Hi Neil, welcome to the world of ducati
For servicing at a reasonable cost try D.I.T motorcycles in Washington, Tyne & Wear.(0191 4172707) The owner Darryl is a Ducati trained mechanic and knows his stuff, loves his dukes. he has serviced all my previous dukes over the last 10 years with no problems.
Mention "Cleggy" gave you his number and he will sort a good deal out for you.
I also have a H reg 851, i'm also a Neal and live in the North East, Spooky
Enjoy it
[Edited on 23-3-2005 by cleggy666]