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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2003, 23:51
Replies: 10
Views: 3,105
Posted By Lee1980
Loose haed bearings

How do you tell? My 748s has done 400 miles so far. When manuvering backwards and forward at home you can hear a knocking noise when the front brake is applied.

When travelling slow speed feels...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 23:45
Replies: 4
Views: 1,516
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks for replies

I had a hornet before that had the same size rear but the more common 120/70/17
instead of the 748s 120/60/17.

I used to run 42 rear and 36 front.

I'll see what mine are tommorow, the tyres...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 23:36
Replies: 19
Views: 3,283
Posted By Lee1980
Thank you again

Shazaam you must know everything there is to know about bikes.

Thanks

Lee1980;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 20:32
Replies: 4
Views: 1,516
Posted By Lee1980
Tyre pressures

I know this has already been asked a few times, I was out in the rain today on my 748s ( shock horror a Ducati out in the rain) with the standard pirelli tyres (dragon evo corsas I think)

Felt...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 20:17
Replies: 19
Views: 3,283
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks Shazaam

I will try it in the morning with out it as well. Does the bikes cpu know it is cold and adjust according to the temperature?

Thanks

Lee1980;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 00:47
Replies: 19
Views: 3,283
Posted By Lee1980
Fast idle button

I have a 748s with the little click on fast idle button and I always use mine in the morning.

After 8-9 hours at work the bike is uncovered outside it starts without the fast idle button, no...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 00:38
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
So it could be anything from £99-450. I'm...

So it could be anything from £99-450.

I'm almost to scared to phone them and ask now, I'll wait till the end of the month, pay day. Perhaps then I won't s*%t me self when he tells me...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Oct-2003, 14:42
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
The Dealer is Riders of Bristol, they have not...

The Dealer is Riders of Bristol, they have not quoted a price yet. So it may be a good price was just wondering if there was a reason for taking it in earlier, Everton's post suggests later.

I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 23:02
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
Jacko sounds a bit more promising, will wait till...

Jacko sounds a bit more promising, will wait till I'm on about 550 miles then take it in.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 22:46
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
Just had a look in the service book and its all...

Just had a look in the service book and its all the usaul check and lubricate and change oil+ filter etc.

Only few things more than the Honda I had before and that cost £36 pound for parts, free...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 21:11
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
Shheeesshh £375-450

I was hoping about £100-£200, Tottos £40 sounds even better.

I'll have to ask what my locals price is, best save me pennies.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 20:26
Replies: 19
Views: 3,153
Posted By Lee1980
First Service

Coming up to 400 miles on my 748s and this is when the sales man recommended I take it in for the first service.

The book says a 1000km about 640miles is it beneficial to take it in earlier?

What...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Oct-2003, 20:23
Replies: 11
Views: 2,108
Posted By Lee1980
Just got a e-mail reply from Meta regarding...

Just got a e-mail reply from Meta regarding thatcham requirements see below:-

>Good morning,

Thank you for your e-mail regarding the magnetic reed switch.

The switch is fitted to either the seat...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Oct-2003, 00:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,108
Posted By Lee1980
Nigel, My mates R6 used to be like that one...

Nigel,

My mates R6 used to be like that one touch and off it goes. This Meta one needs a good shake or to be stood upright.

I'll let you know how I get on.

Mines right in the middle so...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Oct-2003, 22:12
Replies: 11
Views: 2,108
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks Nelly, Thats what i thought as my mate...

Thanks Nelly,

Thats what i thought as my mate had an R6 with a Datatool alarm and there was a microswitch on the pillion seat.

Was worried when I first got bike but thought at least the seat is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Oct-2003, 20:25
Replies: 11
Views: 2,108
Posted By Lee1980
Its monted on the plastic under tray, its tiny...

Its monted on the plastic under tray, its tiny but looks well installed wiring wise, but the siren part could be filled with foam or something then the bike is carried off.

Can't see it being...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Oct-2003, 20:06
Replies: 11
Views: 2,108
Posted By Lee1980
Re: Seat lock

Is there much point in it as it can be opened with your hand not using the key.

Or maybe its just mine, anybody elses do this?

Another thing is that my Meta 357t v2 does not go off if the seat is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Oct-2003, 14:30
Replies: 16
Views: 2,972
Posted By Lee1980
Mine was drilled and now seems fine. I like the...

Mine was drilled and now seems fine. I like the shape as well with the little lip bent up on the end.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Sep-2003, 21:07
Replies: 10
Views: 2,955
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks guys

Thanks for the replies guys, and the pics Old yella.

I'll get down to Do-it all when I can and see what they got.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2003, 21:24
Replies: 10
Views: 2,955
Posted By Lee1980
Radiator damage

Only had my 748s two days 90 miles on the clock and got two dents in the fins on the rad from stones.

Is there a guard avaliable, does it work well and not stop the air flow?

A bit late now, will...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2003, 14:09
Replies: 5
Views: 1,638
Posted By Lee1980
Good thinking Nigel, I best save some stencils...

Good thinking Nigel, I best save some stencils for the new bits as well.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2003, 00:29
Replies: 5
Views: 1,638
Posted By Lee1980
As I thought

No holes in frame, will try some places suggested and look for others,

Thanks Guys

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Sep-2003, 19:42
Replies: 5
Views: 1,638
Posted By Lee1980
Datatag

I have a datatag kit which wasn't used on my previous bike and I'm getting a 748s, Anyone installed one on theirs, been looking at pics to see where the transponders can be dropped into...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Sep-2003, 01:04
Replies: 16
Views: 2,972
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks for replies guys

Another question answered thanks to the message board. I'm sure there will be more when I get the bike.

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Sep-2003, 14:51
Replies: 16
Views: 2,972
Posted By Lee1980
Re: Ducati Performance hugger

Dealer said as standard the hugger is only held on by two bolts on the left so it flaps about a bit.

He recommnded a small hole and screw into the swingarm on the right side.

Anyone else had this...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 22:09
Replies: 11
Views: 2,050
Posted By Lee1980
Thank you Neil

Will get the frame number tommorow if I can. Then check it out.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 16:04
Replies: 11
Views: 2,050
Posted By Lee1980
Anyone got the number and person to speak to at...

Anyone got the number and person to speak to at Ducati Uk regarding official frame numbers?

Haven't got the frame number yet though

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 14:27
Replies: 11
Views: 2,050
Posted By Lee1980
I'm getting a bit worried now, he said...

I'm getting a bit worried now, he said headlight and speedo will be changed.

Dealer is Riders of Bristol.


Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 12:11
Replies: 11
Views: 2,050
Posted By Lee1980
Re: Official bikes

I'm buying my 748s from an offical dealer.

Just phoned to check how they are getting on etc. He says they are changing headlight and speedo as it has Italian ones on it and Ducati send them by...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Sep-2003, 00:26
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Hi Antonye, Got what I expected to get the first...

Hi Antonye,

Got what I expected to get the first time I went up there. The salemans man on Saturday was totally different to the first one.

He gave me £500 less for my p/x and no extras like the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2003, 20:41
Replies: 3
Views: 1,521
Posted By Lee1980
Side stand switch

The 748s i'm getting is a 2002 so will not start with the sidestand down is it easy to modify?

Dealer says he'll have a word with workshop guys and see if it can be done.

Anyone else had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2003, 16:48
Replies: 9
Views: 1,798
Posted By Lee1980
Which on gives the best protection?

Not to concerned about how it looks, so which gives the best protection the largest one I guess.

Seen the tecmoto one and ripsnorting one and the tecmoto one seems to cover the tyre more. Anyone...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2003, 16:05
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Yeah! Finally put down a deposit

Put down a deposit on a grey 748s mono this morning at Riders of Bristol.

Had the test ride on a grey biposto and on the way back had a go on his 749s with a carbon termignoni can.

Still liked the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2003, 20:46
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Hi, Antonye Really want a new one, and insurance...

Hi, Antonye

Really want a new one, and insurance on the S is steep enough.

Will see what I can get into the deal, just seen in MCN that Onyerbike are doing them for £8500, so will ask if they will...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2003, 14:44
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Went to Fowlers and got £500 more for p/x. He...

Went to Fowlers and got £500 more for p/x. He had the little book they use, the same one the guy used at Ducati dealer.

This was on a £7000 cbr600rr. £500 less on a £8700 748s.

Thinking of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 14:13
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Thanks for Replying antonye, I still like the...

Thanks for Replying antonye,

I still like the 748s in grey, but am put off by what my dealer is offering, as he dosen't seem to want to give anything in with deal even paying full list.

Gonna...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2003, 20:44
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
I\'m still thinking

Got everything else sorted, insurance price for p/x etc, just need to decide.

Alaways wanted one, but could get a new ~Cbr600rr for less.

Help!

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2003, 22:28
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Its not pre-registered as the one they have in is...

Its not pre-registered as the one they have in is sold, they said theres about 3-4 left back in the ware house.

I think they see it as they will sell what ever, now they have stopped making...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2003, 14:44
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Yeah it is new

It's A new 2002 748s in Ti-grey with red wheels. He says as they are no longer being made they will go quick etc.

Might try the free first service route as well.

Thanks

Lee1980 ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2003, 14:10
Replies: 36
Views: 7,485
Posted By Lee1980
Decided to take the plunge!

Everthings sorted now just got to agree a price now. I'm after a new 748s, price of £8700 dealer won't budge on it.

I'm hoping to get the alarm or a hugger thrown in but not...
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