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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2005, 12:55
Replies: 46
Views: 8,127
Posted By Felix
Test ride them both, then make up your mind.

Test ride them both, then make up your mind.
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Mar-2005, 12:53
Replies: 15
Views: 1,854
Posted By Felix
I've got some lugs. What's the inside diameter...

I've got some lugs. What's the inside diameter you need?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2005, 12:24
Replies: 46
Views: 8,127
Posted By Felix
Yep, Chillo is right, the shorter stroke 998R...

Yep, Chillo is right, the shorter stroke 998R motor is a good bit better. Remember, the 996R motor was the first testastretta motor. They were bound to make it better, which they did for the 998R.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2005, 12:16
Replies: 35
Views: 2,615
Posted By Felix
Another way to make sure you got the eccentric in...

Another way to make sure you got the eccentric in the right area is to see which way you have to turn the adjustment spanner to tighten the chain. Quite simply, if you have to pull up on the spanner...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Mar-2005, 22:28
Replies: 1
Views: 2,470
Posted By Felix
Never mind the 900's. How about that 888R?...

Never mind the 900's. How about that 888R? VEERRRYYY tasty! Not completely original, but very close.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Mar-2005, 22:20
Replies: 9
Views: 1,830
Posted By Felix
If you're changing the master cylinder, I would...

If you're changing the master cylinder, I would definitely go with the race version. There is 19x20 and 19x18. The 19x20 is the one usually fitted to bigger bikes including the 748. The 19x18 is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Mar-2005, 16:01
Replies: 29
Views: 3,195
Posted By Felix
Gobsmacked!:o

Gobsmacked!:o
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Mar-2005, 16:00
Replies: 15
Views: 1,854
Posted By Felix
About 100 Amps.

About 100 Amps.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Mar-2005, 14:27
Replies: 29
Views: 3,195
Posted By Felix
Fully agree with both points, Nat. Is this really...

Fully agree with both points, Nat. Is this really a Brembo part?? How naff!!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Mar-2005, 12:48
Replies: 10
Views: 2,192
Posted By Felix
I know everybody always says, ooh don't do this...

I know everybody always says, ooh don't do this or don't do that, you'll loose midrange power. I don't really buy that. It seems to me that if get a bike tuned properly, that is not just bolt stuff...
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Mar-2005, 11:50
Replies: 14
Views: 3,994
Posted By Felix
The fixed pegs snap off quite easily. Not sure...

The fixed pegs snap off quite easily.

Not sure if would put bungs on the subframe. I don't think it's designed to take a large side load as it would see in a crash.
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Mar-2005, 00:16
Replies: 14
Views: 3,994
Posted By Felix
Paul, I can see the need for good rearsets to try...

Paul, I can see the need for good rearsets to try to protect the silencers, but a bung in the front won't help that, I don't think. Can't you put a bung on the silencer hanger mounting point? That...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Mar-2005, 18:14
Replies: 7
Views: 2,632
Posted By Felix
Don't see why not. In racing, you put in a new...

Don't see why not. In racing, you put in a new set of pads, take it steady for a couple of laps and then go hell for leathers.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2005, 18:11
Replies: 24
Views: 2,626
Posted By Felix
Aside from looks maybe, probably not much.

Aside from looks maybe, probably not much.
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Mar-2005, 18:10
Replies: 20
Views: 3,324
Posted By Felix
Didn't mean to make it sound harsh, Wylie. In the...

Didn't mean to make it sound harsh, Wylie. In the end you have to do what feels right to you.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Mar-2005, 14:11
Replies: 29
Views: 3,195
Posted By Felix
There is HUGE difference between the stuff racers...

There is HUGE difference between the stuff racers use and what comes on road bikes. Unless you want to spend the kind of money that's already been mentioned, you're best of buying second hand road...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Mar-2005, 13:19
Replies: 5
Views: 2,681
Posted By Felix
Oops, make that 15-40.

Oops, make that 15-40.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Mar-2005, 00:24
Replies: 35
Views: 7,514
Posted By Felix
Make sure you take a couple of extra pair of...

Make sure you take a couple of extra pair of underwear as you'll need them after the first couple of times through the cork screw. I know I did.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2005, 23:26
Replies: 24
Views: 2,626
Posted By Felix
How big is the head on your disc bolts?

How big is the head on your disc bolts?
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Mar-2005, 22:43
Replies: 20
Views: 3,324
Posted By Felix
Do you reckon we can finally put this issue to...

Do you reckon we can finally put this issue to rest, fellas? This has been discussed well past the cows coming home.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2005, 21:45
Replies: 24
Views: 2,626
Posted By Felix
Yes, at least they are on my bike. Head height is...

Yes, at least they are on my bike. Head height is 5 mm, head diameter 13 mm, made by Poggipolini in Italy, official titanium supplier to Ducati Corse. Ordering mine tomorrow.

[Edited on 1-3-2005 by...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Mar-2005, 20:13
Replies: 24
Views: 2,626
Posted By Felix
Going through myself, at the moment, Adam. From...

Going through myself, at the moment, Adam. From previous experience, I'd recommend using torx head as the hex heads are notorious for rounding off when you want to remove them.

I am going for a set...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 01-Mar-2005, 20:00
Replies: 5
Views: 2,681
Posted By Felix
I run 15/50 but that's with a slightly different...

I run 15/50 but that's with a slightly different engine to yours. At a guess, you'll get to 160 MPH down park straight on the 748SP as long as get Charlies 2 right. Use that speed and suit gearing to...
Forum: 851 / 888 28-Feb-2005, 23:47
Replies: 14
Views: 3,994
Posted By Felix
You're in a similar quandry as the 916 etc....

You're in a similar quandry as the 916 etc. bikes. Speaking from experience (4 lowsides) I wouldn't bother with bungs. Does more harm then good.

Instead get a reinforced CF clutch cover from...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Feb-2005, 13:49
Replies: 35
Views: 7,514
Posted By Felix
Laguna is a great track, you'll have a great...

Laguna is a great track, you'll have a great time. I can also give some recommendations on the local donut shops if you like.;)
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Feb-2005, 00:12
Replies: 57
Views: 16,096
Posted By Felix
Even better, Ruth, buy a small race track. It's...

Even better, Ruth, buy a small race track. It's bound to have a house or two on it.:lol:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Feb-2005, 00:01
Replies: 57
Views: 16,096
Posted By Felix
Fortunately, this hasn't happened to me yet, but...

Fortunately, this hasn't happened to me yet, but I feel for you. This really needs to be changed. You're a lawyer now, can't you sort it?;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 22:58
Replies: 12
Views: 1,964
Posted By Felix
Imagine a spiral (don't get all hypnotised, now)...

Imagine a spiral (don't get all hypnotised, now) as the wheel turns in the forward direction it would be spiral that's getting larger. This should be true for both sides.

:puzzled:I knew I...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Feb-2005, 22:50
Replies: 5
Views: 2,226
Posted By Felix
I generally race with contacts, but have also...

I generally race with contacts, but have also tried with glasses. Couldn't race at all with glasses. The problem was that the temples are tight between your cheeks and the helmet padding. When you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 20:16
Replies: 12
Views: 1,964
Posted By Felix
Best ask PFM, me thinks.

Best ask PFM, me thinks.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 19:27
Replies: 12
Views: 1,964
Posted By Felix
Ehh??:puzzled: What groove are on about? What...

Ehh??:puzzled: What groove are on about? What make are they?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Feb-2005, 00:08
Replies: 12
Views: 2,912
Posted By Felix
What about the belly pan?

What about the belly pan?
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Feb-2005, 23:07
Replies: 13
Views: 3,884
Posted By Felix
Well, that the one used on all the factory 888's...

Well, that the one used on all the factory 888's back then. Knowing Foggy, that probably wasn't good enough, though.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 22-Feb-2005, 23:00
Replies: 18
Views: 3,891
Posted By Felix
Ace! Cheers, Charlotte, I'll get in touch with...

Ace! Cheers, Charlotte, I'll get in touch with tyreman. What's his tel no.
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Feb-2005, 22:58
Replies: 13
Views: 3,884
Posted By Felix
Very nice pics, Keefy! Screen: Ducati p/n...

Very nice pics, Keefy!

Screen: Ducati p/n 48710091A
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 22:18
Replies: 8
Views: 1,772
Posted By Felix
Best ask them, mate. Good choice of paint scheme.

Best ask them, mate. Good choice of paint scheme.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 22-Feb-2005, 22:13
Replies: 18
Views: 3,891
Posted By Felix
Any pics by chance? I do need one, has to have a...

Any pics by chance? I do need one, has to have a bow at the top.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 22:04
Replies: 8
Views: 1,772
Posted By Felix
From the previous thread on the subject, I think...

From the previous thread on the subject, I think you want to get a set of yellow gel coated panels (from Barry) and then have the blue and the number boards painted on. Stickers on, lacquer over the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 21-Feb-2005, 16:33
Replies: 18
Views: 3,891
Posted By Felix
Unless you have a high roof van, mind your head...

Unless you have a high roof van, mind your head as you "step up". It'd be a shame to be found on the floor unconcsious with a bike laying on top. :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2005, 14:11
Replies: 5
Views: 1,457
Posted By Felix
Sounds right to me, going from memory when I went...

Sounds right to me, going from memory when I went through the same last year. Definitely flat beige gold. Later ones had a metallic finish.

I wouldn't want to attempt to colour match a spot repair,...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 21-Feb-2005, 12:05
Replies: 18
Views: 3,891
Posted By Felix
Try these guys...

Try these guys (http://www.fast-trak.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/accessories.htm): £70. Not used them myself but came recommended from fellow racers.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Feb-2005, 23:08
Replies: 1
Views: 1,116
Posted By Felix
You can get them out but it's tricky. Pulling on...

You can get them out but it's tricky. Pulling on them will only pull the wire of the contact. You have to stick a tiny blade like a very small jewelers screw driver in the notch next to the contact...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Feb-2005, 22:59
Replies: 28
Views: 3,168
Posted By Felix
You've already seen it! Need a hint? Rattler!

You've already seen it! Need a hint? Rattler!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Feb-2005, 21:37
Replies: 28
Views: 3,168
Posted By Felix
There is your answer then, Eric. Give the man...

There is your answer then, Eric. Give the man aring!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-Feb-2005, 21:34
Replies: 10
Views: 4,616
Posted By Felix
Mike, the significant variance in quality of this...

Mike, the significant variance in quality of this stuff is certainly my experience as well. So, how do you rate Aerotek? U2U me if you prefer. I still need some bits (that require strength).
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 19-Feb-2005, 22:34
Replies: 2
Views: 2,778
Posted By Felix
Yep, same experience as Jon. Just buy the...

Yep, same experience as Jon. Just buy the "DB killers" when you get there. Stamping doesn't seem to matter, even though they claimed it would at the beginning of last season. Might be worth a call to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2005, 22:31
Replies: 28
Views: 3,168
Posted By Felix
I don't know, Dibble, it's not that bad...

I don't know, Dibble, it's not that bad considering the quality.

From their website:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2005, 22:24
Replies: 28
Views: 3,168
Posted By Felix
Dibble, these guys certainly do yellow (as well...

Dibble, these guys certainly do yellow (as well as several other colours): Vimori Racing (http://www.vimoriracing.com/newsb.htm)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2005, 22:20
Replies: 28
Views: 3,168
Posted By Felix
Yeah, you could get yellow gel coated GRP...

Yeah, you could get yellow gel coated GRP fairings, and have a good shop paint on the blue and the number boards. As Dibble says, the sticker kit can be sourced from Morgan Designs.

I know this is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2005, 01:30
Replies: 4
Views: 1,643
Posted By Felix
Do a search as this has been well covered before....

Do a search as this has been well covered before. The short answer is you don't want them.
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