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Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Oct-2009, 16:09
Replies: 9
Views: 2,398
Posted By Derek
It can be as simple as dirty contacts on the...

It can be as simple as dirty contacts on the starter push button.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2009, 17:00
Replies: 10
Views: 1,662
Posted By Derek
Remember to note the readings first before you...

Remember to note the readings first before you adjust anything. If it turns out wrong you can always set it back to where they were before.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2009, 10:41
Replies: 10
Views: 1,662
Posted By Derek
Although the 998R is not mentioned in this...

Although the 998R is not mentioned in this article by Brad Black on setting up the non-linear TPS (http://www.bikeboy.org/ducati4vthrottleb.html), I'd be pretty sure that it will be the same as the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 23-Jul-2009, 10:06
Replies: 17
Views: 7,384
Posted By Derek
The only things between the fan and the battery...

The only things between the fan and the battery are the relay, 2 fuses and various connections. The 7.5A fuse is under the seat alongside fuel pump and ECU fuses and they are all supplied directly...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 22-Jul-2009, 17:35
Replies: 17
Views: 7,384
Posted By Derek
Probably a dodgy relay, but possibly the...

Probably a dodgy relay, but possibly the connections to the relay or to the fan.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Jul-2009, 17:31
Replies: 10
Views: 4,516
Posted By Derek
The tank vents through a hole in the filler cap...

The tank vents through a hole in the filler cap which leads to another hole over the rubber grommet at the back of the filler aperture. Check for muck/gunge below the rubber grommet. If this gets...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 21-May-2009, 14:47
Replies: 10
Views: 3,826
Posted By Derek
The ST4s and ST4s ABS were discontinued from 2005...

The ST4s and ST4s ABS were discontinued from 2005 and the ST3s / ST3s ABS from 2007.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-May-2009, 14:42
Replies: 17
Views: 7,384
Posted By Derek
Frank, I haven't looked in on the DSC board for a...

Frank,
I haven't looked in on the DSC board for a while and was very pleased to see you give me credit for the water temp sensor info.
Cheers :)
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 12-Jan-2007, 14:19
Replies: 29
Views: 7,570
Posted By Derek
Great. Thanks for your prompt reply. I'll order...

Great. Thanks for your prompt reply. I'll order them today.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 12-Jan-2007, 11:44
Replies: 29
Views: 7,570
Posted By Derek
Rushjob, What length are the Dzus fastners you...

Rushjob, What length are the Dzus fastners you used?
Tasty nuts do them in stainless steel at half the price of their anodised alloy ones and I rather fancy stainless than alloy or zinc plate but...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 12-Dec-2006, 15:59
Replies: 9
Views: 2,419
Posted By Derek
The mechanical convertor is a tiny gearbox that...

The mechanical convertor is a tiny gearbox that goes between the cable and the speedo (or between the cable and the wheel unit on some models). It reduces the speed of the cable so that the speedo...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 29-Nov-2006, 09:56
Replies: 3
Views: 1,816
Posted By Derek
Dip stays on - at least for the European...

Dip stays on - at least for the European market.
Only the main beam is through a relay. The dip would probably benefit if it did too.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 16-Nov-2006, 12:12
Replies: 5
Views: 2,051
Posted By Derek
Here is my reply from DSM :- hello, sorry for...

Here is my reply from DSM :-

hello, sorry for delay. i was in milano for the exhibition and today the
first time in the shop.
here the prices for the single parts of the sportiva:

windshield ...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 15-Nov-2006, 14:56
Replies: 5
Views: 2,051
Posted By Derek
The fairing is from DSM Ducati in Germany. I...

The fairing is from DSM Ducati in Germany. I emailed an enquiry to them but got an automted response saying they were on holiday and would reply when they came back on the 13th.I'm still waiting.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Nov-2006, 12:10
Replies: 56
Views: 12,375
Posted By Derek
The main beam should point straight ahead. The...

The main beam should point straight ahead. The dip beam can have a straight cut-off (US dip) or can have a cut-off with a rise in the beam to the left (UK) or right (European).
On the ST the dip beam...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 26-Oct-2006, 13:22
Replies: 29
Views: 7,570
Posted By Derek
Not much chance of getting them for this winter...

Not much chance of getting them for this winter then?
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Oct-2006, 10:13
Replies: 29
Views: 7,570
Posted By Derek
Rushjobs write up had encouraged me to get round...

Rushjobs write up had encouraged me to get round to doing mine this winter but alas Desmotimes have discontinued the ST stainless strips. Looks I'll have to make my own (it doesn't look difficult) or...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 23-Oct-2006, 16:26
Replies: 6
Views: 1,919
Posted By Derek
A bench grinder is a lot easier than trying to...

A bench grinder is a lot easier than trying to turn down hardened steel.
Forum: Tyres 16-Oct-2006, 13:20
Replies: 4
Views: 2,214
Posted By Derek
I had a set of Road Attacks on my SS and I'm now...

I had a set of Road Attacks on my SS and I'm now on the 3rd rear and 2nd front on the ST4s. I have never had any concerns with them and find them excellent both wet and dry. Rears are lasting me 3...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 26-Sep-2006, 10:23
Replies: 8
Views: 2,419
Posted By Derek
Does the ST3 have an adjustable ride height? Is...

Does the ST3 have an adjustable ride height? Is it wound all the way up?
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 16-Sep-2006, 13:48
Replies: 2
Views: 1,074
Posted By Derek
Most folks fit NKG DPR8EA-9. These are the normal...

Most folks fit NKG DPR8EA-9. These are the normal version of the iridium ones you've fitted and come pre-gapped at 0.9mm (36thou), although the manual specification is 0.6mm (24thou). The igntion...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 09-Aug-2006, 11:17
Replies: 8
Views: 2,205
Posted By Derek
and there's a locating knob hidden underneath.

and there's a locating knob hidden underneath.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Aug-2006, 08:54
Replies: 11
Views: 3,321
Posted By Derek
I think the wheels may be different but for what...

I think the wheels may be different but for what it's worth the frame is the same as Fiat Steel Grey Metallic.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Aug-2006, 12:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,736
Posted By Derek
This a very common problem on STs (and presumably...

This a very common problem on STs (and presumably Monsters with the same arrangement). After adjusting the chain and torqueing the axle nuts it is essential that you tighten the adjuster bolts. If...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Aug-2006, 10:36
Replies: 7
Views: 1,715
Posted By Derek
A 520 is 1/4" across the plates, a 525 is...

A 520 is 1/4" across the plates, a 525 is 5/16" across the plates.

Chains are still made in imperial sizes, 5/8" by 1/4" = (5)x1/8" by (2.0)x1/8" hence 520.
5/8" by 5/16" = (5)x1/8" by (2.5)x1/8" =...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 02-Aug-2006, 11:04
Replies: 2
Views: 2,413
Posted By Derek
You are right not to short across the sensor,...

You are right not to short across the sensor, that won't do any good at all. The fan can be tested by connecting the ECU to a Mathesis tester or the Technoreseach VDSTS but in the absense of these it...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 01-Aug-2006, 21:18
Replies: 2
Views: 1,891
Posted By Derek
I can't help you much here Colin, I just use a...

I can't help you much here Colin, I just use a suitable screwdriver to press down on the closer while slipping the feelers in and I haven't really had much difficulty (brute force and ignorance?). It...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 21-Jul-2006, 16:13
Replies: 7
Views: 3,075
Posted By Derek
The slave will be full of air too. With it off...

The slave will be full of air too. With it off the bike, open the nipple, push the piston in as far as it will go, tighten the nipple and release the piston. Do this 2 or 3 times and hopefully you...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 16-Jun-2006, 15:25
Replies: 14
Views: 2,668
Posted By Derek
I think he means he fitted a smaller gearbox...

I think he means he fitted a smaller gearbox sprocket! I wouldn't put it so grandly myself.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jun-2006, 16:50
Replies: 11
Views: 2,077
Posted By Derek
You can re-use copper washers if you anneal them...

You can re-use copper washers if you anneal them first. Heat them to cherry red and plunge into cold water. Better to replace aluminium ones though.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jun-2006, 16:47
Replies: 12
Views: 2,464
Posted By Derek
When a bulb blows it doesn't wreck your engine!

When a bulb blows it doesn't wreck your engine!
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 15-Jun-2006, 16:41
Replies: 4
Views: 2,164
Posted By Derek
That was from Sharp Insurance Services...

That was from Sharp Insurance Services http://www.sharpinsurance.co.uk/bike_insurance.php
and was actually £148
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 13-Jun-2006, 14:11
Replies: 4
Views: 2,164
Posted By Derek
Dunno. I'm well past the wrong side of 50 and...

Dunno. I'm well past the wrong side of 50 and managed to insure my 2003 ST4s for £140 including including NCB protection and breakdown cover.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 13-Jun-2006, 14:06
Replies: 1
Views: 1,556
Posted By Derek
It's better to keep the wheelbase short to...

It's better to keep the wheelbase short to quicken the steering. Just remove the extra links.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 26-May-2006, 10:38
Replies: 12
Views: 4,146
Posted By Derek
IIRC they are made by Vitaloni and are called...

IIRC they are made by Vitaloni and are called "Baby Turbo"
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-May-2006, 12:48
Replies: 8
Views: 1,934
Posted By Derek
Just to clear some confusion. With NGK the plugs...

Just to clear some confusion. With NGK the plugs the -9 indicates that the plug is pre-gapped to .9mm i.e. 35 thou.
The C in DCPR means it has a copper core
and the A in DPR8EA-9 means it has a...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-May-2006, 12:27
Replies: 4
Views: 1,480
Posted By Derek
When I had the 95 900ss, which has the same...

When I had the 95 900ss, which has the same geometery as the Superlight, there was 15mm of fork leg above the top yoke when I got it. I subsequently increased this to 22mm for quicker turning.
The...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 22-May-2006, 09:45
Replies: 6
Views: 1,700
Posted By Derek
You can only buy the complete mirror assembly,...

You can only buy the complete mirror assembly, but you can take the coloured bit off and get it painted.
Forum: Monsters 18-May-2006, 12:49
Replies: 8
Views: 2,205
Posted By Derek
Yamaha TDM/TRX850 uses the same carb. You might...

Yamaha TDM/TRX850 uses the same carb. You might be able to get one easier from a Yamaha dealer.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-May-2006, 10:24
Replies: 3
Views: 1,766
Posted By Derek
If you really feel that you need a tool for that...

If you really feel that you need a tool for that end a 17mm hex is what you need. Can't say I've ever needed one myself.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 05-May-2006, 09:10
Replies: 3
Views: 2,379
Posted By Derek
Someone has kindly emailed me the page from an...

Someone has kindly emailed me the page from an '06 ST manual. The '03 doesn't have the digital dash nor an EOBD light but I'm guessing that the immobiliser light will work the same way.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 04-May-2006, 15:58
Replies: 3
Views: 2,379
Posted By Derek
Key Code Card

When I got my bike last year it only had one key and had to get a new key set, immobiliser and ECU - not at my expense fortunately!
Now the new locks came with a red key, 2 black keys and a key code...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2006, 12:48
Replies: 20
Views: 3,665
Posted By Derek
The 3A fuse feeds the ECU via kill switch as well...

The 3A fuse feeds the ECU via kill switch as well as the regulator ignition sense. If it fails you won't get any injection, ignition or fuel pump but I doubt very much that it would cause the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2006, 11:12
Replies: 20
Views: 3,665
Posted By Derek
Change the filter anyway, If you don't know when...

Change the filter anyway, If you don't know when it was last done it probably needs doing.

The 30A fuse is between the battery and the regulator. There are only 2 ways that it is going to blow;
1....
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-May-2006, 08:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,971
Posted By Derek
That's the opposite problem I had when I got a...

That's the opposite problem I had when I got a rear brake hose for the 900ss - I got sent one that was much too short.
Up to 1994 the rear caliper is mounted above the wheel spindle, from '95 on it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2006, 12:25
Replies: 20
Views: 3,665
Posted By Derek
Where about are you Minty? If you get stuck I'd...

Where about are you Minty?
If you get stuck I'd be happy to help out if I can.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 01-May-2006, 13:05
Replies: 3
Views: 2,010
Posted By Derek
The front sprocket has less than half the number...

The front sprocket has less than half the number of teeth that the rear one does and goes round about 2 1/2 times quicker, so not surprisingly it wears out quicker. I just put a new gearbox sprocket...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 01-May-2006, 12:53
Replies: 13
Views: 2,941
Posted By Derek
The Ducati description and part no for the 4s is...

The Ducati description and part no for the 4s is : plate, 374.1.002.1B
The Spareshack ones are called rear-wheel spindle plates
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Apr-2006, 09:34
Replies: 5
Views: 1,972
Posted By Derek
Ignore the quantity, the important thing is the...

Ignore the quantity, the important thing is the oil level - it should be 108mm from the top of the fork with spring and spacer out. A 5wt oil is best.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-Apr-2006, 14:02
Replies: 32
Views: 8,210
Posted By Derek
Here's the evidence : Scott oiler - Ducati...

Here's the evidence : Scott oiler - Ducati Specific Fitting (http://www.ducati-upnorth.com/forum/showthread.php?t=803)
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