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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Oct-2011, 14:45
Replies: 5
Views: 2,602
Posted By the phantom pieman
Not keen on the idea of GRP TBH

Not keen on the idea of GRP TBH
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Oct-2011, 21:33
Replies: 5
Views: 2,602
Posted By the phantom pieman
Thanks for the replies - I'll do a bit of...

Thanks for the replies - I'll do a bit of research !
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2011, 11:06
Replies: 5
Views: 2,602
Posted By the phantom pieman
Chinese Ebay Plastics

I'm returning to the UK - (:D )
But I have to find a new job (:mad: )

But it means I can probably do some track days with "leisure" time - so I don't want to use the original bodywork ...

Obviously...
Forum: Diavel and X-Diavel: 1260 / 1200 / 1100 12-Sep-2011, 23:36
Replies: 12
Views: 17,115
Posted By the phantom pieman
And thank you very much ... I will also be...

And thank you very much ...
I will also be returning to the UK shortly as well, so will get more involved than last time!:D
Forum: New User Introductions 10-Sep-2011, 21:07
Replies: 5
Views: 3,390
Posted By the phantom pieman
Hi Digger, matey ... I'm kind of back as...

Hi Digger, matey ...
I'm kind of back as well

You chose the sensible option mind !!:D
Forum: Diavel and X-Diavel: 1260 / 1200 / 1100 10-Sep-2011, 21:05
Replies: 12
Views: 17,115
Posted By the phantom pieman
Erm, I've just bought one It is an amazing , if...

Erm, I've just bought one
It is an amazing , if somewhat left field offering for Ducati ....
Forum: Diavel and X-Diavel: 1260 / 1200 / 1100 10-Sep-2011, 21:03
Replies: 2
Views: 6,541
Posted By the phantom pieman
I must be odd - I quite like the std on on mine !

I must be odd - I quite like the std on on mine !
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 25-Dec-2006, 10:31
Replies: 33
Views: 8,418
Posted By the phantom pieman
And that is also why people buy Ducati .... it's...

And that is also why people buy Ducati .... it's a monied ego thing !!

We didn't buy the 999 cos it didn't look pretty enough. What does that say about the average Duke officianado - sort of simiar...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Dec-2006, 18:17
Replies: 11
Views: 3,069
Posted By the phantom pieman
You could just keep the Buell ... what will a...

You could just keep the Buell ... what will a sports classic give you that it doesn't?

Other that psuedo classic looks ?
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 21-Dec-2006, 18:13
Replies: 9
Views: 5,472
Posted By the phantom pieman
I have the Cycle Cat ones on my 998s ... I...

I have the Cycle Cat ones on my 998s ...

I understand where Shazaam is coming from - but for road use the std posoition is just uncomfortable ...

Bar risers make a huge difference. That, and...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Dec-2006, 18:13
Replies: 9
Views: 2,461
Posted By the phantom pieman
I have the Cycle Cat ones on my 998s ... I...

I have the Cycle Cat ones on my 998s ...

I understand where Shazaam is coming from - but for road use the std posoition is just uncomfortable ...

Bar risers make a huge difference. That, and...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 18-Dec-2006, 23:24
Replies: 17
Views: 4,515
Posted By the phantom pieman
Worked fine in Switzerland for 4 years. In fact...

Worked fine in Switzerland for 4 years. In fact there is a "grey market" for ex pats ...

Hook it up, don't put in the phone line. And just don't admit to Sky you are not in the UK ...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 11-Dec-2006, 22:25
Replies: 9
Views: 2,412
Posted By the phantom pieman
Does a KPH speedo mean an MOT fail? Thanks

Does a KPH speedo mean an MOT fail?

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2006, 22:22
Replies: 20
Views: 3,593
Posted By the phantom pieman
That's the one ....

That's the one ....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2006, 19:02
Replies: 20
Views: 3,593
Posted By the phantom pieman
Just bought one from E-Bay

Just bought one from E-Bay
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2006, 18:38
Replies: 20
Views: 3,593
Posted By the phantom pieman
No ... It just reminded me that a small amount of...

No ... It just reminded me that a small amount of money spent now might be a good idea.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2006, 18:28
Replies: 20
Views: 3,593
Posted By the phantom pieman
I did ... but he never replied !! :(

I did ... but he never replied !! :(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2006, 16:23
Replies: 20
Views: 3,593
Posted By the phantom pieman
Protection of engine from chain breaking ....

Having read the Performance Bike comment on the damage that a broken chain can do to the engine cases, does anyone know if the DSC member who was selling a plate to protect against this (Skidlids?)...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 30-Nov-2006, 20:19
Replies: 18
Views: 5,690
Posted By the phantom pieman
The white looks like a seriously ****ed off...

The white looks like a seriously ****ed off domestic appliance ....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Nov-2006, 23:30
Replies: 14
Views: 2,858
Posted By the phantom pieman
The spacers are the goldy coloured sleaves you...

The spacers are the goldy coloured sleaves you pass the bolts through. Made from Italian cheese, as always ....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Nov-2006, 17:59
Replies: 14
Views: 2,858
Posted By the phantom pieman
I would have thought nearer 250 smackers for the...

I would have thought nearer 250 smackers for the genuine Ducati one off e bay. When I asked at a dealer it was 400 ish .....
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 19-Nov-2006, 18:49
Replies: 25
Views: 7,106
Posted By the phantom pieman
Nope , not PMT... Part of the problem with...

Nope , not PMT...

Part of the problem with people in this country is the whining " It's better elsewhere" mentality. And most people don't think further than " My council tax has gone up by 50 quid...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 19-Nov-2006, 16:41
Replies: 25
Views: 7,106
Posted By the phantom pieman
Good ... the rest of us who choose to stay won't...

Good ... the rest of us who choose to stay won't miss you.

Are you sure that your new land of choice will be perfect for everything?
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 17-Nov-2006, 00:13
Replies: 23
Views: 4,376
Posted By the phantom pieman
However, you could just save for self the hassle...

However, you could just save for self the hassle and a load of money by going to your local dealer in a few weeks for free .....
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 15-Nov-2006, 08:59
Replies: 60
Views: 18,464
Posted By the phantom pieman
When the 916 came out , did it take time for it...

When the 916 came out , did it take time for it to grow on you, or did you just say "F*** me, I really want one of those" ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2006, 09:31
Replies: 12
Views: 2,889
Posted By the phantom pieman
Whilst on the subject of 998s headlights , mine...

Whilst on the subject of 998s headlights , mine has gone sort of milky looking - but only on the full beam side.

Any suggestions of causes and cures ?

Cheers
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 07-Nov-2006, 23:37
Replies: 97
Views: 39,987
Posted By the phantom pieman
Blimey ... PMT? Just cos I don't like doesn't...

Blimey ... PMT?

Just cos I don't like doesn't mean I have to get lashed by your lightweight vitriol .....
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 07-Nov-2006, 20:06
Replies: 97
Views: 39,987
Posted By the phantom pieman
No it doesn't ... it looks just like the Triumph...

No it doesn't ... it looks just like the Triumph crossed with a ZX6

Hardly original, is it?
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 07-Nov-2006, 19:33
Replies: 97
Views: 39,987
Posted By the phantom pieman
Even with our Ducati Lurve goggles on, you have...

Even with our Ducati Lurve goggles on, you have got to say that that looks like it was designed by a man going through a bitter divorce ....

Hope it looks better in the flesh as it looks like a cast...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 04-Nov-2006, 14:29
Replies: 10
Views: 3,868
Posted By the phantom pieman
The best thing you can say about it is that the...

The best thing you can say about it is that the wheels are nice

Hardley soul stirring , is it!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2006, 16:46
Replies: 7
Views: 2,033
Posted By the phantom pieman
Yup .... very good. And helpful Price is not...

Yup .... very good. And helpful

Price is not bad compared to "real" dealers
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Aug-2006, 12:33
Replies: 11
Views: 3,291
Posted By the phantom pieman
I've ordered some, so once I have got it I will...

I've ordered some, so once I have got it I will let you know, Zhed ...

i've also picked up some Fiat Metal Greay and will let you know about that....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Aug-2006, 23:52
Replies: 11
Views: 3,291
Posted By the phantom pieman
Talking Thanks for that .... And I just might buy some...

Thanks for that ....

And I just might buy some Fiat paint as well !

Don't suppose anyone knows if the wheels and frame are the same colour? It looks like it to me ......
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Aug-2006, 09:46
Replies: 11
Views: 3,291
Posted By the phantom pieman
Thanks everyone

Thanks everyone
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Aug-2006, 16:35
Replies: 11
Views: 3,291
Posted By the phantom pieman
no-one has a source ??

no-one has a source ??
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Aug-2006, 20:35
Replies: 11
Views: 3,291
Posted By the phantom pieman
Grey Frame / Wheel Paint

Having just had new tyres put on, I notice that Misson M/C were obviously not as bothered about the wheels as I am ...

They have scratched a nice centre line around the inside, and chipped the rim...
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Aug-2006, 23:26
Replies: 12
Views: 2,914
Posted By the phantom pieman
I have both a 998s and a Buell Cyclone ... (and a...

I have both a 998s and a Buell Cyclone ... (and a GS1150 ADV)

To be honest, I prefer riding the Buell , however very different tools for different purposes.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jul-2006, 00:28
Replies: 4
Views: 1,608
Posted By the phantom pieman
Thanks

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jul-2006, 10:55
Replies: 4
Views: 1,608
Posted By the phantom pieman
Wink Thanks ... Knew it wouldn't be easy !

Thanks ...

Knew it wouldn't be easy !
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jul-2006, 10:08
Replies: 4
Views: 1,608
Posted By the phantom pieman
Ride height / Preload

I have just been playing around with the rear ride height. What prompted this was getting an MOT were the guy testing saidn "i never riding one this tall before !"

So rear ride height has been...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-May-2006, 09:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,603
Posted By the phantom pieman
Helibars can be set in one positon ( i...

Helibars can be set in one positon ( i believe)
CC can me moved up and down, forward and back to get a position right for you .....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-May-2006, 19:04
Replies: 9
Views: 1,838
Posted By the phantom pieman
It's easy to fit the cover ... about 6 bolts, I...

It's easy to fit the cover ... about 6 bolts, I seem to remember

Re the red pressure plate ... unless you are a whizz with a crayon, then you will need to fit a new one. Scan the internet for the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2006, 18:54
Replies: 2
Views: 1,698
Posted By the phantom pieman
Clutch cover ...

Should the rubber gasket be left in place when fitting an aftermarket open clutch cover, or taken off?

Or does it make no difference?

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-May-2006, 12:10
Replies: 3
Views: 1,608
Posted By the phantom pieman
I live here and have Termis on a 998s I have a...

I live here and have Termis on a 998s
I have a race exhaust on a Buell ... and that is very loud !
There a hundreds of HDs with slash cut pipes ......

The swiss police will probably not hassle...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Apr-2006, 20:30
Replies: 25
Views: 4,230
Posted By the phantom pieman
No it's not ... BMW GS is very recessed .. I...

No it's not ... BMW GS is very recessed ..

I found out today, and I'm a mite ****ed off about it !
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 17:13
Replies: 7
Views: 1,994
Posted By the phantom pieman
Thanks ... Looks like a Pipercross then

Thanks ...

Looks like a Pipercross then
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Apr-2006, 16:49
Replies: 7
Views: 1,994
Posted By the phantom pieman
Air filter for a 998s

I still have the stock air filter in my 998s ...
1) is this worth replacing ?
2) With what? - ITG / K&N/ Pipercross ?

Ps 50mm Termis fitted ....

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Apr-2006, 16:57
Replies: 9
Views: 2,154
Posted By the phantom pieman
Changing the side stand over is a little fiddly...

Changing the side stand over is a little fiddly .....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Mar-2006, 13:57
Replies: 8
Views: 1,870
Posted By the phantom pieman
8 quid ...

8 quid ...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Mar-2006, 13:41
Replies: 8
Views: 1,870
Posted By the phantom pieman
rear wheel socket ... 46 mm

Cromwells list them at around 17 quid ...

Is there any other source?

Thanks
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