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I have wanted a sport bike since I sold my last one in 1998. I have ridden many over the years, but my family situation prevented it. Well, here we are in 2023, I am 52, relatively recently single, the kids are grown and out of college, I have no debt and more life insurance that I need. There is no financial barrier - I can pay cash if I want but they are offering 36 months for 4.99%. I have to make that decision.

I just looked at a 2023 Ducati Pangagale V2. $20k out the door. I will need all the gear so add another $2k - Helmet, 2 piece leathers, gloves, and boot

What am I missing? Why shouldn't I pull the trigger? What are your thoughts?





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Posts: 1801 | Location: Just South of Charlotte, NC | Registered: February 24, 2011Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I've always liked the Monster, but have never ridden a Duc.

Hopefully rainman chimes in, as I think he's had a few.




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Posts: 16115 | Location: Spring, TX | Registered: July 11, 2011Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Yes, do it. I’ve always wanted one, never mind the fact that motorcycles scared the you know what out of me. Ducatis are just so sexy looking.



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Posts: 5425 | Location: Wichita, KS (for now)…always a Texan… | Registered: April 14, 2006Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Beautiful motorcycle! If a track/sport bike is what you want that'll sure make a nice one.


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Posts: 7312 | Location: Northern WV | Registered: January 17, 2005Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Hmmm.... Like a BMW. But Italian. Make sure you are mentally prepared when you learn what your dealers hourly shop rate is!
Ducks are cool and have a great sound!


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Posts: 16433 | Location: Marquette MI | Registered: July 08, 2014Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I would spend your money.

I took a 12yr hiatus between the ages of 35 and 47, after two bad back to back motorcycle accidents.

I noticed in my 12yr absence, cell phone use had completely changed the dynamics of the vehicular environment.

You didn't say what type of riding you did previously, but that is a very impressive machine. Ride with a soft throttle hand until you are familiar with not only the bike, but the idiot drivers around you.

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Isn’t it “I want a DU-FUCKIN’-CATI!”?

Pourquoi pas putain?





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I won’t try to talk you out of it. Big Grin Ducati is riding high right now having won championships in World Superbike and MotoGP. Right now is a good time to be a Ducati fan.

If you fancy 90° twin sport bikes the Panigale is the best.


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Posts: 21245 | Location: San Dimas CA, The Old Dominion or the Tar Heel State.  | Registered: April 16, 2007Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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My last motorcycle was a 2012 Kawasaki KLR650. I sold it in 2018 before we moved fro San Antonio to the Atlanta Metro area.

We waved to North Dallas in 2020 and July last year, at 59 yrs old, I bought a 2022 Yamaha MT-09.

I ride it everyday unless it is raining. We had a few single-digit temp days earlier this year and I still rode.

I have about 4,000 miles on it now and am loving it.

I turned 60 in early January and intend to ride as long as I can.
 
Posts: 1151 | Location: Texas | Registered: February 20, 2018Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I am 50 and had a few thoughts if I found myself newly single I’d want a Ducati too! I say go for it - we aren’t getting any younger. Post it up when you get it.
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Posts: 1648 | Location: Knox/Etown KY | Registered: June 08, 2006Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Do it while you still can.
 
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Hell, yes~ do it. But I’d recommend considering the MSF course as a refresher since it’s been so long.

I also have always wanted a Monster. Maybe someday.


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Posts: 7355 | Location: Hermit’s Peak | Registered: November 14, 2008Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Me too, I recommend this one...The Ducati 1198s Cool



Also available in black...Decisions, decisions Razz



The last of the pre-Panigale era Superbikes and the ultimate Ducati IMO...And you can find them used for a little as $9K! Wink


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Posts: 9474 | Location: New Hampshire | Registered: October 29, 2011Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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Get it. You won’t regret getting a Duck. I miss mine immensely. I currently have a Triumph. It has been a great motorcycle but, it doesn’t have the “soul” of a Ducati. Yes they cost more usually. Yes they are maintenance and labor intensive. But………………… it’s a Ducati.
 
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Im a big fan of buying used and saving half… and Honda. But I get the Ducati thing.


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First buy a motorcycle, if you don't have one you should. Second buy a motorcycle that you love and will use for enjoyment. Which one is that? I don't know. What would you like to do with it? There are so many great sportbikes that it matters a bit on which set of things are important to you.


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Or, go big & find a Desmosedici RR Cool
Only a cool $75k when new
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ducati_Desmosedici_RR





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Posts: 16115 | Location: Spring, TX | Registered: July 11, 2011Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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What am I missing?

Budget for tires.
Budget for service if you don't do it yourself.

Armor?
Additional gear for hot weather and rain?
Cheap(er) aftermarket body parts for track days?

Enjoy the bike.
 
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I found this pic of my 1997 Duc taken in the driveway probably in 1998 or 99.



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Posts: 7312 | Location: Northern WV | Registered: January 17, 2005Reply With QuoteReport This Post
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I would look for a 748 or 900ss used scratche the itch but not a big investment.


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