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Bodybag
19-05-2007, 10:17 AM
Well, my bike ownership has changed rather drastically since Friday morning. I think I've had a moment of madness!!

SOLD: :(

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u79/monster_budd/Today010.jpg

He went on eBay yesterday for the full asking price. Please don't hate me. I'll be buying another Monster when funds allow a second bike again.

SOLD: :(

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u79/monster_budd/DSC00491.jpg

I couldn't help it!!

BOUGHT: :D

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u79/monster_budd/749S.jpg

There were a couple of problems that came up with Jasmine (the 748S) that hadn't been brought to my attention when I bought her in March, and as the dealer was prepared to take her back for almost the same amount as I paid for her even though I'd done 2500 miles in that time, I traded her in yesterday afternoon for a 749S instead. Its a bigger bike with more adjustability (I'm 6'4" for those who haven't met me).

Anyway, although I'm no longer a Monster owner, I'll stay on the site and keep pestering people until I get another one. :D
Shandy
19-05-2007, 10:46 AM
Nice, very nice indeed matey :flag:
Bodybag
19-05-2007, 10:59 AM
Thanks mate. As soon as I can afford it, I'll be buying another Monster. :D
eonan
19-05-2007, 11:31 AM
Actually, that is stunning!!! Seemingly an increadible bike to ride too. Nice one mate :pedro:
Bodybag
19-05-2007, 01:39 PM
It is an awesome bike. I was really chuffed when I got the 748S at the beginning of March but the 749S is a whole different ball game. Its so much easier to ride than the 748S as to make the older bike show its age quite badly!!

The 748S is a superb bike in all respects (except size for me) but the 749S is the perfect Ducati for me at the moment. :D

As 4 Non Blondes once titled an album:

Bigger, Better, Faster, More!!
Albie
19-05-2007, 02:24 PM
What problems did you have with 748 then. The 749 is a good looking bike but I hate the exhaust system from the side. Its too long and doesn't suit. Stunning bike still. My dislikes are jealousy probs as I would own one LOL

Im probs looking to sell 748 as lack of use.
barbican
19-05-2007, 02:30 PM
Congrats - Fantastic machine
Bodybag
19-05-2007, 10:40 PM
What problems did you have with 748 then.

They were mainly to do with the dealer not being able to locate the service history and then not changing the belts during the pre-delivery service. It had also sprung the obligatory oil leak from the rear cylinder (perhaps its the way I ride em?) so it probably worked out cheaper for them to take it in again than to do the repair work!!

The 748 was a lovely bike but I wasn't prepared to throw all my hard earned at a bike with a missing history.

The new one worked out costing me an extra £800 as I lost a little bit on the 748 in trade-in plus the extra cost of the newer (FDSH) bike.
Seb_uk
21-05-2007, 07:18 AM
All change then...!

Very nice bike in the best colour too. Will have to keep my eye out for it in colchester! :)

Seb
Chappers
21-05-2007, 08:31 AM
All change then...!

Very nice bike in the best colour too. Will have to keep my eye out for it in colchester! :)

Seb

I think you'll hear it before you see it :mand:
Seb_uk
21-05-2007, 08:35 AM
Probably!

Although I'm hoping when I get the termi's on my 695 I may feel a bit less jealous...! :)
Chappers
21-05-2007, 09:47 AM
Probably!

Although I'm hoping when I get the termi's on my 695 I may feel a bit less jealous...! :)

Get Sils, they sound awesome and also fit lovely (if high) with the JMo tailchop kit :mand:
benson
21-05-2007, 10:06 AM
Lovely bike there Phil - congratulations and make sure you don't drop off the site in the meantime!!!
Bodybag
21-05-2007, 11:00 AM
Don't worry, I'll still be here pestering people. :D
markus
21-05-2007, 12:58 PM
I have a strange urge to ride over to colly again very soon - wierd.................

Jelous - not much!
squiffything
21-05-2007, 02:03 PM
If Natty is the Del Boy of the forum I think we just found the Boyce. Phil how many bikes do you get through in a year?!

Looking very sweet that new bike of yours feel free to take a run up to Newmarket to show it off whenever ya fancy.
McMONSTRO
21-05-2007, 06:41 PM
Nice one Phil, enjoy :biggrin:

McM
Bodybag
22-05-2007, 10:27 AM
If Natty is the Del Boy of the forum I think we just found the Boyce. Phil how many bikes do you get through in a year?!


Only number 3 for this year. I don't think I'll be getting another for a while though. This one is the nuts and keeps me smiling enough already. :D
squiffything
22-05-2007, 01:02 PM
lol a new bike every other month that's pretty good going. You wait until you get your paws on a 1098 number 4 is just around the corner.

Enjoy them all Phil and keep a look out for that cheap monster just so you have a spare and can ride with the rest of us in stead of shooting off in the distance ;)