So, I had a little nice surprise today. I was browsing the used motorcycle ads, checking the prices for the Honda Hornet 600 (or 599, depending where you live) and in a "whatever, I'm just looking" moment, I decided to see how much would it cost to own a Ducati, so of course I looked for the cheapest one available, the 2007 Monster 695.
Turns out the Ducati is cheaper. Not only the motorcycle itself, but a few common parts too. Insurance is cheaper, because Hondas get stolen a lot.
Huh. When new, the Ducati was a good 15% more expensive, and now it's around 10% cheaper. Is there anything wrong with those new Ducatis?
The same year Hornet has carbs, while the Monster has fuel injection. I love the noise of an inline-4, but I can live with a nice V-twin.
I know the Honda has around 23hp more, but I imagine the higher torque of the Monster might make it better for all-around riding, and the Monster's handling and riding position has a cult following that is probably as big as the Miata.
So, if I had the money, would it be a sensible choice?
Extra question: is a 749 too much bike for someone who hasn't been riding for 9 years and had a Suzuki Katana 750 before that? I just found it can be had for a little more than the Hornet...
Turns out the Ducati is cheaper. Not only the motorcycle itself, but a few common parts too. Insurance is cheaper, because Hondas get stolen a lot.
Huh. When new, the Ducati was a good 15% more expensive, and now it's around 10% cheaper. Is there anything wrong with those new Ducatis?
The same year Hornet has carbs, while the Monster has fuel injection. I love the noise of an inline-4, but I can live with a nice V-twin.
I know the Honda has around 23hp more, but I imagine the higher torque of the Monster might make it better for all-around riding, and the Monster's handling and riding position has a cult following that is probably as big as the Miata.
So, if I had the money, would it be a sensible choice?
Extra question: is a 749 too much bike for someone who hasn't been riding for 9 years and had a Suzuki Katana 750 before that? I just found it can be had for a little more than the Hornet...