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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jul-2004, 03:00
Replies: 10
Views: 1,716
Posted By BDG
Interesting thoughts but through taking people...

Interesting thoughts but through taking people off roading in the Sahara over the years i'm pretty clued up on the dehydration bit.

Leathers too tight, don't think so, especially my work ones which...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jul-2004, 02:53
Replies: 10
Views: 1,716
Posted By BDG
Coz i'm stupid or whatever. The Multipla will be...

Coz i'm stupid or whatever.

The Multipla will be doing Lands End to John o Scroats, and a trip to the Sahara this year so i'd rather take the 996

We always go for an enthusiastic thrash each year...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 19:16
Replies: 31
Views: 4,079
Posted By BDG
Does nowt for me

Does nowt for me
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 19:13
Replies: 10
Views: 1,716
Posted By BDG
Ant and Physc

Thank you (from the man with a purple face)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 17:29
Replies: 11
Views: 1,949
Posted By BDG
Oops sorry Shazaam, i live up north so it takes...

Oops sorry Shazaam, i live up north so it takes 10 years or so for the news to filter through:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 17:27
Replies: 10
Views: 1,716
Posted By BDG
Anthonye

Would the rearsets give me more legroom?

I've got a Technosel seat which is surprisingly comfy so don't really fancy the strap on, although i take the point about raising my fat arse up as another...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 17:01
Replies: 11
Views: 1,949
Posted By BDG
Love it , priceless:devil:

Love it , priceless:devil:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 16:58
Replies: 10
Views: 1,716
Posted By BDG
Bizarre perverts question

On long rides (couple of hundred miles plus) i find that i get bit of leg cramp/ stiff knees. Seat/handlebars/screen combination is fine. It's the seat to footrest distance thats the prob.

This...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 16:43
Replies: 11
Views: 1,949
Posted By BDG
Thanks guys My st4 of 2000 vintage just had mph...

Thanks guys

My st4 of 2000 vintage just had mph and no kph, but no 55mph marking

St4s year 2001 had mph and kph but again no 55mph marking.

But as a few of you have the 55mph marking i'll just put...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 15:51
Replies: 11
Views: 1,949
Posted By BDG
Year 2000 996 sps question

My speedo has a redline at 55mph like American models do for the ludicrous stateside speed limits.

Does this mean its an American model, even though it was supplied new by a UK Ducati dealer.

Other...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 08-Jul-2004, 15:43
Replies: 6
Views: 3,446
Posted By BDG
Just got my Sargent seat but won't get it fitted...

Just got my Sargent seat but won't get it fitted until i get back from my jollies so i'll give some feedback when i've done a few miles.

Not looking forward to fitting it though:puzzled:
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 07-Jul-2004, 02:03
Replies: 13
Views: 5,222
Posted By BDG
As an owner with primer grey wheels i've gotta...

As an owner with primer grey wheels i've gotta agree black wheeks defo look better in black

Who made the pipes?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jul-2004, 23:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,126
Posted By BDG
In the 5 months that i've had my 996sps it has...

In the 5 months that i've had my 996sps it has stood upto 2 weeks without running and first attempt it always struggles to start, even after as little as a single night but once it's been started it...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 05-Jul-2004, 17:50
Replies: 5
Views: 2,923
Posted By BDG
Mine broke at an early stage but a repair with a...

Mine broke at an early stage but a repair with a plastic repair kit (sorry forgooten the brand name) lasted for 18 months and lots of miles before selling he bike.

Worked a treat and was completely...
Forum: 851 / 888 01-Jul-2004, 15:38
Replies: 10
SP5
Views: 3,800
Posted By BDG
and the wife will say "what voices you...

and the wife will say "what voices you wouldn't be able to hear them coz of the noise of the Termi's and the clutch":lol:
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 01-Jul-2004, 13:58
Replies: 17
Views: 4,760
Posted By BDG
Everton

Re Ians comments about the screen i've got the higher comfort screen with the lip and it works far better than standard screen for me at 6ft 3 but is noisier.

One previous post on the board that you...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 30-Jun-2004, 19:09
Replies: 17
Views: 4,760
Posted By BDG
Well done

I've done about 800 miles on mine since i got it, but i've gone for the Sargent seat rather than the comfort seat, and the bikes black.

Love it, great fun, i'm sure you'll enjoy it.

Of course...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 25-Jun-2004, 17:24
Replies: 11
Views: 4,723
Posted By BDG
After engaging brain ( a rare and difficult...

After engaging brain ( a rare and difficult operation) i think KeefyB is right re the extra weight, plumbing etc of the testastretta motor spoiling the multistada (but i'd still like to have a go on...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jun-2004, 14:32
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By BDG
Watched the England V Portugal last night then...

Watched the England V Portugal last night then went into garage.

Drank a can of Stella, kicked it around the garage pretending it was a Swiss referee then wedged the flattened remains between...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2004, 20:07
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By BDG
still on standard gearing for 996sps, changing...

still on standard gearing for 996sps, changing chain and sprockets isn't really an option for this weekend, don't want to loose the hugger as it keeps crap off the shock etc, so it looks like a bit...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2004, 18:25
Replies: 18
Views: 2,519
Posted By BDG
Hugger kisses new tyre

No this isn't a Mills & Boone romance.

I had a 190/50 on the 996 and last night fitted a new 180/55 but the tyre now rubs against the underside of the indent on the hugger for the exhaust. (hope...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2004, 18:09
Replies: 20
Views: 2,915
Posted By BDG
I ran a tuned Blackbird at Bruntingthorpe and...

I ran a tuned Blackbird at Bruntingthorpe and the speedo would show 205 to 210mph but through the timing lights the best was a genuine 186mph.

Same story with Kwak ZX9R, ZZR1100 and even a Honda...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 23-Jun-2004, 01:29
Replies: 11
Views: 4,723
Posted By BDG
Testastretta Multistrada... YES PLEASE As for...

Testastretta Multistrada... YES PLEASE

As for the current MS and how it compares, well i'm still running my multi in (1st service on Thursday) so will be better qualified to talk after i've done a...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 21-Jun-2004, 19:48
Replies: 13
Views: 6,873
Posted By BDG
Jools

u2u re some disc's i have for sale.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jun-2004, 19:04
Replies: 9
Views: 2,000
Posted By BDG
Can you actually see anything more behind you wiv...

Can you actually see anything more behind you wiv these than the originals, or do they just look better?
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Jun-2004, 18:09
Replies: 8
Views: 3,376
Posted By BDG
I'll third that, the lens is clear on 2001 st4s...

I'll third that, the lens is clear on 2001 st4s models.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jun-2004, 01:08
Replies: 6
Views: 1,366
Posted By BDG
good luck let us know the outcome

good luck

let us know the outcome
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jun-2004, 01:19
Replies: 6
Views: 1,366
Posted By BDG
I'll second DJ's valuation, BUT never...

I'll second DJ's valuation, BUT never underestimate the cost of repairing bikes and getting them back on the road.

There's frequently other things damaged that you don't spot that add to the bill so...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 10-Jun-2004, 23:32
Replies: 32
Views: 6,870
Posted By BDG
Greetings

Be very wary of strange women with pix of blokes flashing bums:lol:

Welcome to the fold, its good
Forum: Tyres 10-Jun-2004, 00:37
Replies: 1
Views: 2,319
Posted By BDG
rumour has it central tyres are good but madmav...

rumour has it central tyres are good but madmav should know
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 08-Jun-2004, 00:38
Replies: 14
Views: 4,921
Posted By BDG
I test rode one and its such a bloody good laugh...

I test rode one and its such a bloody good laugh to ride for something with not a lot of power but you can use 100% of it and just wrting its neck.

Hopefully good for clocking miles, but amazing fun...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2004, 12:28
Replies: 8
Views: 1,676
Posted By BDG
Dibble

love the avatar
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 28-May-2004, 19:38
Replies: 14
Views: 7,543
Posted By BDG
I also thought my carbon termi's had nothing...

I also thought my carbon termi's had nothing stamped on until this week when i took the silencers off to fit a Ventura rack and hidden away on the top of the silencer! where its impossible to see...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-May-2004, 19:41
Replies: 13
Views: 2,898
Posted By BDG
Hello Mate, I'm 6' 3' and 110kgs. My beer belly...

Hello Mate,

I'm 6' 3' and 110kgs.

My beer belly rests nicely on the tank and takes a lot of the strain.

Should you not want to resort to becoming a fat ******* like moi then a few more...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2004, 15:00
Replies: 17
Views: 3,490
Posted By BDG
I use the little boy next door and pay him 50...

I use the little boy next door and pay him 50 pence:lol:
Forum: Tyres 14-May-2004, 14:51
Replies: 4
Views: 2,758
Posted By BDG
D208's were/are fitted to my sps when i bought...

D208's were/are fitted to my sps when i bought it. They are OK but when they are due to be changed its either going to be Bridgestones which have always worked for me, or More likely Diablo's to see...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 14-May-2004, 14:13
Replies: 9
Views: 3,169
Posted By BDG
Sorry Rockhopper, my standard cans have gone back...

Sorry Rockhopper, my standard cans have gone back on for MOT and sale of bike.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 14-May-2004, 14:01
Replies: 9
Views: 3,169
Posted By BDG
ST4s definately responds well to lower...

ST4s definately responds well to lower gearing.

Common mod is replace front 15 tooth with 14 tooth sprocket, far more reponsive with no change in top speed or even fuel consumption. Its an absolute...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 14-May-2004, 02:17
Replies: 5
Views: 3,004
Posted By BDG
I think the blueish is a sign of overheating or...

I think the blueish is a sign of overheating or being used to hard before properly warm. Hopefully Tyreman will pop in and give us the true definition.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2004, 01:50
Replies: 7
Views: 1,445
Posted By BDG
Totto

Please excuse me if i make a complete arse of myself here but.................i thought the screen screws on mine were stripped as well after trying with an allen key. After cursing; then closer...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2004, 01:27
Replies: 24
Views: 3,735
Posted By BDG
I've been very happy with 010's, good all round...

I've been very happy with 010's, good all round tyre both grip and wear wise, but plan on trying Diablo's next just to see what they're like.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2004, 19:02
Replies: 37
Views: 4,846
Posted By BDG
Hey Dave

If you wouldn't hesitate to buy ex rental cars, do you want to buy some of my ex courier vans in that case,
1 carefull owner, 10 careless drivers, FSH, average of 250,000 miles only.

I agree with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2004, 15:22
Replies: 17
Views: 2,657
Posted By BDG
Marky your brackets will look different to 4D's...

Marky

your brackets will look different to 4D's as it is a completely different kit for the 996 bip to the 748/916 bip (but 4D's pics are a very good guide for me as i need to fit mine, thanks)

If...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-May-2004, 23:10
Replies: 4
Views: 2,813
Posted By BDG
Hello Duke

Did u2u last week but i think it must have got lost with these database errors.

Either u2u me or giz a call on 07973 741335 and its an excuse for a ride out and we'll meet half way with the...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 08-May-2004, 11:58
Replies: 3
Views: 2,862
Posted By BDG
Another convert

After a test ride the other week and trawling the forums i've just come off the phone and have ordered a Multistrada.

Yipee!:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-May-2004, 11:48
Replies: 4
Views: 2,813
Posted By BDG
Both the shock and the disc's were replaced...

Both the shock and the disc's were replaced on mine just before the warranty expired.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Apr-2004, 14:21
Replies: 7
Views: 1,736
Posted By BDG
Dyno sheets are at home but from memory 71...

Dyno sheets are at home but from memory 71 ft/lbs, just less than st4s
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Apr-2004, 18:43
Replies: 7
Views: 1,736
Posted By BDG
Jools

You cynic!!!:lol:

First thing i did with the st4s was throw the 15 tooth sprocket as far as i could and replace with 14 tooth because as you so rightly say its overgeared as standard.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Apr-2004, 18:10
Replies: 7
Views: 1,736
Posted By BDG
996sps vs ST4s Dyno Runs

The Dyno never lies!

First impressions of the 996sps (2000 model) were WOW, this thing is a lot quicker,and more powerful than the st4s.

Out of curiosity as the st4s had been on the dyno before and...
Forum: Tyres 27-Apr-2004, 16:30
Replies: 14
Views: 5,116
Posted By BDG
I stand corrected. but do think they are...

I stand corrected.

but do think they are designed more for mileage, glad you found them good on the track.
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