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Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Sep-2006, 17:25
Replies: 90
Views: 16,910
Posted By Mr_S
Set the protest fee at an appropriate level....

Set the protest fee at an appropriate level. Sufficient to cover the rebuild fee.

£1000.00

£250 probably only just covers the consumables, not even denting the labour.
Then if found innocent - the...
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Aug-2006, 14:43
Replies: 8
Views: 1,979
Posted By Mr_S
Virosol for the wheels diluted 10-1 (unless...

Virosol for the wheels diluted 10-1 (unless they're really filthy)
Autoglym Shampoo for the bodywork
Rinse with one of those flash spray guns (saves chamois work and is a very fine spray)
Any...
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 16-Apr-2006, 01:01
Replies: 6
Views: 2,894
Posted By Mr_S
:) Paul, give me a call / text if you're still...

:)

Paul, give me a call / text if you're still struggling and I'm sure I can find an hour to pop around.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Apr-2006, 00:56
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By Mr_S
Since you've already tried the screwdriver...

Since you've already tried the screwdriver method, and probably don't have enough filter left after tearing it for a strap wrench, you'll have to try drifting it out very gently.

There is a...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 12-Apr-2006, 00:26
Replies: 2
Views: 1,755
Posted By Mr_S
Have a look at...

Have a look at these

http://www.parcel2go.co.uk/

They can provide you with a US address for a fixed annual fee (about £20), then you pay shipping costs on top of that. Or if it's a one off, they do...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Mar-2006, 01:36
Replies: 7
Views: 1,479
Posted By Mr_S
Deej, Not what you want to hear, but I'd reckon...

Deej,

Not what you want to hear, but I'd reckon on about £3500.00 for the bike. Probably less if you need a quick sale. Unless you find someone who wants a preconverted 853.

There's a few later...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Mar-2006, 00:22
Replies: 20
Views: 3,376
Posted By Mr_S
Best pull your finger out then :) May drop in a...

Best pull your finger out then :)

May drop in a see you guys tomorrow as I haven't had a chance to call in for a month or so and I'm in Basingstoke bright and early!!!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 23:46
Replies: 20
Views: 3,376
Posted By Mr_S
Blue's a bit girly though ;) Wilf, I see you're...

Blue's a bit girly though ;)

Wilf, I see you're still leaving things to the last minute as usual...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 13-Mar-2006, 00:29
Replies: 13
Views: 3,378
Posted By Mr_S
I'm interested too.........

I'm interested too.........
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Mar-2006, 16:16
Replies: 14
Views: 1,743
Posted By Mr_S
I'm selling my T200 as it's not getting used...

I'm selling my T200 as it's not getting used enough. (3 times last year).

£100 inc postage if you want it.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 11:14
Replies: 13
Views: 1,565
Posted By Mr_S
I got these last year from a German chap on ebay....

I got these last year from a German chap on ebay. I think DesmoJen got a 50mm set as well.

http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/baffle in.jpg
http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/baffle out.jpg
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Feb-2006, 19:24
Replies: 18
Views: 2,417
Posted By Mr_S
Near Portsmouth, but I visit TVP quite regularly...

Near Portsmouth, but I visit TVP quite regularly and you're reading way aren't you?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Feb-2006, 18:03
Replies: 18
Views: 2,417
Posted By Mr_S
Got a full set all black inc tank & seat you...

Got a full set all black inc tank & seat you can loan

All on a break it bought it basis of course ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2006, 10:01
Replies: 18
Views: 2,413
Posted By Mr_S
29.99 for the pair. Well worth it. You don't...

29.99 for the pair.

Well worth it. You don't need to exert much effort at all to stay in the right position with them fitted. I put them on both my road and track tanks.
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 17-Jan-2006, 12:28
Replies: 10
Views: 12,297
Posted By Mr_S
NTL I'm on 10 meg for less than some are paying...

NTL

I'm on 10 meg for less than some are paying for 2 meg.

Always on, no issues, less contention than ADSL, my IP's permanent as long as my cable modem's powered up (never off).

I can also have...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 03-Jan-2006, 12:01
Replies: 25
Views: 3,883
Posted By Mr_S
Stowe is an excellent circuit for practising the...

Stowe is an excellent circuit for practising the CSS drills.

In fact, I go so far as to suggest, that the more "exciting" circuits are inappropriate for practicing drills due to the multitude of...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Jan-2006, 02:00
Replies: 42
Views: 6,645
Posted By Mr_S
If memory serves me correc, the RIDE Test which...

If memory serves me correc, the RIDE Test which keeps cropping up was on sub £400 helmets, the Arai Corsair wasn't tested as it's officially more than that, same for the Shoei X-Spirit

Copy ...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 31-Dec-2005, 02:50
Replies: 42
Views: 6,645
Posted By Mr_S
Whereas I find my Corsair quieter than the...

Whereas I find my Corsair quieter than the Shoei's I've had previously.

They also come with pinlock as standard now.

Had mine a few months, and am chuffed to bits with it after 10 yrs of Shoei's.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2005, 13:55
Replies: 35
Views: 3,149
Posted By Mr_S
May be able to ditch the flywheel completely

May be able to ditch the flywheel completely
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Dec-2005, 22:48
Replies: 35
Views: 3,149
Posted By Mr_S
Pipercross Filters FIM Chip CAM Dial In / Top end...

Pipercross Filters
FIM Chip
CAM Dial In / Top end refresh
853 Conversion / SP Conversion
Full Dyno Setup for each of the above

Termi's depend on the price. They can be had quite cheap now, so it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Dec-2005, 15:33
Replies: 5
Views: 1,098
Posted By Mr_S
Paul, Does your tank also have the fuel pump? If...

Paul,

Does your tank also have the fuel pump? If so, split them as you'll get more for the separate items than combined.

Clip-ons have been going on eBay for around £30 / pair.

Wait until march /...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Dec-2005, 00:38
Replies: 19
Views: 1,556
Posted By Mr_S
Me too. Very please with it too :D

Me too.

Very please with it too :D
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Dec-2005, 00:32
Replies: 21
Views: 2,794
Posted By Mr_S
I've an oil filled heater in the garage that gets...

I've an oil filled heater in the garage that gets switched on at the first sign of frost.

It doesn't warm the garage enough for the bike to be affected, though it manages to keep my leathers damp...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Dec-2005, 01:30
Replies: 164
Views: 31,964
Posted By Mr_S
Brands - Yes Cadwell - Maybe Oulton - No...

Brands - Yes
Cadwell - Maybe
Oulton - No Septembers blocked for a trip to Imola (again :) )
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-Dec-2005, 21:54
Replies: 9
Views: 1,283
Posted By Mr_S
Ducati Riding Experience is the thing to look...

Ducati Riding Experience is the thing to look at.

Worth every penny :)

Keep an eye on Ducati.com for next years dates.
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 09-Dec-2005, 01:09
Replies: 23
Views: 5,792
Posted By Mr_S
Newsgroups my friend :)

Newsgroups my friend :)
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 09-Dec-2005, 00:03
Replies: 23
Views: 5,792
Posted By Mr_S
On the subject of cable, I get 10Mb from NTL for...

On the subject of cable, I get 10Mb from NTL for £34 / pcm. There's a 75Gb fair use limit on that, but I've exceeded that on many an occasion. But since I avoid peer to peer and don't clutter the...
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 05-Dec-2005, 12:19
Replies: 6
Views: 6,539
Posted By Mr_S
www.richersounds.com Relisys 17" for about...

www.richersounds.com

Relisys 17" for about £299

http://ws4.richersounds.com/showproduct.php?cda=showproduct&pid=RELI-RLT17AP15
Forum: General Motorcycles only 01-Dec-2005, 01:11
Replies: 7
Views: 1,434
Posted By Mr_S
Can't see it being illegal or considered...

Can't see it being illegal or considered dangerous by insurers. Autocom actively market the ability to use MP3 / SatNav etc with their systems. I've also seen several bluetooth solutions recently...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 15-Nov-2005, 16:05
Replies: 4
Views: 1,132
Posted By Mr_S
the rear line for a 916/748 is 10% of the cost of...

the rear line for a 916/748 is 10% of the cost of the front line and twice as long if you're buying from a dealer.

Ford brake line hose works, but is slightly narrower bore (tighter fit). I've...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Nov-2005, 10:21
Replies: 16
Views: 2,435
Posted By Mr_S
Keefer had his frame, swingarm and top yoke done...

Keefer had his frame, swingarm and top yoke done in black last winter for his big rebuild.

There's some pics somewhere.....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Oct-2005, 18:30
Replies: 3
Views: 1,650
Posted By Mr_S
Impoverished and Ohlins don't normally sit...

Impoverished and Ohlins don't normally sit together in the same discussion!!!! ;)

Sorry, don't know the dims.
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 21-Oct-2005, 10:40
Replies: 5
Views: 12,976
Posted By Mr_S
Try www.insureandgo.com

Try www.insureandgo.com
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-Oct-2005, 14:24
Replies: 18
Views: 2,943
Posted By Mr_S
Box of 200 SNR34 MAX plugs should cost around £15...

Box of 200 SNR34 MAX plugs should cost around £15 delivered.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Oct-2005, 14:18
Replies: 13
Views: 2,622
Posted By Mr_S
I've got one that I got from Alan at AJ Racing...

I've got one that I got from Alan at AJ Racing (no longer trading cos he's got a race team job). Not branded in anyway so can't comment on that.

Central nut makes it a breeze to adjust.

Not sure if...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Oct-2005, 17:44
Replies: 11
Views: 1,544
Posted By Mr_S
FIM replacement...

FIM replacement chip

http://www.fuelinmoto.com.au/fimult.html

Call Steve or Wilf at MotoRapido.
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Oct-2005, 01:29
Replies: 17
Views: 1,730
Posted By Mr_S
I've had the pleasure of running one round a...

I've had the pleasure of running one round a track for the day, and have to say I was mightily impressed.

But I haven't bought one.

Yet.....

As far as looks go, I'll stick with the 916 shape,...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 04-Oct-2005, 10:53
Replies: 16
Views: 4,187
Posted By Mr_S
Barnsey, as Yeti's said, the DSC day is probably...

Barnsey, as Yeti's said, the DSC day is probably the best way to try out a track day before taking on a commercial day.

If you've never been to a trackday before, and are worried about being a bit...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 03-Oct-2005, 19:41
Replies: 16
Views: 4,187
Posted By Mr_S
pure speculation, but at the indy circuit, approx...

pure speculation, but at the indy circuit, approx 5 second spread across each group, with possibly some overlap between groups, and novice having a broader spread of times.

e.g.

Novice 60-75...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Sep-2005, 13:24
Replies: 35
Views: 4,291
Posted By Mr_S
Mine's arrived today, Cheers Nat.

Mine's arrived today,

Cheers Nat.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2005, 22:44
Replies: 8
748
Views: 1,468
Posted By Mr_S
Hello dino, Dibble's pretty much right with the...

Hello dino, Dibble's pretty much right with the charges, although some specialists may be cheaper.

Whereabouts are you, maybe we could steer you to a nearby specialist for servicing advice,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2005, 20:46
Replies: 6
Views: 1,645
Posted By Mr_S
180/55 for the tyre Why not use an Ultimap ECU...

180/55 for the tyre

Why not use an Ultimap ECU instead of a PC. It's a lot more configurable (front & rear cylinder maps for a start)

http://www.fuelinmoto.com.au/

I believe Sigma import them, and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2005, 11:59
Replies: 4
Views: 1,433
Posted By Mr_S
Depends on which side the stand fits (there are 2...

Depends on which side the stand fits (there are 2 types around)

Typically, the stand fits into the hole on the sprocket side, to allow you to remove the wheel.

The chain / sprockets can be removed...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2005, 11:49
Replies: 11
Views: 2,431
Posted By Mr_S
Ditto Rushjobs comments. They don't hang about...

Ditto Rushjobs comments.

They don't hang about sending the stuff out either.
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Sep-2005, 14:33
Replies: 30
Views: 3,252
Posted By Mr_S
Isn't black a standard colour for 06 with yellow...

Isn't black a standard colour for 06 with yellow being dropped?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Sep-2005, 01:08
Replies: 35
Views: 4,291
Posted By Mr_S
I'll take one u2u the details, or bring a roll...

I'll take one

u2u the details, or bring a roll to Imola :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Sep-2005, 18:56
Replies: 15
Views: 2,126
Posted By Mr_S
Best of luck Alan, more time with family's always...

Best of luck Alan, more time with family's always a winner.

We've chatted a couple of times on the phone, and always been happy with the frank and honest answers :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Sep-2005, 01:13
Replies: 25
Views: 3,834
Posted By Mr_S
Tony, The GS has naff all winter protection,...

Tony,

The GS has naff all winter protection, and is an off road bike (been there, done that). Unless you're planning a few off road trips, get a sports tourer instead of an adventure...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Sep-2005, 01:07
Replies: 25
Views: 3,834
Posted By Mr_S
Nah, the GS is the daddy, will hold its value,...

Nah, the GS is the daddy, will hold its value, and is big enough to intimidate cages.

Although for the road I'd consider a K1200 instead during winter (or a car)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Sep-2005, 01:04
Replies: 25
Views: 3,834
Posted By Mr_S
HP2 Launch tomorrow though, just get one of them...

HP2 Launch tomorrow though, just get one of them instead :)

Or, have a look here...
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