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Forum: 999 / 749 25-Mar-2007, 23:38
Replies: 36
Sticky: bleeding brakes
Views: 50,276
Posted By geoff m
Smile bleeding brakes dont laugh

Promise not to laugh.....

I do it like this..

one meter length of plastic pipe, fill with fluid, attatch one end to open bleed nipple, other end to small fish tank air pump.

remove reservoir cap...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jan-2007, 23:06
Replies: 11
Views: 2,481
Posted By geoff m
just a thought, what tyres are you on ? this can...

just a thought, what tyres are you on ? this can also effect steering speed,I found it felt slower when I changed from bridgestone to pirelli...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jan-2007, 23:04
Replies: 11
Views: 2,481
Posted By geoff m
Talking I had exactly the same issues, being a massive...

I had exactly the same issues, being a massive five foot seven I was loathe to raise the rear, sooooo.......dropped the forks through the yolks 1mm at a time, after three mm it steers super fast and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jan-2007, 20:46
Replies: 5
Views: 1,689
Posted By geoff m
oil pressure light

thanks guys,
my gut instinct says its the sender, a mate of mine had a similar problem that manifested itself when the bike was wet !!!
Considering the rain we have had recently.......(and yes, I do...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jan-2007, 18:00
Replies: 0
Views: 1,323
Posted By geoff m
Talking Performance chip for Ducati's

I recently purchased a "Triton" chip for my 916 cost circa 20 Euro's
was not expecting anything special,

How wrong was I !!!

starts better,
runs smoother at low revs,
more midrange, (lifts the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jan-2007, 17:55
Replies: 5
Views: 1,689
Posted By geoff m
Exclamation Oil Pressure Light On !!

My oil pressure light is stuck on !! there is plenty of oil in it, and it sounds and runs perfect.

It goes out when I start the engine, then comes back on after a couple of seconds.. any ideas...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2006, 21:16
Replies: 2
Views: 1,181
Posted By geoff m
LUGGAGE ADVICE on 916 pls?

I have been offered a set of Givi soft panniers for 916. With a Givi rack ? anyone ever heard of it ? I have looked on Givi site and can find no reference to it at all.
Does such a thing exist...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Dec-2005, 00:55
Replies: 11
Views: 2,766
Posted By geoff m
I generally put the front wheel down when the oil...

I generally put the front wheel down when the oil light comes on,
I have had oil out of the breather though, (916)
its not blown up yet !

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Nov-2005, 00:37
Replies: 6
Views: 1,435
Posted By geoff m
Looks like the sigma then.... Maybe its my...

Looks like the sigma then....

Maybe its my "Over-generous" use of the clutch to hook it up that has killed the last one... Or maybe 14,000 miles in a year has not helped either,...nah...I'm just...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Nov-2005, 19:52
Replies: 6
Views: 1,435
Posted By geoff m
CHAIN ??

I need to replace my chain, its got a horrible tight spot, making it a bugger to tension correctly, any recomendations ?

Some say "O", some say "X"

some say Afam, some say DID?

answers on a...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 26-Oct-2005, 23:55
Replies: 12
Views: 14,206
Posted By geoff m
Aids testing...that should do it

Aids testing...that should do it
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Oct-2005, 23:08
Replies: 45
Views: 4,379
Posted By geoff m
ok, add ugly and stupid to the list

ok, add ugly and stupid to the list
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Oct-2005, 23:04
Replies: 45
Views: 4,379
Posted By geoff m
Whoever is going...give me a bell when you are...

Whoever is going...give me a bell when you are there,be nice to meet some others from here, I am quite new so dont know anyone really. I will be in long wheelbase transit, with Xpress Racing all over...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Oct-2005, 10:33
Replies: 15
Views: 3,153
Posted By geoff m
I note at least he has proper protective glove...

I note at least he has proper protective glove ??
And a crash bandana !!!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Oct-2005, 10:32
Replies: 15
Views: 3,153
Posted By geoff m
SLAP HIM !!!!

SLAP HIM !!!!
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Oct-2005, 00:32
Replies: 1
Views: 1,804
Posted By geoff m
1st Novemeber..Cadwell

Doing my first trackday on the Duke (916) on Tuesday 1st November, ( £49.00 focused events) no I dont work for them..
Any other DSC bods doing it ?
I will be the one at the back of the novice...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Aug-2005, 14:14
Replies: 10
Views: 2,570
Posted By geoff m
What Oil??

Decided to do an oil change,

Can i use Silkolene Pro 4 , 10-40 fully synthetic? (cos I get it for nowt)
I have a new filter to fit as well, whats the capacity pls ?
Ta

geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2005, 01:27
Replies: 2
Views: 1,314
Posted By geoff m
Thanks, I like the "Tap" idea, it...

Thanks, I like the "Tap" idea, it sounds like it involves a hammer !!! hehehe

It is a916 by the way..

TA
Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2005, 01:02
Replies: 31
Views: 4,897
Posted By geoff m
CLING FILM Apply to frontal area of bike before...

CLING FILM

Apply to frontal area of bike before going out, come home, remove cling film, bugs are gone.......

Trust me, it works ............:eureka:

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2005, 01:00
Replies: 31
Views: 4,897
Posted By geoff m
BOUNTY !!! not the chocolate bar, but the...

BOUNTY !!!

not the chocolate bar, but the kitchen roll,

ACE !!!

Soak in warm water for few seconds, spread over affected area, have a cup of tea, return to bike, remove "bounty" with a sideways...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2005, 00:55
Replies: 4
Views: 1,613
Posted By geoff m
My slipper does that all the time.....I thought...

My slipper does that all the time.....I thought it was "Normal" 18,000 miles of wheelie abuse might be showing itself now ??

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jul-2005, 00:53
Replies: 2
Views: 1,314
Posted By geoff m
REALLY STUPID QUESTION...clutch lever removal

I know I know Iknow, stupid question, but rather than bugger it up I thought I would ask....

How in the name of Kazan do you get the clutch lever off ??

Normally I would try and prize something out...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2005, 21:26
Replies: 12
Views: 2,803
Posted By geoff m
I am now £98 worse off, new stand and lever from...

I am now £98 worse off,

new stand and lever from Ducati Mcr, But £12.00 for the bolt that holds the stand on ?? !!!!

Ahh well, at least I was not on it when it went over,

and there are people a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2005, 00:28
Replies: 12
Views: 2,803
Posted By geoff m
916 Sidestand needed ?

Parked up, walked away, came back, just in time to see the bike topple over......

Only damage was clutch lever snapped off, (lucky it broke at the weak point) bit of a scratch to the LH mirror,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2005, 00:24
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By geoff m
cheers guys, 41 socket and a bloody big bar...

cheers guys, 41 socket and a bloody big bar !!!!

Gotcha !!!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jul-2005, 23:28
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By geoff m
bugger !! thanks anyway, I have the tell tale...

bugger !! thanks anyway,
I have the tell tale "slivers of alloy" on the rear wheel, one cush drive is moving out, best replace the lot methinks. If I could only get this damn nut off !!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jul-2005, 23:21
Replies: 7
Views: 1,644
Posted By geoff m
cush drives removal HELP !!

Hi folks, replacing cush drives on 916...I am having a problem removing the sprocket carrier "plate", the large spindle nut is SOLID, is this a reverse tread by any chance ???


any help much...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2005, 23:04
Replies: 74
Views: 17,366
Posted By geoff m
I was taking the P*SS hahaha I am a nice guy...

I was taking the P*SS hahaha

I am a nice guy really, not a t all arrogant or anything like the "typical " ducati owner....s******, ....ONLY KIDDING,

Geoff M

PS I do have a VTR as well,
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2005, 20:27
Replies: 18
Views: 2,965
Posted By geoff m
Fitted piper cross, no filter in airbox, sounds...

Fitted piper cross, no filter in airbox, sounds great, and its livened things up....

RESULT

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY

Geoff M:burn:
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 03-Mar-2005, 20:27
Replies: 18
Views: 8,161
Posted By geoff m
Fitted piper cross, no filter in airbox, sounds...

Fitted piper cross, no filter in airbox, sounds great, and its livened things up....

RESULT

HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY

Geoff M:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2005, 20:25
Replies: 74
Views: 17,366
Posted By geoff m
SO YOU MEAN..... 1) Arrogant poseurs NO WAY !!...

SO YOU MEAN.....

1) Arrogant poseurs NO WAY !! DAHLINGS
2) prone to not mixing with what they see a rif raf Why look down when you can sneer...
3) see that owning a Duke make their penis double...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 19:53
Replies: 18
Views: 2,965
Posted By geoff m
So in simple terms so I can...

So in simple terms so I can understand.......

If I get pipercross ones and get rid of the ones in the airbox it will sound better and rev free-er ?

but I might lose one whole horse???

geoff...
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 26-Feb-2005, 19:53
Replies: 18
Views: 8,161
Posted By geoff m
So in simple terms so I can...

So in simple terms so I can understand.......

If I get pipercross ones and get rid of the ones in the airbox it will sound better and rev free-er ?

but I might lose one whole horse???

geoff...
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 26-Feb-2005, 19:46
Replies: 18
Views: 8,161
Posted By geoff m
So in simple terms so I can...

So in simple terms so I can understand.......

If I get pipercross ones and get rid of the ones in the airbox it will sound better and rev free-er ?

but I might lose one whole horse???

geoff...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 19:46
Replies: 18
Views: 2,965
Posted By geoff m
So in simple terms so I can...

So in simple terms so I can understand.......

If I get pipercross ones and get rid of the ones in the airbox it will sound better and rev free-er ?

but I might lose one whole horse???

geoff...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 19:43
Replies: 74
Views: 17,366
Posted By geoff m
I have been done on a not for road use, and a...

I have been done on a not for road use, and a black visor and a small rear number plate,

and a mate who was with me got done as well by the same copper

But it was OK for him to wear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 15:55
Replies: 18
Views: 2,965
Posted By geoff m
<<< Naieve mode on>>>> Its s...

<<< Naieve mode on>>>>
Its s a 916, does that make a difference ?
<<< Naieve mode off>>>>

I have seen some that look like they almost fill the entire air tube, front to back..

Geoff M
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 26-Feb-2005, 15:55
Replies: 18
Views: 8,161
Posted By geoff m
<<< Naieve mode on>>>> Its s...

<<< Naieve mode on>>>>
Its s a 916, does that make a difference ?
<<< Naieve mode off>>>>

I have seen some that look like they almost fill the entire air tube, front to back..

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 15:13
Replies: 74
Views: 17,366
Posted By geoff m
OOOOHHH What a long thread !!!! My two...

OOOOHHH What a long thread !!!!

My two pennyworth is ......

I LOVE BLING....There is nearly £4500 worth of aftermarket stuff on my bike, and I am now looking to spend more....hehe..Ohlins is next...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 15:04
Replies: 18
Views: 2,965
Posted By geoff m
Air Filters

Thinking of fitting some new air filters....I have been told that the ones that fit inside the air tubes are the ones to go for, I think Pipercross do them.
Any advice welcome..

Thanks

Geoff M ...
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 26-Feb-2005, 15:04
Replies: 18
Views: 8,161
Posted By geoff m
Superbike Air Filters 1

Thinking of fitting some new air filters....I have been told that the ones that fit inside the air tubes are the ones to go for, I think Pipercross do them.
Any advice welcome..

Thanks

Geoff M ...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 23:42
Replies: 25
Views: 4,949
Posted By geoff m
I WILL be in Feltham on Wed 2nd. Will be at my...

I WILL be in Feltham on Wed 2nd.

Will be at my office until about 5:30 then in the bar at the St Giles until 8:00 ish, then at the Gurkah tandoori opposite the station.

my number 07958...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 23:40
Replies: 10
Views: 2,147
Posted By geoff m
Unless you drill it out slightly oversize then...

Unless you drill it out slightly oversize then helicoil it ??

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2005, 23:18
Replies: 5
Views: 1,527
Posted By geoff m
AND it was on men and motors last night......916,...

AND it was on men and motors last night......916, ultimate bike, apparently god likes it too !!

MCN this week , best bike of all time...916


Its great to be right.....hehehe

Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2005, 23:15
Replies: 25
Views: 4,949
Posted By geoff m
Looks like i will be in Feltham at some point,...

Looks like i will be in Feltham at some point, not sure which day though

Contact details

Gavel Coatings
Unit 19, Park Hall Business Village, Park Hall Rd, Longton, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire ST3...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 23:05
Replies: 2
Views: 1,269
Posted By geoff m
Track day bodywork ?

Anybody selling a set ? scruffy, scratched, bashed, whatever ? or where can I get some right price, I only do a few trackdays per year, so it can't be dead expensive

Anybody ?
Geoff M
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 23:03
Replies: 25
Views: 4,949
Posted By geoff m
Sand blasting.... If you want I will give you...

Sand blasting....

If you want I will give you number so they can explain to you how they want them and what colours they have.

THey called me today to say that they will do them for £30.00 ,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 11:07
Replies: 25
Views: 4,949
Posted By geoff m
Okey Dokey.. Just got price for powder coating...

Okey Dokey..

Just got price for powder coating from my contact..

£25 per wheel, any colour you like, (they will have a very close match if not the exact one)

turaround is three to four...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 10:35
Replies: 25
Views: 4,949
Posted By geoff m
Fuel range ???? Firestorm ??? you cant use the...

Fuel range ???? Firestorm ??? you cant use the those words in the same sentence !!!

MIND YOU......I get about the same out of the 916.....or maybe I is raggin it a bit too much?

I love my storm,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 10:31
Replies: 11
Views: 1,867
Posted By geoff m
Seriously, it works...take a copper coin, 2p or...

Seriously, it works...take a copper coin, 2p or similar, dip it in brown sauce or coke, wait a few mins, then wipe and rinse, hey presto......

IMAGINE what this crap does to your...
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