May buy a 749s, need advice Hi Gang, got a few questions for you. I'm in the market for a new bike and i have seen a 2003 749s for sale with loads of carbon extras inc termis for £5999. It has done less than 6500 miles, but and this is a BIG but, it has not had it's 2 year 20,000km service. It's done 4,500miles since it's 10,000km service 2years ago. It's being sold by a dealer who has had it since november. Should i avoid or buy - it looks like a good deal with all the extras, but i'm worried about the service history. One other thing, how does this bike compare to a 748s in terms of handling? I had a go on a 748 a few years back and found it needed a lot of shove to turn in. cheers sl |
Hi, Check out this thread in the market place section. FOR SALE - All Carbon 749s, very trick bike A little more than you have said, but, 2,800 mile, full history and 1 owner with more carbon :D [Edited on 10-1-2006 by Carbon749] |
looks cool, but i'm not a fan of race reps and it's out of my budget. the dealer for the one i'm looking at reckons it only needs the belts changing and a minor engine service that should come to £350. |
"I had a go on a 748 a few years back and found it needed a lot of shove to turn in." Its only a question of set up..........they are infinately adjustable..........:D |
proper 2 year service............around £650! Is it at a ducati dealership? |
I can't comment on the 749 in terms of handling or if its a good price or not, but as far as the servicing goes, it will need one before it is ridden. Use this as a factor when negotiating the price with the dealer. If it hasn't been serviced for 2 years, then it needs the belts changing for definate, and iof they are going to do that, they may as well do a full 24 month service on it. At a main dealer this will be £500+, at an independednt it will be 10-20% cheaper. I wouldn't buy it without a service having been done, or a price drop to allow you to have one done somewhere else. |
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All decals can be removed leaving a polished carbon fibre bike. As for the budget it would work out about £1,250 more by the time you've bought and serviced yours, possibly closer if you have to pay £500 or £600 for the service... my bike has great history, 1 owner, lower mileage and will be worth more when you come to sell it, IMHO. Can't blame me for trying. [Edited on 10-1-2006 by Carbon749] |
i asked about the service, they are not a ducati dealer and are selling it for a client, they say the 'low' price takes into account that the service has been missed. it has carbon termi, hugger, belt covers, infills, heel guards, exhaust guard and and aero screen. I get all the standard bits too. It's either this or the new Triumph 675. |
going for the hard sell C749? ;) |
2005 05 Reg DUCATI 749 BIP 749CC P & H Motorcycles 3,100 miles, Red. 4 Hours Free Advanced Rider Training, Balance of Manufacturers Warranty, Delivery anywhere in the UK, Ex Demonstrator, FINANCE AVAILABLE ON THIS BIKE, No Fault Legal . . . . (trade) £6,995 84miles just a quick search................................ |
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