texas911

Thinking of getting the 696. Thanks.

Tuscany964

What do you want to know?

I've had several Ducatis and would not hesitate getting a Monster if I were looking for that type of bike. The 696 is fine if you aren't a very experienced rider but I'd go for an 1100 or a used 1000. The torque of the air cooled 2v twins is addictive much in the same way as an air cooled flat six.

nota_troll

I've never had a Monster but I've had a 900SS and a 996S track bike.

The 696 seems a good bike although I haven't kept up with them in a while. With 80hp it's plenty of poke for Houston. For performance bikes I look at the suspension more than the motor because it makes all the difference in the world, IMO.

I think they have been getting really solid reviews.

servalx

I have a 2007 S4R. Spectacular. I can't think of any motorcycle that combines raw power with such handling finesse. Braking is superb and the dry clutch sound will put a smile on your face at every light. I love the aesthetics of a naked bike and the monster is the original. Very reliable if you strictly adhere to the maintenance schedule.

servalx

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911ist

to me, sport classics are the way to go but that's neither here or there...but unless you are a beginner, you will grow out of the 696 really quick.

Ocean Blue C2S

I only wish!

Bert

fixedgame

I only had experience with 900 super light but love Ducati's V-twin engine. The Monster is a very cool bike and I wouldn't worry too much about engine displacement and HP.... 700cc is plenty.

CarmG993

Had a M750. Was a blast. Not the fastest bike, but a carver. Got many compliments.

2Many Cars

Fixedgame - what did you think of the superlight? That's one of those "I've always wanted to own one" things for me.

JDHertz11

I'd stay away from a small displacement Ducati. You WILL get tired of it and eventually want a bigger bike. The small displacement Duc's have poor resale values compared to the larger ones. You can probably buy a one or two year old big bike for the same price as a new 696. My next bike purchase will be a Paul Smart replica (1000cc cafe racer look).....

Van1

I'm casually trying to sell my Ducati ST2. I know it's not a Monster but a great bike if you value utility. Plus it has plenty of power.

https://rennlist.com/forums/for-sale...ucati-st2.html

Mike

SinVancouver

Always been a Duc fan.. but these really get me going..

http://www.wrenchmonkees.com/bikes.html

FisterD

A friend let me ride his the other day. Not a monster, but a great bike non-the -less. I love Ducatis! Plus, they look great with 993s.

kalex993

I agree...Check my Avatar..Multistrada..