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Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 06-Jul-2006, 23:24
Replies: 29
Views: 10,792
Posted By Iconic944ss
Carbon Cans sire??? Full race items, sound nice...

Carbon Cans sire???

Full race items, sound nice but actually a bit TOO loud around town at times (I dont like to attract attention but DO like dizzy motorists to hear me coming).

These are the...
Forum: 851 / 888 06-Jul-2006, 23:07
Replies: 103
Views: 29,553
Posted By Iconic944ss
Jasp - youre too fast mate :) I deleted my post...

Jasp - youre too fast mate :)

I deleted my post cos it was a stupid idea - sunstroke after croft is all I could put it down to !!!

Frank
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Jul-2006, 10:35
Replies: 17
Views: 3,613
Posted By Iconic944ss
Good old Halford do em in all sorts of sizes but...

Good old Halford do em in all sorts of sizes but this guy is great for stainless - very fast too:

http://www.inoxbolt.co.uk/productmainmenu.htm

But what's it need for Phill?

ps- yes - K+N filters...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Jul-2006, 10:21
Replies: 3
Views: 3,079
Posted By Iconic944ss
Official launch in 14...

Official launch in 14 days:

http://www.supersqualo.com/

F
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Jul-2006, 20:49
Replies: 103
Views: 29,553
Posted By Iconic944ss
Blimey Keith - close call, Loris would be...

Blimey Keith - close call, Loris would be proud!

A tyre can be cleaned down with a spray can of brake cleaner - I've used it before when I've had a tyre with manufacturing contaminants on it. Just...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Jul-2006, 17:34
Replies: 6
Views: 2,233
Posted By Iconic944ss
Cheers Guys - good spot. Might just have to...

Cheers Guys - good spot.

Might just have to invest - theres a 2nd hand one on Flea bay and it was £50+ the last time I looked.

Frank
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Jul-2006, 11:59
Replies: 6
Views: 2,233
Posted By Iconic944ss
SS - Square headlamp protectors

Does anyone know if these are still produced anymore?

I seem to remember Powerbronze or someone doing them but, cant find any sign of them so far.

Just planning but its gotta be a better bet than...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Jul-2006, 10:11
Replies: 103
Views: 29,553
Posted By Iconic944ss
I was going to put this event in the Calendar but...

I was going to put this event in the Calendar but I think its really a bit late for that....have a Google map link to Cornerspeed...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Jul-2006, 10:03
Replies: 15
Views: 4,580
Posted By Iconic944ss
Superlight / SS exhaust alignment?

can someone please confirm that SL exhaust ends are NOT normally aligned to each other?

No wonder I've had probs trying to set them up; this pic of RJ's SL is what is making me think this way, note...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Jul-2006, 19:27
Replies: 6
Views: 3,038
Posted By Iconic944ss
Exclamation Yeah...but just think of the publicity A DSC...

Yeah...but just think of the publicity

A DSC Trackday PLUS a DesmoDue round thrown in at the same time !!!

Maybe a 60 mins mini-endurance race over the TD lunch hour.

Ok - apologies already -...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 04-Jul-2006, 15:28
Replies: 17
Views: 3,914
Posted By Iconic944ss
Sadly, no...I'm having to work on Sat :( Fingers...

Sadly, no...I'm having to work on Sat :(

Fingers crossed for good weather for you though!

Frank
Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Jul-2006, 14:50
Replies: 2
Views: 1,463
Posted By Iconic944ss
Nice site - good post. The 900ss page runs...

Nice site - good post.

The 900ss page runs through BabelFish - kinda ok, everyone else can do their own detective work...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jul-2006, 13:53
Replies: 0
Views: 1,443
Posted By Iconic944ss
Thumbs up Good website for 996 fans

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http://www.gastric.com/toys/ducati.htm

Enjoy - Frank
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Forum: 851 / 888 04-Jul-2006, 13:20
Replies: 103
Views: 29,553
Posted By Iconic944ss
I just knew I was fated NOT to be able to get...

I just knew I was fated NOT to be able to get down to Nelly's on Saturday - my daughters birthday party is on Sunday and I'm outta grace with bike activities already. :(

A few points -
Pilthy
MOT -...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 04-Jul-2006, 12:56
Replies: 17
Views: 3,914
Posted By Iconic944ss
A soundless vid of a Croft lap to keep you...

A soundless vid of a Croft lap to keep you entertained:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3215728679147241912&q=croft

Oops - yes, sorry my editing skills are poor - the vid actually starts...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2006, 23:54
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
RickyX - reflector is rectangular not round -...

RickyX - reflector is rectangular not round - found a few sources for...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2006, 23:30
Replies: 29
Views: 10,792
Posted By Iconic944ss
Cheers Guys, the rear wheel and s/arm were...

Cheers Guys, the rear wheel and s/arm were polished already when I got the bike, so I figured she deserved a bit of elbow grease.

As for the fairing - it used to be Mr. Sheen (seriously) but wifey...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2006, 09:31
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
I'm starting to wonder about the reflector issue...

I'm starting to wonder about the reflector issue myself - cant find any mention of the need for a separate reflector on the MOT websites I've looked at so far.

However, on my new seat unit it is...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2006, 00:06
Replies: 29
Views: 10,792
Posted By Iconic944ss
Thanx gents.... I think the screen is from...

Thanx gents....

I think the screen is from Powerbronze:

http://www.powerbronze.co.uk

IF it is, I'd have problems recommending it - it is a good 3" higher than stock but the holes didnt line up and...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jun-2006, 21:05
Replies: 29
Views: 10,792
Posted By Iconic944ss
Good to be on the road again + tank & filter mods

Finally got around to taking some pics today - I'd almost forgotten how good the old trooper feels, a bit more mid-range poke now too from the spaghetti headers as well I think.

Other pic is of the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jun-2006, 20:51
Replies: 4
Views: 2,295
Posted By Iconic944ss
Yep - shame, sadly its common enough for uprated...

Yep - shame, sadly its common enough for uprated / performance headstuds to have evolved:

http://www.nicholsmfg.com/ducati-parts.html

Not sure about the recall mind, would it really be a safety...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jun-2006, 00:23
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
MOT passed OK - but thank god I fitted the...

MOT passed OK - but thank god I fitted the locknuts on the adjusters, I had to adjust it again as it was STILL too high.

Jools, its not an MOT station but a local shop that deserves some support -...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 27-Jun-2006, 01:36
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
Hmmmm - 1:10am and just got finished. Fitting...

Hmmmm - 1:10am and just got finished.

Fitting the Reflector and refitting the home grown rear pegs - 5mins.

Headlight alignment - 2 hours! :eek:

Something has always been amiss with the fairing on...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 26-Jun-2006, 21:36
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
Apparently NO, I asked the same question - as...

Apparently NO, I asked the same question - as previously I'd used a standard seat but I also have the seat cover that I bought separately from Ducati - if the seat is covered so that 'it can't be...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 26-Jun-2006, 20:30
Replies: 20
Views: 5,036
Posted By Iconic944ss
Exclamation MOT Failed today - lessons learned....Passed OK!

Not a bad fail, three items - one half expected since I tried to set the headlight alignment up during daylight, it was quite a bit out.

The other two items however, might be of interest to...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 25-Jun-2006, 17:05
Replies: 8
Views: 2,423
Posted By Iconic944ss
Nige, There was a guy that used to post on here...

Nige,

There was a guy that used to post on here that was working on custom maps for the 4V Dukes - from memory he's Newcastle way and I think his company is 'Turbopac's' ??? - could be worth...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 25-Jun-2006, 02:06
Replies: 5
Views: 2,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
I'm sorry - but I dont think you are looking hard...

I'm sorry - but I dont think you are looking hard enough:

http://uk.search.yahoo.com/myweb/user/3xt4y5CMxJWPmZrccWZDS31nHxc-/Club+Websites?dmode=linkblog&

Tip of the iceburg...

Frank
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Jun-2006, 10:33
Replies: 0
Views: 2,290
Posted By Iconic944ss
Cool DesmoDue song...please add your own additions...

Along the lines of the stupid 'England' version of Infernals 'Paris to Berlin'....

From Cadwell to Assen
In every race in can get in
I'm always
Huntin' for blood
Huntin' for blood

Cause when I'm...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 24-Jun-2006, 09:55
Replies: 2
Views: 1,374
Posted By Iconic944ss
Just about all you need to know is...

Just about all you need to know is here:

http://www.mcmototech.com/virtual/SHOWA.HTM

Frank
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 23-Jun-2006, 22:41
Replies: 13
Views: 19,683
Posted By Iconic944ss
Footman James - great quote for an old fogie like...

Footman James - great quote for an old fogie like me.

Yes - strangely, swearing is automatically edited on this site.

Good luck - Frank
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Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Jun-2006, 23:50
Replies: 6
Views: 1,741
Posted By Iconic944ss
Does not sound quite right - I set mine high for...

Does not sound quite right - I set mine high for a while to get the charge light to go off at a standstill.

Factory workshop manual says 1200 to 1300 rpm.

Frank
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jun-2006, 20:02
Replies: 7
Views: 3,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
Many thanks - rebuild highlight to follow in due...

Many thanks - rebuild highlight to follow in due course ( hopefully post - MOT !)

Frank
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jun-2006, 16:21
Replies: 7
Views: 3,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
Smile Haaa Haaaaaaaa....she lives! Had to take an...

Haaa Haaaaaaaa....she lives!

Had to take an angle grinder to the header pipes so the SL exhausts would fit and there will be more on a similar theme when my Carbon cans go on but, she runs a treat -...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 20-Jun-2006, 16:16
Replies: 2
Views: 1,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
Two circuits in one day is some achievement...

Two circuits in one day is some achievement !!!

Stickers: Just remember if you are having photographs taken of you by a dedicated team that they will be looking for a sticker on the front of your...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jun-2006, 12:54
Replies: 2
Views: 1,713
Posted By Iconic944ss
Good advice my friend but , I went for it and...

Good advice my friend but , I went for it and fired him up this morning anyway (even just through header pipes only).

New battery and fuel filter mods work a treat - 3rd stab of the starter and...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jun-2006, 12:41
Replies: 7
Views: 3,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
Glad its not just my ineptitude then !!! But why...

Glad its not just my ineptitude then !!!

But why didnt they make a seal to fit in the tank first - THEN the cap base could be pushed into it?

Ho hum - done anyways - new headers are the latest...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jun-2006, 10:12
Replies: 7
Views: 3,742
Posted By Iconic944ss
Rebuild - Hardest job yet? - BUT SHE LIVES !

Two soddin hours last night to complete what should of been a simple job to do with finally rebuilding my tank (amongst other things)....

On reflection its probably the most frustrating thing yet in...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 19-Jun-2006, 09:32
Replies: 3
Views: 1,807
Posted By Iconic944ss
Sorry , but somewhere VERY secure. Newcastle is a...

Sorry , but somewhere VERY secure. Newcastle is a notoriously bad place for bike theft - but there are lots of bike spares available, I understand!

Good luck - Frank
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Jun-2006, 20:11
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By Iconic944ss
No worries... 'Something' might be available...

No worries...

'Something' might be available from here:

http://www.duc.nu/manuals/

nudge, nudge...

F
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Jun-2006, 19:33
Replies: 9
Views: 1,972
Posted By Iconic944ss
Just wanted to hunt through the files I...

Just wanted to hunt through the files I have.

Std 996 manual says for "Clutch drum nut ?" 186 Nm with a tolerance of +/- 5%.
Nice touch that it lists sizes as well - 20mm apparently.

Not sure if a...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 18-Jun-2006, 18:56
Replies: 3
Views: 1,807
Posted By Iconic944ss
Well, you have a good range of shops on Westgate...

Well, you have a good range of shops on Westgate hill....

http://www.westgatehill.com/#

But I dont remember seeing many personal recommendations for M&S who are the Ducati dealer.

Good...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Jun-2006, 11:05
Replies: 32
Views: 8,263
Posted By Iconic944ss
There is also a guy on Ebay that does nice highly...

There is also a guy on Ebay that does nice highly polished stainless connecting springs as well.

F
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Jun-2006, 11:00
Replies: 14
Views: 2,567
Posted By Iconic944ss
Wiktionary - Noun knob (plural knobs...

Wiktionary - Noun

knob (plural knobs (http://en.wiktionary.org/w/index.php?title=knobs&action=edit))
A rounded (http://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/round) protuberance...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Jun-2006, 11:00
Replies: 55
Views: 8,698
Posted By Iconic944ss
Good one. Very useful for confirming that I will...

Good one.

Very useful for confirming that I will never bother visiting that forum again.

Cheers - Frank
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 16-Jun-2006, 09:24
Replies: 14
Views: 3,566
Posted By Iconic944ss
Countershaft upgrade ??? New one on me Sire -...

Countershaft upgrade ???

New one on me Sire - more info please?

Frank
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Jun-2006, 23:18
Replies: 26
Views: 3,679
Posted By Iconic944ss
Some good on-bike vids here - mainly TV style...

Some good on-bike vids here - mainly TV style from BSB:

http://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?p=388411

Frank
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jun-2006, 22:46
Replies: 14
Views: 3,566
Posted By Iconic944ss
Chi - sorry to Hi-jack the post a little but, any...

Chi - sorry to Hi-jack the post a little but, any idea what happened to your first post with all the stars in it ***** ?

Did you type as normal.

750 v 900 .... I think you really need to try and...
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Jun-2006, 23:39
Replies: 103
Views: 29,553
Posted By Iconic944ss
Could be a great reason to: 1) See lots of...

Could be a great reason to:

1) See lots of lovely 888 porn

2) Finally get to Cornerspeed and meet Nelly?

Have not even thought of timing and distance but would it be possible to make Oulton as...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Jun-2006, 21:20
Replies: 102
Views: 60,832
Posted By Iconic944ss
From the vBulletin user forum: "The built...

From the vBulletin user forum:

"The built in ignore system that comes with vBulletin only allows you to stop viewing the ignored members posts, but say they were the last person to post on a thread,...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 13-Jun-2006, 21:31
Replies: 0
Views: 1,223
Posted By Iconic944ss
Info on timing belt changes

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Timing belt change info (http://www.ducati.ms/forums/showthread.php?t=6491)
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