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Originally Posted by Sumaspikey
Hi all! Newbie alert!! 
I've just purchased my first big bike, namely a 600ss with 37k on an M plate. Its a great looking bike and is gona take some getting used to! I am' however, having a few issues. They are issues i should really take up with the shop i bought it from, but it was a trade sale and sold as seen.
Firstly, the clutch slips under load at high revs. It almost catches me by surprise when it happens as its pretty sudden.
Secondly, there is a white liquid smear on the inside on the oil level glass. What could this be?
Thirdly, the engine seems unusually loud/tappy. Its a very metallic sound and does not stop when the clutch lever is pulled in. The tapping does however seem less noticable once taken up off idle to a fast idle. Could this be tappets?
Thats it for now i think!  i hope!
Any help greatly appreciated! |
Although I can't offer you any more advice than you've already received, I hope you get it sorted.
Ironically I was waiting for better photos from the dealer before having a look in person
DUCATI 600SS, SUPERSPORT, { NO P/X NOT ALLOWED R WE } on eBay, also, Ducati, Motorcycles Scooters, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 31-Mar-08 06:14:30 BST) and you beat me to it (was considering it as a project bike).
I'd appreciate it if you'd keep us updated in case I find another one.
dooglex has just recently bought one in the Coventry/Warwick area, so you may want to comapre notes if you're near each other.
Good luck!