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Forum: General Motorcycles only 15-Dec-2005, 13:38
Replies: 1
Views: 1,578
Posted By keith888
Something for the winter??

Well it might be a car but it does have a Ducati engine!

www.f500.co.uk

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 08-Dec-2005, 13:28
Replies: 17
Views: 3,427
Posted By keith888
I appreciate the P7 won't work with any of the...

I appreciate the P7 won't work with any of the dual map P8 upgrade chips but I've actually got no complaints about the fuelling as it is. I am, however, intending on getting Nelly to check the CO...
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Dec-2005, 20:35
Replies: 7
Views: 1,943
Posted By keith888
Mine was also really tight. I ended up using a...

Mine was also really tight. I ended up using a slide hammer (very gently).

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Dec-2005, 13:20
Replies: 17
Views: 3,427
Posted By keith888
Shazaam.....I thought that only the SP888 models...

Shazaam.....I thought that only the SP888 models used the dual mapping function of the P8? If so, I'm still confused why the road tests of the era claimed the P8 was a big improvement over the P7 if...
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Dec-2005, 10:00
Replies: 17
Views: 3,427
Posted By keith888
I'm still a little confused. The FIM website...

I'm still a little confused. The FIM website seems to indicate that the 888 was fitted with the same (038 or 039) EPROM regardless of which ECU (P7 or P8) was fitted. If that is correct then does...
Forum: 851 / 888 30-Nov-2005, 13:56
Replies: 13
Views: 2,479
Posted By keith888
I will strip and do them myself as I've done a...

I will strip and do them myself as I've done a few forks over the years(though admittedly not USDs). I was just hoping that I could get away with a simple oil change but sounds like I'm best to...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 21:11
Replies: 13
Views: 2,479
Posted By keith888
Thanks Rob. Looks like another major job to add...

Thanks Rob. Looks like another major job to add to the (ever expanding list). The bike has done 16,000 miles and the last few service sheets do not mention the forks so I suspect the oil has never...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 20:22
Replies: 13
Views: 2,479
Posted By keith888
more stupid questions

Sorry guys but I've got a couple more questions for you;

(1) Do I gap the NGK DCPR9EVX plugs to the same as the manual recommends for Champion plugs (0.5-0.6mm)? I thought I'd better check as cars...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 29-Nov-2005, 18:32
Replies: 26
Views: 3,047
Posted By keith888
Might still be worth trying to borrow an original...

Might still be worth trying to borrow an original Windows XP installation disk to boot from that as ian suggested (or take it into a repair shop to check). A colleague at work had a similar error a...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Nov-2005, 18:18
Replies: 6
Views: 1,724
Posted By keith888
Mine is also a '93 and definately has 4mm thick...

Mine is also a '93 and definately has 4mm thick disks as I've just checked (there is almost no wear on mine). They look rivetted so they are 'fixed' or possibly might just classify as...
Forum: 851 / 888 28-Nov-2005, 20:01
Replies: 17
Views: 3,427
Posted By keith888
Thanks Andy. Sounds like it is definately the...

Thanks Andy. Sounds like it is definately the original chip. If the 039 is the EPROM fitted for the italian market then I doubt it is in anyway restrictive:D
Forum: 851 / 888 28-Nov-2005, 19:19
Replies: 17
Views: 3,427
Posted By keith888
Strada EPROM

Hi Guys,

I opened the covers on my stock Strada 888 (P7 processor) to check there was no water damage and all looks fine. However, I was somewhat surprised to find the EPROM has a SPO sticker on...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Nov-2005, 18:16
Replies: 16
Views: 2,659
Posted By keith888
My personal view is just leave it alone with...

My personal view is just leave it alone with petrol in. I do this and have never had a problem with all the bikes/lawn mowers/chain saws etc I have ever had. If its got carbs then definatelt drain...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Nov-2005, 13:03
Replies: 3
Views: 1,539
Posted By keith888
Are you sure this is not just a "getting...

Are you sure this is not just a "getting used to a big 4 stroke twin" issue? I certainly found that going from the RG to the 888 was a bit of a culture shock on roundabouts and tight corners :D I...
Forum: 851 / 888 11-Nov-2005, 13:33
Replies: 6
Views: 1,257
Posted By keith888
Me too. I have a fiche for the 851 and 916 but...

Me too. I have a fiche for the 851 and 916 but would like something a bit closer to the 888 Strada.

Keith
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Nov-2005, 13:29
Replies: 9
Views: 1,274
Posted By keith888
If you are passing anywhere near Nottingham (and...

If you are passing anywhere near Nottingham (and have a 2-phase alternator) you are welcome to borrow my regulator (Its currently stripped out).

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 09-Nov-2005, 19:10
Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Posted By keith888
I gave that some thought but the screwed sealing...

I gave that some thought but the screwed sealing grommet on the 888 looks like it will need a fairly circular cross section to seal OK. As there is oil being thrown around I suspect an oval cross...
Forum: 851 / 888 09-Nov-2005, 18:54
Replies: 3
Views: 1,492
Posted By keith888
Alternator wiring

Hi Guys,

I've been checking out the alternator wiring on the 888 and a little TLC is needed. One connector is blackened and the main cable insulation has a split where it passes through the main...
Forum: 851 / 888 08-Nov-2005, 10:06
Replies: 13
Views: 2,454
Posted By keith888
I'll stick in a third vote for HCP & G. They...

I'll stick in a third vote for HCP & G. They did my RG500 sliders 6-7 years ago and the end result was much better than stock. Still perfect now.

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 31-Oct-2005, 19:14
Replies: 2
Views: 1,186
Posted By keith888
Thanks Nelly. In that case, I'll leave the...

Thanks Nelly. In that case, I'll leave the closers for another winter (when I have not got quite so many other things to do) but I will do the 2 tight openers and pull the cams to check the rockers....
Forum: 851 / 888 31-Oct-2005, 18:56
Replies: 2
Views: 1,186
Posted By keith888
888 valves/rockers

Hi Guys,

Sorry, but yet another question for you all! I've now checked all my valve gaps and not one is within spec according to the Ducati manual I have! I'm assuming (and rather hoping) it is...
Forum: 851 / 888 30-Oct-2005, 10:57
Replies: 12
Views: 2,908
Posted By keith888
Welcome! I'll have a pint of best too. Best of...

Welcome! I'll have a pint of best too. Best of luck curing the misfire.

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 30-Oct-2005, 10:53
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By keith888
The bike seemed to be running fine before I took...

The bike seemed to be running fine before I took it off the road, though 10 years of running 2 strokes probably hasn't helped my critical abilities!

A cooling system flush is definately on the list....
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Oct-2005, 21:47
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By keith888
That'll be a while yet (probably during the...

That'll be a while yet (probably during the Winter!) as I don't get much time in the evenings. I'm just about to start looking at the valve clearances/rockers and then I need to do the belts and a...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Oct-2005, 21:30
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By keith888
Thanks for the feedback guys. Alas, I have the...

Thanks for the feedback guys. Alas, I have the P7 so unless I swap to a P8 then I'm stuck with the same map for both cylinders. If the bleed screws can make a fair difference to running then I'll...
Forum: 851 / 888 29-Oct-2005, 15:27
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By keith888
Cylinder mixture differences

Its obvious from peering inside the exhausts that the rear cylinder on the 888 (Strada) is running a little leaner than the front. The header from the rear cylinder is completely clean of carbon...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Oct-2005, 21:31
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By keith888
Hi Andy, The 888 is stripped for a full checkover...

Hi Andy, The 888 is stripped for a full checkover (I always like to do this with a 'new' bike). The exhaust looked so scabby that it seemed a shame not to take it off and give it a polish. ...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Oct-2005, 21:21
Replies: 8
Views: 1,663
Posted By keith888
The P8's are coded as IAW 435 whilst the P7 is...

The P8's are coded as IAW 435 whilst the P7 is labelled IAW 043. My (early) 888 has a P7. A P8 off a car should be fine as long as you fit a correct EPROM.

Keith
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Oct-2005, 19:24
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By keith888
I've just managed to shift the blasted stud. ...

I've just managed to shift the blasted stud. The stud was in VERY tight. I kept failing to get a strong enough weld to a nut. In the end I built up the stud with weld until it was glowing nicely...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 24-Oct-2005, 10:18
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By keith888
In hindsight I should have used a cutting disc on...

In hindsight I should have used a cutting disc on a dremel to part cut through the nuts. I did this on one of the other nasty looking nuts and the nut spun off after a few knocks with the cold...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2005, 21:38
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By keith888
Thanks guys. I'll give the nut idea a go next...

Thanks guys. I'll give the nut idea a go next week and see if I can avoid having to pull the head.

Keith
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Oct-2005, 20:03
Replies: 9
Views: 1,425
Posted By keith888
snapped exhaust stud

Hi Guys,

The exhaust on the 888 is now off (probably for the first time in 12 years) but despite a weeks worth of soaking with penetrating fluid I still managed to snap one of the suds on the...
Forum: 851 / 888 18-Oct-2005, 18:14
Replies: 4
Views: 1,741
Posted By keith888
I've just checked my fuel hoses and they look...

I've just checked my fuel hoses and they look like the originals (the bike is pretty unmessed with). They are labelled "Kleper Industries" with what appears to be a sensible date code 07/92 and a...
Forum: 851 / 888 17-Oct-2005, 19:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,741
Posted By keith888
Another 888 in bits

Hi all,

Finally got around to starting the winter service (pic attached). So far so good (ie no snapped or mashed bolts) and no nasty surprises. It was nice to see the nice shiny wiring indicating...
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2005, 18:21
Replies: 40
Views: 10,492
Posted By keith888
Wicked! I'm absolutely green. I like the idea...

Wicked! I'm absolutely green. I like the idea of the 888 track day for next year as it would be nice to see a few running together.

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 22-Sep-2005, 15:29
Replies: 7
Views: 1,769
Posted By keith888
Pleased you got a good quote. I've been with...

Pleased you got a good quote. I've been with them about 10 years and they don't try to sting you by hiking the quotes up each year. If you have the same policy as me you can add extra 'classic'...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 14-Sep-2005, 14:51
Replies: 18
Views: 3,388
Posted By keith888
Did a track day at Doni a few weeks ago. ...

Did a track day at Doni a few weeks ago. Security let us camp just inside the paddock entrance (even some that turned up later at 12.00pm). Even if they don't let you through the gates you can camp...
Forum: 851 / 888 13-Sep-2005, 19:37
Replies: 7
Views: 1,769
Posted By keith888
Try Footman James classic bike policy. They...

Try Footman James classic bike policy. They added my '93 888 to my Classic bike policy for a very reasonable extra £40 despite it being a little young. The cut off is 15 years but you should be OK...
Forum: 851 / 888 12-Sep-2005, 18:29
Replies: 23
Views: 2,734
Posted By keith888
Welcome! Nice looking bike. Where are you...

Welcome! Nice looking bike. Where are you based?

The only obvious extra tip I would add is to be VERY careful in car parks. That steering lock (or lack of it) takes some getting used to!

Keith
Forum: 851 / 888 08-Sep-2005, 19:46
Replies: 1
Views: 1,489
Posted By keith888
The early 888's Stradas in '93 (like mine) have...

The early 888's Stradas in '93 (like mine) have the P7 computer. The P8 will apparently improve fueling but they seem to be scarce and fetch top dollar. You might be better off getting hold of an...
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Sep-2005, 13:42
Replies: 5
Views: 1,608
Posted By keith888
There are specialists that can rebuild the...

There are specialists that can rebuild the crimped on speedo/tachos on Jap bikes (I assume Ducs are similar). I've never used one and don't have any more details but they certainly advertise in...
Forum: 851 / 888 10-Aug-2005, 15:36
Replies: 9
Views: 1,382
Posted By keith888
Probably also worth pulling the relay and...

Probably also worth pulling the relay and replacing after a squirt of WD40 (repeat as necessary for other local connectors). You might have a slightly duff connection to the relay due to a bit of...
Forum: 851 / 888 09-Aug-2005, 09:23
Replies: 23
Views: 3,355
Posted By keith888
Nice one! Definately keep us posted with pics. ...

Nice one! Definately keep us posted with pics. I'll be doing the same to mine shortly (more to check things over properly than tart up).

Keith
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Aug-2005, 13:58
Replies: 4
Views: 1,301
Posted By keith888
Thanks guys, Thats a great help. I've got an...

Thanks guys, Thats a great help. I've got an old 4 wheel trolley thing I should be able to adapt. I must say that I like the look of the proper Ducati one (though I suspect the price is somewhat...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Aug-2005, 09:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,301
Posted By keith888
Engine stand

Does anybody have dimensions (or a link to it) for an engine stand for the 4 valve engine? I'm fairly handy with a welder but it would be much easier if I could see what others had done. ...
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Aug-2005, 15:00
Replies: 14
Views: 1,847
Posted By keith888
Definately quite a few saddos about. I've only...

Definately quite a few saddos about. I've only had the 100% sized version a couple of months and have already bought a Tamiya 888 model to go with it. The plan is to build it at Christmas with the...
Forum: 851 / 888 24-Jul-2005, 21:22
Replies: 7
Views: 1,445
Posted By keith888
My arms etc also are sore. Alas, my aches are...

My arms etc also are sore. Alas, my aches are cos I spent the whole weekend attending to the blown head gasket on the V**vo.

The music of the 888 is but a dim memory and its raining now...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Jul-2005, 14:58
Replies: 89
Views: 21,455
Posted By keith888
26 years since I was 16; Casal Phantom 5 moped...

26 years since I was 16;

Casal Phantom 5 moped (ate Fizzys for breakfast)
Honda CB175
MZ TS250
Honda 400F
Honda 750K6 (owned for 15 years, a total of near 100,000 miles and I still couldn't wear it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jul-2005, 14:46
Replies: 55
Views: 9,416
Posted By keith888
Thermostat not opening properly leading to...

Thermostat not opening properly leading to overheating leading to intermittent sensor operation????
Forum: 851 / 888 05-Jul-2005, 14:41
Replies: 6
Views: 2,424
Posted By keith888
Might be worth checking that the crankcase...

Might be worth checking that the crankcase breather system is not obstructed as that would raise your crankcase pressure. Again, I've not looked at the system in any detail so I might be talking...
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