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Forum: 999 / 749 22-Dec-2005, 20:01
Replies: 6
Views: 2,234
Posted By galaxy
Ahhhh, come on Keefy...it doesn't look that bad!!...

Ahhhh, come on Keefy...it doesn't look that bad!! What to expect...great sound. What else needs to be said about that?? It is a little bit quieter than I had hoped for but the quality of the sound...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Dec-2005, 01:45
Replies: 1
Views: 1,628
Posted By galaxy
Well, FWIW, I just installed a set of NGK...

Well, FWIW, I just installed a set of NGK CR9EIX's. It's the same plug listed in the book except for it's iridium instead of a standard plug. This plug also has a normal electrode on it instead of...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Dec-2005, 01:42
Replies: 28
Views: 6,858
Posted By galaxy
I have a '05 749s and just installed one. Matter...

I have a '05 749s and just installed one. Matter of fact, I just droped mine off at the shop to get a custom map made. Got a local guy in town with a Dyno Jet dyno. Mine has a full system but I'm...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Dec-2005, 07:19
Replies: 1
Views: 1,628
Posted By galaxy
749 Spark Plugs

What plugs are you guys running in your 749?? I pulled mine today to see exactly what was in it since I decided to replace it with stock equipment. (want clean plugs for my dyno run next week) It...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Dec-2005, 19:09
Replies: 6
Views: 1,802
Posted By galaxy
Doesn't the front of the tank have like two...

Doesn't the front of the tank have like two little bars on the front that slide into some rubber grommet thingies (kinda like the rear cover of the mono). If you wanted to remove the whole tank from...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Dec-2005, 04:43
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By galaxy
Ambient temp 17 or less. Freeway speeds...55 mph...

Ambient temp 17 or less.
Freeway speeds...55 mph or greater. Doesn't matter.
Traffic or not made any difference.
Yes, topped off with just water but the loss was not that much.
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Dec-2005, 04:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By galaxy
Ambient air temp is around 17 or under. Freeway...

Ambient air temp is around 17 or under.
Freeway speeds...50mph or better.
Following traffic or not...doesn't matter.
Yes, topped off with only water. Loss was not that substantial though. ...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 03:47
Replies: 11
Views: 2,612
Posted By galaxy
Does anyone know at what temperature the...

Does anyone know at what temperature the thermostat opens?? 68 seems to be the norm, but that's way too cool IMO.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Dec-2005, 21:00
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By galaxy
Ummm, the thermostat is a mechanical device in...

Ummm, the thermostat is a mechanical device in the cooling system...right?? Simply works off water temp.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Dec-2005, 20:21
Replies: 11
Views: 2,612
Posted By galaxy
Mine runs around 68-70 going down the road but as...

Mine runs around 68-70 going down the road but as soon as I stop or hit traffic, it immediately climbs to 100+ EXTREMELY fast. Never overheats, but the rate of increase is a concern since I just got...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Dec-2005, 20:19
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By galaxy
Rate of temp increase...Potential Cooling Problem???

Just got my bike back from the shop for a bad radiator cap. It was overflowing the overflow tank and running out all over the ground. Shop said it was the cap and replaced it. Well, when this was...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Dec-2005, 19:00
Replies: 10
Views: 2,705
Posted By galaxy
I have also heard the 749/999 commanders are all...

I have also heard the 749/999 commanders are all the same except for the maps. Also, on the ECU's, they only get locked to your bike if you code it by using the red key. If you stick a new ECU in...
Forum: Tyres 01-Dec-2005, 14:56
Replies: 12
Views: 5,203
Posted By galaxy
There's a tire test in the new Sport Rider (I...

There's a tire test in the new Sport Rider (I think it was) and they ran quite a few top tires. They ran the Conti Sport Attack and it didn't fair to well compared to the results of the others. ...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Nov-2005, 05:47
Replies: 7
Views: 2,134
Posted By galaxy
I'm trying to sell a full 2-1-2 set for an '05 S...

I'm trying to sell a full 2-1-2 set for an '05 S and would like to get $1,400. $2,195 new.
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Nov-2005, 07:01
Replies: 8
Views: 1,819
Posted By galaxy
Don't worry about going down in the front...you...

Don't worry about going down in the front...you can't. It comes with a 14 and no one makes a 13. Down one in front is equal to up 2 1/2 on the back, so I usually err on the side of acceleration and...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Nov-2005, 06:58
Replies: 11
Views: 2,499
Posted By galaxy
Bike has a two year warranty...battery has a six...

Bike has a two year warranty...battery has a six month warranty!!! My generator went bad but I initially thought it was the battery. The guy at the dealer told me this because I was at 5 1/2 months...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Nov-2005, 20:45
Replies: 0
Views: 1,270
Posted By galaxy
Full Termi for sale!!!

Hey guys, just stuck an add up in the market place for a full 54mm 2-1-2 system for a 749. Go take a look!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 26-Oct-2005, 07:24
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
It's funny the differences between our sides. ...

It's funny the differences between our sides. You guys unanimouly dislike the wrap and it's the exact opposite over here. No worries though, I appreciate the inputs. I think my big thing was...
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Oct-2005, 06:11
Replies: 45
Views: 6,194
Posted By galaxy
I like black wheels but don't like a black frame,...

I like black wheels but don't like a black frame, so... I would have to say red frame red wheels. Here's a wheel option for you too...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Oct-2005, 19:09
Replies: 5
Views: 1,927
Posted By galaxy
Everything seems to be working fine. Fans don't...

Everything seems to be working fine. Fans don't even come on until 100+ or so. Last time I noticed both were working just fine and I'll check the hoses but pretty sure they are good to go. As I...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Oct-2005, 06:36
Replies: 5
Views: 1,927
Posted By galaxy
Coolant Overflow

OK, this has happened twice now for no particular reason. First time was on a fairly warm day, around 32 or so, but never got stuck in hot traffic and the coolant temp never got above 100. Stopped,...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 06:19
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Only complaint is when fresh out of the package,...

Only complaint is when fresh out of the package, it was darker black than it is now. Wetting it and then cranking the bike to dry it out made it fade slightly but no big deal.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 06:17
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
more...

more...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 06:16
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
more....

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Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 06:16
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
more...

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Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 06:16
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Finally...done! What do you think??

Finally...done! What do you think??
Forum: Tyres 21-Oct-2005, 18:31
Replies: 17
Views: 5,957
Posted By galaxy
I guess mileage is a very subjective subject. I...

I guess mileage is a very subjective subject. I have 4,100 miles on my Pilot Powers on the 749 and they are just BARELY starting to flatten off in the center. I was told I'd never get that kind of...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Oct-2005, 18:29
Replies: 6
Views: 1,230
Posted By galaxy
Are these for sure for the late model injected...

Are these for sure for the late model injected SS's. I also see a ECU in the photo? Is that included in the price? Any price without the ECU? I don't really need one.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Oct-2005, 18:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,230
Posted By galaxy
I'm not sure. Are they supposed to be for the...

I'm not sure. Are they supposed to be for the late model SS's? I don't think they will work with carbed bikes...pretty sure, but not positive.

If you find out they don't work and need to get rid...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Oct-2005, 18:07
Replies: 11
Views: 2,757
Posted By galaxy
Strati (ducatipipemod.com) has closed up his...

Strati (ducatipipemod.com) has closed up his service for several months for personal reasons. I had him do the pipes on my SS. They are awesome if you are on a budget, but once you park it beside a...
Forum: Tyres 21-Oct-2005, 04:39
Replies: 17
Views: 5,957
Posted By galaxy
Bridgestone BT014\'s????

So I've come down to two tires for the SS. The Pilot Powers vs the BT014's. Leaning towards the Bridgestones just based on looks alone. It's the wifes bike so I'm sure performance is going to be...
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Oct-2005, 18:08
Replies: 20
Views: 3,425
Posted By galaxy
My bad!! Don't know why I assumed it was a 9. ...

My bad!! Don't know why I assumed it was a 9. Where did you get the carbon tank pad??
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Oct-2005, 06:58
Replies: 20
Views: 3,425
Posted By galaxy
"but the bike lifts a lot easier than...

"but the bike lifts a lot easier than before" Ummmmm, it's a 999R. Was there some degree of difficulty to get it to lift before this??? he he he. JK!!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Oct-2005, 21:06
Replies: 14
Views: 3,187
Posted By galaxy
What brings you to Sac?? The Sturgeon is OK but...

What brings you to Sac?? The Sturgeon is OK but there's better... Weather here has just started to drop down into the low 10's early morning and back up in the high 20's by 1 or 2 o'clock. Rainy...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 17-Oct-2005, 03:16
Replies: 14
Views: 3,187
Posted By galaxy
I've got an '04 800 and supposedly the 800 will...

I've got an '04 800 and supposedly the 800 will still be available here in '06 (see photo) even though it's not listed anywhere. 6,100 miles on mine. Had a generator go bad and a TPS go bad. Both...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Oct-2005, 02:57
Replies: 3
Views: 922
Posted By galaxy
New sproket...+3 in the back. Not trying for the...

New sproket...+3 in the back. Not trying for the bling factor but didn't want gold. Nothing else on the bike is gold. Plus, I am intrigued by the EK screw on master link.
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Oct-2005, 21:33
Replies: 3
Views: 922
Posted By galaxy
Popular Chains

So what's the biggest concensus over here? I'm thinking about getting an EK chain. They have all the colors and was wondering how the red would look on the 749. Their web site shows they have a...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 22:39
Replies: 25
Views: 5,409
Posted By galaxy
Speaking of how forks come set from the...

Speaking of how forks come set from the factory...I was at my local dealer the other day and they had 8 SBK's of different variety (one 749r and two 999s included) and every last one of them was...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 22:33
Replies: 19
Views: 2,649
Posted By galaxy
Wheew!! You fooled me for a minute. I thought...

Wheew!! You fooled me for a minute. I thought you had some bootleg photos of my bike;-)

I know opinions are just that but no exhaust looks better on this bike than the Termi's...no Leo Vince, no...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:54
Replies: 25
Views: 5,409
Posted By galaxy
If you leave the wheel and fork assembly all...

If you leave the wheel and fork assembly all together, you should be able to just loosen everything up and let it slide through together. Then both tubes would stay even, hu?? As far as torqueing...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Oct-2005, 17:42
Replies: 25
Views: 5,409
Posted By galaxy
Ya know, I noticed that on my bike as well...

Ya know, I noticed that on my bike as well (non-Ohlins) I have three lines showing now and was going to move to four when I get brave enough but I also noticed that four lines will NOT equal 20mm. ...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Oct-2005, 18:59
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Found it...here's a photo of the bike and a link...

Found it...here's a photo of the bike and a link to the thread about the discussion. He didn't use the black in this photo, but I think I'm still going to go with the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Oct-2005, 18:49
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Yes, I will continue to search. Problem is,...

Yes, I will continue to search. Problem is, speedzilla changed there forum to a new design and when they did, it seems like it's impossible to go back and find something from the "old" forum. Even...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 07-Oct-2005, 00:59
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Sorry guys. I was looking for some photo's of a...

Sorry guys. I was looking for some photo's of a 998 a guy on speedzilla had done and it looked great. I have decided I'm gonna do mine in the black but headed out of town on business for a few...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Oct-2005, 03:04
Replies: 7
Views: 1,680
Posted By galaxy
A guy on speedzilla with an '05 999R has a new...

A guy on speedzilla with an '05 999R has a new full 57 system and the shape of the pipes and everything looks identical to my 749 system (pics in the other thread). Just my opinion but the Termi...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 06:34
Replies: 24
Views: 3,942
Posted By galaxy
From what I understand from my experiences with...

From what I understand from my experiences with my mechanic, the stock ECU is programmable, but only to a point. They can change the mixture. BUT, the change applies to the entire rpm range. You...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2005, 05:46
Replies: 25
Views: 4,123
Posted By galaxy
Exhaust Wrap

Do any of you guys use some of the exhaust wrap like Thermo Tech or some of the other name brands on your pipes?? Thermo Tech has an all black wrap that would look pretty good, IMO.
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Oct-2005, 05:43
Replies: 24
Views: 3,942
Posted By galaxy
Just so I understand...you're running the stock...

Just so I understand...you're running the stock ECU with the PC3 and not the new Termi ECU? I was curious myself just what exactly the new ECU actually does. After installing my system and the ECU...
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Oct-2005, 08:09
Replies: 7
Views: 1,040
Posted By galaxy
I know you can get a 749s in black in the US...

I know you can get a 749s in black in the US anyways for '06.
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Oct-2005, 19:00
Replies: 24
Views: 3,942
Posted By galaxy
HW, would it be possible to get some more details...

HW, would it be possible to get some more details on your ECU problem and what exactly the PC resolved for you?? If you saw my other thread I just installed a full system on my 749s and now is has a...
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