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Hi all,

Bit of a Ducati virgin here so be gentle!

Looking to buy either a 748r or a newer 749. Don't know the pitfalls, model line up, year changes etc so please point me in the right direction.

I ride a 2001 fireblade at the moment, and its v reliable (just what i need, don't have much time to tinker).

With regards to the 748r, when did the bodywork change to the smooth sided design?

Any advice would be appriciated.