Having no success at selling the Hypermotard this summer, I decided to trade it in. I looked at several options like a Ducati Sport 1000, Triumph Street Triple and even the Suzuki Bandit 1200n. Eventually something completely different came on offer and I didn't hesitate to make the deal.
I present to you…
As you can see from the options of bikes I looked at I didn't expect to get this bike in the first place. But I'm very happy I did; What a machine.
Unfortunately I haven't had the chance to really take it for a spin. The weather just wasn't cooperating. So next season I'm hoping to have a blast getting to know this bike. That isn't to say I'm already enjoying this motorcycle. It's a joy to look at, a beautiful thing to behold. The stance with the low front end and the pointy high rear is really aggressive yet with a certain amount of elegance to it. The Italians sure know how to design a motorcycle. As with every Ducati there are also many things you can bolt on as aftermarket parts. And I'm already looking into things to modify. It's like an addiction… …only more expensive.
As said I didn't have the chance to really explore the characteristics of this 848 EVO. But what I can say that this is a whole different motorcycle than the Monster 1100 or the Hypermotard. Not only the seating position but also the engine and it's power delivery. I didn't expect such a difference between a 2-valve Ducati and a 4-valve Ducati. This is something I have to explore further next season. For now the bikes are nicely tucked away in the garage waiting for spring 2014. I can't wait.
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