stuff... Wallaroo style ;), already have:c DP CF license plate holder (thanks Twistedracer), air duct covers Evotech Radiator guards FX clear tank pad CF tank guard (thanks zohsix01)...