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Ducati Desmoquattro Twins: 851, 888, 916, 996, 998, ST4 - 1988 to 2004 (The Essential Buyer's Guide) Paperback – May 21, 2019

by Ian Falloon (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 36 ratings
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Here is a book packed with good advice on how to find and maintain a Desmoquattro twin Ducati. From running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation – Ducati Desmoquattro Twins shows you exactly what to look for when examining a potential Ducati Desmoquattro purchase. Along with a detailed description of all the individual models, there is a comprehensive condition checklist and guide, plus photos of key areas to check and foibles to be aware of. Also includes info on key specifications and useful upgrades that will enable one of these classic machines to be used on a regular basis, and a guide to the market and value – everything you need to buy the Desmoquattro of your dreams. Ian Falloon has 40 years of experience with Ducati, and has written several books covering the Desmoquattro models. He has owned several examples of this bike, and in his role as a motorcycle journalist attended the press launches for many of the models covered in this book. Ian's close association with the factory, and personal association with many of the engineers involved, has given him an invaluable insight into the Desmoquattros' development.

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    64 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Veloce Publishing Ltd
  4. Publication date
    May 21, 2019
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.5 x 7.7 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1787114724
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1787114722
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Ian Falloon was born in New Zealand and studied engineering and music at Victoria University, Wellington. After a motorcycle accident brought an end to his career as a symphony orchestra oboist, he began writing articles about motorcycles for magazines including Classic Bike, Cycle World, Motorcyclist, Two Wheels, Motorcycle Sport, and Australian Motorcycle News. His first book, The Ducati Story, has run to several editions and has been published in three languages. The success of The Ducati Story led to a series of Ducati books and histories of Honda, Kawasaki, BMW, and Moto Guzzi motorcycles including Motorbooks titles The Complete Book of Ducati, The Complete Book of Moto Guzzi, The Complete Book of Triumph Motorcycles, and The Art of Ducati. With an interest and passion spanning decades, Ian now concentrates on collecting and restoring older Italian motorcycles, particularly Ducati, MV Agusta, Laverda, and Moto Guzzi. He lives in Melbourne, Australia, and is ably supported in his projects by his family.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Veloce Publishing Ltd (May 21, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1787114724
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1787114722
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.5 x 7.7 inches
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4.7 out of 5 stars
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S. OLEARY
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is exactly what it states it is.
Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2017
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This book is exactly what it states it is. A buyers guide to the timeless classic Tamburini designed desmoquattro. Filled excellent photography and model facts it's worth it to have around if just for reference. As for usefulness as a buyers guide, it is with regard to model identification and what features should be present. That stated, the rest is basic mechanicals one would, or should be checking anyway when buying a used motorcycle. Also, there are maintenance records to consider that the book goes over. This shouldn't be your only guide to buying a previously owned Ducati, but is definitely worth a consult before hand. I got just as a useful reference to go along with some others as "coffee table" books.
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Brasiliano
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on the post bevel early Ducati four valve ...
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2015
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Excellent book on the post bevel early Ducati four valve twins. Gives information about the strengths and weaknesses of the different models as well as some racing history and information. Good reference book or again just for plain ole enjoyment reading. Actually this is the second one I bought, the first being lost in a fire.
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Leon Isaacs
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2015
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Good read with valuable information. Not sure I understand their '%' ratings of the motorcycles though.
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Spiros Floros
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reference book
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2014
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Found it to be very informative, easy to read and to the point. Would recommend it to anyone starting out.
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james oliff
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth it.
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2013
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Great pocket reference guide. Read it. Take it along when you are considering a used Ducati. It is worth every penny.
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Tony Stephen
3.0 out of 5 stars High level info but expected more for the price
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2014
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High level info but leaves you dissapointed would have expected more for the price as the author seems to have such a reputation with these publications.
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PYBAROT MARC
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2015
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GOOD BOOK FOR THE PRICE WITH QUITE A FEW GOOD TECH TIPS
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Skeat1960
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Ducati Motorcycles
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 23, 2023
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Motorcycle port.
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steve
3.0 out of 5 stars 10x more info could easily be found on the Ducati forms with a few ...
Reviewed in Canada on March 3, 2016
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A little expensive for a 6x8" book. Contains lots of general information that can be applied to any make of motorcycle as well..
10x more info could easily be found on the Ducati forms with a few simple key strokes. Who puts these books together for this guy?
It gets 3 stars only because of the shiny Ducati pictures inside.
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Jerome J.
4.0 out of 5 stars livre ducati à ajouter à sa collection
Reviewed in France on June 4, 2016
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Petit fascicule dans la langue de Mike Hailwood mais très complet. A traduire !
Trop fort ce Ian Falloon. Dommage que l'on ait pas un auteur de cette qualité en France
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Giovanni
5.0 out of 5 stars Utile manualetto in inglese
Reviewed in Italy on December 3, 2014
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Questo è un manuale semplice e completo che tutti i possessori di un desmo 4 dovrebbero avere.
In questo testo vengono presentate tutta una serie di cose che occorre controllare in un "pompone" Ducati.
Secondo me tutto ciò che è consigliato per un desmo 4 è valido anche per un desmo 2 e in parte anche per i motori più nuovi; in sintesi è un libro che tutti i possessori di una Ducati dovrebbero avere.
Non è in italiano ma il testo è di semplice traduzione ed è un buon esercizio per tenersi allenati con l'inglese.
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Giampaolo G.
5.0 out of 5 stars Piccolo, pratico ed economico.
Reviewed in Italy on December 21, 2019
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Una sorta di Vademecum per i neofiti ma anche per i più esperti che desiderano approfondire pregi e difetti della Tamburini.
Spedizione impeccabile.
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