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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 09-Mar-2005, 15:12
Replies: 22
Views: 5,606
Posted By desmojen
Lol, oops! :lol:

Lol, oops! :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2005, 13:19
Replies: 22
Views: 3,739
Posted By desmojen
I already have the Termi's. Honestly, they would...

I already have the Termi's. Honestly, they would wake the dead at twenty paces!
I want to put the back back on the road for occasional tomfoolery, but she really is too loud as is!
Tecnoto parts look...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Mar-2005, 13:16
Replies: 22
Views: 5,606
Posted By desmojen
honestly Weeksy, you get all the breaks! :sing:

honestly Weeksy, you get all the breaks! :sing:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 07-Mar-2005, 18:29
Replies: 22
Views: 5,606
Posted By desmojen
I just PM'd him with the same question! :)

I just PM'd him with the same question! :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Mar-2005, 18:14
Replies: 22
Views: 3,739
Posted By desmojen
Thanks a bundle fellas! Do any of you actually...

Thanks a bundle fellas! Do any of you actually have them fitted?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Mar-2005, 19:49
Replies: 22
Views: 3,739
Posted By desmojen
Silencer reducers

Does anyone know if you can buy slip in decibel reducers for Termignoni race cans?
Any details gratefully received :)
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 03-Jan-2005, 14:38
Replies: 27
Views: 5,164
Posted By desmojen
That was my query rockhopper. I don't feel happy...

That was my query rockhopper. I don't feel happy about running my bike on plain water since I have already had corrosion problems with it?
I'm only doing trackdays next year anyway so it doesn't...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 31-Dec-2004, 17:33
Replies: 27
Views: 5,164
Posted By desmojen
Just one thing to add here, I havn't changed my...

Just one thing to add here, I havn't changed my coolant for water as I initially didn't know you had to, but what about corrosion inside the engine? The whole point of the coolant is to inhibit...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Dec-2004, 17:39
Replies: 8
Views: 1,365
Posted By desmojen
You can use nitromors if you get the stuff which...

You can use nitromors if you get the stuff which is meant for glassfibre, Halfords sell this I think, as do paint factors for the motor trade.
Yeti is correct in his diagnosis on returning the shine,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 13-Dec-2004, 20:52
Replies: 159
Views: 36,558
Posted By desmojen
Hear hear Seve! Just proves how competitive it...

Hear hear Seve!

Just proves how competitive it will be though, from how much arguing you all are doing about the cost!!!!!

Who cares?

This is supposed to be fun :lol:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Dec-2004, 14:57
Replies: 159
Views: 36,558
Posted By desmojen
You are all right, everyone will do it their own...

You are all right, everyone will do it their own way, some will spend a lot, some will spend less. Doesn't really matter does it? Weeksy's estimates are not unreasonable, but I am equally sure it can...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Dec-2004, 14:06
Replies: 5
Views: 1,827
Posted By desmojen
Hi there, I had the same thing happen to mine! I...

Hi there, I had the same thing happen to mine!
I got it re welded and it's been ok since. Have a look on ebay if you don't want to weld, they sometimes come up on there but they're not cheap!
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 14-Nov-2004, 12:04
Replies: 30
Views: 8,177
Posted By desmojen
When I had a road Ducati, I rode it all year...

When I had a road Ducati, I rode it all year round except when it was snowing, but to be honest, I couldn't disagree more with comments which suggest that it teaches you good riding!
It teaches you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Nov-2004, 22:30
Replies: 17
Views: 4,514
Posted By desmojen
Cheers Skids :cool:

Cheers Skids :cool:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Nov-2004, 16:41
Replies: 17
Views: 4,514
Posted By desmojen
Skidlids, how much was your snap on tool? Plus,...

Skidlids, how much was your snap on tool? Plus, do you have a cat number for it?
I would like a belt tool but don't fancy paying for the ducati one!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Oct-2004, 17:13
Replies: 20
Views: 2,565
Posted By desmojen
Harris do one that fits the original fairings...

Harris do one that fits the original fairings with no need to cut them. It slides inside the original fairing at the front, and then fits flush allong the rest. Bloody expensive though at £250 odd! :o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Oct-2004, 18:44
Replies: 20
Views: 2,565
Posted By desmojen
You can buy those, I've seen them recently, only...

You can buy those, I've seen them recently, only thing is, I can't remember where!! :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Oct-2004, 18:40
Replies: 12
Views: 1,497
Posted By desmojen
Mine doesn't have a plaque and is the 2000my...

Mine doesn't have a plaque and is the 2000my version. I queried Baines (who originally sold the bike) and was told that all R's do not have a plaque.
It's to be expected really isn't it!!

Mind you,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Oct-2004, 18:53
Replies: 15
Views: 2,367
Posted By desmojen
Swingarm looks sweet :D

Swingarm looks sweet :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Oct-2004, 19:01
Replies: 227
Views: 51,306
Posted By desmojen
Weeksy is spot on, like him I have already...

Weeksy is spot on, like him I have already commited to next year, and cannot afford another bike, otherwise my cheque would have been in weeks ago! ( although, unlike Weeksy, I won't claim it would...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Oct-2004, 18:50
Replies: 55
Views: 12,643
Posted By desmojen
My 748R has 50mm cans, otherwise standard. On the...

My 748R has 50mm cans, otherwise standard.
On the Crescent Suzuki calibrated dyno it pulls 108 bhp and 56 ft/lbs of torque.
Try finding a standard CBR RR, or any 600 which will match that!
The only...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Oct-2004, 21:52
Replies: 55
Views: 12,643
Posted By desmojen
Deej, had it occured to you that there may be a...

Deej, had it occured to you that there may be a problem with the engine, or it may be restricted??
Theres no way any 748 should struggle to top 120 on a flat road. It will never be as fast in a...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Oct-2004, 21:20
Replies: 227
Views: 51,306
Posted By desmojen
You would! :frog:

You would! :frog:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2004, 18:59
Replies: 15
Views: 3,403
Posted By desmojen
It's better than a lift because you can get at...

It's better than a lift because you can get at the bottom of the bike easily when it's up. Makes valve adjustment a relative doddle.
You can also completely strip the bike and lift the frame off the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Oct-2004, 19:04
Replies: 15
Views: 3,403
Posted By desmojen
My mate who does servicing uses one, it's ace,...

My mate who does servicing uses one, it's ace, really good.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Oct-2004, 19:01
Replies: 9
Views: 1,229
Posted By desmojen
Powder coat is much tougher than 2 pack, so will...

Powder coat is much tougher than 2 pack, so will last longer.
Downside is that it costs more and is only really available in black unless you are willing to shell out plenty.
Any car or bike...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Oct-2004, 18:10
Replies: 7
Views: 4,386
Posted By desmojen
Is it right that you can run a 650 twin in the...

Is it right that you can run a 650 twin in the 400's now? Think I heard that somewhere and there is a guy who runs an SV in the 400's with new era.
Not sure how competitive it would be but it's...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Oct-2004, 21:34
Replies: 227
Views: 51,306
Posted By desmojen
Hey you guys, the difference between a monster...

Hey you guys, the difference between a monster and an SS on track? Sod all I would say!
Speaking as someone who regularly gets whupped by 250's, supermotos, singles, even 125's, I can tell you that...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Oct-2004, 21:39
Replies: 227
Views: 51,306
Posted By desmojen
Oh, I wish I could afford it, this could be the...

Oh, I wish I could afford it, this could be the start of something good! :bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2004, 23:55
Replies: 28
Views: 2,975
Posted By desmojen
Deej, at the end of the day you'll get what you...

Deej, at the end of the day you'll get what you want, but I have to say (being an opinionated old wafflebag!) if you are road riding get an S. The R is far less easy to ride on the road, and frankly,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Sep-2004, 19:20
Replies: 6
Views: 1,406
Posted By desmojen
Tp, how damaged is it? £100 is pretty reasonable...

Tp, how damaged is it?
£100 is pretty reasonable really, if you want a decent job doing.
The paint alone is liable to cost £20-£30!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 17:36
Replies: 34
Views: 3,531
Posted By desmojen
Oops, sorry :rolleye:

Oops, sorry :rolleye:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 16:40
Replies: 34
Views: 3,531
Posted By desmojen
I think all the quick release sprockets are to...

I think all the quick release sprockets are to the same pattern. I have renthal sprockets but I don't think my carrier is renthal.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 15:42
Replies: 25
Views: 3,090
Posted By desmojen
Lil, you can get a filter from Halfords for...

Lil, you can get a filter from Halfords for £5.99, they are made by champion, well up to the job.
You must use fully synthetic oil in your R, it helps save the rockers!
Other than that just follow...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 15:39
Replies: 29
Views: 4,052
Posted By desmojen
If I were you I'd put all your settings back to...

If I were you I'd put all your settings back to standard and start again from there!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 15:37
Replies: 8
Views: 1,481
Posted By desmojen
I've got one you can have for twenty quid if you...

I've got one you can have for twenty quid if you want.
It has an ali housing and comes with a universal throttle cable, I think it's a quarter turn one.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2004, 15:35
Replies: 34
Views: 3,531
Posted By desmojen
Hi Lily, nice to see you getting your hands...

Hi Lily, nice to see you getting your hands dirty!!

You don't need to change the front sprocket just because you change the rear, but for the sake of 7 quid you may as well!
If you want to stay...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Sep-2004, 23:45
Replies: 13
Views: 2,170
Posted By desmojen
I always use optimax, it may be placebo, but I...

I always use optimax, it may be placebo, but I swear she runs better on it.

Obviously you just needed to give her a good caning DeeJay, they love it! ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 18:11
Replies: 13
Views: 2,170
Posted By desmojen
What do you think the chip does? Lol :lol:

What do you think the chip does? Lol :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 16:29
Replies: 13
Views: 2,170
Posted By desmojen
Yep, it should have a code on it, you just ring...

Yep, it should have a code on it, you just ring one of the specialists (JHP or someone like that) who should be able to tell you if you have the right one or not.
Could be also that your tickover is...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 14:05
Replies: 12
Views: 2,311
Posted By desmojen
Hi there dave, theres no need to let your head...

Hi there dave, theres no need to let your head over rule a perfectly good decision!
Other than servicing, theres no need to do anything special to these bikes other than ride them!!
Go for it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2004, 13:35
Replies: 13
Views: 2,170
Posted By desmojen
The power band thing is quite normal mate, mines...

The power band thing is quite normal mate, mines the same!
Have you got the right chip in for your exhaust? Mine was terrible when I got it and that was why, but having said that mine is reminiscent...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Sep-2004, 11:46
Replies: 13
Views: 3,239
Posted By desmojen
The bigger master cylinder I fitted included a...

The bigger master cylinder I fitted included a spacer to use on the early models so it will fit all years.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Sep-2004, 11:43
Replies: 13
Views: 2,001
Posted By desmojen
I think only the sps/R models had an alloy...

I think only the sps/R models had an alloy subframe?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2004, 22:46
Replies: 9
Views: 1,552
Posted By desmojen
I disagree with all of you!! My 748 is raced in a...

I disagree with all of you!!
My 748 is raced in a class full of big twins and 750 fours, and despite all that extra torque and power they most definately do not leave me for dead out of corners, far...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Sep-2004, 22:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,689
Posted By desmojen
If the bike is new it's quite natural for it to...

If the bike is new it's quite natural for it to use some oil, as it is settling in. Good oil will change colour quite quickly as it does indeed collect all the smut so as to keep your engines...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Sep-2004, 13:21
Replies: 41
Views: 6,619
Posted By desmojen
The only mistake I made is that I didn't buy one...

The only mistake I made is that I didn't buy one years ago!!! :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2004, 21:19
Replies: 13
Views: 3,239
Posted By desmojen
Hi there, fit the bigger slave cylinder, they are...

Hi there, fit the bigger slave cylinder, they are BRILLIANT!
Theres a German guy selling fully cnc'd, German made ones on e bay. I fitted one and it rocks! Big time!
As for the lever angle, if you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 21:15
Replies: 6
Views: 1,611
Posted By desmojen
Lol, don't worry, I'm no einstein either! The...

Lol, don't worry, I'm no einstein either!
The chain will come off when you take out the sprocket, you don't have to take it right off the bike though.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2004, 21:14
Replies: 5
Views: 1,319
Posted By desmojen
Right, got it in, I have about 4mm clearance now,...

Right, got it in, I have about 4mm clearance now, phew!
Nothings ever easy is it!
It only seems to have one adjuster ring on it, but I think what I might do is come and talk to you guys/inspect your...
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