Ducati Sporting Club UK
Showing results 1 to 50 of 97
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Search: Posts Made By: fab
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 02-Jan-2007, 13:38
Replies: 8
Views: 12,391
Posted By fab
Well, i haven't been able to give it a real good...

Well, i haven't been able to give it a real good working out since it has been mounted, however it does appear to have reduced it shaking it's head as much when powering out of corners hard, but...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Jan-2007, 13:38
Replies: 8
Views: 2,102
Posted By fab
Well, i haven't been able to give it a real good...

Well, i haven't been able to give it a real good working out since it has been mounted, however it does appear to have reduced it shaking it's head as much when powering out of corners hard, but...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 30-Dec-2006, 19:54
Replies: 10
Views: 3,961
Posted By fab
848 (?) 1098 De-tuned or 749 tuned?

Was wondering what you guys think the 848.. will be like? Pretty much exact replica of the 1098 with a little cube loss and power? Or you think it will be a bored/stroked 748cc motor?

If when...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Dec-2006, 13:01
Replies: 19
Views: 4,696
Posted By fab
in Italy it's the, one thousand and ninety eight,...

in Italy it's the, one thousand and ninety eight, but there again it does sound better as "mille e novantotto", remember a journalist saying that pretty much anything said in Italian sounds cooler. ...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 19:05
Replies: 31
Views: 9,157
Posted By fab
No i didn't speak to anyone whilst i was there, i...

No i didn't speak to anyone whilst i was there, i was waiting to have a word with the sales man upstairs but he was on the phone for ages witha potential 1098 customer, i was mostly around the 1098...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 23-Dec-2006, 18:29
Replies: 31
Views: 9,157
Posted By fab
Lookin at the MV's downstairs and nearly fell...

Lookin at the MV's downstairs and nearly fell over the advertising hoarding?
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 23-Dec-2006, 18:22
Replies: 31
Views: 9,157
Posted By fab
I was there too, was going to ask if it was your...

I was there too, was going to ask if it was your " well used" example downstairs after al lit's the only one i know of with white wheels. Wonder if our paths crossed? ha ha!

Back to the 1098s they...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Dec-2006, 23:26
Replies: 9
Views: 2,461
Posted By fab
Thats really informative, guys thanks. I...

Thats really informative, guys thanks.

I expected this would be the case but was hoping the compromise of the looks wouldnt be that noticeable. Now i know my series of bike is not the model which...
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 21-Dec-2006, 23:26
Replies: 9
Views: 5,473
Posted By fab
Thats really informative, guys thanks. I...

Thats really informative, guys thanks.

I expected this would be the case but was hoping the compromise of the looks wouldnt be that noticeable. Now i know my series of bike is not the model which...
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 21-Dec-2006, 14:57
Replies: 9
Views: 5,473
Posted By fab
Bar raisers. Your experiences?

AS the title suggests was wondering if anyone had tried them here?

If so what have you found are the pros and cons of them?
How much difference does it make to the whole comfort aspect?

Also where...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Dec-2006, 14:57
Replies: 9
Views: 2,461
Posted By fab
Bar raisers. Your experiences?

AS the title suggests was wondering if anyone had tried them here?

If so what have you found are the pros and cons of them?
How much difference does it make to the whole comfort aspect?

Also where...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 21-Dec-2006, 14:53
Replies: 31
Views: 9,157
Posted By fab
Ah well what you need to do see is come up to...

Ah well what you need to do see is come up to Yorkshire and take some photos up here. Not only is there no fog but it also gives you the opportunity to run it in sooner ;)

I rang up for a quote with...
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 05-Dec-2006, 08:27
Replies: 8
Views: 12,391
Posted By fab
Turned it around as my father convinced me it...

Turned it around as my father convinced me it should sit the other way round, not that he would know, but i took his advice any way. It doesn't touch anything so should be ok i guess? but just wanted...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Dec-2006, 08:27
Replies: 8
Views: 2,102
Posted By fab
Turned it around as my father convinced me it...

Turned it around as my father convinced me it should sit the other way round, not that he would know, but i took his advice any way. It doesn't touch anything so should be ok i guess? but just wanted...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Dec-2006, 23:00
Replies: 8
Views: 2,102
Posted By fab
Is my dark steering damper the rite way?

Mounted and working but i have actually flipped it round as in the bulbous bit is at the bottom, i.e opposite to the pic. Is it right? Does it make any difference?
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 04-Dec-2006, 23:00
Replies: 8
Views: 12,391
Posted By fab
Steering dampers / (Killing Headshake)

Mounted and working but i have actually flipped it round as in the bulbous bit is at the bottom, i.e opposite to the pic. Is it right? Does it make any difference?
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Nov-2006, 09:37
Replies: 22
Views: 4,672
Posted By fab
1stly welcome!! Not coming across as a smart ass...

1stly welcome!!

Not coming across as a smart ass at all there, all opinions are appreciated!

I have taken a lot of time reading the advice people are giving and i hope i can look to improve.

I do...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Nov-2006, 21:10
Replies: 22
Views: 4,672
Posted By fab
i haven't been out with an instructor as of yet...

i haven't been out with an instructor as of yet but am considering it for next time out on track.

My last day at Mallory was with No limits and i think i should give it a go taking a seasoned...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Nov-2006, 20:58
Replies: 22
Views: 4,672
Posted By fab
it's good to see what different experiences and...

it's good to see what different experiences and takes on the situation is.

I have looked at my photos from the comparative trackdays and i look a tad clumsy in the higher speed stuff, (i,m riding...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Nov-2006, 14:30
Replies: 22
Views: 4,672
Posted By fab
Don't get me wrong, i've done a lot of riding in...

Don't get me wrong, i've done a lot of riding in the most adverse conditions.

I was in france last year with the torrential downpours and have ridden in the 2 winters i have had my licence, and like...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Nov-2006, 00:19
Replies: 22
Views: 4,672
Posted By fab
How do you ride yours?

I'm really missing being able to gof for a nice dry hoon around.

After owning the bike for 18 months, i still do not appear to have settled into a particular style and quite often attempt at...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 22-Nov-2006, 22:48
Replies: 36
Views: 8,513
Posted By fab
Black most definately. WHite number boards sound...

Black most definately.

WHite number boards sound cool, yeh ill one of those with all the trimmings pls, thanks.
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2006, 23:43
Replies: 51
Views: 11,751
Posted By fab
Just had a thought on the subject and was...

Just had a thought on the subject and was wondering if anyone else would concur.

Is the subjective beauty of a bike realised differently by different generations?

I.E do people choose their...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2006, 22:56
Replies: 22
Views: 4,029
Posted By fab
Ha ha quality, however im sure that is a Suzuki...

Ha ha quality,

however im sure that is a Suzuki Gsx-r ;)
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2006, 21:01
Replies: 22
Views: 4,029
Posted By fab
Sat wondering today what the chances of Ducati...

Sat wondering today what the chances of Ducati pulling something mighty out of the unexpected?

With all the hype around the 1098 how brilliant would it be for Ducati to launch a spectacular...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2006, 15:31
Replies: 22
Views: 4,029
Posted By fab
I thought i'd noticed that. It would be good if...

I thought i'd noticed that.

It would be good if they could give it a edgy update for 2007 and make it a totally seperate model from the 1098 "look". maybe oik it up to 850 or 851 as someone...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 09-Nov-2006, 15:00
Replies: 55
Views: 16,662
Posted By fab
One thing , has anyone got...

One thing , has anyone got size/dimensions?

Particularly interested in the eseat height?
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 09-Nov-2006, 09:05
Replies: 55
Views: 16,662
Posted By fab
Well i'll be sure to "****" my leg over...

Well i'll be sure to "****" my leg over one as soon as possible, hopefully i can try and persuade my dealer to lend me one when i take mine in for a service :)

If this is as light as claimed and it...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 09-Nov-2006, 00:04
Replies: 55
Views: 16,662
Posted By fab
Lol oh so true. Stacked headlights look cool...

Lol oh so true.

Stacked headlights look cool with only one on, wheras side by side looks broken...

Ah look at us all harking back to the the classic 749/999's oh how everyone remembers them so...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 08-Nov-2006, 23:47
Replies: 55
Views: 16,662
Posted By fab
It's loooking better and better by the minute...

It's loooking better and better by the minute guys!!

However one blatant faux pas!

WHY WHY WHY only one headlight on? I hate this on "side" headlamps it just spoils the whole balance and symmetry....
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 08-Nov-2006, 12:09
Replies: 97
Views: 39,989
Posted By fab
Well i would have to say i like it but it doesnt...

Well i would have to say i like it but it doesnt appear to be a classic design, but in Ducatis shoes what could they have done?

If they went radical like with the 749/999 series they would have been...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 07-Nov-2006, 16:47
Replies: 97
Views: 39,989
Posted By fab
1098 undisguised!

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/nav?page=motorcyclenews.articles.articleCategory.article&resourceId=5940199&articleCategory=NEWS_NEW-BIKES
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 07-Nov-2006, 16:46
Replies: 50
Views: 18,774
Posted By fab
http://www.motorcyclenews.com/nav?page=motorcyclen...

http://www.motorcyclenews.com/nav?page=motorcyclenews.articles.articleCategory.article&resourceId=5940199&articleCategory=NEWS_NEW-BIKES

first undisguised shots? looks pretty sweet!
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2006, 22:56
Replies: 10
Views: 2,460
Posted By fab
Cool. thats another option to consider, a little...

Cool. thats another option to consider, a little far perhaps but may be worth it!
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2006, 21:57
Replies: 10
Views: 2,460
Posted By fab
Will have to ring round i guess to see what the...

Will have to ring round i guess to see what the differnce is, i mean if i know i'll get quality service at DL and it only costs a negligible amount more, taking into account a 10 mile trip to get...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2006, 21:14
Replies: 10
Views: 2,460
Posted By fab
It's just over its 2 yr mark so the warranty has...

It's just over its 2 yr mark so the warranty has now expired, i was thinking specialist route however Ducati Leeds have reduced their labour rates recently and have been good to me in the past, i...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2006, 21:00
Replies: 10
Views: 2,460
Posted By fab
2Year 8,000 miles service 749 Dark..

What should i be paying for this service and what do you recommend on having done at this mileage then guys and gals?

Belts, oils filters, valve clearances? should i be looking at new chain and...
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Oct-2006, 22:51
Replies: 9
Views: 2,024
Posted By fab
I contacted the vendor of the clear lenses in the...

I contacted the vendor of the clear lenses in the first place which was infact project r - so all is well in the indicator department ;)

this was only after being patronised by a local motorbike...
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Oct-2006, 09:26
Replies: 9
Views: 2,024
Posted By fab
I had a look in my local one, but the bulbs they...

I had a look in my local one, but the bulbs they have a re predominantly for cars, they have the clear ones that would fit in the standard one, but not an orange bulb. Might try one of the bigger...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Oct-2006, 23:48
Replies: 9
Views: 2,024
Posted By fab
Replacement orange indicator bulbs where?

Hey,
Anyone know where i can get replacement orange indicator bulbs for my rear clear lenses?

cheers
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Oct-2006, 23:29
Replies: 51
Views: 11,751
Posted By fab
Well it has been really interesting seeing the...

Well it has been really interesting seeing the varying points of view and reasons behind why people believe/think this way.

I can honestly say i think its a bit mad, but variety being the spice of...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Oct-2006, 23:47
Replies: 51
Views: 11,751
Posted By fab
Wink Why does there appear to be this hatred?

So not wishing to bring up too much of this seemingly age old argument, nor do i wish to cause any conflict, i just want to try and understand. Hopefully someone can enlighten me?

I have read many a...
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Sep-2006, 13:26
Replies: 2
Views: 1,780
Posted By fab
Ah cheers, i got one from e-bay official one...

Ah cheers, i got one from e-bay official one thats new for a bit cheaper, so pretty chuffed.

Just wondering as one dealer suggested that the mount is on the forks somehwhere? and another suggested...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Sep-2006, 12:34
Replies: 2
Views: 1,780
Posted By fab
749 dark steering damper kit

can anyone advise me how much these retail for and where it mounts to.

Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Sep-2006, 09:20
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By fab
Wink Back at ya Kp

Back at ya Kp
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Aug-2006, 20:31
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By fab
Cheers for the input guys, im still considering...

Cheers for the input guys, im still considering my options, i had'nt really seen the after market stuff other than whats on ebay.

The other stuff above though looks really high quality and prob be...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Aug-2006, 13:47
Replies: 10
Views: 2,511
Posted By fab
Smile 749 race plastics/fibreglass

hello, long time no speak y'all!

Just a quickie re track plastics, hving completed a track day at Mallory (11.08.06) i can see this becoming an expensive hobby. Ideally i woud like a track bike...
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Oct-2005, 23:11
Replies: 7
Views: 1,231
Posted By fab
i was watcing this and i cant belive these things...

i was watcing this and i cant belive these things cost (a) so much new and (b) so much second hand! :P

For a piece of pipe and silencer that short it is well and truly a rip off.

I really want the...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Oct-2005, 20:55
Replies: 11
Views: 2,165
Posted By fab
thanks for the response y'all i'm keen on having...

thanks for the response y'all

i'm keen on having them fitted, however paying over 1k for an exhaust really makes me cringe at the thought of it, (lucky im not after the titanium ones i suppose) im...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Oct-2005, 00:18
Replies: 11
Views: 2,165
Posted By fab
Videos of 749 with/without termis?

Just wondering how different the standard exhaust and termis sound on the 749, (i.e are they worth the moeny?) any one have any vids or know of any sound boards with these on?

Cheers.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 97

 
Recent Posts - Contact Us - DSC Home - Archive - Top
Powered by vBulletin 3.5.4 - Copyright © 2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd. - © Ducati Sporting Club UK - All times are GMT +1. The time now is 17:48.