uksurfers 796

[uksurfer]

After getting rid of my S4 earlier this year, i was looking round at another Monsters,i thought it was time to try a new one.
I had already owned a 600 Dark, it was my first one, so i ended up looking at new bikes, after having a test ride on the 796 at MOB day in Belgium, i came back and booked a test ride on one at Moto Rapido.
As I took off down the A272 towards loomies cafe, i realised how much fun these lighter bikes are, i had a great test ride and ordered one a couple of days later.
Andrew the sales guy at MR was more than helpful and i ordered a body kit for it at the same time.

I have fitted a tail tidy now and am awaiting delivery of a new exhaust, only done 300 miles so am hoping to get the first service out the way and use the throttle a little bit more.

Here she is (pictures courtesy of Gordon H)

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/796new.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_9978.jpg

[Scott1]

That looks superb, I'm hoping to get the IOM 78 kit next Spring. Hope you have many happy miles on it, the new ones do grow on you:)

[Funkatronic]

nice choice

enjoy it

[chris yeatman]

HEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
nice monnie mate, hope u DONT ride it in the winter, she'll get all salty.

[rac3r]

Cool, what's it like compared to the S4? Still got the R1?

[buzzbomb]

It's looking good Martin...:thumbsup:

But just wait till you get the new exhaust fitted...:hail:

Then it will really look the "Dog's"...:eyepopping:

Trust me...;);)

[AndyC_772]

HEEEEELLLLLLLLLLLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
nice monnie mate, hope u DONT ride it in the winter, she'll get all salty.

Stuff that... come over and get it ACF50'd (clicky (http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/showthread.php?t=42549)) - Eleanor had hers done last year and there's barely any corrosion on it at all despite having about 15k on the clock.

[uksurfer]

Cool, what's it like compared to the S4? Still got the R1?

its alot lighter than the S4, handles easier as you dont have to heave it out of corners, it does fly round corners and it gives alot of confidence on the angle. its alot of fun, but hasnt got the grunt, but weighing alot less and only 13hp down i think.
It will be more interesting when its run in, and the new exhaust is fitted, as the demo i took out had me grinning :woot:

Yes, the R1 is still in the garage :eyepopping:


Stuff that... come over and get it ACF50'd (clicky (http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/showthread.php?t=42549)) - Eleanor had hers done last year and there's barely any corrosion on it at all despite having about 15k on the clock.

i am very tempted! Not sure how it works though :dizzy:

[steeevvvooo]

Really like the colour scheme. I'm toying with the idea of a newer scheme on the S2R at some point and this one is high on the list :thumbsup:

enjoy mate :biggrin:

[samieb]

Looks Good Martin, trust you'll be glad to have a 796 back in the fold again. :thumbsup: :biggrin:

[J.P]

Looking very nice Mart.

[LouSCannon]

Welcome back! Not jealous in the slightest....!

[Char]

Good to have you back in the fold and she is very nice

I have a can of AC50 in the garage - as the bike is so clean you should be able to apply yourself very easily - there are lots of threads on it from last year :eyepopping::eyepopping::eyepopping:

PS much prefer following you on the monnie than the R1 (or should I say much easier at the moment lets wait until its run in thought :gromit:)

[alan c]

Are the colours round the right way ????

[J.P]

from the front or the back Alan ?

[bex]

Smart Mart :thumbsup:

[gary tompkins]

Are the colours round the right way ????

from the front or the back Alan ?

The original MHR had had the colours split horizontally so I don't think it matters

Martin should sell the R1 and get on of these to go with the monster - It's a DIY modified Sport Classic

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/upload/260448/images/Ducati-Hailwood-replica.jpg

[alan c]

from the front or the back Alan ?

Above !!!!!

[Gordon H]

Here she is (pictures courtesy of Gordon H)



Also available for weddings, christenings and birthdays........

[Capo]

its alot lighter than the S4, handles easier as you dont have to heave it out of corners, it does fly round corners and it gives alot of confidence on the angle. its alot of fun, but hasnt got the grunt, but weighing alot less and only 13hp down i think.
It will be more interesting when its run in, and the new exhaust is fitted, as the demo i took out had me grinning :woot:

So now you understand the virtues of a lightweight motorcycle.

[Rally]

So now you understand the virtues of a lightweight motorcycle.

No point having a lightweight bike if you're not a lightweight yourself, that's why I don't bother!

I love that bike you put up GT.

[Capo]

No point having a lightweight bike if you're not a lightweight yourself, that's why I don't bother!


A lightweight motorcycle will handle more responsively regardless of the riders weight, uksurfers post is testement to that.

[JerryT]

Hey, Martin, well done for getting a 796 - I like the colour scheme; is that one of the Logomania ones? My 696 has just had her first annual service! Time flies on a Monster...

[Rally]

A lightweight motorcycle will handle more responsively regardless of the riders weight, uksurfers post is testement to that.

I realise how it works Stu, it's just the effect is not quite the same when you are over 100kgs! Loosing weight from the wheels and unsprung weight have the best effect then.

[gary tompkins]

A lightweight motorcycle will handle more responsively regardless of the riders weight, uksurfers post is testement to that.

http://moto-technique.co.uk/images/fatManLittleBike.jpg

[alan c]

gary google


http://moto-technique.co.uk/images/fatmanlittlebike.jpg

[Capo]

http://i295.photobucket.com/albums/mm143/Tarugo996/Funnies/fat-bike.jpg

[samieb]

Well I really see no point in spending a small fortune on making a bike shed some kilo's and being lighter, if the rider doesn't think about doing the same thing aswell .!.

:mand: :fiery: :twak: :fou: :flamed:

[samieb]

I quite like the Sport Classic look aswell at the moment, so GT's picture above looks mega..

:thumbsup: :biggrin:

[scrapps]

Nice bike Martin. paint scheme looks great.

[uksurfer]

thanks for your kind comments,

i cant believe you got photos of me sat on it already.......:look:

[buzzbomb]

Martin...:dizzy:

Exhaust...:confused:

[uksurfer]

Martin...:dizzy:

Exhaust...:confused:


its not arrived yet, they are making it for me i think

[Gutsy]

Oooh nice one Martin! Welcome back to the fold and on something sooo nice and new too. Loving those colours - now you need a helmet to match. I'm sure Father Xmas will have something up his sleeve...

[Fugly]

I love that bike you put up GT.

That modern take on the Hailwood rep is the muts!

[knuckledragger]

That modern take on the Hailwood rep is the muts!

+1 :biggrin:

[uksurfer]

Just managed to do about 150 miles today so have gone over my 625 miles, so i will be booking in for my 'first' service shortly.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0031.jpg

Fitted a tail tidy from Evotech, and have an exhaust system waiting to be fitted from SC-Racing which is a 2-1

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0034.jpg

After i had clocked my miles, i opened up to another 1000 rpm which makes it a bit more fun, really enjoying the ride of the bike, just find the rear shock a little bit hard still, so might need a slight tweak.

I am so glad now that i have moved to a new style - Enjoying it :ukm:

[Char]

Shaftesbury roundabout - looking good :)

[tricolore]

Is this of any interest ? though the kit has the front mudguard included ? seems a good price though ...


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200642244046&category=25641&_trksid=p5197.c0.m619

[uksurfer]

First service today, looking like a wet ride up to Moto Rapido, it was chucking it down at 5, cleared up abit know though, exhaust fitting at the same time, just got to survive rush hour M3 :on:

[chris yeatman]

Dont forget to put ur winter wheels on it.

http://i989.photobucket.com/albums/af14/chrisyeatman/ducati-scramblster-2011_11.jpg

[d8mok]

I'm considering a sc 2 into 1 system. How much did it cost landed in the uk in £? Are you having it mapped or anything?

[uksurfer]

I'll let you know how it runs later, the exhausts have been fitted to other bikes without mapping, so will find out

[J.P]

From a position of experience, I'd definitely have a bike remapped to get the best out of the engine, even if I wasn't fitting a new exhaust, but especially if I was and wanted to stop those darn lambda sensors. :)

[uksurfer]

From a position of experience, I'd definitely have a bike remapped to get the best out of the engine, even if I wasn't fitting a new exhaust, but especially if I was and wanted to stop those darn lambda sensors. :)

Quite a costly option too, power commander and rolling road approx £500.... :worried:

[Char]

Quite a costly option too, power commander and rolling road approx £500.... :worried:

Have you written a note to Santa?

Or have you already requested a white 848 to add to the stable :look:

[J.P]

you don't need the power commander anymore, just direct remapping to the ECU, but you're right, still about £500

[uksurfer]

you don't need the power commander anymore, just direct remapping to the ECU, but you're right, still about £500

i dont think you can remap the 796 ecu, its as it comes, and the option of tuning is power commander

[rac3r]

i dont think you can remap the 796 ecu, its as it comes, and the option of tuning is power commander

Flash ECU to unlock mapping powahh!!!!

[uksurfer]

Flash ECU to unlock mapping powahh!!!!

nope (according to Moto Rapido)

the question was asked....

[Gordon H]

Looks like it already has plenty of power - almost managed to keep up with me on the way back from MR....... :p

On a serious note though - IT IS BLOODY LOUD!!!!! (TBH probably one of the nicest exhaust tones I've heard ............ )

[barbican]

I'll let you know how it runs later, the exhausts have been fitted to other bikes without mapping, so will find out

If you haven't changed the airbox it should be ok, you may need to do a few miles for it to settle down so your ECU can store some new offsets for the mixture.

Good luck!

[Char]

Its looking good - I'm almost jealous - well until I get my 848 SF :D

[Gordon H]

Its looking good - I'm almost jealous - well until I get my 848 SF :D

One of those nice yellow / gold ones??

[uksurfer]

Exhaust sounds good, especially when it opens up, only problem is that there is an orange light on the dash which is on all the time, to do with the exhaust motor valve, bike looks nice with the pipe, but i did just about manage to keep up with Gordon, almost undertook him and overtook him several times.....

In Moto Rapido's workshop
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0062.jpg

The pipework is alot less heavy looking than the standard system
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0073.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0064.jpg

[chris yeatman]

Wheres the like button!!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[buzzbomb]

Well Martin was I right...;);)

It is rather good good looking...:eyepopping:

Better put the DB killers in...:banghead:

[buzzbomb]

Now Charlotte whats this about a 848 SF...:confused:

You'll end up in the naughty corner with me...:biggrin:

I've already got you a C/F hugger for it...:banana::banana:

[bex]

Looks good Mart... I had a light stay on for quite a bit when I changed exhaust, think it was engine warning light or something though.

Check with Rally, I know he had a light stay on permanent when he switched, not sure what happened with that?

[Albie]

Look great Martin. Would like one on mine for sure....

[Char]

Now Charlotte whats this about a 848 SF...:confused:

You'll end up in the naughty corner with me...:biggrin:

I've already got you a C/F hugger for it...:banana::banana:

Oohh stop encouraging me Geoff - people will get the wrong idea ;)

[gary tompkins]

Nice one Martin

Looks much better than stock cans

[buzzbomb]

Oohh stop encouraging me Geoff - people will get the wrong idea ;)

No wrong idea's Char...:mand:

Just trying to be helpful...:thumbsup:

[uksurfer]

My new levers arrived today, so have got rid of the stock ones, also got out into the forest for a quick spin today!

Levers
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/afca065b.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/40720839.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/2d8e50f5.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/d3e7036c.jpg

[Albie]

You my friend are such a Tart. You so love your monster right. Who would credit you with falling for a new model. I hope I had something to do with encouraging you back and giving the new models a fair chance.

Great looking bike now. But there wasn't much wrong before mind.

Keep enjoying it mate :biggrin:

[southfrance]

Nice one , had mine 18 months now , done 7500 miles, such a good bike, yes on straights / motorways bigger engines will out grunt, but up in the hills it's all you need. I've got clip-ons fitted and the bike now turns/drops in even quicker, forces you to grip with the Knees more which is a good thing. Think about getting a Fenda Extenda, easy to fit and really helps protect the front of engine.

Mods so far:

DP tail tidy
Ti Termi's + filter & ECU
14 T front sprocket
DP carbon belly pan
Fenda Extenda
Woodcraft Monster adaptor plate and clip-on's
Rizoma bar ends
Rizoma reverse retro mirror ( left side only, France )
Puig double bubble ( with #58 sticker )
Radiator protector grill ( home made )

think thats it, would love to get rear-sets ( Rizoma ) and some funky body panels, liking the red/ green ones on yours, also lookindg at Radical Ducati body kit.

Oh, just fitted Road Angels, wore the Rosso II's out after 2500 miles, think a sports touring tyre might suite long ride-outs more.

Have fun.

[gary tompkins]

By the way Martin..

Not sure if you're aware there's several plug in gizmo's and DIY fixes for the missing Servo motor.

I posted a few link a while back and I'll try to find them for you.

[uksurfer]

By the way Martin..

Not sure if you're aware there's several plug in gizmo's and DIY fixes for the missing Servo motor.

I posted a few link a while back and I'll try to find them for you.

Cheers Gary, that would be great

Done over 800 miles on it now, i think i picked it up oct 15th

(not been on the R1 much)

[gary tompkins]

This is one I've seen advertised for the 1098 etc.. not sure if it fits new monster

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DUCATi-1098-848-1198-EXUP-MOTOR-VENTILE-VALVE-DISABLE-/150701742719?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item2316861a7f

[RickyX]

Exhaust sounds good, especially when it opens up, only problem is that there is an orange light on the dash which is on all the time, to do with the exhaust motor valve, ]

I sent some questions to SC-Project:

I may be interested to buy a SC-Project Full system 2-1 with Oval silencer (Code D04-C02O) for my Ducati M1100S Monster but I have some questions:

1. If I fit this type of exhaust, do I need to change the fuel parameters on the ecu?
2. I see you sell a product called MEMJET power unit for Monster (Code D04-MJ): is this unit designed to adjust the fuel parameters of the ecu? Does it require set-up on a dynamometer or any specialist tools to install?
3. The M1100S has a flap valve in the standard exhaust – does the SC Project exhaust include parts to remove this valve control unit? I know that if it is disconnected it will result in a ERROR message.

Answers were:
Hello, you have to install the memjet, you have to remove the valve, you don’t have to reove the valve, in this mode the error message don’t show.
The memjet is ready and easy to install


So there you have it...:confused:

[Albie]

I sent some questions to SC-Project:

I may be interested to buy a SC-Project Full system 2-1 with Oval silencer (Code D04-C02O) for my Ducati M1100S Monster but I have some questions:

1. If I fit this type of exhaust, do I need to change the fuel parameters on the ecu?
2. I see you sell a product called MEMJET power unit for Monster (Code D04-MJ): is this unit designed to adjust the fuel parameters of the ecu? Does it require set-up on a dynamometer or any specialist tools to install?
3. The M1100S has a flap valve in the standard exhaust – does the SC Project exhaust include parts to remove this valve control unit? I know that if it is disconnected it will result in a ERROR message.

Answers were:
Hello, you have to install the memjet, you have to remove the valve, you don’t have to reove the valve, in this mode the error message don’t show.
The memjet is ready and easy to install


So there you have it...:confused:

I reckon its all lost in translation.

If you install the memjet you can remove the flapper unit.
If you dont install the memjet do not remove the flapper unit

What do you reckon. Makes more sense maybe ...... or maybe not:scratch::scratch:

[samieb]

Rick if you looked at the Pic's of UKSurfers bike closely enough, you'll see that under the clutch cover is the Lamba sensor. THis I believe is provided with the exhaust. You need to check your own bike to see if this sensor is fitted and of its whereabouts. Have you checked it for yourself? The 796 exhaust could be different to your M1100s? :dizzy:

[Rally]

The pipe comes wth places for the two lamba sensors for the 1100s, along with no place for the valve. You have to remove the valve and the cable that goes to operate it. You can fit a bracket to the valve motor to eliminate the orange light and error code if you like / prefer.

As to set up, when I enquired I was told it is designed to go straight on with no need for mods, the same as on my QD Maxcone system.

Like you, I couldn't decide which to go for myself.

[d8mok]

I cant decide either

QD maxcone or sc 2-1 or sc oval cans or leo vince lv1 or termi or akros...........

its driving me mad lol

[rac3r]

I personally prefer 2 cans but if I was going for a 2-1 system it would be the SC Project

[Rally]

It gets my vote every time, the QD Maxcone. Bye the way, you can remove the rear wheel without removing the silencer.

http://i786.photobucket.com/albums/yy142/UKMOC-Rally/Desktoppicture.jpg

[utopia]

I like both of the 2-1 systems a lot.
The maxcone is lovely and simple, and may just get my vote on looks (though I'm not sure).
The hi-level system is also a thing of simple beauty. I wonder also whether its extra length might favour low torque as opposed to high revs power, and for that reason I think it just gets my vote.
Both look way, way better than the std system, which looks almost comic/mickey-mouse in comparison.
To my eye, the dark can looks great against the green of the Hailwood livery.

[uksurfer]

i also like both of the systems, my thoughts also were due to the fact that Rally and Bex already have the QD system fitted, and no-one down south here that i know of had the SC fitted, im not sure about the fine running yet, as i have not had chance to find out if it needs any adjustments

[Capo]

You Sir shall henceforth be known as FUF an appendum of OFF is optional. :biggrin:

[J.P]

Stop spending your money on accessories and get the bike tuned ?!?!? :)

[Capo]

Bye the way, you can remove the rear wheel without removing the silencer.

How do you know that :mand:

[Rally]

How do you know that :mand:

Mmmm, I wonder. I can also remove the tyre bead from the rim without tools and whilst riding it! :shocked:

[uksurfer]

New Bling...

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0349-2.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0345.jpg

[uksurfer]

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0452.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0449.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0450.jpg

[Jan (Belgium)]

I sent some questions to SC-Project:

I may be interested to buy a SC-Project Full system 2-1 with Oval silencer (Code D04-C02O) for my Ducati M1100S Monster but I have some questions:

1. If I fit this type of exhaust, do I need to change the fuel parameters on the ecu?
2. I see you sell a product called MEMJET power unit for Monster (Code D04-MJ): is this unit designed to adjust the fuel parameters of the ecu? Does it require set-up on a dynamometer or any specialist tools to install?
3. The M1100S has a flap valve in the standard exhaust – does the SC Project exhaust include parts to remove this valve control unit? I know that if it is disconnected it will result in a ERROR message.

Answers were:
Hello, you have to install the memjet, you have to remove the valve, you don’t have to reove the valve, in this mode the error message don’t show.
The memjet is ready and easy to install


So there you have it...:confused:



I have installed the 2 into 1 full system on my M1100S (2009) last winter and here's what I did in reply to your questions:
1/ yes, before I ran Termignoni pipes + DP ECU + open air intake and had my bike tested, it ran lean (as do all DP ECU's) still with the butterfly valve in the exhaust. Now the exhaust is fully open, so it will run even more lean ==> my advice: get it set up properly (mine is being done this week, DP ECU will be flashed and completely remapped over the whole RPM range)
2/ No idea about this memjet thing, I don't have it.
3/ No, the SC project system does not include stuuf to eliminate the exhaust valve and you will get an engine warning light. I solved this with completely removing the servo motor and installed a DUC.EE ==> problems solved

Best regards,
Jan

[singletrack]

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0452.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0449.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0450.jpg

Very nice!

[uksurfer]

After coming away from the Weekender without even a sniff of a prize, i thought i'd better make a few changes, so i have stripped a few bits of and got some of Staffords carbon....

Bikes looking like this now, waiting for a few bits, amazing how dirty these bikes get underneath!

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0461.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0462.jpg

[Char]

ooohh liar - I saw the 'special' prize

[uksurfer]

Powder coated bits are now fitted, did the bars, top yoke, pegs and a few little bits, along with some new Carbon courtey of Stafford and carbon world

hugger and chain guard
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0472.jpg

Headlight, top yoke and pegs powder coated
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0469.jpg
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0470.jpg
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http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0473.jpg

[Char]

http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd401/Char66/mybike.png


bless you

it's looking good

[JerryT]

Hey Martin, was that you on the Lymington to New Milton road today? I was with Nicky in the car (metallic blue Honda Accord) - saw you coming up behind just before Everton and pulled over to let you pass?

White helmet with red stripe... reckon it was you or your twin!

Pipes sounded pretty good!

[uksurfer]

Hi Jerry, yes that was me getting a bit of a move on probably, I love that bit of road.....
Ended up at mudeford and then cut across Hurn, up Matchams lane, and a sneaky ice cream at Burley on the way home.
Thanks for pulling over :thumbsup:

[JerryT]

I thought so! ...and like a true gent you waved a 'thanks'!!

[RickyX]

Powder coated bits are now fitted, did the bars, top yoke, pegs and a few little bits, along with some new Carbon courtey of Stafford and carbon world

Headlight, top yoke and pegs powder coated
http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d125/Uksurfer/Monster%20796/IMG_0473.jpg

Sorry but I'm afraid no matter what one does with the standard peg brackets, they still look hideous!!

[Char]

Sorry but I'm afraid no matter what one does with the standard peg brackets, they still look hideous!!


You should see the nut that connects the handlebars to the seat....