Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Apr-2006, 12:07 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Apr-2006, 21:41 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Apr-2006, 20:12 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,492 Nothing booked yet mate, just finished costing... Nothing booked yet mate, just finished costing the whole exercise as i'll be taking the 996 and my mate will take his track-only R1 which means either a van or trailer (van preferred though). Not... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Apr-2006, 12:11 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,492 Time for reflection on the 996 I've now had a few spring runs in and a chance to really find out more about the 996 and i have to say i'm well pleased with the results so here's my own personal findings... I had slight... |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 19-Mar-2006, 00:46 |
Replies: 6 Views: 1,317 The pic doesn't show the stand in it's full... The pic doesn't show the stand in it's full details as there seems to be something going on which i can't make out clearly. On the face of it the grip is about as useful as a rubber nail. On a... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Mar-2006, 16:28 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Mar-2006, 12:55 |
Replies: 8 Views: 1,495 996 gearing I wonder whether low speed maneouvring would be helped by a smaller front sprocket? The tall first is fine for track but i think maybe not so good for road use. Anyone tried this with any degree of... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Mar-2006, 17:58 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 19:56 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 17:41 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 17:32 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,320 Paddock Stands I just bought a Micron single-sider stand for my bike and i'd highly recommend it - it's one-piece welded (unlike their conventional swingarm model which bolts together and is also really good) and... |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 17:27 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Mar-2006, 22:08 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 17:30 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 11:06 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Mar-2006, 18:34 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Mar-2006, 18:32 |
Replies: 9 Views: 1,866 As a previous 750zxr owner i found the best... As a previous 750zxr owner i found the best source of info on the 'net for all 750's is here... http://www.redmonkey.com/7r/ The site has been going for years and it's on a similar par to this DSC... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Mar-2006, 18:23 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,636 Oops-a-daisy !!! Well i finally got my first drop over and done with today. Late for gym class and not thinking properly i managed to stall the engine and over she went attempting to leave the end of my road. I've... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 22:57 |
Replies: 9 Views: 2,338 IMHO the Bostrum rep's a stunna and both bikes... IMHO the Bostrum rep's a stunna and both bikes will be quite well spec'd with chip, pipes and slippers (clutch) if you're lucky. Good on you for making the right choice ! :cool: Only downside is... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Feb-2006, 20:10 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Feb-2006, 20:08 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 13:33 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,812 I did same and but got the shop to deliver as... I did same and but got the shop to deliver as they then carry the risk if there's any damage etc en-route. (not that there was - all very much in order and most secure). For peace of mind i'd get... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 01:02 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 00:57 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 00:52 |
Replies: 7 Views: 1,238 Changing Eproms I've fitted a 45/50mm half system to my 996 (and by god it was hard work getting the termis to fit with only 2 hands , my forehead and one of my legs). I have a new eprom to fit and the furthest... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Feb-2006, 23:47 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Feb-2006, 22:42 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,309 Electrics Dear all. I'm still on my honeymoon period with the 996 and i tend to use it and wash/clean/maintain it regularly as i did all my previous bikes. I wonder though - have any of you experienced... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2006, 23:50 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2006, 23:45 |
Replies: 34 Views: 2,902 Say again Stealth?... Thanks for the... Say again Stealth?... Thanks for the replies. I'll just do the cover swap then and worry about adding more bling as and when it becomes necessary. Interesting comments on the use of spacers too... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2006, 19:21 |
Replies: 34 Views: 2,902 Open clutch covers I was wondering - what precautions or other 'expenses' should i factor in when changing to a vented cover? Do i need stainless bits'n'bobs (eg springs) fancy friction plates etc? or is it really as... |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Feb-2006, 21:20 |
Replies: 0 Views: 1,119 Minimoto (game) Something to sharpen your skills for spring.... http://www.smashingames.com/games/minimoto_game.html ... or not, possibly. :roll: |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Feb-2006, 00:40 |
Replies: 63 Views: 12,650 Don't be soft - get a zxr750 or zx7r !!!!... Don't be soft - get a zxr750 or zx7r !!!! :):):) Get it jetted with a full system and ideally lightweight wheels and marvel in one of the best chassis and most excellent engines ever created ....... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2006, 19:45 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Feb-2006, 19:30 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jan-2006, 01:36 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jan-2006, 22:32 |
Replies: 2 Views: 806 Seat hump suggestions Has anyone found a well made seat hump to replace the pillion pad? I don't fancy forking out for a solo seat unit and need to take the girlfriend out once in a while too but I want to retain the... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jan-2006, 22:40 |
Replies: 22 Views: 2,886 Thanks to all who replied. After much... Thanks to all who replied. After much deliberation i'm going for a pipercross as it's cheapest, seems to be about the "best" for my modest requirements and by all accounts should sound lovely-jubbly... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2006, 20:58 |
Replies: 22 Views: 2,886 ITG airfilters Has anyone got any comments - good or bad - on ITG airfilters with a DP chip and 45/50mm half system on a 996? Or what's the best/most robust airfilter for this setup? Cheers! |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2006, 20:51 |
Replies: 0 Views: 1,103 PB 996 suspension settings (revisited) This has been unashamedly cropped directly from another uk Duke site so thanks (and apologies also) to the person who took a great deal of time to write it in the first place - beers are on... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jan-2006, 18:38 |
Replies: 3 Views: 1,233 A reminder for us all.... ... on at least one reason why we buy Dukes in the first place. Take it away Bike magazine, October 1999.... "That vicious, piercing bark goes straight to your guts. Anyone who's stood behind a Duke... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2006, 23:22 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2006, 23:17 |
Replies: 22 Views: 2,691 Ooooh, now then i had a similar experience when... Ooooh, now then i had a similar experience when doing a Chris Walker rep zx7r (see pic) when starting with a red bike. I loved the result and it's nice to have a wsb replica BUT you see quite a few... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jan-2006, 23:20 |
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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jan-2006, 21:50 |
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Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Dec-2005, 11:47 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,517 Cheers guys. I always use wd40 on my mountain... Cheers guys. I always use wd40 on my mountain bike chainset as it seems to keep it clean and corrosion free even through the stickiest winter mud, even makes it easier to clean. Think i'll give it a... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Dec-2005, 10:33 |
Replies: 4 Views: 1,210 Number panels I remember reading a discussion a while ago regarding the type of number panels for the 916/748 range and was wondering who/where was the best place to go. What's the difference between 'gel' type... |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Dec-2005, 10:18 |
Replies: 20 Views: 3,517 Which chain lube Hi all, i've been using castrol chain wax for the last umpteen years but i hate the white mess it leaves and i'm considering a change back to a more 'conventional' lube - even if it means cleaning... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2005, 10:39 |
Replies: 17 Views: 2,561 Welcome to the board Simon, although i'm a... Welcome to the board Simon, although i'm a relative newbie too as it happens. ... not too fussy either so a pint of whatever you're having please mate. What's your choice of steed then? Cheers ! |
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Dec-2005, 09:56 |
Replies: 21 Views: 2,842 Homebase and b&q do excellent flat-panel oil... Homebase and b&q do excellent flat-panel oil filled heaters which you can easily wall mount or leave free standing. throw off more than enough heat and some have thermostats although a simple... |
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Dec-2005, 18:12 |
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