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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 19-May-2005, 15:47
Replies: 23
Views: 4,766
Posted By 748mart
I've just booked myself on this day, Just hope...

I've just booked myself on this day, Just hope you guys don't mind a non DD Boy coming along to play.

Don't worry I won't get in your way as I'll be in the 'ivejustcumhereforagentlebimble' group.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-May-2005, 12:17
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,938
Posted By 748mart
Yes Jools, its the same stroke as 916 but as you...

Yes Jools, its the same stroke as 916 but as you suggest the Crank & Rods are higher spec in the Ferracci Kit. The kit will also work on 748, 888, 851 etc still giving you 955. As I suggested in...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 23:10
Replies: 7
Views: 2,132
Posted By 748mart
A usefull tip on engine removal - remove the...

A usefull tip on engine removal - remove the swinging arm bolt before stripping bike. I made up a draw bolt assembly out of 8mm studding but couldn't shift the bolt until engine was run up to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 23:00
Replies: 12
955
Views: 1,938
Posted By 748mart
Yes you can bore out 916bip cases & can't see...

Yes you can bore out 916bip cases & can't see why you can't bore 748 cases as I believe they are the same. (later cases may be different).
I don't have any 1st hand knowledge of the 955 but have...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-May-2005, 22:08
Replies: 12
955
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Posted By 748mart
For the 955 conversion you should idealy start...

For the 955 conversion you should idealy start with a 916sp engine as this will have the larger valves, better crank & rods. I believe the 916sp also has larger crank case openings to suit the 955...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-May-2005, 10:51
Replies: 22
Views: 2,848
Posted By 748mart
As I'm a very kind chap & allways wanting to...

As I'm a very kind chap & allways wanting to help out DSC'ers. I'll take your machine off you hands in exchange for this 325 single I picked up in Goa last week.

[Edited on 6-5-2005 by 748mart]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2005, 13:08
Replies: 13
Views: 3,128
Posted By 748mart
Assuming it fixes to the engine, you will be able...

Assuming it fixes to the engine, you will be able to take engine out. Either lift bike off engine or Just lower the engine with bike on paddock stands - you might have to elevate the paddock stands a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2005, 11:35
Replies: 6
Views: 2,102
Posted By 748mart
Nelly's yer man. I believe he does a piston kit...

Nelly's yer man. I believe he does a piston kit & can arrange the rebore.

Martin.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Apr-2005, 11:33
Replies: 2
Views: 1,937
Posted By 748mart
All the best from GOA.

Been away for 2wks & first time had access to the internet so thought I should wish you all luck for Sunday & hope bikes are all sorted.

I look forward to the race reports.

Martin.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Apr-2005, 21:38
Replies: 9
Views: 2,605
Posted By 748mart
I have just booked up: 'Wed 18 May 2005 Brands...

I have just booked up: 'Wed 18 May 2005 Brands Hatch Indy Circuit Focused Events Bike Firm Brands Indy, Conquer paddock hill! usual services,photos,videos,tyres £149'.

Marrtin.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Mar-2005, 19:16
Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By 748mart
The resistor should be across the indicator...

The resistor should be across the indicator (paralell), not in line with it(series).
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Mar-2005, 19:04
Replies: 4
Views: 1,104
Posted By 748mart
What is the resistor value in Ohms? Are you...

What is the resistor value in Ohms?

Are you connecting the resistor in paralell with the indicator?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Mar-2005, 14:34
Replies: 2
Views: 1,566
Posted By 748mart
Oil filter is right hand thread looking from bat...

Oil filter is right hand thread

looking from bat side with tool pointing towards front wheel, you will pull tool towards yourself.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Mar-2005, 20:03
Replies: 52
Views: 7,215
Posted By 748mart
Thinking about it but last train to Harwich is...

Thinking about it but last train to Harwich is 10:30:(

I'm considering booking a room but is a tad pricey, has anybody booked a room?

Martin
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Mar-2005, 16:15
Replies: 33
Views: 4,207
Posted By 748mart
Looks great Rob, Have you been out on it yet?...

Looks great Rob, Have you been out on it yet? Shame on you if you haven't. I've just been for a short ride to Maningtree, Elmstead Market, Thorpe & back to Harwich. Roads were dry & sun shinning :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Mar-2005, 23:11
Replies: 8
Views: 1,743
Posted By 748mart
Sharpos's carrier is the same as the carrier I...

Sharpos's carrier is the same as the carrier I bought in September last year. Has cush drive lips but no bronze bush.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Mar-2005, 01:12
Replies: 12
Views: 1,965
Posted By 748mart
Have you checked the large CPU connector is...

Have you checked the large CPU connector is securely home ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Mar-2005, 15:19
Replies: 68
Views: 20,419
Posted By 748mart
You could calibrate the MPH with a GPS receiver.

You could calibrate the MPH with a GPS receiver.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 26-Feb-2005, 19:28
Replies: 3
Views: 3,877
Posted By 748mart
'D Shape' is positive

'D Shape' is positive
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Feb-2005, 15:56
Replies: 8
Views: 2,662
Posted By 748mart
Ali, Have you replaced the plugs since running on...

Ali, Have you replaced the plugs since running on a diesel premix?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 01-Feb-2005, 13:13
Replies: 12
Views: 3,325
Posted By 748mart
Has anyone used a solvent flushing oil? I...

Has anyone used a solvent flushing oil? I wouldn't think it's a good idea as you will not be able to drain it all out.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jan-2005, 23:06
Replies: 2
Views: 1,072
Posted By 748mart
The back part of the seat pad is not as high on a...

The back part of the seat pad is not as high on a bip.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jan-2005, 13:50
Replies: 15
Views: 2,807
Posted By 748mart
Tony, did HM Racing do any work on the Front...

Tony, did HM Racing do any work on the Front Showa's or did they just make adjustments to the forks ?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Jan-2005, 22:56
Replies: 42
Views: 11,850
Posted By 748mart
top idea, no one would ever guess mine dsc -...

top idea, no one would ever guess mine

dsc - 748mart
ebay - 748mart
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 03-Jan-2005, 13:14
Replies: 36
Views: 9,376
Posted By 748mart
I accidentally connected battery wrong way round...

I accidentally connected battery wrong way round when bike was in bits & wanted to stop alarm from being discharged. Result was a fried regulator & the 40A fuse blew. replaced regulator & fuse & all...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Dec-2004, 13:47
Replies: 5
Views: 1,354
Posted By 748mart
Don't trust that book of ideas - some good, some...

Don't trust that book of ideas - some good, some bad.

This is definately not one of there good ideas.

Either buy a proper one or make one out of old plates & metal bar.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Dec-2004, 18:28
Replies: 11
Views: 2,756
Posted By 748mart
I believe the single injector mod can be the way...

I believe the single injector mod can be the way to go on the 996 but I would only do this if had a specific chip for the job. FIM do a single injector chip, the only downside is £100ish cost....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Dec-2004, 18:21
Replies: 3
Views: 1,359
Posted By 748mart
On a 748 bip, the vent will still be usefull...

On a 748 bip, the vent will still be usefull providing some fresh air to the lower part of the engine etc.
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 11-Dec-2004, 00:38
Replies: 6
Views: 4,654
Posted By 748mart
yes it's the internal battery running down, it...

yes it's the internal battery running down, it should resume to it's 'noisey' mode when battery reconnected.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 18-Nov-2004, 10:31
Replies: 54
Views: 21,710
Posted By 748mart
Count me in, I need as much practice as I can get!

Count me in, I need as much practice as I can get!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Nov-2004, 01:22
Replies: 2
Views: 2,521
Posted By 748mart
yes it's a right hand thread. If torqued...

yes it's a right hand thread.

If torqued correctly you will need an assistant to press brake pedal & a bar at least 2 foot long.

[Edited on 14-11-2004 by 748mart]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Oct-2004, 10:56
Replies: 12
Views: 2,517
Posted By 748mart
I would remove battery from bike & charge...

I would remove battery from bike & charge with optimate on bench for 24hrs. If you have a meter measure voltage, if voltage on charge is high above 15V I would suspect battery, if below 12V suspect...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Sep-2004, 18:05
Replies: 3
Views: 1,541
Posted By 748mart
Steve, Hope you weren't hurt & the 3rd...

Steve, Hope you weren't hurt & the 3rd parties insurance company pay up without any agro. Sounds like an excuse for some winter upgrades.

On my bike you can clearly see without measuring there is a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Sep-2004, 15:52
Replies: 3
Views: 1,541
Posted By 748mart
Revised Rear Sprocket Flange Spacer

I am currently attempting to uprate rear sprocket assembly to the'998' type which does not have circlip.
I have placed new flange, renthal carrier and new spacer on shaft & have noticed the flange is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Sep-2004, 20:14
Replies: 14
Views: 2,229
Posted By 748mart
Here is a pic of my homemade clutch holding...

Here is a pic of my homemade clutch holding tool.

bar is aprrox 7mm thick x 20mm wide and about 3ft long

bolts are m6 countersunk heads

used qty 4 plates

[Edited on 21-9-2004 by 748mart]
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 19-Sep-2004, 15:06
Replies: 4
Views: 2,359
Posted By 748mart
Chain passes through frame so will have to be...

Chain passes through frame so will have to be cut.

Hence why it still attached to frame in my avatar.


Just realised this is refering to ST's so ignore me as I don't have a clue if it does pass...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Sep-2004, 20:32
Replies: 3
Views: 1,198
Posted By 748mart
Is the bike totally dead ie no headlights etc. If...

Is the bike totally dead ie no headlights etc. If so I doubt it's the alarm as the lights except for indicators shouldn't be wired through alarm.

Assuming battery is OK I would suspect the main...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 12:32
Replies: 34
Views: 3,977
Posted By 748mart
Don't forget you will need a decent chain...

Don't forget you will need a decent chain rivetting tool.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 10:56
Replies: 13
Views: 2,319
Posted By 748mart
Did you change the plugs as part of the service?

Did you change the plugs as part of the service?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2004, 15:24
Replies: 9
Views: 1,447
Posted By 748mart
Don't forget you will need to unbolt the front...

Don't forget you will need to unbolt the front calipers to remove the wheel, I think they are 8mm (or maybe 10mm) allen type & best to use socket type instead of key so you can torque correctly.

Be...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Sep-2004, 15:08
Replies: 9
Views: 1,447
Posted By 748mart
yes 28mm on the front.

yes 28mm on the front.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Sep-2004, 09:57
Replies: 4
Views: 1,539
Posted By 748mart
Place a spanner across the 2 large solenoid...

Place a spanner across the 2 large solenoid terminals (be ready for the sparks) , if battery & starter are OK engine will crank over & should start. This will confirm faulty solenoid, control wiring...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Aug-2004, 15:15
Replies: 17
Views: 2,520
Posted By 748mart
If you just stick 916 barrels and pistons on a...

If you just stick 916 barrels and pistons on a 748 bottom end you will end up with a comp ratio of abut 4:1 as the piston is too short.

To make it work with 916 cylinders you will need the specific...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Jul-2004, 15:07
Replies: 7
Views: 2,436
Posted By 748mart
Yes you can fit youself, you will need an open...

Yes you can fit youself, you will need an open ended spanner to suit th switch which is about 24mm.

Be very carefull not to overtighten the switch as they will easily snap.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Jul-2004, 13:49
Replies: 7
Views: 2,436
Posted By 748mart
Oil pressure switches are not reliable. First...

Oil pressure switches are not reliable. First step is to replace the switch.

Cost about £10.

Martin.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jul-2004, 11:50
Replies: 7
Views: 1,124
Posted By 748mart
Ensure the 12000 service is carried out before...

Ensure the 12000 service is carried out before the 2 year period and insist the cams are pulled out as this is the only way to ensure the rockers are sound. Standard Ducati policy of Just checking...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-May-2004, 12:36
Replies: 31
Views: 3,992
Posted By 748mart
have you checked both old & new yokes have...

have you checked both old & new yokes have the same hole centres, it sound as if this new one has made the fork ange steeper.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-May-2004, 22:06
Replies: 4
Views: 1,651
Posted By 748mart
HEL do an oil coiler kit for around about 100...

HEL do an oil coiler kit for around about 100 pounds inc hoses.

I questioned the quote they gave me as could not believe how cheap the kit was compared to the Ducati one being about 500....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2004, 23:16
Replies: 2
Views: 1,063
Posted By 748mart
Jason, If the battery was flat it will take over...

Jason,

If the battery was flat it will take over 24 hours.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2004, 11:13
Replies: 9
Views: 1,605
Posted By 748mart
Andy, Where did you get the 50 litre drum &...

Andy,

Where did you get the 50 litre drum & what was the cost.

Martin.
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