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Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 18:40
Replies: 51
Views: 18,147
Posted By twpd
All that will happen is that I will tankslap even...

All that will happen is that I will tankslap even more quickly into the nearest dry stone wall on the Hartside road. Even the 800 is far too fast most of the time on that road. I rarely exceed...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 18:39
Replies: 51
Views: 18,147
Posted By twpd
...and of course the old ones still look better....

...and of course the old ones still look better. Old ones as in 996R/998R. :)

As for your 4? You never had any taste anyway. :rolleyes:

;)
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 18:29
Replies: 51
Views: 18,147
Posted By twpd
Yeah but it has proper brakes and suspension -...

Yeah but it has proper brakes and suspension - the chassis spec is in another league compared to the Gixxer so that's where a fair amount of the wedge is going. Ohlins forks, Ohlins shock, Brembo...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 18:19
Replies: 51
Views: 18,147
Posted By twpd
It might be the bike that tempts me to buy a new...

It might be the bike that tempts me to buy a new Ducati again. I'm in Lincoln this week so I'll have a word with Italia. Its an s model btw.
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 24-Dec-2006, 18:13
Replies: 51
Views: 18,147
Posted By twpd
Ferk! That has some shove!

Ferk! That has some shove!
Forum: 851 / 888 23-Dec-2006, 15:33
Replies: 125
Views: 85,571
Posted By twpd
1. Rob 2. Beancounter 3. Monty 4. Jasper 5. twpd

1. Rob
2. Beancounter
3. Monty
4. Jasper
5. twpd
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Dec-2006, 00:45
Replies: 3
Views: 2,333
Posted By twpd
20A continuous. More often than not it will take...

20A continuous. More often than not it will take a fair bit more than that to pop it unless they are of the quick blow variety - which they rarely are in automotive uses. This is cos peak current...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 22-Dec-2006, 20:39
Replies: 10
Views: 6,846
Posted By twpd
Nice. And it will give a fair bit more once fully...

Nice. And it will give a fair bit more once fully run-in and with a set of pipe and set-up done.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Dec-2006, 10:15
Replies: 2
Views: 1,376
Posted By twpd
I'll have a pint of whatever you're drinking...

I'll have a pint of whatever you're drinking please. ;)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Dec-2006, 20:45
Replies: 22
Views: 4,476
Posted By twpd
See ARC Fabrications in the USA. $3000 IIRC. They...

See ARC Fabrications in the USA. $3000 IIRC. They are building me some bits ;)
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 13-Dec-2006, 22:30
Replies: 10
Views: 8,154
Posted By twpd
Linux :) ...or wot everyone else said about...

Linux :)


...or wot everyone else said about scheduling when you are not using the pc.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 11-Dec-2006, 20:54
Replies: 14
Views: 3,336
Posted By twpd
Never had any probs with the well-nuts in 12-13...

Never had any probs with the well-nuts in 12-13 yrs of Ducati ownership. I lube the cap screws with copper grease so that they can be screwed in/out easily not causing the nut itself to twist.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Dec-2006, 18:55
Replies: 10
Views: 3,024
Posted By twpd
Indeed and quite a few later ss's were fitted...

Indeed and quite a few later ss's were fitted with progressive springs too.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Dec-2006, 21:46
Replies: 10
Views: 3,024
Posted By twpd
I put a 41t rear on my 800ss which is essentially...

I put a 41t rear on my 800ss which is essentially the same bike with the same chassis so, unless you're a bit unlucky you should be able to manage that. It made a good improvement without unduly...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Dec-2006, 14:35
Replies: 10
Views: 3,024
Posted By twpd
Don't bother with a 14-t front. Just put a 41 or...

Don't bother with a 14-t front. Just put a 41 or 43T on the rear. It's easier on the chain. I got mine from B&C Express.

Usual advice applies...noisy pipe, cutaway airbox, K&N filter, Power...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Nov-2006, 22:47
Replies: 25
Views: 9,364
Posted By twpd
Behave ffs Tony and get a sense of humour. U did...

Behave ffs Tony and get a sense of humour. U did notice the "highly important" smiley, didn't you? :rolleyes: <<<<irony smiley if you didn't spot it.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Nov-2006, 20:17
Replies: 22
Views: 3,510
Posted By twpd
I won't tell if you don't. It looks very similar...

I won't tell if you don't. It looks very similar to a 620s :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Nov-2006, 20:00
Replies: 22
Views: 3,510
Posted By twpd
I might be tempted to turn out on an 800 ;) 2...

I might be tempted to turn out on an 800 ;)

2 cylinders are all you need but 3 is an excellent compromise
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Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Nov-2006, 19:42
Replies: 25
Views: 9,364
Posted By twpd
You're welcome to try ;) 2 cylinders are all you...

You're welcome to try ;)

2 cylinders are all you need but 3 is an excellent compromise
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Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Nov-2006, 19:37
Replies: 25
Views: 9,364
Posted By twpd
Now that is odd - mine is giving the 55+...

Now that is odd - mine is giving the 55+ calculated at the rear wheel. Interesting nonetheless.

2 cylinders are all you need but 3 is an excellent compromise
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Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Nov-2006, 14:45
Replies: 25
Views: 9,364
Posted By twpd
Is that all? That's a bit weedy. My 800ss road...

Is that all? That's a bit weedy. My 800ss road bike is producing 55-57lb-ft on two different dynos. Same engine albeit tweaked.
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 28-Nov-2006, 13:10
Replies: 25
Views: 9,364
Posted By twpd
Is it important? It's not like most people here...

Is it important? It's not like most people here or anywhere else are likely to fully exploit half of that let alone the "full" 154 or 160-ish bhp. ;)

Let the dyno and weigh scales do the talking...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Nov-2006, 18:03
Replies: 51
Views: 16,379
Posted By twpd
I've said why I didn't like it: looks and less...

I've said why I didn't like it: looks and less focused.

Also, very time I rode one I had this sneaking feeling that all was not well in the front end dept. I couldn't quite put my finger on it...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Nov-2006, 09:53
Replies: 22
Views: 5,792
Posted By twpd
Au contraire. I am a purist. I have three...

Au contraire. I am a purist. I have three 2-valvers as well. ;)
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Nov-2006, 00:55
Replies: 51
Views: 16,379
Posted By twpd
That depends upon your point of view. I find the...

That depends upon your point of view. I find the 748/916 far more involving and harder - harder as in more demanding and I prefer my bikes like that. The 749/99 are softer and friendlier...that...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2006, 23:25
Replies: 22
Views: 5,792
Posted By twpd
White wheels and boots is so 80's-ish and gay...

White wheels and boots is so 80's-ish and gay ;)

I feel sorry for 749 owners - they are getting hammered with residuals now...more so when the replacement comes out. The smaller twin has never...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Nov-2006, 13:00
Replies: 13
Views: 3,008
Posted By twpd
It is indeed an R (02) with a 748RS 54mm full...

It is indeed an R (02) with a 748RS 54mm full system :)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Nov-2006, 20:35
Replies: 13
Views: 3,008
Posted By twpd
I went shopping and took a fancy to this...

I went shopping and took a fancy to this ;)

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/niw_uk1964/files/748r-1.jpg
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 19-Nov-2006, 05:22
Replies: 25
Views: 9,276
Posted By twpd
Ahhh...well. That's still me lost to them as a...

Ahhh...well. That's still me lost to them as a returning customer. The days of me spending £14k on a Ducati and then having to suffer savage depreciation are over. I am neither stupid or willing any...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 13-Nov-2006, 23:10
Replies: 15
Views: 6,287
Posted By twpd
Still looks like it has too much ZX6R/ZX10R/MV750...

Still looks like it has too much ZX6R/ZX10R/MV750 in it. The 916 took my breath away and still does. The 999 got better, but is still ugly and this looks like a jap bike.

There's hope though - the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2006, 20:31
Replies: 8
Views: 2,331
Posted By twpd
Toothbrush and Muc-off or similar.

Toothbrush and Muc-off or similar.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Nov-2006, 15:04
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By twpd
:) I likes the old stuff.

:)

I likes the old stuff.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Nov-2006, 11:52
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By twpd
You're missing the point. It isn't better. It's...

You're missing the point. It isn't better. It's gay user-friendly bike for those who can't handle a proper man's bike. :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2006, 11:46
Replies: 12
Views: 3,327
Posted By twpd
Indeed. SO you can hang it on the garage door...

Indeed. SO you can hang it on the garage door when changing the oil ;)
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 12-Nov-2006, 11:44
Replies: 46
Views: 16,044
Posted By twpd
I'm not that keen on it from the photos. It looks...

I'm not that keen on it from the photos. It looks a bit bitsa to me - the rear seat seems pure MV and the front end ZX10R/ZX6R. I thought Ducati were leaders when it came to design and style..not...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2006, 11:39
Replies: 12
Views: 3,327
Posted By twpd
Yes. Although it's often quoted that if you spot...

Yes. Although it's often quoted that if you spot lots of bright silvery shards or shavings in the oil strainer then you may be suffering from the infamous rockers problem. It's quite normal in my...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Nov-2006, 11:27
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By twpd
Would you like to see a video clip of my 800ss...

Would you like to see a video clip of my 800ss minitwin racer teaching a 999s something about corner speed and stopping distances ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Nov-2006, 11:01
Replies: 12
Views: 3,327
Posted By twpd
Your opinion is about right.

Your opinion is about right.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Nov-2006, 10:53
Replies: 18
Views: 3,615
Posted By twpd
Isn't an R gonna exceed the power:weight ratio?...

Isn't an R gonna exceed the power:weight ratio? I've seen two R's on a dyno...one was delivering 108bhp at the rear wheel and the other was giving 113 when well set up with an Ultimap chip and the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 12-Nov-2006, 10:46
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By twpd
Aye. Faster into the scenery. No faster of better...

Aye. Faster into the scenery. No faster of better around the circuit though ;)
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 11-Nov-2006, 18:19
Replies: 17
Views: 4,171
Posted By twpd
Interesting lines ;)

Interesting lines ;)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Oct-2006, 14:04
Replies: 6
Views: 1,670
Posted By twpd
Couch is still waiting on me to send my 800ss...

Couch is still waiting on me to send my 800ss racebike rearsets...but I've been tardy due to some personal problems occupying my attention of late. This weekend Tony! Honest!
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Oct-2006, 09:41
Replies: 11
Views: 4,810
Posted By twpd
The bike is 15 years old or so, so 65k is hardly...

The bike is 15 years old or so, so 65k is hardly starship mileage is it? Unless you do 1000-2000 miles per year. Ducati owners! :rolleyes:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Sep-2006, 18:20
Replies: 31
Views: 5,156
Posted By twpd
Righto Lucy. Get your kit off. :)

Righto Lucy. Get your kit off. :)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Sep-2006, 18:20
Replies: 7
Views: 2,191
Posted By twpd
I was tempted, believe me. But, if you'd seen my...

I was tempted, believe me. But, if you'd seen my garage and the fact that I have 3 of them......I think I may have enough spares! :lol:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Sep-2006, 13:51
Replies: 31
Views: 5,156
Posted By twpd
I doubt he'll ever give up on eating pies or...

I doubt he'll ever give up on eating pies or cakes. He didn't get where he is today by being a part-timer you know! ;)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 25-Sep-2006, 22:32
Replies: 7
Views: 2,191
Posted By twpd
Pardon me - I've lost a bit of interest here of...

Pardon me - I've lost a bit of interest here of late....

Brilliant bikes - vastly underrated, very tweakable and the engine is sweet - free-revvin', responsive and grunty. My tweaked bike (lightened...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Sep-2006, 22:11
Replies: 3
Views: 1,147
Posted By twpd
It's ok chaps. I've resorted to plan B elsewhere.

It's ok chaps. I've resorted to plan B elsewhere.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Sep-2006, 22:09
Replies: 3
Views: 1,147
Posted By twpd
You know...I was just settling down for the evening...

Beer in one hand.
Popcorn in the other.
Lights dimmed.
Ready for action.

Then Fred struck with lightning speed.

:(
Forum: General Motorcycles only 18-Sep-2006, 21:34
Replies: 12
Views: 2,839
Posted By twpd
If you sell your R you will regret it. It's a...

If you sell your R you will regret it. It's a limited edition bike, not easy to find and not many about. It's very special. The Kwak is probably a good bike but, it's like mass-produced cheese.
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