Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > 999 / 749 > May buy a 749s, need advice

[khu996]

I'd have to agree with Andy.

Look for the newest bike you can get for the money.

You'll always end up spending more on bling and accessories, its inevitable.

I wouldn't say that a 52 reg bike with 6500 miles for £6k is a good deal at all...shop around, and don't rush into the first bike that takes your fancy. With the ever decreasing number of new bikes being registered, I'm sure a friendly dealer will want to help you walk away with a brand new bike, and you could find a cheap way to finance the extra grand needed?

[ak47]

the 749s models, especially the earlier ones, do have issues with stalling. I this is one of those then you might want some kind of warranty.

[andyb]

Originally posted by ak47
the 749s models, especially the earlier ones, do have issues with stalling. I this is one of those then you might want some kind of warranty.

That said, it is easily sorted with a set up?

[ak47]

you think??? only talking from my personal experiences.

[mark749s]

and mine


mark

[andyb]

Originally posted by ak47
you think??? only talking from my personal experiences.

All 3 ducatis ive owned have threatened to do this......thats the beauty of a new bike though warranty and complain!

[itexuk]

Try this one 749S 05 Just over 4000 miles £6195
http://www.raceways.uk.com/

[itexuk]

Or this one
DUCATI 749, 05, 3500 miles,
One Owner, Full History, Casoli Pipes, Immaculate Condition. £6,250. ono. .
Telephone: 01803 211474 or 07790 220678
Distance: 50 miles
Price: £6,250 ono
You can find it on www.Autotrader.co.uk

[KeefyB]

There is always the DUK used bike search facility.
http://www.ducati-dealernet.co.uk/

[Twinfan]

The '03 749S has the non-hotted up motor i.e. the same as the current base 749 and 749 Dark. It won't have the stalling issues the later bikes have.