Newbie to Ducs from Texas

[jimbonerz28]

Hi, my name is Jimbo. I am from Midland, Texas. I am thinking of getting a Monster. Never owned a Ducati before but a couple of friend have them and have convined me to go Italian. I recently sold my Honda cbr 954 and want something less supersport and more standard. I think a Monster might be the ticket. I have rode a 998,999,748 and a hypermotard and like the ergos and attitude of the hyper but they are outta my current price range. What can I expect from owning a Ducati and which Monsters should I be considering. I am thinking 98-02 750 monster maybe 900. I am an older rider and have a lot of experience. I been riding for 30 odd years and have owned many bikes, recently an 86 VFR and 02 CBR, currently have a Suzuki Savage based bobber (pics) but want something for the twisties and maybe rode trips to Texas hill country and Big Bend areas. Thought i would ask some guys opinions that own and ride Monsters any input would be helpful.

[ducpainter]

Welcome Jim.

Having owned bikes with both motors, I'd look for a 900.

[somegirl]

Welcome to the DMF, best of luck with your bike search.

I think ducpainter gave you solid advice, but if you want additional opinions, you might want to post up in the General Monster Forum as it gets more traffic.

[grandpa nate]

Welcome!!!!!

900s rule!!

[jimbonerz28]

Welcome to the DMF, best of luck with your bike search.

I think ducpainter gave you solid advice, but if you want additional opinions, you might want to post up in the General Monster Forum as it gets more traffic.

I did TYVM, I got lots of useful info.