I used to own a Ducati but it broke down so often I spent more time wrenching on it than riding it. Still, I love v-twins so I bought a Japanese twin and promptly replaced just about every thing on it save the motor internals and frame. I have to admit, though, I still think about the Italian from time to time! I also love mountain biking and own a Moots YBB and Ventana X-5 for hitting the trails. Nothing clears the mind of all non-essentials like racing down a mountain, trying to avoid trees, except, perhaps, hitting a tree. ;)