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Forum: 999 / 749 21-Nov-2005, 00:11
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
i thought i saw that post earlier ????

i thought i saw that post earlier ????
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Nov-2005, 01:30
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
khu is that your 749r in riders shop with...

khu
is that your 749r in riders shop with "do not sit on sold" if so saw it friday when i picked up mine after 6K service.
ps the drilling did not worry me to much, but ask me later!!
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 20-Nov-2005, 00:35
Replies: 14
Views: 14,211
Posted By mark749s
got it back from the dealer, have had the 6k...

got it back from the dealer, have had the 6k sevice and 2 new coils and throttle bodies fitted, lets see how these are over the winter, fine i am sure
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Nov-2005, 00:31
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
it was £210 for all the swag, I went mad at the...

it was £210 for all the swag, I went mad at the nec, story of my life.

I asked myself long and hard "am i going to fall off?" the answer was always no, but what if i do? hence the spend!!
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Nov-2005, 00:12
Replies: 24
Views: 3,969
Posted By mark749s
I'll just have a short, I have had enough at the...

I'll just have a short, I have had enough at the rugby this evening hic,

oh sorry welcome
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Nov-2005, 23:18
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
am I the only person with these fitted on a...

am I the only person with these fitted on a 749/999 come on let me know if I am the only one or not.


Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Nov-2005, 10:14
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
pics earlier than expected, did them before...

pics earlier than expected, did them before rugby!!

pic 1 (http://www.ddes.web.btinternet.co.uk/index_files/IMG_2356.JPG)

pic 2 (http://www.ddes.web.btinternet.co.uk/index_files/IMG_2357.JPG)

pic...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Nov-2005, 09:40
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
will put some pics up tomorrow, I am getting...

will put some pics up tomorrow, I am getting ready for a train ride to Cardiff to watch Wales v South Africa this afty


mark
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Nov-2005, 23:24
Replies: 19
Views: 2,251
Posted By mark749s
R & G Crash protectors

Just finished fitting r&g crash protector and spindle sliders to front and rear wheels. Was a bit concerned about drilling a 25mm hole in my fairings but it turned out ok. They look ok as well.
This...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Nov-2005, 09:20
Replies: 12
Views: 3,024
Posted By mark749s
100 is my limit as well

100 is my limit as well
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Nov-2005, 23:14
Replies: 29
Views: 3,803
Posted By mark749s
04 749S Red is the best cause thats what I have...

04 749S Red is the best cause thats what I have got

ok cut and paste but true
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 09-Nov-2005, 23:01
Replies: 14
Views: 14,211
Posted By mark749s
i have been out in all weathers and this is the...

i have been out in all weathers and this is the first time it has missed a beat, it is now at the dealers having the 6000 mile service so we will see, i am sure it will be ok
ps after i have done the...
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 09-Nov-2005, 22:50
Replies: 14
Views: 14,211
Posted By mark749s
mine did the same today, farting and spluttering...

mine did the same today, farting and spluttering engine light on managed to get to where i was going but did not think it would. I was in the very heavy rain on sunday, it ran well but not today....
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Nov-2005, 22:58
Replies: 6
Views: 1,815
Posted By mark749s
where did you eventually buy it from,was it...

where did you eventually buy it from,was it Ducati bristol? when you get going you will have to have a bash up to abergavenny.

Good luck
Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Nov-2005, 17:58
Replies: 22
Views: 4,158
Posted By mark749s
where is the oil applied ie front or rear...

where is the oil applied ie front or rear sprocket, I spoke to them at the show but they were a bit vague about the set up


mark
Forum: 999 / 749 02-Nov-2005, 22:49
Replies: 22
Views: 4,158
Posted By mark749s
chain oiler

has anyone fitted a scott oiler to a 749/999 if so 2 questions
1) is it any good?
2) was it easy to fit?

i'm sick of chain waxing and was seeking an alternative


cheers

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Nov-2005, 00:28
Replies: 110
Views: 66,431
Posted By mark749s
i have had a couple of cans myself but what are...

i have had a couple of cans myself
but what are you on about
Forum: 999 / 749 31-Oct-2005, 13:15
Replies: 110
Views: 66,431
Posted By mark749s
twin fan what were brembos/ducatis findings, I...

twin fan
what were brembos/ducatis findings, I have read right thro' and can't see the conclusion


Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 00:33
Replies: 18
Views: 2,207
Posted By mark749s
Posts: 75 Registered: 19-3-2005 Location:...

Posts: 75
Registered: 19-3-2005
Location: Gateshead
Member Is Online

Mood: misser able
posted on 28-10-2005 at 10:31 PM
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 00:23
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
i was told that they have had to replace one or...

i was told that they have had to replace one or two 749's but they have never had to do two on the same bike


Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 00:16
Replies: 18
Views: 2,207
Posted By mark749s
i did not get it to not ride it in the winter, i...

i did not get it to not ride it in the winter, i am now looking to protect it as best i can, i have been advised the the s100 is the boll88ks. i was only asking

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Oct-2005, 00:04
Replies: 18
Views: 2,207
Posted By mark749s
winter riding

i am planning on riding my 749 all winter, i do not have to commute, just for fun, i was going to give it a good spray with s100 anticorrosion (the harley stuff)
what do you guys think

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Oct-2005, 23:03
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
so was i, the bike is 4.5 months old and has done...

so was i, the bike is 4.5 months old and has done 5000 miles
cheers
Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Oct-2005, 22:58
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
yes i am

yes i am
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Oct-2005, 22:42
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
I had the clocks changed for new today, the bike...

I had the clocks changed for new today, the bike has only done 50 miles now its a pig having to run it in again!!!!!!

Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Oct-2005, 22:28
Replies: 49
Views: 7,914
Posted By mark749s
if you measure a nut or bolt across flats this is...

if you measure a nut or bolt across flats this is the corresponding socket/spanner size. if you measure your back wheel nut you will find it is 36mm across flats

another piece of useless info

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 26-Oct-2005, 20:10
Replies: 49
Views: 7,914
Posted By mark749s
mine is 36mm mark

mine is 36mm

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Oct-2005, 23:01
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By mark749s
thats refreshing to know

thats refreshing to know
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Oct-2005, 21:46
Replies: 8
Views: 1,402
Posted By mark749s
what sort of life would be expected from an...

what sort of life would be expected from an averagly riden 749 clutch. I have done 4500 miles on mine

mark
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Oct-2005, 00:20
Replies: 25
Views: 5,412
Posted By mark749s
twinfan give it a set up its not as bad as you...

twinfan
give it a set up its not as bad as you would expect, i did not fancy doing mine "but you only live once" i had my trials and tribulations but am glad i gave it a go and as the boys say I...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 20:23
Replies: 7
Views: 1,217
Posted By mark749s
i adjusted mine with 2 drifts and 2 hammers. me...

i adjusted mine with 2 drifts and 2 hammers. me and a mate in sterio to stop the whole lot spinning and lock it up when correct
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Oct-2005, 18:13
Replies: 25
Views: 5,412
Posted By mark749s
have been out on the bike today, the handling is...

have been out on the bike today, the handling is completely different, you would not think it was the same bike. That is with 4 lines showing i.e. 16mm poking thro'
I had already set the sag to 35/30...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Oct-2005, 00:45
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
spoke to the dealer and they are replacing under...

spoke to the dealer and they are replacing under warranty, it happens when i have been out in the wet and the steam is coming off the radiator condensing on the screen.
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Oct-2005, 00:30
Replies: 25
Views: 5,412
Posted By mark749s
took the advice and roped the top triple clamp to...

took the advice and roped the top triple clamp to the garage rafter, everything was going well till the top criple clamp came off! yep the front end dropped. The centre clamp ovbiosly wasn't the...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Oct-2005, 15:46
Replies: 25
Views: 5,412
Posted By mark749s
section 8 superbike setup

they say

Showa equipped bikes:
Rear ride height rod eye to eye length 285mm. (fig 1)

Forks should be set at 4 lines showing or 20mm of fork above the triple clamp (fig 2)

how do you set the forks...
Forum: Tyres 05-Oct-2005, 22:15
Replies: 9
Views: 3,269
Posted By mark749s
the bike is fitted with them now, I was just...

the bike is fitted with them now, I was just wondering if I could save a few quid, as you do
Forum: Tyres 05-Oct-2005, 21:47
Replies: 9
Views: 3,269
Posted By mark749s
diablo corsa ordered

diablo corsa ordered
Forum: Tyres 04-Oct-2005, 20:59
Replies: 9
Views: 3,269
Posted By mark749s
pirelli dragon evo\'s

has anyone used pirelli dragon evo's, I currently run pirelli diablo corsas on my 749s but they are wearing out. I can get a set of dragon evo's fitted for £160
what is the verdict

Mark
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Oct-2005, 20:17
Replies: 17
Views: 2,348
Posted By mark749s
just measured my 749s and it is 68 Cm

just measured my 749s and it is 68 Cm
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Sep-2005, 00:04
Replies: 14
Views: 2,570
Posted By mark749s
you must have some wedge, mine is still totally...

you must have some wedge, mine is still totally standard
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Sep-2005, 21:29
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
it has disappeared as fast as it came, will it...

it has disappeared as fast as it came, will it reappear?
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Sep-2005, 22:07
Replies: 15
Views: 2,107
Posted By mark749s
condensation in tacho

have seen condensation in my 749s's tacho today, the bike is 3 months old, I have only washed it with sponge and hose pipe. spoke to the dealer and they said to keep an eye on it and if it becomes a...
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Sep-2005, 01:04
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By mark749s
mines a pint anyway

mines a pint anyway
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Sep-2005, 00:59
Replies: 9
Views: 890
Posted By mark749s
hey up

got a 749s 2600 miles ago great fun anybody in south wales (Abergavenny) fancy a spin give us a shout


Mark
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