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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 03-Feb-2005, 14:28
Replies: 15
Views: 5,496
Posted By MarioP
I have just reserved a space for me! How do we...

I have just reserved a space for me! How do we make sure we hook up on the day?

Ciao
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Jan-2005, 22:33
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Guys, You have all been great in providing...

Guys,

You have all been great in providing feedback and suggestions. I have therefore decided to send you this second (of a total set of 3, and last one is out of focus!)picture of my bike...

One...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Jan-2005, 19:43
Replies: 22
Views: 6,224
Posted By MarioP
I did some research myself a month ago and came...

I did some research myself a month ago and came across two other lap timers which seem to have pretty good reviews (also in USA).

1) MyChron Light TG
2) Ultra-lap XT Lap Timer

I personally like the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jan-2005, 16:44
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Thanks for all the new replies! Nobody has...

Thanks for all the new replies!

Nobody has suggested to replace the air filter with, say, a Casoli special filter (see attached). It would cost ~£70 (all included), but do not know if it is worth...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jan-2005, 13:04
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Guys, thanks for the great suggestions thus...

Guys, thanks for the great suggestions thus far.

Clutch: all I know is that rathern than dry, it is oil-based (should last longer and perform better). It is something ducati has / will start...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 22:15
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
I would just like to understand what the top 3...

I would just like to understand what the top 3 improvements/adjustments I could do to my bike for a better track riding experience (probably using a consevative cost/benefit ratio).

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 21:39
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Somehow I managed to steer the conversation into...

Somehow I managed to steer the conversation into a totally different direction, and I really do not know how!

On a more serious note (even though life is too f..... short not to have a bit of fun) I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 21:23
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Guys, I am sure you will LIKE this. The bitch...

Guys, I am sure you will LIKE this. The bitch dumped me just last w-e, so it is pay-back time...

Please your comments...on the improvements obviously!:devil:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 21:16
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Simple story: This is the bike the Ducati...

Simple story: This is the bike the Ducati prototype department has used (or one of the models) to test some of the new features you now also see on the 999 2005 (e.g. wet slipper clutch or dual swing...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 20:47
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Any suggestions guys?

Any suggestions guys?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 20:39
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Here is a picture of the front view

Here is a picture of the front view
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 20:34
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
You are right! This is a Ducati factory prototype...

You are right! This is a Ducati factory prototype which was used to model the 999 (infact I have the 3 vertical headlight set mounted on the 998 front cone).

I do not know why they took the Ohlins...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 20:22
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
Yes. It has a slipper clutch, but not dry (in oil...

Yes. It has a slipper clutch, but not dry (in oil instead).

You are right. This is going to be my track bike.

Sorry for asking, but what do you mean by 998r lump (damn foreigners...)

Ciao
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 20:03
Replies: 47
Views: 13,595
Posted By MarioP
998R improvements

Gentlemen,

I will start by saying that I agree with most of you suggesting to spend $ on track days (or schools) instead of buying bits and pieces to make your bike look priettier or go faster.

I...
Forum: Tyres 10-Jan-2005, 16:35
Replies: 6
Views: 3,616
Posted By MarioP
HI mort, Did you get my email...

HI mort,

Did you get my email message?

Definitely interested in getting more info on your wets.

Ciao, Mario

mariopepe2@yahoo.com
Forum: Tyres 28-Dec-2004, 22:54
Replies: 6
Views: 3,616
Posted By MarioP
Thanks for your replies...

Thanks for your replies...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2004, 00:52
Replies: 2
Views: 1,421
Posted By MarioP
Track lap timer for my 998r

Gentlemen,

I was thinking about fitting a lap timer on my 998r. Any suggestions? Anyone selling it?

Thanks, Mario
Forum: Tyres 27-Dec-2004, 00:38
Replies: 6
Views: 3,616
Posted By MarioP
Intermediate or Wets for jan-apr UK track days?

Gentlemen,

Just moved to a 998R from my old 996S and wanted to ask you this: I just bought a second set of wheels and wanted to know whether to fit wets or intermediate on them, for track days in...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 20-Nov-2004, 07:41
Replies: 54
Views: 23,118
Posted By MarioP
i'm in (+one more, probably)

i'm in (+one more, probably)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Oct-2004, 09:13
Replies: 4
Views: 1,810
Posted By MarioP
racing \'mushrooms\' for my 996?

Hi guys,

Does anyone have an opinion on whether to install side mushrooms to protect the fairing for low-sides on tracks?

Is it worth it? Are there any cons (vs. pros)?

How much would it approx....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Oct-2004, 11:10
Replies: 21
Views: 3,076
Posted By MarioP
Guys, Thanks a lot for your comments!!! At this...

Guys,

Thanks a lot for your comments!!!

At this point I will try to minimise the modifications on my bike, but was just wondering, based on my initial list of options and what you have also...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Oct-2004, 19:00
Replies: 21
Views: 3,076
Posted By MarioP
Improvements for 996S

Hi guys,

I have a 2001 996S which I would like to make a bit more powerful (given that on tracks a lot of people seem to pass me on straights...).

I have been told that some of the improvements...
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