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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Dec-2014, 17:39
Replies: 8
Views: 4,888
Posted By Ian 748
Ooo you did have to go and mention rockers didn’t...

Ooo you did have to go and mention rockers didn’t you. Just had a peek…two openers and two closers are just starting let go. Two closers and one opener are original and have covered 40,500 miles. The...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2014, 23:09
Replies: 8
Views: 4,888
Posted By Ian 748
Yes indeed…the thought had crossed my mind. With...

Yes indeed…the thought had crossed my mind. With only two shims and a persistent tiny oil weep from the cam carrier,or rocker pin cover (can’t find it for sure). I’m trying to resist the temptation...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Dec-2014, 23:32
Replies: 8
Views: 4,888
Posted By Ian 748
I can’t help myself until I understand :) Thank...

I can’t help myself until I understand :)
Thank you very much once again, i’m sure it’s all a lot more interesting when you haven’t tackled it before .
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Dec-2014, 22:08
Replies: 8
Views: 4,888
Posted By Ian 748
.10 is a measurement that comes up often and I’ve...

.10 is a measurement that comes up often and I’ve no doubt it’s widely used and works well. However that reads as out of tolerance with some of the Haynes clearances, both the checking and their...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Dec-2014, 00:13
Replies: 8
Views: 4,888
Posted By Ian 748
748 valve clearance Q

Well as I’ve had the old girl a fair while now I’ve decided that it’s about time I tackled the servicing myself, and so far so good, I’m really enjoying myself.
Got all the valve clearances measured...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Oct-2012, 00:09
Replies: 3
Views: 1,633
Posted By Ian 748
Cracking bike you’ve got yourself there mate,...

Cracking bike you’ve got yourself there mate, I’ve had mine for 10 years and I don’t think I could ever sell it…just fantastic. As Skids suggests I turn the engine over now and again through winter...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2012, 01:59
Replies: 23
Views: 7,782
Posted By Ian 748
Just re read my post and “oil in the air box” is...

Just re read my post and “oil in the air box” is a bit vague. Mine threw up this much oil every 100 miles of spirited riding but nothing when pottering around. As I say both tests showed ok (done at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Feb-2012, 23:40
Replies: 23
Views: 7,782
Posted By Ian 748
Do you have oil blown up into the air box?...

Do you have oil blown up into the air box? Although not smoking, a while ago I used to get oil in the air box and so had compression and leak tests done. Both showed no problem but I decided to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Dec-2009, 23:32
Replies: 10
Views: 6,664
Posted By Ian 748
I’ve never used a power commander but the...

I’ve never used a power commander but the appropriate JHP chip and simple set up is working great for me James (think it was £58.00 all done). Depends how much you’d like to get involved I think…
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Dec-2009, 23:07
Replies: 4
Views: 2,533
Posted By Ian 748
That’s got me laughing mate….how do you know this...

That’s got me laughing mate….how do you know this stuff ?;). Between you and Skids you should start your own web pages…”a million and one things known about Ducati but never documented”:lol:
Sorry...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Sep-2009, 00:39
Replies: 4
Views: 3,174
Posted By Ian 748
And is your box clean and dry or oily and orid ?:)

And is your box clean and dry or oily and orid ?:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Sep-2009, 00:34
Replies: 4
Views: 3,174
Posted By Ian 748
Thanks for that Shazaam. Sounds logical I guess...

Thanks for that Shazaam. Sounds logical I guess that even though comp test was ok it’s not as good as it once was, blow by will have increased and the drain holes aren’t coping for sure. If I’m...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2009, 01:14
Replies: 4
Views: 3,174
Posted By Ian 748
Another oil in airbox question

An old favourite I know but…this much oil in the airbox is not good right?? I cleaned and dried it out then took it for a easy ride to get an idea how much oil is being blown up. Pic is after only...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2009, 01:07
Replies: 22
Views: 5,553
Posted By Ian 748
Good to see you're sorted Dougie:)

Good to see you're sorted Dougie:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Sep-2009, 01:57
Replies: 22
Views: 5,553
Posted By Ian 748
To get mine out of sleep mode, I turn the...

To get mine out of sleep mode, I turn the ignition on then off again then press the remote, turn back on and away we go. Have you tried disarming with the pin number? Could be fob battery as Ray...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jul-2009, 00:21
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By Ian 748
I wouldn’t worry to much Wulfie, just...

I wouldn’t worry to much Wulfie, just picked up a new bolt &spring from Jeff at Gtec and he’s never seen it happen before. Sounds about right really, if it’s gonna happen to just...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jul-2009, 22:54
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By Ian 748
:lol: :lol: I feel inadequate now, once it's...

:lol: :lol:
I feel inadequate now, once it's been pointed out it's so obvious:p

I had found the detent ball Paul, it’s rested between the front of the swing arm and engine case in the pic, the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jul-2009, 22:29
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By Ian 748
Ta for the offer Shandy but as the manual says I...

Ta for the offer Shandy but as the manual says I should replace the washer, i’ll just pick up a spring while I’m there, it’s the only bit that wasn’t still on the bike.:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Jul-2009, 01:15
Replies: 15
Views: 3,267
Posted By Ian 748
Thumbs down Huston we have a problem

Had a great ride to the Buell day today but did have trouble selecting/changing gear on occasion.
After the breki stop the problem seemed to be gone although gear shifts didn’t feel quite like they...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 11-Jun-2009, 01:10
Replies: 9
Views: 2,379
Posted By Ian 748
For want of a much better phrase, I know what you...

For want of a much better phrase, I know what you mean.:( Hopefully you’ll get some decent weather to coincide with a good day soon and get a few miles in. Hey! You could for a pep up, always try...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Jun-2009, 02:15
Replies: 9
Views: 2,379
Posted By Ian 748
Keefy ! If good luck is dished out in direct...

Keefy ! If good luck is dished out in direct relation bad, I’m figure in your owed at least!! two 5hit load.I really hope it doesn’t balls up too many of your days out mate and you manage to get...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 02-Jun-2009, 21:59
Replies: 9
Views: 2,379
Posted By Ian 748
Heh heyyy:D :D

Heh heyyy:D :D
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 01-Jun-2009, 23:50
Replies: 9
Views: 2,379
Posted By Ian 748
Had some of the most memorable days with the club...

Had some of the most memorable days with the club at the v twin day Gordon. Some very hot, and one as wet as you can get, but all fantastic fun… happy days.:cool: I’ll be up there a few times this...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Apr-2009, 00:19
Replies: 8
Views: 2,343
Posted By Ian 748
I’ve seen this repair Chipshop and it’s route I’d...

I’ve seen this repair Chipshop and it’s route I’d take.
Forum: Ducati Press Releases 01-Mar-2009, 23:34
Replies: 9
Views: 3,338
Posted By Ian 748
If I can get foot over air intake I win

If I can get foot over air intake I win
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Dec-2006, 00:54
Replies: 1
Views: 1,087
Posted By Ian 748
u2u Mark

u2u Mark
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Dec-2006, 00:31
Replies: 5
Views: 2,147
Posted By Ian 748
As the lads say, I’ve been using one for a...

As the lads say, I’ve been using one for a while now with no probs at all. I had ally st plates fitted at the same time so I can’t say if it’s any quieter in its own right but with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jul-2006, 01:20
Replies: 13
Views: 2,181
Posted By Ian 748
I got my gel Sargent seat from Ebay Clive. I...

I got my gel Sargent seat from Ebay Clive. I guess that won’t help you much as I’ve only seen that one but I can thoughroly recommend them. Much, much kinder on the arse ;)and all but...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Apr-2006, 23:56
Replies: 16
Views: 2,560
Posted By Ian 748
I really hope it all goes well for you sharpo and...

I really hope it all goes well for you sharpo and you don’t get any nasties. The rest of the rockers in mine are still the original ones and show no signs of distress at 17000 miles, hopefully yours...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Apr-2006, 23:40
Replies: 9
Views: 1,392
Posted By Ian 748
Ymfb it’s great to be able to post one that’s for...

Ymfb it’s great to be able to post one that’s for sure.
Ian every time I think about it I consider myself extremely fortunate.:sing:
Just glad it’ll be on two wheels Keefy.
It’s registered 02...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Apr-2006, 22:23
Replies: 9
Views: 1,392
Posted By Ian 748
big service and very lucky

As usual I’d left the bike service to the last minute again and a quick ring round the usual suspects showed them well and truly booked up. The local Duke dealer I had used until this year (and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Apr-2006, 09:23
Replies: 16
Views: 2,560
Posted By Ian 748
seven here as well :o. will do a report later.

seven here as well :o. will do a report later.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Mar-2006, 23:55
Replies: 12
Views: 1,936
Posted By Ian 748
Wasn’t really fussed when I bought mine, E or S...

Wasn’t really fussed when I bought mine, E or S would have been fine at the time. A few years on and to be honest I’m really glad I got the S. Not that it performs any better but like Antonye I much...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 23:18
Replies: 19
Views: 2,235
Posted By Ian 748
Agreed :cool:

Agreed :cool:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jan-2006, 02:46
Replies: 3
Views: 1,197
Posted By Ian 748
Not like you to beat around the bush Keef...

Not like you to beat around the bush Keef :lol::lol:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Jan-2006, 01:31
Replies: 16
Views: 4,408
Posted By Ian 748
RAC here as well, got it for the car but it...

RAC here as well, got it for the car but it covers the person as already said just hope I never need it.
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Dec-2005, 22:42
Replies: 14
Views: 2,619
Posted By Ian 748
Oooo now that’s just a tease, I bet you’ve some...

Oooo now that’s just a tease, I bet you’ve some err… more artistic pics, the ones that show everything.:o:lol:
Post um when you take um mate as it’s a fair bet that pic 2 is pretty much all I’ll...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Dec-2005, 01:36
Replies: 14
Views: 2,619
Posted By Ian 748
999 eh! Another big un that’s all I needed, now...

999 eh! Another big un that’s all I needed, now I’m Feeling all on me own… kind’ a small and inadequate…the runt of the BHC litter as it were.:( Some nice pics of pristine steed are needed Mark you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Dec-2005, 21:30
Replies: 17
Views: 2,500
Posted By Ian 748
Hello Simon. Always room for one more...

Hello Simon.
Always room for one more Stella:devil:. Cheers.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Oct-2005, 00:35
Replies: 12
Views: 2,038
Posted By Ian 748
The clutch on my 748 is just over 16000 miles old...

The clutch on my 748 is just over 16000 miles old and is understandably as noisy as a very noisy thing. It bites at the last bit of leaver travel and feels well past its best but just goes on and on...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 23:53
Replies: 15
Views: 2,589
Posted By Ian 748
I feel like that every time I press the start...

I feel like that every time I press the start button.
:D:D:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 23:22
Replies: 15
Views: 2,589
Posted By Ian 748
2002 748s. No cooler on mine just a mesh grill,...

2002 748s. No cooler on mine just a mesh grill, that’s probably what fordies seen. ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Sep-2005, 00:05
Replies: 11
Views: 2,640
Posted By Ian 748
Yes mate, sounds exactly like the stains on...

Yes mate, sounds exactly like the stains on mine:( (same side even). They were there when I bought it 3 years ago so I’ve no idea what caused them. As you say though they do seem to be under the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Sep-2005, 23:56
Replies: 16
Views: 2,763
Posted By Ian 748
Dust trapped in the clutch can cause a few...

Dust trapped in the clutch can cause a few peculiarities and builds up surprisingly quickly if you’re banging on the miles. Welcome to the board and I’d like a Stella please.:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2005, 16:04
Replies: 29
Views: 2,998
Posted By Ian 748
Just waiting for it to roll of the screen.:smug:

Just waiting for it to roll of the screen.:smug:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2005, 01:29
Replies: 19
Views: 2,681
Posted By Ian 748
Ah… that ull explain it then:flame:. :eureka:Will...

Ah… that ull explain it then:flame:. :eureka:Will try pressing it twice.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2005, 00:53
Replies: 19
Views: 2,681
Posted By Ian 748
:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol: My wife has one...

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

My wife has one as well and I’m told it’s a cold start but it doesn’t seem to work.:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jul-2005, 00:01
Replies: 6
Views: 1,156
Posted By Ian 748
Perhaps it had gone into sleep mode or some such....

Perhaps it had gone into sleep mode or some such. My Meta needs the ignition to be turned on and off before the key fob will work in this mode??
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jul-2005, 02:58
Replies: 46
Views: 9,705
Posted By Ian 748
I have spoken to quite a few people who have had...

I have spoken to quite a few people who have had dukes, some will have them forever and some never again. I think with a duke you either get it (as in soul/character/feeling) or you don’t .If someone...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jul-2005, 02:05
Replies: 46
Views: 9,705
Posted By Ian 748
Most things are down on performance to an r1...

Most things are down on performance to an r1 especially a 748 twin, but for me that’s not what a 748 is about. Leave the straight bits for those that know no better and spend your time in the...
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