Ducati Sporting Club UK > Model Specific - Discussion, Technical Problems and Help > Monsters > Purchase decision - help needed! (New user)

[clockwork orange]

Originally Posted by twpd

I am not saying the M620 won't handle it but, would you really want to subject a lovely new 620 to this sort of treatment? The 620 will be reliable providing it is looked after but, IME no Ducati tolerates abuse well and the chances are (no offence intended) given that you are a complete biking novice, the bike will suffer. A 5 year old £1500 CB5 would be better for you to cut your tetth on, it won't be worth much so you will not lose much through depreciation brought on by the ravages of miles, weather and falling off.

I must say I don't agree - got a used monster 620 as my first bike just over 2 years ago and found it brilliant. Just could never get on with the riding position so traded it for the multi a year later - never looked back. Would recommend either as a first bike with no hesitation, especially now they have the light action clutch.

Yeah, the engine paint does peel - but has nothing to do with winter riding. Mine peeled in spite of not having seen salt, religiously washed and covered in F365. So now I don't bother too much with the washing just make sure its lubed etc and ride it.

[multi600]

Get the Multi or the Monster. Never mind any of this Jap stuff. I put 42,000 miles on my multi in 18 months and that was two winters. No problems and always scrubbed up ok.

Mike

[Sprezza]

Originally Posted by multi600

Get the Multi or the Monster. Never mind any of this Jap stuff. I put 42,000 miles on my multi in 18 months and that was two winters. No problems and always scrubbed up ok.

Mike

Hmmm - that sounds good....

What is your opinion on a Monster as a first bike?

[multi600]

If I could only have one bike it would have to be a monster. Best if you can have a few bikes, but Monsters are great. They are user friendly and make a great first bike. I do 500 miles a week just getting to work and back and am currently using my wifes 600 Monster and I just love it.

Mike

Originally Posted by Sprezza

Hmmm - that sounds good....

What is your opinion on a Monster as a first bike?

A great first bike and generaly a great bike, bought my M600 nearly three years ago and have not looked back. As others have said easy to ride, good fun and lots of grin factor. One thing i would say is if your going for all year round riding you've got the right idea aiming for a later fuel injected model if your budget will allow, the older carb models like mine can suffer from carb icing in colder/damper conditions.

Cheers,

Shandy

[clockwork orange]

One thing to consider with a monster is - how tall are you? If you are over about 5'10" or so, test ride it first as it may be uncomfortably cramped. But a great first bike.

[Sprezza]

Originally Posted by clockwork orange

One thing to consider with a monster is - how tall are you? If you are over about 5'10" or so, test ride it first as it may be uncomfortably cramped. But a great first bike.

5'9" so should be OK.

Just got into work now after spending 3 hrs stationary in a car on the M4 (should be a 50 min journey). Sitting there watching all the bikes filtering through.

Not jealous, honest.

[clockwork orange]

Originally Posted by Sprezza

5'9" so should be OK.

Just got into work now after spending 3 hrs stationary in a car on the M4 (should be a 50 min journey). Sitting there watching all the bikes filtering through.

Not jealous, honest.

Liar! I'm always jealous of the bikes when I have to go up to London!!

Originally Posted by clockwork orange

One thing to consider with a monster is - how tall are you? If you are over about 5'10" or so, test ride it first as it may be uncomfortably cramped. But a great first bike.

At 6'4" I don't have any problems, admittedly I’ve made couple of adjustments along the way, rear suspension jack up kit, Corbin seat and foot peg positions which all make it easy to ride. At 5'9" you should have no problems at all.

If anything my monster is more comfortable and easier to ride than my 916 but then they are different animals.

Cheers,

Shandy