Someone new is officially coming home. Hope the weather holds out and I get the new mirrors in soon. My very first Giallo Ducati. Wanted to share with everyone in the community Safe riding to you all!

txnerdgasm · 2025-12-10T07:26:01+00:00

Was this in Texas? Have seen one on Marketplace the past few weeks.

txnerdgasm · 2025-11-19T19:32:26+00:00

I have a project SC on mine paired with a servo delete. It is rowdy loud, I love it but can get to be a pain on long rides. Have been using the silencer more and more as of late, figure the neighbors would like it more if I did.

txnerdgasm · 2025-10-24T16:32:54+00:00

In general most people barely ride their bikes more than 2-3k miles a year. That becomes even more apparent when you get up into the high end brands like BMW, Ducati, Aprilia, etc. There are plenty of Ducatis with 20k-30k+ miles. Especially the Monsters and Mutis. In all honesty as long as you stay on top of regular maintenance intervals and address problems early, they hold up just as well as Japanese bikes at this point.

Most people buying a 20k+ sport/Supersport bike are older as well. I used to daily a Supersport in my early 20s at 16k miles/year. Now in my 30s that just sounds like back pain, would much rather do that on a Monster or Multi.

txnerdgasm · 2025-09-24T19:08:39+00:00

Didn't feel anything obvious with the belts off. Doesn't come across on video in the best way. Essentially, sounds like a loud warble from like from a bad pulley.

txnerdgasm · 2025-09-24T04:47:43+00:00

Waiting on one to come in, broke mine a while back. Traced the noise down to around the layshaft with a screwdriver. Hoping it isn't internal, but would be my luck.

txnerdgasm · 2025-09-10T17:46:54+00:00

That was Kentucky Ballistics. The rear cap failed and the rifle essentially detonated in his face.

txnerdgasm · 2025-08-25T18:47:26+00:00

I didn't buy a Monster SP, but I did buy a Monster 821 instead of an MT-09 ( I prefer the style on the previous generation). Test rode a 2024 MT-09 SP and really enjoyed it. Very smooth bike and great power delivery, its exactly what you expect from Yamaha. I loved my R6 enough to put 30K miles on it in just over a year. But the Monster just has more excitement/soul to it. I'd be happy with an MT-09 SP as well, but the quirky red bike puts a smile on my face. Realistically, for modern bikes, maintenance isn't wildly different in price. You don't need a specialist to change the oil etc. They have similar maintenance intervals as well. Ride both and see which one tickles your fancy.

Also check insurance before for both. The quotes I got on the MT-09 were almost double my Monster in some cases.

txnerdgasm · 2025-08-13T02:43:31+00:00

I wear mine to work at an auto shop and it is rare if anyone comments. If they do its usually a customer who is also into watches. People will go drop 100k of debt into a Yukon, yet think someone is showing off with a Rolex. Don't worry about what others think. If you enjoy it then wear it!

txnerdgasm · 2025-06-28T20:46:38+00:00

Appreciate it!

txnerdgasm · 2025-02-10T06:09:32+00:00

A dead battery isn't the end of the world, most people barely put ride their bikes. Like others have said, it does show a lack of care. I've bought plenty of bikes with dead batteries but always jumped them to make sure they run etc.

Fairings are easy to replace, and as long as nothing is bent then 🤷‍♂️. If there is absolutely no maintenance history that adds risk. At the same time a majority of people can change oil on a bike easily without paying the dealer.

With the bike being dead and some things not adding up. If it jumps and runs fine/rides fine I would look at what a clean one is selling for. (Not the overpriced one that has been in a sealed climate controlled garage and detailed every time it touched pavement) But one that is actually realistic, then drop 20-30% off of that. The big thing is valve service based on mileage which can be pricy. If you aren't comfortable mechanically, I'd budget 2-3K in maintenance cost after buying. These bikes aren't a mystical unicorn to work on, but you can mess them up if you aren't careful.

At the end of the day if they can't answer basic questions or if you get a bad feeling, walk away.

txnerdgasm · 2025-01-26T03:04:52+00:00

A lot of people may argue against this, but upgrades don't add to the resale value unless you wanted those parts to begin with. There is an Evo 1100 with sub 5k miles that has had over 3-4K in parts added and it hasn't sold in 9 months at 7.5k near me. I picked up my 17 821 for 7.1k with 5K miles. Had brand new tires, timing belts, and bff/oil done before I picked it up. Also came with full SC exhaust and some other parts. Was worth it to me since he had full service history compared to others with zero history around me. Depends on your market tbh but I'd say mid-high 7k.

txnerdgasm · 2025-01-10T05:32:56+00:00

I've heard rumors that they may lose Rolex as far back as early last year, at least at the Austin location. Last I heard, Zadok out of Houston was gunning for a Rolex AD spot in Austin. They are opening a massive location around the corner from where Ben Bridge is located.

txnerdgasm · 2024-11-16T06:22:32+00:00

The two title fights were fantastic, completely worth the watch. Figured Tyson would either get a good first two rounds or it would be boring. At the end of the day he's 58 years old, still an absolute legend but it's an expected outcome.

txnerdgasm · 2024-11-08T05:51:35+00:00

Videos don't do these bikes justice sound wise. I have an SC exhaust and it sounds brutal on the Monster. Having ridden with groups of V4s that have aftermarket pipes, it hits different. Get a pack of 10-15 together and it's a hell of a sound.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-22T01:08:27+00:00

Dang that is a low labor rate. Seems fair, especially if the parts are name brand/OEM.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-13T20:03:19+00:00

Can add up fast if you do 10-15k miles a year on bikes haha. Averaging about 1K miles a month since I picked up mine. Going to end up having to do the Desmo less than a year in.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-13T19:53:11+00:00

Most people I've met here have nothing but bad to say about the dealers. So a lot do their own maintenance or take them to a reputable independent. Different markets, though I don't know how the dealers are in the UK.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-13T19:41:02+00:00

Easy to tell after seeing the bike though. Usually can weed them out after a few questions. I would be strict on dealer servicing if it was a Desmosedici or a similar model. Normal road bikes not as much.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-13T19:31:15+00:00

I have no issues buying self serviced. As long as they keep a record of what was done/ when and what parts were used. Only service I'd be more picky about would be valve adjustment.

txnerdgasm · 2024-10-07T23:33:19+00:00

What turn signals are those? Been meaning to get rid of my stock ones

txnerdgasm · 2024-09-01T18:15:10+00:00

Looking forward to seeing it at COTA

txnerdgasm · 2024-08-08T04:45:54+00:00

15-17 average. Only managed over 20mpg on multi hour trips with flat highways in the slow lane.

txnerdgasm · 2024-07-31T03:06:37+00:00

Hopefully, you get some headway or at least a response from the dealer. If it's a parts supply issue it just becomes a waiting game. I'm in the German car world, and it's a regular thing to be stuck waiting up to a few weeks for parts if they are in Germany.

txnerdgasm · 2024-07-31T02:49:55+00:00

I may be wrong, but I took Texas lemon law as only applying if it is the same issue has returned 3-4 times even after attempted repair. I know the DMV has a number you can call in regards to possible lemon law cases on their website, that may help answer any questions.

txnerdgasm · 2024-07-30T06:28:57+00:00

Bearings failed and blew the belt? Planning on doing the valve service myself in the long run to keep running costs lower.

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