http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=pl ... VKLl-ZBUwg
I think it looks Japanese
AGRO!
2011-11-10 11:50:00 UTC
MrZ32
2011-11-10 12:00:00 UTC
i like the underslung exhaust and headlights.. and noise... the rest may have to grow on me.
looks like it has a gsxr tank and tail... weird
on the plus side... the ducati 999 & 848 prices are going to drop further... mmm 999
looks like it has a gsxr tank and tail... weird
on the plus side... the ducati 999 & 848 prices are going to drop further... mmm 999
boney95
2011-11-10 12:57:00 UTC
Bad ass looking bike. It's tail does look GSXR.
Here's a link from my Buell forum that I've been following regarding this bike and the Buell 1190, it's pretty interesting, a lot of people are drinking the Buell koolaid.... So far the thread is 3 pages long, the link is to page 3, with the first two pages available to click on top of the screen.
http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/m ... 1320926887
Here's a link from my Buell forum that I've been following regarding this bike and the Buell 1190, it's pretty interesting, a lot of people are drinking the Buell koolaid.... So far the thread is 3 pages long, the link is to page 3, with the first two pages available to click on top of the screen.
http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/m ... 1320926887
MrZ32
2011-11-10 13:33:00 UTC
The buell 1190 rs (fixed... Damn predictive text)... Now that is a sexy bike.
Crotchrockety
2011-11-10 13:48:00 UTC
My personal feeling is - meh. Based in Ducati's history, I doubt the weight and power claims. I also question the engineering and foresee the damn things cracking in half. But, maybe I just don't understand the frame layout.
boney95
2011-11-10 13:53:00 UTC
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Ducati Pete
2011-11-10 14:08:00 UTC
Love it!
nampus
2011-11-10 20:50:00 UTC
I don't like the exhaust sticking out the side. But the rest of the bike looks pretty good to me.
I'm very curious about the reliability, so far I've read two tests of the 1198 where in it broken down. I hope the 1199 will do better.
I'm very curious about the reliability, so far I've read two tests of the 1198 where in it broken down. I hope the 1199 will do better.
SDNerd
2011-11-10 21:13:00 UTC
I think its ugly. I like the appearance of Terblanche's 999 better. At least its not as hideous as Buells (all Buells ...). We all know that with an all-new engine, chassis, and ton of electronic features, its bound to have some issues ... it's Ducati ... which still means it will be less problematic than a Buell (again, all Buells) - even the $40K USD variety.
Buell trashing aside (too easy a target), I'd definitely pony up for an RC8R Race Spec well before the Panigale.
Buell trashing aside (too easy a target), I'd definitely pony up for an RC8R Race Spec well before the Panigale.
darko
2011-11-11 00:23:00 UTC
I think this bike is righteous. Easily the best looking supersport.
*drool
*drool
boney95
2011-11-11 00:35:00 UTC
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boney95
2011-11-11 00:40:00 UTC
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Exitman
2011-11-11 03:58:00 UTC
absolutely stunning
990EXODUS
2011-11-11 04:04:00 UTC
I've said it before & I'll say it again - I think Single sided arms look like SHIT!!!
AGRO!
2011-11-11 05:54:00 UTC
From the profile it looks like a R6....
Also I think Ducati have done away with belts on this one! At last
Also I think Ducati have done away with belts on this one! At last
bic_bicknell
2011-11-11 06:23:00 UTC
Love it. Love the back tyre size. Personally I miss the trellis frame but I guess it was time to move on. A true 916 successor I think time will show.
CEREC1
2011-11-11 07:55:00 UTC
I don't want to love it but I do! Please god don't make me need one. It could tempt me. I must be strong. (and no crappy cam belts. )
blb
2011-11-11 09:37:00 UTC
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Stupid Luke
2011-11-11 21:13:00 UTC
Sounds like a great engine. Trouble is they've put it in a chassis that the best rider in the world cant win a race on, the second best hasnt tried and the third best won a few races but binned it in every other, before going to Honda and getting his yellow teeth over the line quite regularly.
Ducati Pete
2011-11-11 21:17:00 UTC
A bit ironic that on the day they launch the road bike using that style of frame, the motoGP guys are rolling out a bike with a conventional perimeter frame.
I'm pretty sure the 1199 will be mustard.
LOL at Luke's rider ranking as well!
I'm pretty sure the 1199 will be mustard.
LOL at Luke's rider ranking as well!
MADDOG53
2011-11-11 21:52:00 UTC
Yep - I like it a lot.
darko
2011-11-11 22:28:00 UTC
And me,,,I still want a road legal Britten,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
paul81
2011-11-11 23:10:00 UTC
Unless you guys plan to race this thing on MotoGP spec Bridgestone tyres yourselves, I don't see what difference it makes what the MotoGP Ducati team is doing. Their set of requirements and circumstances is about as 180 degrees from ours as it can possibly get.
darko
2011-11-12 00:50:00 UTC
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ktmguy
2011-11-12 04:00:00 UTC
I'm not the biggest Ducati fan and can't see the point of buying one unless I strike lotto but they still make amazingly good looking bikes...Drool...
scamb66
2011-11-12 13:26:00 UTC
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loony888
2011-11-13 11:07:00 UTC
meh, looks japanese to me, much prefer the 1098R
turnip
2011-11-14 22:10:00 UTC
I just returned from seeing it in the flesh at EICMA. Absolutely gorgeous! Pics do not do the bike justice.
scamb66
2011-11-18 09:39:00 UTC
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loony888
2011-11-18 13:22:00 UTC
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scamb66
2011-11-19 08:14:00 UTC
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fatbob
2011-11-19 08:16:00 UTC
Looks better in the Tricolore and dont mind the new 848 Corse scheme either.
KTM666
2011-11-21 13:47:00 UTC
absolutely stunning bike , think the underneath of the tail does look similar to the S1000RR , which is allegedly a K5 copy anyhow.
Mahoosive amount of cash though , still determind that the only thing i will change the BMW for is a new Superduke when it arrives
Mahoosive amount of cash though , still determind that the only thing i will change the BMW for is a new Superduke when it arrives
jambox
2011-11-21 15:53:00 UTC
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nitrogeoff
2011-11-21 17:22:00 UTC
Think I'd prefer that 848, might just be me being realistic (sort of), even though the panigale does look very nice in the Tricolore.
fatbob
2011-11-21 21:04:00 UTC
I love the new bike. It's gorgeous and the motor stats are remarkable. Can't wait to see it at the motorcycle show this winter. I feel I need to have one for when I am running late to work..
darko
2011-11-23 04:11:00 UTC
I was hoping to see the 1199 in WSBK next season but I heard Checa will run the 1198 again next year. I hope they change their mind and put him the 1199.
lc4
2011-11-23 14:23:00 UTC
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scamb66
2011-11-24 21:48:00 UTC
heh heh your right i sat on it
loved the R690 too , lovely bike
loved the R690 too , lovely bike
scamb66
2011-11-25 22:18:00 UTC
I'm really anxious to see some dyno runs on this bike. I'm guessing about 10-15rwhp + from the outgoing 1198.
loony888
2011-11-28 12:35:00 UTC
Saw one in the flesh at the Sydney Motorcycle show on the weekend and have to say "very nice"
Rear shock set up is interesting.
Rear shock set up is interesting.
TLS_Russ
2011-11-29 02:11:00 UTC
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TC's SD
2011-11-29 03:04:00 UTC
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omky756
2011-11-29 10:14:00 UTC
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TC's SD
2011-11-29 10:37:00 UTC
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omky756
2011-12-07 06:46:00 UTC
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Ducati Pete
2011-12-07 07:01:00 UTC
I'd LOVE a new Buell 1190RS..!! Someone wanna lend me $50k..???!!!!
Still like the XB12s.Almost bought one before I popped for the Superduke..
They'd be alot of fun...Still wouldn't mind having one..
Still like the XB12s.Almost bought one before I popped for the Superduke..
They'd be alot of fun...Still wouldn't mind having one..
SDNerd
2011-12-07 15:24:00 UTC
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fatbob
2011-12-07 20:15:00 UTC
The 1098R "only" made 165BHP and 125 NM torque on a SAE dyno - but that twin power.
It is a monster to ride and even the fast IL4's needed a decent straight to best it.
It is a monster to ride and even the fast IL4's needed a decent straight to best it.
darko
2011-12-07 21:26:00 UTC
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Lowrance
2011-12-07 21:55:00 UTC
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Crotchrockety
2011-12-09 10:38:00 UTC
Do we really think an RC8 is comparable with the 1098 or indeed the allegedly more powerful better handling panigale??
If you check the WSB results.....oh hold on a sec..
RC8's look lovely but they aint comparable to the Ducatis IMHO , I aint no ducati fan by the way.
Had a test ride on one before i bought the BMW and hated the bike , that bloody dry clutch noise is awful.
I know a few peeps that have since put the RR's up for sale and ordered the new bike!! without even riding it , what can possibly be shit about it!
Hopefully the long tradition of Italian engineering will shine through
If you check the WSB results.....oh hold on a sec..
RC8's look lovely but they aint comparable to the Ducatis IMHO , I aint no ducati fan by the way.
Had a test ride on one before i bought the BMW and hated the bike , that bloody dry clutch noise is awful.
I know a few peeps that have since put the RR's up for sale and ordered the new bike!! without even riding it , what can possibly be shit about it!
Hopefully the long tradition of Italian engineering will shine through
tripoddave
2011-12-09 16:16:00 UTC
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Ducati Pete
2011-12-10 03:11:00 UTC
The 1199 is stunning. I just saw it at the show. It's the nicest design for a production superbike, ever. I was seriously impressed by it.
I liked it in the photos.. but in person it's just incredible.
I liked it in the photos.. but in person it's just incredible.
loony888
2011-12-11 01:16:00 UTC
Just saw it on display at the MC show in Long Beach...really nice looking bike but unfortunately not my cuppa any longer. Maybe as a track only bike.
Saw the race spec RC8R at the show as well and it looked good...really good. No way I could justify the expense ($20K USD) though for 2-3 trackdays a year.
Still hoping KTM do the right thing (the easy thing) and produce the new SD based on the 2012 RC8R. I cannot think of another bike I would want to own. Litteraly!
Saw the race spec RC8R at the show as well and it looked good...really good. No way I could justify the expense ($20K USD) though for 2-3 trackdays a year.
Still hoping KTM do the right thing (the easy thing) and produce the new SD based on the 2012 RC8R. I cannot think of another bike I would want to own. Litteraly!