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Started by DarkMonster620, May 28, 2014, 06:01:47 AM

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ducpainter

#180
September 12, 2014, 11:41:55 AM
Why would he want a deep shine on a low gloss paint job?     ???
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 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
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Curmudgeon

#181
September 12, 2014, 11:55:11 AM
Quote from: ducpainter on September 12, 2014, 11:41:55 AM
Why would he want a deep shine on a low gloss paint job?     ???
Sorry, didn't catch that. Only saw "pearl white" but missed the "satin" which you are indicating is flat. Not sure how you do a true pearl with flat though.  ???
2011 796 ABS "Pantah" - Rizoma Bar, 14T, Tech Spec, Ohlins DU-737, Evaps removed, Sargent Seat, Pantah skins

ducpainter

#182
September 12, 2014, 12:21:54 PM
Quote from: Curmudgeon on September 12, 2014, 11:55:11 AM
Sorry, didn't catch that. Only saw "pearl white" but missed the "satin" which you are indicating is flat. Not sure how you do a true pearl with flat though.  ???
Agreed.

It has to lose something without gloss.
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent.”


Speeddog

#183
September 12, 2014, 12:41:26 PM
Actually, it gains an amazing dirt-magnet capability.

You can put a fingerprint on one from ten paces.
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DarkMonster620

#184
September 12, 2014, 02:19:57 PM
Here are the pics of the bikes, still "caged" and the owner . ..  by chance, we did open his :o
Carlos
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Quote from: ducatiz on March 27, 2014, 08:34:34 AM
Ducati is the pretty girl that can't walk in heels without stumbling. I still love her.
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ducpainter

#185
September 12, 2014, 03:18:44 PM
Quote from: Speeddog on September 12, 2014, 12:41:26 PM
Actually, it gains an amazing dirt-magnet capability.

You can put a fingerprint on one from ten paces.
So a dirty washed out pearl...

Sweet. [roll]
"Once you accept that a child on the autistic spectrum experiences the world in
a completely different way than you, you will be open to understand how that
 perspective
    is even more amazing than yours."
    To realize the value of nine  months:
    Ask a mother who gave birth to a stillborn.
"Don't piss off old people The older we get, the less 'Life in Prison' is a deterrent.”


dlearl476

#186
September 12, 2014, 04:05:18 PM
Quote from: ducpainter on May 29, 2014, 06:14:52 AM
If I want to ride on the street, I'll ride my M900.

It still runs.

:lol3

:nod 

And thanks to you, it's still looking good.

It may be time to start shopping for a HM, tho. I may just have some full time work coming my way and I need something I can live with riding in sloppy weather.

DucDucGoos

#187
September 13, 2014, 01:11:06 PM
The white is actually really cool in person. We have one on the showroom floor and I really dig it!

wabill

#188
September 14, 2014, 08:05:00 PM
Quote from: Speeddog on September 12, 2014, 10:38:19 AM
That paint will keep you busy.

A spray bottle of Turtlewax "ICE" will give that paint depth and a breeze to clean. 

06 S2R1000, 08 Triumph Speed Triple, 10 Yamaha FJR1300

hazem77

#189
September 16, 2014, 02:28:22 AM
mine will be white with red ...

cant wait more week  :P
Monster 821 ;-)

Mike P

#190
September 18, 2014, 03:10:43 PM
Only this one is black.

In the crate at Ducati Austin:


In the driveway:


With its Italian Sisters:


I have owned the bike for nearly a month (picked it up August 22nd).  I have put just over 800 miles on it and have had the first service completed.  I'm still a bit careful as to how hard I ride it as the manual talks about a 1,500 mile break in period.

I test rode a new 1200 when they came out in the spring and really liked the bike.  Personally, I think the 1200/821 is the best packaging job Ducati as done to date on one of its naked liquid-cooled bikes.  I didn't opt for the 1200 for personal reasons that I won't go into right now ( [leo] Really officer? I had no idea I was going that fast [roll]).  We're just coming into the fall riding season in Central Texas so I'm sure I'll have ample opportunities to explore the 821's boundaries.

After a month, 800 miles and a couple of 200+ mile rides I really have no complaints about the bike.  It's amazingly civilized to ride around town, is very easy to ride, has plenty of go and is by far the best handling bike I have ever owned. 

Only thing I'm considering is a different bar or risers to give these old arms a bit of relief.
Mike
2015 821 Monster
2014 XL1200C Sportster
2014 Moto Guzzi California 1400
2011 Bonneville T100
2006 Moto Guzzi Griso

beetlejude

#191
September 19, 2014, 02:43:56 PM
 [thumbsup]

Curmudgeon

#192
September 19, 2014, 03:45:35 PM
Quote from: Mike P on September 18, 2014, 03:10:43 PMOnly thing I'm considering is a different bar or risers to give these old arms a bit of relief.
I'm assumeing the bar is straight and flat as it was on 796/1100 EVO. If so, as long as it fits, consider the MA008A which is a bit higher and also gives the wrists a lot of relief. Check dimensions. http://www.motovationusa.com/mvstore/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=562

On my 796. http://gallery.leica-users.org/d/282951-1/Rt_-Above.jpg
2011 796 ABS "Pantah" - Rizoma Bar, 14T, Tech Spec, Ohlins DU-737, Evaps removed, Sargent Seat, Pantah skins

ungeheuer

#193
September 20, 2014, 12:17:20 AM
Quote from: Mike P on September 18, 2014, 03:10:43 PMIn the driveway:

Congrats on your new Monster  [thumbsup]

Its a little too much Diavel Sportster for my taste.  Although I have no doubt it's a fine and powerful ride.

Ducati 1100S Monster + Ducati 1260ST Multistrada + Moto Guzzi Griso 1200SE


Previously: Ducati1200SMultistradaDucatiMonster696DucatiSD900MotoMorini31/2

BALROGG

#194
September 20, 2014, 03:11:05 PM
Quote from: ducpainter on September 12, 2014, 12:21:54 PM
Agreed.

It has to lose something without gloss.

Hey guys! I picked up the 821 Dark on August 17th and I am IN LOVE with this bike! More on that later...

Now as far as taking care of these matte/flat/satin finishes, you CANNOT use traditional waxes & paint sealants due to the glossifiers that they contain. Waxes/sealants will want to make any paint job shiny, which makes your awesome matte finish looked nasty and confused. I was using a simple detail spray (which contains a light wax) on my "Dark" finish and after a few weeks and a few applications it started to look splotchy, stained and greasy. I diluted a very gentle degreaser with water and sprayed it on a MF Towel, then I successfully removed all the detail-spray (and thus the wax) and it looked fantastic again! So instead have started looking into something like these products The Chemical Guys and Dr. Beasly's.

The Chemical Guys
http://www.chemicalguys.com/Matte_Plastidip_Paint_Vinyl_Care_s/342.htm

Dr. Beasly's
http://www.drbeasleys.com/shop/car-care-products/matte-car-care.html
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