SPEED's Next Bike... Honda CBR1000RR or Ducati 848 or? - Page 2

ofcounsel · 03-28-2008, 06:39 PM

I have 2 675's, a 2006 as a street bike, and a 2007 as a track bike...

Maintenance wise, they are easy to upkeep no issues... on the streetbike, I just took it in a 6000 for a service. It was a few hundred bucks and they changed the oil. My track bike, I just change the oil after every couple of days... It's got 4500 track miles in 1 year... high rpms all the time... no problems.

Two main warranty issues have come up on the bikes: (1) Fuel Pump relay recall, replaced relays, and (2) Cam Chain tensioner makes noise between 7000 and 9000 rpm. That gets warranty work.

Beyond that, no real issues to speak of. They make great track bikes, as they are real nimble and have pretty good torque considering the displacment.

Pretty tight 675 community (Triumph Daytona 675 and Street Triple 675 Forums and Triumph 675 Online Community - Triumph675.net) with a strong So. Cal. contingency. There's about 12 us on that board that get together on a regular basis (some of us several times a month) for track days and 4 or 5 of us form So Cal. racing them.

People have a misconception that they break down. Another misconception is that there is a shortage of aftermarket parts... That's not quite true. While there may not be, say 20 rearset manufacturers making stuff for the 675, the main players are all there... and that's cool!

That being said, as between the CBR and the 848... I just think the 848 is sweet!

phydeaux · 03-29-2008, 08:17 AM

I hereby change my vote to a white 848 (they look so sweet). I have never ridden a Duc and want to ride it, so Mike must get one!

Bad-mofo · 03-29-2008, 08:52 AM

There are things with Japanese bikes we take for granted. Primarily the cost of parts and their availability. Even if the bike is reliable and doesn't need excessive maintenance or repairs (warranty or not) we do crash them from time to time especially on the track.

SPEED · 03-29-2008, 01:03 PM

Maybe I should get a slightly used Ducati 1098S?

phydeaux · 03-29-2008, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SPEED

Maybe I should get a slightly used Ducati 1098R?

Fixed it for ya!

I read that someone dumped their Desmosedici. Maybe they're looking to sell it.

Pancho · 03-30-2008, 05:00 PM

Ima have to say "Honda".. Ive got a friend that spent bundles of $$$ on three different Ducs trying to get them right for racing at willow. And after blowing one up at a Buttonwillow trackday. He picked up an anniversary edition R6 and with only a pipe and brake upgrades,dropped 2 seconds of his best lap times.

The 848 is beauty no doubt !! But it would seem to me the Ducs aren't the right match for everybody. And I mean that from both the fit and feel,and the cost and sensibility..

Whatever ya get Mike. I'm looking forward to riding the next SBW trackday with ya....

SPEED · 03-31-2008, 10:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phydeaux

Fixed it for ya!

I read that someone dumped their Desmosedici. Maybe they're looking to sell it.

Even then it would be about $50,000.00 most likely....... hmmmm

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pancho

Ima have to say "Honda".. Ive got a friend that spent bundles of $$$ on three different Ducs trying to get them right for racing at willow. And after blowing one up at a Buttonwillow trackday. He picked up an anniversary edition R6 and with only a pipe and brake upgrades,dropped 2 seconds of his best lap times.

The 848 is beauty no doubt !! But it would seem to me the Ducs aren't the right match for everybody. And I mean that from both the fit and feel,and the cost and sensibility..

Whatever ya get Mike. I'm looking forward to riding the next SBW trackday with ya....

Thanks Pancho, it'll be good to ride with you again as well!!

So many decisions. Anyone heard of a super nice FX bike or something like that for sale? I spoke with a friend the other night that picked up one of Pegram's bikes & got a good deal. Hmmmmmm.....

The poll is pretty even at this point, although I don't believe we have heard why some of the members voted the way they did.

Mojave954 · 04-01-2008, 04:34 AM

Keep tellin ya there is a nice used R1 up here that someone is willing to part with. Yup....

All that POWER just sitting there.... waiting for someone to really use it. Unlike its current user who is just to scared to really ride the bike the way it is meant to be ridden.

SPEED · 04-01-2008, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mojave954

Keep tellin ya there is a nice used R1 up here that someone is willing to part with. Yup....

All that POWER just sitting there.... waiting for someone to really use it. Unlike its current user who is just to scared to really ride the bike the way it is meant to be ridden.

You have a nice bike for sure, but for some reason Yamahas have never felt just right to me. You ride it just fine anyway, so...... don't sell it!!

SPEED · 04-01-2008, 12:22 PM

Look at this MotorcycleUSA.com Test on the Honda CBR1000RR ........

2008 Superbike Smackdown V - MotorcycleUSA.com

I'm about ready to get my Honda Credit Card out of the cobwebs and head down to the dealer......

View Poll Results: SPEED's Next Bike Should Be A.....
2008 Honda CBR1000RR	22	46.81%
2008 Ducati 848	15	31.91%
Neither. I Think SPEED Should Get A.....	10	21.28%
Voters: 47. You may not vote on this poll

03-28-2008, 06:39 PM	#11
ofcounsel Squid Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brea, CA Bikes: Truiumph Daytona 675 (track) D675 (Street) Posts: 114 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 2 (24)	I have 2 675's, a 2006 as a street bike, and a 2007 as a track bike... Maintenance wise, they are easy to upkeep no issues... on the streetbike, I just took it in a 6000 for a service. It was a few hundred bucks and they changed the oil. My track bike, I just change the oil after every couple of days... It's got 4500 track miles in 1 year... high rpms all the time... no problems. Two main warranty issues have come up on the bikes: (1) Fuel Pump relay recall, replaced relays, and (2) Cam Chain tensioner makes noise between 7000 and 9000 rpm. That gets warranty work. Beyond that, no real issues to speak of. They make great track bikes, as they are real nimble and have pretty good torque considering the displacment. Pretty tight 675 community (Triumph Daytona 675 and Street Triple 675 Forums and Triumph 675 Online Community - Triumph675.net) with a strong So. Cal. contingency. There's about 12 us on that board that get together on a regular basis (some of us several times a month) for track days and 4 or 5 of us form So Cal. racing them. People have a misconception that they break down. Another misconception is that there is a shortage of aftermarket parts... That's not quite true. While there may not be, say 20 rearset manufacturers making stuff for the 675, the main players are all there... and that's cool! That being said, as between the CBR and the 848... I just think the 848 is sweet! __________________ WSMC #814 www.socaltriumph.com / www.cyclesector.com / www.panolinamerica.com / www.LeoVince.com / www.mothers.com

03-29-2008, 08:17 AM	#12
phydeaux Moderator Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: San Diego Bikes: 08 R1200GS/01 RC51 Age: 51 Posts: 1,057 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 3 (28)	I hereby change my vote to a white 848 (they look so sweet). I have never ridden a Duc and want to ride it, so Mike must get one! __________________ Boycott shampoo, you shouldn't settle for anything less than 100% REAL poo!

03-29-2008, 01:03 PM	#14
SPEED Administrator Tournaments Won: 2 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: So Cali Bikes: '07 Honda CBR600RR, Cag Pocket bike Age: 43 Posts: 11,034 iTrader: (5) Rep Power: 16 (42)	Maybe I should get a slightly used Ducati 1098S? __________________ Live to ride another day!" SIGN UP HERE --> "Zoomsplat" -Wingers" SPORTBIKES WEST.COM User Maintenance General Forum Usage Reading and Posting Messages

03-30-2008, 05:00 PM	#16
Pancho Spammer Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: WLV Bikes: 06 CBR 1000 RR Age: 45 Posts: 23 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 0 (10)	Ima have to say "Honda".. Ive got a friend that spent bundles of $$$ on three different Ducs trying to get them right for racing at willow. And after blowing one up at a Buttonwillow trackday. He picked up an anniversary edition R6 and with only a pipe and brake upgrades,dropped 2 seconds of his best lap times. The 848 is beauty no doubt !! But it would seem to me the Ducs aren't the right match for everybody. And I mean that from both the fit and feel,and the cost and sensibility.. Whatever ya get Mike. I'm looking forward to riding the next SBW trackday with ya.... __________________ But it's a good kind of pain !!!

03-29-2008, 08:52 AM	#13
Bad-mofo Canyon Carver Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Aliso Viejo, CA Bikes: 03 R6, 04 R1, 06 450SMR Age: 37 Posts: 556 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 4 (16)	There are things with Japanese bikes we take for granted. Primarily the cost of parts and their availability. Even if the bike is reliable and doesn't need excessive maintenance or repairs (warranty or not) we do crash them from time to time especially on the track.

04-01-2008, 04:34 AM	#18
Mojave954 Canyon Carver Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: WSIR's backyard Posts: 828 iTrader: (0) Rep Power: 4 (20)	Keep tellin ya there is a nice used R1 up here that someone is willing to part with. Yup.... All that POWER just sitting there.... waiting for someone to really use it. Unlike its current user who is just to scared to really ride the bike the way it is meant to be ridden. __________________ Never trust anyone wearing a crown.

04-01-2008, 12:22 PM	#20
SPEED Administrator Tournaments Won: 2 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: So Cali Bikes: '07 Honda CBR600RR, Cag Pocket bike Age: 43 Posts: 11,034 iTrader: (5) Rep Power: 16 (42)	Look at this MotorcycleUSA.com Test on the Honda CBR1000RR ........ 2008 Superbike Smackdown V - MotorcycleUSA.com I'm about ready to get my Honda Credit Card out of the cobwebs and head down to the dealer...... __________________ Live to ride another day!" SIGN UP HERE --> "Zoomsplat" -Wingers" SPORTBIKES WEST.COM User Maintenance General Forum Usage Reading and Posting Messages

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