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Old 01-Jun-2012, 09:33
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I just spoke with Ducati Manchester and asked when I would be likely to get an S if I put in an order now. Very helpful staff but I was told the factory was not producing post earthquake and I would have to join the queue of 20 or so people. Late Summer was suggested a delivery time (does that mean September/October?)

Possibly not Ducati's fault but if you are going to shell out 20K plus the £1K for obligatory Termis, you want to enjoy the bike this summer not a year after launch.At least that's how I feel.

As an alternative , I am seriously considering the RSV4 aprc which I test rode the other day (I have had a test on a Panigale S too).

I have to say that I really liked the RSV4 engine and how it felt. Although I felt it wasn't as fast as the Ducati it did feel like a bike I would use everyday and enjoy.

Still keeping the 998R though.

I'm just saying.....


Im with you on the RSV4 front it is a fantastic bike, just mine was a bit of a lemon and kept breaking down or had problems. Must admit though the Pani is mega fun.
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Old 01-Jun-2012, 15:04
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Im with you on the RSV4 front it is a fantastic bike, just mine was a bit of a lemon and kept breaking down or had problems. Must admit though the Pani is mega fun.

Interested in your experience of the RSV4's reliability. Can you tell me more about the problems you had? Could be crucial as my decision on which to buy is getting closer.

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Old 02-Jun-2012, 23:38
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Digging round and found this ????

Ducati‘s factory in Bologna, Italy, was undamaged in last weekend’s 6.0-magnitude earthquake but production may still be affected by a shortage of parts.

The May 20 earthquake struck the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, about 22 miles north of Bologna. The earthquake claimed seven lives and left thousands homeless. The region continues to be afflicted by aftershocks.

Ducati‘s Borgo Panigale factory was not directly affected by the earthquake but the same cannot be said of some of Ducati’s local parts suppliers. Ducati Chief Executive Officer Gabriele Del Torchio tells Italy’s Corriere di Bologna Ducati is in contact with its suppliers and monitoring the situation.

Key concerns for Ducati are the Scacchetti Foundry which suffered severe structural damage, and TMM di Finale Emilia which produces exhaust systems. The Scacchetti Foundry also produces material for Ferrari but the automaker has offered to relocate workers to other facilities to continue work.

Last year, the Big Four Japanese manufacturers Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki and Yamaha saw disruptions in production due to the March 11, 2011 Tōhoku earthquake.
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Old 07-Jun-2012, 12:12
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Done the deed.

Just ordered a Panigale S - apparently it will be with me next week.....

Here's hoping!
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Old 07-Jun-2012, 12:29
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Just ordered a Panigale S - apparently it will be with me next week.....

Good work!
Let us know what you think of it!


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Old 08-Jun-2012, 09:25
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Done the deed.

Just ordered a Panigale S - apparently it will be with me next week.....

Here's hoping!

Superb choice mate.
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Old 12-Jun-2012, 19:08
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Stealth,
Have you picked up your "S" yet ?
Would be interested in the deatails, order date and delivey/collection dates.
Still waiting for my "S", phoned dealer AGAIN today, he's had a triccy and a standard delivered yesterday, but no S ?

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Old 12-Jun-2012, 23:51
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Stealth,
Have you picked up your "S" yet ?
Would be interested in the deatails, order date and delivey/collection dates.
Still waiting for my "S", phoned dealer AGAIN today, he's had a triccy and a standard delivered yesterday, but no S ?

cheers,

Its being delivered Friday (to me that is). It is already at Ducati Leeds and having PDI and Full Termi system fitted.

I ordered it last week (Thursday).
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Old 13-Jun-2012, 20:34
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At last,
Dealer rang (twice) today, My "S" is showing on the system, delivery due Monday 25th June,
Ebike insurance quote, £404 fully comp, nil vol excess, legal cover etc, for 12 months cover,
That - gentlemen, fingers crossed, will be me then !
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At last,
Dealer rang (twice) today, My "S" is showing on the system, delivery due Monday 25th June,
Ebike insurance quote, £404 fully comp, nil vol excess, legal cover etc, for 12 months cover,
That - gentlemen, fingers crossed, will be me then !
virtualtwit.

That is a cracking deal!


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than screaming in terror like his passengers.- Jim Harkins

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