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Forum: Monsters 22-Nov-2006, 19:53
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Posted By beek
Thanks Jools will look into it a bit more

Thanks Jools
will look into it a bit more
Forum: Monsters 19-Nov-2006, 18:41
Replies: 5
Views: 2,358
Posted By beek
Monster wheel options

Are there any other wheels available for the 900. rather than the 3 spoked
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Oct-2006, 20:29
Replies: 1
Views: 1,317
Posted By beek
Stainless caliper pins

where can i buy stainless steel caliper pins for std 916 brembo calipers. u/k please

also looking for vgc used carbon front mudguard for 916
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-Jul-2006, 19:36
Replies: 3
Views: 1,884
Posted By beek
why in asking is that i want to replace the...

why in asking is that i want to replace the bottom mount and change it to a eye fitting like the top mount. see pic

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/beekuk/showa.jpg
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Jul-2006, 21:31
Replies: 3
Views: 1,884
Posted By beek
Ohlins rear shocks

Can Ohlins rear shocks be took apart ?

can the bottom eye mount bit be replaced.
Forum: Tyres 01-May-2006, 07:20
Replies: 1
Views: 3,273
Posted By beek
Tyre Sizes and Gearing

I need someone with some Brains on this one.
Im building a special (Sorry not a Ducati )

The area that concerns me is how ive effected the overall gearing of my engine/bike.

i have now changed...
Forum: Monsters 01-May-2006, 07:13
Replies: 5
Views: 2,999
Posted By beek
Many thanks to all for info

Many thanks to all for info
Forum: Monsters 30-Apr-2006, 06:34
Replies: 5
Views: 2,999
Posted By beek
I need to know are they 520 chain size

I need to know are they 520 chain size
Forum: Monsters 29-Apr-2006, 12:47
Replies: 5
Views: 2,999
Posted By beek
Monster 900 sprocket advice

Can someone advice me how many teeth a std 900 monster rear sprocket has. are they available in alloy or are they infact alloy as std.

Do any of the other bikes in the Ducati range use same...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2006, 14:13
Replies: 17
Views: 2,665
Posted By beek
or go on a diet yourself its the cheapest way to...

or go on a diet yourself its the cheapest way to lost rider/bike weight.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2006, 14:11
Replies: 1
Views: 1,119
Posted By beek
916 forks advice

can some one advice me how the small blue adjuster on the top of forks comes out,
i intend to get this bit and the nut anodised a different colour
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2006, 21:01
Replies: 6
Views: 1,616
Posted By beek
Lower yoke you say. i was a bit dubious of this...

Lower yoke you say. i was a bit dubious of this as the yoke is hollow is this some thing youve done.

?? are you meaning just a small hole and self tapper. ? under yoke or front/ back
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Mar-2006, 20:06
Replies: 6
Views: 1,616
Posted By beek
Front Brake Pipes

I have a choice of brake hose/pipes either the original 1 into 2 set up or using 2 seperate pipes.

1.....what is the better set up to use.
2..... if i go for the 2 seperate pipes how can i fix these...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2006, 19:53
Replies: 4
Views: 2,097
Posted By beek
caliper goldpaint

After a bit of hunting i found a reasonable match
It is actually called Brass.

wilkinsons £2.19 Brass ( B33 ) made by Plasti-Kote

see the picture shows my caliper before paint, after paint, and a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 21:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,876
Posted By beek
Caliper Gold Paint

Where can i get the same colour gold as used on the brembo calipers.

ive tried lots of places trying to match it but no luck
Forum: Monsters 14-Feb-2006, 13:47
Replies: 3
Views: 2,506
Posted By beek
Thanks but didnt really answer the info i asked...

Thanks but didnt really answer the info i asked for.

The wheel is for a project im looking to replace the wheel that i have.
As i have fitted a 916 front end i want a decent rear with the same...
Forum: Monsters 14-Feb-2006, 12:22
Replies: 3
Views: 2,506
Posted By beek
Monster Rear Wheel Advice

Help Needed
can anyone tell me some dimension regarding Ducati monster Rear Wheel.

I need to know.

Wheel width ? is it a 4.5
The width of the hub part of wheel.
The rear wheel spindle size and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2006, 10:46
Replies: 6
Views: 1,494
Posted By beek
Ohlins---Showa

Will Ohlins ducati 748 fork bottoms fit onto standard showa forks.

is the fitment the same are the forks same diameter ect. any help appreciated
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Dec-2005, 10:13
Replies: 3
Views: 1,458
Posted By beek
Alloy Frames

Just for interest id like to know why Ducati never went down the Alloy Frame road. ala R1
I know its really a tradition of Ducati to have the tubular type frame but is this the only reason. im sure...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Dec-2005, 21:04
Replies: 47
Views: 7,580
Posted By beek
deej you already tried to ask the questions to...

deej
you already tried to ask the questions to the seller and he didnt know most of them.

Yes im sure new discs of any make are better than the 3mm that you have but. often cheap discs are made...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Dec-2005, 10:21
Replies: 47
Views: 7,580
Posted By beek
If i were in the market for a pair of new discs....

If i were in the market for a pair of new discs. id go for a named brand as most are tested and have proved to be up to the job. These fancy no named discs on ebay are a no no. im sure they sell...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Dec-2005, 10:07
Replies: 4
Views: 1,552
Posted By beek
Many thanks for info. as always you help is...

Many thanks for info. as always you help is invaluable.

So far i have managed to get the spacers made for the forks and had a 350ypvs rear wheel spindle addapted to fit front wheel. need now to get...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Dec-2005, 20:08
Replies: 4
Views: 1,552
Posted By beek
916 bottom yoke Query

How is the yoke stem help in place on the 916 bottom yoke.
is it pressed in ????

what would the best way to remove one. would it need heat???


any advise appreciated.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Dec-2005, 19:17
Replies: 47
Views: 7,580
Posted By beek
Many thanks to all who replied I now know what i...

Many thanks to all who replied I now know what i need to do. scrap the discs and get some new ones
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Nov-2005, 17:54
Replies: 47
Views: 7,580
Posted By beek
The disc were originally 5mm they are now 3.25...

The disc were originally 5mm they are now 3.25 and 3.50.mm
There is a slight lip to edge of disc which i could remove easily

are they ok or should i replace
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Nov-2005, 14:35
Replies: 47
Views: 7,580
Posted By beek
front disc limits

Is there a minimum disc limit for a mot test.

what thickness do you think discs should be replaced
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Nov-2005, 18:07
Replies: 5
Views: 1,299
Posted By beek
I may not have to replace the seals but am...

I may not have to replace the seals but am checking to see how it is done.

I have a chance of a good set of forks but they have been standing a while so the seals may need doing id rather do them...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Nov-2005, 12:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,299
Posted By beek
Fork seals

How easy is it to replace forks seals.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Nov-2005, 18:40
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By beek
Thanks Skidlids Ill certainly look into them if...

Thanks Skidlids
Ill certainly look into them if the deal i have going falls through.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Nov-2005, 22:01
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By beek
Thanks

Thanks Nelly
As long as they are the same diameters and length I did notice the change on the caliper mounts as the bikes get newer.


many thanks

What i love about this site is the quick helpful...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Nov-2005, 20:52
Replies: 4
Views: 1,415
Posted By beek
advice

are the 916 forks the same as 748s. or are they different
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Nov-2005, 20:47
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
Thanks for all advice The original tzr125r forks...

Thanks for all advice
The original tzr125r forks are like the mito sprung in one and damped in the other a right cock eyed idea if you ask me.

Im sure the ducati forks will be fine too. there are a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 20:42
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
Christ a 500 in a mito chassis with turbo as...

Christ a 500 in a mito chassis with turbo as well. its amazing what people can do.

Think i seen the mito 350 with the gibson pipes?? on a bench if i remember both coming out on the right side of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 20:14
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
special

The motor would be a 350 ypvs
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 12:19
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
Nice one your a gent.

Nice one
your a gent.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 11:35
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
Thanks Skidlids. you have been most helpful. I...

Thanks Skidlids. you have been most helpful.
I think the bushes into the forks and use the original tzr spindle sounds a good idea. the idea of threading one bush for the spindle to screw into sounds...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 11:22
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
Thanks for the quick reply. I thought about £100...

Thanks for the quick reply.

I thought about £100 ish they are the normal Chrome versions.

Have you had any experience of fitting different wheel into ducati forks.

Why i ask is i plan to use a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 10:58
Replies: 1
Views: 1,429
Posted By beek
Front spindle size

What are the dimensions of a 748 front spindle
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Nov-2005, 10:57
Replies: 16
Views: 2,875
Posted By beek
What are they worth

Can anyone tell me how much a pair of forks from a 748, 1998 are worth. they are in very good condition.
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