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Forum: 999 / 749 29-Sep-2004, 18:16
Replies: 22
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Posted By khu996
I didnt think about the warranty...its got a year...

I didnt think about the warranty...its got a year to go. Can I wait until I get to 6k or will it HAVE to be done 12 months from registration? Will that mean it'll have to be a main dealer service? :(
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Sep-2004, 13:14
Replies: 22
Views: 10,621
Posted By khu996
Thanks ScottyB :D It has had its first service,...

Thanks ScottyB :D

It has had its first service, but It'll be 12 months old in October, so is gonna need its second service. Anybody know how much this second service is likely to cost? Im not gonna...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Sep-2004, 21:15
Replies: 22
Views: 10,621
Posted By khu996
Its a Bip, and its had its oil cooler...

Its a Bip, and its had its oil cooler recall.
Anyone have any pointers on what I should be looking out for?
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Sep-2004, 00:19
Replies: 22
Views: 10,621
Posted By khu996
Yeah, I got that feeling with the news of the new...

Yeah, I got that feeling with the news of the new 999. But the bike Im going to look at is a 53 registered bog standard 749 with 1600 miles on the clock, one owner, excellent condition. With the...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Sep-2004, 22:21
Replies: 22
Views: 10,621
Posted By khu996
Buying tips for 749...please help! UPDATED! I got it!

Hi all,

I started a similar thread in the forum for the older bikes when I was going to see a 996, and this weekend Im off to see a 749!

Apart from issues common to both series of models, is there...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Sep-2004, 19:23
Replies: 1
Views: 1,224
Posted By khu996
Look forward to seeing them! :D

Look forward to seeing them! :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Sep-2004, 18:30
Replies: 12
Views: 2,377
Posted By khu996
Plenty of knowledgable people on here mate, all...

Plenty of knowledgable people on here mate, all willing to help, you can get all the advice you need.

Go for it...I am too! :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2004, 22:30
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Had a look at the 996 this afternoon (what a...

Had a look at the 996 this afternoon (what a stunning day for it!), and was fortunate enough to have Weeksy and Harv748 from the board to pop over with me.

My first time on a Duke was nearly a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2004, 14:41
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Good on ya Weeksy...Im getting quite confident...

Good on ya Weeksy...Im getting quite confident now!
Im glad Im not waiting any longer...been putting it off for years, but now its time!

And its yellow :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2004, 01:18
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Can anyone suggest what I might/should pay for...

Can anyone suggest what I might/should pay for the bike Im going to see? it'd be good to have some idea of price. I know that it all depends on condition and such....bust still....:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 21:04
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
I read about that wiring problem...thats one of...

I read about that wiring problem...thats one of the first things Im gonna check on the new bike! Im looking to make this purchase right, coz Im intending to keep it for a very long time :P

Don't...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 18:31
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
So...I can look forward to another 20k without...

So...I can look forward to another 20k without any problems, as long as I service it regularly, and look after it? :cool:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 15:39
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
With all the help here, looks like I might not...

With all the help here, looks like I might not make a cock up, and actually buy the right bike!
Gonna give Baines a call now, see what they can tell me...:)

I know Monty said that 11k is isnt a high...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 10:50
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
What can I say? I appreciate the offer mate. Im...

What can I say? I appreciate the offer mate.

Im just worried that my first foray into Ducati ownership is gonna end up with me buying a dud, and spending the next couple of months (wages!) sorting...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 10:25
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Cheers...will have a look. What problems did you...

Cheers...will have a look.

What problems did you guys encounter when you bought your first Ducati? Anyone buy a lemon and learn from their mistake?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 01:25
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Cornerspeed is a little too far for me, JHP would...

Cornerspeed is a little too far for me, JHP would probably be easier to get to. Havent heard anything about KJ Performace, cant find their website either...

In answer to skidlids, the Baines 12k...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 20:55
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Do Baines and On Yer Bike keep service...

Do Baines and On Yer Bike keep service records...ie. will I be able to verify with them that the bike has had the rockers examined? Its worth giving them a call I guess...

I've read very good things...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 20:09
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Thanks for the offer Clippy. Its increasingly...

Thanks for the offer Clippy. Its increasingly likely that I'll be popping down on Sunday to look at it now.

The seller emailed me back, and said he thinks that they were checked and were OK. Would...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 19:23
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Apparently the 12k service was done by Baines at...

Apparently the 12k service was done by Baines at Silverstone (a track day?). Im gonna mail him and ask about the rockers now.

Horror stories about electrical problems and belts breaking have kept me...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 18:59
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Termis it is then! Nothing beats that...

Termis it is then! Nothing beats that rumble!:lol:
Being that the mileage is now at 11k, what things am I looking at shelling out for in the near future (bearing in mind that the 12k service was done...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 18:44
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
The seller has sent me some high res pics, and it...

The seller has sent me some high res pics, and it does look good, he does have the receipts for the repair. He says he's changed the oil himself loads of times, whether this is a good or bad thing, I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 16:53
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
The only two things I was concerned about were...

The only two things I was concerned about were the repair job after the low side, and the fact that it hasnt been ridden in two years, so will probably need a service as soon as I get it. The mileage...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 11:57
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Yeah, I'll pop into OYB at the same time. This...

Yeah, I'll pop into OYB at the same time. This private sale is a bit cheaper than the retail prices at OYB. What do you think about the bike as described in the eBay listing? Any opinions?

Its...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 10:24
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Thanks for the guide Shazaam. So many things to...

Thanks for the guide Shazaam. So many things to check!
Im from Swansea, and am going to Aylesbury to see the bike on Saturday, I dont know if its asking too much for someone to come along with me?!...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 01:06
Replies: 41
Views: 6,748
Posted By khu996
Top 5 buying tips for 996

Hi all,

Im new to the board, and going to see my first Ducati on Saturday. Its a 1999 Yellow 996 with 11k on the clock. Its the one listed on eBay...
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