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Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Nov-2005, 11:23
Replies: 4
Views: 1,477
Posted By PaulC
Thanks gents. Having just talked to my brother,...

Thanks gents. Having just talked to my brother, he has found a guy (ex Aussie superbike champion) who repairs wheels and thinks it should be OK. About $100 for the repair compared to $1500 for a new...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Nov-2005, 10:11
Replies: 4
Views: 1,477
Posted By PaulC
Front Wheel

Quick update from "Down Under" and a quick question for my knowledgeable UK folk.

Decided to get back into dirt bikes so had to decide whether to sell the ST2 or 996 to fund this change. Decided to...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Jul-2005, 05:44
Replies: 2
Views: 1,562
Posted By PaulC
Engine Compression/Oil Pressure

Can any of you guys that happen to have a workshop manual/Haynes manual appropriate for the ST2 tell me what the engine compression figures are listed as, plus the oil pressure.

Cheers,
Paul
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 05-Jul-2005, 05:28
Replies: 2
Views: 1,845
Posted By PaulC
Coolant System Bleeding?

Hey guys, have been unable to find a good source of ducati info back here in Oz, so I will look to my old UK mates for input. Have just been doing a 20K service on the ST2 and flushed the water...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-May-2005, 12:03
Replies: 9
Views: 3,396
Posted By PaulC
Agree with Keefy. The light won't cause the...

Agree with Keefy. The light won't cause the problem, not unless you have the ignition switched on for ages before you go to start it. The gizmo for the headlight (I have one fitted to the ST2) is...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Nov-2004, 16:36
Replies: 17
Views: 3,356
Posted By PaulC
Apparently the change to oil bath clutch is to...

Apparently the change to oil bath clutch is to assist with meeting the new noise emmission requirements, not durability. If they made the bikes perfect we wouldn't have all the fun of searching for...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 15-Nov-2004, 13:14
Replies: 17
Views: 3,356
Posted By PaulC
Not aware of any other big changes between 2004...

Not aware of any other big changes between 2004 and 05 (but haven't been looking), but regard the clutch question I expect you will get wildly different responses. Personally I don't mind the noise...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Nov-2004, 13:52
Replies: 6
Views: 2,095
Posted By PaulC
I assume you mean you want replacement pipes that...

I assume you mean you want replacement pipes that ditch the catalytic convertor. If so there are numerous posts on this, but I if you go to the second page of posts you will find a couple. There are...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Nov-2004, 18:24
Replies: 15
Views: 2,901
Posted By PaulC
Yep, if you are not worried about lap times and...

Yep, if you are not worried about lap times and your ego, it comes down to the simple fact that riding any bike towards its and your limits is fun!! Must admit having the 996 as a track bike is an...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Nov-2004, 10:23
Replies: 15
Views: 2,901
Posted By PaulC
A few suggestions: - I have been running...

A few suggestions:

- I have been running Michelin Pilot Roads on the ST for a while including a couple of track days and have found them to be pretty good. They need a bit of time to warm up but are...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Oct-2004, 12:18
Replies: 65
Views: 16,721
Posted By PaulC
Ditto to all of the above from Jools. I have the...

Ditto to all of the above from Jools. I have the luxury of having an ST2 and 996 in the shed, but honestly if anyone had to go it would be the 996. The ST2 is a great allrounder. As Jools says, you...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 13-Oct-2004, 21:56
Replies: 4
Views: 2,209
Posted By PaulC
Having had 2 reg/rec fail so far it would appear...

Having had 2 reg/rec fail so far it would appear they don't necessarily go the same way each time. The first one gave no real indications of problems other than the battery light stayed on...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Sep-2004, 10:02
Replies: 11
Views: 3,042
Posted By PaulC
Did they have to fail it on the headlight beam???...

Did they have to fail it on the headlight beam??? You would have thought any half decent assessor would have just got out there trusty screwdriver and lowered it appropriately - all of 5 seconds...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2004, 13:31
Replies: 4
Views: 1,266
Posted By PaulC
I've managed it with option 1, just have to get...

I've managed it with option 1, just have to get the stands under the hinges and drilled extra holes in the stands to get the correct height.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2004, 16:32
Replies: 14
Views: 2,396
Posted By PaulC
Your secret is safe with us mate.

Your secret is safe with us mate.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 22:34
Replies: 14
Views: 2,396
Posted By PaulC
Only suggestion is don't let anyone talk you into...

Only suggestion is don't let anyone talk you into getting rid of the ST. I have been lucky enough to have both the 996 and ST in the garage and while originally got the fiscal approval to get the 996...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 12:18
Replies: 0
Views: 1,228
Posted By PaulC
Spiegler brake discs

Need a spare set of discs for the 996 and have the option on a pair of Speigler discs. Has anyone had any experience with these?
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-Jul-2004, 15:50
Replies: 3
Views: 2,371
Posted By PaulC
Or another set on...

Or another set on e-bay.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=30240&item=7913144925&rd=1
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2004, 10:36
Replies: 0
Views: 1,168
Posted By PaulC
Ride Height measurement - pic No 2

Looks like I need to set up my own website to make this easier. Anyway, here is pic #2
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2004, 10:34
Replies: 0
Views: 1,156
Posted By PaulC
£1 Ride Height Measurement Tool

Had to start a new topic to allow the pictures to be posted. For those that are interested, here they are.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jun-2004, 10:17
Replies: 3
Views: 990
Posted By PaulC
I made up a ride height tool for a total cost of...

I made up a ride height tool for a total cost of about £1. Need about 1m length of wood (I used 1in square) and circular hole saw set. Cut out two plugs of the right diameter to fit into your frame...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-Jun-2004, 22:19
Replies: 4
Views: 2,534
Posted By PaulC
I'd second that. Suggest that it has failed in...

I'd second that. Suggest that it has failed in the open position such that the fluid is not able to get up to temp. At least it is better than the shut position where you risk cooking the engine if...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jun-2004, 13:51
Replies: 8
Views: 1,594
Posted By PaulC
I have a Data Tool alarm on mine and have a...

I have a Data Tool alarm on mine and have a similar problem. If I can get it into maintenance mod and leave it for a while it is OK, but may have to look for the source of the problem as it can be...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-May-2004, 14:12
Replies: 9
Views: 2,456
Posted By PaulC
I'll put in a plug for Aussie components. I have...

I'll put in a plug for Aussie components. I have Staintune pipes on my ST2 and they are pretty good - nice note and good quality. They do both carbon and stainless, but my preference is the stainless...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-May-2004, 14:03
Replies: 4
Views: 3,007
Posted By PaulC
I have a 97 ST2 as well and as far as I am aware...

I have a 97 ST2 as well and as far as I am aware it is not considered a recall item. I have had two rectifiers replaced (and two batteries), all out of warranty period, and have not been able to get...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-May-2004, 12:29
Replies: 6
Views: 1,154
Posted By PaulC
This would seem about typical for a Duke,...

This would seem about typical for a Duke, although maybe slightly high. Mine runs at about 70 at normal operating conditions and used to rise to about 95 before the fan kicked in, if you were in...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Apr-2004, 19:58
Replies: 13
Views: 3,896
Posted By PaulC
If you buy this weeks MCN it has a catalogue in...

If you buy this weeks MCN it has a catalogue in it which I noted an extension for the ST front guard. Unfortunately I have already ditched the catalogue so can't give you the details.
Forum: Tyres 09-Mar-2004, 09:43
Replies: 4
Views: 2,203
Posted By PaulC
I'm glad as I have just ordered a set for...

I'm glad as I have just ordered a set for the 996 after considering the options. £160 delivered from Robson Racing (01789 450822) was the best I could get.
Forum: Tyres 05-Mar-2004, 15:07
Replies: 5
Views: 2,308
Posted By PaulC
996 Recommendations

I know this has been done before, but after suggestions with the following criteria:

- currently running BT010s - seem to be OK, but not used anything else
- will be reasonably paced road riding...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Feb-2004, 10:32
Replies: 7
Views: 3,921
Posted By PaulC
Gotta support the MCN findings that the wax based...

Gotta support the MCN findings that the wax based lubes are crap. I have been using the Castrol wax lube and even with lubing thoroughly after each ride the chains are corroding while parked in the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Feb-2004, 17:32
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By PaulC
Machined Billet Top Triple Clamp

Can't remember who I was talking to at the AGM about machined top triple clamps, but saw this one on e-bay for anyone interested.

...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Jan-2004, 17:39
Replies: 5
Views: 2,264
Posted By PaulC
Congrats, just make sure that what happens to so...

Congrats, just make sure that what happens to so many doesn't happen to you - the new child forces responsibility on you and the bikes disappear.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jan-2004, 10:51
Replies: 9
Views: 1,809
Posted By PaulC
Dazza, I imported my ST2 from Australia...

Dazza,
I imported my ST2 from Australia at start of 02, and it costed bugger all to get registered here. All I had to do was get an MOT, tax it and register it, all up about 200 quid. At...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 23-Dec-2003, 18:20
Replies: 5
Views: 2,264
Posted By PaulC
Go and have a look at www.bike-gizmos.com. They...

Go and have a look at www.bike-gizmos.com. They have a hazard light setup, as well as a few other useful additions. I have the headlight gizmo (as mine is an Australian bike with a hard wired light)...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Dec-2003, 21:16
Replies: 4
Views: 1,732
Posted By PaulC
I bought mine from Performance parts, address...

I bought mine from Performance parts, address below. Sell by the foot and seems to be reasonable quality.

http://www.performancemotorcycleparts.com/
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2003, 17:00
Replies: 3
Views: 1,221
Posted By PaulC
Thanks guys, some good wisdom here and at the...

Thanks guys, some good wisdom here and at the link provided by Shazaam. Might have to suggest to the management team that some of this wisdom gets put into a FAQ type page for 74*/9**, as I am sure...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2003, 14:04
Replies: 3
Views: 1,221
Posted By PaulC
Guidance for buying 916/996

Wish to appeal to the collective wisdom out there. I am seriously looking at buying a 996/916, but not having closely followed the development and associated issues (were always out of my price...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 31-Jul-2003, 15:12
Replies: 24
Views: 25,867
Posted By PaulC
Aussie option

As Monty will attest to, my ST2 sounds pretty good with a set of Australian made Staintune stainless pipes. Mine was the first to have them fitted and we had a few problems with the hitting the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 31-Jul-2003, 14:59
Replies: 0
Views: 2,672
Posted By PaulC
ST regulator/rectifier problems

Guys,
Some very good reading here. My ST2 seems to be doing similar. Running fine for about 45 minutes and then starting to run rough before cutting out. Luckily had a few of the local DSC...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 31-Jul-2003, 14:56
Replies: 10
Views: 3,671
Posted By PaulC
ST regulator/rectifier problems

Guys,
Some very good reading here. My ST2 seems to be doing similar. Running fine for about 45 minutes and then starting to run rough before cutting out. Luckily had a few of the local DSC...
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