Buying a 916

Originally Posted by ThEGr33k

That sounds a lot suspect to be honest mate!!!! I mean why not? Its not like a Ducati has some strange new engine that is so different to a Yam motor that the mechanics couldn't work on it.

I wouldn't even entertain it tbh!

most places dont touch the Ducati's as they need special tools and are a bit more "Temperamental" then other bikes if its not 100% bang on

[yorkie_chris]

It could be the warranties are underwritten by a chain or maybe even an insurer. I don't have any idea how it works.

But, if you're buying from a dealer "sold as seen" then you might as well go private.

Originally Posted by Ginger 1

Ok as you know its my flat mates old bike. so its not new but its not that bad either, It was dropped from the stand about 2 years ago with minor damage but as the owner took the oppertunity to get red single seat and he had it resprayed in ducati red (Unfortunatly spilt some fuel on the way back from the shop just after paint job and some of the paint peeled)

Basically within the last 3 months the rectifier,went it sprung a minor oil leak from the oil pressure switch and the electrics went tits up ( head light blew and brake lights became temperamental) had it all repaired in the shop (Rosso corse in bethnal green)and got new tyres. The oil leak and belts were done 2 weeks ago but then the speedo cable went so he decided to call it a day and get a new R6.

All in all its a old bike but has no major dings has been looked after and has no other engine problems

But I can beat it on my 750 SRAD

Hey man, thanks for noting those bits down for me. Further food for thought isn't a bad thing.

I'm really starting to not want this machine I must say. As it is not what I set out to get (once I had written off the idea of putting a damaged one back on the roads) it will need an amazing deal from the dealers to get me to buy it.

Just wish I had time this weekend to get to the Potters Bar dealers and have a look at that 996.

[Biker Biggles]

Is that Red Dog in Potters Bar?
Its worth a visit there if only to see the outrageous specials decorating the shop.He has that 48 cylinder Kawasaki there for starters and a nine cylinder version too.

Is it compulsory to have long arms when you buy Duke?

Update - I've ridden the 748 that was up for £2400 but I knew had been p/x'd for £1500. It rode ok and massively different to my SV650s (as to be expected of course). I gave it a big look over as did the old man and its back in the dealers where it will stay. Figured about £2k+ of work needed.

Now just need to go and find the time to look at that 996 in Potters Bar and have a look for a S one as well as its worth a thought for sure.

Thanks again to all for the advise on the 748

[fizzwheel]

I think your being sensible no point rushing into buying a potential lemon IMHO.

Just keep looking you will find something that floats your boat