Final KR Based Race Bike Project

[Luders]

Not ridden the duke since September Paul. It's too clean to subject it to these road conditions.

I'm heading out on the crosser with Andy in a bit, to keep our eye in.

[Luders]

Bit muddy

[500bernie]

Just a bit =D>

[Top-shaggy]

Looks like you havin a fantastic time !!

[Luders]

Some more engine porn for you Wayne

[375]

That looks very slick Ben


Just been looking at a couple photos of your 749 i still want one, one day.

[500bernie]

Got to agree with that, a nice RED Ducati

[Luders]

I was thinking of selling it, but I changed my mind a few weeks back

[375]

Yep still want one.

Is there much difference from the 749 and 749s.

[Luders]

Here's the full geeky differences between the models

The S was 5lb lighter
Had adjustable rake from 24.5º - 23.5º
Had 5 position adjustable rearsets
Had a higher compression ratio of 12.3:1 compared to 11.7:1
Power output was 116hp - 85.4kW @ 10500rpm compared to 108hp - 79.5kW @ 10000rpm
with 60.8lb-ft 8.4kgm @ 8500rpm of torque compared to 59.3lb-ft 8.2kgm @ 8500rpm
The front and rear suspension was different too, mainly the rear shock being Showa fully adjustable compared to a Sachs fully adjustable.
The S model also came with a single or dual seat as an option. Bi posto being the dual version.

[375]

Cheers Ben
I like the idea of adjustment on the rearsets.
This one got me thinking.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ducati-749-BI ... 3cda4c244f

[Luders]

That's a clean low mileage example Paul. Belts need replacing every 2 years and the clutches wear quickly on these, especially if you ride it like you stole it Something for you to check if you are thinking of getting one.

[daz680]

Very nice but seems a bit steep for a 10 year old bike

[375]

That's a clean low mileage example Paul. Belts need replacing every 2 years and the clutches wear quickly on these, especially if you ride it like you stole it Something for you to check if you are thinking of getting one.

Could sell the kr to get one

Cheers Ben

[tescr500]

Cheers Ben keep it up lol no pun intended