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Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 10-Sep-2012, 17:23
Replies: 2
Views: 4,247
Posted By benF04
Attempted Robbery at Ducati Croydon

Im not sure if this the right place to post this but a few scumbags tried to walk out of Ducati Croydon with a couple of Panigales.

Have a look at this.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtdN5L0x5B4
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 07-Sep-2012, 16:50
Replies: 2
Views: 3,711
Posted By benF04
Where to get Ohlins Preload adjustment tool

Hi All,
Does anyone know where I can get hold of the C-Spanner for adjusting the rear shock pre-load on a Tricolore? Ive been to Harris Performance who are a main Ohlins dealer but they dont have...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 20-Aug-2012, 10:17
Replies: 6
Views: 4,555
Posted By benF04
Thanks for the tip - its going in on the 10th...

Thanks for the tip - its going in on the 10th Sept for the warranty work so I'll get them to check the pump out whilst its in.

Cheers,
Ben
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 10-Aug-2012, 11:16
Replies: 4
Views: 6,472
Posted By benF04
I tried to get in but its full. I've booked the...

I tried to get in but its full. I've booked the Sept 19th date instead, fingers crossed for an Indian summer and that the bike passes the noise test!
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 10-Aug-2012, 10:22
Replies: 1
Views: 2,102
Posted By benF04
Would love to but Im out early doors on Saturday...

Would love to but Im out early doors on Saturday morning for some 'testing' and then unfortunately Im up against it the rest of the with the decorating... family coming for the bank holiday...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 09-Aug-2012, 10:11
Replies: 3
Views: 2,159
Posted By benF04
Brilliant, thank you very much.

Brilliant, thank you very much.
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 08-Aug-2012, 16:26
Replies: 3
Views: 2,159
Posted By benF04
Good roads in East Herts / Essex?

Hello All,
Can anyone recommend some nice roads in the East Herts / Essex / Cambs area? I know the Buntingford / Baldock A505 road but am wondering if there are any other hidden...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 07-Aug-2012, 11:33
Replies: 3
Views: 3,295
Posted By benF04
Another Recall

I spoke to my dealer yesterday about an unrelated issue and he mentioned that recall letters are going to be sent out soon..

New washers on the steering damper and check torque setting on mount...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 06-Aug-2012, 09:44
Replies: 6
Views: 4,555
Posted By benF04
I think you are running the full system? If so,...

I think you are running the full system? If so, then yes, there is a big hole in the fuelling between 4-5K rpm and if you hold the bike on a constant throttle in that range it feels awful. Apparently...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 01-Aug-2012, 11:15
Replies: 4
Views: 3,289
Posted By benF04
Where did you get that done?

Where did you get that done?
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 31-Jul-2012, 09:14
Replies: 8
Views: 5,634
Posted By benF04
'by the way have you had any problems with your...

'by the way have you had any problems with your footpegs or sidestand ?'

Yep, the footpegs are about as grippy as a teflon coated frying pan, especially when wet and not that great in the dry...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 30-Jul-2012, 21:23
Replies: 4
Views: 3,289
Posted By benF04
DP Race Seat - side profile

Hello All,
Attached is a side picture of the DP Race Seat fitted to my bike. I think its a huge improvement in comfort and grip over the original one but it does make you site a bit higher at the...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 30-Jul-2012, 21:07
Replies: 8
Views: 5,634
Posted By benF04
I can only post 5 images at a time, the story...

I can only post 5 images at a time, the story continues..

Step 6: Compare the old and new plastic binnacle covers. The hole and mounts for the GPS receiver are clearly visible

Step7: Mount the GPS...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 30-Jul-2012, 20:52
Replies: 8
Views: 5,634
Posted By benF04
DDA Fitting - pics

Hello All,
As posted below, my DDA kit turned up last week and I fitted it on saturday. I have yet to get out and test it but will provide some screen shots of the info when I have it.

Step 1:...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 27-Jul-2012, 14:52
Replies: 5
Views: 3,227
Posted By benF04
DDA Arrived

The DDA system has arrived. It doesnt look too tricky to fit although requires a fair amount of disassembly of the front fairing and the fitting the new replacement plastic section with the GPS...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 02-Jul-2012, 20:08
Replies: 13
Views: 13,220
Posted By benF04
Pictures uploaded.. first pic is original hanger,...

Pictures uploaded.. first pic is original hanger, second and third are evotech.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 02-Jul-2012, 11:04
Replies: 0
Views: 3,013
Posted By benF04
Full Termi System and DP Race Seat.

Hello All,
My bike has just had the full termi system fitted and I had also ordered a DP Race seat as the original one is just too slippery for me to get on with.

The seat makes a huge...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 02-Jul-2012, 10:50
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
Hello All, The love affair is back on. The...

Hello All,
The love affair is back on. The reset on the handling made a big difference and we are going where we want rather than weaving all over the place. The front is a bit too soft but at...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 02-Jul-2012, 10:45
Replies: 9
Views: 4,679
Posted By benF04
Looks like an excellent trip. There isn't a...

Looks like an excellent trip. There isn't a 'distance remaining' display available as far as I am aware but the display should have come up with the reserve trip distance once it actually went into...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 29-Jun-2012, 10:42
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
I am picking the bike back up today or tomorrow...

I am picking the bike back up today or tomorrow where its been having the full system fitted. I also ordered the race seat as the original one doesn't really offer much in the way of grip.
I did a...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-Jun-2012, 15:18
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
Hi All, Thanks for the info / suggestions, I...

Hi All,
Thanks for the info / suggestions, I will keep you posted.

ps. clocked up 1070 miles now, not too bad considering I'd have been better off buying a canoe in this weather.

Cheers,
Ben
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-Jun-2012, 10:21
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
Lets hope its not that! Im getting plenty of feel...

Lets hope its not that! Im getting plenty of feel from the bike.. it feels like its trying to weave and shake me off. I hope I haven't got one the of the old legendary 'Friday Afternoon' bikes.

Does...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 21-Jun-2012, 09:15
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
Angry The handling woes continue.. the bike feels...

The handling woes continue.. the bike feels almost like its loose in the middle and weaves and moves around all over the place when its lent over, so much so that it/we've run wide on a couple of...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 18-Jun-2012, 09:36
Replies: 15
Views: 5,933
Posted By benF04
Angry Bike weaving at speed - the woe's continue

Hello All,
I was out early on Sunday morning to make the most of the empty(ish) roads and to enjoy some 'spirited' riding and discovered that the bike starts to weave and move around quite a lot...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 15-Jun-2012, 15:01
Replies: 29
Views: 12,221
Posted By benF04
Congratulations, fingers crossed for some dry...

Congratulations, fingers crossed for some dry weather this weekend.

Im getting the full Termi system fitted in a couple of weeks time and can't wait. Do you know if it its louder than a full system...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 14-Jun-2012, 20:32
Replies: 13
Views: 13,220
Posted By benF04
Its on. Nice, easy part to fit. I will post some...

Its on. Nice, easy part to fit. I will post some pics when I have downloaded them and read up on how to do it.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 14-Jun-2012, 09:24
Replies: 13
Views: 13,220
Posted By benF04
EvoTech tail tidy - pics posted

I ordered an evotech tailtidy as the oe numberplate hanger is a bit of a disaster and spoils the back of the bike in my opinion.. The new Evotech part looks like a really well made bit of kit, comes...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 14-Jun-2012, 09:17
Replies: 6
Views: 3,485
Posted By benF04
Hi John, Long time no speak!! Ive pm'd...

Hi John,
Long time no speak!! Ive pm'd you.

Cheers,
Ben
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 14-Jun-2012, 09:16
Replies: 31
Views: 9,575
Posted By benF04
Indeed.. A brilliant deal, they wouldn't even...

Indeed.. A brilliant deal, they wouldn't even quote for the Tricolore.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 13-Jun-2012, 09:24
Replies: 4
Views: 5,201
Posted By benF04
Thats an interesting question and one that I too...

Thats an interesting question and one that I too was pondering.. Anyone any ideas?
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 05-Jun-2012, 21:30
Replies: 6
Views: 3,485
Posted By benF04
Im hoping to get out this weekend when I get home...

Im hoping to get out this weekend when I get home - I'll post more impressions then.
I'll let you know about the Termis' should be available first week of July.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 05-Jun-2012, 04:10
Replies: 6
Views: 3,485
Posted By benF04
Talking Collected! First impressions

I collected the Tricolore on Friday from Riders of Cardiff, used with 600 miles on clock, Termis fitted and having just had its first service. I met up with the owner and to say that he was gutted to...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 31-May-2012, 15:00
Replies: 4
Views: 7,858
Posted By benF04
Hi John, Thanks for the info. I pick mine up...

Hi John,
Thanks for the info. I pick mine up tomorrow so I guess I'll find out!

Regards,
Ben
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 28-May-2012, 20:29
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
MCE it is, agreed value of £23495 and confirmed...

MCE it is, agreed value of £23495 and confirmed with underwriters. Still expensive but at least its now covered. Roll on Friday :)
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 25-May-2012, 12:41
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
Nobody will provide a quote online, I have spoken...

Nobody will provide a quote online, I have spoken to everyone over the phone so far. Looks like it is going to be £1k for this year but should drop significantly next year.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 24-May-2012, 16:35
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
All of your points are valid and I do understand...

All of your points are valid and I do understand the underwriters point of view but its just a bit of surprise to see such a big jump in the premium. The calls continue... worst quote so far £9197.19...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 24-May-2012, 13:13
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
I had a 1098S before, owned for 3 years and...

I had a 1098S before, owned for 3 years and agreed valued at 10.5K and was paying £235 full comp with proctected NCB (9+years ncb) with Motorcycle Direct. Prior to that Ive had a 996, a 998, a couple...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 24-May-2012, 12:42
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
Thanks for the suggestions. Ducati Insurance...

Thanks for the suggestions. Ducati Insurance quoted £1071 and stipulated that a tracker has be fitted.

I'll keep you posted.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 24-May-2012, 09:28
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
E-Bike won't insure a bike over £20k, as seems to...

E-Bike won't insure a bike over £20k, as seems to be the case with most Insurance companies. Ho hum.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 23-May-2012, 14:46
Replies: 22
Views: 9,292
Posted By benF04
1199S Tricolore Insurance

HI All,
Has anyone stuggled to get insurance on the 1199 Tricolore? Ive got 10 years NCB, clean licence, live in a low risk area, good history of 1000cc + bikes, never had trouble with insuring my...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-May-2012, 18:14
Replies: 4
Views: 7,858
Posted By benF04
1199 vs 1098/1198 power delivery

There seems to be quite alot of feedback and comments in the various forums and magazines about how different the 1199 engine power/torque delivery is compared to the delivery of a 1098/1198,...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-May-2012, 16:32
Replies: 31
Views: 9,575
Posted By benF04
The Riders bike has been sold.

The Riders bike has been sold.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-May-2012, 11:56
Replies: 31
Views: 9,575
Posted By benF04
Im pretty sure that I saw one on the way home...

Im pretty sure that I saw one on the way home from work yesterday but I could have been imagining it.

My 'S' is supposed to be arriving in July but Im not over confident of that given everyones...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 30-Apr-2012, 10:08
Replies: 0
Views: 2,727
Posted By benF04
1199S review in Motorcycle Racer

Theres a good review of the 1199S by Alan Cathcart in this months Motorcycle Racer magazine if anyone is interested. Alan Cathcart isnt your usual motorcycle mag journalist, he has ridden most of the...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 02-Apr-2012, 19:32
Replies: 2
Views: 2,812
Posted By benF04
Lucky you - let us know what you think of the...

Lucky you - let us know what you think of the test ride. Im going to test ride the 'S' next week but mine wont be here until July.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 26-Mar-2012, 19:23
Replies: 7
Views: 3,938
Posted By benF04
I saw your reply after I had ordered on saturday,...

I saw your reply after I had ordered on saturday, sorry. I could cancel my deposit and reorder but I dont want to mess the dealer about.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 26-Mar-2012, 09:45
Replies: 7
Views: 3,938
Posted By benF04
Hi All, Many thanks for the replies - I...

Hi All,
Many thanks for the replies - I have ordered one, should get it in July IF the factory deliver on time...

Ben
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 22-Mar-2012, 07:53
Replies: 46
Views: 14,279
Posted By benF04
Thanks, I'll give them a call

Thanks, I'll give them a call
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 21-Mar-2012, 15:14
Replies: 7
Views: 3,938
Posted By benF04
Any unallocated 1199S remaining?

Hi All,
Im looking for an 1199S but my local dealer has sold out of their allocation. Does anyone know if there are any unallocated S versions available for a May delivery, or it is a question of...
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 21-Mar-2012, 14:58
Replies: 46
Views: 14,279
Posted By benF04
Im trying to order an 1199S at the moment but my...

Im trying to order an 1199S at the moment but my usual dealer has sold their allocated number and Im not convinced that the other dealers I have spoken to aren't just going to take an order which...
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