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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2004, 09:00
Replies: 3
Views: 1,159
Posted By ben998
I was going to ask a similar question.. do you...

I was going to ask a similar question.. do you check the level in the coolant reservoir when the bike is on its side stand and therefore leant over in the direction of the min/max levels on the side...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2004, 12:21
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By ben998
I think Nelly might be the man for the 46mm nut...

I think Nelly might be the man for the 46mm nut in Ti?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2004, 09:03
Replies: 3
Views: 1,191
Posted By ben998
low mileage, still on original tyres?

My 998 is about 18 months old now, Ive had it for 5 of those months. It had 760 miles on it when I picked it up, and now has 4060, so it was somewhat overdue a tyre change.
Got the tyres changed...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Feb-2004, 16:23
Replies: 4
Views: 1,265
Posted By ben998
748/916/99* petrol tank compatability

Does anyone know if the same petrol tank is used across the 748/916/99* range?
Im assuming that the 998 fuel pump may be different (just a guess) but will a tank from an earlier bike fit my 998?...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 11:30
Replies: 4
Views: 965
Posted By ben998
I used the same technique as the brakes - seems...

I used the same technique as the brakes - seems to work ok. I remove the entire nose cone as its quicker than removing the screen, and gives you more space.
I just undid the bleed nipple on the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 08:53
Replies: 4
Views: 965
Posted By ben998
Changed my brake (and clutch fluid)

Change mr brake and clutch fluid the other night... DO IT NOW :D
Its made a huge difference to the feeling I get from the brakes and the stopping power. They were ok before, but I think that because...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2004, 08:29
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By ben998
Looks huge! Id be better off welding a 50p piece...

Looks huge! Id be better off welding a 50p piece onto a piece of bar and using that. :(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 16:09
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By ben998
Thanks DJTerra - Right side being foot brake side...

Thanks DJTerra - Right side being foot brake side and the huge hex socket underneath the oil sight glass window?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 15:39
Replies: 5
Views: 1,205
Posted By ben998
Oil mesh filter?

I remember reading about a mesh filter that is in addition to the normal oil filter. Could someone advise me where it is, and how I remove it for inspection. I seem to remember that its a good thing...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2004, 08:44
Replies: 4
Views: 1,325
Posted By ben998
998 Sump plug size?

Does anyone know what size Hex key (Allen key - whatever;) ) fits the sump plug on a 998?
Im hoping to get the key on the way home so I can do an oil change as my set isn't large enough. Also,...
Forum: Tyres 11-Feb-2004, 13:27
Replies: 17
Views: 4,866
Posted By ben998
Michelins :o

Michelins :o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Feb-2004, 08:58
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Looks a good price - but the Wirral is a bit far...

Looks a good price - but the Wirral is a bit far from me (Hertfordshire) - what Id save on the cost of install I'd spend on petrol :D

Thanks for the tip though - not heard of them before,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Feb-2004, 08:45
Replies: 25
Views: 2,917
Posted By ben998
You have mail mate

You have mail mate
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Feb-2004, 08:41
Replies: 19
Views: 2,023
Posted By ben998
I think I'd go for a shock guard if I rode...

I think I'd go for a shock guard if I rode just in good weather, but the bike gets ridden most days and consequently gets covered in crap. Still not too sure, never been a fan of either to be...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 16:47
Replies: 19
Views: 2,023
Posted By ben998
Spoke to Tecmoto this afternoon who advised...

Spoke to Tecmoto this afternoon who advised against the shock protector and offered to fit the rear hugger whilst I wait... I've been meaning to take a trip down there as well :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 16:31
Replies: 19
Views: 2,023
Posted By ben998
998 Rear Hugger or Shock Guard?

All,
Anyone any experience of running either a rear hugger or shock guard? Ive heard stories of a shock guard messing up the spring and cannister of the shock, whilst the rear hugger will most...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 08:44
Replies: 3
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Views: 1,161
Posted By ben998
Welcome to the board Rick_916, I did the...

Welcome to the board Rick_916,
I did the 14t front mod a few months ago. It makes the bike far easier to ride at low speed in towns and for feeding through traffic. It seems to be a bit better...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2004, 08:38
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Thanks for the info DJTera, I'll have a look...

Thanks for the info DJTera, I'll have a look into getting it sorted,

cheers,
Ben
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 14:04
Replies: 25
Views: 2,917
Posted By ben998
Yep, that says enough. I bought my 998 from...

Yep, that says enough. I bought my 998 from Ducati Ashford - about 100 miles each way.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 11:30
Replies: 25
Views: 2,917
Posted By ben998
I see you are in Hertfordshire.. wasnt a dealers...

I see you are in Hertfordshire.. wasnt a dealers in Hertford by any chance?

Im in Herts as well, just off the A10 north of Hertford

cheers,
Ben
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 08:56
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Thanks Jools, Ive been watching it :)

Thanks Jools, Ive been watching it :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 11:55
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Interesting article. Im toying with the idea of...

Interesting article. Im toying with the idea of taking it to Sigma Performance for the full monty and perhaps even blueprinting, but it all comes down to how much its going to cost at the end of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 11:08
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Im running 54mm pipes up to the headers and the...

Im running 54mm pipes up to the headers and the CO2 is set at 4.5%.

£160 for a PC3 - bargain.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 09:30
Replies: 24
Views: 3,041
Posted By ben998
Power Commander in a 998

Hello All,
Does anyone have any experience of using a PC in a 998? Ive got a 998bp if that makes any difference? Its currently got the DP ECU that came with the termis, but I might be tempted to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jan-2004, 10:14
Replies: 5
Views: 1,255
Posted By ben998
Hope that it was just the stone and nothing else...

Hope that it was just the stone and nothing else - keep an eye on it for excess dust around the covers and bits of frayed belt sticking out. If it happens again, suggest to them that they might want...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jan-2004, 13:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,255
Posted By ben998
Whooaaa.. I had exactly the same on my 998. If I...

Whooaaa.. I had exactly the same on my 998. If I remember correctly it was due to a missing shim on the belt tensioner. The inside faces of the cambelts were disintegrating rapidly, bits of kevlar...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Dec-2003, 08:34
Replies: 3
Views: 1,553
Posted By ben998
Seems to depend a bit on the dealer as well.. I...

Seems to depend a bit on the dealer as well.. I know of a dealer who takes ages to get things in, but the dealers that supplied my 998 got a single seat (the correct one!0 and termis inside 10 days...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Dec-2003, 08:40
Replies: 6
Views: 1,608
Posted By ben998
What are the three methods of adjusting in the...

What are the three methods of adjusting in the manual you are referring to? If you are referring to compression, rebound and preload, then no, dont just tighten them all up! I cant think of anything...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Nov-2003, 13:36
Replies: 3
Views: 1,452
Posted By ben998
Yes, I believe so, or cut your existing ones

Yes, I believe so, or cut your existing ones
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Nov-2003, 08:44
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By ben998
Sorry about the slow reply, couldnt get on...

Sorry about the slow reply, couldnt get on yesterday.
My sprocket was 998 specific as it didnt have the two locating holes. It was supplied by Tim at Cornerspeed. I just slid the it onto the spindle...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Nov-2003, 08:46
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By ben998
DO IT NOW :D Rode the bike in to work this...

DO IT NOW :D

Rode the bike in to work this morning, and its like a different bike to ride. The first noticeable benefit is low speed work and pulling away. The whole process is definately smoother....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Nov-2003, 00:11
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By ben998
Did it today - the 998 has got one big nut held...

Did it today - the 998 has got one big nut held in place by a bent over lock washer. Its impossible (or I didnt work out how to to do it) to remove the front sprocket without removing the clutch...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Nov-2003, 15:42
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By ben998
Thanks Dave, I'll let you know how I...

Thanks Dave,
I'll let you know how I got on with the job on Monday.

cheers,
Ben
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Nov-2003, 14:31
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By ben998
Front sprocket torque setting

Im swopping the front sprocket on my 998 to a 14T this weekend (supplied by Neil at Cornerspeed, great service - highly recommended) and although I haven't investigated the sprocket assembly, Im...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Nov-2003, 08:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,554
Posted By ben998
749/999 clocks on a 998?

Whilst riding in to work this morning I was suddenly struck by the thought that if the 998 has the same testastretta engine as the 999, is the wiring loom similar, and if so, would it be a relatively...
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 13-Nov-2003, 09:28
Replies: 7
Views: 3,637
Posted By ben998
Ive got a DataTool Evo ( I think its an Evo- its...

Ive got a DataTool Evo ( I think its an Evo- its got the bright light in the key fob) on my 998, and had the same on my R1. Never had any trouble with recent DataTool alarms, and even had the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2003, 13:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,400
Posted By ben998
Is it worth replacing just the front sprocket...

Is it worth replacing just the front sprocket with a 14T, or is it best to change the rear as well? My 998 is used for road riding with the occasional track day thrown in for good...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Nov-2003, 08:54
Replies: 10
Views: 2,176
Posted By ben998
Lee, Did you get an acceptable resolution to...

Lee,
Did you get an acceptable resolution to this? My 998 does the same and Im pretty sure its not the head bearings as there isnt any 'notchiness' when I move the bars or any play in...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Oct-2003, 08:38
Replies: 12
Views: 1,815
Posted By ben998
Unless they are a different profile that the oe...

Unless they are a different profile that the oe plastic ones I cant see the need for rechipping?
Actually, I don't really the see the point at all to be honest. Are they going to add any benefit...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Oct-2003, 08:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,362
Posted By ben998
Thanks Neil.

Thanks Neil.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Sep-2003, 13:47
Replies: 2
Views: 1,362
Posted By ben998
Torque settings for bolts on lower ride height adjuster mounting

I need to replace the lower mounting on the rear ride height adjuster as mine has rusted. Does anyone know the torque settings for the bolts for the lower mounting?

Thanks,
Ben
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 16:43
Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Posted By ben998
nice summary - so basically fine tweaking of...

nice summary - so basically fine tweaking of position will definately lead to increased rider satisifaction and possibly improved feedback - at least thats according to the Swiss Tony book of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 13:42
Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Posted By ben998
Sounds like good advice. - thanks...

Sounds like good advice. - thanks everyone.
I'll make some adjustments once I've got a new rear tyre - noticed a big screw sticking out of it this morning :( so thats put a bit of a dampner...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 10:52
Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Posted By ben998
Theres a special ride height measuring tool? Not...

Theres a special ride height measuring tool? Not just some string and a tape measure?? :lol: Im in Hertfordshire, about 10 mins north of Hertford.
Having thought about it a bit more, 245mm ride...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2003, 08:54
Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Posted By ben998
Thanks for the replies. Looks as though 245mm...

Thanks for the replies. Looks as though 245mm rear ride height would be a good starting point, but measuring from where to where, a vertical line from the middle of the axle to the underside of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2003, 16:28
Replies: 13
Views: 2,616
Posted By ben998
Rear ride height adjustment

Hello All,
Has anyone adjusted the rear ride height on their roadbike? Im thinking of having a bit of a play with the ride height on my 998 and just wondered if anyone else has tried it and what...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 10:05
Replies: 3
Views: 1,205
Posted By ben998
Give Tim at MotoDesigns in York a call. He does...

Give Tim at MotoDesigns in York a call. He does one that uses proper Ducati plugs and fits in about 10 mins, including stripping and replacing the fairing. Costs £25 and will be with you in a couple...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 10:45
Replies: 8
Views: 1,796
Posted By ben998
Benefit of a vented clutch cover?

Is there any benefit of fitting a vented clutch cover for road riding.?
I imagine that fitting a vented cover aids clutch cooling, and might help get rid some clutch dust, but is there any benefit...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 10:11
Replies: 4
Views: 1,273
Posted By ben998
Thanks for the replies, I hadn't considered...

Thanks for the replies, I hadn't considered strapping it to the side of the van.. now, where's that old duvet?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2003, 08:40
Replies: 4
Views: 1,273
Posted By ben998
Whats the best way of securing my bike in a van?

I have got to take the bike down to the dealer in a van tomorrow :( . I've got hold of some ratchett straps but does anyone have any advice on the best place to attach the straps on the bike?...
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