Spring Voodoo

How I start the Ducati Monster:

Push the start button.

How Nick coaxes the Ducati 900 Supersport to life:

Charge battery.
Fill tank with fresh fuel.
Wire brush spark plugs.
Become Catholic.
Confess.
Kneel facing Bologna.
Drink three espressos, heavily sugared.
Say three Hail Marys.
Hold breath.
Hit the start button.
Listen carefully for signs of bogging down or flooding while on the choke.
Switch off choke and finesse the throttle for a minute until it holds a steady idle.
Ride, ride, ride and get seriously depressed when it’s time to stop!

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