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Old 08-Feb-2005, 13:35
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Originally posted by Rattler
Its gotta be the 998R - or even better the 996R!!!

Ducati have attempted to go to mass market appeal with the 999 and have by any reasoned, independant view, missed!

The 999 is built at a cheaper budget, using less parts than the 998 type and has been built to appease a fickle market place that is driven by a perceived need to want ride the latest and greatest technology every year.

Ducati had to evolve, economics and market pressures determined that - but if you want the latest and greatest superbike, you go look at the Japanese offerings (yep - I've done that).

But if you want emotion, soul and a reluctant envy from every other motorbike rider, get the archetypal 916.

The 996R is the best of this breed, but settle if you must for the 998R.

Tim

Tim

You must be the 996R's biggest fan.
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