Quote from: kopfjäger on September 26, 2009, 06:41:38 AM
Well maybe you'll almost make a choice...

Actually, the KTM that I like is not being brought over to the US anymore.  So oh well...

Quote from: DRKWNG on September 26, 2009, 09:37:50 AM


Actually, the KTM that I like is not being brought over to the US anymore.  So oh well...

I've been looking at the 690 Duke, but this bike has got my attention....almost. 

Quote from: kopfjäger on September 26, 2009, 10:12:13 AM


I've been looking at the 690 Duke, but this bike has got my attention....almost. 

I know a few people who took long looks at those.  Problem is, the dealer here wasn't terribly willing to get any in without a full commitment on the bike first. 

For me it is the 690 Supermoto (R).  Really like the upswept exhaust and the Spy Vs Spy looks. 

Quote from: Monstermonkey on September 24, 2009, 06:29:57 PM
I have an 1100 Hyper and it is a really tall bike.  The 796 is only going to be an inch lower which won't attract buyers who want a "smaller" Hyper.  I don't know how much they will ask for this, but with non-adjustable forks and a wet clutch, it should be well under $10,000.  I just got my '09 for $10,400.

$10,400 OTD?  I don't think my local will go for that kind of price reduction.  I rode the HM1100 and liked it a lot, but am wary of the HM ergonomics seeing as I have a SM now and don't like it.  The HM is less upright/sit-up-and-beg than my SM so it was more comfortable to ride on my short test ride.  I think the HM796 fills that niche for people who don't want a beginner bike like the M696, but don't want the significant added grunt of the 1100.  If it comes with n-a forks, then it might be a waste of money.

Quote from: Monstermonkey on September 24, 2009, 06:29:57 PM
I have an 1100 Hyper and it is a really tall bike.  The 796 is only going to be an inch lower which won't attract buyers who want a "smaller" Hyper.  I don't know how much they will ask for this, but with non-adjustable forks and a wet clutch, it should be well under $10,000.  I just got my '09 for $10,400.

That same bike will likely end up being $12,995 in 2010 maintaining the same cost gap between the models as the Monster.

$10,400 OTD for a $12K bike is an exceptional deal also. I doubt many people will be able to get that.

Quote from: legalninja on September 27, 2009, 12:08:13 PM
$10,400 OTD?  I don't think my local will go for that kind of price reduction.  I rode the HM1100 and liked it a lot, but am wary of the HM ergonomics seeing as I have a SM now and don't like it.  The HM is less upright/sit-up-and-beg than my SM so it was more comfortable to ride on my short test ride.  I think the HM796 fills that niche for people who don't want a beginner bike like the M696, but don't want the significant added grunt of the 1100.  If it comes with n-a forks, then it might be a waste of money.

not sure if you are calling the 696 a 'beginner bike' how much difference the 796 would be. 1 more hp and a few more lb ft torque. same clutch, etc. i wouldn't doubt if they're using the same single sided front damper in the forks. depending on the gearing, the 696 will top out near 130mph. which probably is faster that the 796 due to seating/windprotection. sorry have to defend my baby.

I'd have to agree with you Raux - IMO 696 is an entry level DUCATI, not your typical beginners bike.

Quote from: DRKWNG on September 26, 2009, 10:16:32 AM
I know a few people who took long looks at those.  Problem is, the dealer here wasn't terribly willing to get any in without a full commitment on the bike first. 

For me it is the 690 Supermoto (R).  Really like the upswept exhaust and the Spy Vs Spy looks. 

+1 love riding my spy vs spy 

Quote from: stopintime on September 28, 2009, 12:23:10 AM
I'd have to agree with you Raux - IMO 696 is an entry level DUCATI, not your typical beginners bike.

+1

I don't really see any difference between the M696, or Hyper796. Both are entry level Ducatis.

I have a 2008 Hyper 1100S.  I don't think I would rush out and buy an 800cc Hyper.  The torquey 1100cc motor is what makes the Hyper so much fun to ride.

Awesome Hyper... And custom Motardastradabadassbike 

 

yep same company as before... S&P

You should do a set of those pipes on your remod Raux.
Along with the other things you are working on, that bike is going to be amazing!

Quote from: breakdown on September 29, 2009, 01:02:26 PM
I have a 2008 Hyper 1100S.  I don't think I would rush out and buy an 800cc Hyper.  The torquey 1100cc motor is what makes the Hyper so much fun to ride.

I'm with that 100%.


Unless the MiniTard is lighter by enough to make it worth it.