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Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Mar-2009, 13:46
Replies: 15
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Posted By 748IOM
SP5 looks much better.

SP5 looks much better.
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 11-Mar-2009, 13:25
Replies: 19
Views: 5,142
Posted By 748IOM
Might get mine done under warranty when in for...

Might get mine done under warranty when in for first service. It's not that bad on mine but still there every now and again. That said it's the same on my friends older monster (dial clocks).
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 17-Feb-2009, 14:17
Replies: 6
Views: 4,653
Posted By 748IOM
My 1098 from Ducati Manchester...

My 1098 from Ducati Manchester :)

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3378/3231515391_54d002c964.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3113/3231509367_9de47e8c44.jpg
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jan-2009, 13:46
Replies: 23
Views: 4,697
Posted By 748IOM
Sorry to hear about your off. I can sympathise...

Sorry to hear about your off. I can sympathise as I crashed my Hornet 900 at 55mph in the wet. Lost the front and went sliding down the road.

Ached for days and nice purple bruising fromt he left...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 13:09
Replies: 7
Views: 1,604
Posted By 748IOM
Bad luck hopefully it'll be a quick and...

Bad luck hopefully it'll be a quick and relatively cheap fix.

I've stalled the 748 a few times leaving home by not giving it enough revs, this is usually born out of the graunchy clutch that I had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2006, 02:06
Replies: 13
Views: 2,279
Posted By 748IOM
OK I think I got confused between the standard...

OK I think I got confused between the standard 996 and the 996R.

Is it only the 996R that had the new Testastretta?

What are the basic differences between the 998R and 996R if someone doesn't mind...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2006, 18:43
Replies: 13
Views: 2,279
Posted By 748IOM
Not necessarily going to get one just interested...

Not necessarily going to get one just interested me since it popped up and not many R's (to my knowledge) pop up that often.

I'd be more interested in the Testastretta engined models really,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2006, 17:26
Replies: 13
Views: 2,279
Posted By 748IOM
998R Price

Found a 2002 998R at my local dealers just wondering what is a fair price?

2002 Ducati 998R - £11950, Red, 2191 miles, complete with Termi's.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2006, 13:47
Replies: 14
Views: 1,372
Posted By 748IOM
Would it not have been easier to send it by...

Would it not have been easier to send it by Carrier?

We get Optima Batteries sent by carrier no problem, all ready to go.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2006, 13:23
Replies: 8
Views: 2,141
Posted By 748IOM
I assume I'll find directions in my Haynes...

I assume I'll find directions in my Haynes Manual??

Also if it's not showing signs of backing out should it be replaced with a steel one anyway? Should these be available from my Dealer?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2006, 01:08
Replies: 8
Views: 2,141
Posted By 748IOM
Crankshaft Oil Galley Plug

Just been re-reading Shazaam's fantastic post (where's he got to recently anyway??).

I was told when I got my 748 that it was a 2001 but I'm convinced it's actually a late 2000 (gold wheels &...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 16:45
Replies: 3
Views: 1,095
Posted By 748IOM
Basic electronics would lead me to think...

Basic electronics would lead me to think somethings earthing your battery out, if they keep going flat so quickly.

Have you put a multimeter across it??

Mine's not been on a charger all winter and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 16:19
Replies: 8
Views: 1,482
Posted By 748IOM
I agree about lense covers for coloured lights...

I agree about lense covers for coloured lights but I was just trying to achieve the complete numberboard look, but if everyone thinks it looks tat then I'd rather save my pennies for something more...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 16:04
Replies: 8
Views: 1,482
Posted By 748IOM
Opinions of Numberboard and Lens Covers

I'm wanting to get some number boards painted on my 748 but not sure yet as to whether I want the italian flag stripes on them.

Not sure what they'd look like on yellow.

Below is an example of what...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 14:47
Replies: 1
Views: 986
Posted By 748IOM
Help finding an image

I'm wanting to get some number boards painted on my 748 but not sure yet as to whether I want the italian flag stripes on them.

I think I do but not sure how it will look on a yellow bike, does...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 23:02
Replies: 19
Views: 2,235
Posted By 748IOM
If you're going to have mirrors I think the only...

If you're going to have mirrors I think the only ones you should have are standard Ducati mirrors but with body colour finish.

I want to get my standard black ones painted body colour.
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Feb-2006, 22:28
Replies: 12
Views: 2,202
Posted By 748IOM
Yeah it's 0% finance on new 999's and I'm sure I...

Yeah it's 0% finance on new 999's and I'm sure I read somewhere that the new standard 999 was basically an S model?? As it has increased horspower etc?

I'm not sure how much of this bike has been...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Feb-2006, 19:55
Replies: 12
Views: 2,202
Posted By 748IOM
Thoughts on 999\'s

Been looking at a couple of 999's

One was brand new standard 999 with the new red frame, improved front nose etc. - £11,000

The other was an 04 999s, Termi's, Ohlins shocks, Ohlins Steering Damper,...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Feb-2006, 21:05
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By 748IOM
Oh not quite in my budget then!! :lol: I assume...

Oh not quite in my budget then!! :lol:

I assume they're bringing this in to improve their chances in the WSB?

Wonder if they're planning on a few ranges of V4's for the future.

I see Aprillia have...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Feb-2006, 20:55
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By 748IOM
Any rumours of price?

Any rumours of price?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Feb-2006, 20:49
Replies: 5
Views: 1,142
Posted By 748IOM
V4 Road Bike

So what's happening with regards to the Desmo V4 road bike?

Anyone know anything?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2006, 00:38
Replies: 10
Views: 2,131
Posted By 748IOM
White dial kits

Anyone know of any white dial kits for a 748?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 16:37
Replies: 11
Views: 2,799
Posted By 748IOM
very kind to offer, I'll inspect the damage over...

very kind to offer, I'll inspect the damage over the weekend and let you know.

Is it something you touch up then rather than paint the whole frame? I realise there's cost reasons involved for the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 14:26
Replies: 11
Views: 2,799
Posted By 748IOM
Don't know, it could be but at the moment it's...

Don't know, it could be but at the moment it's just bubbled and feels like it would lift and flake away.

Just a small section but I was wondering the best way to treat it and too have it look it's...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 00:50
Replies: 11
Views: 2,799
Posted By 748IOM
Thanks for the info I also noticed on my bike...

Thanks for the info I also noticed on my bike some of the paint on the frame is lifting, now is this something that can be patched or does the whole frame need to be done??

Note: It's not lifted...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 00:25
Replies: 11
Views: 2,799
Posted By 748IOM
Number board painting

Just wondering if anyone has had quotes in the past for having number boards painted on their bike and what the cost was?

I've just applied for a quote so wanting to guage a reasonable price, but of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2006, 15:23
Replies: 11
Views: 2,109
Posted By 748IOM
for the stupid of us..................well ok me...

for the stupid of us..................well ok me :D

What's wrong with Honda's cam chain design?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2006, 13:11
Replies: 11
Views: 2,109
Posted By 748IOM
Belts and things to go wrong

Following on from a previous thread I started and sorry in advance if this is getting boring for some.

Does anyone know the actual reason for Ducati sticking to a belt system?

Secondly what are the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2006, 01:09
Replies: 33
Views: 4,551
Posted By 748IOM
The fact they're quieter has nothing to do with...

The fact they're quieter has nothing to do with Ducati using them though surely?? Since my 748's the loudest bike I've owned and thats before I debaffled it.

Also I don't see cars having to have...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 22:21
Replies: 33
Views: 4,551
Posted By 748IOM
Thanks for the info guys it helps to understand...

Thanks for the info guys it helps to understand things better.

I've been so used to Jap bikes and never had any problems with any of them, and touch wood have had no issues with the Duke either.

I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 20:02
Replies: 33
Views: 4,551
Posted By 748IOM
Fair point but that's really why I'm asking,...

Fair point but that's really why I'm asking, what's the difference? Is more work done because it has to be as in it doesn't last as well? or because Ducati specify it needs more work done than...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 16:37
Replies: 33
Views: 4,551
Posted By 748IOM
Out of interest why do they cost so much more to...

Out of interest why do they cost so much more to service (apart from Rockers which I understand about).

I assume the Rockers don't play a part in the 999/749 series?

But the belts is something I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2006, 12:29
Replies: 33
Views: 4,551
Posted By 748IOM
Reliability and Service Costs

Old issue I know but one I always think about.

I've always been used to having Jap bikes and never given the whole putting mileage on them a second thought but sometimes reading this forum it makes...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Feb-2006, 13:08
Replies: 19
Views: 2,425
Posted By 748IOM
Sounds like one of the fuel injectors is goosed...

Sounds like one of the fuel injectors is goosed to me. Had a similar experience with my car once, kept dropping down to 3 cylinders and was rough as a badgers arse.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2005, 00:00
Replies: 13
Views: 3,199
Posted By 748IOM
No I'm not keen on the white myself, it reminds...

No I'm not keen on the white myself, it reminds me of the '99 R1 when in it's red/white form.

I always feel that white makes it look a bit unfinished.

The logo on the side is nice and subtle...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Sep-2005, 16:12
Replies: 30
Views: 9,657
Posted By 748IOM
I'd imagine a Random Orbital Sander would be...

I'd imagine a Random Orbital Sander would be similar?

http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/product/product.jsp?tb=&CATID=8580010&entryFlag=false&PRODID=7905768&paintCatId=
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Sep-2005, 16:23
Replies: 26
Views: 3,751
Posted By 748IOM
748's have very low bars, but I wouldn't have it...

748's have very low bars, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

You'll strengthen up over time.

Welcome and Enjoy :cool:

[Edited on 26-9-2005 by 748IOM]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Sep-2005, 16:21
Replies: 11
Views: 2,639
Posted By 748IOM
Autoglym Tar Removal will definately do the job,...

Autoglym Tar Removal will definately do the job, gets everything off that stuff.

Just be sure to wash off the residue after use.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Sep-2005, 16:19
Replies: 25
Views: 3,604
Posted By 748IOM
As others have said it's all down to how it's...

As others have said it's all down to how it's been looked after. If you ensure it's warmed properly before riding (allow 90+ secs before revving), then it should be less likely that you'll hit...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2005, 04:45
Replies: 15
Views: 3,084
Posted By 748IOM
What's the point in that? If I wanted a standard...

What's the point in that?

If I wanted a standard look I'd just core the exhausts as mentioned above. Be a waste buying termi's and then replacing the sleeves with standard ones (which I doubt would...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Sep-2005, 21:29
Replies: 6
Views: 2,567
Posted By 748IOM
Nope :bouncy:

Nope :bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2005, 21:28
Replies: 9
Views: 2,040
Posted By 748IOM
BT014's get my vote. Good medium/hard compound...

BT014's get my vote. Good medium/hard compound in the middle with a soft/medium compound on the outer edge of the tyre. Will do everything you should need for road and trackday use.

If you're...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2005, 21:25
Replies: 8
Views: 2,230
Posted By 748IOM
The gauge is the same but one is in Farenheit...

The gauge is the same but one is in Farenheit (180 degrees for example) and the other Centigrade.

If it was running at 180 centigrade you'd know about it :lol:

Either way if the needle points...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2005, 20:16
Replies: 8
Views: 2,230
Posted By 748IOM
This topic came up not too long ago, I'm sure if...

This topic came up not too long ago, I'm sure if you scan down a bit you'll find it.

In answer to your question yes it's normal. Normal running temperature is approx 180, obviously if you're caught...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Sep-2005, 23:45
Replies: 6
Views: 1,228
Posted By 748IOM
Thanks Crunchy :bouncy:

Thanks Crunchy :bouncy:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Sep-2005, 21:15
Replies: 6
Views: 1,228
Posted By 748IOM
That was one I did come across from searching...

That was one I did come across from searching about, always helps to know if someone has had dealings with a company first.

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Sep-2005, 21:11
Replies: 9
Views: 1,571
Posted By 748IOM
Thanks guys, yeah I ment the shiny bit that...

Thanks guys, yeah I ment the shiny bit that cracks if I don't leave my helmet on. :lol:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Sep-2005, 19:06
Replies: 6
Views: 1,228
Posted By 748IOM
Anyone made carbon fibre parts before?

Looking for a decent priced supplier of Carbon Fibre cloth.

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Sep-2005, 19:05
Replies: 9
Views: 1,571
Posted By 748IOM
Handy!! :D Thanks though I'll set to it :bouncy:

Handy!! :D

Thanks though I'll set to it :bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Sep-2005, 19:00
Replies: 9
Views: 1,571
Posted By 748IOM
Mirror Lense

On my way home today I noticed that the mirror lense on the left handside isn't staying in place from positioning.

As you'll know on the 748/916 etc, the mirror lense moves independantly of the...
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