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Old 01-Oct-2004, 21:06
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I'd agree with you about the direction Ducati is taking. But that's what happens when a relatively small 'specialist' motorcycle manufacturing company sells out to the big guys. One day Ducati's 'trinket' manufacturing facility could well be larger than that producing motorbikes, and when that happens owning a Ducati will be almost an embarrassment. The last thing I want is a pen (see another post) with Ducati emblazoned on its side, or aftershave, or soap-on-a-rope (these are all available from Harley Davidson!) The glorious past history of the company can't be changed though, and the 888 played a large part in it. This is the bike that toppled the most famous japanese bike ever made (the RC30) from the top of the tree in WSB - and that, to me, is its lasting appeal.

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Two thoughts:

1. Green, an 888 and a RC30. Wow, very green.

2. Lifestyle, that's what Harlet ownership seems to be about. It's a bit bling, but we have to be very careful when we start to knock it. So many people who own Harlets talk about the great friendships that they have made since meeting owners from all walks of life, brought together by a common interest. Sounds kinda familiar.


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Lifestyle, that's what Harlet ownership seems to be about. It's a bit bling, but we have to be very careful when we start to knock it. So many people who own Harlets talk about the great friendships that they have made since meeting owners from all walks of life, brought together by a common interest. Sounds kinda familiar.


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