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| Originally Posted by IainMac There will always be doubters over new style. The 999 is a worthy holder of ducatis superbike title. IMHO Its far more of a usable tool for a wider range of riders than the 916 series was. I can say that as I owned a 916 for 5 years and now own a 999 (for 3 months so far). The 999 flatters the rider the 916 needed the rider to make th best of it. Personally I now prefer the former as I dont always want to be "on" these days. Also suspension quality from stock has improved dramatically over the years , 999 showas are both controlled and supple over most road surfaces. Could never get to that nirvana on my 916 .
The 999 is also better balanced for pilions (not that I expected it to be) but the missus hated the 916 but was pleasantly suprised by the 999 , bar the butt baking. |
My other half had very much the same thoughts when she was pillion on my 999 all round Italy, though she never once complained when we were out on the 998, just at how high she was, so she often used to adopt a racing crouch behind me to avoid the wind blast. Have to say after a few miles I never noticed the change in handling when she was on the bike so praise is due to the bikes for that level of confidence it gave me. I for one am looking forward to the Terblanche free 1200R when it is unveiled in November this year.