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Forum: 999 / 749 20-Nov-2004, 13:56
Replies: 9
Views: 1,445
Posted By Rick_916
COLD ?? you want cold, come here to SWEDEN its...

COLD ??
you want cold, come here to SWEDEN its -14 degrees, a foot of snow on the ground and its only nov ,thats cold:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2004, 17:23
Replies: 17
Views: 1,842
Posted By Rick_916
Oh I feel better, now mine is cleaner :D Looks...

Oh I feel better, now mine is cleaner :D
Looks like you have done ALOT of work in 6 months, again, it looks good
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2004, 16:46
Replies: 17
Views: 1,842
Posted By Rick_916
Nice looking, but HELL, how clean is that bike...

Nice looking, but HELL, how clean is that bike !!!
Luckily mine ( bike ) hasnt seen those pics.:sing:
Im just jealous
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2004, 22:09
Replies: 18
Views: 1,960
Posted By Rick_916
I had the same problem, I dont know what the guy...

I had the same problem, I dont know what the guy in the ducati workshop did, but when he loosened my chain to fit the 14 tooth cog when he tightened it back he did something so the wheel didnt sit so...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jun-2004, 15:57
Replies: 10
Views: 2,061
Posted By Rick_916
WHAT ME PAY !!!! You should be paying me to come...

WHAT ME PAY !!!!
You should be paying me to come over here to this beautiful country , nice weather, cold beer and the views ( 2 legged ones) OPPPS I hope my wife doesnt read this....
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jun-2004, 14:04
Replies: 10
Views: 2,061
Posted By Rick_916
andyb can you come to sweden and fix it for him...

andyb can you come to sweden and fix it for him ??
Just joking, nice job
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jun-2004, 12:49
Replies: 10
Views: 2,061
Posted By Rick_916
Thanks ,I can maila my friend but we are in...

Thanks ,I can maila my friend but we are in Sweden so I dont know if he will buy from Ebay.. They cost about a little over £1000.00 for the Carbon Termis over here for the 999 but thanks for your...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jun-2004, 07:30
Replies: 10
Views: 2,061
Posted By Rick_916
999 exhust

A friend has a 999 with original exhust and he wants to take out the packning, so as to make it abit louder ! Has anyone done this, is it hard? Any helpful tips will be appreciated.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jun-2004, 11:48
Replies: 2
Views: 978
Posted By Rick_916
mini blinkers

I brought some of those mini blinkers ( Kellerman )and when I installed them, firstly they started blinking faster than normal then they blew the fuse !
Has anyone done this, have I done something...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jun-2004, 16:25
Replies: 9
Views: 1,469
Posted By Rick_916
Thanks guys, I will be looking at it next wekkend...

Thanks guys, I will be looking at it next wekkend so I shall just have to wait, NOT EASY...
But in the meantime if any more help comes to you all write ..
THANKS
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jun-2004, 14:31
Replies: 9
Views: 1,469
Posted By Rick_916
996 SPS

YES me again
I have found a 996 SPS , he will take my 916 plus 15000 SEK
opps £ 1000 which I think is a fantastic deal for me.
BUT you guys are there any problems that I should look at ?
Any good...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2004, 20:50
Replies: 4
Views: 1,179
Posted By Rick_916
Yes thats why I posted it, I cant find a place...

Yes thats why I posted it, I cant find a place in SWEDEN and the only one I know of is the above mentioned, maybe I should have just said I was looking to get my wheels painted or polished, but...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2004, 20:27
Replies: 4
Views: 1,179
Posted By Rick_916
Painting, polishing wheels

I am thinking of getting my wheels painted , I cant find a place here in Sweden so I saw that they do it att CASOLI and as I am thinking of a trip to the UK might get it done, has anyone done it from...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jun-2004, 12:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,210
Posted By Rick_916
Do you guys have this stuff called `liquid metal...

Do you guys have this stuff called `liquid metal ` in the UK ?
Its like blue tac what you stick posters on the wall with but you squeeze it for a minute then put it on what you want to fix and it...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Jun-2004, 10:26
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By Rick_916
a better pic

a better pic
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Jun-2004, 08:25
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By Rick_916
Sil motor looks nice and sounds good

Sil motor looks nice and sounds good
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Jun-2004, 20:27
Replies: 11
Views: 2,362
Posted By Rick_916
DO IT, Wish I had the chance ( money ) at getting...

DO IT, Wish I had the chance ( money ) at getting a 999 r
Forum: 999 / 749 31-May-2004, 17:40
Replies: 17
Views: 3,140
Posted By Rick_916
Sil have a set, they are popular in Germany

Sil have a set, they are popular in Germany
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2004, 20:56
Replies: 0
Views: 1,101
Posted By Rick_916
Windscreen

I am 6`1 ( 185 cm ) tall and have problems with the wind trying to blow me off the bike so I have seen alot of guys with the double bubble or whatever windscreens, are these alot of help or is there...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-May-2004, 21:00
Replies: 1
Views: 1,301
Posted By Rick_916
916 engine mods

Now that I am NOT buying a 996 SPS I thought oh well spend some money on the engine....
What have any of you guys done?
Was it worth it ?
Pros and Cons.
Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-May-2004, 14:52
Replies: 8
Views: 2,134
Posted By Rick_916
David Cook Can you ask your insurance company if...

David Cook
Can you ask your insurance company if they will insure my bike ?
After all we are in the EU now.......................:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2004, 19:07
Replies: 8
Views: 2,134
Posted By Rick_916
Well sale is off... Our insurance is so HIGH here...

Well sale is off...
Our insurance is so HIGH here in Sweden for the 996 SPS it will be £1800 and for my 916 I pay £ 250 so too much of a hike. Whats the insurance like in the UK ?:mad:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2004, 19:22
Replies: 8
Views: 2,134
Posted By Rick_916
Buying a 996 SPS

Hi
I have a chance to buy a extremely nice 996 SPS 00 model with just 2000 km´ s on.
And I was wondering if there are any out there with these bikes who can give me any extra info on them, things...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-May-2004, 09:29
Replies: 6
Views: 2,006
Posted By Rick_916
Thanks, do any know of websites were I can look...

Thanks, do any know of websites were I can look for 999´s ?
Whats the cost os a 999 S ?
Forum: 999 / 749 15-May-2004, 09:06
Replies: 6
Views: 2,006
Posted By Rick_916
Buying a 999

I am thinking of buying a 999
What things you guys with 999´s know of that I should be looking at when I look at a 999.
Are there any good sites with used bikes that you know of? I am in Sweden and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-May-2004, 20:07
Replies: 17
Views: 2,599
Posted By Rick_916
Cleaning your BIKE

Some of the bikes on here are sooo clean, mine is never that clean no matter HOW long i spend on it. Do you have some magical cleaner ?
what does everone use and for what ?
Thanks:sing:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Apr-2004, 16:42
Replies: 2
Views: 1,190
Posted By Rick_916
Hi Are the tools the same as a 916 ? If they are...

Hi
Are the tools the same as a 916 ?
If they are you can have mine as I have an extra one, you just pay for postage.
Emaila or u2u me
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2004, 23:18
Replies: 6
Views: 1,480
Posted By Rick_916
OK thanks, I will try Jasper

OK thanks, I will try Jasper
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2004, 23:05
Replies: 3
Views: 1,203
Posted By Rick_916
Thanks for your help,

Thanks for your help,
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2004, 20:26
Replies: 6
Views: 1,480
Posted By Rick_916
No I have the conversion kit where if I want to...

No I have the conversion kit where if I want to take my wife out then I remove the cover and bold on my Biposto seat. What I was wondering as there is a guy here in Sweden who will re- leather my...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2004, 18:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,480
Posted By Rick_916
Biposto seat

Has anyone seen or have the rear Biposto seat in the mono posto colours. I mean instead of the rear seat in only red it has been done in white with the red strip in the middle like the monoposto...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2004, 18:52
Replies: 3
Views: 1,203
Posted By Rick_916
Fixing Carbon Fiber

My new rear tire has worn a hole in my Carbon Fiber hugger, Its about 3 cm long and 2 cm wide. Is there any way to patch it up with say fiberglass or anything else ?
Thanks:(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Apr-2004, 20:33
Replies: 9
Views: 1,781
Posted By Rick_916
UMM no , I must be dumb, oh well off to the...

UMM no , I must be dumb, oh well off to the Ducati shop for me
But thanks:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Apr-2004, 17:34
Replies: 9
Views: 1,781
Posted By Rick_916
I have the same problem with my bike, but when I...

I have the same problem with my bike, but when I push the starter button it doesnt make a noise but I shorted the wires at the back of the solenoid and the motor turned over, so IF I understand...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 22:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,014
Posted By Rick_916
Are they in the same quality as the Dainese and...

Are they in the same quality as the Dainese and Alpinestars ?
Whats this model called ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 21:04
Replies: 5
Views: 1,014
Posted By Rick_916
Spyke Riding Suit

I have seen a Spyke leather riding suit but I dont know anything about them. Are they any good. The brands we have here in sweden are mostly Dainese or Alpinestars. How do they compare with these...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 17:55
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
Thanks for you help Nelly, will try it again...

Thanks for you help Nelly,
will try it again tomorrow
If you are over in Sweden I will buy you a beer.
Rick_916
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 17:11
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
Hej Nelly How do I know IF the connector is Ok I...

Hej Nelly
How do I know IF the connector is Ok
I have tried tapping the solenoid with the starter button pusshed but that didnt help.
Is there a way to find out if the solenoid is ok ??
Thanks:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 15:59
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
If this is anymore help. I can push the red...

If this is anymore help. I can push the red starter button like 30 or 40 times and then the bike will start ???????
Any ideas ?????:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 13:58
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
No Nelly that didnt work, I have tried spraying...

No Nelly that didnt work, I have tried spraying connector spray in the starter switch but no go .....
Ummmm Plan 2 oh, I dont have a plan 2:(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 12:59
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
Yes the fuel pump starts when I turn the key on...

Yes the fuel pump starts when I turn the key on so I will try what you said Nelly. Thanks:saint:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 12:48
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
Oh I wish, my bike doesnt have the stand cut off,...

Oh I wish, my bike doesnt have the stand cut off, no imobilser, and the switch is on RUN also, can it not be getting a contakt in the switch, frustrating as its nice weather here in Sweden and I want...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Apr-2004, 12:17
Replies: 10
Views: 1,481
Posted By Rick_916
Bike wont start

I went to start my bike 916 today and there is nothing. The battery isnt flat but the red switch that you push in when I push that to start the bike it doesnt do anything. Could it be something in...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Apr-2004, 07:48
Replies: 4
Views: 1,259
Posted By Rick_916
Ok, Thanks for your help Rick_916

Ok, Thanks for your help
Rick_916
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Apr-2004, 20:13
Replies: 4
Views: 1,259
Posted By Rick_916
Fitting CF airbox

I have a chance to buy a cheap Carbon Fiber airbox for my 916. I saw a post here on fitting one but kan you help me with any more helping hints , those that have fitted them.
Can i run my bike with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Apr-2004, 19:41
Replies: 2
Views: 1,060
Posted By Rick_916
Bike wont start !!!

I was out riding, came home and my 916 just stalled and wont start. It sounds like it is starting but there is no fuel getting to the motor.
How can I know if the fuel pump is not working ?
Shouldnt...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2004, 18:21
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By Rick_916
Good idea ! Didnt think of that . Thanks

Good idea !
Didnt think of that .
Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2004, 17:12
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By Rick_916
Whats the easiest way of lifting up the front...

Whats the easiest way of lifting up the front wheel IF you dont have a front stand and you will take off the wheel ??
Thanks again:(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2004, 17:03
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By Rick_916
THANKS, yes mine looks way out, oh well its the...

THANKS, yes mine looks way out, oh well its the wheel off again,
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2004, 14:51
Replies: 6
Views: 1,265
Posted By Rick_916
Speedo not working

Hi
I changed the front wheel because I had to take it off to fit new tyres and now that I have put it all together the Speedo doesnt work.
I looked at the cable and the speedo wheel with the cable is...
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