[PhilB]

I'm joining to find out more about the Scrambler from owners. I plan to testride one this month.

I see the Scrambler as a worthy successor to the original Monster concept. The Monster has grown up into Too Much Bike; the original idea was a simple, versatile, all-around bike that was still stylish and fast enough. The Scrambler seems to me to carry that thought through.

I currently ride a 1993 (first year) Monster M900, which I bought new, and have 238,000 miles on so far. It's been a great bike. I plan to keep riding it as long as it holds up, but if/when it is done, the Scrambler looks like a good next choice.

PhilB

 

[DenverDuc]

I'm joining to find out more about the Scrambler from owners. I plan to testride one this month.

I see the Scrambler as a worthy successor to the original Monster concept. The Monster has grown up into Too Much Bike; the original idea was a simple, versatile, all-around bike that was still stylish and fast enough. The Scrambler seems to me to carry that thought through.

I currently ride a 1993 (first year) Monster M900, which I bought new, and have 238,000 miles on so far. It's been a great bike. I plan to keep riding it as long as it holds up, but if/when it is done, the Scrambler looks like a good next choice.

PhilB

Thought I recognized you from the Monster board! Welcome Phil! It's incredible the number of miles you've put on Patina, and I think you're right about the Scrambler continuing on the original ethos of the Monster concept. I know I can't wait to get mine here in the next few days/weeks since I should be taking delivery of the first one in Denver as I was first in line early last October to put money down.

 

[albie]

I'm joining to find out more about the Scrambler from owners. I plan to testride one this month.

I see the Scrambler as a worthy successor to the original Monster concept. The Monster has grown up into Too Much Bike; the original idea was a simple, versatile, all-around bike that was still stylish and fast enough. The Scrambler seems to me to carry that thought through.

I currently ride a 1993 (first year) Monster M900, which I bought new, and have 238,000 miles on so far. It's been a great bike. I plan to keep riding it as long as it holds up, but if/when it is done, the Scrambler looks like a good next choice.

PhilB

Hi Phil. I have had 3 previous monsters and although I sold mine to get this I feel I never sold my soul because the scrambler has all the elements of the old old monster and more quick punch and quirkiness. I will be getting my self a pre-97 Monster to keep in the garage and stay a part of the UKMOC community over here because I still love them. I don't know of any higher mileage Monsters out there but maybe you should join the UKMOC to show them your steed. You will be welcome.
Albs

 

[PhilB]

Hi Phil. I have had 3 previous monsters and although I sold mine to get this I feel I never sold my soul because the scrambler has all the elements of the old old monster and more quick punch and quirkiness. I will be getting my self a pre-97 Monster to keep in the garage and stay a part of the UKMOC community over here because I still love them. I don't know of any higher mileage Monsters out there but maybe you should join the UKMOC to show them your steed. You will be welcome.
Albs

I've seen at least a dozen Ducatis with over 100K miles; most of them '90's vintage aircooled bikes -- Monsters and SS's. I've only seen one other Duc over 200K miles, and that was Gary Eagan's ST4.

PhilB

 

[silverluxe]

Phil, what are the Achilles heels of the bikes? If anyone would know it'd be you. How have you kept yours going for so many miles?

 

[PhilB]

Phil, what are the Achilles heels of the bikes? If anyone would know it'd be you. How have you kept yours going for so many miles?

Not much, really.
Newer ones may have some electronics problems, as they get more complex. That's part of why I'm excited about the Scrambler -- simpler.
There was a period where there was a lot of problems with plastic gas tanks.
My bike predates both of those sets of problems.

Here are my tips for longevity:
1) Break it in according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2) Use high-quality full synthetic motorcycle oil. I don't care what brand.
3) Do the maintenance.
4) Ride it. A lot. Don't let it sit and rot.
5) If'n it ain't broke, don't fix it. (i.e. be careful with the modifications; a lot of people screw up their bikes that way.)

PhilB

 

[PeteI]

I'm joining to find out more about the Scrambler from owners. I plan to testride one this month.

I see the Scrambler as a worthy successor to the original Monster concept. The Monster has grown up into Too Much Bike; the original idea was a simple, versatile, all-around bike that was still stylish and fast enough. The Scrambler seems to me to carry that thought through.

I currently ride a 1993 (first year) Monster M900, which I bought new, and have 238,000 miles on so far. It's been a great bike. I plan to keep riding it as long as it holds up, but if/when it is done, the Scrambler looks like a good next choice.

PhilB

keep that m900 for sure but also get a scrambler!

 

[silverluxe]

Thanks for the info! I've never owned a Ducati or any bike with belt driven timing, so I am new to it all. I'm happy to hear that you feel like this is step back into the right direction. I like simple bikes that are reliable. I can't even imagine 200k+ miles of seat time. I think it's awesome.