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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 15:49
Replies: 13
Views: 2,443
Posted By Mr_S
There was a thread on here a month or so ago with...

There was a thread on here a month or so ago with all the chip codes on them and what they should have been fitted to.

In fact it's...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 13:35
Replies: 12
Views: 2,572
Posted By Mr_S
Deej As Jen's already said other than servicing...

Deej

As Jen's already said other than servicing there's not a lot else to think about. But...with Jap bikes, you can be a little more relaxed about servicing, but with a Duc, you really do want to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Sep-2004, 20:59
Replies: 4
Views: 1,661
Posted By Mr_S
Cheers Guys, did the job today with an Abba stand...

Cheers Guys, did the job today with an Abba stand borrowed from Bradders. Tempted to buy one now

Also set the rear ride height at the same time (it was way out!!).

Just got the forks to do now when...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 17:01
Replies: 9
Views: 1,727
Posted By Mr_S
As I understand the whole power/torque thing,...

As I understand the whole power/torque thing, it's not so much the BHP as the torque you should be looking at.

The higher the torque figure the better the acceleration for a similarly geared bike,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 14:04
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By Mr_S
Spoke to Alan Hesselden today, and have opted for...

Spoke to Alan Hesselden today, and have opted for him for 2 reasons

1. He's 5 mins from my house and cheap as chips

2. He'll do his best to get them done in time for TA3!!

OK, 3 reasons

Now just...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 13:59
Replies: 22
Views: 3,480
Posted By Mr_S
Had a couple of nasty experiences with the...

Had a couple of nasty experiences with the screwdriver trick though, in one case, the filter just tore round and I had to drift it out gently (took forever and what a mess). So I try to avoid this...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 11:16
Replies: 4
Views: 1,661
Posted By Mr_S
Shock Swap

Shiny Ohlins rear on it's way to me, so got to prep for the swap out.

In the past I've done this on a bike with fixed pegs and used axle stands to keep it in the air, since I've still got the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2004, 01:01
Replies: 22
Views: 3,480
Posted By Mr_S
Bradders, Have you got the oil filter removal...

Bradders,
Have you got the oil filter removal tool? If so how pricey was it.

I Changed my oil & filter last week after Silverstone, and the filter was a swine to get out with a strap wrench.

Nearly...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 17:16
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By Mr_S
After ringing around K-Tech are about 50% of...

After ringing around K-Tech are about 50% of Maxtons price and can do the job in under a week so, it looks like they'll get he business.

I've another set of forks arriving in a week or so if anyone...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Aug-2004, 09:44
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By Mr_S
Didn't make Popham, my parents turned up from...

Didn't make Popham, my parents turned up from Stoke, so got stuck at home :flame:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Aug-2004, 17:31
Replies: 1
Views: 2,485
Posted By Mr_S
I'm looking at getting some forks rebuilt at the...

I'm looking at getting some forks rebuilt at the moment.

Can you tell me how long he took, and what he charged?

Thanks

Jason
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Aug-2004, 17:13
Replies: 8
Views: 2,085
Posted By Mr_S
Fork Rebuild - Who\'s best??

I've obtained a spare set of forks, and was thinking of getting them rebuilt with new springs, valves etc before fitting them, so the question is who's best to do the work?

I'm considering Maxton at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2004, 23:08
Replies: 13
Views: 3,598
Posted By Mr_S
Rip the dowel out with a set of molegrips. Makes...

Rip the dowel out with a set of molegrips.

Makes a hell of a difference being able to adjust the levers.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 23:36
Replies: 6
Views: 1,791
Posted By Mr_S
41mm then is what you'll be needing. If you can...

41mm then is what you'll be needing. If you can borrow one with the shoulders machined down you're less likely to slip off the nut as it's quite shallow.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 20:55
Replies: 6
Views: 1,791
Posted By Mr_S
Have a look at the file here, it's the one I used...

Have a look at the file here, it's the one I used and it's well written.

I'd recommend reading it through first though, as the allen key needed to remove the cush rubbers isn't mentioned in the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Aug-2004, 15:56
Replies: 13
Views: 3,034
Posted By Mr_S
tell me more.... Been toying with the idea of...

tell me more....

Been toying with the idea of one of these for a while, and this weather's making me come back to the idea
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Aug-2004, 13:46
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By Mr_S
Mine's from AJ Racing.

Mine's from AJ Racing.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Aug-2004, 11:13
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By Mr_S
Yep, tapped holes, so NyLoc's aren't an...

Yep, tapped holes, so NyLoc's aren't an option.

If Loctite 222 doesn't work, I'm getting a set of bolts drilled for wirelocking and going down that route instead, although it kinda defeats the quick...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Aug-2004, 23:51
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By Mr_S
Even with threadlock on I'm finding mine loose...

Even with threadlock on I'm finding mine loose every 500 miles or so. Very paranoid about checking them at the moment.

I'm now on Loctite 222 to hold the bu&&ers in.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Aug-2004, 23:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,595
Posted By Mr_S
30" breaker bar and a foot on the rear brake...

30" breaker bar and a foot on the rear brake works for me.

If you need more to get it off, then it's probably overtorqued using a windy gun. If you consider most common bike workshop torque wrenches...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Aug-2004, 09:55
Replies: 9
Views: 2,852
Posted By Mr_S
I've used Carbon Trader before, I replaced the...

I've used Carbon Trader before, I replaced the tatty Termi stickers on my cans with a new set from them.

And I just ordered a new set of fasteners, £28... Billy Bargain that is, although I don't...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Aug-2004, 22:43
Replies: 4
Views: 2,279
Posted By Mr_S
Because I've only had the bike for the past 3500...

Because I've only had the bike for the past 3500 miles, and don't know how well it's been treated for the other 12,000 other than the stamps in the service book..

I suppose the question should have...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Aug-2004, 19:31
Replies: 4
Views: 2,279
Posted By Mr_S
Engine Flush

I'm going to do an oil & filter change on the bike this week, and I'm wondering if it's worth using an engine flush product to clear out the oilways etc.

What's the opinion on these, professional...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Aug-2004, 14:03
Replies: 48
Views: 9,875
Posted By Mr_S
Rattler, Where'd you get the pre-preg in black...

Rattler,

Where'd you get the pre-preg in black from?

Cheers

JS
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Aug-2004, 00:50
Replies: 3
Views: 1,551
Posted By Mr_S
Is that the new mouldy magnesium rim???

Is that the new mouldy magnesium rim???
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Aug-2004, 01:36
Replies: 7
Views: 1,989
Posted By Mr_S
Err, no. I'm running 14/40 and still saw over...

Err, no.

I'm running 14/40 and still saw over 140 today.

Private road of course.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Aug-2004, 17:27
Replies: 12
Views: 2,997
Posted By Mr_S
Here's the test...

Here's the test details

http://www.motuk.co.uk/manual/mc_contents.htm

The plate is a non test item and you cannot be failed for it being too small. It doesn't even need to be present.

If they fail...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Aug-2004, 12:23
Replies: 2
Views: 2,536
Posted By Mr_S
I've seen a few complete units go through Ebay...

I've seen a few complete units go through Ebay for around £300

Ducati do a complete conversion kit £££££

I got all the bits together via ebay except the brackets (dealer) and did the whole thing...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2004, 23:39
Replies: 25
Views: 3,268
Posted By Mr_S
The link doesn't go anywhere....

The link doesn't go anywhere....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2004, 23:03
Replies: 25
Views: 3,268
Posted By Mr_S
How'd you find the new gearing?

How'd you find the new gearing?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Aug-2004, 22:59
Replies: 25
Views: 4,343
Posted By Mr_S
Termi's, FIM Chip, Filter & Dyno setup (TP...

Termi's, FIM Chip, Filter & Dyno setup (TP reset, chip reprogramming etc):D

Radial M/Cylinder, HEL Brake lines HH Pads :D :D

Adjusted levers, stuck Diablo's on, and a single seat unit (easily good...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Aug-2004, 17:38
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Mr_S
The Ducati Desmoquattro Performance Handbook has...

The Ducati Desmoquattro Performance Handbook has a photo of one fitted on p125.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/0760312362/qid=1091461085/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl/026-7886627-2744464

Doesn't...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Aug-2004, 11:20
Replies: 6
Views: 2,347
Posted By Mr_S
This seems a bit more...

This seems a bit more reasonable

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=9919&item=2485929990&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Aug-2004, 14:16
Replies: 25
Views: 3,268
Posted By Mr_S
You do have to fit the carrier first though....

You do have to fit the carrier first though....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Jul-2004, 15:37
Replies: 25
Views: 3,268
Posted By Mr_S
It's a breaker and rivetter in the same kit, and...

It's a breaker and rivetter in the same kit, and came to £30 is all in. I bought one too, as my sprockets look a bit tired and I fancy lowering the gearing a bit.

Nattyboy,
do you have a kit for a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jul-2004, 00:53
Replies: 7
Views: 2,359
Posted By Mr_S
I've got one of these...

I've got one of these

http://www.speedbleeder.com :D

fitted to each caliper now, makes bleeding a breeze

But for the rear, I also unbolt the caliper from it's mount and move it to the top of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jul-2004, 12:20
Replies: 7
Views: 1,855
Posted By Mr_S
Which colour did you go for Conker, Steel...

Which colour did you go for Conker, Steel Grey?

I can't see any black on there, which is what I want....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Jul-2004, 00:33
Replies: 3
Views: 2,478
Posted By Mr_S
Order them direct instead, the stainless steel...

Order them direct instead, the stainless steel ones from the US work out cheaper than the standard ones from DT's, even with postage :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jul-2004, 10:57
Replies: 36
Views: 5,044
Posted By Mr_S
Don't bother with a MityVac just yet ( as they're...

Don't bother with a MityVac just yet ( as they're a bit pricey)

Try these http://www.speedbleeder.com They're dead cheap, and I'm their newest fan.

I've fitted one to my rear caliper, bled the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Jul-2004, 10:53
Replies: 3
Views: 2,478
Posted By Mr_S
In answer to my own question, I fitted the one I...

In answer to my own question, I fitted the one I had to the rear caliper, and

It's bl@@dy marvellous, bleeding the system through is an absolute breeze, and without any need to mess about with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jul-2004, 13:26
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
Someone must have cocked up the quote then, as...

Someone must have cocked up the quote then, as when I asked they said, no extra charge...

May get this done with the 853 build though.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jul-2004, 11:36
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
Steady now, no friday morning fighting...

Steady now, no friday morning fighting

:lol::lol::lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 18:16
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
:bouncy: Lot's of passionate opinion in here...

:bouncy:

Lot's of passionate opinion in here today! Which is great, probably partly my own fault for not explaining the current state of the bike to begin with.


I'm on the lookout for a set of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 16:46
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
sound and fair advice, but time & location...

sound and fair advice, but time & location prevents me from more track time, as I'm not welcome at my nearest circuit (Goodwood) since I successfully sued them, and the next nearest that allows track...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 16:02
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
Suspension setup already booked @ MH Racing next...

Suspension setup already booked @ MH Racing next weekend

FIM Chip, filters etc already fitted and dyno'd (853 coming soon)

http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/dyno.jpg :D

Done CSS, and Advanced...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 13:48
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
Forgot to mention, already have 45mm termi's...

Forgot to mention, already have 45mm termi's fitted.

Jason
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 13:26
Replies: 20
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr_S
50mm Termi\'s or Slipper Clutch???

Ok, quarterly commission coming soon, and not sure what to spend it on for my 748 it's a choice between

50mm half system (Carbon or Ti, tbd )

or

Slipper Clutch

Prices are about the same, so...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2004, 13:19
Replies: 6
Views: 1,861
Posted By Mr_S
Here you go, I don't bother zipping it up as it...

Here you go, I don't bother zipping it up as it only saves about half a meg.

http://www.chathamclose.com/ducati.pdf

If you prefer ftp u2u me for the details
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2004, 17:51
Replies: 3
Views: 2,478
Posted By Mr_S
Speedbleeders

Anyone used these before? I think Demon Tweeks sell them

I've been given one (really useful quantity!), and am thinking about fitting it to the rear caliper, since that seems to need a regular bleed...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2004, 19:52
Replies: 18
Views: 2,769
Posted By Mr_S
Could it be as a result of gearing changes, chain...

Could it be as a result of gearing changes, chain wear etc changing the position of the wheel slightly?
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