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Forum: 851 / 888 27-Oct-2005, 10:41
Replies: 6
Views: 2,480
Posted By Rob B
I had a plan to build it and swap between trellis...

I had a plan to build it and swap between trellis and Spondon frames. Best of both worlds, and once the kit issues where solved, meant a nice cheap winter project every other year or so. I realised...
Forum: 851 / 888 27-Oct-2005, 09:18
Replies: 6
Views: 2,480
Posted By Rob B
I briefly owned the very last "new"...

I briefly owned the very last "new" frame kit. Sold it earlier this year.
Forum: Monsters 25-Oct-2005, 12:41
Replies: 14
Views: 4,871
Posted By Rob B
Terrific bud. Please let me know how you get on...

Terrific bud. Please let me know how you get on with the Dash. I'm considering one for my SB8. Did you get the CC rear sets through Spares shack?

TIA, Rob
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 24-Oct-2005, 17:50
Replies: 5
Views: 15,945
Posted By Rob B
Webby, It's not a big job, but it does depend on...

Webby,

It's not a big job, but it does depend on how many circuits they have spliced into. I have avoided having mine cut into the indicators etc. for exactly the same reason.

You'll have a power...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Oct-2005, 08:14
Replies: 9
Views: 3,633
Posted By Rob B
Mike, I have a spare large body 851 pump. Rgds,...

Mike,

I have a spare large body 851 pump.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 23-Oct-2005, 12:56
Replies: 8
Views: 1,882
Posted By Rob B
Yep, my 1994 Strada came with a P8, now long gone...

Yep, my 1994 Strada came with a P8, now long gone to Denmark.
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Oct-2005, 09:47
Replies: 17
Views: 5,341
Posted By Rob B
Neil, What do you what to know. Easy job, well...

Neil,

What do you what to know. Easy job, well easy once you've cracked all the small issues. Get the ST4s engine from Jim at Bike Enders, and party on. Give me a call to discuss. 01202 693523
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Oct-2005, 19:47
Replies: 9
Views: 1,833
Posted By Rob B
The dome (narrow end) should grip the inner...

The dome (narrow end) should grip the inner bearing race. The wide face against the swingarm to spread the force to the ally.

The left hand swingarm cap has an edge michined off to clear the nuts on...
Forum: Tyres 21-Oct-2005, 18:18
Replies: 17
Views: 6,817
Posted By Rob B
G, Why was that? Rgds, Rob

G,

Why was that?

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Oct-2005, 17:53
Replies: 2
Views: 1,442
Posted By Rob B
Nat, I think I have been there with Mort (RIP)...

Nat,

I think I have been there with Mort (RIP) He had some SSie cans but they where no good for my 888 as MOT jobbies.

Rgds,

Rob
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Oct-2005, 12:33
Replies: 4
Views: 1,754
Posted By Rob B
And from recolection, the ignition/fuel relays...

And from recolection, the ignition/fuel relays are all here too; easy to disturb as Jools said.
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Oct-2005, 09:31
Replies: 11
Views: 3,369
Posted By Rob B
Steve, I remember reading all that stuff when I...

Steve,

I remember reading all that stuff when I was first looking for an 888 and thinking that an SP was what I really wanted. Somewhat off putting!

Now, when I read these tales of woe, it make me...
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 21-Oct-2005, 09:23
Replies: 5
Views: 15,932
Posted By Rob B
Look for a new for old on theft. HSBC doesn't do...

Look for a new for old on theft. HSBC doesn't do it..... Don't ask
Forum: Tyres 21-Oct-2005, 08:53
Replies: 17
Views: 6,817
Posted By Rob B
I am getting 2000 miles to a rear and that's 2...

I am getting 2000 miles to a rear and that's 2 up, fully panniered touring.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2005, 09:49
Replies: 13
Views: 2,701
Posted By Rob B
Yup, doddle. Got M5 and M6 kits myself if you're...

Yup, doddle. Got M5 and M6 kits myself if you're anywhere close.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 20-Oct-2005, 09:37
Replies: 13
Views: 3,012
Posted By Rob B
Probably not white smoke but steam as all the...

Probably not white smoke but steam as all the water escaped
Forum: 851 / 888 19-Oct-2005, 21:24
Replies: 13
Views: 3,012
Posted By Rob B
Fred, Sorry to hear that story, and no, they...

Fred,

Sorry to hear that story, and no, they don't all do that. Hope you get it well soon.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 19-Oct-2005, 18:45
Replies: 11
Views: 3,314
Posted By Rob B
Andrew, Just get standard relays from a factors...

Andrew,

Just get standard relays from a factors and tweak the lucars to suit. That way, your forever sorted if it happen on a trip.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 17-Oct-2005, 11:50
Replies: 19
Views: 2,575
Posted By Rob B
Jon, Great write up. Many thanks, Rob

Jon,

Great write up.

Many thanks,

Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 17-Oct-2005, 10:13
Replies: 14
Views: 3,000
Posted By Rob B
Mike, Is that (£125) a price from UK Ducati...

Mike,

Is that (£125) a price from UK Ducati dealers? They're still available then?

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Oct-2005, 20:38
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Justin, Yep, agree, and that's just what the...

Justin,

Yep, agree, and that's just what the painter is doing.


Rgds, Rob
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Oct-2005, 19:26
Replies: 32
Views: 13,304
Posted By Rob B
Welcome there, Carl. Looks lie you'll soon be in...

Welcome there, Carl. Looks lie you'll soon be in the thick of it.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Oct-2005, 19:01
Replies: 1
Views: 1,593
Posted By Rob B
Possibly move it to the other side of the...

Possibly move it to the other side of the breather? I can't remember where mine used to run.
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 19:02
Replies: 40
Views: 12,003
Posted By Rob B
When are we talking about, approx?

When are we talking about, approx?
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 18:35
Replies: 40
Views: 12,003
Posted By Rob B
Sorry about the hi jack but as you all looking at...

Sorry about the hi jack but as you all looking at this post:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4581846000&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT

here goes for the scramble
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 13:44
Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Posted By Rob B
Yep. I have the STM pulleys in the hallway, ready...

Yep. I have the STM pulleys in the hallway, ready to go off tomorrow. I've been collecting bits when they came up, now it's time to use them
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 12:14
Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Posted By Rob B
What about water pumps, generator, seals etc?

What about water pumps, generator, seals etc?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 12:09
Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Posted By Rob B
It'll be a combination of all the bits working...

It'll be a combination of all the bits working together. I expect the comp' would help a little in anycase.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 11:46
Replies: 40
Views: 12,003
Posted By Rob B
Nat, Have you seen all the trick bits, inc...

Nat,

Have you seen all the trick bits, inc forks, on Ebay at the moment?
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 11:43
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
:frog::frog: Yep, some of the same. Gota go over...

:frog::frog:

Yep, some of the same. Gota go over and chat to the painter after the next conf' call

You know how it is.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 11:16
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
I have decided to keep my options open. I will...

I have decided to keep my options open. I will have the panels sprayed and laquered with the minimum number of decals, as in the simple 1992 851 scheme I posted. I can add extenal stickers as I feel...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Oct-2005, 10:48
Replies: 5
Views: 1,301
Posted By Rob B
RIP Old Assen..

RIP Old Assen..
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 10:46
Replies: 10
Views: 2,424
Posted By Rob B
996 engine in bits - what whould you do/check?

My engine is going to be reduced to a little pile of components shortly. It's not something I plan on doing too often so I though I would ask what peeps would take the opportunity to check, mod,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 10:39
Replies: 15
Views: 2,650
Posted By Rob B
Ta Lily.

Ta Lily.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 10:03
Replies: 15
Views: 2,650
Posted By Rob B
HAve you got a link for Barry's please?

HAve you got a link for Barry's please?
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 08:55
Replies: 4
Views: 1,683
Posted By Rob B
Nor the picture, why's the BMW there as well?...

Nor the picture, why's the BMW there as well? Strange!
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 08:39
Replies: 40
Views: 12,003
Posted By Rob B
Phil, Could you please mail me whatever you have...

Phil,

Could you please mail me whatever you have in full resolution? robarks@btopenworld.com

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 08:24
Replies: 18
Views: 3,944
Posted By Rob B
Go to Cyclecat guys, they make a yoke conversion...

Go to Cyclecat guys, they make a yoke conversion for the 53mm to 8xx bikes. Bling too.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 19:50
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Nat, What scheme do you mean, SP3, White seat...

Nat,

What scheme do you mean, SP3, White seat number panel, blacked bottom of faiting and Large "Ducati" logo with "Agip" then "Desmo" above? Personally, I don't think the blacked bottom side panel...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 15:23
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Hmmm, I might do it that way, but for the SP4....

Hmmm, I might do it that way, but for the SP4. Start with the 851 scheme that I have pictured and add the number panels and Agip logo as stickers over the laquer. I do have two spare sets. I don't...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 12:29
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Welllllllll, I like the mirrors.

Welllllllll, I like the mirrors.
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 12:10
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Jools, The seat pad is a Corbin. I have one and...

Jools,

The seat pad is a Corbin. I have one and it makes 100+ miles bearable.

Rgds, Rob
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 11:56
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
I assume your talking about including the number...

I assume your talking about including the number board for the SP5 too?

I was going off of the SP4 scheme cos I don't want people to keep asking "Is that an SP4/S?" and then having to explain it's...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 11:47
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Maybe this would be fastest???????

Maybe this would be fastest???????
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 11:42
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Jools, Sounds like the bike you've just...

Jools,

Sounds like the bike you've just bought.:lol::lol::lol::lol:
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 11:39
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
You boys.... I have been there with the...

You boys....

I have been there with the Tricolour scheme but I don't think it really walks on the 888 bodywork. The deeper tail section allows the "V's" of colour to taper properly.

As for the SP5,...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 10:07
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
It's going to single seat as Sue has decided that...

It's going to single seat as Sue has decided that the 888 is too much like a funfair ride, alright in short doses:o
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 09:33
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Here's the alternative SP4/SPS scheme with the...

Here's the alternative SP4/SPS scheme with the number board. Mich' and Agip logos.

[Edited on 13-10-2005 by rob41b]
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Oct-2005, 09:30
Replies: 50
Views: 11,126
Posted By Rob B
Time for the respray - which scheme do you like best?

I am sending the panels off the the painter today and I was having the last minute doubts about either cloning the 888 SP4 look or the, much more subtle, (in my view) 1992 851 look.

The bike will...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 12-Oct-2005, 18:30
Replies: 9
Views: 1,966
Posted By Rob B
Noth'in to beat it. Well done, enjoy it while the...

Noth'in to beat it. Well done, enjoy it while the Indian summer lasts.

Rgds, Rob
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