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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Feb-2006, 22:48
Replies: 15
Views: 2,319
Posted By sps955
When the 955's were built it was to homolgate...

When the 955's were built it was to homolgate them for the AMA series.
They actually stopped producing the 916sp3's in the middle of the year to build the 955's.After they built the 955's they then...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2006, 12:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,803
Posted By sps955
I have 150bhp.152 to be precise. Mind you this...

I have 150bhp.152 to be precise.
Mind you this has cost me a lot of money and time over the years to get.

I will also be the first to admit that this is wasted on me.

In standard trim it is more...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2006, 21:46
Replies: 7
Views: 1,803
Posted By sps955
Having been in the very lucky position to have...

Having been in the very lucky position to have owned a 996R and now a 998R i will say that the 996R had a claimed 136bhp.According to Ducati that was.
The 998R has a claimed 139bhp.
Well in standard...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jan-2006, 15:51
Replies: 14
Views: 2,347
Posted By sps955
Strange that because my 998r battery is a sealed...

Strange that because my 998r battery is a sealed battery and you cant open them to add fluid.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Oct-2005, 22:17
Replies: 7
Views: 1,689
Posted By sps955
I changed my brakes for ap calipers and discs as...

I changed my brakes for ap calipers and discs as well.I also fitted radial master cylinders.Like you said in another thread they actually touch the clocks when you go on full lock.The longer bars...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Oct-2005, 02:57
Replies: 7
Views: 1,689
Posted By sps955
I have heavily modified my engine.Different crank...

I have heavily modified my engine.Different crank different cams and some other parts have been changed out as well.
I originally was going to fit a 55mm system to the bike but was told by someone...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Oct-2005, 02:43
Replies: 7
Views: 1,689
Posted By sps955
Hi Stealth2, It is possible to get the full race...

Hi Stealth2,

It is possible to get the full race pipes for the system.You could try and get replacement cans that are not tapered.Any decent Ducati dealer should be able to help you out with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Oct-2005, 12:02
Replies: 7
Views: 1,689
Posted By sps955
it sounds as though the new system you have is...

it sounds as though the new system you have is one that meets the 102db limit.The cans that meet the lower limit are tapered and have a smaller outlet than normal.I take it these are not the cans you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Sep-2005, 11:43
Replies: 8
Views: 1,831
Posted By sps955
Don't know about the 996R but my 998R did not...

Don't know about the 996R but my 998R did not have a lightweight flywheel fitted.Thing felt as though it was stainless steel.I couldn't believe the difference in weight when i changed mine.
Only real...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jul-2005, 14:50
Replies: 43
Views: 5,062
Posted By sps955
The 998R is the best bike by far.The only thing...

The 998R is the best bike by far.The only thing to watch out for are the brakes.The initial bite you get from the brakes can be very strong and i worried that in a panic situation it would just lock...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jul-2005, 14:28
Replies: 43
Views: 5,062
Posted By sps955
Had various other Ducati's over the years...

Had various other Ducati's over the years including a 996sps and a 996R.
The 998R is brilliant.Mine is very heavily modified but even standard it was brilliant.
Believe me you will not regret...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jul-2005, 14:21
Replies: 43
Views: 5,062
Posted By sps955
Sorry i never replied any sooner.Was actually...

Sorry i never replied any sooner.Was actually outside in the sunshine using my 998R.
:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jun-2004, 08:12
Replies: 11
Views: 1,849
Posted By sps955
I was originally told that Ducati imported 35...

I was originally told that Ducati imported 35 into the uk.
I don't know about any imports but that was the official figure.
Mine being number 505 of 700.:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2003, 15:39
Replies: 11
Views: 2,735
Posted By sps955
I am replying to what i have been asked. And the...

I am replying to what i have been asked.
And the first comment i made was to talk to David at JHP.
This is the same system that i have jus been told to fit to my 998R.
I don't think they will...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2003, 11:12
Replies: 11
Views: 2,735
Posted By sps955
Talk to David at JHP. Moto corse full...

Talk to David at JHP.
Moto corse full system,60mm.
Basically a work of art.
This is a full titanium system and is not cheap.
£3200 + vat.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Aug-2003, 17:03
Replies: 25
Views: 3,507
Posted By sps955
They are fitted to cut down noise from the...

They are fitted to cut down noise from the airbox.
It's all to do with sound waves and resonance.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Aug-2003, 11:10
Replies: 5
Views: 1,657
Posted By sps955
Why doesn't he just get the pads and save...

Why doesn't he just get the pads and save the money from buying the wave discs.
I personally don't see the point of buying these discs.
I don't think there is anything wrong with the standard discs.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2003, 11:10
Replies: 23
Views: 3,109
Posted By sps955
Have to agree with Henners,the standard tyre on a...

Have to agree with Henners,the standard tyre on a 996R + 998R is a 190.
Maybe he just prefers the 180 so it might just be a simple reason.
Just fitted a 180 onto my 998R,definately falls into turns a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Aug-2003, 21:38
Replies: 15
Views: 2,904
Posted By sps955
Under the seat.:D Police don't seem to mind...

Under the seat.:D
Police don't seem to mind and it stops anyone taking it.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Jul-2003, 14:14
Replies: 47
Views: 9,699
Posted By sps955
This problem happens over here as well. I know of...

This problem happens over here as well.
I know of one guy who had five rockers replaced on his 996.
Around £90 a pop this made it a very large bill for the service:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Jul-2003, 09:26
Replies: 3
Views: 1,310
Posted By sps955
As nelly says the main benefit of the lightweight...

As nelly says the main benefit of the lightweight flywheel is the engine spinning up quicker.
I have one fitted to my 998R.
The only problem i have with idling is when the engine is cold.
Standard...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2003, 00:47
Replies: 2
Views: 1,296
Posted By sps955
Nigel is right. 156nm for the sprocket side.176nm...

Nigel is right.
156nm for the sprocket side.176nm for the wheel side.:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jul-2003, 23:21
Replies: 17
Views: 3,493
Posted By sps955
About 110/120 till the light stays on. This is...

About 110/120 till the light stays on.
This is from a 24l tank though.
Don't do any motorway miles with the 998R though.
Best i have ever had is 180 and the light still wasn't on.This was on a 916sp3.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2003, 07:31
Replies: 7
Views: 2,496
Posted By sps955
Five weeks for two pinch bolts for a race...

Five weeks for two pinch bolts for a race swingarm.:o
Well it was the start of august when everything else arrived,i then realised that these are longer and a different pitch.
Nobody in the uk had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2003, 07:24
Replies: 5
Views: 1,948
Posted By sps955
Had similar problem with mine,again lots of stop...

Had similar problem with mine,again lots of stop start traffic.
Once it cooled down no problem.
Hasn't happened since.
When John tells you what the problem is tell me because it is one of his...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jul-2003, 20:25
Replies: 46
Views: 112,018
Posted By sps955
Stick with it mate. Then you will realise why...

Stick with it mate.
Then you will realise why they are worth so much.:o
Just changed the gearing on mine,one tooth less on the front,one tooth more on the rear.:lol::lol::lol:
Frightening is how i...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jun-2003, 08:04
Replies: 46
Views: 112,018
Posted By sps955
I feel for you mate but you have to just try a...

I feel for you mate but you have to just try a process of elimination with any problem.;)
I will admit when i first went out on my 998R it was not setup for the roads around me but have now got it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jun-2003, 17:25
Replies: 8
Views: 2,701
Posted By sps955
Got to agree with pguenet,small independants tend...

Got to agree with pguenet,small independants tend to actually be passionate about the bikes.
I have some very scary stories about my official dealer.
They couldn't even do the pdi properly on my...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jun-2003, 11:08
Replies: 15
Views: 3,862
Posted By sps955
How many actually do 6000 a year.:lol: Does that...

How many actually do 6000 a year.:lol:
Does that mean that a six month service is a 3000 mile service.????:lol:

[Edited on 14-6-2003 by sps955]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jun-2003, 10:39
Replies: 15
Views: 3,862
Posted By sps955
As far as i am aware the 1 year service is a...

As far as i am aware the 1 year service is a 12000 mile service so they should be changing your fork oil as well never mind the brake and clutch fluid.
1 Year or 12000 miles whichever comes first.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jun-2003, 17:59
Replies: 7
Views: 2,567
Posted By sps955
The proper corse airbox is actually larger than...

The proper corse airbox is actually larger than the standard one as well.
The expansion tank that normally sits in the frame at the headstock has to be moved out side of the frame.
As far as i am...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2003, 00:53
Replies: 25
Views: 8,985
Posted By sps955
I fitted a lightweight flywheel to my 998R. I...

I fitted a lightweight flywheel to my 998R.
I also fitted a slipper clutch at the same time.
It has made the engine a bit quicker to rev but the downside is that you have to rev the bike a lot more...
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