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Forum: 999 / 749 28-Apr-2005, 13:21
Replies: 7
Views: 1,472
Posted By HW
How odd ... carbon mono seat unit for £24 with 23...

How odd ... carbon mono seat unit for £24 with 23 bids already. 6 days to go.

And postage is 29 euro? Does that also say they DON'T ship to the UK or have I misinterpreted that?

I am very...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Apr-2005, 12:33
Replies: 7
Views: 1,560
Posted By HW
OH dear .. I was messing with the web server...

OH dear .. I was messing with the web server settings last night and looks like it is confused now.

try http://82.70.86.166/strachanwills/bikes/749s_number_plate.htm

It was from Casoli ......
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 03:53
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
list edited

list edited
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Apr-2005, 02:48
Replies: 7
Views: 1,560
Posted By HW
Number Plate Tidy woes - and mods

I have recently suffered the same fate as many others with the number plate tidy falling to bits.

I have modified mine to be much stronger and thought others might like to see what I did - before...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 01:43
Replies: 13
Views: 2,203
Posted By HW
Met Office link for Lincolnshire You can get the...

Met Office link for Lincolnshire

You can get the 5 day forecast for various towns by clicking on their names in the list.

http://www.met-office.gov.uk/weather/europe/uk/yorkslincs.html

As it's...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:58
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
So ... didn't take long for this thread to go to...

So ... didn't take long for this thread to go to the dogs!

:(
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Apr-2005, 00:42
Replies: 12
Views: 3,012
Posted By HW
Cadwell - Monday 9th May - No Limits

Anyone planning to do Cadwell on Monday 9th May with No Limits?

:burn:

[Edited on 27-4-2005 by HW]
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:37
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
:( Ooops ... soz ... corrected now

:( Ooops ... soz ... corrected now
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:33
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
Are you guys racing in the SoT on Sunday as well...

Are you guys racing in the SoT on Sunday as well as the Saturday races?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:30
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
Well ... it's only about 100 yards in a straight...

Well ... it's only about 100 yards in a straight line isn't it?

:biaggi:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:29
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
Just to warn you ... I shall be wandering around...

Just to warn you ... I shall be wandering around the paddock at Cadwell with a camera trying to get photos of everyone and their bikes. I shall also ask at the time if I can publish photos here and...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:25
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
I'm going to get in position with a camera for...

I'm going to get in position with a camera for the first hairpin!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 00:13
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
Um ... that's the list as I know it. That is the...

Um ... that's the list as I know it. That is the reason why I complied the list ... as I don't know many of you except by your posts on this board I wanted to make the connection between DD number,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Apr-2005, 23:26
Replies: 34
Views: 4,102
Posted By HW
DD Rider List - downloadable

I have compiled a list of DesmoDue riders for your (and my) convenience.

Anyone who was kind enough to let me add their screen names will have those there, plus team names where known.

If there...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Apr-2005, 13:54
Replies: 10
Views: 2,536
Posted By HW
Are you guys in the SoT races on Suday as well as...

Are you guys in the SoT races on Suday as well as on Saturday?
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Apr-2005, 21:12
Replies: 9
Views: 2,127
Posted By HW
I had a matt grey ST4s for a year and only...

I had a matt grey ST4s for a year and only cleaned it with car shampoo/wax (Carplan or similar). THen chamois it afterwards and leave it. It was fine. Sold it at 12k miles and it looked...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Apr-2005, 15:11
Replies: 8
Views: 2,285
Posted By HW
No, Halfords do the right one. It's a black'un if...

No, Halfords do the right one. It's a black'un if you're scanning the shelves for it.
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Apr-2005, 04:08
Replies: 1
Views: 1,220
Posted By HW
This is another...

This is another option

http://www.casoli.co.uk/products/casoliiq.htm
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Apr-2005, 04:03
Replies: 20
Views: 3,917
Posted By HW
That looks fantastic. Is this the right...

That looks fantastic.

Is this the right Insignia? I'd like to get the white panels sorted.

190-192 Commercial Road
BOURNEMOUTH, DORSET BH2 5LX
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Apr-2005, 20:38
Replies: 11
Views: 4,181
Posted By HW
Sorry, I haven't. I think I replaced the one on...

Sorry, I haven't. I think I replaced the one on my bike with it because it had got so corroded.
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Apr-2005, 01:04
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
I met this Italian guy today called Pepe in...

I met this Italian guy today called Pepe in Grantham. He restores and imports Ducati singles, mostly 150 and 175cc but nothing bigger than 250cc. Interesting to talk to. His trade is paint spraying...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 18:02
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
I must admit that is for colour matched (the tank...

I must admit that is for colour matched (the tank and mudguard are still original parts) - from RS Bikepaint. It's a 2 part pack. I've just been trying to track down this chap in town who is a Ducati...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 16:20
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Yep that fitted fine. All the holes line up ......

Yep that fitted fine. All the holes line up ... :)

Doesn't quite cover the bip subframe loop but I'll live with that.
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 16:10
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Frankly, I'd go for the £325 deal. This seemed...

Frankly, I'd go for the £325 deal. This seemed like a good option at the time, and time was something I had little of. I had booked my first track day with 4 weeks notice and only then thought about...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 15:56
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
So .... pretty ugly isn't it? I've heard it said...

So .... pretty ugly isn't it? I've heard it said that none of them really fit very well, but I have no idea whether that was "bah humbug" or what? I reckon you pays your money and takes your choice....
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 15:51
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Nosecone with Powerbronze airflow screen fitted....

Nosecone with Powerbronze airflow screen fitted. Rather nice I thought.

Just heard about a chap in Grantham who imports classic Dukes and also does paint spraying. Might go and find him this...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 15:49
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
rear section of belly pan - could have been left...

rear section of belly pan - could have been left with no glassing really as the upright biot at the back was still attached as a pivot point
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 15:48
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
(previous post edited too)

(previous post edited too)
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 15:44
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Done the tea and biccie thing now ... here's the...

Done the tea and biccie thing now ... here's the pictures

Race Products belly pan modified so it now fits. Still needs the resin cleaning up, the gaps filling and painting but as it is (mostly) all...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Apr-2005, 15:37
Replies: 15
Views: 3,484
Posted By HW
Italia Moto in Lincoln are pretty good with test...

Italia Moto in Lincoln are pretty good with test rides. Mind you, the new deomnstrators are going to be the new range of bikes but I doubt they will have a problem letting you take out one of the 2nd...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Apr-2005, 12:35
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Too tired to start with that last night .... just...

Too tired to start with that last night .... just getting server and PCs back on line here now and wil do it in a bit.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Apr-2005, 11:52
Replies: 15
Views: 3,484
Posted By HW
I'm 6' and I thought my mate's 916 was a bit on...

I'm 6' and I thought my mate's 916 was a bit on the cramped side. AS others have said, it's bum up - head down so tends to throw weight on your wrists anyway.

I changed from ST4s to 749s because I...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Apr-2005, 19:26
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
I see your point .... but it depends on how you...

I see your point .... but it depends on how you define "quality". I replied that the RP kt was good quality because it is quite thick fibreglass although I don't doubt it would disappear in a...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Apr-2005, 19:04
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Yep .... will take some pics tonight or in the...

Yep .... will take some pics tonight or in the morning. Sidestand cutout was the easy bit.

[Edited on 21-4-2005 by HW]
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Apr-2005, 18:40
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Yeah the quality seems good. I cut a section away...

Yeah the quality seems good. I cut a section away for the sidestand and also had to cut a slot for the front pipe under the engine. I'm down in Swindon at moment working, but I'll take some pics when...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Apr-2005, 18:30
Replies: 46
Views: 8,147
Posted By HW
Race Products- so long as you dont mind some...

Race Products- so long as you dont mind some cutting and shunting on the belly pan to make it fit. £200 ish, and takes a week or so if you ask nicely.

http://www.raceproducts.co.uk/
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Apr-2005, 00:13
Replies: 7
Views: 1,261
Posted By HW
Crikey .. we'll be there and y lad will be on his...

Crikey .. we'll be there and y lad will be on his Supermotard. Thing is, it's only a 50cc (he's only 16 so he has an excuse) ... have to keep a close eye on him otherwise he'll be getting ideas...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Apr-2005, 18:23
Replies: 16
Views: 2,801
Posted By HW
I've got Harris stands front and back. They are...

I've got Harris stands front and back.

They are well made, and light (stainless tubing), but I don't trust the rear cups so I use a 1/2" rod with a handle welded to it through the rear spindle...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Apr-2005, 18:18
Replies: 10
Views: 2,206
Posted By HW
Not got a 999, but 749 is similar enough for this...

Not got a 999, but 749 is similar enough for this discussion?

I wouldn't stand for it. Here are my thoughts ...

1) Had same problems. Get the dealer to set it up properly.

2) Happens to me too....
Forum: Monsters 19-Apr-2005, 13:26
Replies: 34
Views: 9,817
Posted By HW
Flyscreen does make a difference. Kirst can...

Flyscreen does make a difference. Kirst can cruise at 80 comfortably and is happy riding at 90-100 for short stretches.

It's not as effective as the ST2 screen, which is pretty good IMHO, but then...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Apr-2005, 00:13
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
Hi mate, sorry about the delay. About the front...

Hi mate, sorry about the delay.

About the front preload ... 5 rings showing, that's 20 mm (stock setting) to the top of the adjuster. We started to wind it in one ring at a time, and the first...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Apr-2005, 19:48
Replies: 14
Views: 2,379
Posted By HW
Hold on just one moment ... it is true that a...

Hold on just one moment ... it is true that a race can may affect your insurance but it is because it is a performance boost. I was a tad concerned after a mate with an APrilia RSV with race cans...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Apr-2005, 14:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,305
Posted By HW
The mirrors are held by just the one screw. You...

The mirrors are held by just the one screw. You then need to pull HARD and towards the back slightly. Try and brace yourself so they don't come flying out and you fall back and damage something...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Apr-2005, 14:16
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
Cheers, but work of that nature will have to wait...

Cheers, but work of that nature will have to wait until I have spare cash. I have always been pretty happy with it how it is to be honest, but now I am starting to be more perceptive and demanding it...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Apr-2005, 14:14
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
Hiya, 22mm? I have got confused (easily done!)...

Hiya, 22mm? I have got confused (easily done!) over what adjusts waht on the forks. The screw at the top is obviosuly the rebound damping. Then there is a hex that is 22mm, I was adjusting that...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Apr-2005, 23:50
Replies: 18
Views: 2,006
Posted By HW
Bringing family, but not camping. There will be 5...

Bringing family, but not camping. There will be 5 of us (rent a mob)

:D
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2005, 23:48
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
I used to be 12 stone. :sniff: Your weight...

I used to be 12 stone.

:sniff:

Your weight woudl be right smack bang in the middle of the range the stock springs are supposed to be suitable for.

SOunds like your setup is quite firm, I am in...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2005, 23:44
Replies: 9
Views: 1,658
Posted By HW
That seems a bit close, physically close I mean....

That seems a bit close, physically close I mean. Do they really do the test less than 2 foot away? Who would have their head that close to a bike exhaust anyway?

:D
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2005, 23:40
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
You're kidding ... right? Just checking .......

You're kidding ... right? Just checking .... :puzzled:
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2005, 23:36
Replies: 9
Views: 1,874
Posted By HW
Ta, I will do that in a bit. Just reading all the...

Ta, I will do that in a bit. Just reading all the section8 stuff about suspension geometry for 749.

This all came about because we took the 749 and the M620Sie out today with my teenage kids on...
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