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Forum: 999 / 749 23-Jul-2004, 12:54
Replies: 13
Views: 2,596
Posted By Loz
Right. After 3k miles, my 999S needs a new back...

Right. After 3k miles, my 999S needs a new back tyre. The OE was Michelin Sport Cups, with a 190/50 at the back. I am opting for a 180/55 to replace it and will report back with my findings...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Jul-2004, 17:48
Replies: 7
Views: 1,495
Posted By Loz
My 999S stalls occasionally, even with the engine...

My 999S stalls occasionally, even with the engine hot. Seems to be a fact of life, you have to factor that in when deciding whether it's safe to pull out into the traffic. :(

I'd get the cause of...
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Jul-2004, 08:28
Replies: 12
Views: 2,853
Posted By Loz
I'll testify that adjusting the gear lever to the...

I'll testify that adjusting the gear lever to the correct position, and making sure the chain tension is right, will reduce the number of missed gear changes. They are very rare now!
:smug:
Still get...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 20:24
Replies: 31
Views: 3,862
Posted By Loz
MV Agusta owners must be laughing their a$$es...

MV Agusta owners must be laughing their a$$es off!

Damned peculiar. :)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 06-Jul-2004, 17:40
Replies: 8
Views: 3,402
Posted By Loz
Well, it wouldn't be right to advertise CMWs here...

Well, it wouldn't be right to advertise CMWs here on the SSs message board, would it, Paul?

;)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 06-Jul-2004, 09:50
Replies: 8
Views: 3,402
Posted By Loz
And the answer is ...

... the oil leak was not based on the previous fault I had - o-rings - it was a case of the "clutch cover bolts not being tight".:puzzled::puzzled::puzzled:

Don't ask me how they got loose, I never...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Jul-2004, 19:20
Replies: 6
Views: 1,864
Posted By Loz
Just fitted mine to my 999S(BP). The holes on the...

Just fitted mine to my 999S(BP). The holes on the bracket didn't quite match up to the sub frame holes - missed it by about a mm - and I won't tell you what I did to make it fit. Also, the supplied...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Jul-2004, 17:40
Replies: 25
Views: 5,227
Posted By Loz
Strictly from a road standpoint (and IMO), the...

Strictly from a road standpoint (and IMO), the 749S has more than ample performance from the engine and suspension standpoints. I suppose the main thing that sold me on the bigger bike (and has...
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Jul-2004, 22:56
Replies: 25
Views: 5,227
Posted By Loz
I own a 999S and a 750 Sport. I've ridden a 749S,...

I own a 999S and a 750 Sport. I've ridden a 749S, a Numptystrada and a Monster 800. The 749S was superb, the Monster was grin-inducing and the MS made me laugh (but not in an entirely good way).
I...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 30-Jun-2004, 18:41
Replies: 8
Views: 3,402
Posted By Loz
Nelly & Ali Thanks for the advice! I won't be...

Nelly & Ali
Thanks for the advice! I won't be doing the job myself unless all else fails (I hate mechanicking almost as much as I hate decorating!). Bike booked in for 5 July for 2-3 days, looks like...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2004, 23:59
Replies: 8
Views: 3,402
Posted By Loz
Oil Leak - Rear Cylinder - SORTED!

My 750 Sport (a 2001 model) has just under 15000 miles on it and has been prone to leak oil from the rear cyl - it's done this from new. It's been repaired by the dealer twice - both times under...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Jun-2004, 00:13
Replies: 12
Views: 2,853
Posted By Loz
Yeah, I usually miss a couple of changes in the...

Yeah, I usually miss a couple of changes in the course of a 80 mile blat. Most disconcerting.
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 22-Jun-2004, 22:14
Replies: 11
Views: 4,582
Posted By Loz
My own experience ... I own a 750 Sport (2V), a...

My own experience ...
I own a 750 Sport (2V), a 999S and I did a long test ride a 749S a little while ago. The 750 Sport is, to be blunt, gutless compared to the 749, let alone the 999. Compare that...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jun-2004, 20:50
Replies: 21
Views: 3,942
Posted By Loz
Is there anything in the world that cannot be...

Is there anything in the world that cannot be fixed with a good heavy hammer and a pair of mullgrips? (And maybe an impact driver, too)
:bouncy:
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-Jun-2004, 09:09
Replies: 5
ST3
Views: 2,954
Posted By Loz
Heh. Nice work by that orthodontist. :lol:

Heh. Nice work by that orthodontist. :lol:
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Jun-2004, 09:02
Replies: 10
Views: 3,073
Posted By Loz
Just when you think you've seen everything...

Just when you think you've seen everything ...
:roll:
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2004, 18:32
Replies: 10
Views: 3,073
Posted By Loz
Couldn't agree more.

Couldn't agree more.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2004, 09:00
Replies: 25
Views: 4,289
Posted By Loz
So, this dealer ... is he your Dad? ;)

So, this dealer ... is he your Dad? ;)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 09-Jun-2004, 08:48
Replies: 6
Views: 2,132
Posted By Loz
Thanks for the suggestions, guys! Do they still...

Thanks for the suggestions, guys!

Do they still make 010's? I thought they'd been replaced by the 014.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2004, 07:27
Replies: 10
Views: 3,073
Posted By Loz
I don't know where they come from but I've seen...

I don't know where they come from but I've seen two types. Fairing mounted one on stalks (ugly) and dinky little end-bar mounted ones (looks kind of quirky, but OK). The trouble with the latter type...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 08-Jun-2004, 14:39
Replies: 6
Views: 2,132
Posted By Loz
Tyres for a 750 Sport

A (nearly) major moment this afternoon on a tight left-hander has prompted me to ask what tyres folks recommend for their 750.
I have BT020s front and back. The front has plenty of wear left after...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jun-2004, 13:03
Replies: 6
Views: 1,468
Posted By Loz
Great stuff, that! I used to have an XJ900F that...

Great stuff, that! I used to have an XJ900F that was made out of liquid metal!
:lol:

(OK, slight exaggeration!)
:)
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Jun-2004, 11:57
Replies: 4
Views: 1,810
Posted By Loz
Bike Magazine reported on this problem, many...

Bike Magazine reported on this problem, many months ago, when they ran the monoposto around their 460 mile test route. There has been no further report on this issue from Bike, although they...
Forum: 999 / 749 29-May-2004, 16:50
Replies: 10
Views: 3,895
Posted By Loz
Sorry, I thought you wanted the standard...

Sorry, I thought you wanted the standard settings!

My own settings will be even less to use to you, as the front feels soft to me as standard!
Forum: 999 / 749 29-May-2004, 13:56
Replies: 10
Views: 3,895
Posted By Loz
Standard settings per the Owner's Manual...

Standard settings per the Owner's Manual ...

Compression 10 clicks from fully screwed in
Rebound 12 clicks
Preload 10mm

There's no charge for this service :P
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-May-2004, 17:53
Replies: 17
Views: 2,094
Posted By Loz
Don't you bl00dy dare, Paul!!!! :flame: Get a...

Don't you bl00dy dare, Paul!!!! :flame:

Get a Viagro 535 instead! :roll:
Forum: 999 / 749 21-May-2004, 18:34
Replies: 9
Views: 2,193
Posted By Loz
Yikes. There's a character in BBC TV's "The...

Yikes. There's a character in BBC TV's "The Fast Show" called "Unlucky Alf". You could use a picture of him as your avatar!

Seriously, I'm really sorry to hear your 999 has been such a grief to you....
Forum: 999 / 749 21-May-2004, 18:26
Replies: 15
Views: 4,270
Posted By Loz
Thanks for that, Ned. It's best to find these...

Thanks for that, Ned. It's best to find these things out. Sorry you had to be the guinea pig! :roll:
Forum: 999 / 749 21-May-2004, 18:24
Replies: 14
Views: 3,834
Posted By Loz
Although my 999S frame number was in the target...

Although my 999S frame number was in the target zone, I have a Toyo oil cooler already, so no replacement required! This was confirmed by the dealer today.
Yippee!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-May-2004, 19:31
Replies: 10
Views: 2,954
Posted By Loz
Wow. I only upped the compression damping on the...

Wow. I only upped the compression damping on the rear shock by a single click. It's a different bike! I'll make sure that the improvement isn't solely in my head, then see what another click will...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-May-2004, 08:32
Replies: 9
Views: 3,020
Posted By Loz
I know I have a 750 Sport, not an SL, but my disc...

I know I have a 750 Sport, not an SL, but my disc holder is mounted on the mirror bracket behind the fairing. The disc itself is visible through the screen. Maybe that would work for an SL?
It does...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-May-2004, 20:50
Replies: 6
Views: 2,445
Posted By Loz
Well, of course he will! :D But I have to...

Well, of course he will! :D

But I have to justify the extra money I spent, don't I? ;)

Mind you ... those Ohlins ... aahhh ... (Homer moment ...)
Forum: 999 / 749 15-May-2004, 14:25
Replies: 6
Views: 2,445
Posted By Loz
I don't know of any specific sites for searching...

I don't know of any specific sites for searching for a 999 - I won't recommend Ebay :) Maybe the good folks of DSC will keep an eye and an ear out for you.
The 999 new in the UK is about £11250,...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-May-2004, 09:19
Replies: 6
Views: 2,445
Posted By Loz
Rick_916 You will get some great advice from the...

Rick_916
You will get some great advice from the folks here, but I'll add my thrupenny bit: make sure the 999 you buy is a 999S. The extra cash it costs will save you asking yourself a month later,...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-May-2004, 08:54
Replies: 20
Views: 4,732
Posted By Loz
750Sport & 999S

I've got one of each and love both dearly.
I was about to post to say "I know which one I prefer!", but yesterday I was in two minds about which one to ride to work ... I chose the 750!
I still...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-May-2004, 14:58
Replies: 14
Views: 3,834
Posted By Loz
Logyk & Alan E

Thanks for the heads-up here. I've had no problem so far, but I phoned my garage anyway. They inform me that my 999S will need this work. When I think of what might have happened ... :(

Thanks again!
Forum: Tyres 10-May-2004, 14:21
Replies: 9
Views: 2,762
Posted By Loz
I'm pretty sure that warranty and/or...

I'm pretty sure that warranty and/or insurance issues make swapping to a 180 unwise.
For myself, call me chicken, but I prefer the feel of road-rubber to side-wall, every time! :lol:
Seriously,...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-May-2004, 20:42
Replies: 0
Views: 2,020
Posted By Loz
750 Sport - Front Sprocket

Hey Gang
I've run my 750 Sport with a 14 tooth front sprocket for several months now (it previously had a 15 tooth). My impressions are very different from my expectations:
MPG: Economy went...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-May-2004, 20:15
Replies: 10
Views: 2,954
Posted By Loz
Psychlist, thanks for your comments and...

Psychlist, thanks for your comments and observations. I occasionally carry a passenger, but not very often.
I will start with upping the pre-load - at 13 st, I'm not hugely heavy but it's...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-May-2004, 22:27
Replies: 10
Views: 2,954
Posted By Loz
\'01 750 Sport - Handling

Hi, gang.
My 2001 750 Sport, 14000 miles, is handling a bit daggy at the moment. Slightly unstable on fast sweepies and slightly wallowy in sharper corners. Does a "rocking horse" impression at...
Forum: Monsters 06-May-2004, 20:22
Replies: 6
Views: 3,660
Posted By Loz
Poor starting in the wet ...

I am no mechanic so I shouldn't butt-in, but my old Suzuki GT750A often had problems in the wet until I replaced the HT leads. Hope that helps.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-May-2004, 20:13
Replies: 17
Views: 3,410
Posted By Loz
I use ProClean and ProDegreaser. Just discovered...

I use ProClean and ProDegreaser. Just discovered these products after years of doing it all the hard way (disassembling the bike and loading it in the washing machine). :P
My 999S looks really good...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-May-2004, 19:11
Replies: 15
Views: 4,270
Posted By Loz
Fuel Tank

Speaking of decent range and fuel tanks, does Ducati do a larger size tank for the 999S in standard trim rather than carbon fibre? There's no mention of such in my DP catalogue.
Not that I have...
Forum: 999 / 749 01-May-2004, 17:36
Replies: 4
Views: 2,558
Posted By Loz
I've had the odd problem with my clock: EOBD...

I've had the odd problem with my clock: EOBD light coming on, speedo lagging behind when I speed up or slow down. Nothing too naughty, and if it occurs before starting the engine, switching off...
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