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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Nov-2003, 09:26
Replies: 3
Views: 2,283
Posted By Felix
A lead acid battery has a voltage of 1.9 to 2.2...

A lead acid battery has a voltage of 1.9 to 2.2 Volts per cell. Having six cells, this produces a terminal voltage of 11.4 to 13.2 Volts for a fully charged battery with no load. The exact voltage...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Nov-2003, 20:06
Replies: 3
Views: 1,512
Posted By Felix
If the discs are attached to the wheels, then...

If the discs are attached to the wheels, then Tesco is out, I guess, although there are other sources where you get good plastics bags and vacuum pack the wheels with your hoover. Works great, I had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Nov-2003, 19:34
Replies: 3
Views: 1,512
Posted By Felix
Put them in your airing cupboard! You can use a...

Put them in your airing cupboard!

You can use a light oil, like WD-40, but you'll have to throroughly degrease them before use. Or, you could some extra larger freezer bags from Tesco, take the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Nov-2003, 22:18
Replies: 7
Views: 1,677
Posted By Felix
Broken sidestand bolt?

Broken sidestand bolt?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Oct-2003, 09:54
Replies: 12
Views: 2,493
Posted By Felix
They are the bellmouths inside the airbox.

They are the bellmouths inside the airbox.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Oct-2003, 20:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,542
Posted By Felix
You should see the size of my hammer!

You should see the size of my hammer!
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Oct-2003, 18:57
Replies: 14
Views: 3,958
Posted By Felix
$5000?? Oh dear!

$5000?? Oh dear!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Oct-2003, 21:11
Replies: 10
Views: 57,751
Posted By Felix
Unlucky, mate. Sorry to hear about your...

Unlucky, mate. Sorry to hear about your misfortune.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Oct-2003, 14:18
Replies: 16
Views: 3,450
Posted By Felix
The standard covers are well known for being...

The standard covers are well known for being weak. Any "hole drilling" you do it only make matters worse. Rattler's picture of the nearly-failed Tecmoto one illustrates perfectly what happens....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 20:29
Replies: 4
Views: 1,734
Posted By Felix
For all you big bore 748 addicts

I've posted links to this guy's work before, but this 872cc project on a 748R (Guy are you reading this??) is exceptional in my opinion. What impresses me about this guy is the level of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 18:36
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By Felix
Antonye, that's were I got it from!

Antonye, that's were I got it from!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 15:37
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By Felix
Phillipe, I've got the same as Guido. Well,...

Phillipe, I've got the same as Guido. Well, I did before the crash. Don't think I'll them back on.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 15:26
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By Felix
Maybe CF fabric is the "trick" way but...

Maybe CF fabric is the "trick" way but Kevlar is actually much better for abrasion resistance.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 13:14
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By Felix
After having just had a lowside at Oulton Park, I...

After having just had a lowside at Oulton Park, I now tend to agree with 998Addict. Ducati's do crash pretty well without bungs. In my experience, the things most at risk are pegs, levers, the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Oct-2003, 10:03
Replies: 12
Views: 3,538
Posted By Felix
Have a Look here: Crash bungs by CycleCat...

Have a Look here:
Crash bungs by CycleCat (http://cyclecat.com)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 15:57
Replies: 9
Views: 1,804
Posted By Felix
All good suggestions, Ray. Unfortunately, I did...

All good suggestions, Ray. Unfortunately, I did not the data logger on board for once. On previous occasions, the oil pressure was spot on. It was actually the oil pressure sensor, which is screwed...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 15:37
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By Felix
Neil, pressure switch in the banjo bolt works...

Neil, pressure switch in the banjo bolt works fine. Actually, I am removing mine now that it's no longer road registered, but it worked just fine.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2003, 12:46
Replies: 9
Views: 1,804
Posted By Felix
Cheers, OY. Not a scratch on me. Right thumb...

Cheers, OY. Not a scratch on me. Right thumb still slightly sore, so the wifey is glad that I am left handed :D. Oh, and I need a new helmet.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Oct-2003, 15:36
Replies: 9
Views: 1,804
Posted By Felix
That's most likely what I'll do. It...

That's most likely what I'll do. It turns over OK (using a spanner) without any clunking noises or rough spots. Will also need to change the belts as they have quite a bit of muck and grass...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Oct-2003, 15:24
Replies: 9
Views: 1,804
Posted By Felix
Engine shagged?

Looking for opinions on how my engine might have fared during my recent off. What happened:
- Oil pump blanking plug rattled loose and fell off
- Oil pump was busy pumping oil all over back tyre....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Oct-2003, 22:11
Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Posted By Felix
Doesn't it usually rain in Wales?:devil:

Doesn't it usually rain in Wales?:devil:
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 08-Oct-2003, 15:33
Replies: 4
Views: 2,527
Posted By Felix
The cables indeed operate butterflies on the CV...

The cables indeed operate butterflies on the CV carbs. My post was more to the reasons in general for dual cables. There are racing carbs (non CV) where the slides are operated via cables and these...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 08-Oct-2003, 10:47
Replies: 4
Views: 2,527
Posted By Felix
The reason for a second cable to shut the...

The reason for a second cable to shut the throttles has to do with earlier carbs and especially carbs using slides as opposed to butterflys. Slides can easily stick open under deceleration when the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Oct-2003, 11:45
Replies: 23
Views: 4,699
Posted By Felix
I think the answer is a"heavy-duty flasher...

I think the answer is a"heavy-duty flasher relay". They provide a constant flash rate and are not sensitive to load changes. I've used them in the past and they work well. They are a...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Sep-2003, 17:12
Replies: 12
Views: 4,969
Posted By Felix
I've known several people that found the...

I've known several people that found the same as you, mostly on the 916/996 bikes. The were initially smooth but didn't last very long at all.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2003, 13:30
Replies: 10
Views: 2,994
Posted By Felix
The Ram air effect is only effective at very high...

The Ram air effect is only effective at very high speed. So if you say from loew revs, I don't think it was due to that. Even at high speed the Ram air effect is small.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Sep-2003, 21:39
Replies: 7
Views: 1,227
Posted By Felix
What's the trail on a street bike?

What's the trail on a street bike?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Sep-2003, 21:13
Replies: 7
Views: 1,227
Posted By Felix
Sorry, Shazaam, but I am not sure I follow your...

Sorry, Shazaam, but I am not sure I follow your conclusion about the front wheel experiencing higher loads. Certainly, the speeds are higher, but you can carry much more speed on the front with the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 15:09
Replies: 11
Views: 2,058
Posted By Felix
I'd go there, write down the frame number...

I'd go there, write down the frame number and ring Ducati UK. I hope the dealer isn't trying to pass off a parallel as an official import. Ducati UK won't be amused either, I reckon.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 13:58
Replies: 11
Views: 2,058
Posted By Felix
If it's a parallel they would have to change...

If it's a parallel they would have to change the speedo as well.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2003, 00:33
Replies: 1
Views: 1,465
Posted By Felix
The only way to tell is to pull the cams and look...

The only way to tell is to pull the cams and look at the rocker surfaces. You won't be able to hear anything different.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Sep-2003, 13:55
Replies: 7
Views: 1,312
Posted By Felix
Been there, done that. I'll try to find the...

Been there, done that. I'll try to find the tool when I get home tonight. Haven't used in quite some time now, which is good. U2U me your phone number and I'll give you a...
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 17-Sep-2003, 13:51
Replies: 5
Views: 3,710
Posted By Felix
Desmondo: Who is the company that gave you a...

Desmondo: Who is the company that gave you a quote on your trackbike?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2003, 12:10
Replies: 11
Views: 3,437
Posted By Felix
I am sure it's very beautiful, sps955, but...

I am sure it's very beautiful, sps955, but surely a bit over the top for an engine that produces "only" in around 140 bhp. I am sure it's great if you've got the full Corse motor that...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2003, 12:00
Replies: 14
Views: 3,812
Posted By Felix
Others will have differing opinions, but I would...

Others will have differing opinions, but I would not recommend adding links to a chain with soft links. If the chain is too short, I would get a new chain. Soft links are definitely NOT resuable....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2003, 19:53
Replies: 5
Views: 1,815
Posted By Felix
I think Lilly knows someone that does the fibre...

I think Lilly knows someone that does the fibre glass race fairing for Renegade Ducati. I suspect he would be able to sort you out. For carbon belly pans, I'd go with the genuine article: p/n...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2003, 17:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,559
Posted By Felix
I guess I meant that you'd pay the AA for...

I guess I meant that you'd pay the AA for the extra and then get reimbursed by Ducati. Sounds like you're sorted, though.
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 02-Sep-2003, 15:30
Replies: 5
Views: 3,255
Posted By Felix
Ducato?? You'll need to call Fiat for that...

Ducato?? You'll need to call Fiat for that one!:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Sep-2003, 14:32
Replies: 6
Views: 1,559
Posted By Felix
Would the additional charge from AA to take it to...

Would the additional charge from AA to take it to your preferred dealer not be about the same as hiring a van, maybe even less? And therefore, would Ducati not be willling to pay for that additional...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Sep-2003, 10:10
Replies: 29
Views: 7,796
Posted By Felix
Like jk2, I am confused by your graph. the blue...

Like jk2, I am confused by your graph. the blue graph is the most powerful one, measured at 138.6 bhp, but the legend above the chart says blue is std ECU rear cyl, run #078. Is this just a colour...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 17:39
Replies: 12
Views: 4,384
Posted By Felix
The part number for the pressure plate is the...

The part number for the pressure plate is the same as used in the 998RS02 and RS03. Do you have part number of the internals, i.e. the clutch drum, basket, and flange (back plate)?

By the way the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 13:37
Replies: 2
Views: 1,870
Posted By Felix
Dodgy clutch when hot?

Dodgy clutch when hot?
Forum: Monsters 01-Sep-2003, 12:34
Replies: 5
Views: 3,836
Posted By Felix
Had the opportunity to stop in at Ducati Leeds...

Had the opportunity to stop in at Ducati Leeds over the weekend and was SERIOUSLY tempted by a blue with white stripe S4R. What a lovely bike! I was in my car, so didn't have the riding gear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 12:26
Replies: 12
Views: 4,384
Posted By Felix
Keep in mind, though, that the DP slipper clutch...

Keep in mind, though, that the DP slipper clutch is NOT the same as the RS one. The proper RS slipper assembly will cost you around 1500 quid! I would not necessarily use the RS part book as a guide...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 11:22
Replies: 8
Views: 2,220
Posted By Felix
Phil is correct. You NEED to change them when...

Phil is correct. You NEED to change them when they show wear in the shiny chromed surface going dull or grey, such as shown in the bottom example in the above picture. The other two probably damaged...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2003, 11:18
Replies: 14
Views: 3,812
Posted By Felix
It's 4-5 o'clock when viewed from the...

It's 4-5 o'clock when viewed from the sprocket size.
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 01-Sep-2003, 11:07
Replies: 9
Views: 4,246
Posted By Felix
Quick update: Rang the company suggested by...

Quick update:

Rang the company suggested by Celeste and they do this sort of thing. Got quoted 436 per year for 18k for the bike and 2k for spares. It covers fire, theft, and accidental damage...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Aug-2003, 20:29
Replies: 18
Views: 2,989
Posted By Felix
As you're in the Midlands, my choices would...

As you're in the Midlands, my choices would be JHP in Coventry, or a little further to Nelly at Cornerspeed in Nottingham. Nelly can probably do it a lot sooner than JHP as they are always...
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 31-Aug-2003, 20:21
Replies: 9
Views: 4,246
Posted By Felix
Thanks, Celeste, that's exactly the sort of...

Thanks, Celeste, that's exactly the sort of thing I was looking for. I'll give them a ring.
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 31-Aug-2003, 13:05
Replies: 9
Views: 4,246
Posted By Felix
Fire & theft for track bikes

Does anyone have any experience with getting cover for a track/race bike? I am looking to get mine insured for fire and theft only while garaged at home and maybe while being transported to and from...
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