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Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Mar-2006, 23:17
Replies: 17
Views: 3,406
Posted By twpd
Yes they are still good - more than good enough...

Yes they are still good - more than good enough for anyone most of the time including on the track. Supercorsa Pros are better again but, they are race tyres and not really at all suitable for...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 23-Mar-2006, 02:32
Replies: 21
Views: 3,932
Posted By twpd
Ray can you keep me posted on a trackday pls. I'm...

Ray can you keep me posted on a trackday pls. I'm not doing much racing this year but, I might come out for the odd play on a trackday.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Mar-2006, 20:06
Replies: 8
Views: 2,072
Posted By twpd
It's v-twin for me all the way. I love em. Just...

It's v-twin for me all the way. I love em. Just get rid of the 999.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Mar-2006, 01:06
Replies: 15
Views: 2,518
Posted By twpd
I'm surprised they didn't mention a well-known...

I'm surprised they didn't mention a well-known little trick to ease stiction. You take some fine-grade wet & dry to the stanchion and gently crosshatch using a rotating up/down movement. This...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Mar-2006, 01:01
Replies: 4
Views: 1,351
Posted By twpd
I should think that the 75-85bhp might be...

I should think that the 75-85bhp might be obvious! ;)
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Mar-2006, 23:55
Replies: 9
Views: 2,451
Posted By twpd
You can buy ratchet c-spanners you know.

You can buy ratchet c-spanners you know.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Mar-2006, 21:23
Replies: 25
Views: 3,567
Posted By twpd
Proper race bikes don't have 'em Tony. Just like...

Proper race bikes don't have 'em Tony. Just like my SV650 minitwin ;)
Forum: Tyres 21-Mar-2006, 21:11
Replies: 8
Views: 3,168
Posted By twpd
Wise words Carbon dude.

Wise words Carbon dude.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Mar-2006, 21:06
Replies: 25
Views: 3,567
Posted By twpd
I'm sure I can see some dirt there............

I'm sure I can see some dirt there......... ;)


Nice work - I have a soft spot for SP's.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Mar-2006, 19:22
Replies: 4
Views: 1,918
Posted By twpd
Are MCN classifieds an effective medium for selling a bike these days?

I want to sell one of my bikes - I thought about EBay but, many bikes don't actually seem to get sold on their if they have a realistic reserve on them and I am put off by the high fees on "high...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Mar-2006, 15:35
Replies: 15
Views: 4,387
Posted By twpd
How light can a flywheel get? Bling and more bling

Flywheel (http://kaemna.de/cms_en/katalog.htm?&view=artikel&artikel=1230)

234g????? I bet it doesn't idle very well! :lol:

Hmmmmm........ ideal for the racer maybe but, not the road bike I...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Mar-2006, 09:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,523
Posted By twpd
Plnety of similar stuff to be found on Ebay. I'd...

Plnety of similar stuff to be found on Ebay. I'd save your money for proper performance stuff ;)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Mar-2006, 19:34
Replies: 1
Views: 1,448
Posted By twpd
IME few people uprate the ecu. Best way is to...

IME few people uprate the ecu. Best way is to check the part numbers though - just to be sure. If it hasn't then you might wanna consiider a Power Commander. It's always a good idea to get the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Mar-2006, 01:29
Replies: 12
Views: 1,726
Posted By twpd
lol. Not going now - shame as I wanted to see...

lol.
Not going now - shame as I wanted to see some Ducatis race but just had word that my bro' been taken very seriously ill and is in hospital so, it's outta the question.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 20:42
Replies: 11
Views: 3,010
Posted By twpd
Dunno about Ducatis but my race MZ did it when...

Dunno about Ducatis but my race MZ did it when being ridden and in the paddock on the stand. I've ridden a Monster before when it suffered icing and it seemed to happen at low engine speeds. That's...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 20:17
Replies: 11
Views: 3,010
Posted By twpd
Are you allowed to shorten your inlet tracts? I...

Are you allowed to shorten your inlet tracts? I had this problem on my racing MZ many years ago and I noticed it was much worse with long inlet tracts on either side of the carb.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 20:15
Replies: 17
Views: 1,521
Posted By twpd
Thanks for the link. I might get on of them. How...

Thanks for the link. I might get on of them. How was it mounted at the rear (oooer!). Did you have to fabricate some brackets?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 20:13
Replies: 17
Views: 1,521
Posted By twpd
Did you have to do lots of cutting and filing to...

Did you have to do lots of cutting and filing to get it to fit? My stuff is an abortion. I was tempted to skip it!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 20:05
Replies: 17
Views: 1,521
Posted By twpd
Looks good Ali. What bodywork is it? Ricambi? The...

Looks good Ali. What bodywork is it? Ricambi? The seat doesn't look like it.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Mar-2006, 20:04
Replies: 0
Views: 1,192
Posted By twpd
Changing bits between ssie versions

Does anyone know or have a good idea whether or not the loom, ECU and relevant bits can be swapped between an 800ssie and 900ssie. The 800 uses the later style instruments/ecu/immobiliser set up.

I...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 19:54
Replies: 12
Views: 1,726
Posted By twpd
I was thinking of wandering along and having a...

I was thinking of wandering along and having a watch...anonymously like.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Mar-2006, 19:23
Replies: 12
Views: 1,726
Posted By twpd
I'm staying at me mum's just down the road....

I'm staying at me mum's just down the road. Breakfast in bed and 2 pubs 200yrds from the front door. :roll:
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Mar-2006, 13:42
Replies: 1
Views: 1,301
Posted By twpd
Use a 180 if you have a 5.5" rim - it's the...

Use a 180 if you have a 5.5" rim - it's the optimum size for that rim. I can only think Ducati put a 170 on to cut costs - every 170 I have seen on thes bikes weas strangely and goes quite square...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 20:34
Replies: 17
Views: 3,850
Posted By twpd
Mine are nicely made. Fruity but, not too noisy....

Mine are nicely made. Fruity but, not too noisy. I'd prefer a bit more bark but, they shouldn't attract too much attention. I would recommend that you consider getting a Power Commander to set up the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 20:14
Replies: 6
Views: 1,636
Posted By twpd
Aye....he's not a bad bloke. ;) lol. The PC...

Aye....he's not a bad bloke. ;)

lol.

The PC seems to work well Glyn - hopefull I'll get it fully optimised on the dyno. I'm not sure if the map I have will be of use but, once I'm happy with it...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 17:56
Replies: 6
Views: 1,636
Posted By twpd
It was the oil on me tyre wot did it. ;)

It was the oil on me tyre wot did it. ;)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 15:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,636
Posted By twpd
Ta. :) It's got cast-iron fully-floating discs,...

Ta. :)

It's got cast-iron fully-floating discs, Ohlins, 5-spoke alloy Marchesinis, DP rearsets, a set of fully adjustable Showas with Ohlins springs and some P4 calipers waiting to be fitted as...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 13:51
Replies: 6
Views: 1,636
Posted By twpd
I am so chuffed

Just been out on the newer 800 as it's still in road trim atm. I've fitted DP pipes, PC3 usb, filter, air box mods plus a bit more. Off down the road, doing about 20mph and I nailed...it spun the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 12:55
Replies: 17
Views: 3,850
Posted By twpd
Or how about...

Or how about this?

http://www.arcfabrication.com/images/DSC00018.JPG

LOVELY :)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 12:53
Replies: 17
Views: 3,850
Posted By twpd
Natty sold me a lovely set of titanium pipes for...

Natty sold me a lovely set of titanium pipes for my 800ss. They're too nice to go on the race bike so, they're going on the road bike for the time being. I have another set of carbon pipe for the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Mar-2006, 12:37
Replies: 9
Views: 1,729
Posted By twpd
Not as described. Contact the seller. Tbh I am...

Not as described. Contact the seller.

Tbh I am sick of "merchants" on EBay doing things like this. The much vaunted PayPal protection is pretty much worthless imo as well.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Mar-2006, 10:09
Replies: 17
Views: 3,850
Posted By twpd
Where did you get them from Darren?

Where did you get them from Darren?
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Mar-2006, 20:20
Replies: 11
Views: 2,958
Posted By twpd
I have this problem - there's plenty about this...

I have this problem - there's plenty about this in the DD and SS forums.

It's a ridiculous state of affairs that can actually write a bike off.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 19:18
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
Ali, You're missing the point. I'm talking about...

Ali,

You're missing the point. I'm talking about the death of the SS range - the death of low-tech, simple but effective sportsbikes. The 695 is not that. The 695 is a naked roadbike. I'm...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:50
Replies: 10
Views: 3,883
Posted By twpd
Let me know how you get on pls. I fancy one but,...

Let me know how you get on pls. I fancy one but, I'm not sure about blowing that much dosh on one just yet - ur the guinea pig!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:49
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
I think the bikes are seen as old hat and...

I think the bikes are seen as old hat and underpowered. 85bhp from a 1000cc twin is not viewed kindly. It's a numbers game innit?
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:24
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
I think dual spark is one of those things unique...

I think dual spark is one of those things unique to 2vlv motors - a lots of air-cooled Jap racers in the 70's had ds head retro-fitted - the theory being that it gave a better burn to compensate for...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:18
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
I'm getting older - so it may be that too. I also...

I'm getting older - so it may be that too. I also realise I don't need 100+ bhp to have fun either. I can go as fast on my 800 as most people can on a Gixxer thou on the roads up here in the wild...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:11
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
That would be nice but, I guess it still probably...

That would be nice but, I guess it still probably wouldn't sell which, might be the issue. I'm really impressed with my 800ss - light-ish, good punchy power and enough performance for the real world....
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:10
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
What has gone into the 1000DS motor? It's...

What has gone into the 1000DS motor? It's unchanged since 2003 as far as I can see - not that it needs changing anyway. 85bhp is enough.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 15:09
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
I think the SS has suffered in the shadow of the...

I think the SS has suffered in the shadow of the limelight attracted by the superbikes. If most of us were honest though - we'd all realise that we don't need/can't use the power or complexity of the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Mar-2006, 14:44
Replies: 17
Views: 2,019
Posted By twpd
Glyn.....one answer. Fuel injection. ;) Got the...

Glyn.....one answer. Fuel injection. ;)

Got the stickers by the way - Ta!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 14:42
Replies: 21
Views: 3,909
Posted By twpd
Death of the air-cooled SS range

Only the 1000ss is made now

The 620 sport, 800ss etc. have all gone now. The Classics are far too expensive albeit nice.

How long before the 1000ss is extinct? There'll be no reasonably-priced...
Forum: Classic 17-Mar-2006, 14:22
Replies: 5
Views: 4,164
Posted By twpd
That's a bit less power than I'd have expected -...

That's a bit less power than I'd have expected - mind you it is new.

I've got my 800ss on the dyno next weekend with DP pipes, open airbox, PC etc on it. I'm hoping for over 80bhp as it's delivering...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Mar-2006, 14:10
Replies: 10
Views: 3,883
Posted By twpd
Here (http://www.kaemna.de) Hugger...

Here (http://www.kaemna.de)

Hugger (http://www.kaemna.de/cms_en/katalog.htm?&view=artikel&artikel=86)

[Edited on 17-3-2006 by twpd]
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Mar-2006, 15:00
Replies: 16
Views: 2,993
Posted By twpd
I said "you". Nothing about me. ;) I...

I said "you".

Nothing about me.

;)

I don't break any rules, not me no.

[Edited on 16-3-2006 by twpd]
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Mar-2006, 14:55
Replies: 16
Views: 2,993
Posted By twpd
It's one of those ACU regs you have to ignore.

It's one of those ACU regs you have to ignore.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Mar-2006, 00:21
Replies: 19
Views: 2,125
Posted By twpd
Wheel spacers? Done it myself recently when I was...

Wheel spacers? Done it myself recently when I was tired and working late. Easily done.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Mar-2006, 20:48
Replies: 12
Views: 1,481
Posted By twpd
Wildo. Got loads of other Ducati stuff to be...

Wildo. Got loads of other Ducati stuff to be selling off soon.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Mar-2006, 20:45
Replies: 12
Views: 1,481
Posted By twpd
No worries. I will be selling two sets shortly -...

No worries. I will be selling two sets shortly - one absolutely brand spanking new.
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