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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jun-2005, 23:23
Replies: 21
Views: 4,309
Posted By ducv2
As I have the same year SPS, all I would say...

As I have the same year SPS, all I would say apart from the usual belt, servicing routine, is to get the dealer to prove all of the rockers are in good condition before you buy, especially at that...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 21-Jun-2005, 11:40
Replies: 5
Views: 1,634
Posted By ducv2
Wish I had tried that:o:o

Wish I had tried that:o:o
Forum: General Motorcycles only 20-Jun-2005, 08:07
Replies: 5
Views: 1,634
Posted By ducv2
Last time I had one done, it took about 5 hours...

Last time I had one done, it took about 5 hours on a dyno. Depends on whether you can negotiate a flat rate for the job, or if the dyno operator will only charge by the hour. Think that last session...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Jun-2005, 00:16
Replies: 10
Views: 3,300
Posted By ducv2
Take care exiting Edwina's, 1/2 a dozen high...

Take care exiting Edwina's, 1/2 a dozen high sides there on todays trackday.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Jun-2005, 23:26
Replies: 3
Views: 1,939
Posted By ducv2
Marc, Be there on the 17th, 18th and 20th, be...

Marc,
Be there on the 17th, 18th and 20th, be round to see you next week, need some slicks. Fast group all three days, having a training session at Mallory on the 7th
Ian
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Mar-2005, 23:48
Replies: 21
Views: 4,530
Posted By ducv2
The point I was trying to make is that the...

The point I was trying to make is that the braking force in the disc is transmitted to the wheel hub by the friction between the disc and the hub and not by driving on the bolts so they should not be...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Mar-2005, 16:59
Replies: 21
Views: 4,530
Posted By ducv2
Out of interest, I have been told that if the...

Out of interest, I have been told that if the depth of engaged thread is more than 2.5 times the bolt dia. (and the threads are in good condition), the bolt will snap before the threads strip in the...
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Mar-2005, 16:18
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By ducv2
Not sure, its not really a peak, more of a bump,...

Not sure, its not really a peak, more of a bump, and gradually drops off towards the red line, dropping to maybe 125 at the rev limiter at 10800
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 23:06
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By ducv2
Looking at 130@9000 for my sps, but anyone want...

Looking at 130@9000 for my sps, but anyone want to swop for an 888 sps???
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2005, 23:01
Replies: 11
Views: 2,006
Posted By ducv2
Got about 4000 miles out of my original clutch...

Got about 4000 miles out of my original clutch pack for a 12 ear STM slipper clutch, but it was the novelty factor. Approx 6000 so far on next set of plates (including 10 or so track days), and still...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 21:47
Replies: 18
Views: 3,287
Posted By ducv2
Shazaam's graph looks like my power runs with and...

Shazaam's graph looks like my power runs with and without an over the bellmouth filter. I was amazed at the power gain just by removing it (and it was clean;)) And the noise is justification by...
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 26-Feb-2005, 21:47
Replies: 18
Views: 8,986
Posted By ducv2
Shazaam's graph looks like my power runs with and...

Shazaam's graph looks like my power runs with and without an over the bellmouth filter. I was amazed at the power gain just by removing it (and it was clean;)) And the noise is justification by...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 10:41
Replies: 74
Views: 18,481
Posted By ducv2
My thoughts exactly:(:(:(:(:(

My thoughts exactly:(:(:(:(:(
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Feb-2005, 00:12
Replies: 74
Views: 18,481
Posted By ducv2
Did the same years ago on a 916, no probs with...

Did the same years ago on a 916, no probs with cops or MOT, bought it like that officer :D:D. I really can't understand all the negative posts on this :puzzled::puzzled:, hope its not elitist b*****t...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Feb-2005, 18:32
Replies: 20
Views: 3,323
Posted By ducv2
The R&G crash bungs that fit a 9*6 don't...

The R&G crash bungs that fit a 9*6 don't actually use an engine mount, but consist of two large alloy plates that clamp onto a frame tube. Each of these plates has a 'ledge' which butts against...
Forum: 851 / 888 21-Feb-2005, 23:11
Replies: 13
Views: 3,880
Posted By ducv2
Bugger, I passed on that for 8 grand about 7...

Bugger, I passed on that for 8 grand about 7 years ago:(:(:(
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 21-Feb-2005, 23:05
Replies: 7
Views: 2,897
Posted By ducv2
I had a problem at Oulton Park with noise level,...

I had a problem at Oulton Park with noise level, the guy with the sound meter allowed me to put the bike in gear and put some load on the clutch. This dropped the sound level enough to let me on the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Feb-2005, 10:37
Replies: 4
Views: 1,642
Posted By ducv2
Well, I've just got a set of R&G bungs, which...

Well, I've just got a set of R&G bungs, which were flaming expensive and will not fit without worrk to the clamp plates. Reckon they will be OK on a low speed off but not so sure at higher speeds. ...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Feb-2005, 13:51
Replies: 83
Views: 29,259
Posted By ducv2
But with a current 911 you can see where it is...

But with a current 911 you can see where it is coming from even if it shares nothing with its predecessors. Ducati had a huge style change between the 851/888 and the 916 series, which worked, and...
Forum: Shazaam! on Brakes, Tyres and Wheels 13-Feb-2005, 11:31
Replies: 10
Views: 8,392
Posted By ducv2
I was told that due to the torque of the bigger...

I was told that due to the torque of the bigger engine, and the increased chain size, the chain did not appreciate running round a smaller radius sprocket, and that it was better (allthough more...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Feb-2005, 11:31
Replies: 10
Views: 7,082
Posted By ducv2
I was told that due to the torque of the bigger...

I was told that due to the torque of the bigger engine, and the increased chain size, the chain did not appreciate running round a smaller radius sprocket, and that it was better (allthough more...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2005, 23:18
Replies: 23
Views: 2,652
Posted By ducv2
Just come back from another dyno session today,...

Just come back from another dyno session today, seeing 133-135 rwhp on a 1999 996 SPS:D:D:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Feb-2005, 22:18
Replies: 60
Views: 11,235
Posted By ducv2
Depends on the size of your sprockets, but I...

Depends on the size of your sprockets, but I would guess you would have problems tensioning a 120 link chain on a 9*6;). 96 link on mine with larger rear sprocket.

[Edited on 8-2-2005 by ducv2]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Feb-2005, 22:12
Replies: 8
Views: 1,065
Posted By ducv2
I found the handling exactly the same after...

I found the handling exactly the same after changing from a 916 to a 996, but was a lot happier with the engine. However, it was just as good on the road, and it is a lot better looking than a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2005, 23:42
Replies: 5
Views: 1,042
Posted By ducv2
Snapped mine at 11000 miles on an 851:lol::lol:,...

Snapped mine at 11000 miles on an 851:lol::lol:, so if you are in any doubt I would get it done. Trust me its the cheaper option:o:o:o
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Feb-2005, 23:25
Replies: 18
Views: 3,429
Posted By ducv2
Bought my bike 5 years ago as an import for...

Bought my bike 5 years ago as an import for £4000 less than the official Ducati price. 2 months later the official price dropped to £500 above what I paid. How happy would I have been to see that...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2005, 00:44
Replies: 83
Views: 29,259
Posted By ducv2
998R :o:o:o:o:o:D

998R :o:o:o:o:o:D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jan-2005, 17:27
Replies: 21
Views: 2,089
Posted By ducv2
If you run a 2 stroke with petroil mix on a dyno...

If you run a 2 stroke with petroil mix on a dyno and allow the engine to slow down with the dyno roller (which takes some time), with the throttle shut, it will probably seize. Maybe this is the type...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2005, 23:41
Replies: 19
Views: 2,190
Posted By ducv2
Yeah, but the extra weight is like losing 1/2 hp...

Yeah, but the extra weight is like losing 1/2 hp on the track:lol::lol::lol::lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2005, 23:22
Replies: 19
Views: 2,190
Posted By ducv2
Always used Castrol chain lube as the Duke was...

Always used Castrol chain lube as the Duke was used in all weathers, but now I am Exupped for rainy days, I might give this new fangled WD40 a try.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2005, 12:07
Replies: 21
Views: 4,406
Posted By ducv2
No chance of keeping the 916 as well?,...

No chance of keeping the 916 as well?, depreciation must be zero by now. Failing that, the 996 is what I thought the 916 was going to be.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jan-2005, 11:04
Replies: 47
Views: 8,049
Posted By ducv2
If you do get the bike set up correctly, even if...

If you do get the bike set up correctly, even if you can't really tell the difference, you do have the satisfaction of knowing the engine is running at its best. I work on 30000 hp engines, and I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jan-2005, 14:12
Replies: 48
Views: 8,484
Posted By ducv2
Workshop manual gives a variety of oil...

Workshop manual gives a variety of oil viscosities for different ambient operating temperatures, so maybe everyone is right :devil::devil::devil:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jan-2005, 13:59
Replies: 47
Views: 8,049
Posted By ducv2
I found better mid range throttle response after...

I found better mid range throttle response after fitting one, nowt noticeable at the top end at the time. Fuel consumption improved by 20 miles/tank so you would get your money back...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jan-2005, 22:35
Replies: 48
Views: 8,484
Posted By ducv2
Cheers Shazaam:):)

Cheers Shazaam:):)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jan-2005, 22:12
Replies: 1
Views: 1,249
Posted By ducv2
Worked on my SPS, still running twin...

Worked on my SPS, still running twin injectors.

[Edited on 17-1-2005 by ducv2]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jan-2005, 14:49
Replies: 48
Views: 8,484
Posted By ducv2
Tried Ducati reccomended oils, which resulted in...

Tried Ducati reccomended oils, which resulted in 12 scrap rockers. Possibly not caused by the degredation of the oil, but who knows. I have no doubt someone will be along to correct me, but the first...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jan-2005, 10:17
Replies: 48
Views: 8,484
Posted By ducv2
Castrol 5W/60 [Edited on 16-1-2005 by ducv2]

Castrol 5W/60

[Edited on 16-1-2005 by ducv2]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jan-2005, 19:02
Replies: 48
Views: 8,484
Posted By ducv2
After every track day, and every 1000 miles on...

After every track day, and every 1000 miles on the road
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jan-2005, 23:59
Replies: 22
Views: 3,556
Posted By ducv2
The filters shown by Shazaam are probably the way...

The filters shown by Shazaam are probably the way I will go, after seeing such a dramatic increase in power after freeing up air box space, I am loathe to put anything in there. The main reason I had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jan-2005, 11:34
Replies: 22
Views: 3,556
Posted By ducv2
Yes its a 99 996 SPS, standard except for...

Yes its a 99 996 SPS, standard except for corrected valve timing. Filter was a ramair foam type, which fitted over both bellmouths and took up about half the airbox volume. Think other types of over...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2005, 22:51
Replies: 22
Views: 3,556
Posted By ducv2
Under Tank Air Filters

Having read and re-read posts in the past on this subject, decided today was the day to run back to back tests with and without filter to see if there was any difference.
First run gave 121 rwhp and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jan-2005, 18:47
Replies: 54
Views: 9,794
Posted By ducv2
[[Ouch mate that hurts I pride hyself on being...

[[Ouch mate that hurts

I pride hyself on being the sort of person who picks things up and is willing to give it a go. I may not be as skilled as some of you but if i never try then i never will be...
Forum: Classic 05-Jan-2005, 22:33
Replies: 8
Views: 3,961
Posted By ducv2
BDG, you might suggest to your friend that a...

BDG, you might suggest to your friend that a plain bearing mille crank will fit as well with a bit of work. (and a new oil pump, thanks phil)


[Edited on 6-1-2005 by ducv2]
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-Dec-2004, 01:01
Replies: 21
Views: 3,759
Posted By ducv2
Tell me your joking Frank:o:o, why not try a 748...

Tell me your joking Frank:o:o, why not try a 748 of some description, I have seen how fast even a standard one can be pedalled around Croft and they can be picked up cheapish (Iknow all things are...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Dec-2004, 00:54
Replies: 37
Views: 11,143
Posted By ducv2
My 996 sps cost £15000 5 years ago, now worth...

My 996 sps cost £15000 5 years ago, now worth £6500????. If my Italian had been better it would have been a different SPS in the garage. I know most of us don't buy bikes as an investment, but that...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Dec-2004, 00:29
Replies: 37
Views: 11,143
Posted By ducv2
I was offered one in italy about 6 years ago for...

I was offered one in italy about 6 years ago for around £12000, so maybe you have a good deal. I reckon that barring a certificated race bike (or an Appollo :o:o) this must be one of the rarest Dukes...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Sep-2004, 21:06
Replies: 14
Views: 2,403
Posted By ducv2
Ducati have done this for years with their...

Ducati have done this for years with their engines, one year its in the limited edition bike then it filters down to the models further down the line a year or so later, usually a few grand cheaper....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2004, 00:04
Replies: 16
Views: 2,162
Posted By ducv2
I found the 4 pad calipers to be a great...

I found the 4 pad calipers to be a great improvement over the originals, regularly come up on E-bay, got mine for £150 inc hoses and pads.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 21:02
Replies: 41
Views: 6,607
Posted By ducv2
The records I take back with me are carbons and...

The records I take back with me are carbons and seem quite thorough so they should still have records especially going back only a couple of years
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