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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Oct-2013, 19:56
Replies: 21
Oil
Views: 7,218
Posted By 007
Hello Colin, It's too thin Colin - I used to use...

Hello Colin,

It's too thin Colin - I used to use 10W/40 in my 916 and 996 - oil was fine but the engine burnt through it at an alarming rate. I was always topping up.

I sought feedback from Snell,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Oct-2013, 21:13
Replies: 21
Oil
Views: 7,218
Posted By 007
Please Colin, use 15W50 fully synthetic, such as...

Please Colin, use 15W50 fully synthetic, such as Mobil 1 or Motul 300V. 10W40 is really too thin.

I would use nothing else.

Regards,

James
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Aug-2013, 20:43
Replies: 24
Views: 5,895
Posted By 007
I use 15/50 Motul 300V fully synthetic - really...

I use 15/50 Motul 300V fully synthetic - really good stuff!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jul-2013, 13:36
Replies: 3
Views: 3,117
Posted By 007
Hello Chris, Have you tried St Neots...

Hello Chris,

Have you tried St Neots Motorcycles? They may well collect.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 27-Jun-2013, 11:37
Replies: 7
Views: 3,576
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Missing the fun!!!!

Hello Kev,

Hope all is well with you and the Oxon clan and pleased to hear the mid-week bike meets are going well.

Looking forward to catching again once I'm back on two wheels.

Best...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 14-May-2013, 20:58
Replies: 11
Views: 3,146
Posted By 007
Really sorry to hear this. I must admitt I've...

Really sorry to hear this. I must admitt I've found all the branded assist packages very much less than perfect. I swear by RAC roadside, recovery and at home. I also have European cover.

Best...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Apr-2013, 11:02
Replies: 21
Views: 9,239
Posted By 007
Smile Hello Kev, Hope you all have a great time this...

Hello Kev,

Hope you all have a great time this weekend! I really enjoyed this event last year so hope the weather picks you for you.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Mar-2013, 12:11
Replies: 4
Views: 2,091
Posted By 007
Unhappy Sorry I missed this - it was my Mother's birthday...

Sorry I missed this - it was my Mother's birthday - family duties!

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 05-Mar-2013, 12:09
Replies: 5
Views: 3,372
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Hello Ant, I fully support our DSC trackdays...

Hello Ant,

I fully support our DSC trackdays (the reason why I joined) which in turn need to be fully supported by members and organising committee alike. I must say, whilst I enjoyed last year,...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Feb-2013, 20:54
Replies: 3
Views: 2,011
Posted By 007
Talking Hello Kev, Sorry I missed this one........skiing...

Hello Kev,

Sorry I missed this one........skiing in Austria at the mo.:devil:

Looking forward to catching up soon.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 11-Jan-2013, 09:23
Replies: 12
Views: 3,567
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Happy New Year! I'm hoping to get out on the...

Happy New Year!

I'm hoping to get out on the bike in the coming months, its been a bit of a dry spell lately......!

Looking forward to catching up with you all soon.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Oct-2012, 22:08
Replies: 13
Views: 4,124
Posted By 007
Sorry - yet again I won't be able to make this...

Sorry - yet again I won't be able to make this one - business trip to France spoils he fun.......!
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Aug-2012, 20:43
Replies: 22
Views: 4,431
Posted By 007
Sorry I missed the rideout today (although it was...

Sorry I missed the rideout today (although it was wet), we had friends to stay (battle proms - Highclere) hope to get out next week.

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 11-Jul-2012, 20:00
Replies: 29
Views: 7,932
Posted By 007
Thank indeed, you're right it was Chris.P giving...

Thank indeed, you're right it was Chris.P giving the tips!

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 10-Jul-2012, 14:53
Replies: 58
Views: 21,160
Posted By 007
Sorry you missed it Guido, personnally I think...

Sorry you missed it Guido, personnally I think the old DSC guard made the event, hopefully see you next year.......?
Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 10-Jul-2012, 14:50
Replies: 29
Views: 7,932
Posted By 007
Thanks indeed Bionicle, and thank you also for...

Thanks indeed Bionicle, and thank you also for the track tips, really appreciate your feedback.

Got home safely, although late and very very wet! Van or trailer next time....

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 10-Jul-2012, 14:48
Replies: 29
Views: 7,932
Posted By 007
Thanks indeed, I really enjoyed the day and the...

Thanks indeed, I really enjoyed the day and the company. Excellent curry and beers, albeit a rather 'interesting' evening..........

It would be great to see a recognised DSC presence, marqee, JHP...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 06-Jun-2012, 23:01
Replies: 1
Views: 2,335
Posted By 007
Oxon/Berks ride out this Sunday?

Hello All,

Just wondering if we are playing out this Sunday?

Best regards,

James
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Jun-2012, 22:34
Replies: 5
Views: 2,079
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Very cool indeed!!!

Very cool indeed!!!
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 12-May-2012, 23:04
Replies: 4
Views: 2,333
Posted By 007
See you at the H tomorrow at...

See you at the H tomorrow at 11am.

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 12-May-2012, 15:17
Replies: 10
Views: 3,231
Posted By 007
What time & place are we meeting...

What time & place are we meeting tomorrow?

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 06-May-2012, 20:42
Replies: 13
Views: 3,535
Posted By 007
Hello Kev, Sorry I missed the ride-out today,...

Hello Kev,

Sorry I missed the ride-out today, but I'm loaded with cold and thought it best to rest up.

See you at the H tomorrow.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 04-May-2012, 21:53
Replies: 13
Views: 3,535
Posted By 007
Hello Kev, looking forward to it, MacD's Newbury...

Hello Kev, looking forward to it, MacD's Newbury at 10:20am it is.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 03-May-2012, 16:56
Replies: 5
Views: 3,497
Posted By 007
Badminton Horse Trials have been cancelled, so...

Badminton Horse Trials have been cancelled, so I'm up for a ride-out on Sunday, please let me know where and what time you wish to meet.

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 01-May-2012, 11:50
Replies: 5
Views: 3,497
Posted By 007
Thumbs down Rats, going to miss this one - my wife & I...

Rats, going to miss this one - my wife & I are going to watch the cross-country event at the Badminton Horse Trials.

Have a great day & ride safe.

See you next Monday - I won't forget your pillion...
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 16-Apr-2012, 11:26
Replies: 58
Views: 21,160
Posted By 007
If there's a party, count me in! Is it Pimms...

If there's a party, count me in! Is it Pimms o'clock?

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 13-Apr-2012, 20:07
Replies: 58
Views: 21,160
Posted By 007
I'll be riding up from Henley (camping) so will...

I'll be riding up from Henley (camping) so will lookout for the Essex crew!

Looking forward.....

Regards,

James
Forum: New User Introductions 13-Apr-2012, 20:05
Replies: 5
Views: 2,800
Posted By 007
Talking Welcome, your amongst friends here, however you...

Welcome, your amongst friends here, however you derive pleasure from your machine, we are a broad church........

Keep it sunnyside up.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 01-Apr-2012, 21:04
Replies: 13
Views: 2,905
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Thanks for a great day!

Really enjoyed the rideout to the Cotswolds, even if my slipper clutch decided to be difficult. Thanks to Kev E, Kev P, Matty and Steve for helping me out with the spanners. BTW the Suzuki has an...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Mar-2012, 20:21
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Hello Manga, Highly recommend Motul 300v or...

Hello Manga,

Highly recommend Motul 300v or Mobil1 fully synthetic, 15W/50.

I've always ran 15/50 in my 996 and 916 engined Monster S4.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 30-Mar-2012, 20:18
Replies: 13
Views: 2,905
Posted By 007
Talking Hello Kev, Looking forward to it! See you at...

Hello Kev,

Looking forward to it! See you at McDonalds at 10am.

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 23-Mar-2012, 16:40
Replies: 12
Views: 2,912
Posted By 007
Sorry Kev I can't make this one, I'm travelling...

Sorry Kev I can't make this one, I'm travelling on business Saturday to Friday. Looking forward to the Oxon rideout on the 1st thought.

Ride safe.

Best regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2012, 14:07
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By 007
Hello Magna, I used 10W40 in my 916 engined...

Hello Magna,

I used 10W40 in my 916 engined MonsterS4, and it drank oil......

The bike had around 10k miles on the clock. Swapped to 15W50 (Motul 300V is good) and oil consumption had abated. ...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 02-Mar-2012, 14:00
Replies: 7
Views: 2,037
Posted By 007
Hell Kev, I'm sorry I won't be able to make it,...

Hell Kev,

I'm sorry I won't be able to make it, but will see you on the 17th.

All the best for the race on the 10th.

Thanks & best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 19-Feb-2012, 18:02
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By 007
Hello Kev, I think my first run will be in...

Hello Kev,

I think my first run will be in March, to your house, to get that clutch fitted!

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 06-Feb-2012, 08:46
Replies: 2
Views: 3,752
Posted By 007
Thumbs up London Bike Show - Excel

My wife and I really enjoyed our day out at the London bike show.

The event was small, but well worth a visit. It was good to chat to Antonye whislt we visited the DSC stand. Looking forward to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2012, 22:14
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Yes thanks Col, I had to order a new plunger kit...

Yes thanks Col, I had to order a new plunger kit from AF1 racing - $57.00 delivered! Shame I did not see Keefy's post until after I parted with my hard earned cash.

I fitted the clutch lever today,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2012, 19:14
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Thanks for your help Keefy! Best regards, James

Thanks for your help Keefy!

Best regards,

James
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 22-Jan-2012, 19:08
Replies: 58
Views: 21,160
Posted By 007
Thumbs up Excellent!

Thank guys, I will call and book first thing tomorrow.

Looking forward.........

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 08-Jan-2012, 23:01
Replies: 15
Views: 3,295
Posted By 007
Sorry I missed this one, glad you had a good day....

Sorry I missed this one, glad you had a good day. Look forward to catching up with you soon.

Best regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jan-2012, 20:33
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
I'm still having no joy. I've tried screwing the...

I'm still having no joy.

I've tried screwing the plunger pin out via the slotted head after backing off the grub screw but to no avail. The slotted head has already seen some attention and is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jan-2012, 21:43
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Thanks indeed for your help Keefy, good to hear...

Thanks indeed for your help Keefy, good to hear from you.

I'll have another go, as I've backed off the grub screw already.

Regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 06-Jan-2012, 21:39
Replies: 7
Views: 2,177
Posted By 007
Rats, I've got plans this weekend.......next...

Rats, I've got plans this weekend.......next time.

Have a great day, ride safe!

Regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jan-2012, 22:41
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Thanks Colin/Skids, I'll just keep at it, but the...

Thanks Colin/Skids, I'll just keep at it, but the plunger pin will not unscew. At the moment its soaking in WD-40.

Regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jan-2012, 19:52
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Help please!

Hello All,

53 views and no posts.......can anyone help please?

Thanks indeed.

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 02-Jan-2012, 18:46
Replies: 15
Views: 3,886
Posted By 007
Great to hear you all a good time, sorry I missed...

Great to hear you all a good time, sorry I missed you. New Year celebrations prevented driving the following morning.

Look forward to catching up soon.

Best regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jan-2012, 18:42
Replies: 12
Views: 5,920
Posted By 007
Question Clutch lever - plunger pin problems

:confused:

Hello All,

Wonder if you can help, please?

I'm having a spot of bother fitting some aftermarket levers. Brake lever was straight forward, however the clutch lever has proved rather...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Dec-2011, 23:12
Replies: 14
Views: 3,600
Posted By 007
Hello Col, Sorry to hear that! I've purged my...

Hello Col,

Sorry to hear that! I've purged my in-box now, thanks.

Best regards,

James
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Dec-2011, 22:37
Replies: 14
Views: 3,600
Posted By 007
Sorry for the late reply Col. Yes indeed, got...

Sorry for the late reply Col. Yes indeed, got mine, very happy. Will fit them after Christmas.

Best regards,

James
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 03-Dec-2011, 23:41
Replies: 8
Views: 1,960
Posted By 007
Sorry can't make it tomorrow, but look forward to...

Sorry can't make it tomorrow, but look forward to the curry night.

Regards,

James
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