2003 Ducati reviews

So if you're like me and were looking for reviews about the 620 dark, you're probally getting bummed out about everyone knocking it. I would like to say that all the compaints everyone has made appear to be BS! I bought my Monster about 2 weeks ago. I've been riding it non stop and will be the first to tell you, I wouldn't change one thing on this bike! People have said it's not fast enough, or it only has 60hp. Consider this, it's a perfect first bike (as it is my first), it's extrememly comfortable to ride, it can go plenty fast in town, and can easily cuise at 90mph on the highway with plenty more power to boost it higher if you truly needed too. So it doesn't go 200mph, so WHAT! Unless you plan on getting into pro racing or taking it to the track at Laguna Seca, why would you possibly need it to go 200mph?! I was really bent on getting an R6, until I realized it was too much bike for a first timer. Try cuising around town on an R6... It's tough to keep those revs up at in town speeds. And also, the monster turns more heads around town than most of the other bikes. It just looks tough! I've had no problems. It's fast, comfy, runs VERY smooth. My seat never gets hot. All in all, I think people are holding it to the standard of what it COULD be, not what it SHOULD be. When you're comparing a naked street bike to an R6 or a GSX1000R, of course it's gonna pale in comparison, you're talking about completely different kinds of bikes! To conclude I'll say this. I have no buyers remorse, and I plan on riding Ducati monsters for a LONG time. Show less

I have only just ran in my 620, although the power and the v-twin roar brings a big smile to my face. The handling is precise and gives plenty of confidence. All in all it is the best bike I have riden to date!! Well worth the extra cash! Show less

Having owned a 748 before the 749s, and having some track time on a 998 I'd have to say it's def. Everything the 748 was and more. improved in ease of turn-in, power delivery is better. only complaint is lack of power compared to the big brother... Of course that is expected. Hopefully sprocket change will give me what I need. Show less

I have owned the entire range of Ducati and this is my favorite. I have owned a 2001 900M then a new 1999 900SS and now the 749S. The 749S suspension is much more friendly like the monster. The 749S engine isn't as torquey as the 900SS and that makes the throttle easy to control. I only wish I didn't have to ride on the East coast because the weather here bites. Show less

This motorcycle is absolutely amazing. The low-end and midrange performance is phenomenal and the high-end is excellent. The sound of these air-cooled Ducatis is without equal. This is the best semi-sport motorcycle ever produced and, in my opinion, is the most beautiful motorcycle every created. Show less

Buy it .You will love it .Put pipes and ecm and air clnr,92-94hp @ ams dyno.I bought s4 and the DS will hang to 9000rpm.Turns great.I am 6"3 and 2#@ and I can ride it all day,sargent seat is better. Do yourself a favor, buy a properly sized ohlins rear 4 your weight and go terrorize your sportbike buddies,I love the motor so much I am buying a multistrada. Trading my supertrick 1800 mile s4, ouch.The things we do 4 love. Show less

I'm 6'3", 240lbs. This bike fits like a glove. The adjustable pegs help. I went with the Biposto so my tank does not move that 20mm. I don't need it. Would have given it 5 stars but I road the 999 and I have to have it. Dont get me wrong this bike pulls my 240 pounds around with no problem! Show less

I live in the best place in the world to own a motorcycle. We have canyons that take your breath away. As an ex-New Yorker, the weather alone could put you in Nirvana, but throw in a 2003 Yellow 999 and my life is truly bliss. I walked into the Ducati dealership and after a 10 minute test ride I wrote the check. Compared to the earlier Ducati superbikes, the 999 is a couch. Ergonomically it is much easier on the wrists and lower back.In 3 weeks I have put on 2000 miles. It starts every time and has given me ABSOLUTELY no problems.The handling is confidence inspiring and after every corner, you realize you could have gone faster. The motor seems to never run out of power. I actually commute to work on it because I couldn't stand to not start my day with it. I have gotten stuck in typical LA bumper to bumper traffic and although it gets hot, it never misses a beat. I am able to cut through the canyons at high rates of speed with complete confidence. When I ride with my friends on other sportbikes, they have trouble staying with me. Not because of sheer power, but the level of refinement in the handling and power application. There is nothing like a 999! Show less

While I actually do not own this bike I have ridden my friends bike numerous times as we swap bikes often while riding. Compared to the 750 Monster my wife owned this one is more stable, the engine is smoother and still just as agile. I was pleasantly surprised. I am taking possession of the Multistrada which has the same motor so it should be one hell of a bike. Show less

I just got the bike about a month ago and haven't quite finished the break-in period yet. Great power, and the handling is better than anything I have ridden. It is a little heavier than the Japanese 600's, but once underway, you never notice. don't listen to the magazine reviews about the styling. My red monoposto gets looks and rave reviews everywhere I ride. The only problem I have had so far is trying to stay under the 6000 rpm break-in rev limit! This bike rocks! Show less