| rcgbob, having been looking at my 749 in the garage this morning, currently in the position that my 996 usually occupies, I have to agree that the front doesn't have the same effect on me. The 996 is a classic beauty but the 749 is distinctive and sleek, particularly with the vents, which the newer models don't have. To be honest, I don't like the headlamp on the Monster much either, or the mirrors, or the silly 'bikini' screen, or whatever it's called. But all of those considerations are forgotten once I start the engine.
I know designers have to attract potential buyers with the look of a bike but if, like me, you're already sold on Ducatis, that's a secondary consideration. Performance and riding enjoyment is what counts, and all three bikes do their own thing fantastically well so, in spite of the fact that you consider me to be 'on the dark side' I would urge you to test ride one and then come back and explain to me what you don't like about it. | 
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