I have a nice EVO in the garage with a spun rod bearing, less than 10k on it. Seems to be a common issue... pay attention to your oil and perhaps change it frequently.
what txt is on the display when you key on.
I believe it should say 848 EVO
You can flash with a bunch of different maps or change the display if you want.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1rnImp2Ghs
It's not a "ducati mistake", its for parking lights. Don't most/all bikes have this? Any bike I owned did.
Yeah I found my Duc turns into P a little too easily past lock, so it's something I'm always cautious of. I usually check my tail light after parking just to be sure.
* Might want to look at a more comfortable seat, I found mine like riding around on a sandwich board. Picked up a Sargent seat and couldn't be happier
* Tech spec tank pads are great if you need more grip for your legs
Also remember that 848 has wet clutch so don't go putting on an open clutch cover
Thanks for all the replies guys it's giving me a sigh of relief.
I think I am going to take the bike to either a seasoned ducati mechanic or the dealership just to do a run around, might cost a bit but I don't mind.
Update, my mechanic said it will safety, tires are close to new, brakes are close to new and no problems from a safety perspective.
He also told me the ECU was flashed to Ducati Performance, whatever that map is, sounds better than stock.
First ducati mistake: Theres a "P" (park) on the ignition you can turn the key into...it's not off. I usually turn the key to lock and didn't even know there was a "P". My mechanic asked me why i left my bike on since the lights were still on.
Oh and heres a picture, I think I am going to give it a full wash, clean, lube. Going to have to research the best soaps, oil remover, lube, etc. I saw some on the sites someone mentioned earlier.
They're the same ECU just different maps flashed into them. Ducati included a new ECU with the slipons as part of the performance package but in essence its the same ECU with a different map.Your ECU was not "flashed". Its a whole new ecu with upgraded map that is swapped for the old ecu unit ,and that comes with the termigioni kit, as well as an air filter. At least that is how it is on my monster 796, have the old ecu in my basement collecting dust.
I don't think he asked advice on what CC bike to buy - Maybe I missed itYou have 2 posts and dont know much about bikes, how long have you been riding man? If the answer is not long, why you looking at ducatis and R1s?
If your new, i would look at something else
Thanks for all the replies guys it's giving me a sigh of relief.
I think I am going to take the bike to either a seasoned ducati mechanic or the dealership just to do a run around, might cost a bit but I don't mind.
Update, my mechanic said it will safety, tires are close to new, brakes are close to new and no problems from a safety perspective.
He also told me the ECU was flashed to Ducati Performance, whatever that map is, sounds better than stock.
First ducati mistake: Theres a "P" (park) on the ignition you can turn the key into...it's not off. I usually turn the key to lock and didn't even know there was a "P". My mechanic asked me why i left my bike on since the lights were still on.
Oh and heres a picture, I think I am going to give it a full wash, clean, lube. Going to have to research the best soaps, oil remover, lube, etc. I saw some on the sites someone mentioned earlier.
Also to any one with an 848 or knowledge of any mods that are common on the 848? I read the suspension is super stiff and it's common to get an aftermarket spring to fix that. Also need a new sticker tank pad grip, he told me his was falling off a bit
Thanks for all the posts guys! Appreciate the love!
Also...the bike has no gas gauge, kinda sucks but it's whatever, it has a gas indicator.
The clutch is really stiff, i might get a clutch slave to make it easier to pull.
Nice to know about the plug in the trunk, I don't think i'll use it though.
You'd be surprised how quick you get used to a heavy clutch, ride it for a bit before you swap parts