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Forum: New User Introductions 01-Dec-2011, 19:29
Replies: 3
Views: 2,269
Posted By simon foster
Think I will have to make my millions before I...

Think I will have to make my millions before I get another 888, the best bike I have ever owned by a country mile.

Better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all

S
Forum: New User Introductions 30-Nov-2011, 20:25
Replies: 3
Views: 2,269
Posted By simon foster
Thumbs down Been a long time!

Its been six years since my Last post, I had an old 888sp4 which I had for a few years and loved it. I had to flog it to pay for my wedding which was a bit of a kick in the spuds.

Had a few bikes...
Forum: 851 / 888 19-May-2005, 19:22
Replies: 16
Views: 3,799
Posted By simon foster
Cris is the new owner of a mint SP4, hope he...

Cris is the new owner of a mint SP4, hope he looks after it!!

Many thanks for all the info and advice, I have to keep reminding myself I have not just sold the bike of my dreams I am gaining a...
Forum: 851 / 888 07-May-2005, 11:08
Replies: 16
Views: 3,799
Posted By simon foster
888 SP4 for sale

I have decided due to my impending marrage to sell the sp4, It will be going on the open market next week.

The bike has just pased 26k kilometers, Just had a £550 full 12K mile service at...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-May-2005, 20:50
Replies: 22
Views: 4,337
Posted By simon foster
Very Nice It is true about the front fork seals,...

Very Nice

It is true about the front fork seals, they leak like buggery. I had mine rebuilt at KAIS earlier this year, they "modified" the seals and all is well so far, they are dry as a bone.

The...
Forum: 851 / 888 17-Apr-2005, 14:18
Replies: 3
Views: 2,149
Posted By simon foster
Front Discs for SP4

I was out on the bike this morning, had to brake hard from approx 100+ MPH and noticed a judder from the front brakes, I assume one or both are warped.
I am booked onto my next track day on 3rd May...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Apr-2005, 20:06
Replies: 1
Views: 2,487
Posted By simon foster
Touching Up

Hello all, it has been around a month since my last look at the board, I have been running about like a blue arsed fly setting up a new dept at work, etc

I am now happy with the SP, all the...
Forum: 851 / 888 01-Apr-2005, 21:01
Replies: 7
Views: 2,510
Posted By simon foster
Nat Give me a U2U when you recieve the Number...

Nat

Give me a U2U when you recieve the Number 1's , I have an SP4 with no number on the fairing and I need one.

Just out of interest, the lad who sold me the bike is dropping off the original...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Mar-2005, 21:38
Replies: 2
Views: 1,828
Posted By simon foster
new licence rules

Hi all , just need some advice

I was just wondering if anyone knows the rules for newly qualified bike riders,

A mate of mine is coming up to stay over the weekend. He does not own a bike but I...
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Mar-2005, 22:43
Replies: 21
Views: 4,160
Posted By simon foster
Sparkin, Let me know where to get the carbo n...

Sparkin, Let me know where to get the carbo n clock surround, mine is looking a bit tatty and could do with replacing,your bike is looking fine!

Simon

[Edited on 22-3-2005 by simon foster]
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Mar-2005, 22:39
Replies: 27
Views: 5,302
Posted By simon foster
Ducati John in Leeds is an excellent mechanic,...

Ducati John in Leeds is an excellent mechanic, who runs an 851, used to spanner for a BSB team, very reasonable prices, or better still if you could get the bike down to Cornersped near Nottingham...
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Mar-2005, 21:16
Replies: 27
Views: 5,302
Posted By simon foster
Welcome on board, a fine choice of bike, Just a...

Welcome on board, a fine choice of bike,
Just a Few questions before anyone can answer............

how many miles has it got on it?
What part of the G.B. do you live?
What tyres are fitted?
What...
Forum: 851 / 888 18-Mar-2005, 17:01
Replies: 6
Views: 2,404
Posted By simon foster
I would be up for a couple of these when they are...

I would be up for a couple of these when they are done, I haver an SP4 with no number 1 on the fairing

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Mar-2005, 21:31
Replies: 14
Views: 3,039
Posted By simon foster
Jasper, How does it handle on the road, those...

Jasper, How does it handle on the road, those pressures seem a bit low, I had 32 in the front michelin when i took it out for a blast and it seemed soft and the low speed stability was poor.

Maybe...
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Mar-2005, 21:14
Replies: 14
Views: 3,039
Posted By simon foster
Looks like I am going for the Pirellis...

Looks like I am going for the Pirellis then!

Jasper, What profile and width and pressures do you run on the SP5?

Simon

[Edited on 15-3-2005 by simon foster:roll:

[Edited on 15-3-2005 by simon...
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Mar-2005, 13:38
Replies: 14
Views: 3,039
Posted By simon foster
SP4 What Tyres

Hi all

What tyres would you recommend fitting to the 888 SP4, It has currently got Michelin Hi Sports fitted, which are at least 5 years old and I am sure they are passed their best. I have a CBR...
Forum: 851 / 888 10-Mar-2005, 20:27
Replies: 1
Views: 2,309
Posted By simon foster
SP4 pictures req\'d

Does any one have any photos of a bog standard 888 SP4?
I have just got the bike back from ItalSport and have removed all the non standard stickers and want it to look as it came out of the...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Mar-2005, 18:56
Replies: 11
Views: 3,411
Posted By simon foster
Getting there now

I have just cracked open a cold beer, to try to warm myself up. Spent all day, freezing my ******** off sorting out MOT, Tax, removing and fitting new stickers(thanks Nat), polishing it up, and...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Mar-2005, 15:43
Replies: 2
Views: 2,365
Posted By simon foster
Nat, Got the Termi stickers today, Ta very...

Nat, Got the Termi stickers today, Ta very much

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Mar-2005, 21:19
Replies: 2
Views: 2,365
Posted By simon foster
Its back!!

I have just ridden my newly freshened up SP4 for the first time, well ridden it back from ItalSport in Bury to home.

The bike is phenominal, power everywhere!, KAIS have sorted the suspension, they...
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 12:11
Replies: 18
Views: 4,390
Posted By simon foster
My SP is the same with no Number 1 on the side

My SP is the same with no Number 1 on the side
Forum: 851 / 888 26-Feb-2005, 22:05
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Jasper The seat unit on your avatas looks smart,...

Jasper

The seat unit on your avatas looks smart, did this paintjob come as standard. If I am going to have to get the seat unit repaired and repainted etc I may have mine done in a similar way.
Forum: 851 / 888 26-Feb-2005, 21:40
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
I think a member of staff at the factory had wine...

I think a member of staff at the factory had wine with lunch before "stickering it up"
Forum: 851 / 888 26-Feb-2005, 21:33
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Jasper I will be starting on the "Tarting...

Jasper

I will be starting on the "Tarting it up" phase as soon as it comes back from Italsport, my boy sat on the back of it pretending to ride pillion and has cracked the seat unit, it has now got...
Forum: 851 / 888 26-Feb-2005, 20:36
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Where can I get the correct style of No1? Simon

Where can I get the correct style of No1?

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 21:21
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Oh yes, I want to pull the arse out of it this...

Oh yes, I want to pull the arse out of it this summer, then I need the money for a trip that a few mates are planning.

Riding down to Russia on a big "Trailie", hopefully a Multistr**** and then...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 21:16
Replies: 25
Views: 4,724
Posted By simon foster
I have just got an SP4, with rearsets that I dont...

I have just got an SP4, with rearsets that I dont want. Get me a set of original SP4 pegs, etc and I will swap them.

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 20:36
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Sorry Rob Got to keep it original for when it...

Sorry Rob
Got to keep it original for when it goes up for sale later on this year, they fetch more in the original colours.

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 19:27
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
Still the bike Looks smart rob, whatever the...

Still the bike Looks smart rob, whatever the model.
Personally I prefer your paint job to mine on the SP

Simon

[Edited on 24-2-2005 by simon foster]
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 19:15
Replies: 23
Views: 4,642
Posted By simon foster
HOW MANY OF YOU HAVE AN SP4?

Just wondering how many SP4's are out there and what mod's you have done/would recommend:eureka:

Simon



[Edited on 24-2-2005 by simon foster]
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Feb-2005, 18:52
Replies: 18
Views: 4,529
Posted By simon foster
I ordered the paint from e-bay yesterday at...

I ordered the paint from e-bay yesterday at lunchtime, it was delivered today. Fantastic service from bike colours, still have not got the SP4 back from Kais yet, it is then going to Ital Sport for...
Forum: 851 / 888 23-Feb-2005, 14:02
Replies: 18
Views: 4,529
Posted By simon foster
Cheers Shmoki, I ordered some today. Seems a...

Cheers Shmoki, I ordered some today.

Seems a bit ironic that you are telling me this from the other side of the world when they are based less than 20 mins drive from my front door!

Regards

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Feb-2005, 18:47
Replies: 18
Views: 4,529
Posted By simon foster
Touch Up Paint

Any idea where I can get some Ducati red touchup paint?

The stone chips and small battle scars on the fairing have been badly touched up with a different shade of red and it looks grim.

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Feb-2005, 22:23
Replies: 13
Views: 3,209
Posted By simon foster
Thats going to sting!

Thats going to sting!
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Feb-2005, 20:43
Replies: 13
Views: 3,209
Posted By simon foster
Foggy/Rutter 888 For Sale

A little bird has told me that the 888 that Rutter won the North West 200 and Foggy made his name on is coming up for sale again. It is going through the auctions in Stafford, run by Bonhams, at the...
Forum: 851 / 888 20-Feb-2005, 17:31
Replies: 1
Views: 2,132
Posted By simon foster
rear brake switch

Does the SP4 series have a rear brake light switch?

Mine does not seem to have one and its nearly MOT time for the first time.

There is a part of the wiring loom hanging down near the rear shock,...
Forum: 851 / 888 20-Feb-2005, 16:00
Replies: 9
Views: 2,885
Posted By simon foster
Rob, My bike is with KAIS at the moment having...

Rob,
My bike is with KAIS at the moment having the suspension sorted, I get it back on Monday or Tuesday night. If you are not sorted by then I will get some photos over to you. Sorry I can not help...
Forum: 851 / 888 19-Feb-2005, 15:32
Replies: 16
Views: 3,398
Posted By simon foster
I will let you know next weekend. I just got my...

I will let you know next weekend.
I just got my 888 a few weeks ago and I have still to ride it . I paid a lot for it and it needs work, I could have easily got a 996 for the same money but for me...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Feb-2005, 22:28
Replies: 28
Views: 4,939
Posted By simon foster
If the bike is sorted and MOT'd by then I will...

If the bike is sorted and MOT'd by then I will pop down for a giggle
Forum: 851 / 888 17-Feb-2005, 22:20
Replies: 47
Views: 9,781
Posted By simon foster
The last owner told me it is that noisy it sets...

The last owner told me it is that noisy it sets off car alarms! and it did sound very fruity when I started it when I bought it.

Should be OK then:lol:
Forum: 851 / 888 17-Feb-2005, 22:12
Replies: 4
Views: 2,371
Posted By simon foster
Rob I have checked my u2u in box and i have got...

Rob

I have checked my u2u in box and i have got the message. I will give you a ring

All the best

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Feb-2005, 20:13
Replies: 47
Views: 9,781
Posted By simon foster
SP4, just needs "Freshening Up",...

SP4, just needs "Freshening Up", suspension being done this weekend,new softer springs, lighter oil etc,

Off for a full 12K service, new belts, shimming up next weekend, MOT soon after (if I can...
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Feb-2005, 23:19
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By simon foster
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Feb-2005, 23:18
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By simon foster
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Feb-2005, 23:17
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By simon foster
got Pictures!

Here it is, just how I got it!
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Feb-2005, 21:57
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By simon foster
I took some photos of the new SP today, if...

I took some photos of the new SP today, if someone can explain how to get the damn photos off my hard drive and onto the web you could see it.

I still cant believe how rare this bike is (I Just got...
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Feb-2005, 11:07
Replies: 10
Views: 3,347
Posted By simon foster
How many of each SP model

Does anyone have any idea how many of the SP series the factory produced to homologate the 888 into the WSB series.

SP2,3,4+5

I have number 193 of the SP4, which is all good and well but of how...
Forum: 851 / 888 12-Feb-2005, 15:00
Replies: 4
Views: 2,371
Posted By simon foster
Has anyone ever fitted a 996 enging in a 888?

Just got an SP4, has anyone ever fitted a 996 engine into the 888.?
Forum: 851 / 888 12-Feb-2005, 14:49
Replies: 4
Views: 2,184
Posted By simon foster
Look on e bay, I seem to remember there was a...

Look on e bay, I seem to remember there was a carbon fibre unit for sale the last time I looked.

Best of luck

Simon
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Feb-2005, 21:25
Replies: 13
Views: 3,565
Posted By simon foster
Thanks for all the advice chaps, The SP4 is gonig...

Thanks for all the advice chaps, The SP4 is gonig to be fully serviced, the suspension is going to kais-ohlins in atherton this week, to get the suspension sorted. Andy at Cornerspeed (Who I can...
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