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couchcommando
22-Dec-2005, 14:52
Are the wheels weak ? Both ours on the 600SS are out of true. They are going to need straightening.
If they can't be repaired how much should we pay for another set and which models share the same wheels ?

Thanks
ChrisBushell
22-Dec-2005, 15:01
Yes they are quite soft and do bend easily if kerbed. The fonrt is fairly common throughout the range, but the back is specific to the 600/620 (it is narrower)

From memory Hagons in Hainault Essex straighten them out for a reasonable fee.
couchcommando
22-Dec-2005, 15:14
ta Chris, looking into repairs now :)
ChrisBushell
22-Dec-2005, 15:32
Just been offered a spare gold front if you are interested
twpd
22-Dec-2005, 15:44
I have a spare set available in red without discs. They appear straight but, I can't be 100% sure atm. I think the front takes a 25mm spindle.

Rim sizes 3.5" x 17" and 4.5" x 17".

I'll verify the details tomorrow if you're interested.
couchcommando
22-Dec-2005, 15:53
Thanks all. Awaiting the diagnosis on ours, some kind fellow has leant us a set to use next week, Nige I'll let you know asap about your set too :)
twpd
22-Dec-2005, 15:55
No worries. You don't want an 800ss either, do you? 2 in fact? :lol:
couchcommando
22-Dec-2005, 15:59
Why are you selling yours ?, if so why ?
twpd
22-Dec-2005, 16:21
Yes I am going to be selling them.

I'm changing my plans and giving up racing. The reason I am doing this is because the bike has an integrated instrument panel, ECU and ignition key/lock which are coded together. The bike cannot be run without the original instrument panel which, means I cannot use a race item. If the std item gets mashed in a crash then I'm snookered and can't start or use the bike until a new item is purchased and then coded to match the existing items. As a new instrument panel is silly money then it's not financially viable.

There is a way around this by using an FIM ECU which, bypasses the immobiliser etc. but, it is prohibited within the Minitwin regs.

I asked for a change in the rules but, this was denied.

Refer to the Mintwins airbox thread in Race for more details.
twpd
22-Dec-2005, 16:24
Oh and the crap race calendar was the bit that finally persuaded me that enough was enough!
skidlids
22-Dec-2005, 17:06
The 600SS uses a wheel with a 20mm front spindle, but its bearings and spacer can be fitted in the later wheels in place of their bearings and spacers that suit the 25mm spindle.

I am fairly certain my 750SS uses the same 4.5" rear wheel, I will check.

And yes the wheels are prone to damage I have a rear with a nice bit of distortion in it.
twpd
22-Dec-2005, 17:32
Originally posted by skidlids
The 600SS uses a wheel with a 20mm front spindle, but its bearings and spacer can be fitted in the later wheels in place of their bearings and spacers that suit the 25mm spindle.

That's useful to know. I wonder if 5 spoke Marchesinis would fit in? I have 3 sets available as well. :lol: ...albeit with 5.5" rear rims.... and one brand new 3 spoke front in black altho' getting my hands on it might take some effort.

[Edited on 22-12-2005 by twpd]
paynep
23-Dec-2005, 09:54
Originally posted by skidlids
The 600SS uses a wheel with a 20mm front spindle, but its bearings and spacer can be fitted in the later wheels in place of their bearings and spacers that suit the 25mm spindle.



And the early front ones which are common to the 851 & 888 use 17mm spindles......
edwyun
26-Dec-2005, 06:08
dinged rims can also be due to tire profile.

on the 900SS bikes the front was usually a 120/70. Some 900SS/CR's came with 120/60's and this frequently caused bent front rims. Switching to a 120/70 minimized this problem on the SS/CR's.

FWIW.
Iconic944ss
26-Dec-2005, 15:50
twpd....

Wheel repairs in Stockton:

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xmb/viewthread.php?tid=16547#pid146759

Frank