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After writing my article on Benelli’s TNT Cafe Racer I was interested to see what other Modern, non-classic style bikes would make a good base for a custom Cafe Racer build. Obviously if you really wanted to you could build a cafe racer inspired machine out of just about anything but I like naked bikes so that would instantly cut my choices down by about three quarters. Ultimately this decision would also make a build a little easier as full fairing bikes tend to be a little messy under their plastic exteriors with lots of wiring and ugly frame work so you would need to spend hours and hours figuring out where to hide it all. Next came price and performance and one particular bike shone out above the rest, The Ducati Monster.
One of the most desireable things about a Monster based Cafe Racer for me is the fact that there are literally hundreds of custom parts available because of it’s massive popularity. So creating a one of a kind reincarnation is easily achievable. Also by purchasing a Monster you are joining a huge global community of Monster riders who have started clubs and online communities you can access for tips, inspiration or club related activities. Here’s a few links to clubs and enthusiast sites I found…
Ducatimonster.org – Huge! Great resource of links, custom product reviews, DIY information, tuning tips and an inspirational featured bike section that showcases members Custom Monster creations.
UKMOC.co.uk – UK Monster Owners club. Nice Gallery area with heaps of modified Monsters .
ducatimonsterclub.it – Ducati Monster Club Italy (in Italian)
ducati.com – Ducati supply many upgrade or custom parts for the Monster but you’re going to be paying top dollar.
ducatimonstershop.com – devoted to all things Ducati Monster, once again quite a pricing store.
thetankshop.com/ – If you want to go as far as getting a custom tank these guys can help and willeven design to your specifications.
ducatistore.co.uk – All things Ducati in the UK. Huge range of parts for all Ducati bikes.
Corbin Seats – Top quality seats from the US. 2 different models made specifically for Ducati Monsters.
Here’s a few tasty looking Monster’s to get you excited.