| Athelstan,
That is probably one of the most informative and spot on posts i think i have ever seen on this forum, for my 2p worth i think you are exactly on the money. You are not related to Shazamm are you (Another member who's posts are out of this world!)
I will add that if Ducati believe that the Desmosedici will save the brand they are in for a shock. The delivery date has already slipped, it will only be a matter of time before the price hike comes and people will withdraw their support.
Let's be honest here those that are looking at the Desmosedici are the ones with cash and previous 999r owners, how ****ed off must they be feeling now that the 999s 2005 model was launched with more BHP, slashing the value off their 999r's. That is no way to treat your most loyal customers.
What are they going to do with the Desmo. Launch it at £35,000 and then a few years later bring out a copy cat model for half the price because they need the cash????
Watch this space, i would not put it past them!!  | 
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