[DJKham]

Don't think it was "plug and play" as they say. I'm sure wires needed stripped back etc etc.

Actually, it is literally plug n play. Plugs into the diagnostics port under your seat and reads directly from the ECU. There is a slight delay between shifting and the reaction of the display but it works quite well and should set you back around $150.

Here's what it looks like in action (red display on the right side of dash):

 

[DJKham]

So it's NOT plug and play, can't possibly be if you need to cut into a cable, clip or no clip that power wire has been damaged and you can bet your last pound Ducati will use that as an excuse if there are any electrical issues

That's inaccurate. IF you did happen to have an electrical problem, you could disconnect the cables in 1 minute flat and Ducati would never know it was ever on the bike. Don't let the power lead "clip" dissuade you if you're interested in the GI pro.

Also, my history with Ducati relating to warranty issues has been very positive and it would be a very extreme measure for them to deny warranty based on a gear indicator (unless you butchered something in the install). Again, this is very much dependent on the dealer you have as your conduit to Ducati.