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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-May-2012, 00:50
Replies: 5
Views: 1,635
Posted By Cobbett
The guy who sold me my 998S bought an F4...

The guy who sold me my 998S bought an F4 afterwards. He hated the handling and got rid almost immediately.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2012, 12:05
Replies: 7
Views: 1,728
Posted By Cobbett
Aftermarket. So, do you disarm an alarm with a...

Aftermarket. So, do you disarm an alarm with a fob before you ride it?:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Apr-2012, 00:44
Replies: 7
Views: 2,200
Posted By Cobbett
I wouldn't say my service bills are getting...

I wouldn't say my service bills are getting higher in any linear sense. It's cyclical. If one needs belts, or fuel filter etc, it costs a bit more that year; and if the valves need doing, a lot more,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2012, 00:19
Replies: 20
Views: 9,012
Posted By Cobbett
:o Osteopaths to standby!

:o

Osteopaths to standby!
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 04-Apr-2012, 15:57
Replies: 3
Views: 12,730
Posted By Cobbett
Womble - did you ever get a reply re this?

Womble - did you ever get a reply re this?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Mar-2012, 10:45
Replies: 20
Views: 6,232
Posted By Cobbett
Correct, that is the stock ECU for 996R/998S,...

Correct, that is the stock ECU for 996R/998S, 50mm road cans, part no. as above = 96506801B.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Mar-2012, 22:29
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By Cobbett
Ditto that. Rarely if ever needed to top up...

Ditto that. Rarely if ever needed to top up between annual services - ok, low mileage in that time, maybe 2k, but very little reduction.
Forum: Panigale: V4 / V2 / 1299 / 1199 / 959 / 899 29-Mar-2012, 22:26
Replies: 6
Views: 2,774
Posted By Cobbett
Anyone got any info on various dealers' excesses...

Anyone got any info on various dealers' excesses on demos? You'd be pardoned for thinking that all main dealers had the same policy, but I've heard it said there are significant variations, eg some...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Mar-2012, 22:23
Replies: 20
Views: 6,232
Posted By Cobbett
Data I have on misc 998 ECUs (from my own notes)...

Data I have on misc 998 ECUs (from my own notes) is:

96506801B = stock ECU for 996R/998S

96507502B = ECU for 996R/998S open / race 50mm Termis

96507402B = ECU for open / race 45mm Termis. Note...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Mar-2012, 10:23
Replies: 7
Views: 1,933
Posted By Cobbett
Exactly my reaction - almost a relief to see it...

Exactly my reaction - almost a relief to see it only had a problem!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Mar-2012, 13:20
Replies: 20
Views: 6,232
Posted By Cobbett
Yes, 998S has 50mm system.

Yes, 998S has 50mm system.
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Mar-2012, 22:14
Replies: 11
Views: 3,556
Posted By Cobbett
But this is the OP's problem: if he declares the...

But this is the OP's problem: if he declares the cans it's not that they'll charge extra, it's that they won't cover at all because the cans are marked as not road legal.
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 23-Mar-2012, 15:55
Replies: 12
Views: 2,912
Posted By Cobbett
Many thanks Kev, very useful.

Many thanks Kev, very useful.
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 23-Mar-2012, 12:22
Replies: 12
Views: 2,912
Posted By Cobbett
Out of interest, where's that Craig? I've often...

Out of interest, where's that Craig? I've often thought about having mine checked / fettled but the big names (eg MCT) are all a bit distant.
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Mar-2012, 21:40
Replies: 8
Views: 2,934
Posted By Cobbett
... and further along...

... and further along it...

http://www.designcorse.co.uk/Motocorse_Protection/Titanium_Oil_Cooler_Protector
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Mar-2012, 21:31
Replies: 8
Views: 2,934
Posted By Cobbett
And at the other end of the...

And at the other end of the spectrum...

http://www.designcorse.co.uk/Ducati_749_999_Radiators_and_Guards/Ducati_749_999_Cox_Racing_Radiator_and_Oil_Cooler_Guard
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2012, 21:26
Replies: 10
Views: 2,696
Posted By Cobbett
2 years is indeed the change interval (or 12k...

2 years is indeed the change interval (or 12k miles, whichever is sooner). But the tension should be checked and adjusted if necessary at the intervening annual service.
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Mar-2012, 13:40
Replies: 8
Views: 2,934
Posted By Cobbett
Interesting. It was very tight on my 998 - same...

Interesting. It was very tight on my 998 - same rad? - and I got around that by just not using (at his suggestion) the thick plastic trimming which he supplies. No problem then.
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Mar-2012, 23:43
Replies: 6
Views: 2,489
Posted By Cobbett
Do you know if the fuel filter has been changed?...

Do you know if the fuel filter has been changed? Lots of places quietly skip it as it's a pain to do. But in my experience an old, clogged fuel filter is often the reason for poor starting which...
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 02-Mar-2012, 21:51
Replies: 6
Views: 3,736
Posted By Cobbett
(Now that the UK HQ is there you'd think so. But...

(Now that the UK HQ is there you'd think so. But sorry not to know the answer!)
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Mar-2012, 21:18
Replies: 8
Views: 2,934
Posted By Cobbett
Yup, as said, if you're handy and so inclined...

Yup, as said, if you're handy and so inclined then B&Q etc is the cheapest way to go. If you're lazy and cack-handed (that's me) then this guy's stuff is good, with lots of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2012, 13:37
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By Cobbett
Baines Racing use Rock Oil, and Sigma used to...

Baines Racing use Rock Oil, and Sigma used to recommend it:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/rockers.html

So I assume it's ok!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Feb-2012, 15:13
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By Cobbett
Aye, 15/50 every...

Aye, 15/50 every time:

http://www.sigmaperformance.com/rockers.html
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Feb-2012, 14:57
Replies: 2
Views: 1,203
Posted By Cobbett
Easiest thing is to look underneath... the S has...

Easiest thing is to look underneath... the S has the deep-sump engine, 136 bhp as opposed to the 123 of stock. If in any doubt just phone Ducati UK with the VIN - they'll give you chapter and verse,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Feb-2012, 11:30
Replies: 21
Views: 5,651
Posted By Cobbett
Exactly. The oil pressure switch can go, giving...

Exactly. The oil pressure switch can go, giving false lights, but you have to know what level you started at before you can know what the consumption is.
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Feb-2012, 16:39
Replies: 12
Views: 10,543
Posted By Cobbett
Indeed:)

Indeed:)
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Feb-2012, 11:24
Replies: 12
Views: 10,543
Posted By Cobbett
:confused: This thread was from three years ago.

:confused:

This thread was from three years ago.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Feb-2012, 11:22
Replies: 3
Views: 1,671
Posted By Cobbett
There are thousands of Ducatis all over the...

There are thousands of Ducatis all over the country which sit there for 6 months over the winter, so I wouldn't have any concerns beyond the ones you've identified - as you say, battery, belts, hit...
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Feb-2012, 22:53
Replies: 6
Views: 2,495
Posted By Cobbett
As above - if gel exercise caution, but with...

As above - if gel exercise caution, but with standard, and assuming charger is one of the more modern 'intelligent' chargers - Optimate, Ctek etc - then connect and leave, they're designed for...
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 10-Feb-2012, 00:59
Replies: 3
Views: 12,730
Posted By Cobbett
I have the same issue with my XR-1100 (which...

I have the same issue with my XR-1100 (which funnily enough I bought to replace a Viper GT). I came to hate the Viper due to the noise - I just can't live with Arais any more (though I always wear...
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 01-Feb-2012, 00:19
Replies: 24
MCE
Views: 14,407
Posted By Cobbett
I cancelled the legal cover on each of the...

I cancelled the legal cover on each of the numerous auto policies we had and took out one of the above, after seeing recommendations. The cover is actually more extensive (eg covering everyone in the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 25-Jan-2012, 11:15
Replies: 15
Views: 6,285
Posted By Cobbett
Sorry, I didn't know if there was one in there,...

Sorry, I didn't know if there was one in there, just thought it would be worth a look (esp as you often find one which is usable from an adjacent year).
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 25-Jan-2012, 11:14
Replies: 24
MCE
Views: 14,407
Posted By Cobbett
It was.

It was.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-Jan-2012, 23:29
Replies: 15
Views: 6,285
Posted By Cobbett
Have a rummage in...

Have a rummage in here:

http://www.carlsalter.com/ducati-service-manuals.asp
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Jan-2012, 11:18
Replies: 28
Views: 20,013
Posted By Cobbett
I'm not one of those who's quick to diss the...

I'm not one of those who's quick to diss the marque, but, with higher ethanol levels incoming as we read above, it's stupefying that they haven't got a grip on this. They're going to be looking at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jan-2012, 00:36
Replies: 5
Views: 1,689
Posted By Cobbett
Yes: stock 998 was 45mm but S is 50mm.

Yes: stock 998 was 45mm but S is 50mm.
Forum: Ducati Press Releases 29-Dec-2011, 02:24
Replies: 2
Views: 2,448
Posted By Cobbett
Aye, that softpedia link points to images which...

Aye, that softpedia link points to images which are in a Windows 7 Duc theme pack.
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 15-Nov-2011, 12:17
Replies: 3
Views: 7,402
Posted By Cobbett
After getting sick of having numerous motor legal...

After getting sick of having numerous motor legal protections on household policies - me car, me bikes, wife car etc - I cancelled them all at renewal time and bought one policy which covers everyone...
Forum: Ducati Press Releases 16-Sep-2011, 13:45
Replies: 2
Views: 3,031
Posted By Cobbett
- the Monster 1100 Evo would get me in there,...

- the Monster 1100 Evo would get me in there, cheque book a-twitching.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2011, 17:29
Replies: 4
Views: 2,220
Posted By Cobbett
Plus two for Baines, and for Skidlids.

Plus two for Baines, and for Skidlids.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2011, 17:22
Replies: 13
Views: 3,915
Posted By Cobbett
Might some kind soul post a link to a corse...

Might some kind soul post a link to a corse screen? I'm considering the same option but ain't exactly sure what I'm looking for.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Aug-2011, 21:31
Replies: 4
Views: 3,047
Posted By Cobbett
See: http://www.avantiraceparts.co.uk/page.php?id...

See:

http://www.avantiraceparts.co.uk/page.php?id=16

Ducati OEM Fuel Chips

Taken from Ducati SBK Catalogue 2003
(old ECU codes are shown in brackets from 2001 catalogue)

96502394C (08054/1) - 916...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 04-Aug-2011, 12:32
Replies: 11
Views: 4,328
Posted By Cobbett
D'you have any further details you can pass on...

D'you have any further details you can pass on though Kev, or advise how to get them?
Forum: New User Introductions 04-May-2011, 11:05
Replies: 6
Views: 4,663
Posted By Cobbett
Agree, I thought that looked very tidy. Striking...

Agree, I thought that looked very tidy. Striking how few 998s you see on the market.
Forum: Tyres 27-Apr-2011, 22:22
Replies: 3
Views: 5,944
Posted By Cobbett
As Loz says the Roadsmart is more sports-touring...

As Loz says the Roadsmart is more sports-touring than fast-road, for which the Sportsmart would be the obvious. Very well reviewed, currently Bike magazine's top-rated tyre etc.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2011, 21:06
Replies: 1
Views: 1,170
Posted By Cobbett
Mostly good rep. For a London indie there's also...

Mostly good rep. For a London indie there's also

http://www.rossocorse.co.uk/

or (from the south)

http://www.md-racing.co.uk/
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Apr-2011, 00:42
Replies: 6
Views: 1,896
Posted By Cobbett
And I've also seen it suggested that it helps to...

And I've also seen it suggested that it helps to have warm water to run down behind the number board as you progress, to help with the peeling.
Forum: New User Introductions 18-Apr-2011, 00:37
Replies: 6
Views: 4,663
Posted By Cobbett
I would say in short that £6k was much too much...

I would say in short that £6k was much too much for a 2000 996. That's easily 998 money. Good clean 996s seem to be going for around £4k.

So, if you want a 996 you can pick one up for less. Or if...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Mar-2011, 14:05
Replies: 2
Views: 1,503
Posted By Cobbett
Alum / carbon / titanium etc?

Alum / carbon / titanium etc?
Forum: Ducati Press Releases 10-Mar-2011, 20:48
Replies: 69
Views: 15,277
Posted By Cobbett
If they do it'll be because someone from HQ has...

If they do it'll be because someone from HQ has seen this and very similar threads on other forums.
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