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Forum: 999 / 749 20-Dec-2005, 11:56
Replies: 20
Views: 3,791
Posted By BIG-G
Not yet. Ordered last week from Germany. Expect...

Not yet. Ordered last week from Germany. Expect delay due to christmas post. Will post photo when all fitted
G
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Dec-2005, 13:46
Replies: 6
Views: 1,602
Posted By BIG-G
Well done andyb, I have the 749 05 with bobbins...

Well done andyb, I have the 749 05 with bobbins but struggle on my own and guess whats hanging on the wall? my single sider from my 916 days. so simple its untrue
G
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Dec-2005, 07:47
Replies: 20
Views: 3,791
Posted By BIG-G
Nice one andy! Gone for blue plate and black...

Nice one andy!
Gone for blue plate and black cover (which seems to be same as big red one's) Arriving from Germany this week
Cant wait
G
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Dec-2005, 17:24
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks JPM I'll take you up on the offer when I...

Thanks JPM I'll take you up on the offer when I gat one. I'm going to go for a decent one so I need to save some more pennies, especialy as Ive got some termis and a 6k service coming in the next...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Dec-2005, 13:45
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks, I've got 2 on my current watch items but...

Thanks, I've got 2 on my current watch items but if I miss these the Casoli one looks the right price for my budget
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Dec-2005, 12:35
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Has any one fit a Casoli. They seem well priced...

Has any one fit a Casoli. They seem well priced at approx £350 when the STM ones cost approx £850
cheers
G
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 16:01
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Think I'm gonna have to decide if I need one or...

Think I'm gonna have to decide if I need one or just go for bling plate and cover. Never realy missed one for road riding before.
Cheers
G
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 12:50
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Its option 1 that Ive been looking at. Does this...

Its option 1 that Ive been looking at. Does this then fit any clutch on 749 by dropping straight in.
Ive also seen the Casoli but couldn't get any info on it
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 12:01
Replies: 18
Views: 2,204
Posted By BIG-G
Slipper clutch help please

I'm looking at buying a STM slipper for my 749 but am confused as they talk about number of teeth etc. There has probably been a thread before but can some one give me the info I need to purchase in...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 08:05
Replies: 20
Views: 3,791
Posted By BIG-G
Kwik poll which clutch cover

Have to make a decision today for my xmas present off the other half.

Do I go full carbon or open bling with coloured clutch plate etc??
Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Dec-2005, 07:57
Replies: 6
Views: 1,251
Posted By BIG-G
If you have lost coolant has this been topped up...

If you have lost coolant has this been topped up using only water?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Dec-2005, 07:51
Replies: 10
Views: 2,704
Posted By BIG-G
Great info, was waiting for my Termi to arrive...

Great info, was waiting for my Termi to arrive but might have a go at these to be a bit different
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Dec-2005, 13:04
Replies: 20
Views: 4,565
Posted By BIG-G
The other difference is the 749s has the...

The other difference is the 749s has the ajustable footrests
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Dec-2005, 20:15
Replies: 10
Views: 2,707
Posted By BIG-G
Worth a shot as Ducati are trying everything to...

Worth a shot as Ducati are trying everything to keep customers happy at the moment with global sales down vs Japs. An idea might be to get them to give you the value in DP parts for use or you could...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Dec-2005, 19:48
Replies: 1
Views: 842
Posted By BIG-G
If I win one I can save a fortune at the...

If I win one I can save a fortune at the dentist

:D
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Dec-2005, 19:12
Replies: 10
Views: 2,704
Posted By BIG-G
Shark 999 pipe ?

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SHARK-EXHAUST-SYSTEM-for-DUCATI-999-HONDA-YAMAHA-SUZUKI_W0QQitemZ8020585686QQcategoryZ25623QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Any one seen these before??
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Dec-2005, 20:30
Replies: 31
Views: 6,174
Posted By BIG-G
Started riding duke's at 30 and still riding them...

Started riding duke's at 30 and still riding them at 51.
What the heck
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Dec-2005, 12:55
Replies: 10
Views: 2,707
Posted By BIG-G
Dynojet tell me the PC is the same for all the...

Dynojet tell me the PC is the same for all the 749 and 999 (even though they have diff part nos?)so like you will want to transfer pipe and PC to next bike

[Edited on 5-12-2005 by BIG-G]
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Dec-2005, 15:15
Replies: 10
Views: 2,707
Posted By BIG-G
U2U sent, thanks

U2U sent, thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Dec-2005, 15:01
Replies: 10
Views: 2,707
Posted By BIG-G
Ducati ECU or PC111 Help please

I'm having fitted a Termi asymetric to my 749s and dont know if I should go with the Ducati ECU, a power commander or both. Which is the best option?
Thanks
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Nov-2005, 12:32
Replies: 7
Views: 1,707
Posted By BIG-G
It's nice to get something back after the service...

It's nice to get something back after the service costs
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Nov-2005, 12:22
Replies: 2
Views: 1,328
Posted By BIG-G
E-bay and Ducati main dealers. The official one...

E-bay and Ducati main dealers. The official one seem to be made by Motografix http://www.tankpads.com/main.asp
You will see them on the site.
G
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Nov-2005, 11:37
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks Harv, Tyre right size so will play with...

Thanks Harv,
Tyre right size so will play with pressures and your right about the brakes so will start from scratch
G
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Nov-2005, 11:25
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By BIG-G
White lining (tyres not the other stuff)

My 749 white lines a great deal. Tyres are good (mich's) I've ajusted the sag to close to recommended. (35/30mm)
It also sits up greatly on the brakes.
Is this all normal?
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Nov-2005, 11:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,159
Posted By BIG-G
Mines been ok on my speed triple for 2 years on...

Mines been ok on my speed triple for 2 years on same battery.
Have a meta on the 749. Any issues with these?
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Nov-2005, 20:00
Replies: 12
Views: 3,026
Posted By BIG-G
ouch

ouch
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Nov-2005, 16:08
Replies: 12
Views: 3,026
Posted By BIG-G
Exact same as me. 14 litres at 100 mile G

Exact same as me. 14 litres at 100 mile
G
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Nov-2005, 19:44
Replies: 12
Views: 3,026
Posted By BIG-G
749 fuel consumption

Now had 6 weeks and getting 85 to reserve and 7ish to litre.
This at normal touring speeds ie 75/80ish but never get out of 4th/5th max.
Is this about right?
Cheers
G
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Nov-2005, 19:39
Replies: 59
Views: 13,096
Posted By BIG-G
Nice one WC I'll tell the boys. Which road were...

Nice one WC I'll tell the boys.
Which road were you on
G
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Nov-2005, 19:30
Replies: 6
Views: 1,566
Posted By BIG-G
Nearly spilt my beer

Nearly spilt my beer
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Nov-2005, 11:25
Replies: 9
Views: 1,581
Posted By BIG-G
Even pledge will work as it leaves a wax coating...

Even pledge will work as it leaves a wax coating on all parts and is water based so washes off with the muck. Polish where you can see and leave where you can't.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Nov-2005, 11:22
Replies: 11
Views: 2,570
Posted By BIG-G
Clever stuff. Can you give us novices a quick...

Clever stuff. Can you give us novices a quick guide how you did this?
G
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Nov-2005, 11:17
Replies: 67
Views: 20,010
Posted By BIG-G
Just got back from a breakkie run. The joys of...

Just got back from a breakkie run. The joys of under seat pipes. Freezing hands warm bum. 6 degrees out there but no traffic.
Time for a hot shower
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Nov-2005, 13:46
Replies: 59
Views: 13,096
Posted By BIG-G
Will do. I was up at Woody's this week collecting...

Will do. I was up at Woody's this week collecting bike after new fork seal. Busy this weekend but give you a U2U or visa versa
G
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Nov-2005, 11:13
Replies: 59
Views: 13,096
Posted By BIG-G
How loud are termi\'s

I want to fit a Termi asymetrical to my 05 749. Just can, pipe and cover. No ecu as I'll get a power commander after xmas.
I'm concerned how loud they are as living in Nth Wales we get a lot of...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-Nov-2005, 07:14
Replies: 3
Views: 1,113
Posted By BIG-G
Black it is then and the cost is less than a...

Black it is then and the cost is less than a carbon heat shield.
Thanks
G
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-Nov-2005, 11:22
Replies: 3
Views: 1,113
Posted By BIG-G
Silver or black footrests 749

Seen the Xerox 999 at the show and loved the black footrest hangers and heat sheild. Given that mine is a 05 with black subframe whats the vote. Black or leave silver?
G
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Nov-2005, 20:49
Replies: 29
Views: 3,803
Posted By BIG-G
Quick Poll. Who's red, yellow, black or what...

Quick Poll.
Who's red, yellow, black or what colour do you fancy?
Two tone not allowed
G
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Nov-2005, 19:46
Replies: 39
Views: 6,031
Posted By BIG-G
Get some titanium from probolt. Email them direct...

Get some titanium from probolt. Email them direct or phone the boss Kev.
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Nov-2005, 09:42
Replies: 29
Views: 3,803
Posted By BIG-G
Have a look at Auto Trader now as there are big...

Have a look at Auto Trader now as there are big discounts on 05 749S but with silver frame, not red but with 05 swinging arm etc. Told by more than one dealer that these are heavily discounted models...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Nov-2005, 18:32
Replies: 4
Views: 1,276
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks, I'll live with the scratch G

Thanks, I'll live with the scratch
G
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Nov-2005, 18:30
Replies: 22
Views: 4,158
Posted By BIG-G
Email the guys at Scottoiler and they will send...

Email the guys at Scottoiler and they will send you detailed instructions so you can judge for yourself. They are brilliant to deal with.
G
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 02-Nov-2005, 19:27
Replies: 5
Views: 3,511
Posted By BIG-G
Get as much information as you can on similar...

Get as much information as you can on similar bike, age, mileage, condition and for sale price and where possible photographs. Obviously start with dealers web sites as they will be normally at a...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Nov-2005, 11:53
Replies: 4
Views: 1,276
Posted By BIG-G
Scratched mirror lense

Anyone know how to get light scratches out of the glass. Is there some magic stuff or any tips
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2005, 11:44
Replies: 3
Views: 1,440
Posted By BIG-G
Dont like the Duc system but love the 1200gs...

Dont like the Duc system but love the 1200gs given that I use one for touring. Think I'll send them a email on cost.
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Oct-2005, 13:17
Replies: 3
Views: 938
Posted By BIG-G
749 leaking fork seal

The right fork seal seems to have started leaking on 12 month / 5k miles 749s.
Does any one know if this is a common fault, could it be somethig else and or what might have caused it.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 15:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,473
Posted By BIG-G
I followed the basic settings sent to me by this...

I followed the basic settings sent to me by this forum and its now great.
IE, sag/ 35 / 30 front ,rear.
Ive left forks at 3 rings showing.
This works great on the road for me.
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 14:58
Replies: 18
Views: 2,207
Posted By BIG-G
I use wax oil on any winter bike but dont think...

I use wax oil on any winter bike but dont think this will solve all the potential corrosion points on a Duc.
Good luck
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Oct-2005, 18:04
Replies: 12
Views: 2,354
Posted By BIG-G
For anyone in the Nth west I had my speed triple...

For anyone in the Nth west I had my speed triple hangers done at North West enamelers in Buckley near Chester. Brilliant job too.
Forum: Stolen Bikes 18-Oct-2005, 19:37
Replies: 8
Views: 8,623
Posted By BIG-G
In france the cops make you take the key out and...

In france the cops make you take the key out and restart the engine if you leave prior to to the end of the event. Good but doesnt stop it going in a van
So sorry mate, I'll bring my bat down with me...
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