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Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-Oct-2005, 08:07
Replies: 17
Views: 2,636
Posted By BIG-G
Phil, I do all as you suggest but I live up here...

Phil, I do all as you suggest but I live up here and they are as likely to pull you going to work as on a Sunday.
As for the traps, go to www.arrivealive.org.uk when in Wales
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,217
Posted By BIG-G
Ouch !!!

Ouch !!!
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:35
Replies: 24
Views: 4,336
Posted By BIG-G
On previous occations I tape the lever to the bar...

On previous occations I tape the lever to the bar and leave over night to let time do the job
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:27
Replies: 7
Views: 1,217
Posted By BIG-G
Never seen one. Where do you find the ajusters...

Never seen one. Where do you find the ajusters for sale.
Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:14
Replies: 14
Views: 1,849
Posted By BIG-G
http://www.pirellimoto.com/pzone/news/page_0001/x_...

http://www.pirellimoto.com/pzone/news/page_0001/x_pressure.htm
How about one of these?
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 17:03
Replies: 7
Views: 1,217
Posted By BIG-G
Shock in or out

I've finaly got the front set up for sag etc but can't get to the rear preload with the C spanner. I dont want to use a drift in case I knacker the castled spring nuts. How's it done guys. Do I need...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Oct-2005, 16:55
Replies: 3
Views: 1,428
Posted By BIG-G
http://phreak.vwh.net/999torque.pdf Print or...

http://phreak.vwh.net/999torque.pdf

Print or save. I use these for my 749
Forum: General Motorcycles only 12-Oct-2005, 16:48
Replies: 17
Views: 2,636
Posted By BIG-G
Living in Nth Wales how many times I've been...

Living in Nth Wales how many times I've been stopped for plate and visor? coppers everywhere
Bikes and cars get nickrd in village and police give you a report number and nothing else is done.
I'll...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Oct-2005, 10:36
Replies: 19
Views: 1,580
Posted By BIG-G
I bought my 749s 05 model 12 months old for...

I bought my 749s 05 model 12 months old for £6.400 from Chorley Yamaha. It seems that non Ducati dealers are better priced on Duc's as they want to move them on more quickley. When I last looked they...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Oct-2005, 10:29
Replies: 10
Views: 2,594
Posted By BIG-G
On the ST's you have one strap for the head...

On the ST's you have one strap for the head stock, one for the base under the seat front and one either sde with elastic that hook under the tank sides. Good luck
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Oct-2005, 15:28
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
Have ordered one as a spare. At £15 well worth...

Have ordered one as a spare. At £15 well worth the outlay.
Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Oct-2005, 15:26
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
Henry, read it and see what you mean. I've...

Henry, read it and see what you mean. I've printed off and will have a proper go at setting up at the weekend when I have more time.
Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 05-Oct-2005, 09:34
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
How much for a lever? I'm gonna start saving now...

How much for a lever? I'm gonna start saving now as I'm convinced mine will be over at some point. Does no one do alternative levers.
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 18:09
Replies: 9
Views: 1,783
Posted By BIG-G
Did they rework the shocks and or replace...

Did they rework the shocks and or replace springs?
I live just south of Chester so is right on my doorstep
G
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 17:57
Replies: 9
Views: 1,783
Posted By BIG-G
Just been to check the unladen sag and it seems...

Just been to check the unladen sag and it seems to have all been taken out by the previous owner, to the point that I need to put some back.
The ride height looks also to have beed extended so it...
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 04-Oct-2005, 17:49
Replies: 6
Views: 8,809
Posted By BIG-G
I'm still using one of these. They should sell...

I'm still using one of these. They should sell the added feature that if you loose your keys you only need a pen.
G
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 16:04
Replies: 9
Views: 1,783
Posted By BIG-G
Good job I lost a stone before I bought it then. G

Good job I lost a stone before I bought it then.
G
Forum: General Motorcycles only 04-Oct-2005, 09:02
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By BIG-G
Wicked info, hours of new fun coming up. Thanks G

Wicked info, hours of new fun coming up.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 08:51
Replies: 9
Views: 1,783
Posted By BIG-G
749s suspention for 16 stone

Any past threads on this or is some one similar to me. At 16st I'm finding the bike set up to soft, ie bouncing through quick but undulating corners. I dont know whether to start with the spring rate...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2005, 08:42
Replies: 6
Views: 1,293
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks all G

Thanks all
G
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2005, 17:55
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By BIG-G
Easy, thanks. Now how do you get one that moves...

Easy, thanks. Now how do you get one that moves IE like the ones that show headlighs flashing etc
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2005, 17:26
Replies: 6
Views: 1,626
Posted By BIG-G
How do I reduce pixels

I want to add an avtar to my posts and use a photo but they are all too big. How do I take or reduce a photo to 155x155 as per the instuctions on this site. I have the normal type 5m pixel...
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Oct-2005, 17:16
Replies: 6
Views: 1,293
Posted By BIG-G
Just that, best quality I can get for a price...

Just that, best quality I can get for a price with out going to the high prices of Ducati OE stuff
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Oct-2005, 10:48
Replies: 6
Views: 1,293
Posted By BIG-G
Which carbon front mudguard

Whats the best value for money for a carbon front mudguard please.
Cheers
G
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Oct-2005, 10:42
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
I'm still messing about with this. I think the...

I'm still messing about with this. I think the previous owner might have ajusted the ride height. Does anyone know the std length of the ride height from end to end.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 03-Oct-2005, 10:34
Replies: 11
Views: 1,257
Posted By BIG-G
Watch when you lower the shock / spring as the...

Watch when you lower the shock / spring as the original side stand wont work. Bmw sell lowered F650's etc that come with new stands
G
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Oct-2005, 09:14
Replies: 5
Views: 1,278
Posted By BIG-G
Paint it is then and I can then take it futher...

Paint it is then and I can then take it futher accross to hide some other chips
Thanks
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Oct-2005, 09:11
Replies: 30
Views: 5,269
Posted By BIG-G
See you up there when the weather warms up...

See you up there when the weather warms up again
Newbie for only 2 weeks myself but great help from all the guys.
G
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Oct-2005, 09:07
Replies: 29
Views: 4,839
Posted By BIG-G
Hi, I,ve been back to the fold for only 2 weeks...

Hi, I,ve been back to the fold for only 2 weeks but had tremendous help from these guys so ask the questions and you'll get good answers
G
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Sep-2005, 15:26
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
Me again, just had another look and it still...

Me again, just had another look and it still looks well over. Height from inside barend to floor is 66cm with wheel straight. Can anyone check this for me please.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Sep-2005, 14:43
Replies: 5
Views: 1,278
Posted By BIG-G
How easy to fit front number board

I'm thinking of sticking a white number board on front of bike as advertised on ebay. Are they easy to fit? Will they remove again if ness? Any one else bought from ebay?
This is mainly to hide the...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Sep-2005, 14:20
Replies: 0
Views: 838
Posted By BIG-G
New 999 £9999

Dont know if it's a good price but just left Ducati Manchester. They are selling 1xred and 1xblack at this price. Thought I'd mention it in case some one is looking at the moment, and no I'm not on...
Forum: 999 / 749 30-Sep-2005, 14:16
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks, I feel easier now. G

Thanks, I feel easier now.
G
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Sep-2005, 19:25
Replies: 17
Views: 2,355
Posted By BIG-G
Side stand lean

My 749 seems to lean at quite an angle compared to other bikes I've owned. Without the 50 mile trip tp my nearest dealer can anyone tell me if this is the norm.
Do they stretch the bracket or come...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Sep-2005, 10:03
Replies: 1
Views: 1,018
Posted By BIG-G
I must still be asleep this morning as I've now...

I must still be asleep this morning as I've now read the post below on the 999 speedo.
I must pay more attention.
Thanks anyway
G
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Sep-2005, 10:00
Replies: 1
Views: 1,018
Posted By BIG-G
Optimistic speedo

I know you guys will have discussed before but as I'm still getting back into Duc's can anyone explain why the speedo is so optimistic. It even says in the book it reads 8% out.
Its this correct and...
Forum: 999 / 749 25-Sep-2005, 11:07
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By BIG-G
Thanks for the info. I can now at least fit my...

Thanks for the info. I can now at least fit my new sprockets.
G
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Sep-2005, 14:46
Replies: 2
Views: 1,308
Posted By BIG-G
749s torque setting please

Dont know what I'd do without your help.
Anyone have the torque setting for this bike.
Ie rear axle nut, caliper bolts and spindle pinch bolts and any others.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Sep-2005, 08:55
Replies: 7
Views: 1,060
Posted By BIG-G
As suggested I've gone back to std with notes...

As suggested I've gone back to std with notes on what it was. Rear now softer and more compliant but have needed to up rear rebound.
I'm out on it today and will give it a proper trial on some...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Sep-2005, 12:31
Replies: 7
Views: 1,060
Posted By BIG-G
749s suspention settings

The guy I bought my bike from has uped the rear spring load to accommodate a pillion. The bike still seems ok one up but is it worth going back to std?
Does anyone know/tried better suspention...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Sep-2005, 12:26
Replies: 9
Views: 1,392
Posted By BIG-G
All the guys up here have fitted protector...

All the guys up here have fitted protector bobbins from below. These are machined to order and only cost approx £11.00
Mine work brilliantly on my 05, 749 with a rear clam...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Sep-2005, 16:36
Replies: 7
Views: 1,384
Posted By BIG-G
MRA it is then. Thanks Next question, is it me...

MRA it is then.
Thanks
Next question, is it me but what does the CONS readout measure and in what calibration on the lower right digital display. Can't find the info in the book.
Thanks
g
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Sep-2005, 10:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,384
Posted By BIG-G
749s sreen help

I need a new screen for the bike. Probably d/bouble. Have looked at MRA and some others. they all seem to dispense with the sceen running light. Is this the way to go or are there screens that retain...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Sep-2005, 09:45
Replies: 27
Views: 3,212
Posted By BIG-G
PS, do the Termi's fit both 749 and 999 or are...

PS, do the Termi's fit both 749 and 999 or are the systems different.
I'll go for just the can and the pipe to get rid of the cat and will this run on the standard chip
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Sep-2005, 09:42
Replies: 27
Views: 3,212
Posted By BIG-G
I'll start saving now to fit in the spring. Who...

I'll start saving now to fit in the spring.
Who does the best deals on these.
Thanks
G
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Sep-2005, 09:40
Replies: 4
Views: 1,077
Posted By BIG-G
Sorry, got 05 749s reg Oct 04. Posted on...

Sorry, got 05 749s reg Oct 04. Posted on different topic.
Thanks for info on coils, I'll now get the spray out. As for headlight I suddenly like the colour as the work to remove sounds beyond my...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-Sep-2005, 18:55
Replies: 4
Views: 1,077
Posted By BIG-G
Which 749s or 999 Got bike at last

Just thought I'd finish the saga and say thanks for all your help. Picked bike up yesterday and have done 400 miles. Already going through my favorite bends as quick as on the speed triple but not...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Sep-2005, 09:16
Replies: 27
Views: 3,212
Posted By BIG-G
KeefyB, thought I got up early but you get the...

KeefyB, thought I got up early but you get the worm.
Just watched Ducati get pole in Japan. Picking mine up 10am then on to the web to buy bits. Will leave pipes until spring and will look at MRA...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Sep-2005, 18:17
Replies: 27
Views: 3,212
Posted By BIG-G
Hugger ordered, will be looking for Termi's on...

Hugger ordered, will be looking for Termi's on ebay etc unless anyone selling. Do I get the system or end can and wheres the cat located?Do I also need chip with either. I also want most power mid...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Sep-2005, 10:54
Replies: 27
Views: 3,212
Posted By BIG-G
Which 749s or 999 decision made

I'm, with all your help, picking up the 749s tomorrow. This maily due to cash limits and it being an 05 model.
Thanks for all the help.
Next question, What do I buy and fit over the cold and wet...
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