Riding the Classic 1000 SS Ducati
If you've ever spent five minutes standing next to a 1000 ss ducati while it's idling, you know exactly what that dry clutch sounds like. It's a rhythmic, metallic clatter that sounds a bit like a bucket of bolts being shaken vigorously, but to anyone who loves Italian bikes, it's absolute music. This isn't a motorcycle for people who want a smooth, sanitized, or "polite" riding experience. It's loud, it's grumpy at low speeds, and it's arguably one of the most honest sportbikes Ducati ever rolled out of the Bologna factory. ...