[Ducati] 1098 impressions

[Steve Abramson]

I'll bet you get GREAT mileage after you change the gearing!

Steve



>
> Has anyone taken possession of a 1098, 1098S, or Tri C and is riding
> it around and can give any first-hand impressions?
>
> Thanks
> Pjk
>
> Yes, I have one. It is a 1098s model with the 70mm Termignoni exhaust
> system. Here is a read out on a stationary device on what this
> delivers:
> http://www.motorapido.co.uk/view%20newsletter.php?news=1173469884
>>From a real world standpoint from my observations it is a great all
> around fun bike. My best mileage to date is 33.56 MPG. The tank takes
> about 2.5 gallons after you get nervous and pull in for petro. So the
> last thing you do when one puts the bike to bed is fill the tank. The
> first thing you do after starting it for a ride is plan your trip so
> it goes between open gas stations. The gearing is way too high for
> street riding using a 38 tooth rear sprocket. I have a 40 tooth on
> order, but alas it has disappeared into 'back order' status. You learn
> to do the 'chicken wing' to use the mirrors (lift your arm and sight
> between the elbow and your body). What you see at that point is very
> blurry as the mirrors hop and down like a very excited bunny. The
> transmission is flawless. The brakes will impress you. The handling
> under all conditions sets new standards. When you plan your trip
> across town be certain to add at least 30 minutes for answering
> questions when you put the kick stand down. Try one and see what you
> think!
> Ciao!
> Bill
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