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Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 11-Mar-2011, 08:05
Replies: 1
Views: 1,052
Posted By ChrisBushell
Brands Hatch this morning

Well I pulled the curtains back and joy oh joy, the cars are covered in ice this morning - so it must have frozen fairly hard over night.

Now Brands is about 3 miles away and a lot higher than my...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Feb-2011, 16:57
Replies: 11
Views: 3,398
Posted By ChrisBushell
Yes!

Yes!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Jan-2011, 11:37
Replies: 4
Views: 1,026
Posted By ChrisBushell
I can confirm the New Era transponders will be...

I can confirm the New Era transponders will be available at all rounds.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Jan-2011, 13:50
Replies: 33
Views: 4,671
Posted By ChrisBushell
If there is then it will show how healthy the...

If there is then it will show how healthy the series is! Best get there early
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Jan-2011, 09:00
Replies: 33
Views: 4,671
Posted By ChrisBushell
Note that the important part of this post is...

Note that the important part of this post is "2011 DD registered riders"! Guys you might want to get your entry forms in smartish!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 11-Jan-2011, 14:54
Replies: 8
Views: 1,165
Posted By ChrisBushell
Oh yea of such little faith! I am sure it will...

Oh yea of such little faith!

I am sure it will all be fine!
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 23-Dec-2010, 11:23
Replies: 35
Views: 14,905
Posted By ChrisBushell
Ray, Per my post above with 3 x 70 places on the...

Ray,

Per my post above with 3 x 70 places on the GP circuit that is not a lot when you look at the number of dealers. It is important the Clubs tell their members and they get booked in ASAP...
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 23-Dec-2010, 11:21
Replies: 35
Views: 14,905
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well I just booked Ben & myself on through...

Well I just booked Ben & myself on through Pro Twins this morning. It looks like there are only about 30 places per dealer going to be on offer - so get in quick.

Chris
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 23-Mar-2010, 15:54
Replies: 130
Views: 35,938
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well far from being a step forward it looks as if...

Well far from being a step forward it looks as if this much vaunted series is a bit of a step backwards.

I would think that a well handled Desmo Due bike will eat them alive at Silverstone,...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 20-Mar-2010, 09:40
Replies: 2
Views: 4,782
Posted By ChrisBushell
Updated appendix re tyres attached

Updated appendix re tyres attached
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 03-Feb-2010, 11:05
Replies: 58
Views: 20,957
Posted By ChrisBushell
Paul, My understanding is that you are correct...

Paul,

My understanding is that you are correct with this statement!


Chris
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 17-Jan-2010, 10:53
Replies: 58
Views: 20,957
Posted By ChrisBushell
That would have been me!

That would have been me!
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 15-Jan-2010, 22:50
Replies: 58
Views: 20,957
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well you might well have assumed that we hadn't...

Well you might well have assumed that we hadn't thought of that, but then you would be mistaken.

You will receive your entry froms from New Era in the normal way, but obviously not yet!
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 07-Jan-2010, 09:08
Replies: 68
Views: 45,660
Posted By ChrisBushell
Best bet is to make sure that you have a pair of...

Best bet is to make sure that you have a pair of DB killers then - just in case.

From the man who they wouldn't let out - 112DB with killers in!
Forum: Classic 02-Jan-2010, 17:06
Replies: 8
Views: 8,342
Posted By ChrisBushell
Kev, I think that you may have a point...

Kev,

I think that you may have a point there!


Chris
Forum: Classic 02-Jan-2010, 15:18
Replies: 8
Views: 8,342
Posted By ChrisBushell
I dont think that there are that many of us Club...

I dont think that there are that many of us Club members who own bevel V-twins and they dont generate that much traffic about them.


Chris
1974 750 GT
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Dec-2009, 18:05
Replies: 1
Views: 2,028
Posted By ChrisBushell
I think you will find that it is not that simple...

I think you will find that it is not that simple any more. Before buying the frame, you should contact your local DVLA office and check the procedure that they require you to fllow.

It is very...
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 24-Dec-2009, 09:39
Replies: 68
Views: 45,660
Posted By ChrisBushell
Please note that the initial discount period ends...

Please note that the initial discount period ends on the 31st of December - I will be doing a check on that date and entries received will be processed.

Entries that are received after the 31st will...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Dec-2009, 08:24
Replies: 8
Views: 1,701
Posted By ChrisBushell
Paul, Thanks for that, I will take you off the...

Paul,

Thanks for that, I will take you off the list.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Dec-2009, 20:08
Replies: 8
Views: 1,701
Posted By ChrisBushell
Once allocated you keep a number till you release...

Once allocated you keep a number till you release it.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 14-Dec-2009, 12:09
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
I take it that geography wasn't one of your best...

I take it that geography wasn't one of your best subjects at school then? According to my road atlas Mallory, Cadwell and Angelsey are all north of Birmingham.

The only available track that we may...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Dec-2009, 10:58
Replies: 59
Views: 10,543
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well it is not exactly clear how many issues you...

Well it is not exactly clear how many issues you are attempting to deal with here!

Your concern over the level of comitment from the people who actually put the effort in to make sure that Desmo Due...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Dec-2009, 20:53
Replies: 59
Views: 10,543
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well if you can come up with enough entries/grids...

Well if you can come up with enough entries/grids to cover the £30K hire cost for the day plus the running costs on top, then I am sure that New Era will consider putting on a race day for you!

At...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 10-Dec-2009, 19:27
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
Very well made point John, we would definately be...

Very well made point John, we would definately be up **** street if we put oil all over the track!

I think we will have pit lane passes, from the conversations I have had so far.

Chris
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Dec-2009, 11:12
Replies: 30
Views: 9,753
Posted By ChrisBushell
I wont even go near something that sounds like...

I wont even go near something that sounds like singe!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Dec-2009, 09:20
Replies: 4
Views: 2,566
Posted By ChrisBushell
Dont forget to make an allowance for any rockers...

Dont forget to make an allowance for any rockers that you may require!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Dec-2009, 08:31
Replies: 59
Views: 10,543
Posted By ChrisBushell
Feeling a little miffed with your...

Feeling a little miffed with your comments!

Firstly Assen is not something that the Club can claim as a right - for Desmo Due. As Kevin said the antics in 2008 did little to endear the series to...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 09-Dec-2009, 12:05
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
Just a quick update: I have now had a couple of...

Just a quick update:

I have now had a couple of calls regarding the Brands Hatch BSB round and the possibility of TV coverage.

This has not been requested by myself off the organisers, so far. We...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 08-Dec-2009, 08:52
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
You are of course entitled to your view, but...

You are of course entitled to your view, but access to Assen is not a given for Desmo Due. Over the years discussions with the Dutch Club have been fruitful, but they want a spectacle that will...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Dec-2009, 16:45
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
Roy, The 848 announcement is currently with...

Roy,

The 848 announcement is currently with Ducati UK - there will be a press release this afternoon, as well as a news letter to all UK Ducati dealers.

Once they have gone out I will put it up on...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Dec-2009, 16:18
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
The grid space is already taken!

The grid space is already taken!
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Dec-2009, 14:46
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
Desmo Due will not be going to Assen in 2010.

Desmo Due will not be going to Assen in 2010.
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Dec-2009, 14:45
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
There is very little likelyhood of a round at...

There is very little likelyhood of a round at Oulton in 2010.
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Dec-2009, 12:27
Replies: 102
Views: 39,715
Posted By ChrisBushell
Desmo Due 2010 Calendar

Guys,

I have been able to finalise the last items this morning and as such I can announce the planned calendar for the 2010 season:


April 2-5th Brands Hatch - BSB meeting

April 25th ...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Dec-2009, 19:31
Replies: 49
Views: 8,530
Posted By ChrisBushell
120/70 is the tyre for the series

120/70 is the tyre for the series
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Dec-2009, 17:32
Replies: 29
Views: 4,950
Posted By ChrisBushell
Paul, You will have to wait for the final...

Paul,

You will have to wait for the final version of the calendar, one of your wishes may come true!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Dec-2009, 08:18
Replies: 29
Views: 4,950
Posted By ChrisBushell
Scott, I was actually at New Era yesterday and...

Scott,

I was actually at New Era yesterday and have agreed the provisional calendar for DD in 2010. This will go up later over the weekend.

There is still one round to be confirmed next week and...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Dec-2009, 09:09
Replies: 49
Views: 8,530
Posted By ChrisBushell
As ever all of the detail that might be required...

As ever all of the detail that might be required is contained in the words of the response.

I thought it quite erudite!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-Dec-2009, 19:03
Replies: 49
Views: 8,530
Posted By ChrisBushell
Paul, That is cruel!

Paul,

That is cruel!
Forum: Monsters 03-Dec-2009, 11:22
Replies: 11
Views: 14,636
Posted By ChrisBushell
Tonio, I think that you will find that a 900...

Tonio,

I think that you will find that a 900 will go straight in, but not certain about the exhaust system, 75bhp should make it quite interesting.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 02-Dec-2009, 19:06
Replies: 37
Views: 16,457
Posted By ChrisBushell
Needless to say I am well aware of the tracks...

Needless to say I am well aware of the tracks that you guys would like to race at and the list for discussion includes all of the "bigger" ones other than Donnington for obvious reasons.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Dec-2009, 19:03
Replies: 49
Views: 8,530
Posted By ChrisBushell
It is a shame that for many reasons the test had...

It is a shame that for many reasons the test had to be delayed, but Saturday was a stern test for all of the tyres and the rider. It is unlikely that we would race in such adverse conditions.

What...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Dec-2009, 15:20
Replies: 49
Views: 8,530
Posted By ChrisBushell
Desmo Due tyres for 2010

Well, I realise that there has been a lot of speculation on this subject, but we have finally been able to complete the necessary tests and reach a decision about tyres for 2010.

It would appear...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 01-Dec-2009, 18:48
Replies: 5
Views: 1,422
Posted By ChrisBushell
I am afraid you are going to have to be a little...

I am afraid you are going to have to be a little patient, the results are in and we are going through them tonight.
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 01-Dec-2009, 14:16
Replies: 37
Views: 16,457
Posted By ChrisBushell
Everything is hanging on the Silverstone F1 and...

Everything is hanging on the Silverstone F1 and the WSB (not at Donnington) at the moment. Once those two are confirmed then everything will cascade down.

Blame it on Bernie E!
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 01-Dec-2009, 11:25
Replies: 37
Views: 16,457
Posted By ChrisBushell
Meeting with New Era to get a preliminary...

Meeting with New Era to get a preliminary callendar this Friday and the list of tracks, dates, etc that I have is different from that above.

Depending on the outcome I will try and send a note round...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Nov-2009, 08:52
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Guys, The whole question of tyres is the last...

Guys,

The whole question of tyres is the last thing to be resolved for 2010.

Let us be clear that riders will be able to use up Diablos next year they will not be ruled out of the series.

Now as...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Nov-2009, 16:12
Replies: 22
Views: 8,394
Posted By ChrisBushell
I am not exactly clear on this issue, mainly...

I am not exactly clear on this issue, mainly because for obvious reasons I am not in the commercial loop between DUK and the dealer network.

What is clear that a number of dealers are offering very...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Nov-2009, 14:28
Replies: 22
Views: 8,394
Posted By ChrisBushell
John, Chassis and engine numbers of bikes that...

John,

Chassis and engine numbers of bikes that go on the grid will be maintained to avoid the problems of "one carefull owner"!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Nov-2009, 11:17
Replies: 0
Views: 1,233
Posted By ChrisBushell
Desmo Due Class B pistons

We sent an e-mail round all of the Class B registered entrants last week with regard to piston availability for these bikes.

We are aware that you can no longer buy these individually from Ducati,...
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