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Originally posted by RCA
Quote: Originally posted by Twinfan
Here's my take...
If Ducati are struggling to sell the base model bikes then why have them in the range, and why build so many? Surely it's supply and demand? Why build a load of stuff that no-one wants?
If the demand isn't there to sell the amount of bikes they need for a profit, then they need to sell more of the bikes there IS a demand for. Why not offer deals on the S models? They must be selling as they're not in the offer. The R range should remain exclusive, so why not have:
749/999 Dark/Base model. All black, black frame, black wheels, entry level. Let people bling them up as they want, Biposto and Monoposto, cheaper (Sachs/Boge) non Ti Ni suspension, old style swingarm.
749S/999S. Red and yellow, red and black frames, black wheels, new swingarm, full Ti Ni Showa suspension. Same engine as the Dark, but supply the bike with a Termi exhaust and a few carbon bits, Biposto and Monoposto with numberboards.
749R/999R. Homolgation special. Red only, limited numbers, tricked up motor. Full Ohlins, comes with Termi full system, carbon fairing, no expense spared. Only build the minimum required to keep demand and resale high.
Surely that makes more sense?
[Edited on 24-1-2006 by Twinfan] |
Very good point, although, why even make 3 versions of the same lump of metal? They should just make the S version the base model and make the R from this base stock, via special order. Simple. Ducati clearly do not know their own market, they seems to make one financial blunder after another, and as for signing Sete Gibernau... |
Really? well is it me or would you say it's time to eat
humble pie I'd love to know how to double my cash in 12 months too, any chance you can explain how to do that to us luddite's please