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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Nov-2006, 17:56
Replies: 7
Views: 2,043
Posted By hogfisch
I would have thought most 748's would already...

I would have thought most 748's would already have had an immobiliser fitted by the previous owner(s)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Nov-2006, 20:19
Replies: 4
Views: 1,542
Posted By hogfisch
Update: I have just replaced the JHP eprom with...

Update:

I have just replaced the JHP eprom with the original one (for standard pipes) and the misfire and fast idle has gone.

My questions:

Has anyone had a failure of a JHP eprom?
What are the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Nov-2006, 20:16
Replies: 12
Views: 1,988
Posted By hogfisch
I replaced my rear sprocket with a Renthal...

I replaced my rear sprocket with a Renthal carrier and 40T sprocket. I also have a bit of lateral movement along the axle. Asked about it come service time and was told it wasn't an issue (I also...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Oct-2006, 19:51
Replies: 4
Views: 1,542
Posted By hogfisch
Strange misfire then too fast idle

Hi all,

Went for a nice Sunday ride this afternoon on the 748. Stopped the bike to go to cashpoint, went to restart and got quite a significant misfire the instant she fired up.

Once idling,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jun-2006, 22:14
Replies: 9
Views: 1,484
Posted By hogfisch
Mine hums as well. Almost like a chirping noise....

Mine hums as well. Almost like a chirping noise. I just thought it was the bike thanking me for not dragging her down the road.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jun-2006, 19:30
Replies: 17
Views: 2,687
Posted By hogfisch
I had mine replated (2 were gone). According to...

I had mine replated (2 were gone). According to Dave Woods Racing (www.bike26.com) the replating is a longer lasting solution as it is carried out to a higher quality than the factory plating. Still...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-May-2006, 10:48
Replies: 42
Views: 5,683
Posted By hogfisch
140 -150 748s

140 -150 748s
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2006, 22:20
Replies: 7
Views: 1,743
Posted By hogfisch
I have the Renthal sprocket and carrier and have...

I have the Renthal sprocket and carrier and have always had a bit of side-to-side movement.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-May-2006, 17:26
Replies: 11
Views: 2,246
Posted By hogfisch
Fitted 45mm termis to my 748s and later changed...

Fitted 45mm termis to my 748s and later changed the chip to a JHP one. The chip smoothed things out and didn't take much more than a few minutes to fit. Just be careful to earth yourself first before...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Apr-2006, 15:46
Replies: 15
Views: 4,063
Posted By hogfisch
A 600 Monster was my first big bike. I loved that...

A 600 Monster was my first big bike. I loved that thing to bits. I would also ignore the usual press compliants of the 600 lacking in performance. As a first big bike, there is plenty there...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Mar-2006, 22:53
Replies: 16
Views: 2,198
Posted By hogfisch
Seven! Jesus, you have my sympathies. I flinched...

Seven! Jesus, you have my sympathies. I flinched when I was told that 2 of mine had to be replaced on my 18k mile service. I flinched even more when the £1,200 bill came through (granted, this did...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Mar-2006, 23:02
Replies: 14
Views: 3,130
Posted By hogfisch
In red. You bought the fastest colour there!

In red. You bought the fastest colour there!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 14:58
Replies: 10
Views: 2,334
Posted By hogfisch
I gave £3,800 for my 2001 Y reg 748s about 14...

I gave £3,800 for my 2001 Y reg 748s about 14 months ago. 14k miles, FSH. Granted, this was a private sale so expect to pay a bit more of a premium from a dealer.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2006, 00:53
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By hogfisch
I have a 2001 Y reg 748s and second the advice...

I have a 2001 Y reg 748s and second the advice from raykay748R. But whichever you decide on, hey, it's still a Ducati you are riding!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2006, 02:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,400
Posted By hogfisch
Dave Clarke in Oxford is sympathetic to pipes and...

Dave Clarke in Oxford is sympathetic to pipes and plates:

01865 247420

also www.daveclarkemotorcycles.co.uk but site seems to be down ATM
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 12:23
Replies: 33
Views: 4,626
Posted By hogfisch
Not wanting to scare you but I have just paid...

Not wanting to scare you but I have just paid £1,200 for my 18k mile service. Granted, the engine needed 2 new rockers and a new clutch basket / plates. Luckily the labour was covered on Barter Card,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Feb-2006, 12:48
Replies: 10
Views: 2,122
Posted By hogfisch
Although mine is an S but is a biposto. And what...

Although mine is an S but is a biposto. And what happened to the SP and SPS models?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Feb-2006, 12:45
Replies: 10
Views: 2,122
Posted By hogfisch
I can tell you that of all the models, the red...

I can tell you that of all the models, the red ones are the quickest
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Feb-2006, 23:30
Replies: 5
Views: 1,316
Posted By hogfisch
I would recommend Dave Woods in Aylesbury...

I would recommend Dave Woods in Aylesbury (www.davewoodracing.com). Just had my 748 in for the 18k mile service. Clutch plates + basket needed doing, plus 2 rockers + valve clearances. Bill was...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jan-2006, 22:15
Replies: 13
Views: 2,231
Posted By hogfisch
My 748S does this on cold days. Never really...

My 748S does this on cold days. Never really worried about it. I think it is normal.
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 29-Jan-2006, 22:15
Replies: 13
Views: 5,277
Posted By hogfisch
My 748S does this on cold days. Never really...

My 748S does this on cold days. Never really worried about it. I think it is normal.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jan-2006, 16:54
Replies: 35
Views: 4,298
Posted By hogfisch
Guess it depends on what you think you will get...

Guess it depends on what you think you will get out of the bike. I have a 748s and the performance and handling are waaaaay beyond my abilities. Would I benefit from the improvements in the 748R?...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2006, 22:35
Replies: 10
Views: 1,676
Posted By hogfisch
Thanks for the replies guys. The bike has now...

Thanks for the replies guys. The bike has now gone in for service and I have mentioned all these things to Dave. The ride from Oxford to Aylesbury was the worst I have ever had. Some absolute prat in...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jan-2006, 12:11
Replies: 10
Views: 1,676
Posted By hogfisch
18k mile service booked - what to ask for?

Hi all,

I have just booked in the 748 with Dave Woods in Aylesbury for the 18k mile service. Apart from the obvious things covered, Dave asked me to jot down additional things I would want looking...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2005, 20:03
Replies: 13
Views: 1,903
Posted By hogfisch
Hey bradders, would these be any use? £200 Buy It...

Hey bradders, would these be any use? £200 Buy It Now?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ducati-748-996-panels_W0QQitemZ8009520136QQcategoryZ10448QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Oct-2005, 20:05
Replies: 15
Views: 2,599
Posted By hogfisch
2001 748s. No oil cooler on mine. In some ways...

2001 748s. No oil cooler on mine. In some ways you had a lucky escape with having the 996 nicked - it let you upgrade to the more accomplished 748! :roll:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Sep-2005, 23:35
Replies: 10
Views: 3,443
Posted By hogfisch
So THAT is what a Ducati is supposed to rev like!...

So THAT is what a Ducati is supposed to rev like! Just fitted a JHP chip and all my problems have vanished! Much better at low revs and soooo much smoother under acceleration. Thanks for your...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Sep-2005, 20:48
Replies: 10
Views: 3,443
Posted By hogfisch
\'Fluffy\' throttle response at low revs

Hi all,

My 748 throttle response has become quite unresponsive at low revs. It seems to show up most with around town riding and if I go to blip the throttle between down changing, it seems to be a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Aug-2005, 12:30
Replies: 2
Views: 1,137
Posted By hogfisch
That would explain a thing or two!!

That would explain a thing or two!!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Aug-2005, 12:06
Replies: 2
Views: 1,137
Posted By hogfisch
Road or race steering head geometry

Who had played with both settings? My trusty Haynes manual advises against the race setting for the road. My main concern is losing the steering lock function when parking up.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Aug-2005, 23:21
Replies: 10
Views: 2,104
Posted By hogfisch
I have to this day (touch wood) only ever had one...

I have to this day (touch wood) only ever had one spill on a bike and it was at 0mph in my garage doing EXACTLY what Ian has descibed. I thought my knee would act as a good way to break the fall. The...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2005, 23:07
Replies: 2
Views: 1,036
Posted By hogfisch
Fuelling question for 748

Hi all,

My bike is currently wearing 45mm open Termis and a hi-flow air filter (can't remember the make offhand). I have spoken to On Yer Bike who inform me that the ECU should be OK with the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jul-2005, 21:40
Replies: 7
Views: 1,410
Posted By hogfisch
18(ish)k mile service costs

Hi guys,

My 748 will be due for the 18k mile service in a few months and I need to start thinking (read: saving) for this. I am envisaging, along with the usual items, doing the belts and possibly...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Jul-2005, 23:06
Replies: 89
Views: 17,925
Posted By hogfisch
5 years 1. Yamaha SR125 (what a rocket!) 2....

5 years

1. Yamaha SR125 (what a rocket!)
2. Ducati Monster 600
3. GSXR750 K3
4. Ninja 6
5. Ducati 748S
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jul-2005, 21:15
Replies: 21
Views: 3,239
Posted By hogfisch
I have the same problem with my 748 and found...

I have the same problem with my 748 and found swapping the friction plates around helped. Try this link for info and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jul-2005, 21:47
Replies: 14
Views: 2,481
Posted By hogfisch
Mine will go between 80°C and 100°C in the heat...

Mine will go between 80°C and 100°C in the heat around town but normally sits somewhere between 40°C and 80°C (i.e. 1/3rd of the gauge). So I wouldn't worry to much Harv
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Jun-2005, 22:37
Replies: 15
Views: 1,867
Posted By hogfisch
I'd go for the torx method as well. Try and tap...

I'd go for the torx method as well. Try and tap one in that is slightly bigger than the hex hole and hoepfully it will cut into the hole and allow you to turn it. Strange because I had exactly the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Jun-2005, 10:30
Replies: 6
Views: 1,113
Posted By hogfisch
Do you guys ever make Fox's on Sunday or Monday?...

Do you guys ever make Fox's on Sunday or Monday? Or the annual Cassington Bike Night / West Hagborne Night?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Jun-2005, 22:54
Replies: 6
Views: 1,113
Posted By hogfisch
Was it you? Oxford Redbridge Park and Ride Saturday 4.30pm

Who was the pleasant guy on the yellow 748 / 916 who waved to me at the traffic lights today? Didn't catch if it was a 748 or 916 but was with the earlier style graphics and fairing.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jun-2005, 07:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,387
Posted By hogfisch
http://www.bandcexpress.co.uk/ Easily the best...

http://www.bandcexpress.co.uk/

Easily the best place. Next day delivery and really helpful guys. Recommended.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2005, 14:54
Replies: 11
Views: 2,005
Posted By hogfisch
I posted the exact same problem a few weeks ago...

I posted the exact same problem a few weeks ago with my Renthal sprocket and carrier.

I too have about 5mm lateral play. All cush drives are good. I decided in the end that the circlip grove is...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-May-2005, 20:12
Replies: 25
Views: 3,635
Posted By hogfisch
Prepare to spend a lot of time glancing back over...

Prepare to spend a lot of time glancing back over your shoulder when you get of it (and for onlookers to do the same).

Great looking Duke. Welcome to the club!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-May-2005, 19:53
Replies: 19
Views: 2,067
Posted By hogfisch
This shouldn't surprise me really. I think there...

This shouldn't surprise me really. I think there is something seriously dodgy going on with a lot of these 'storage' facilities for crashed vehicles. One local to me charges 15 quid a day for storage...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-May-2005, 11:50
Replies: 17
Views: 2,417
Posted By hogfisch
Looks good. Remember, it's your bike. If you are...

Looks good. Remember, it's your bike. If you are happy with how it looks then that is what is important
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-May-2005, 23:04
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By hogfisch
Well I just checked and bugger me! That I never...

Well I just checked and bugger me! That I never knew. Cheers Keefer!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-May-2005, 22:55
Replies: 6
Views: 1,139
Posted By hogfisch
Tool for top fairing screen screws

Hi all,

I have a trackday next week and have located some cheap trackday fairing (thanks to all those who mailed me with offers of gear BTW).

I have to change the screens around and notice that the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-May-2005, 23:41
Replies: 7
Views: 1,408
Posted By hogfisch
RickyX - I think, looking at mine tonight, that...

RickyX - I think, looking at mine tonight, that the problem you had with the circlip grove is causing the same problem for me. What is basically happening is the sprocket and cush drives are all...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2005, 23:50
Replies: 7
Views: 1,408
Posted By hogfisch
I should also add the play is between the...

I should also add the play is between the sprocket and carrier. The coupling assembly is solid.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2005, 23:47
Replies: 7
Views: 1,408
Posted By hogfisch
Should I have side to side play in my Renthal sprocket / carrier

Hi all,

Having recently replaced my rear sprocket with a Renthal jobbie, I was checking it this evening to find a bit of side to side play (imagine pulling on the sprocket as if taking it off the...
Forum: Tyres 04-May-2005, 22:23
Replies: 10
Views: 3,772
Posted By hogfisch
I think as a trackday tyre they will be...

I think as a trackday tyre they will be brilliant. I am at Snetterton on the 16th May so will report back. I just find for everyday riding, wet roads and all that they take a long time to warm up. It...
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