Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 > Would I fit a Superlight

[dst1]

Loved the look of the Superlight for years, currently riding a 2001 ST2 which I plan to keep.
Being 6 feet 4 inches tall and about 13 stone am I being realistic about owning one, I could be too tall, I am not bothered about comfort, but I am 47.
But will I get on board and will I need physio after.
What would I be expected to pay, It may well end up as a casuall ride when the weather nice and a few track days.
Will It be a bottom less pit for my already empty wallet.

[ali]

Hi,

I'm 6'1" and about 14st, 33yrs,- blue eyes, etc, etc, etc... and fit the superlight fine for a few hours. Last year I did quite a few 300+ mile rideouts with the BHC mob, and a run down to Le Mans, and could only complain of a bit of numb bum!

The only noticeable problem is the narrow seat. If you replace it make sure the new one is just as high or you'll find your legs scrunched up.

As for prices, I've already seen two fine examples this year for around the £2700 mark. Try to get one with sub 15k miles on the clock, but a mint example is always better than an abused low miler. I've spent about £250 on mine in a year (belts), change the oil myself, and have ridden it flat-out for 6000 miles without trauma. I hope to keep it forever, but could be persuaded to swop if someone with a 888sp4/5 had a fit and wanted to swop!

Any questions, just ask.

Cheers,

ali

[beancounter]

Ali - wanna swap ?

*just kidding*

[ali]

Originally posted by beancounter
Ali - wanna swap ?

Dear Old Bean,

I think you'll find that, as the offer was made on a public forum, the offer to swap is legally binding, regardless of any later disclaimers you have attempted to include.

Failure to complete on this offer will result in the loss of limbs and/or head, along with the redistribution of toys in the region of, but not within the permiters of, the pram.

Thankyou for the very kind offer. I look forward to engaging the sp4 in some 'spirited' riding at a track near you soon!

Ali

[beancounter]

I think you've got me bang to rights there mate....

*just kidding again*

[Derek]

dst1,

I've recently moved to an ST4s (same dimensions as the ST2) from a '95 900SS (same dimensions as the Superlight) and find that apart from the slightly higher bars on the ST they are ergonomically very similar. Controls, footrests, pedals, seat height are all much the same and although I'm not as tall as you are I'm fairly certain that if you are happy with how you fit ST2 you will have no problem with a Superlight. Although the lower bars may be a pain around town.

[beancounter]

Yes, sorry to have hijacked the thread in a somewhat flippant manner.........

Truth is, you'll be fine on a Superlight, it's not a 916/996/998 or even a 888 in terms of rider (dis)comfort, in fact it feels like a nice comfy armchair compared to those.

I do agree with ali, I would go as late as possible (a IV or V) and low miles, as long as it's been looked after and well serviced. Excpect to pay 2500 (if you're lucky) to 3000.

[Cris]

hi beancounter,


sent you a u2u.

cris

[dst1]

Many thanks for your feedback chaps, all I need to do is find a good one.

[keefer]

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try this one