Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > 851 / 888 > Monster v 851 - which handles best ?

[phil_h]

Originally posted by sparkin
I think they kept the SS frame because it`s cheaper to produce than the rising rate frame on the 851/888`s etc.I like the handling of the SS`s with the direct cantilever suspension,you can really feel the road underneath you.

Erm ... bumpy back roads that's what I _dont_ like about it :P
The beast is set up firm (its that louigi bloke !), but I still stay on the seat much more than on effie.