Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2004, 08:00 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,186 I was going to ask a similar question.. do you... I was going to ask a similar question.. do you check the level in the coolant reservoir when the bike is on its side stand and therefore leant over in the direction of the min/max levels on the side... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2004, 11:21 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2004, 08:03 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,218 low mileage, still on original tyres? My 998 is about 18 months old now, Ive had it for 5 of those months. It had 760 miles on it when I picked it up, and now has 4060, so it was somewhat overdue a tyre change. Got the tyres changed... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Feb-2004, 15:23 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,300 748/916/99* petrol tank compatability Does anyone know if the same petrol tank is used across the 748/916/99* range? Im assuming that the 998 fuel pump may be different (just a guess) but will a tank from an earlier bike fit my 998?... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 10:30 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 07:53 |
Replies: 4 Views: 993 Changed my brake (and clutch fluid) Change mr brake and clutch fluid the other night... DO IT NOW :D Its made a huge difference to the feeling I get from the brakes and the stopping power. They were ok before, but I think that because... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 07:29 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 15:09 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 14:39 |
Replies: 5 Views: 1,233 Oil mesh filter? I remember reading about a mesh filter that is in addition to the normal oil filter. Could someone advise me where it is, and how I remove it for inspection. I seem to remember that its a good thing... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 07:44 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,355 998 Sump plug size? Does anyone know what size Hex key (Allen key - whatever;) ) fits the sump plug on a 998? Im hoping to get the key on the way home so I can do an oil change as my set isn't large enough. Also,... |
Forum: Tyres 11-Feb-2004, 12:27 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Feb-2004, 07:58 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Feb-2004, 07:45 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Feb-2004, 07:41 |
Replies: 19 Views: 2,063 I think I'd go for a shock guard if I rode... I think I'd go for a shock guard if I rode just in good weather, but the bike gets ridden most days and consequently gets covered in crap. Still not too sure, never been a fan of either to be... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 15:47 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 15:31 |
Replies: 19 Views: 2,063 998 Rear Hugger or Shock Guard? All, Anyone any experience of running either a rear hugger or shock guard? Ive heard stories of a shock guard messing up the spring and cannister of the shock, whilst the rear hugger will most... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 07:44 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,188 Welcome to the board Rick_916, I did the... Welcome to the board Rick_916, I did the 14t front mod a few months ago. It makes the bike far easier to ride at low speed in towns and for feeding through traffic. It seems to be a bit better... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 07:38 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 13:04 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 10:30 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 07:56 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 10:55 |
Replies: 24 Views: 3,099 Interesting article. Im toying with the idea of... Interesting article. Im toying with the idea of taking it to Sigma Performance for the full monty and perhaps even blueprinting, but it all comes down to how much its going to cost at the end of the... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 10:08 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 08:30 |
Replies: 24 Views: 3,099 Power Commander in a 998 Hello All, Does anyone have any experience of using a PC in a 998? Ive got a 998bp if that makes any difference? Its currently got the DP ECU that came with the termis, but I might be tempted to... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jan-2004, 09:14 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jan-2004, 12:37 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Dec-2003, 07:34 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,598 Seems to depend a bit on the dealer as well.. I... Seems to depend a bit on the dealer as well.. I know of a dealer who takes ages to get things in, but the dealers that supplied my 998 got a single seat (the correct one!0 and termis inside 10 days... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Dec-2003, 07:40 |
Replies: 6 Views: 1,646 What are the three methods of adjusting in the... What are the three methods of adjusting in the manual you are referring to? If you are referring to compression, rebound and preload, then no, dont just tighten them all up! I cant think of anything... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Nov-2003, 12:36 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Nov-2003, 07:44 |
Replies: 11 Views: 2,695 Sorry about the slow reply, couldnt get on... Sorry about the slow reply, couldnt get on yesterday. My sprocket was 998 specific as it didnt have the two locating holes. It was supplied by Tim at Cornerspeed. I just slid the it onto the spindle... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Nov-2003, 07:46 |
Replies: 11 Views: 2,695 DO IT NOW :D Rode the bike in to work this... DO IT NOW :D Rode the bike in to work this morning, and its like a different bike to ride. The first noticeable benefit is low speed work and pulling away. The whole process is definately smoother.... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Nov-2003, 23:11 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Nov-2003, 14:42 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Nov-2003, 13:31 |
Replies: 11 Views: 2,695 Front sprocket torque setting Im swopping the front sprocket on my 998 to a 14T this weekend (supplied by Neil at Cornerspeed, great service - highly recommended) and although I haven't investigated the sprocket assembly, Im... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Nov-2003, 07:49 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,592 749/999 clocks on a 998? Whilst riding in to work this morning I was suddenly struck by the thought that if the 998 has the same testastretta engine as the 999, is the wiring loom similar, and if so, would it be a relatively... |
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 13-Nov-2003, 08:28 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2003, 12:46 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Nov-2003, 07:54 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Oct-2003, 07:38 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Oct-2003, 07:32 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Sep-2003, 12:47 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 15:43 |
Replies: 13 Views: 2,659 nice summary - so basically fine tweaking of... nice summary - so basically fine tweaking of position will definately lead to increased rider satisifaction and possibly improved feedback - at least thats according to the Swiss Tony book of... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 12:42 |
Replies: 13 Views: 2,659 Sounds like good advice. - thanks... Sounds like good advice. - thanks everyone. I'll make some adjustments once I've got a new rear tyre - noticed a big screw sticking out of it this morning :( so thats put a bit of a dampner... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 09:52 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 07:54 |
Replies: 13 Views: 2,659 Thanks for the replies. Looks as though 245mm... Thanks for the replies. Looks as though 245mm rear ride height would be a good starting point, but measuring from where to where, a vertical line from the middle of the axle to the underside of the... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2003, 15:28 |
Replies: 13 Views: 2,659 Rear ride height adjustment Hello All, Has anyone adjusted the rear ride height on their roadbike? Im thinking of having a bit of a play with the ride height on my 998 and just wondered if anyone else has tried it and what... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 09:05 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,233 Give Tim at MotoDesigns in York a call. He does... Give Tim at MotoDesigns in York a call. He does one that uses proper Ducati plugs and fits in about 10 mins, including stripping and replacing the fairing. Costs £25 and will be with you in a couple... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 09:45 |
Replies: 8 Views: 1,831 Benefit of a vented clutch cover? Is there any benefit of fitting a vented clutch cover for road riding.? I imagine that fitting a vented cover aids clutch cooling, and might help get rid some clutch dust, but is there any benefit... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 09:11 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 07:40 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,305 Whats the best way of securing my bike in a van? I have got to take the bike down to the dealer in a van tomorrow :( . I've got hold of some ratchett straps but does anyone have any advice on the best place to attach the straps on the bike?... |