[Photo Feature]: 2011 Ducati Monster 796 - xBhp.com : The Global Indian Biking Community

kallan19 · 05-01-2011, 12:18 PM

Hi guys,

I've been following Xbhp for quite sometime now. Lot's have changed and lot's has yet to change and by change I don't mean webcode. I mean attitude. Before I go on, a few words about my biking past to put things in perspective. I started on a regular commuter by LML. Moved on to a 2005 Hyosung Comet GT 250. And now ride a 2011 Ducati Monster 796.
I've been getting all kinds of strange public feedback from the days of riding the Comet on the streets of bombay. A lot of positive interest and a lot of rubbish negativity. I personally love the concept of riding a bike and particularly encourage riding better quality bikes. Not to mean that the regular commuters are bad in anyway. They serve a purpose and will always be a great source of convenience to a lot. I started on one and will always respect this form of transport. I would like to point out the absurd extremes of admiration and hate among bikers around. I used to love watching a Comet go by when I was out on my Comet. I love looking at Harleys on the same road, as I ride my 796. I feel a lot of admiration and attention from quite a few bikers on the mean streets of bombay but also get that mean touch of envy from some commuters. I have this theory about any kind of possession. I was a regular guy before I bought the Comet. I suddenly changed when I started riding the 250GT. A strange sense of arrogance creeping in. As if I own the road. Did I own the road? In hindsight, far from it. The concept owned me. The concept of this rebellious biking culture and the power between by legs which allows me to take on any other commuter class vehicle was far from wise and mature. It's a concept which every person here might relate with. I have observed a strange arrogance in certain people about owning certain things. May it be a car or a bike or any such worldly possessions. Just because we payed and bought a high quality motorcycle, doesn't mean we actually own it. There is no need to have this vague arrogance about it. If anything, it means to be humbled in the presence of such a skillfully made machine and be inspired by it workmanship. These machines stand for something to me. Uncompromising quality. I believe such a trait exists in local companies too. Its just years behind in development. I hate talking shit about Indian companies. It's not cool anymore. I have reached an age where I have realized how much we all are part of the problem.
Anyway, my point is, the next time you see a fellow biker, smile. Wave your hand. Share a positive mature conversation. **** the lame talk of maintainence and mileage. Talk about ride quality. Feelings. Safety. Helmets, gloves, boots. Stuff that matter. And if you see me on the road, smile at me and wave. Your love will be reciprocated. I promise

SKSy_Biker · 05-01-2011, 03:24 PM

Thread approved

motormania · 05-01-2011, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kallan19

I suddenly changed when I started riding the 250GT. A strange sense of arrogance creeping in. As if I own the road. Did I own the road? In hindsight, far from it. The concept owned me. The concept of this rebellious biking culture and the power between by legs which allows me to take on any other commuter class vehicle was far from wise and mature.

Absolutely spot on mate. Its strange how I went through a similar chain of thoughts but could never really put it down in words. Congrats on the purchase. Ride safe.

speedemon · 05-01-2011, 03:52 PM

Hello mate, nice to see your pictures, especially with an amazing motorcycle like the Monster 796!
How long have you owned this awesome machine? Would really like your comments on the ownership experience and the after-sales service in Mumbai!
Enjoy your purchase and wishing you many million miles of safe riding!

rakshit rana · 05-01-2011, 05:40 PM

congrats on the monster mate.you got a beauty there & yes a machine develops a different attitude & the strange sense you are talking about..congrats once again

Quad Master · 05-01-2011, 07:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kallan19

I was a regular guy before I bought the Comet. I suddenly changed when I started riding the 250GT. A strange sense of arrogance creeping in. As if I own the road. Did I own the road? In hindsight, far from it. The concept owned me. The concept of this rebellious biking culture and the power between by legs which allows me to take on any other commuter class vehicle was far from wise and mature. It's a concept which every person here might relate with. I have observed a strange arrogance in certain people about owning certain things. May it be a car or a bike or any such worldly possessions. Just because we payed and bought a high quality motorcycle, doesn't mean we actually own it. There is no need to have this vague arrogance about it. If anything, it means to be humbled in the presence of such a skillfully made machine and be inspired by it workmanship.

Anyway, my point is, the next time you see a fellow biker, smile. Wave your hand. Share a positive mature conversation. **** the lame talk of maintainence and mileage. Talk about ride quality. Feelings. Safety. Helmets, gloves, boots. Stuff that matter. And if you see me on the road, smile at me and wave. Your love will be reciprocated. I promise

Well said my friend , and congrats on a great ride.

Will surely wave if i happen to come to bandra on some weekend and find a Ducati 796 Rider.

kinshuk.arya · 05-01-2011, 08:02 PM

well written and nice thoughts..... you are talking about a comet GT250R come to rajasthan and see people OWN the road on 100c.c. bikes.....

waiting for more pics....

aman_pulsating · 05-01-2011, 08:39 PM

thoughtful words, and..... droool maal!

Justme · 05-01-2011, 09:07 PM

Well said mate... nice to see mature comments on xbhp... ride on..

satyenpoojary · 05-02-2011, 11:08 AM

Havent met you yet on the road, but do buy your point.
Even some of my friends find me weird when I give a 'thumbs up' to a vehicle which allows me to pass ahead, and even when I patiently answer strangers questions about riding gear and thier need!

So if you find a weirdo on a white souped RTR or a R15 waving, dont panic, its just me

05-01-2011, 12:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
kallan19 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Bandra west Posts: 128	2011 Ducati Monster 796 Hi guys, I've been following Xbhp for quite sometime now. Lot's have changed and lot's has yet to change and by change I don't mean webcode. I mean attitude. Before I go on, a few words about my biking past to put things in perspective. I started on a regular commuter by LML. Moved on to a 2005 Hyosung Comet GT 250. And now ride a 2011 Ducati Monster 796. I've been getting all kinds of strange public feedback from the days of riding the Comet on the streets of bombay. A lot of positive interest and a lot of rubbish negativity. I personally love the concept of riding a bike and particularly encourage riding better quality bikes. Not to mean that the regular commuters are bad in anyway. They serve a purpose and will always be a great source of convenience to a lot. I started on one and will always respect this form of transport. I would like to point out the absurd extremes of admiration and hate among bikers around. I used to love watching a Comet go by when I was out on my Comet. I love looking at Harleys on the same road, as I ride my 796. I feel a lot of admiration and attention from quite a few bikers on the mean streets of bombay but also get that mean touch of envy from some commuters. I have this theory about any kind of possession. I was a regular guy before I bought the Comet. I suddenly changed when I started riding the 250GT. A strange sense of arrogance creeping in. As if I own the road. Did I own the road? In hindsight, far from it. The concept owned me. The concept of this rebellious biking culture and the power between by legs which allows me to take on any other commuter class vehicle was far from wise and mature. It's a concept which every person here might relate with. I have observed a strange arrogance in certain people about owning certain things. May it be a car or a bike or any such worldly possessions. Just because we payed and bought a high quality motorcycle, doesn't mean we actually own it. There is no need to have this vague arrogance about it. If anything, it means to be humbled in the presence of such a skillfully made machine and be inspired by it workmanship. These machines stand for something to me. Uncompromising quality. I believe such a trait exists in local companies too. Its just years behind in development. I hate talking shit about Indian companies. It's not cool anymore. I have reached an age where I have realized how much we all are part of the problem. Anyway, my point is, the next time you see a fellow biker, smile. Wave your hand. Share a positive mature conversation. **** the lame talk of maintainence and mileage. Talk about ride quality. Feelings. Safety. Helmets, gloves, boots. Stuff that matter. And if you see me on the road, smile at me and wave. Your love will be reciprocated. I promise Attached Thumbnails

05-01-2011, 03:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
speedemon Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 44	nice ride.. Hello mate, nice to see your pictures, especially with an amazing motorcycle like the Monster 796! How long have you owned this awesome machine? Would really like your comments on the ownership experience and the after-sales service in Mumbai! Enjoy your purchase and wishing you many million miles of safe riding!

05-01-2011, 08:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
kinshuk.arya The Tornado Rider Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kota, Pune Posts: 1,707	well written and nice thoughts..... you are talking about a comet GT250R come to rajasthan and see people OWN the road on 100c.c. bikes..... waiting for more pics.... __________________ RIP VINU.... May you get the bike and ride of your dreams in heaven..... My Gallery: http://www.500px.com/kinshuk_arya My Dream: 168mph + 998cc + 150bhp Fz headlight with p220 PROJECTOR setup for sale. PM me for details. for pics (http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?s...0533996&type=1)

05-01-2011, 08:39 PM	#8 (permalink)
aman_pulsating Be Anything But Obvious Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Dwarka, New Delhi Posts: 557	thoughtful words, and..... droool maal! __________________ \| Judging a bike by a cubic capacity yardstick is like judging a female by her bra size \| My Leh 2010 Photo Log My GQ 2010-11 Photo Log

05-02-2011, 11:08 AM	#10 (permalink)
satyenpoojary Sports CommuTOURer Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: On road Posts: 6,469	Havent met you yet on the road, but do buy your point. Even some of my friends find me weird when I give a 'thumbs up' to a vehicle which allows me to pass ahead, and even when I patiently answer strangers questions about riding gear and thier need! So if you find a weirdo on a white souped RTR or a R15 waving, dont panic, its just me __________________ Super CommuTOURer™ - Talk less, Ride more *.: Facebook :.\|.: iTweet :.\|Do Not Click!\|I* follow PowerToTheRider:. #Give thy opinion, write em, dont throw em #Everyone errs, accept it, defending/cribbing about it only makes it worse #Dont defend a manufacturer as if you work for them #Write. Think. If relevant hit submit. If not hit yourself #Be kind in your choice of words, you never know who would make you gulp em ™ Satyen Poojary

05-01-2011, 03:24 PM	#2 (permalink)
SKSy_Biker Moderator Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Singapore Posts: 804	Thread approved

05-01-2011, 05:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
rakshit rana member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: CH/PB/JK/HR Posts: 342	congrats on the monster mate.you got a beauty there & yes a machine develops a different attitude & the strange sense you are talking about..congrats once again

05-01-2011, 09:07 PM	#9 (permalink)
Justme Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Udaipur Posts: 26	Well said mate... nice to see mature comments on xbhp... ride on..

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