Rode a '98 Kawi zx600e (sport-touring style ninja) for a couple years in Philly before I had to sell it when moving out here to Seattle .. back on the saddle w/ an '04 620. I'll post some pics when I have them. About me: 25 y.o. male Boeing engineer/project manager for the 787 landing gear. Living on a houseboat on Lake Union until mid-July when I move back to Philly. Looking forward to some great riding, and to meet some new people.
Cheers!
Edited to include photos:
(http://inlinethumb37.webshots.com/45348/2427295740061315279S500x500Q85.jpg) (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2427295740061315279XAmJUJ)
(http://inlinethumb62.webshots.com/45373/2699739590061315279S500x500Q85.jpg) (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2699739590061315279SYUDeG)
how's THAT for a sh*t eating grin? ;D
Also, my first newbie question: Why is it that Ducati owners call their bikes 'ducs' rather than 'dukes' ? I understand the spelling relation and all, but to me, duke has a pretty bad-a** ring to it, more so than duck.
Welcome Joe, hope you are having fun with your 620. Looking forward to the pictures. [thumbsup]
When you get a chance, you might want to check in with your local group, NorthWest (http://ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?board=27.0). There's also a Philly group but they are located offsite: DeVal Mostro (http://www.devalmostro.net/)
As far as your question, the only reason that comes to mind is that "Duke" is associated with KTM, and we wouldn't want there to be any confusion. ;D
Maybe other people will have some other suggestions too.
Have fun! [moto]
Duke might get misinterpreted as KTM duke, plus duc has a nice catch to it.Quack quack.Nice ride btw,perfect combo,house boat and a duc for transpo:-) welcome!