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Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2009, 21:32
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Posted By Ghost
Can we have a name for this Pirelli...

Can we have a name for this Pirelli representative? As I have been unable to find anyone in Pirelli who will commit to such a comment.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 15:57
Replies: 130
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Posted By Ghost
Brilliant well constructed criticism, from...

Brilliant well constructed criticism, from someone who knows.:)
Not keen on leaving class B as is tho' Matt Traynor is on a mission to win a class A race with a B bike, its possibly on the cards...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 13:59
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
Thanks for the explanation, its no use to me...

Thanks for the explanation, its no use to me saying you must do this, or that, without an explanation. But still the question as to why they were allowed in the first 2 seasons, then vetoed what...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 12:28
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
That is the question Pirelli seem to be saying...

That is the question Pirelli seem to be saying it, no proof.

ZR's were allowed and good enough in 2006 what has changed??
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 11:59
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
I don't accept that as a valid argument, 125...

I don't accept that as a valid argument, 125 Hondas and the supermono class, carry less mass than ours, same to not much hp difference.

You cannot sit there and justifiably say that a 748/749/999...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Sep-2009, 22:46
Replies: 3
Views: 1,446
Posted By Ghost
Prob be 20 min sessions per group and 3...

Prob be 20 min sessions per group and 3 groups.

You camp/paddock in the middle of the circuit.

Enjoy. :D
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Sep-2009, 21:41
Replies: 9
Views: 3,227
Posted By Ghost
That statement is not true as the hydraulic...

That statement is not true as the hydraulic system is common so air would be in the system causing loss of feel at the lever.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Sep-2009, 21:21
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
Why is the point always being MISSED It isn't...

Why is the point always being MISSED

It isn't about the suitability, its about the monopoly on supply. open it up to ZR's there are then oodles of suppliers one could get them from.

As it is now...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Sep-2009, 23:15
Replies: 3
Views: 1,641
Posted By Ghost
Be good to have you back racing Jason, look...

Be good to have you back racing Jason, look forward to rubbing shoulders, hopefully. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Sep-2009, 21:51
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
:devil: Its an easy error, tread pattern is the...

:devil: Its an easy error, tread pattern is the same, no one seems to know why ZR were allowed then suddenly they were not. Possibly they are easier to get hold of from anywhere.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Sep-2009, 16:41
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
No one has seen the other letter yet from that...

No one has seen the other letter yet from that Pirelli company. Well I say no one, but lets make it available for all to see.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Sep-2009, 16:36
Replies: 4
Views: 1,993
Posted By Ghost
Pembrey is only a week before Cadwell, so...

Pembrey is only a week before Cadwell, so unfortunately I cannot take the risk. :eek: Also he may be faster than me on my bike, that would never do. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Sep-2009, 15:50
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
For me they should be and I would think most...

For me they should be and I would think most others want to race them. I'm getting too old for anything faster anyway.:eek:

These suit me fine. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Sep-2009, 22:50
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
My thoughts on pistons so far, I found that Rover...

My thoughts on pistons so far, I found that Rover K series 1.8, were flat topped, 80mm o/d, gudgeon pin the correct diameter.............but the deck height is too short, (height above the pin to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 23:44
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
I agree also, Chris Bushell saying they should be...

I agree also, Chris Bushell saying they should be phased out by 2011. FFS they are still racing 50 year old Manx Nortons.

If I'm unfortunate enough to break a piston I will find a pair at 80mm...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 22:21
Replies: 4
Views: 1,759
Posted By Ghost
You just be careful at Pembrey Graeme, you know...

You just be careful at Pembrey Graeme, you know what happened last time you were there. :eek:

Good luck, take it easy and hope to see you at Cadwell. :)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 18:35
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
A strobe lamp would do. :D That isn't the...

A strobe lamp would do. :D

That isn't the issue, if adjustment is there thats why its slotted but that is only for the static/idle advance the igniters provide the advance over 3k, and as Nelly...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 17:46
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
For me it is, I want to shop around for the best...

For me it is, I want to shop around for the best deal. I also like to fit and balance my own boots, another cost saving.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 13:15
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
Andy the problem with the tyres is the...

Andy the problem with the tyres is the availability, one company appears to have the monopoly on supply.

Lets go ZR and they are available from anywhere.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 08:38
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
We keep hearing of this letter, has anyone...

We keep hearing of this letter, has anyone actually seen it?
Scan it and show it to the members.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Sep-2009, 23:51
Replies: 4
Views: 3,049
Posted By Ghost
Hello are the plugs you have, taper seat or have...

Hello are the plugs you have, taper seat or have a sealing washer??

It could well be that you are using a happy shopper type of socket, sorry for the analogy, but this is the case in some cheap...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Sep-2009, 23:44
Replies: 130
Views: 285,748
Posted By Ghost
New regs for 2010

We are approaching the last races at Cadwell for 2009. I believe within the DD community that races, not the ones that don't have their backside in the saddle going through paddock hill. ;)

We need...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Sep-2009, 23:13
Replies: 15
Views: 4,891
Posted By Ghost
Sorry Kev I didn't mean to seem antagonistic. I...

Sorry Kev I didn't mean to seem antagonistic. I borrowed at snett last year a pair of AL 9000 which only proved that my standard units were useless. I then bought a pair of used units from Karl...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Sep-2009, 22:36
Replies: 15
Views: 4,891
Posted By Ghost
So whats all the fuss, if anything is strobed and...

So whats all the fuss, if anything is strobed and reads in the region of 32/34 degrees of advance. thats ok.

Going over that you need some good fuel to prevent detonation.
Look at the bikes no one...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Sep-2009, 21:23
Replies: 15
Views: 4,891
Posted By Ghost
No, lots of folk are using them. They are not...

No, lots of folk are using them. They are not adjustable
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Sep-2009, 20:14
Replies: 2
Views: 2,459
Posted By Ghost
Yes and Yes

Yes and Yes
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Sep-2009, 13:23
Replies: 13
Views: 4,602
Posted By Ghost
Hello Wes, its the headlamp casing they are left...

Hello Wes, its the headlamp casing they are left and right handed you need the right one, but I would look at welding and plating over it.

Because it is a diecasting it may not be possible to weld....
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 13-Sep-2009, 13:46
Replies: 15
Views: 3,880
Posted By Ghost
Cracking picture Craig, I'm like you, never with...

Cracking picture Craig, I'm like you, never with the left only the right. So I swap the sliders around now. At least it looks symetrical then. FFS.

I'll be after you at Cadwell. :D
Forum: DesmoDue Bikes For Sale & Wanted 10-Sep-2009, 23:25
Replies: 28
Views: 14,326
Posted By Ghost
Get your arse into gear and get it on the grid at...

Get your arse into gear and get it on the grid at Cadwell. Zimbo shook it down at Pembrey last week, its ready to go..........but are you!!!!!!! :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Sep-2009, 00:39
Replies: 7
Views: 2,213
Posted By Ghost
Good luck Dave, will you be on the old 96 or the...

Good luck Dave, will you be on the old 96 or the new 96?? Get practicing for Cadwell. :D
Forum: DesmoDue Bikes For Sale & Wanted 09-Sep-2009, 00:14
Replies: 28
Views: 14,326
Posted By Ghost
Ohh Zimbo, think again. I know needs must and...

Ohh Zimbo, think again. I know needs must and all, but if it has to be hope someone can do it justice for you. :burn:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Sep-2009, 17:28
Replies: 14
Views: 3,199
Posted By Ghost
Oooh, Sunday morning racing with a headache then....

Oooh, Sunday morning racing with a headache then. :devil: :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Sep-2009, 19:51
Replies: 11
Views: 3,635
Posted By Ghost
Bloody hell sorry to read this, I know what you...

Bloody hell sorry to read this, I know what you had to part with to fund the racing. Really gutted for you Steve.
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2009, 23:30
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
Cheers Keefy that will be the way to go then, or...

Cheers Keefy that will be the way to go then, or take the barrel apart so any key will do. You can't store anything in there.
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2009, 22:44
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
I'll be getting to Pembrey Fri evening and there...

I'll be getting to Pembrey Fri evening and there till 17:00 on the Sat. I'm prepared to take my subframe off and bring it down with me. You will have to do something about the key lock tho' as I'm...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Aug-2009, 21:47
Replies: 8
Views: 3,393
Posted By Ghost
Bugger sorry to read this, I had a guy brought...

Bugger sorry to read this, I had a guy brought his bike to me with a noise after he had changed his belts, fortunately he had only adjusted the idler the wrong way so the 2 runs were just touching,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Aug-2009, 10:56
Replies: 20
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
[/B] The Gooseneck will be the telling point...

[/B]

The Gooseneck will be the telling point Jason after 3 run offs there. :eek:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Aug-2009, 00:50
Replies: 20
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
LOL You've been drinking Mr Tim :devil:

LOL You've been drinking Mr Tim :devil:
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2009, 00:48
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
I have all the bits he wants and if the subframe...

I have all the bits he wants and if the subframe needs swapping then we can go that route also.

But then the BIG Question!!!!!!!!!!!!! Where do I put my tax disc. :devil: :lol:
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Aug-2009, 00:14
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
This was my DP seat unit and went straight onto...

This was my DP seat unit and went straight onto my bip frame with no probs. I wasn't aware that the monos were all ally subframes. :eek:...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2009, 22:54
Replies: 4
Views: 1,160
Posted By Ghost
Bit off topic Dean but just looking at the Castle...

Bit off topic Dean but just looking at the Castle Combe circuit guide and the straight to your chicane nudge is Dean straight. :D
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Aug-2009, 22:49
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
Mine went straight on. Wes we could possibly swap...

Mine went straight on. Wes we could possibly swap subframes, as mine will never go back to a bip. Call me to discuss.
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Aug-2009, 21:06
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
Mmm I think you are right Wes, here is a side pic...

Mmm I think you are right Wes, here is a side pic of mine and you can clearly see the peg locations.

But there could be the possibility of adding the brackets yourself. If the mono frame is strong...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Aug-2009, 20:14
Replies: 16
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
If the rear foot rest positions are still there...

If the rear foot rest positions are still there it will be a bip subframe.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2009, 18:52
Replies: 20
Views: 4,452
Posted By Ghost
Thanks Franco, hope we can rub shoulders again...

Thanks Franco, hope we can rub shoulders again very soon.
Forum: Stolen Bikes 29-Aug-2009, 09:27
Replies: 16
Views: 16,987
Posted By Ghost
Good luck with that Guy, I really do feel for you...

Good luck with that Guy, I really do feel for you at this time. :(
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Aug-2009, 23:45
Replies: 5
Views: 2,486
Posted By Ghost
They are strict with the noise and they will want...

They are strict with the noise and they will want it at 7.5k also so that they know it will be ok on track. :eek:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Aug-2009, 23:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,252
Posted By Ghost
Me also and I have purchased two of them.:D

Me also and I have purchased two of them.:D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Aug-2009, 21:32
Replies: 7
Views: 1,671
Posted By Ghost
My opinion for what its worth, is exactly like...

My opinion for what its worth, is exactly like Tims. 500 peeps at a fiver brings in more shillings than 50 peeps at £12.
Also a fiver the organiser gets, is much better than £12 he doesn't.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Aug-2009, 19:49
Replies: 6
Views: 1,864
Posted By Ghost
If you can't get sorted for Pembrey, then Cadwell...

If you can't get sorted for Pembrey, then Cadwell the last of the season on Oct 3/4th
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