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Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 12-May-2009, 14:56
Replies: 10
Views: 5,734
Posted By John W
okay, I'll take them too :D seems a shame to...

okay, I'll take them too :D
seems a shame to split them up :lol:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 12-May-2009, 00:12
Replies: 4
Views: 2,347
Posted By John W
Question repacking carbon cans

Has anyone repacked their DP carbon cans ?

I've had a set on my ST4s since new, and think its about time they were repacked (5 years, 32k miles). They sound great but my ears are still ringing from...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 12-May-2009, 00:02
Replies: 10
Views: 5,734
Posted By John W
very nice indeed, i'll take it ;)

very nice indeed, i'll take it ;)
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 11-May-2009, 15:10
Replies: 3
Views: 2,865
Posted By John W
jeez, they must be loud ! My ST4S with carbon...

jeez, they must be loud !

My ST4S with carbon cans is not exactly quiet (Its far louder than my 996 and 998 were), and doesn't even get a look.

Or maybe they knew you lot were coming ;)
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-May-2009, 19:41
Replies: 2
Views: 1,981
Posted By John W
thanks, I did think about this but the standard...

thanks,
I did think about this but the standard pipes are not drilled.

I intend to mark them with a blob of paint, as the unions can be seen through the fairing. At least I can just peek in and...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 06-May-2009, 15:00
Replies: 15
Views: 4,936
Posted By John W
guys, a word of warning. we've been over this...

guys, a word of warning.
we've been over this last weekend, and one of our lot got a ticket.

the copper was on a totally unmarked bmw. Only sign externally was a small red led sign above the rear...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-May-2009, 14:43
Replies: 3
Views: 2,033
Posted By John W
Question Tyre pressures and wear patterns

Hi all,

just wondering what pressures you guys run on your STs.

I normally run as stated in the manual, so about 43 in the rear when two up and loaded.
I notice that the rear tyre develops 'ears'...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-May-2009, 14:37
Replies: 2
Views: 1,981
Posted By John W
oil incontinence - a lucky escape

just back from 4 days blasting around Germany.

Whilst away, the following occured, so thought I'd post it in the hope it might help someone else.

About a month ago I had cause to have the oil...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Apr-2009, 00:33
Replies: 6
Views: 2,871
Posted By John W
yep, my one is cracked too, and has been since...

yep, my one is cracked too, and has been since about a year old.
They must use some cr@p glass...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Apr-2009, 01:16
Replies: 3
Views: 2,191
Posted By John W
autocom every time for me. Sure you have to fit...

autocom every time for me.
Sure you have to fit the kit in the helmet, but its not too much of a pain, and if you really want to ,you could get them to do it for you ;)

The clip-on bluetooth jobs...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 27-Apr-2009, 15:00
Replies: 5
Views: 3,397
Posted By John W
No they are not...

No they are not !

http://www.phoenixautobulbs.co.uk/standard-car-bulbs-standard-headlight-bulbs-c-59_71.html?osCsid=knl2t1083vib0mb8btkrujo073

Just look at this link, the big difference is not only...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 16-Apr-2009, 22:47
Replies: 8
Views: 3,033
Posted By John W
There are 2 sets on ebay (international sellers)...

There are 2 sets on ebay (international sellers) right now for an st4 if that helps.
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Apr-2009, 14:20
Replies: 9
Views: 8,733
Posted By John W
Sorry, but that doesn't sound right. Ducati may...

Sorry, but that doesn't sound right. Ducati may not sell them, but Brembo do.
Unless of course its because spares for your calipers are no longer available.

I brought a new set of pins and clips for...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 08-Apr-2009, 13:47
Replies: 2
Views: 2,025
Posted By John W
Testastretta engines - do they have any funnies ?

Hi,
this didn't seem to fit in the 999 or 1098/1198 forums, so thought I'd ask it here and let the moderators correct me if necessary ;)

So, the question is in the title.
The 916s would do base/head...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Apr-2009, 13:38
Replies: 15
Views: 4,700
Posted By John W
Not so worried about a G meter, but a stop watch...

Not so worried about a G meter, but a stop watch would be nice for lap times :)
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Apr-2009, 23:50
Replies: 5
Views: 2,788
Posted By John W
okay, have a look...

okay, have a look here:
http://www.motorcycleinfo.co.uk/index.cfm?fa=contentGeneric.ejdlwmdldgctiiar&pageId=173835

5th picture down shows what is called a bmw navigator, but it is the same as the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Apr-2009, 23:46
Replies: 5
Views: 2,788
Posted By John W
no no, I'm sure it is a bmw branded one, not...

no no, I'm sure it is a bmw branded one, not touratech.
touratech is an aftermarket supplier that bmw endorse. Their brackets will be different (and likely more expensive too).

These things come up...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Apr-2009, 23:31
Replies: 15
Views: 4,700
Posted By John W
senna grey again for me with red wheels please,...

senna grey again for me with red wheels please, and DP race carbon cans + chip, filter, and skimpy airbox lid :cool:
Anyone else for a gel seat too ? ;)
Oh, and heated grips.
Side pod bag liners...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Apr-2009, 14:44
Replies: 5
Views: 2,788
Posted By John W
try looking for a bmw one, as I think they are...

try looking for a bmw one, as I think they are the same bike mount. If I remeber correctly it has a set of 4 dedicated buttons down the left ?
they also come with a remote, that a lot of people...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Apr-2009, 14:42
Replies: 8
Views: 3,033
Posted By John W
I don't think the pipes will fit. Could be wrong,...

I don't think the pipes will fit.
Could be wrong, but they have a different part number in the accessory catalog.
Ecu is different too as Rushjob says, but its fair to note that later ST4s used the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 02-Apr-2009, 14:16
Replies: 15
Views: 4,700
Posted By John W
Asked at Snells yesterday, and was told they...

Asked at Snells yesterday, and was told they beleive there is something in the pipeline, and is expected to be shown this year for delivery early next year.

I hope its not a multistrada - I want...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Jul-2006, 13:36
Replies: 4
Views: 1,953
Posted By John W
I did exactly the same to my front pipe last...

I did exactly the same to my front pipe last year.

I refused to pay the new price for one of these at the time. I'm still looking for a good second hand one...

It doesn't seemto have affected...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Jul-2006, 13:31
Replies: 7
Views: 4,032
Posted By John W
sorry for the delay in responding, If been busy...

sorry for the delay in responding, If been busy with work & holidays so not been onthe forum much lately.

If you buy any car indicator or stop/tail light bulb it should/will be correct.
Any spare...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Apr-2006, 21:56
Replies: 12
Views: 5,385
Posted By John W
I agree witrh all the above. I fitted the DP...

I agree witrh all the above.

I fitted the DP tuning kit that consists of a smaller front sprocket, free flow air filter, modified air box lid (its like a 1" high rim, only needd to hold the filter...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Apr-2006, 21:47
Replies: 18
Views: 3,468
Posted By John W
After talking to you lot I adjusted mine exactly...

After talking to you lot I adjusted mine exactly the same Monty, and it is spot on.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Apr-2006, 00:08
Replies: 18
Views: 3,468
Posted By John W
Same here, our 4s gets used pretty much...

Same here,
our 4s gets used pretty much exclusively for touring two up with luggage, and I've never moved the lock rings.
I wound up the preload to stop grounding out on fast sweepy bumpy bends,...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Apr-2006, 23:57
Replies: 32
Views: 11,125
Posted By John W
I have adopted the rear sprocket oiling now, with...

I have adopted the rear sprocket oiling now, with the viper dual injector.
This is because the front sprocket kept eating the drip tube :rolleye:

It works a treat on the rear, but the back wheel...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Apr-2006, 23:49
Replies: 13
Views: 5,397
Posted By John W
Hi all, I too have a set of these, and use them...

Hi all,

I too have a set of these, and use them all the time. Below are my comments :

- They only come in black.
- I have yet to get any water inside tyhe panniers, but they do not claim to be...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Feb-2006, 00:48
Replies: 8
Views: 2,796
Posted By John W
Mine spends 95% of its time two up too. I...

Mine spends 95% of its time two up too.
I normally do an oil & filter change every 3kish, and rarely have to fill up in between.
It will quite happily do 2k or 3k miles and use next to nothing, but...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Feb-2006, 01:53
Replies: 8
Views: 2,796
Posted By John W
They can use a bit of oil now and then. Mine uses...

They can use a bit of oil now and then.
Mine uses none on general day to day riding, but if I go play in the alps with lots of high revs and serious engine braking, it'll use a litre of oil in a 1000...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Feb-2006, 01:29
Replies: 8
Views: 2,433
Posted By John W
It was me that has fitted the HId kit to my ST...

It was me that has fitted the HId kit to my ST :burn:
Any questions, feel free to ask.

The kit is fitted without any modification to the existing wiring, and uses its own relays so no risk of...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 07-Feb-2006, 01:19
Replies: 20
Views: 7,606
Posted By John W
Nice write-up Richard. You need to speed up on...

Nice write-up Richard.

You need to speed up on that convincing as I've booked the hotel for the rest of us. No doubt they'll have more rooms, but don't leave it too long.
14 people on 10 bikes at...
Forum: Shazaam! on Electrical systems 27-Jan-2006, 19:56
Replies: 23
Views: 15,250
Posted By John W
Also, just to add to Shazaams link posted above,...

Also, just to add to Shazaams link posted above, H3 mount HID bulbs ARE available from autolamps-online, with the correct mounting depth.

They also offer their bulbs in a range of colour...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jan-2006, 19:56
Replies: 23
Views: 4,440
Posted By John W
Also, just to add to Shazaams link posted above,...

Also, just to add to Shazaams link posted above, H3 mount HID bulbs ARE available from autolamps-online, with the correct mounting depth.

They also offer their bulbs in a range of colour...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jan-2006, 19:45
Replies: 23
Views: 4,440
Posted By John W
The light patern is determined by the depth of...

The light patern is determined by the depth of the bulb mounting into the reflector. The low beam lights are called a 'projector' style, which are notoriously bad for light output when compared to a...
Forum: Shazaam! on Electrical systems 27-Jan-2006, 19:45
Replies: 23
Views: 15,250
Posted By John W
The light patern is determined by the depth of...

The light patern is determined by the depth of the bulb mounting into the reflector. The low beam lights are called a 'projector' style, which are notoriously bad for light output when compared to a...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 26-Jan-2006, 12:00
Replies: 19
Views: 3,981
Posted By John W
Depends on whether your buying new or used. The...

Depends on whether your buying new or used.

The new triumph is meant to be a corker. It will cost less to run in servicing costs too. I found the previous triumph very soft power-wise, and not that...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Jan-2006, 01:16
Replies: 34
Views: 7,972
Posted By John W
There is a thinner oil for use in cold weather. I...

There is a thinner oil for use in cold weather. I think it is a different colour from the normal blue oil.

I normally have mine set to about 4. This means the reservoir will last for over 1000 miles...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Jan-2006, 01:06
Replies: 20
Views: 7,606
Posted By John W
Nice one Richard, you can buy me a beer in France...

Nice one Richard, you can buy me a beer in France in June then :burn:
Oh, and don't forget your trousers/shorts this time ! :lol:
(I just sent you an email with details)

I missed out on the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 19-Jan-2006, 00:04
Replies: 3
Views: 2,435
Posted By John W
yep, thats the one Dave. It seems they have...

yep, thats the one Dave. It seems they have almost all parts for the bike. Since it doesan't look like its been binned I wonder why they are breaking it.

I hope its not one of you guys I'm now...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Jan-2006, 15:10
Replies: 20
Views: 7,606
Posted By John W
Jeff, there is one for sale on ebay - says its...

Jeff,

there is one for sale on ebay - says its made in coventry but looks like a corbin style to me.

Take a look...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Jan-2006, 15:01
Replies: 11
Views: 3,084
Posted By John W
The rear wheels are the same as used on the...

The rear wheels are the same as used on the Monster S4S.
I brought one a while back off of ebay for around 200 quid including sprocket carrier.
FYI a new wheel from ducati without disc or sprocket...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 17-Jan-2006, 13:10
Replies: 8
Views: 2,406
Posted By John W
okay, I follow now. I assumed you guys meant...

okay, I follow now. I assumed you guys meant ducts as in air tubes like on the 916/996/998.

I'll crawl back into my hole. :)
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 17-Jan-2006, 11:38
Replies: 20
Views: 7,606
Posted By John W
I have th dP gel seat. Imo it is a better seat...

I have th dP gel seat. Imo it is a better seat than the corbin. It is similar to the later ST seats with the pronounced hump on thje front of the pillion area to stop them sliding forward, but is far...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 17-Jan-2006, 11:34
Replies: 8
Views: 2,406
Posted By John W
Er, there are no such things as carbon air ducts...

Er, there are no such things as carbon air ducts on an ST !
The air inlet comes through the centre of the fairing and the only bit of the air box you can see is if you lift the tank up...

Your...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-Jan-2006, 23:26
Replies: 34
Views: 7,972
Posted By John W
Steven, yes, the 'viper' is basically the end...

Steven,

yes, the 'viper' is basically the end bit as shown in those links you posted. Sorry for delay in posting - very busy so only getting the occasionaly evening to try to keep up on the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 05-Jan-2006, 23:33
Replies: 34
Views: 7,972
Posted By John W
Mine is fitted in the same way, and fitted to the...

Mine is fitted in the same way, and fitted to the underside of the swinging arm. I stuck it using the superglue that came in the kit. I cleaned the underside of the s/a with 'a545 protect & shine'...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-Dec-2005, 00:53
Replies: 18
Views: 3,886
Posted By John W
Steve, glad to hear your getting them sorted...

Steve,
glad to hear your getting them sorted okay.
Taking a bit of time at this stage saves a lot of frustration later on.

MDB, I'm not sure what other info you want to know. If I can help I will...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 23-Nov-2005, 22:48
Replies: 15
Views: 4,532
Posted By John W
Sorry, no pics but will try to take some for you...

Sorry, no pics but will try to take some for you this weekend. No promises though as I have a bit of a heavy weekend planned :bouncy:
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 21-Nov-2005, 22:45
Replies: 15
Views: 4,532
Posted By John W
I have heated grips on my ST4S. They are after...

I have heated grips on my ST4S.
They are after market jobs, and work a treat.

I have the temp control unit attached to the left hand side black plastic fairing trim. The cables from the grips reach...
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