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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Apr-2006, 12:07
Replies: 3
Views: 1,067
Posted By greenmachine
Send me a U2U with your email and i'll send you a...

Send me a U2U with your email and i'll send you a pic or two mate. I bought one off a member on here so not sure what tye it is but it's got all the vents and painted - in fact you can see it on my...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Apr-2006, 21:41
Replies: 7
Views: 1,489
Posted By greenmachine
Cheers guys, I'm properly spoiled for choice now,...

Cheers guys, I'm properly spoiled for choice now, which is surely a good thing.

Spin - Thanks mate, I'll include those dates and tracks for discussion with my mate as it would be nice to meet...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Apr-2006, 20:12
Replies: 7
Views: 1,489
Posted By greenmachine
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: 1,489
Posted By greenmachine
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
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 8
Views: 1,489
Posted By greenmachine
Thanks guys and most fascinating graphs Chris -...

Thanks guys and most fascinating graphs Chris - who researched and tabled the results?

I can't justify spending heaps on rear sprockets and new chains as i've only just got the bike but switching...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Mar-2006, 12:55
Replies: 8
Views: 1,489
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 3
Views: 1,242
Posted By greenmachine
Would brake-cleaner aerosol not shift it? Perhaps...

Would brake-cleaner aerosol not shift it? Perhaps even contact cleaner? You''l find them in Halfords/your local bike shop.

Good luck :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 19:56
Replies: 4
Views: 1,319
Posted By greenmachine
Sure, no worries. I'd like to see more product...

Sure, no worries. I'd like to see more product reviews on the site in fact. Seems about the only thing missing from what is a huge info' resource on Ducatis.

Cheers!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 17:41
Replies: 2
Views: 1,590
Posted By greenmachine
lol. f-ing excellent :lol::lol::lol::lol: Has to...

lol. f-ing excellent :lol::lol::lol::lol:

Has to be the future !!!!

Someone call the Green Party!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Mar-2006, 17:32
Replies: 4
Views: 1,319
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 18
Views: 3,410
Posted By greenmachine
Looks wise it's obviously a very personal choice...

Looks wise it's obviously a very personal choice - there's also holo-graphic visors to be thrown into the equation, however, orange goggles and glasses are reknowned for their aid in poor/difficult...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Mar-2006, 22:08
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
Posted By greenmachine
Dibble, yep a couple of chips on the new one -...

Dibble, yep a couple of chips on the new one - never mind though nothing a little touch-up won't cure come summer. Looks great with the white numberboards and i'm well pleased.

Safe riding mate!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 17:30
Replies: 7
Views: 1,632
Posted By greenmachine
Thanks guys for the kind words. Don't feel quite...

Thanks guys for the kind words. Don't feel quite such a prat now and today's run was much better - plenty clutch slip and lotsa revs. Even the weather turned out decent :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2006, 11:06
Replies: 10
Views: 2,337
Posted By greenmachine
There's a cracking looking 02 748s in the...

There's a cracking looking 02 748s in the "marketplace" section here - less than your budget too!

Best of luck with the purchase :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Mar-2006, 18:34
Replies: 9
Views: 1,857
Posted By greenmachine
can't help it.... gotta show my old beloved kwak...

can't help it.... gotta show my old beloved kwak off....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Mar-2006, 18:32
Replies: 9
Views: 1,857
Posted By greenmachine
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: 1,632
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,337
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 19
Views: 2,279
Posted By greenmachine
Couldn't be more shitty looking if they painted...

Couldn't be more shitty looking if they painted them in "Burberry" and stuck them on a baseball cap!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Feb-2006, 20:08
Replies: 7
Views: 1,237
Posted By greenmachine
Thanks for the tips guys. I hadn't thought of the...

Thanks for the tips guys. I hadn't thought of the bent screwdriver method so i'll give that a gentle whirl and see how i get on.

Cheers!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 13:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,810
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 5
Views: 1,144
Posted By greenmachine
Looks good but can you be assured they will wrap...

Looks good but can you be assured they will wrap them in a solid box to prevent warping during transit?

If so then i'd go for it ( assuming it's a good deal because i have no idea what a belt...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 00:57
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By greenmachine
I so very nearly bought off ebay too - but how in...

I so very nearly bought off ebay too - but how in the name of feck do you change the dials?

I mean, by nature the tachograph etc are protected to prevent "clocking" so how on earth does a 'mere...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2006, 00:52
Replies: 7
Views: 1,237
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 4
Views: 1,309
Posted By greenmachine
Yep it's a 2002 model. Still - went out tonight...

Yep it's a 2002 model. Still - went out tonight to find a wiring connector had mysteriously separated which explained why my front right winker didn't work. I'll have to check them all now to be...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Feb-2006, 22:42
Replies: 4
Views: 1,309
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 3
Views: 1,311
Posted By greenmachine
It's a well know fact that humping deep throats...

It's a well know fact that humping deep throats results in nut slackening eventually. However, applying the correct torque during initial tightening should ensure a delay in this process. :o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2006, 23:45
Replies: 34
Views: 2,900
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,900
Posted By greenmachine
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
Posted By greenmachine
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: 12,589
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 27
Views: 3,103
Posted By greenmachine
... did you remember to smile and wave at the two...

... did you remember to smile and wave at the two of them as they pleaded for their lives to the local speed-tax enforcement officers (cops) ? :frog:

bet they still both wanted a go on the 996...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Feb-2006, 19:30
Replies: 15
Views: 1,871
Posted By greenmachine
... you have U2U !

... you have U2U !
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jan-2006, 01:36
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By greenmachine
Dibble, nice one - makes sense to me. Looks like...

Dibble, nice one - makes sense to me. Looks like a well painted piece of work too. I'll U2U U.

:cool:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jan-2006, 22:32
Replies: 2
Views: 806
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,880
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,880
Posted By greenmachine
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
Posted By greenmachine
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: 1,231
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 36
Views: 5,285
Posted By greenmachine
Do a search on autotrader for ducati 996 and...

Do a search on autotrader for ducati 996 and there's one for sale in silver - maybe the dealer will send you a few pics if you ask nicely?

Good luck!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2006, 23:17
Replies: 22
Views: 2,690
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 15
Views: 1,415
Posted By greenmachine
I have a similar setup with 45mm carbon termis on...

I have a similar setup with 45mm carbon termis on my 996. In stead of changing immediately for a 45/50mm half system (which i plan to do), is it not possible to remove the baffling from the 45mm link...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jan-2006, 21:50
Replies: 22
Views: 3,466
Posted By greenmachine
For what it's worth i set up my R6 and ZX7R per...

For what it's worth i set up my R6 and ZX7R per the PB guides with wonderful results on road and track. I'd personally gice it a go and see how you get on if you fancy fettling one afternoon.

I'd...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Dec-2005, 11:47
Replies: 20
Views: 3,515
Posted By greenmachine
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: 1,209
Posted By greenmachine
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: 3,515
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,559
Posted By greenmachine
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: 2,841
Posted By greenmachine
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
Replies: 11
Views: 1,654
Posted By greenmachine
Cheers guys (and gals?) and good idea about the...

Cheers guys (and gals?) and good idea about the retrictor kit. Maybe instead i'll just remove the plugs from the forward cylinder and blat about on the worlds best handling but slowest big single...
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