eh it's the priciest among the 2A streetfighters... parts are
pricey too... the thing i don't like about the bike is that only
the 2002 model comes with a tacho.. but according to a review
rider, the engine pulls very well along the whole powerband. nice
relaxed riding with an attitude i'll say.. the trellis frame really
looks cool. servicing-wise, it's carburetted, so it shouldn't be
that bad compared to the other streetfighters. i'm not sure if the
monster 400 has a dry clutch, the larger track ducatis do... but
one point to note is that it uses dual desmodromic valves per
cylinder.. so.. when you set your clearances for every 10,000km,
you're gonna need a guy with the proper knowledge and specialized
tools for the job. happen to know of one, but his business good
until he no time to service my bike.. 
shall stop recommending him to people liao... 
anyway it's really up to your friend lor.. practicality, or that
something extra... if i can afford one, at the expense of making my
pocket tighter than if i bought let's say a bandit, i'll still go
for a monster anyday.. it's an undescribable feeling when you plant
yourself on the seat of an italian bike... 
