Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 24-Aug-2014, 08:18 |
Replies: 3 Views: 5,831 Hi Skidlids. The roads aren't too bad at all,... Hi Skidlids. The roads aren't too bad at all, but then again I moved here from Jersey so anything is an improvement! Bit busy with tourists for the moment but as soon as the season is over plenty... |
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 17-Aug-2014, 20:23 |
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Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 25-Jul-2014, 14:37 |
Replies: 3 Views: 5,831 Any up and coming meets or events in Cornwall? Hi DSC Folk, Returning to the forum after a bit of an absence. As per the thread title, just wondering if there are any events on the horizon down Cornwall way? Also, I saw in another thread a... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Mar-2011, 13:40 |
Replies: 18 Views: 4,310 The old adage goes "speed costs - how fast... The old adage goes "speed costs - how fast can you afford to go?". Now you have uttered the fateful words "money doesn't really matter", so my suggestion would be to approach one of the... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jan-2010, 12:53 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jan-2010, 20:14 |
Replies: 11 Views: 3,830 Hi Guys, compliments of the season. I couldn't... Hi Guys, compliments of the season. I couldn't help notice the subject of this topic, what with me having sent my 998 sliding up the road on its side yesterday (what a ****!). I don't suppose any... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Dec-2009, 14:10 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Dec-2009, 16:54 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Dec-2009, 14:18 |
Replies: 9 Views: 3,182 HID Kit Experiences? Hi Folks and a Happy Christmas to you all. I know the nights are getting shorter now, but I’m still interested in improving the lights on my 998. Has anyone on the forum fitted one of these well... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Nov-2009, 08:59 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Nov-2009, 08:58 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Nov-2009, 19:52 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Nov-2009, 16:13 |
Replies: 13 Views: 3,363 Whilst I was reading Shazam's article, Ghost... Whilst I was reading Shazam's article, Ghost posted the answer I am seeking. Ghost - many thanks - Just to be absolutely sure (and before I do more damage because I have misunderstood your answer)... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Nov-2009, 16:09 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Nov-2009, 14:56 |
Replies: 13 Views: 3,363 Regulator/Rectifier Wiring Help Please. Hi Folks - 2002 998 Bip There are 3 yellow wires that come out of the reg/rec, which lead to a block connector. The other side of the block connector has 3 yellow wires leaving the connector. On my... |
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Jul-2009, 09:25 |
Replies: 2 Views: 2,304 Thanks Frank. I've had a look at theSpeedzilla... Thanks Frank. I've had a look at theSpeedzilla threads - fiddly, as you say, but doable. However, I have to find a solution - my buddies wife is so sick of bad starting she's thinking of buying a... |
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2009, 13:46 |
Replies: 2 Views: 2,304 Odyssey PC310 in 999 Query Hi Folks in 999 land, Odyssey PC310 Does any one have any experience of this battery as a replacement for the OE in the 999Bip? If yes, does it fit the battery mounting? And does it truly provide... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jul-2009, 09:15 |
Replies: 1 Views: 1,329 Replacing coolant advice please. Morning Peeps, This weekend I am replacing the coolant in my 998 . Whilst I have done many things on this, and other Ducatis, I have never worked on the cooling circuit. I have the mixture sorted... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jul-2009, 13:45 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jul-2009, 12:52 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jul-2009, 16:53 |
Replies: 5 Views: 1,635 748 - 998 Improved Cooling Query Hi Guys, Is anyone out there using a coolant additive/supplement with or in place of water/antifreeze on their 748 to 998? My 998 runs plenty hot in this weather, and I would like to see a little... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jun-2009, 14:14 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,775 I bought a set of well used 3 spoke OE Brembos... I bought a set of well used 3 spoke OE Brembos for my track wets - the rear has a few places with reddy-brown stains. No cleaning solution or solvent that I can find will remove it without buggering... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Apr-2009, 14:35 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Mar-2009, 13:03 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Mar-2009, 15:41 |
Replies: 19 Views: 2,814 Hello Folks, On the LTSSSSA... Hello Folks, On the LTSSSSA (longer-than-standard-single-sided-swing-arm) topic, does anyone know: - Is the cut-and-shut lengthened standard arm a viable option? - Does this option offer... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Feb-2009, 13:08 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2009, 12:45 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,831 Thanks Martin - cool tip (groan). Well worth... Thanks Martin - cool tip (groan). Well worth knowing. I have just found a lot of water in the block connector for the ignition pick-up sensor - which seems pretty suspicious to me. Once that is all... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Feb-2009, 16:18 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,831 Quick update: - PC111 eliminated as possible... Quick update: - PC111 eliminated as possible cause (for the second time). - Different ECU tried - nope. - Removed, cleaned etc ECU ground plate, and earth - nope. - ECU plugs closely examined,... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Feb-2009, 16:09 |
Replies: 3 Views: 2,222 998 ECU Connector Query Hi Folks, Can anyone help with this one. 2 large multi-pin connectors plug in to the ECU on the 998, one upper and one lower. The lower connector on mine is cracked, and the rotating bar that... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2009, 13:23 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2009, 13:13 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,831 Skidlids – thanks for the multi-pin connector... Skidlids – thanks for the multi-pin connector legend. That could be useful for so many things. Nelly/Skidlids – do you have the correct figures for the air gap clearance on the crank sensor? I... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Feb-2009, 13:04 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,831 Thanks Guys for your suggestions: Chaz – the... Thanks Guys for your suggestions: Chaz – the rectifier cables show no signs of the insulation melting, although the block connector has “darkened” around the terminals, suggesting to me it does get... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Feb-2009, 17:23 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,831 Help Please - 998 Misfire Woes Hi Guys, Apologies in advance if this post is a bit long, but I want to give all the details so that anyone with any advice for me knows all the relevant info. The bike is a 2002 998 Bip, DP... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Dec-2006, 16:27 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Dec-2006, 13:31 |
Replies: 21 Views: 4,561 I strongly recommend getting a 3/4 inch drive... I strongly recommend getting a 3/4 inch drive socket and a 3/4 inch drive breaker bar. I broke/bent the following trying to remove mine: 2 x 1/2 in breaker bars, 2 (good) 1/2 in ratchets, 2 x 1/2... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Nov-2006, 12:55 |
Replies: 12 Views: 2,237 Many moons ago when I changed the oil screen on... Many moons ago when I changed the oil screen on my old DR750 (no really), I found a complete cam chain tensioner, in bits, resting in the bottom of the engine. I checked, and there was aonother one... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Nov-2006, 12:50 |
Replies: 21 Views: 3,822 Just a thought - try replacing the fuel pump... Just a thought - try replacing the fuel pump relay which is under the battery and very vulnerable to moisture and corrosion. They only cost abnout £5 - I had similar probs with cutting out whilst... |
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Sep-2006, 13:14 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,868 Sye, Go to this website - calculates the... Sye, Go to this website - calculates the effects of all gearing changes for YOUR bike. http://www.xs4all.nl/~ator0437/gc/ It is great fun as well - see what sprox you need for a 260mph... |
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2006, 08:38 |
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Forum: 999 / 749 30-Aug-2006, 13:22 |
Replies: 133 Views: 31,612 It's probably way too late but, Ducati - if... It's probably way too late but, Ducati - if you're reading this: Make the bodywork easy and quick to remove/replace. Make the fuel tank bigger. Make the mirrors work. Have little bit of storage... |
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Aug-2006, 13:26 |
Replies: 133 Views: 31,612 Here's a (long, rambly) thought, Most of the... Here's a (long, rambly) thought, Most of the comments on this matter have been directed at the appearance of the new model and the 998/999. Not many comments on the serious loss of practicality... |
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 17-Aug-2006, 12:55 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2006, 12:41 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Aug-2006, 13:05 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2006, 14:36 |
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Forum: 999 / 749 01-Aug-2006, 08:39 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Aug-2006, 08:37 |
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Forum: 999 / 749 31-Jul-2006, 08:56 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Jul-2006, 08:35 |
Replies: 6 Views: 1,695 Hmmm - interesting. Ducy2 - did the pads get... Hmmm - interesting. Ducy2 - did the pads get knocked out of your 4 pad or your 2 pad claipers? This is something I would prefer to avoid. I can see an upside to this though - if the buzzing stops,... |
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Jul-2006, 17:51 |
Replies: 6 Views: 2,018 Anyone using wavey discs? A question for anyone who is using wavey discs with 4-pad calipers. Do you find that the wavey discs feel any different from ordinary discs? Specifically, when braking do you get any buzzing or... |