My Ducati Build

Before and after tank

First ever start after new key registration . Find local guy that works with such things. 300euros. Did not needed to change key lock and speedometer. Got two new keys that is connected to origina…Read all

Assessing the heavy lifting on the front end. The right handlebar is completely detached and hanging by the cables, and the brake lever is toast. Despite the missing headlight and cluster, the Ohlins …Read all

Finishing up the timing belt inspection and marking the pulleys for alignment. The desmodromic system is a work of art. I'm making sure those tensioners are dialed in perfectly before I button the eng…Read all

Time to dive into the Testastretta engine. I pulled the covers to check the timing belts and the vertical cylinder head. Everything looks surprisingly clean inside with no wear on the cam lobes, which…Read all

Taking a closer look at the fuel tank damage. There are some deep abrasions and a significant dent right near the Ducati logo. I've got the filler cap open now to see if I can salvage the lock cylinde…Read all

Just got my 2016 Ducati Monster 1200R from the auction. It came with no key, so I'm starting by inspecting the ignition switch assembly and the tank lock. The bike has some battle scars on the red fue…Read all