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Forum: 999 / 749 12-Jun-2006, 21:48
Replies: 3
Views: 1,780
Posted By wilf
Sala, you're bang on! if you are 16 stone then...

Sala, you're bang on!

if you are 16 stone then you'll need a much harder spring, adding compression damping will just make the back slow (note not 'hard') and make the tyre do all the work (bad...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Jun-2006, 21:37
Replies: 19
Views: 3,997
Posted By wilf
The 57mm system will physically fit no problem,...

The 57mm system will physically fit no problem, external differnces on the motors are so negligable that it will make no difference.

But unless you have the R variant of the 749 then the best...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2006, 20:45
Replies: 5
Views: 1,337
Posted By wilf
We're there! as the DUCATI representation at the...

We're there! as the DUCATI representation at the show, we couldn't be the only major manufacturer not there!! we've got most of the new bike range on display with the DUK truck that most of you have...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2006, 20:32
Replies: 9
Views: 2,202
Posted By wilf
There are 2 types of tacho (on the road bikes)...

There are 2 types of tacho (on the road bikes) and they don't work if swapped over. So if you have a 1.6m you cant fit an SP/SPS tacho and vise vera.
Forum: Monsters 08-Jun-2006, 20:28
Replies: 4
Views: 2,522
Posted By wilf
totally different, we've got 2 sets in stock, i...

totally different, we've got 2 sets in stock, i think, but selling fast! give craig a call (parts guy,) he ordered a few sets when the bike was first out and they have just turned up.

Moto Rapido...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-May-2006, 18:03
Replies: 16
Views: 3,687
Posted By wilf
couple of questions.. 1. when you rev the motor...

couple of questions..

1. when you rev the motor and it engages a gear, which gear?

2. "bike cannot be pushed forward or back", is it trying to turn the motor or is it the gearbox that is...
Forum: 999 / 749 29-May-2006, 15:27
Replies: 10
Views: 3,938
Posted By wilf
As nelly says... i don't think that JE or Pistal...

As nelly says... i don't think that JE or Pistal do a 'drop in piston'

I think pistal list one but it is too far out on weight.

You have to be carefull as some manufactures list pisons as 'Drop...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 26-May-2006, 11:21
Replies: 22
Views: 20,088
Posted By wilf
and i thought active policing was dead ! Top...

and i thought active policing was dead !

Top effort and good luck.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-May-2006, 11:18
Replies: 18
Views: 3,477
Posted By wilf
There's a drawing in the workshop manual showing...

There's a drawing in the workshop manual showing where the loom goes, if you haven't got it sorted by tomorrow i'll scan the page in for you and post it.

(i'm not in the shop today)

Give me a call...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-May-2006, 15:42
Replies: 16
Views: 3,687
Posted By wilf
You can remove the side casing with the motor in...

You can remove the side casing with the motor in the chassis, you will to drain the oill and you'll need a puller that goes on the end of the crank to pull the alternator magnet off the crank.

With...
Forum: Alarms and Related Security 23-May-2006, 20:02
Replies: 7
Views: 26,709
Posted By wilf
Duct tape over the damm thing , REALLY shuts them...

Duct tape over the damm thing , REALLY shuts them up!
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 22-May-2006, 16:40
Replies: 22
Views: 4,773
Posted By wilf
I'll swap you a session on my 853RS ???? I would...

I'll swap you a session on my 853RS ????

I would love to see how well these things go round a track, (and how well/bad i would do!)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-May-2006, 02:06
Replies: 2
Views: 1,671
Posted By wilf
Standard mirrors ??? Underside of the mirror is...

Standard mirrors ???

Underside of the mirror is a small hole that gives access to a small phillips head screw that you use to tighten the mirror ball joint.

should do the trick.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-May-2006, 01:54
Replies: 6
Views: 2,041
Posted By wilf
Ebay spot - trick exhaust system 4 DD racers

It says its delivery to italy only but i've bought bits from guys that say that. - worth asking if you want...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-May-2006, 17:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,318
Posted By wilf
yeah , if it's a later type (MY200 onwards) you...

yeah , if it's a later type (MY200 onwards) you unscrew the cap (large allen key) and then the filter needs to be unscrewed also (same size allen I think) then it slides out, give it a clean (but...
Forum: Tyres 21-May-2006, 17:13
Replies: 4
Views: 3,663
Posted By wilf
They are perfect race or trakday wets, Michelin's...

They are perfect race or trakday wets, Michelin's are very easy to get on with.

I guess you'd get about £120- £150 for em.

Sure someone on here would love em for a trackday.

Good luck
Forum: 999 / 749 21-May-2006, 15:31
Replies: 17
Views: 3,477
Posted By wilf
Welcome to the world of Ducati. 749R nice way to...

Welcome to the world of Ducati.

749R nice way to start !!!! Hmmmmmmm

Baileys and cherryade for me!


ps dont forget to join the club, not just the forum for the full experience!
Forum: 999 / 749 21-May-2006, 15:28
Replies: 17
Views: 3,092
Posted By wilf
We've had one of these systems re-welded and...

We've had one of these systems re-welded and mirror polished before, so you get a really nice finished look, it gets rid of the weld seam (mostly) and the system then has a nice shiney look (which...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-May-2006, 15:22
Replies: 8
Views: 1,684
Posted By wilf
If it fell on the right hand side then the oil...

If it fell on the right hand side then the oil pump would still be able to pick up and keep the crank fed, and for 3 seconds you will have no probles.

The light may stay on a bit as the pressure...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-May-2006, 19:52
Replies: 17
Views: 3,092
Posted By wilf
Hi Clive, sorry i'm being slower than normal!!!...

Hi Clive, sorry i'm being slower than normal!!! didn't sus who you were.

Craig has one of the kits in stock (if he hasn't sold it yet) so next time you're in i'll put it together for you to have a...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-May-2006, 19:01
Replies: 13
Views: 3,045
Posted By wilf
That's harsh, I've been feeling sorry for myself...

That's harsh,

I've been feeling sorry for myself after i got taken out in a race, i'd have been really p****d off if it had just been a trackday.

good luck with the fix, at least you're ok.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2006, 18:53
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By wilf
why didnt i think of that !!!!:eureka:

why didnt i think of that !!!!:eureka:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2006, 18:50
Replies: 7
Views: 1,835
Posted By wilf
this will sound daft and sarcastic but is...

this will sound daft and sarcastic but is not...

Is it clean and lubed?? lots of chain lube now just makes the chain stiff and dry (but it doesnt fling!) We see REALLY dry chains all the time and...
Forum: 999 / 749 18-May-2006, 23:04
Replies: 17
Views: 3,092
Posted By wilf
Hi Clive, and welcome to the site! The kit is...

Hi Clive, and welcome to the site!

The kit is pretty good value as the full systems have had a price hike this year and are now about £1800.

The upgrade kit is a bit tricky to fit as you have to...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-May-2006, 22:08
Replies: 7
Views: 2,109
Posted By wilf
The electronics may not let the bike start if its...

The electronics may not let the bike start if its not in neutral (of if it thinks it isn't in neutral)

Check its not in a false neutral (can be between 3rd and 4th)

or

The neutral light switch may...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 13-May-2006, 15:08
Replies: 16
Views: 3,386
Posted By wilf
749S - Be aware that the 2003 bike is the same...

749S - Be aware that the 2003 bike is the same motor as the BP, you just get gold nitrided forks and the adjustable headstock, NOT the more powerfull motor.

The better motor was fitted 2004 onwards...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 13-May-2006, 10:51
Replies: 5
Views: 2,496
Posted By wilf
more preload = less sag so if you have the...

more preload = less sag

so if you have the spring less 'preloaded' you will have a greater sag reading.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-May-2006, 00:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,502
Posted By wilf
520 would be fine, less drag / weight etc. etc....

520 would be fine, less drag / weight etc. etc. as long as you use a good quality race chain, DID is my choice.

525 would last longer though but if its just for track days and you're not doing race...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-May-2006, 00:45
Replies: 9
Views: 1,907
Posted By wilf
Koolio, i'll get you the info when you're in...

Koolio,

i'll get you the info when you're in tomorrow.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-May-2006, 00:32
Replies: 9
Views: 1,907
Posted By wilf
Bradders, I'm off to the painters / powder...

Bradders,

I'm off to the painters / powder coaters this week!

we use a good place in Southampton, i'll get you a price if you like? what colour???:(
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Apr-2006, 01:01
Replies: 25
Views: 3,742
Posted By wilf
It takes MUCH MUCH more than most riders will...

It takes MUCH MUCH more than most riders will understand to get straight back on after an off like that, Paddock Hill (imo) is the hardest corner to go round fast after it has bitten you.

Most...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Apr-2006, 17:46
Replies: 4
Views: 1,803
Posted By wilf
We use an excellent company in southampton but...

We use an excellent company in southampton but they only work on account basis, minimum order quantities etc.

What do you need done? if you drop it into the shop i'll take it down there for you /...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2006, 21:39
Replies: 10
Views: 2,897
Posted By wilf
its amazing what we'll put up with itsnt it.. if...

its amazing what we'll put up with itsnt it.. if it was a ducati component or a showa one that kept failing, not an 'Ohlins' part, then we'd never put up with it.

its all in the brand!!!!

Simon is...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2006, 20:47
Replies: 10
Views: 2,897
Posted By wilf
good luck mate. sure they'll be able to sort it...

good luck mate. sure they'll be able to sort it without any problems.
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2006, 20:39
Replies: 10
Views: 2,897
Posted By wilf
ducati assist - dont have the number handy but...

ducati assist - dont have the number handy but give ben a call tomorrow at the shop (10am-4pm), he has it.

Ducati assist just sub it to RAC / AA so should be same day/ next day.

If the dealer can...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Apr-2006, 20:21
Replies: 10
Views: 2,897
Posted By wilf
good old Ohlins - leak everytime. if you have a...

good old Ohlins - leak everytime.

if you have a puddle under the fork, dont ride it, just not worth it..

If your R is still under warranty then ducati assist will get it collected and taken to the...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Apr-2006, 17:07
Replies: 8
Views: 1,599
Posted By wilf
all the time, they go out of shape very easily...

all the time, they go out of shape very easily and the holes that the screwdriver goes through to adjust the compression get elongated. You sometimes have to tap them out, pretty hard.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-Mar-2006, 19:38
Replies: 5
Views: 1,331
Posted By wilf
erm the 998 frames (and 748R) have a different...

erm the 998 frames (and 748R) have a different cross member under the airbox (the bit the coils fit onto) to allow the shower injectors and big airbox to fit.

so you can put a 996 lump into a 998...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Mar-2006, 18:50
Replies: 25
Views: 5,178
Posted By wilf
how the vultures circle :lol::lol: seriously...

how the vultures circle :lol::lol:

seriously though... I don't know the ins and outs of it, but you should always be happy with a new bike. The whole point of buying from a dealer is the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Mar-2006, 17:11
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
118 bhp from an 853R would be the best one, after...

118 bhp from an 853R would be the best one, after a full refresh, with the heads ported/flowed to make use of the bigger valves, cams dialled in etc not just an 853 kit fitted. the sigma graph is...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Mar-2006, 01:08
Replies: 21
Views: 3,841
Posted By wilf
price guide?? due refresh or just a service?...

price guide??
due refresh or just a service? tyres etc??

Thanks
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Mar-2006, 00:18
Replies: 16
Views: 2,581
Posted By wilf
erm... i'll have to check the manual, let me put...

erm... i'll have to check the manual, let me put you through to the workshop....:puzzled:

sorry, my standard reply to technical questions.:bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Mar-2006, 00:11
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
Mr_S you, me, cadwell, now!!! i'll have you...

Mr_S

you, me, cadwell, now!!!

i'll have you know that's 'Purple Sparkle"! chose it myself.

plenty of time yet, not booked on track until the 2nd week of april!

:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 23:35
Replies: 16
Views: 2,581
Posted By wilf
....2 cylinders missing :lol::lol:

....2 cylinders missing :lol::lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 23:29
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
Chassis isnt quite finished either...:puzzled:

Chassis isnt quite finished either...:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 23:25
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
erm... lunchtimes, evenings and every spare...

erm... lunchtimes, evenings and every spare weekend in winter, Steve did the really technical stuff.

Good point about the swingarm nelly, 54mm is the biggest you can get in there, but it does fit,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 26-Mar-2006, 21:31
Replies: 8
Views: 1,761
Posted By wilf
Just had a txt from paul payne, 1st race dry,...

Just had a txt from paul payne, 1st race dry, second wet. something about no practice?!?!?

Just waiting for one of the super high tech members to upload the results sheets.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 19:49
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
853 kit on its own, i.e. not done as part of a...

853 kit on its own, i.e. not done as part of a service, is about £1200 fitted/set up, inc gaskets, dyno runs etc. etc. if you dont have an adjustable chip (FIM Ultimap) or power commander then you'll...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 18:47
Replies: 1
Views: 1,221
Posted By wilf
Best to lose unsprung weight, wheels, swing arm,...

Best to lose unsprung weight, wheels, swing arm, light discs etc.

Most people take weight of the bodywork. 'track day' bikes (light bodywork, light exhaust, ally fairing bracket, no lights, horn,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Mar-2006, 18:41
Replies: 20
Views: 4,256
Posted By wilf
I've played about a lot with this, I have a 748...

I've played about a lot with this, I have a 748 RS, 853 kit and every engine mod possible (really got carried away) 57mm full system worked best, 60mm was too much and the bottom end and mid range...
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