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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Oct-2006, 23:17
Replies: 12
Views: 5,535
Posted By ali
Skiing before Gaudix TD, 21-23rd Feb?

Right, who's up for a few days messing around in the mountains? :D

Gone for the days before as the snow's no so reliable and tends to thin out towards March. No idea on accomodation, etc but we can...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Oct-2006, 22:54
Replies: 68
Views: 19,432
Posted By ali
Rattler Ali

Rattler
Ali
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-Oct-2006, 13:07
Replies: 11
Views: 3,681
Posted By ali
It's just a '96 Superlight with 'orrible cans and...

It's just a '96 Superlight with 'orrible cans and a swiped FE plaque. I would've thought it'd be worth much more as a standard Superlight. Muppet.

Ali
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 23-Oct-2006, 08:58
Replies: 36
Views: 8,459
Posted By ali
I live/work in London and take my bikes half the...

I live/work in London and take my bikes half the length of the country to Nelly at Cornerspeed. Costs a fortune in petrol but it's worth every penny.

Sorry you had to find out the hard way....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 19-Oct-2006, 12:27
Replies: 20
Views: 5,626
Posted By ali
It absolutely hosed it down this morning. My...

It absolutely hosed it down this morning. My Rukka gear laughed and said "Is that all you've got! I am impervious in watery ingress and will not soil my rider with ugly damp patches..."

Massively...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Oct-2006, 11:47
Replies: 6
Views: 1,447
Posted By ali
The ohlins unit for the SS is DU235. It's quite a...

The ohlins unit for the SS is DU235. It's quite a tight fit under the tank so the resevoir is mounted at exactly the right angle, so I'd be careful buying others and hoping they fit. I know someone...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Oct-2006, 23:38
Replies: 6
Views: 1,842
Posted By ali
Tempting, but it's an old one and doesn't have...

Tempting, but it's an old one and doesn't have ride height adjustment. Like the idea of a remote resevoir though...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Oct-2006, 17:53
Replies: 418
Views: 88,761
Posted By ali
This sounds fantastic, really looking forward to...

This sounds fantastic, really looking forward to it now.

Anyone up for a few days skiing either the week before or after? You're so close to Sierra Nevada that you could ride the dry sessions and...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Oct-2006, 17:43
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By ali
I've spoken to at least one respected tuner that...

I've spoken to at least one respected tuner that reckoned a well set up pair of FRC39s would do a better job than the injectors. They're not easy beasts to get set up though... and god knows what...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Oct-2006, 18:31
Replies: 5
Views: 2,049
Posted By ali
Frame checking/straightening in the south east?

Hi All,

As some will know, I've spent a fair amount of time this year actively checking the safety features of a number uk tracks..... ;)

As I'm intending on stripping the wee beastie back to the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 11-Oct-2006, 12:50
Replies: 418
Views: 88,761
Posted By ali
domski dickie rich-racing rattler? tonio (minus a...

domski
dickie
rich-racing
rattler?
tonio (minus a kidney)
fil2 (minus a cornea)
ali (if weekend)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 16:45
Replies: 22
Views: 283,074
Posted By ali
I'm sure you'll change your mind at least five...

I'm sure you'll change your mind at least five times this winter, buy another 3 DD bikes, sell two, strip one down, rebuild it, sell it, and finally buy the fastest one available at the time and turn...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Oct-2006, 11:25
Replies: 11
Views: 4,825
Posted By ali
Absolutely stunning. Isn't this how a 999R should...

Absolutely stunning. Isn't this how a 999R should be in the first place???
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 23:52
Replies: 13
Views: 3,404
Posted By ali
but fair. :(

but fair. :(
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 22:13
Replies: 13
Views: 3,404
Posted By ali
:lol: :lol: :lol: Yeah, right! No chance......

:lol: :lol: :lol:

Yeah, right! No chance......
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Sep-2006, 19:13
Replies: 28
Views: 9,003
Posted By ali
I've just bought an Africa Twin for exactly that...

I've just bought an Africa Twin for exactly that commute (M40, A40, West end). I knew it'd be a bit wide before I bought it, but I want to do some long-distance touring next year and it'll be up to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Sep-2006, 11:42
Replies: 20
Views: 3,279
Posted By ali
Phil had an adaptor made up which seemed to work...

Phil had an adaptor made up which seemed to work well, or you can get a longer shock. Ohlins DU235 is up to 12mm longer than std, but if you're going to spend that sort of money then I'd recommend...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Sep-2006, 11:34
Replies: 83
Views: 22,281
Posted By ali
Chass Grace Alec Hannah Henners Murray And...

Chass
Grace
Alec
Hannah
Henners
Murray And Bev
Monty
AK & CK
hawk / maybe nicki
dickie
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Sep-2006, 14:43
Replies: 4
Views: 2,276
Posted By ali
Hi Frank, I'd love to have a crack at this as...

Hi Frank,

I'd love to have a crack at this as Rising Rate makes far more sense than a Cantilever setup but, as Jools says, there's not much difference in the long run. The NCR millona (God's 2v) not...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 12-Sep-2006, 13:49
Replies: 16
Views: 5,416
Posted By ali
You could always hire one for a week:...

You could always hire one for a week:
http://bikesource.co.uk/index.php?viewCat=41

There's even one there that hires VFRs. :)

Cheers,

Ali
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Sep-2006, 23:30
Replies: 22
Views: 5,007
Posted By ali
I'm running a 14t on my 620ie and have been all...

I'm running a 14t on my 620ie and have been all season. When I put it on I checked both sprockets and boss size / alignment was identical. The chain is in exactly the same place as it was with a...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 06-Sep-2006, 18:26
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By ali
Thanks Antony, please bring them along although...

Thanks Antony, please bring them along although I'd reckon they're going to be pretty baggy as 50s are a bit big on him. As far as I'm concerned he can ride around in a Big Bird costume.....
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 06-Sep-2006, 18:23
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By ali
:lol: Muppet, he just tried on some Alpinstars!...

:lol: Muppet, he just tried on some Alpinstars! They must, of course, be Ku****ani Evo Kevlars in pink/lilac with pistachio green inserts......
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 06-Sep-2006, 17:46
Replies: 6
Views: 2,155
Posted By ali
Eeek, leathers / boots needed for Dave's RFH track evening.

Afternoon all,

Managed to persuade a mate to finally have a go on track at the DH evening next week but he's shy on leathers/boots. Would anyone be able to help with the following??:

Leathers -...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Aug-2006, 23:49
Replies: 43
Views: 6,534
Posted By ali
DD both days, SV sunday - one race only Sounds...

DD both days, SV sunday - one race only

Sounds like a much better weekend!

:D
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 15-Aug-2006, 12:08
Replies: 88
Views: 25,486
Posted By ali
Wouldn't miss it for all'tea int China! Am also...

Wouldn't miss it for all'tea int China! Am also using it to bring a newbie into the fold. :) We'll mostly be circulating on the most battered DD bike you've ever seen! :D

Track:
1. Pietro - Dibs (in...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Aug-2006, 10:22
Replies: 16
Views: 2,877
Posted By ali
Huge congrats to the pair of you (especially...

Huge congrats to the pair of you (especially Kirsty for putting the work in!)! Hope Dan grows up to be as mad as his dad! :D

All the best,

Ali
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Aug-2006, 10:41
Replies: 12
Views: 2,590
Posted By ali
Personally I like to eat and drink heavily for...

Personally I like to eat and drink heavily for several weeks before a race, turn up in a state of utter confusion, have a terrible nights sleep and then drag my close-to-expiring carcass around the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Aug-2006, 10:47
Replies: 35
Views: 3,444
Posted By ali
Angry Race entry back for Donny

DD only. F'ing wonderful........
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-Aug-2006, 17:00
Replies: 1
Views: 1,321
Posted By ali
I'd try jim at bikeenders, usually has that sort...

I'd try jim at bikeenders, usually has that sort of thing. If not then I'm sure a Monster owner will be along shortly... :)

Good luck.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 31-Jul-2006, 15:05
Replies: 7
Views: 4,008
Posted By ali
Bang on Zimbo. 41s are the best bet, but I find...

Bang on Zimbo. 41s are the best bet, but I find the most noticeable difference is the change in throttle response from the accelerator pumps. Miles better out of corners, pulling wheelies, etc. Very...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jul-2006, 22:50
Replies: 62
Views: 24,544
Posted By ali
Really sorry I can't be there but the SL isn't...

Really sorry I can't be there but the SL isn't running at the mo, and the DD bike needs lots of love and attention before the next race. Gutted. :(

Say hi to Bloo and all the lovely 2vs for me, and...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Jul-2006, 17:08
Replies: 28
Views: 3,181
Posted By ali
Well done Tony. Sensationally cheap, stunningly...

Well done Tony. Sensationally cheap, stunningly ugly! :lol:

I'm sure you'll absolutely rip on it!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jul-2006, 13:25
Replies: 11
Views: 4,464
Posted By ali
Snooze on Paul, see you at the final DD round....

Snooze on Paul, see you at the final DD round. :)

Ali
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Jul-2006, 20:43
Replies: 57
Views: 8,091
Posted By ali
Friday TD Ali Bisson #7 Saturday TD Phil Harris...

Friday TD
Ali Bisson #7

Saturday TD
Phil Harris #17 & #71
Phill Clarke #29
Dominic Cann #23
Kyle Hinton #66
Tim Pritchard #85
Jon #19
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Jul-2006, 10:29
Replies: 14
Views: 3,113
Posted By ali
I spoke to Steve Tuckey at GPR last week about...

I spoke to Steve Tuckey at GPR last week about this, his take was they never sell spares as they've had too many problems with bodged kit, but they keep the servicing costs really low (non-profit on...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Jul-2006, 16:32
Replies: 24
Views: 4,403
Posted By ali
Well done Kelly! Make sure you wave when passing...

Well done Kelly! Make sure you wave when passing Phil on his 620.... :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Jul-2006, 11:08
Replies: 93
Views: 21,102
Posted By ali
Been thinking about this over the weekend and...

Been thinking about this over the weekend and still can't quite get my head around it. Lets go back to their rationale:

"This situation arises of course as a result of the increasing number of “Red...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Jul-2006, 10:53
Replies: 93
Views: 21,102
Posted By ali
I just spoke to Jean at New Era who told me that...

I just spoke to Jean at New Era who told me that the extra race (regardless of length) was £25, but I'm sure they'll change their mind if needs be.

She did seem to think that the class was pretty...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-Jul-2006, 10:35
Replies: 13
Views: 3,819
Posted By ali
Just a word of caution, the guy has almost no...

Just a word of caution, the guy has almost no feedback and doesn't seem to have bought/sold anything bike related before. I'd hate to see you get your fingers burnt. If you win the auction I'd only...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Jul-2006, 22:54
Replies: 93
Views: 21,102
Posted By ali
Sorry Steve but you'll have to swallow it. Lap 5...

Sorry Steve but you'll have to swallow it. Lap 5 & 6 of almost every race see the back end sliding. It's not a matter that they go off, more that the top layer of rubber overheats while the carcass...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jul-2006, 18:30
Replies: 43
Views: 5,769
Posted By ali
I think we'd all be near as dammit as quick...

I think we'd all be near as dammit as quick regardless of bike, it's just a matter of comfort, especially as NE want to amalgamate all next years meets into one 84 lap race of all the uk circuits in...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jul-2006, 18:24
Replies: 43
Views: 5,769
Posted By ali
I think we'd all be near as dammit as quick...

I think we'd all be near as dammit as quick regardless of bike, it's just a matter of comfort, especially as NE want to amalgamate all next years meets into one 84 lap race of all the uk circuits in...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jul-2006, 17:05
Replies: 43
Views: 5,769
Posted By ali
There's definitely more room on an SS. I rode...

There's definitely more room on an SS. I rode several monsters last year and they were all quite a bit more cramped. Having said that I still can't feel my feet at the end of a race!

I'd go for an...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jul-2006, 15:38
Replies: 11
Views: 3,178
Posted By ali
Everything you ever wanted to know about master...

Everything you ever wanted to know about master cyl's can be found in Shazaam!'s post here:

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/showthread.php?t=15281
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jul-2006, 00:26
Replies: 93
Views: 21,102
Posted By ali
Are you on drugs? Which bit of the greed play did...

Are you on drugs? Which bit of the greed play did you miss??

I'm as positive as anyone else about DD, and always have been, but I know when I'm being shafted. When the dirty fecker printed the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Jul-2006, 11:50
Replies: 8
Views: 3,506
Posted By ali
White wheels, you know it makes sense!

White wheels, you know it makes sense!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Jul-2006, 11:35
Replies: 8
Views: 3,506
Posted By ali
And the fact it's been hit repeatedly with the...

And the fact it's been hit repeatedly with the ugly stick......
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Jul-2006, 11:23
Replies: 8
Views: 3,506
Posted By ali
That's just plain weird, a real parts bin...

That's just plain weird, a real parts bin special....

Different calipers, alloy swingarm, high level pipes, realy badly done transfers.....
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Jul-2006, 23:37
Replies: 20
Views: 3,891
Posted By ali
Dom, you're a god. Your single greatest...

Dom, you're a god. Your single greatest acheivement to date. Top work fella. :D
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