Updated Mar 2, 2023 ...
Stephen Christena
Listen in as we discuss DRZ slide carbs, selling your Ducati and Chicago's Arc Academy welding school. Music by Andre Louis. Download our feed here.
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The Gist
You'll soon be able to voice-record your tips, tricks, tutorials and stories directly into your web browser. We'll then transcribe the audio into a published article! Video submissions are also welcome, for which we'll write supporting text (great if you monetize on AdSense).
Interested in a 2012, 20th anniversary edition of the Ducati Monster 796? Well, we know someone who's looking to unload theirs. Offer the right price and it could be yours!
Guest Interview
This month's interview features Stephen Christena, a skilled craftsman who's degree in metal sculpture led to the successful and highly rated Arc Academy welding school in Chicago, Illinois. If you enjoy his segment on our podcast (and we know you will), check out his book, Learn to Weld, available in both hard cover and digital versions. Then do yourself a favor and signup up for one of his classes (or check out their video courses).
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Coming Soon: You'll be able to voice-record your tips, tricks, tutorials and stories directly into your web browser. We'll then transcribe the audio into a published article! Video submissions are also welcome, for which we'll write supporting text (great if you monetize on AdSense).
Noteworthy Articles
Listener Questions
"Abby" of Chicago, Illinois asks: What price should I sell my 2012 Ducati Monster 796 for if I want to sell it fast without taking a big loss?
Our response: First, find a dealership you're comfortable working with and get their trade-in value on the bike. That figure marks your rock bottom "last resort" should you not get any bites. Next, collect eight more price figures via three specific sources ...
1) The high/low price from Kelly Blue Book
2) Three prices on Craigslist which best reflect the condition of your bike
3) Repeat step 2 but use ebay instead of C-List
Now enter each figure you've collected onto a separate line and use this calculator to average them against one another. The resulting number is worth considering, the lowest value being your "floor". We're confident it'll get snatched up either by a collector or a respectful buyer.
Should you have any motorcycle-pertinent questions you'd like answered, email them via our contact form or by calling (224) 358-3010.
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