New rider ! 696 in 450

[Johnny85]

i am now dooing my 3rd practice course and was always in love with ducati monsters , i am purchasing a 2009 ducati monster 696 as my first bike due to lack of budget for a 796 11'


is a 2009 696 a good beginner bike ? and does anyone know any other ducati riders that might be able to direct me to some speed shops in the greater montreal region ?
or maybe even ride with me and gimme some pointers as i will get my 6A liscence july 5th !

thank you in advance

[bikepilot]

The 696 is a great bike.  Plenty of power to keep you happy for years, but still easy enough to handle that a responsible beginner has a chance on it. 

[Johnny85]

what ever happened to the montreal monster forum i need to find the quat d ex box for my monster in montreal and need some advice ...

[Johnny85]

my monster !

[Johnny85]

i would like to change some things ....


i would like to install a QD exbox exhaust , i will remove the original rear fender/plate holder and tuck them under the seat as soon as i find a rear replacement fender for now ....

does anyone know where i can find a rear fender that stays close to the wheel when dooing the rear liscence plate conversion ?