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Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 07-Jun-2006, 07:11
Replies: 19
Views: 4,756
Posted By jim flynn
Carole Nash for me. Went from one to two to...

Carole Nash for me. Went from one to two to three back to two bikes with no problems. Paying just over £400.

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-May-2006, 05:01
Replies: 21
Views: 3,412
Posted By jim flynn
Do a search on distance selling regulations. If...

Do a search on distance selling regulations. If I remember right if they cock up it is their bag and they are liable for all postage costs. If they fail to fulfil the order correctly in a...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Mar-2006, 14:34
Replies: 15
Views: 5,677
Posted By jim flynn
No they weren't parallel importers they were the...

No they weren't parallel importers they were the official one. Foggy used to have Moto Cinelli stickers on his tank before the days of Ducati UK.

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 19-Jan-2006, 03:04
Replies: 1
Views: 1,042
Posted By jim flynn
Ohlins Steering Damper Model Number

Do Ohlins mark their steering dampers with a model number? Got the offer of one at a decent price but all the guy knows is it came off an SS. Would rather not buy it and find it is no good to me. ...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 18-Jan-2006, 00:31
Replies: 5
Views: 2,041
Posted By jim flynn
Revs Racing looks just the job cheers. Jim

Revs Racing looks just the job cheers.

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 12-Jan-2006, 20:22
Replies: 5
Views: 2,041
Posted By jim flynn
Suspension Setup In The Midlands?

Any recommendations for a place to go for suspension setup in the Midlands? Looking at the south Birmingham, Coventry, Redditch area.

Cheers,

Jim
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Dec-2005, 05:31
Replies: 17
Views: 2,127
Posted By jim flynn
As usual Shazaam is the guru of all things...

As usual Shazaam is the guru of all things technical and a very interesting read. To me the downsides don't matter. My SS isn't for commuting, track days or racing; she is for making me smile and...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Dec-2005, 00:48
Replies: 17
Views: 2,127
Posted By jim flynn
Cheers Frank. Will have to have a chat with Moto...

Cheers Frank. Will have to have a chat with Moto Rapido about getting one.


Jim
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Dec-2005, 00:21
Replies: 17
Views: 2,127
Posted By jim flynn
Flywheel Mod?

Anyone ever fitted a lightweight flywheel to their SS? I am thinking about getting this done next service. Would love to hear anyone's experiences? Improved acceleration and engine braking are the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Nov-2005, 17:07
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By jim flynn
JPM, John Hackett is about 30 miles away so is...

JPM, John Hackett is about 30 miles away so is much more convenient and currently is top choice.

I am happy to do a reasonable distance so long as there is some means to get home. I have used...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Nov-2005, 16:21
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By jim flynn
Unfortunately Nelly is about 90 miles away. Not...

Unfortunately Nelly is about 90 miles away. Not easy getting back if the bike had to stay for more than a day!

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Nov-2005, 09:52
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By jim flynn
It is looking like my options are Ducati...

It is looking like my options are Ducati Wolverhampton or Coventry at the moment and Mike Robsom. What are all these guys like for prices?

I have got rid of my 748 now so only have my lovely 97 SS...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 26-Nov-2005, 23:17
Replies: 17
Views: 2,294
Posted By jim flynn
Servicing Recommendations - Midlands

In the not too distant future I will be moving to the Midlands near Redditch. Anyone got any recommendations for top servicing establishments in the area?

Cheers,

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 19-Sep-2005, 22:01
Replies: 5
Views: 1,256
Posted By jim flynn
Thanks for the tip RightSaidFred will check that...

Thanks for the tip RightSaidFred will check that one out.

Cheers,

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Sep-2005, 00:59
Replies: 5
Views: 1,256
Posted By jim flynn
Thanks guys I will look into those...

Thanks guys I will look into those suggestions.

Jim
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Sep-2005, 03:09
Replies: 5
Views: 1,256
Posted By jim flynn
Billet Aluminium Custom Engineering

I am after a few bits of machined billet aluminium for a project to form four tubular spacers. They are to move passenger footpegs clear of a high mounted exhaust system. Does anyone know any firms...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Aug-2005, 12:14
Replies: 2
Views: 1,828
Posted By jim flynn
Try the Carbon Can Co for replacements. They do...

Try the Carbon Can Co for replacements. They do a road legal removeable baffle version of their race cans. I know their race version sounds good as I have them on...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2005, 10:53
Replies: 14
Views: 2,594
Posted By jim flynn
I have been with Carole Nash for several years...

I have been with Carole Nash for several years now. Currently have 3 bikes covered for £500 fully comp, 750SS, 748BP and RSV1000R. When my last renewal was higher than my previous premium I asked...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2005, 23:39
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By jim flynn
So yours is yellow too Mike?

So yours is yellow too Mike?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jun-2005, 21:58
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By jim flynn
So looks like £3000 to £4000 then. Well I will...

So looks like £3000 to £4000 then. Well I will probably go for £3800 as I have the carbon Termis and chip to sweeten the deal and a paddock stand. I have a load of carbon bits and a single seat as...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jun-2005, 01:40
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By jim flynn
Mmm that's more than I thought. Any other ideas...

Mmm that's more than I thought. Any other ideas anyone?
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Jun-2005, 23:09
Replies: 23
Views: 3,812
Posted By jim flynn
You might want to give the Carbon Can Co a try. ...

You might want to give the Carbon Can Co a try. They do cans to suit but not sure about hi-level link pipes. Of course you could get link pipes fabricated or even have the whole lot done?

Jim
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jun-2005, 22:51
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By jim flynn
1998 748 BP What Price?

I am putting my '98 748 BP up for sale in a week or two and am wondering what a fair price would be. Obviously I don't want to give it away!

Nearly 15000 miles on the clock, new MOT, new Tax, new...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 30-May-2005, 15:48
Replies: 26
Views: 3,669
Posted By jim flynn
Flat Slide Carbs

I was wondering if anyone has tried any flat slide carbs at all? I am thinking of getting a set of Keihins for my old 750SS. Anyone know of any suppliers they can recommend and prices? The only...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 23-Dec-2004, 23:21
Replies: 21
Views: 3,149
Posted By jim flynn
I have gone the RSV route myself though I still...

I have gone the RSV route myself though I still have both Dukes for the time being. The 748 is definitely going though, once the new season starts and people are actually looking for bikes again. ...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Nov-2004, 14:10
Replies: 11
Views: 1,496
Posted By jim flynn
Thanks Jon it does look like pressure forced...

Thanks Jon it does look like pressure forced petrol up through the breather pipe. Still don't see how the pressure built up though. Maybe evaporated fuel with nowhere to go increased the pressure...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2004, 22:45
Replies: 11
Views: 1,496
Posted By jim flynn
Your supposed to lay your tank down upside down...

Your supposed to lay your tank down upside down when you take it off. Thats what it says in the Haynes manual and thats what I have seen happen in Ducati workshops. A leak from the filler cap won't...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2004, 21:09
Replies: 11
Views: 1,496
Posted By jim flynn
Petrol Everywhere!!!

I am confused. I took my tank off last week as I was replacing my coolant tank. Found I needed to replace the mounting pins for the atmospheric pressure sensor so left the tank off. When I cleared...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 05-Nov-2004, 21:38
Replies: 11
Views: 3,451
Posted By jim flynn
NEC Show - What Did You Think?

I am not long in from a chilly ride back from the NEC preview day. It definitely seemed to be a smaller affair than in previous years though I did still have a pretty good day. Came away with a few...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Nov-2004, 00:27
Replies: 4
Views: 1,015
Posted By jim flynn
I spotted these as well. Seems that not all of...

I spotted these as well. Seems that not all of the parts from the kit are there going by what I saw on the Ferracci site. I think that some balancing work may also be required as these pistons are...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Oct-2004, 11:14
Replies: 13
Views: 2,095
Posted By jim flynn
I have these on my 748. only criticism i have...

I have these on my 748. only criticism i have for them is that the bolt they supply is of a softer metal than the original. They work just fine and offer what I think is an improved view over...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Sep-2004, 16:40
Replies: 4
Views: 1,726
Posted By jim flynn
Brake Master Cylinder Upgrade

I am considering replacing the brake master cylinder on my '97 750SS with one from a 916. Does anyone know whether this would offer any improvements in braking performance? Am also considering...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2004, 16:31
Replies: 13
Views: 2,657
Posted By jim flynn
Just ordered a slave cylinder from Ducati Shed...

Just ordered a slave cylinder from Ducati Shed via Ebay, £73.50 inc p&p. He is adding gold anodised to the black, silver and red options which will be available in a week or so. I'm waiting out for...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Sep-2004, 13:29
Replies: 4
Views: 1,567
Posted By jim flynn
Could just get some road legal aftermarket cans. ...

Could just get some road legal aftermarket cans. Probably half the price of just one OE from a Ducati dealer!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2004, 21:10
Replies: 4
Views: 1,265
Posted By jim flynn
You can borrow my Abba Stand. I'm about 10 miles...

You can borrow my Abba Stand. I'm about 10 miles from you. Just let me know when.
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 25-Aug-2004, 20:36
Replies: 3
Views: 2,427
Posted By jim flynn
Below blagged direct from the site. ...

Below blagged direct from the site. www.carbontek.com

SEPTEMBER 4th is the Carbontek Racing/CTR OPEN DAY & DYNO SHOOTOUT COMPETITION.
We will be having a BBQ with refreshments,a huge sale with...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 25-Aug-2004, 20:12
Replies: 3
Views: 2,427
Posted By jim flynn
Carbontek Open Day

Anyone going to the Carbontek Open Day at Redhill? Discounts on stock, BBQ, Dyno Shootouts and some totty to pose for a pic with your bike. Might even be baps out! Could be fun methinks.:saint:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Aug-2004, 18:30
Replies: 10
Views: 2,151
Posted By jim flynn
Well had a look and I think I have cured the...

Well had a look and I think I have cured the problem. When I was checking the hoses I noticed that fluid had collected in the recess around the filler neck. This couldn't have been from the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2004, 21:54
Replies: 10
Views: 2,151
Posted By jim flynn
Had a chat with the guys at Moto Rapido about...

Had a chat with the guys at Moto Rapido about this. Could be a hose, the pressure cap or the tank has split so am going to try and eliminate likely causes to see what needs replacing. First to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Aug-2004, 18:34
Replies: 10
Views: 2,151
Posted By jim flynn
Oil Seems Fine But Coolant Tank Still Iffy

OK just back from a quick test run of about 35 miles. No problems from the oil light at all so I reckon that problem is cured. I am still getting some spray from the expansion tank though but I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Aug-2004, 20:23
Replies: 10
Views: 2,151
Posted By jim flynn
I rechecked my oil level today and the sight...

I rechecked my oil level today and the sight glass was filled with oil. I drained probably a good half litre and now have the level between min and max. I also put a drop of distilled water in the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2004, 22:38
Replies: 10
Views: 2,151
Posted By jim flynn
Overheating?

Can anyone help with this question?

I have put a 998 style race fairing on my 748 so less air gets to the engine now. I got home from a ride on saturday and noticed that the red oil light on the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Apr-2004, 16:30
Replies: 1
Views: 961
Posted By jim flynn
Spareshack Billet Number Plate Hanger

I recently bought a Spareshack billet number plate hanger to pretty up the back of the 748. Tried fitting it today and found out a few things. Getting thre plastic one off is a right pain. Two of...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-Apr-2004, 19:45
Replies: 5
Views: 2,176
Posted By jim flynn
Cheers Andy. I will have a look in Maplins and...

Cheers Andy. I will have a look in Maplins and and see what they have to do the job.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-Apr-2004, 19:22
Replies: 5
Views: 2,176
Posted By jim flynn
Number Plate Light, Legal Requirement?

Recently bought a nice billet aluminium number plate hanger for my 748 but there is no provision for a number plate light. Is it a legal requirement to have one? If so are there any specifications...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 12-Mar-2004, 21:27
Replies: 4
Views: 2,356
Posted By jim flynn
Had a brain fart and thought about the stop...

Had a brain fart and thought about the stop screws again. Tried winding them in all the way but no joy, then thought about trying some bolts I had lying around. Found a couple of longer ones that...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 06-Mar-2004, 18:33
Replies: 4
Views: 2,356
Posted By jim flynn
Need more space between the tank and bars as well...

Need more space between the tank and bars as well on full lock so only half a fix. Have decided to refit the originals and see how low I can mount them without fouling anything.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 26-Feb-2004, 18:44
Replies: 4
Views: 2,752
Posted By jim flynn
I think they are connected with Crossan...

I think they are connected with Crossan motorcycles who in turn are connected with the Dunlops of Ballymoney. Not bought from them but have seen them selling their wares at the TT.

I have been...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 26-Feb-2004, 18:08
Replies: 4
Views: 2,356
Posted By jim flynn
Clip on bars

Went for an MOT today and failed on my bars. They are Renthal clip ons that have been on for a couple of years and gone through a few MOTs already. Admittedly on full lock the foam around my clocks...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 22-Feb-2004, 22:47
Replies: 26
Views: 4,778
Posted By jim flynn
For Mort. Thanks for the offer but my SS will...

For Mort.

Thanks for the offer but my SS will never return to stock, far too much done to it! Will never sell either, no chance of getting the money back that has been spent ever.

Jim
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