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Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Aug-2009, 11:34
Replies: 15
Views: 3,407
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Is it Matt that goes off on the grass on vid two,...

Is it Matt that goes off on the grass on vid two, very straight up and down riding style, but clearly effective/works for him

WeeJohnyB
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Aug-2009, 11:25
Replies: 15
Views: 3,407
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Very very funny, you must have poooed yourself...

Very very funny, you must have poooed yourself and then thought oh, I'll just go through this nice gap in the wall. Where was the rest of the field and how did you pass the rider in the orange vest...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Aug-2009, 11:01
Replies: 6
Views: 1,722
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Great write up. I love how we can enjoy racing...

Great write up. I love how we can enjoy racing whether you are first or last. Some of my best memories are where I've not been near the front and just enjoying the racing. I recall a mate I used to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Aug-2009, 10:49
Replies: 29
Views: 4,144
Posted By WeeJohnyB
3/4 October is the Dave Holland Memorial event so...

3/4 October is the Dave Holland Memorial event so it will be busy with old racers, (very possibly me included). On Saturday there will be a band in the canteen (not me) and fireworks and a comedy...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 29-Jul-2009, 15:23
Replies: 3
Views: 2,383
Posted By WeeJohnyB
.........cause we're all going to the No Limits...

.........cause we're all going to the No Limits one to Portimao on 13, 14, 15 November :-) .........but it's sold out already :-( book now for March as it will fill very quickly - I will defo be...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Jul-2009, 11:46
Replies: 24
Views: 4,120
Posted By WeeJohnyB
you're my hero Ant:D WeeJohnyB

you're my hero Ant:D

WeeJohnyB
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Jul-2009, 11:42
Replies: 3
Views: 1,554
Posted By WeeJohnyB
been there as an instructor where we were out...

been there as an instructor where we were out with the marshals sweeping the standing water off the circuit. As JPM says, there seems to be a permanent puddle at old hall, right on the apex
...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Jul-2009, 21:54
Replies: 24
Views: 4,120
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Strongly advise a trackday before racing Oulton....

Strongly advise a trackday before racing Oulton. If your first outing is qualifying, you'll be LAST. And the race will not be very enjoyable. Much of it is blind. You won't learn it in a few laps of...
Forum: New User Introductions 13-Jul-2009, 11:39
Replies: 2
Views: 3,843
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Welcome. Plenty of activity in your area. Get the...

Welcome. Plenty of activity in your area. Get the bike and join the club.

WeeJohnyB
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Jul-2009, 10:15
Replies: 23
Views: 4,927
Posted By WeeJohnyB
unlucky Paul. GWS WeeJohnyB

unlucky Paul. GWS

WeeJohnyB
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Jul-2009, 10:47
Replies: 4
Views: 2,118
Posted By WeeJohnyB
1. Different schools of thought. Best to follow...

1. Different schools of thought. Best to follow the handbook as you would expect the manufacturer to know best. You'll hear all sorts of stories including racers I have seen unwrapping the bike out...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 21-Jun-2009, 23:40
Replies: 11
Views: 8,013
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Do a trackday with No Limits and get Colin at...

Do a trackday with No Limits and get Colin at 100% Suspension to do it for you, then test it for 7 sessions whilst he adjusts as required...there is no better way to test it and get sound advice from...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Jun-2009, 10:55
Replies: 7
Views: 2,873
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I don't think it would pass on tickover. You...

I don't think it would pass on tickover. You started it up and Skids and I looked at each other and both said, 'well that's got no chance'

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Jun-2009, 10:52
Replies: 22
Views: 8,119
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Keefy it was a joy and a highlight of the 2 days...

Keefy it was a joy and a highlight of the 2 days to see you mate, and you were on your bike which is even better.

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 17-Jun-2009, 16:03
Replies: 2
Views: 2,084
Posted By WeeJohnyB
It was there when I left, I didn't pick it up as...

It was there when I left, I didn't pick it up as I thought you were coming back to plug in every so often. Circuit will have it, you'll need to pick it up or get someone on a trackday to get it for...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Jun-2009, 18:55
Replies: 10
Views: 3,652
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Quote......."Mansfield, light brakes"...

Quote......."Mansfield, light brakes" ?!?!?!?!?!?

Shouldn't your rear wheel be in the air?

WeeJohnyB
Forum: New User Introductions 12-Jun-2009, 11:35
Replies: 3
Views: 3,219
Posted By WeeJohnyB
1198 on Jersey....you need to get in with the...

1198 on Jersey....you need to get in with the Jersey trackday crew that come on No Limits days so you can get out of first gear as Monty says

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Jun-2009, 11:34
Replies: 6
Views: 2,517
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Ho Ho Ho Mr Monty, remember you talk first, then...

Ho Ho Ho Mr Monty, remember you talk first, then I have the floor (or the chair as it happens), so be careful my son...I'll be watching you (if I can see you as you'll no doubt be sitting down...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jun-2009, 10:32
Replies: 5
Views: 2,269
Posted By WeeJohnyB
that's the stuff. Guido used to use it, protects...

that's the stuff. Guido used to use it, protects your paint and stops things sliding, add a couple of bungees and you're done.

Your other option is a magnetic tank bag, simple on and off although...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 10-Jun-2009, 12:37
Replies: 10
Views: 3,652
Posted By WeeJohnyB
not a great description of a lap to be honest,...

not a great description of a lap to be honest, very basic - there are corners and straights would be as useful, for example Hall Bends is not quite as described and it doesn't even mention Coppice,...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Jun-2009, 18:20
Replies: 7
Views: 2,642
Posted By WeeJohnyB
agree with Skids, 39 in the back is a lot on a...

agree with Skids, 39 in the back is a lot on a track, but if it's cold and you are average rider, then stick with what you know. I'd drop the rear to 35, see how you feel. If it's hot and you are...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Jun-2009, 16:47
Replies: 18
Views: 5,059
Posted By WeeJohnyB
sussed me Kev, I pretty much always roll off at...

sussed me Kev, I pretty much always roll off at the top, must try harder eh ;-)

TP, I'd be embarrassed posting that photo mate, in saying that, the bike has done well getting you off the ground...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Jun-2009, 12:14
Replies: 18
Views: 5,059
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Please buy photo's, Guy gives up a lot of time...

Please buy photo's, Guy gives up a lot of time and works incredibly hard all day to get some of the best photos you will see of bikes on track.

In saying that, he still hasn't managed to get me...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Jun-2009, 12:11
Replies: 7
Views: 2,642
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Depends on your riding and the weather and what...

Depends on your riding and the weather and what tyres you have on. CB is to confirm if there is a tyre guy there, if so, he tyre guy can advise. Many others will also be able to give you advice. If...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Jun-2009, 12:01
Replies: 22
Views: 6,835
Posted By WeeJohnyB
you are very welcome......if Martin from Ducati...

you are very welcome......if Martin from Ducati Glasgow comes on the track walk he can point out where my traction control kicks in!!!

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Tyres 28-May-2009, 18:44
Replies: 5
Views: 9,049
Posted By WeeJohnyB
You're right Ray, anything black and round goes...

You're right Ray, anything black and round goes on a car, not many who are precious about car tyres. I don't find myself asking about grip levels, wet performance and wear rate, just 'how much...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 21:33
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
ok Bradders, you're first bit of virtual...

ok Bradders, you're first bit of virtual instruction

just go faster

there you go, easy this instructing game

I have a photo of me racing on my CB5 at home next to a picture of James Toseland...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 18:57
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
so we can drink tea and talk shyte!!! ;) you've...

so we can drink tea and talk shyte!!! ;)

you've got the instructing lark sorted then....... as 'chief' instructor, cough, choke, I will be talking the most sheeite and in true chiefy type fashion,...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 16:49
Replies: 10
Views: 3,857
Posted By WeeJohnyB
not to my knowledge Bionicle, but I suspect there...

not to my knowledge Bionicle, but I suspect there are maybe names that would raise an eyebrow or two with the MT. I think it's a serious point though and one I have mentioned on ISC site. I know...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 16:36
Replies: 22
Views: 6,835
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I normally put my mountain bike in the van. I'd...

I normally put my mountain bike in the van. I'd need some bubble wrap to bring my road pushbike in the No Limits van - it's worth more than both my motorbikes put together, but then one of them is...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 16:30
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I'll bring a moped from the school for...

I'll bring a moped from the school for you....should be good for a 1.59 lap


(of the assembly area)

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 14:48
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I'm assuming the panels are not a clue unless you...

I'm assuming the panels are not a clue unless you are putting a woolf in sheaps clothing!!

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 11:21
Replies: 22
Views: 6,835
Posted By WeeJohnyB
appreciate it's an age thing Roy, it's tricky...

appreciate it's an age thing Roy, it's tricky walking and drinking at the same time...I'm going to try walking, talking and drinking.....multi-tasking

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 09:46
Replies: 22
Views: 6,835
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Cadwell Track WALK Sunday night

I will be doing my (now) traditional track walk on Sunday night at 7.30pm Meet in the assembly area if you are interested.

We will grab a couple of beers and some oxygen for walking up Coppice and...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 09:37
Replies: 10
Views: 3,857
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I don't think scruffy 1098's are allowed on the...

I don't think scruffy 1098's are allowed on the DSC day in any case.

Say hello on Sunday

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 26-May-2009, 09:36
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Tim ...."And if you want some top quality...

Tim ...."And if you want some top quality instruction, speak to WJB!!! ;)"

......who will point you in the direction of Skids....

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-May-2009, 19:40
Replies: 10
Views: 3,857
Posted By WeeJohnyB
nice one, but please ensure it doesn't drop any...

nice one, but please ensure it doesn't drop any oil on the track!!!

Are non-members allowed to turn up on the day? How much do they pay? Does this include a 'day membership' or full year...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-May-2009, 16:22
Replies: 10
Views: 3,857
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Cadwell Countdown

I make it only 20 days until we meet up on Sunday night in anticipation of the best ever couple of days on track at the DSC trackday on 15 and 16 June.

Speaking to Monty, I know we still have...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-May-2009, 16:07
Replies: 36
Views: 8,576
Posted By WeeJohnyB
His Lordship, the right honourable sir tim of...

His Lordship, the right honourable sir tim of trumpet esq, obe dsc and bogof is indeed instructing. Monty will be available for pointing at you from the canteen (with his good arm)

Having only done...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-May-2009, 12:15
Replies: 34
Views: 6,359
Posted By WeeJohnyB
one careful owner!!! WeeJohnyB

one careful owner!!!

WeeJohnyB
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-May-2009, 10:05
Replies: 34
Views: 6,359
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Wow, great pictures for the mantel piece. Glad to...

Wow, great pictures for the mantel piece. Glad to hear you are on the mend but even happier to hear you are already fine about it and looking forward to getting back. Nice one. GWS both of you
...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-May-2009, 21:05
Replies: 26
Views: 5,838
Posted By WeeJohnyB
When you get to read this Jon and Claire, we're...

When you get to read this Jon and Claire, we're all thinking of you, hope not too painful and bones will heal soon. (be healed just in time for Cadwell!?!?!?!?)

All the best

WeeJohnyB
Forum: New User Introductions 08-May-2009, 12:25
Replies: 12
Views: 6,905
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Ha ha Monty...."but be careful all Ducati's...

Ha ha Monty...."but be careful all Ducati's have the habit of feeling 20mph slower than you are actually travelling"....no mate, that's just you going 20mph slower than everyone (excepting of course...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-May-2009, 12:20
Replies: 9
Views: 3,252
Posted By WeeJohnyB
I wouldn't trust a bike stand, side or centre...

I wouldn't trust a bike stand, side or centre ones. Even a paddock stand is dodgy unless you have the front of the bike forced up against the front of the van.

I use the Keefy method. Get an old...
Forum: New User Introductions 07-May-2009, 10:25
Replies: 3
HI
Views: 3,795
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Welcome chewkies, hang around and join in and get...

Welcome chewkies, hang around and join in and get yourself a ducati

So far this week I have seen posts from California, Australia, Malaysia and Yorkshire

What a global club we are


WeeJohnyB
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-May-2009, 16:35
Replies: 3
Views: 2,127
Posted By WeeJohnyB
But you've got evenly distributed ballast...

But you've got evenly distributed ballast Bradders.....tee hee

The tyre wear you talk of is no big deal, it happens on lots of bikes and tyre manufacturers. My supercorsa pros don't do it on my...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 05-May-2009, 23:15
Replies: 6
Views: 2,897
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Paul, if you are not camping on Sunday night, you...

Paul, if you are not camping on Sunday night, you have to be there to sign-on first thing Monday morning 7.30am and ready for the briefing at 8.30am. First session is 9.00am for the fast group,...
Forum: New User Introductions 05-May-2009, 10:21
Replies: 6
Views: 4,180
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Welcome John, hope to see you on here in the...

Welcome John, hope to see you on here in the future

WeeJohnyB
Forum: New User Introductions 05-May-2009, 09:56
Replies: 8
Views: 4,101
Posted By WeeJohnyB
Looks lovely. Don't think the spare wheel in the...

Looks lovely. Don't think the spare wheel in the photo will fit though.

You've got to do a little write up of your first ride on it (please)

See you at Cadwell on 15th?

Welcome

WeeJohnyB
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 27-Apr-2009, 22:18
Replies: 17
Views: 4,790
Posted By WeeJohnyB
No Ray, I got some part-worns to test so won't be...

No Ray, I got some part-worns to test so won't be on the Dunlops for a bit yet. I have used a few different tyres but always go back to supercorsa Pro's. I find they wear well on track and are very...
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