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Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Jun-2006, 14:58
Replies: 8
Views: 1,840
Posted By flanagaj
Interesting that an MV rear end will fit the 748....

Interesting that an MV rear end will fit the 748. I am really hoping that Ducati do a restyled 748 for 2007.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Jun-2006, 22:58
Replies: 8
Views: 1,840
Posted By flanagaj
Trade 748 for MV Augusta F4 750 ?

Trying to decide whether or not to trade in my 748 BP for an MV Augusta. I like the 748 and the fact it rumbles right through you when you ride it and the view from the front, but I think the back...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2006, 09:04
Replies: 5
Views: 1,279
Posted By flanagaj
Each of the non friction plates has a small semi...

Each of the non friction plates has a small semi circular notch cut out of the outer edge.

But as the later posts have said. No need to align these.

Thanks Chaps !!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2006, 23:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,279
Posted By flanagaj
Surely someone has fitted a clutch themselves !!

Surely someone has fitted a clutch themselves !!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2006, 19:54
Replies: 5
Views: 1,279
Posted By flanagaj
748 clutch plate fitting question (someone must know)

Hi,

Just fitting my new clutch basket and plates and I notice that the plain plates have a notch cut out and I was wondering whether they need to be aligned or should they be staggered to ensure...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-May-2006, 14:18
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By flanagaj
Spoke with the Manager (Shaun/Sean) of DM and he...

Spoke with the Manager (Shaun/Sean) of DM and he agreed that they have had issues in the past and are working on a resolution. My issue has been resolved and I am sending the clutch drum back for a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-May-2006, 23:29
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By flanagaj
Oh no, I did not get that impression.

Oh no, I did not get that impression.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-May-2006, 23:21
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By flanagaj
Well let's hope he reads this and I can give him...

Well let's hope he reads this and I can give him some feed back as to how they can improve.

PS - Anyone live in Dorset with a spare clutch basket ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-May-2006, 21:29
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By flanagaj
It astounds me that in this day and age companies...

It astounds me that in this day and age companies are able to survive regardless of how poor their customer service is. Unless I just fit the plates and use the old basket I will bikeless over the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-May-2006, 21:02
Replies: 18
Views: 3,169
Posted By flanagaj
Ducati Manchester Issue (resolved)

I am fuming. Waited two weeks for my clutch plates and clutch basket from Ducati Manchester. Had to keep chasing to find out where it was. Wife called me this morning to say it's here. Get home...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-May-2006, 21:13
Replies: 19
Views: 2,964
Posted By flanagaj
Black or Gold wheels

I was thinking of having my 748 wheels painted black. What do people prefer. Black or Gold.

I would do the frame, but that looks like a lot of work taking the bike apart
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2006, 22:21
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2006, 21:37
Replies: 2
Views: 1,088
Posted By flanagaj
Removing clutch centre nut.

Hi,

Does the clutch centre nut undo anti clockwise or clockwise ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 21:37
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By flanagaj
So am I wasting my money replacing them ? If I...

So am I wasting my money replacing them ? If I won't see a difference then I won't bother.

Did you replace your stock pressure plate ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 21:17
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By flanagaj
Worked a treat. Thanks. Having removed the...

Worked a treat. Thanks.


Having removed the clutch plates I found that the plates on my 748 range from 2.6 - 2.8mm and both the plates and basket are some what notched (see attached picture). The...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 19:32
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By flanagaj
Removing a rounded clutch spring bolt ?

Trying to use an allen key to remove a clutch spring bolt and it slipped and rounded the bolt out. Does anyone have any ideas as to how I can get it out without having to drill it out and then get...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 12:26
Replies: 22
Views: 2,703
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks !!! I will check out Corner Speed. It...

Thanks !!! I will check out Corner Speed.

It looks like a job that if you take your time and read the manual you can do yourself. Agreed ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 10:39
Replies: 22
Views: 2,703
Posted By flanagaj
Looks as though the plates and basket have worn. ...

Looks as though the plates and basket have worn. In the Haynes Manual it says that if the engine is in the frame you can just put it in gear, press the back brake on hard and remove the clutch...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 10:33
Replies: 4
Views: 1,002
Posted By flanagaj
Stupid me. Just checked the fuses and it seemed...

Stupid me. Just checked the fuses and it seemed that the 7.5amp fuse for the pilot had blown. When I nicked the 7.5 amp fan fuse all was ok.

I was perplexed for a while as even though the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 09:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,002
Posted By flanagaj
Sorry guys, but if anyone has any ideas as to why...

Sorry guys, but if anyone has any ideas as to why I suddenly lost my rev counter / temp gauge and indicators whilst riding I would be most grateful if you could point me in the right...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2006, 09:30
Replies: 2
Views: 956
Posted By flanagaj
Will this also affect the low speed chatter that...

Will this also affect the low speed chatter that these bikes suffer with ?

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2006, 22:54
Replies: 2
Views: 956
Posted By flanagaj
Replacing clutch basket and plates

The gear shifting on my 748 is ok, but when I took off the clutch cover to have a look I noticed that the outer plate was rather notched and the clutch basket is too. Should I leave it until gear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2006, 20:47
Replies: 4
Views: 1,002
Posted By flanagaj
No temp gauge, Rev counter or indis (RESOLVED)

went out on the 748 tonight and one minute the rev counter and temp gauge were working fine. The next minute the rev counter and temp gauge had stopped working. The indis also stopped working.

I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-May-2006, 20:02
Replies: 22
Views: 2,703
Posted By flanagaj
Is it a job that is easy to do yourself ?

Is it a job that is easy to do yourself ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-May-2006, 19:47
Replies: 22
Views: 2,703
Posted By flanagaj
If there are any grooves does it mean it needs...

If there are any grooves does it mean it needs replacing ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-May-2006, 19:23
Replies: 22
Views: 2,703
Posted By flanagaj
Symptons of worn clutch basket

Can anyone tell me what the symptons of a worn clutch basket are ?

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Apr-2006, 22:10
Replies: 3
Views: 1,226
Posted By flanagaj
All done. Helps if you take your time with these...

All done. Helps if you take your time with these things.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Apr-2006, 19:03
Replies: 3
Views: 1,226
Posted By flanagaj
Chain fitting (Part II)

Well the 2 * DID replacement split links have arrived and I am going to attempt the chain rivet once more. Before I do any helpful tips from all your pros out there ?

PS - When I tried it last time...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2006, 22:54
Replies: 19
Views: 2,655
Posted By flanagaj
My bike is a y2k 748 yet some sites list a 748...

My bike is a y2k 748 yet some sites list a 748 and 748BP. Will the oil filter be the same regardless ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2006, 22:34
Replies: 19
Views: 2,655
Posted By flanagaj
You are not wrong there. I have no problem...

You are not wrong there. I have no problem servicing my mountain bike, but this baby keeps given me hassle.

Should I go for a genuine Ducati filter ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2006, 22:07
Replies: 19
Views: 2,655
Posted By flanagaj
New oil filter keeps leaking

I fitted a replacement filter at the weekend and it just keeps leaking. Firstly I did it hand tight and then I tighted it further in stages until the filter started to dent. And it still leaks. I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2006, 09:34
Replies: 17
Views: 3,521
Posted By flanagaj
Very nice. How long does it take to strip a bike...

Very nice. How long does it take to strip a bike down so that you can send the frame / wheels off to be painted black ?

Is it a job a relative noob should tackle ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2006, 09:20
Replies: 1
Views: 1,776
Posted By flanagaj
Where can I get a DID 520 Split link today ?

Was really hoping to ride my bike to BSB, but as I managed to crack one of the copper ends when riveting the chain back together I can't ride it.

There is probably more chance of being molested by...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Apr-2006, 14:54
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By flanagaj
Finally did it. The chap next door is a plant...

Finally did it. The chap next door is a plant fitter and he lent me a decent filter removal tool.

What is even more depressing.

New Filter is leaking even after tightening up and one of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Apr-2006, 12:33
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By flanagaj
I know, I reckon the guy who put the last one on...

I know, I reckon the guy who put the last one on sealed it on with super glue:flame:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Apr-2006, 12:11
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks for the pointers. I am hopefully getting...

Thanks for the pointers. I am hopefully getting my hands on a decent filter wrench later today. I am sure that I am correct in that when positioned on the filter side of the bike the filter...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Apr-2006, 21:28
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By flanagaj
Can\'t remove oil filter :-(

I stupidly thought that to save a few pounds and to learn a bit about servicing that performing an oil change myself was the way to go.

I tried to remove the filter using a removal strap that a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Apr-2006, 21:58
Replies: 11
Views: 1,939
Posted By flanagaj
If you work hard and save your pennies you too...

If you work hard and save your pennies you too could have one.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Apr-2006, 20:11
Replies: 11
Views: 1,939
Posted By flanagaj
I am changing the chain and sprockets this...

I am changing the chain and sprockets this weekend. The clutch basket does have a few notches in it. How can you tell if it needs replacing ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Apr-2006, 23:10
Replies: 11
Views: 1,939
Posted By flanagaj
low revs chatter

If I pull away in 1st using low revs and no clutch my 748 chatters along. If this usual ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Apr-2006, 21:43
Replies: 8
Views: 1,654
Posted By flanagaj
y2k 748 bp

y2k 748 bp
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 17:59
Replies: 8
Views: 1,654
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks for that. I got it fitted in the end.

Thanks for that. I got it fitted in the end.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 15:09
Replies: 8
Views: 1,654
Posted By flanagaj
Stuck trying to fit a JH Performance air filter :-(

For some strange reason I thought rather than replace my 748 air filters with the same type I'd go for a performance air filter. This thing sits in the main air box under the tank and is a great...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 13:47
Replies: 6
Views: 1,216
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks for offering. I will buy one and do it in...

Thanks for offering. I will buy one and do it in the week.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 09:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,216
Posted By flanagaj
That would be great. What I will do is to fit...

That would be great. What I will do is to fit the new sprockets so that I am ready to do the chain and then I shall drop you a mail. I imagine it will be some time later this afternoon that I will...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 09:32
Replies: 6
Views: 1,216
Posted By flanagaj
Hi Rob, I think you may have offered before. I...

Hi Rob,

I think you may have offered before. I live in Blandford :-)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 09:04
Replies: 6
Views: 1,216
Posted By flanagaj
Improvisation to fit my DID chain

I was just looking at my DID chain that I need to fit and all I can see that I need is a tool that pushes into the hollows of the joining plate so as to increase the diameter of the copper end thus...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Apr-2006, 18:43
Replies: 1
Views: 1,138
Posted By flanagaj
Is it easy to fit a new chain ?

I have just bought a new chain and sprocket set as a result of my existing chain having tight spots. I have never fitted one before and I was hoping I could use a split link, but apparently these...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Mar-2006, 19:21
Replies: 12
Views: 2,100
Posted By flanagaj
Thanks, I appreciate that. I will order the kit...

Thanks, I appreciate that. I will order the kit this week.

Does anyone know a good place for chains and sprockets ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Mar-2006, 12:36
Replies: 11
Views: 2,058
Posted By flanagaj
Excuse my ignorance, but what are runners ?

Excuse my ignorance, but what are runners ?
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