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Forum: 999 / 749 15-Oct-2006, 08:42
Replies: 25
Views: 3,989
Posted By KP
I had one of Pro Twins seat's which I sold with...

I had one of Pro Twins seat's which I sold with an HCRactech GP unit. It is good for the track, it raises you about 11 or 12 mm and you do notice the difference.
I tended, as I say, to keep mine...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Sep-2006, 22:05
Replies: 4
Views: 1,312
Posted By KP
Hi Eavesy, I dont know personally as I lived in...

Hi Eavesy,

I dont know personally as I lived in a different part of Holland for a couple of years, but I still work for a Dutch Bank here in the UK so I will have a word with some of the guys in...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Sep-2006, 14:15
Replies: 2
Views: 1,400
Posted By KP
Thumbs up Many thanks indeed Loz.

Many thanks indeed Loz.
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Sep-2006, 14:02
Replies: 2
Views: 1,400
Posted By KP
Question Nut size

Hi,

I have an '03 999 biposto, can anyone tell me the socket size I will need to remove the rear wheel nuts please, and what torque I will need to tighten it back up to?

Thanks,

KP
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Sep-2006, 13:00
Replies: 5
Views: 1,564
Posted By KP
I don't know if its the same, but on my 999 the...

I don't know if its the same, but on my 999 the side fairings have a male locating pin on them, the female that was not on the updated carbon nose cone I had.
Its tricky to replicate where the holes...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Sep-2006, 14:09
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By KP
and to you..

and to you..
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Sep-2006, 13:27
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By KP
Hi Fab, You have a PM in your inbox. kp

Hi Fab,

You have a PM in your inbox.

kp
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Aug-2006, 16:27
Replies: 0
Views: 951
Posted By KP
Question Selling a 999

If, and it is only an if at the moment, I were to sell my Dec 03 999 bip with 7.5k miles on the clock, what can I expect to get?

I would reduce it to it's original spec. apart from the fitted JHP...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Aug-2006, 14:21
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By KP
My 'spare bodywork' comes from HC racetech...

My 'spare bodywork' comes from HC racetech (www.hcracetech.co.uk) and fits very well. It looks good too, so I actually use my bike with that on (road or track) and my origianl panels are all in the...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Aug-2006, 15:52
Replies: 1
Views: 1,266
Posted By KP
Thumbs up Luggage for 999/749

If you are looking for luggage to go on a **9, see my thread on Product reviews under Ventura luggage.

It's not Ventura luggage so I should probably have started a new thread but the product is...
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 15-Aug-2006, 15:40
Replies: 3
Views: 5,171
Posted By KP
Their telephone number is 01874 636666. kp

Their telephone number is 01874 636666.

kp
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 15-Aug-2006, 15:32
Replies: 3
Views: 5,171
Posted By KP
I dont know if I need to start a new thread or...

I dont know if I need to start a new thread or not, but I recently used this luggage on a 999 bip, Wylie1 also used it and so did a friend of ours on a GSXR750 on a trip to...
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Jul-2006, 18:01
Replies: 31
Views: 6,953
Posted By KP
For those interested the problem turned out to be...

For those interested the problem turned out to be one too many spacing plates in the outer edge of the basket. Two on the inside and two on the outside. It should only be one.

I had two on the...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Jul-2006, 08:34
Replies: 31
Views: 6,953
Posted By KP
I have had similar clutch problems. I have bled...

I have had similar clutch problems.

I have bled the system, I have fitted a replacement slave cylinder, I have replaced the bush in the centre of the clutch (something that apparently gets clogged...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-May-2006, 11:25
Replies: 24
Views: 3,405
Posted By KP
Sorry to ask a daft question but looking at my...

Sorry to ask a daft question but looking at my clutch fluid it has seperated into two different colours so I assume it needs replacing - it is also difficult to pull in the lever, even harer to find...
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 15-Mar-2006, 13:25
Replies: 1
Views: 6,004
Posted By KP
secure-a-bike

I am thinking of buying one of these (having converted my garage into a laundry room and shower room!) - does anyone use one or somthing...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Feb-2006, 18:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,397
Posted By KP
thanks all.:roll:

thanks all.:roll:
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Feb-2006, 16:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,397
Posted By KP
999 torque settings

I have a bit of tinkering to do like fitting a new front mudguard & fitting new clutch springs.

I understand that I need to take the front wheel off (and brake callipers?) to fit the front mudguard...
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jan-2006, 19:58
Replies: 9
Views: 1,136
Posted By KP
Cheers Zimbo. Access is the main thing against me...

Cheers Zimbo. Access is the main thing against me though.
thanks,
kp
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jan-2006, 18:04
Replies: 9
Views: 1,136
Posted By KP
The torx t20 seems to be promising. However I...

The torx t20 seems to be promising. However I only have the L shaped key but even tapping that is having an effect. So, I will wait and get a torx socket and try with that.
If not that doesnt do it...
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jan-2006, 17:46
Replies: 9
Views: 1,136
Posted By KP
I am afraid the bolt head is recessed. I will...

I am afraid the bolt head is recessed.
I will certainly try the torx route - back soon.

Thanks guys - all the suggestions are much appreciated.
kp
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jan-2006, 17:23
Replies: 9
Views: 1,136
Posted By KP
Hi Butch - good suggestion but I cant get any...

Hi Butch - good suggestion but I cant get any bite on it one way or the other I am afraid.
kp
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Jan-2006, 17:19
Replies: 164
Views: 31,958
Posted By KP
Brands please Ta vm:D

Brands please
Ta vm:D
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jan-2006, 17:14
Replies: 9
Views: 1,136
Posted By KP
Wing mirror removal

I am hoping someone can help me please.

After the last track day, hurridly fitting my wing mrrors back on I remember thinking at the time that I the allen key was 'slipping' when I tightened the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 19-Oct-2005, 23:33
Replies: 25
Views: 2,361
Posted By KP
I suggested putting that as an option because...

I suggested putting that as an option because track days seem to work on commitment - as shown by TA5. It seems to me that within the DSC there are those who may well be prepared to commit (as oppose...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 19-Oct-2005, 14:55
Replies: 74
Views: 15,179
Posted By KP
Perhaps you could add WeeJohnyB's suggestion...

Perhaps you could add WeeJohnyB's suggestion "to go direct" to the options and see if that generates interest too?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Oct-2005, 17:07
Replies: 74
Views: 15,179
Posted By KP
Completely agree with Ian's comments on open...

Completely agree with Ian's comments on open pitlane. I can't endorse it enough (& I too was one of, if not the, slowest).
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Oct-2005, 15:22
Replies: 74
Views: 15,179
Posted By KP
TOF's will have some too, you may want to check...

TOF's will have some too, you may want to check their site?
I went to Jerez and thoroughly enjoyed that (I think - having had my first track crash!).
Speaking to others who went there, Estoril is a...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 06-Oct-2005, 18:31
Replies: 106
Views: 22,829
Posted By KP
I was one of those, if not that person! To...

I was one of those, if not that person! To justify myself I had done one track day in July at Brands, then went to Jerez, low sided quickly at angel nieto on the first morning which swung my...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Oct-2005, 10:00
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xmb/viewthread.p...

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xmb/viewthread.php?tid=24761
there are full instructions on this thread.
kp
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Sep-2005, 19:29
Replies: 10
Views: 1,605
Posted By KP
I had an 'arsend' that was just that. I did...

I had an 'arsend' that was just that. I did exactly what bike mad did - its not a bad option at all. May not be bling but it does the job and its free.:)
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Sep-2005, 21:47
Replies: 4
Views: 1,133
Posted By KP
mmm... mine is covered in oily :o muck. Wiped it...

mmm... mine is covered in oily :o muck. Wiped it off and its KTM. Where are the pipes? I have the two braided pipes on the RHS (as you sit on the bike) which both have threaded nuts. Where would the...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Sep-2005, 21:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,133
Posted By KP
999 recall

Just got home to a recall letter from Ducati, apparently there is a possibility that the oil cooler on some machines could fail and cause an oil leak - which could potentially leak on the rear...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Sep-2005, 19:11
Replies: 15
Views: 2,009
Posted By KP
Europe, outside of the UK, has its own internal...

Europe, outside of the UK, has its own internal battles in it's banking systems believe me.

I have lived in the Netherlands, work for a AAA Bank, seen both sides of the coin and could go on for...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Sep-2005, 17:47
Replies: 15
Views: 2,009
Posted By KP
Cross border payments have been an issue since...

Cross border payments have been an issue since the Euro was introduced. There are currently three eu intitiatives on the subject but in the benelux countries things arent too bad - as crunchy says....
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 27-Sep-2005, 11:40
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
Thanks Tonio - I started a new thread on this and...

Thanks Tonio - I started a new thread on this and wished I hadn't opened the can of worms. :o

Last evening, by six'ish, it was overcast and if I were on the road, would definately have wanted a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Sep-2005, 14:36
Replies: 11
Views: 2,638
Posted By KP
IMHO I find that a rag sprayed with WD40 and...

IMHO I find that a rag sprayed with WD40 and elbow grease will remove sticky chain lube, tar and most unsavoury stains. Obviously being very careful not to get it on the tyres and making sure to...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 24-Sep-2005, 08:39
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
Whats wrong with my recent mods? They give my 999...

Whats wrong with my recent mods? They give my 999 character!! - well the right hand side anyway :D

Time will tell - hot and spicy Wylie1?:devil:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 23-Sep-2005, 21:09
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
safety in numbers sounds good! What are you...

safety in numbers sounds good! What are you riding Rob?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 23-Sep-2005, 00:05
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
Look far ahead - it slows down the track and...

Look far ahead - it slows down the track and without realising it your peripheral vision will guide you on the route you looked forward at. Similarly, don't watch someone if they go off infront of...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Sep-2005, 10:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,251
Posted By KP
TOF\'s @ Jerez

I am off this afternoon to Jerez with TOF's.
Is there anyone from the DSC going??
:D
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Sep-2005, 19:19
Replies: 11
Views: 1,916
Posted By KP
1 kg costs approx £9.50 if that helps? Thats...

1 kg costs approx £9.50 if that helps?

Thats postage to Sweden not anything else white and powdery before some dealer comes and takes my arm off!!
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Sep-2005, 14:58
Replies: 11
Views: 1,916
Posted By KP
FYI - Cable is about 1.83 today which would...

FYI - Cable is about 1.83 today which would convert to approx £188; But I guess the credit card company will use a rip-off exchange rate.:flame:
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Sep-2005, 14:52
Replies: 11
Views: 1,916
Posted By KP
Hi Ian, As you know I was going to get mine from...

Hi Ian,

As you know I was going to get mine from the States when go over early November. If no one else wants to take up your offer, then I can get yours when I get mine (I might even be able to...
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Sep-2005, 19:00
Replies: 36
Views: 4,753
Posted By KP
Hi Ian, We may have crossed paths on another...

Hi Ian,
We may have crossed paths on another thread about bar risers. I am definately looking to get the cyclecat ones for my 999 see thread -...
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Sep-2005, 14:27
Replies: 4
Views: 1,119
Posted By KP
I hear that Andorra is the place to get leathers....

I hear that Andorra is the place to get leathers. Wylie1 got his there - give him a shout.:)
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Sep-2005, 23:53
Replies: 19
Views: 2,106
Posted By KP
I spoke to the guys at Cyclecat and they are...

I spoke to the guys at Cyclecat and they are supposed to make a good difference in comfort riding postition and are relativley easy to fit. I can appreciate that I should drop my elbows more, relax...
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2005, 16:27
Replies: 6
Views: 1,408
Posted By KP
I understood that it was a bit cooler because the...

I understood that it was a bit cooler because the catalytic converter only operates at high temeperatures and so retains the heat more. Still hot though!!
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Aug-2005, 16:24
Replies: 58
Views: 13,343
Posted By KP
Hi Monty - you have a u2u. kp

Hi Monty - you have a u2u.

kp
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Aug-2005, 23:49
Replies: 14
Views: 2,318
Posted By KP
If you dont want to remove the rear wheel then...

If you dont want to remove the rear wheel then you can use a rear stand for a 9** with a single sided swing arm. You may be able to pick one of hose up cheaper?

Just slip it straight into the axle...
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