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Forum: 999 / 749 05-Dec-2006, 22:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,777
Posted By posiden
fork in hell

I cant believe ive just downloaded a photo of three flat bladed screw drivers !!!!!
I already know what they look like!
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Sep-2006, 20:39
Replies: 6
Views: 1,608
Posted By posiden
warped discs

I would ditch the pads as they may have suffered from over heating while your discs were warping on you. They may look alright but could be next to useless when you try to use them or might even...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Aug-2006, 23:27
Replies: 16
Views: 5,982
Posted By posiden
mono sub assembly

Wave, looks like where its broken is caused by the weight of the exhaust as your weight is applied to the sub frame at the other side of that weld. The exhaust is bolted onto the subframe with one...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Jul-2006, 23:24
Replies: 3
Views: 1,542
Posted By posiden
bip subframe

the mono sub frame is alloy (and some were prone to cracking at the exhaust hanger (warranty claim on older bikes!))
It isnt up to taking the load of 2 people therefore the Biposto subframe is made...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Jul-2006, 21:53
Replies: 3
Views: 1,894
Posted By posiden
suspension woes

i followed the section8superbike thread that was on here ages ago and it gives a good base set up. i backed off the preload as it was still harsh to ride on bumpy roads. even now it feels like it...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Jun-2006, 15:51
Replies: 5
Views: 1,850
Posted By posiden
EODB light

search my thread on here for engine codes - it was on about a month ago - read the codes for a diagnosis - a typical fault I came across and maybe causing you grief is corroded fuel pump relay...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Jun-2006, 20:25
Replies: 8
Views: 6,291
Posted By posiden
relay

DOH very sorry gents the relay is behind the battery box on the LEFT side of the bike !!!
Sorry - while your in there give all the connectors a good clean.
Forum: 999 / 749 23-May-2006, 20:42
Replies: 6
Views: 2,060
Posted By posiden
couchcommando, Top Tip - if i was you i would...

couchcommando, Top Tip - if i was you i would have a look at the fuel pump relay, If it is corroded it will stop the bike starting at an inconvenient moment, usually when your about to go out for a...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-May-2006, 22:06
Replies: 3
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Views: 1,436
Posted By posiden
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[Edited on 17-5-2006 by posiden]
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Apr-2006, 23:57
Replies: 8
Views: 6,291
Posted By posiden
Bungi, the EFI message on the clocks is to let...

Bungi, the EFI message on the clocks is to let you know theres a fault.

To get the codes up you need to press the left hand button on the clock assembly and keep it pressed when you turn the...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Apr-2006, 21:07
Replies: 8
Views: 6,291
Posted By posiden
bungi what codes are you getting up? Refer to...

bungi what codes are you getting up?
Refer to your dealer but if your getting 10.2, 12.2 & 13.2 . the fault was actually traced to the fuel pump relay which was corroded ( if you take the electrical...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Apr-2006, 20:26
Replies: 17
Views: 4,529
Posted By posiden
Ha ha problem sorted. After a discussion with the...

Ha ha problem sorted. After a discussion with the every helpful Martin at Ducati Glasgow (excellent bunch of chaps) I did a bit of DIY to see if I could sort it.
Took the electrical panel to bits...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Apr-2006, 22:17
Replies: 17
Views: 4,529
Posted By posiden
yeah i gave it a real good wash just after i got...

yeah i gave it a real good wash just after i got it home from the last ride - I'll check this tommorrow as the dealer is 120 miles away and its a little bit of hassle getting it to him.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Apr-2006, 17:17
Replies: 17
Views: 4,529
Posted By posiden
749 / 999 Error Codes ? Ive copied these from...

749 / 999 Error Codes ?
Ive copied these from this site searching for "error codes"
To get the codes up you need to pres the left hand button on the clock assembly and keep it pressed when you turn...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Apr-2006, 13:34
Replies: 17
Views: 4,529
Posted By posiden
cheers nelly, im getting codes 10.2 horizontal...

cheers nelly, im getting codes 10.2 horizontal coil short to eath,12.2 injector 1 short to eath and 13.2 injector 2 short to earth.
going to have a look now with a 7 lb hammer.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Apr-2006, 12:32
Replies: 17
Views: 4,529
Posted By posiden
EOBD light wont go out

AAAARRRRGGGG went to go for a run this morning and my 749 wont start. the eobd light wont go out - engine is turning over and the dash is clear of any other warning lights. checked all the fuses and...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Apr-2006, 22:11
Replies: 32
Views: 8,230
Posted By posiden
Im lost for words - MCN obviously didnt get a...

Im lost for words - MCN obviously didnt get a long term test bike last year / this year and have got it in for Ducati, this weeks pictures are a botch of 2 bikes stuck together using photoshop (by a...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Mar-2006, 19:14
Replies: 4
Views: 1,529
Posted By posiden
thanks for the replies gents - yes i had thought...

thanks for the replies gents - yes i had thought about the 2 up riding thing causing a problem and Id probably have to buy discs and tyres as well just so I could do a swap if the missus fancies a...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Mar-2006, 01:07
Replies: 4
Views: 1,529
Posted By posiden
No,No,No,No,No,No....................................

No,No,No,No,No,No............................................
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Mar-2006, 21:21
Replies: 4
Views: 1,529
Posted By posiden
new wheels

anyone changed thier wheels for forged alloy jobbies?
Ive seen 'braking' wheels with discs for £899 and wondered if they were worth the expense?
do they vastly improve the handling ?
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Mar-2006, 20:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,481
Posted By posiden
quite a common problem apparently, mine smashed...

quite a common problem apparently, mine smashed themselves to pieces in about 2000 miles. If you wind the throttle on at low revs the whole back end vibrates widly and shakes the lens's out. Ducati...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Feb-2006, 15:57
Replies: 5
Views: 1,371
Posted By posiden
I butchered the exhaust on my KTM Duke and took...

I butchered the exhaust on my KTM Duke and took out about 2 kgs of baffle plates.
It ran brilliantly afterwards and the fueling was spot on. If youve got a standard can spare I'll strip it for you...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Jan-2006, 10:24
Replies: 6
Views: 1,024
Posted By posiden
thanks for the reply gents. Can I ask, how much...

thanks for the reply gents.
Can I ask, how much was the package, flights, hotel etc.
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Jan-2006, 00:28
Replies: 6
Views: 1,024
Posted By posiden
Anyone done the Ducati Riding Experience ?

has anyone done the DRE and whats it like ? Is the DSC doing it this year ? I want to go.
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Jan-2006, 23:21
Replies: 3
Views: 1,040
Posted By posiden
Ducati Glasgow - top blokes

Just a quick thanks to Martin and the guys at Ducati Glasgow who just serviced my 749.
The guys did what was required, on time and at a very good price.
I will go back to them again and I will...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Jan-2006, 22:30
Replies: 9
Views: 1,387
Posted By posiden
I bought a 40 tooth rear sprocket to fit my 04...

I bought a 40 tooth rear sprocket to fit my 04 749S.
This was a daft move as you need a longer than standard chain with that size of sprocket. The slots in the swing arm arent quite long enough to...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Jan-2006, 21:17
Replies: 24
Views: 2,742
Posted By posiden
How much is it up for sale for? If the worth of...

How much is it up for sale for?

If the worth of a thing is measured by the want of a thing then I give you 23 p for it !
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Dec-2005, 12:57
Replies: 13
Views: 2,264
Posted By posiden
Happy Christmas

Just wanted to wish you all a happy christmas and hopefully I might meet up with some of you for a ride out next year.
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Dec-2005, 17:47
Replies: 57
Views: 9,815
Posted By posiden
a new 749 for 6.5K is a very good deal - my...

a new 749 for 6.5K is a very good deal - my concern at the moment is what will it be worth in 6 months ? If dealers are desperate to sell and giving great deals like this will they want a bike in as...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Dec-2005, 13:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,343
Posted By posiden
Rear indicator lens

Has anyone had any problems with thier rear indicator lenses falling out ? I just been working on the bike and both lenses are cracked and almost hanging out of the holders. A mate said he has seen...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 00:38
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By posiden
525 in gold alloy

525 in gold alloy
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Dec-2005, 21:03
Replies: 2
Views: 1,169
Posted By posiden
Renthal 40 tooth sprocket

I've got a brand new Renthal 40 tooth rear sprocket to fit a 749s 04 for sale if anyone wants it. NOTE it wont fit with the standard chain-you need a longer chain. £20 +p&p. if you want it please...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Dec-2005, 18:58
Replies: 10
Views: 2,055
Posted By posiden
If you buy a PC3 can you take it off later and...

If you buy a PC3 can you take it off later and use it on another bike? I get the impression that the Ducati CPU is specific to the key that first used it. I want to put my bike back to standard when...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Dec-2005, 19:58
Replies: 22
Views: 3,109
Posted By posiden
Do you really need to fit the ECU for the Termis...

Do you really need to fit the ECU for the Termis ?
I was told that the Termi ECU was developed on a track and doesnt go that well on the road.
Im not after the extra power either and was hoping to...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Nov-2005, 22:46
Replies: 7
Views: 1,730
Posted By posiden
Er yeah - ive been chasing this about for over 12...

Er yeah - ive been chasing this about for over 12 months and ive come to the conclusion that "the worth of a thing is measured by the want of a thing " and every Termi Ive chased on e bay has been...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Nov-2005, 18:57
Replies: 12
Views: 1,709
Posted By posiden
Er a clip round the head for suggesting...

Er a clip round the head for suggesting it.
unless some one is going to do a really good deal on a new 749 / 999 in april. !!!
and i dont tell the wife - if i buy another yellow one she wont even...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Nov-2005, 18:32
Replies: 12
Views: 1,709
Posted By posiden
mines coming up for its 2 yearly service in...

mines coming up for its 2 yearly service in april. if i part ex it for a new duke will the value be less because its due this major service?
i dont fancy paying £600+ for a service but i dont want a...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Nov-2005, 12:46
Replies: 8
Views: 1,501
Posted By posiden
dont forget that you can only go so big on the...

dont forget that you can only go so big on the back sprocket before the chain becomes to short and doesnt fit !!
I know this because I have a 40 tooth Rental sprocket that wont fit on my 749S with...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Nov-2005, 17:52
Replies: 2
Views: 1,594
Posted By posiden
WANT THAT ONE

My mates just sent me this link. Dont know whether it serious or not but if it is I want one.

http://news.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/11152005160338MWEKNT.htm
ant one.

or try this one....
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Nov-2005, 18:20
Replies: 59
Views: 10,165
Posted By posiden
Isnt it strange that your insurance company will...

Isnt it strange that your insurance company will take £120 off you to insure something that isnt road legal !
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Nov-2005, 17:32
Replies: 59
Views: 10,165
Posted By posiden
Ive read the above with interest as Ive fitted a...

Ive read the above with interest as Ive fitted a termi system on my 749s.
One question though - have you told your insurance company about the exhaust ?
If you trash the bike will they try and get...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Nov-2005, 00:43
Replies: 2
Views: 1,292
Posted By posiden
CO2 Adjustment for Termi pipes

Ive managed to get hold of a Termi end can and front pipe.for my 04 749S.
Question is :-Do you have to adjust the CO2 when youve fitted a Termi Asymetrical system?
If so does anyone know how to...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Oct-2005, 22:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,231
Posted By posiden
rarer than Hens teeth

Ive just followed yet another Termi exhaust on e bay all week - it was 2000miles old good condition etc, bidding has went from £300 to a final bid of £740.
Considering these thing can be bought new...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Oct-2005, 00:21
Replies: 45
Views: 4,663
Posted By posiden
Davieravie, are they honestly going to strip your...

Davieravie, are they honestly going to strip your bike down completely just to repaint the frame ? and do it all under warranty ? It will be an expensive job to strip the bike and rebuild it all...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Oct-2005, 20:40
Replies: 45
Views: 4,663
Posted By posiden
How olds your bike because your not the first...

How olds your bike because your not the first person Ive heard off having to get the engine casings looked at because of flaking paint, Im going to have a look at mine now (warranty runs out in...
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Oct-2005, 20:35
Replies: 8
Views: 1,442
Posted By posiden
just saying hello and seeing if my avatar works -...

just saying hello and seeing if my avatar works - still looking for a termignoni - bike show this week so might get one there ????
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Oct-2005, 14:58
Replies: 11
Views: 2,165
Posted By posiden
Has anyone used the 'Ducati pipe mod service' in...

Has anyone used the 'Ducati pipe mod service' in the Les Paul link ?
I would be interested in seeing if it works.
I did a similar thing with my KTM Duke (cut the pipe open and removed all the baffles...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Oct-2005, 20:59
Replies: 14
Views: 1,487
Posted By posiden
hello gents, hope your both well. the auction...

hello gents, hope your both well.
the auction finishes in a couple of minutes so i will watch and see if the bidding goes any higher.
Im now torn between £1000 for a new exhuast or keeping the cash...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Oct-2005, 20:20
Replies: 14
Views: 1,487
Posted By posiden
HOW MUCH ?????

Ive been following a 999S exhaust system that been on e bay for a week. It finishes at 19:15 tonight. The price has jumped from £360 to £1020 in the last five minutes.
Are people really that...
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Oct-2005, 16:58
Replies: 3
Views: 1,174
Posted By posiden
thanks for the reply ace, ive just spoken to a...

thanks for the reply ace, ive just spoken to a vey helpful ducati dealer and he said that the 999S sytem wont fit because the deep sump engine forces the pipe to be routed differently than the 749S...
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