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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 16-Aug-2006, 13:49
Replies: 32
Views: 13,581
Posted By RickyX
Jools Wilf Skidlids Dallas Senna3 Monty Johnny...

Jools
Wilf
Skidlids
Dallas
Senna3
Monty
Johnny B
Chris Butcher
TP
Yeti
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 14-Aug-2006, 11:10
Replies: 9
Views: 1,556
Posted By RickyX
Just got back from 2 weeks in sunny Spain...I...

Just got back from 2 weeks in sunny Spain...I haven't heard a peep out of Lizzie regarding whether I have got a place on either Monday evening or Tuesday - please could somebody summarise the...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 01-Aug-2006, 13:58
Replies: 9
Views: 1,556
Posted By RickyX
Smile Tony, Just e-mailed Lizzie with my booking for...

Tony,

Just e-mailed Lizzie with my booking for Monday evening and Tuesday..........there, I feel better now!!

RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 01-Aug-2006, 13:34
Replies: 9
Views: 1,556
Posted By RickyX
DSC Cadwell - Which Day??

What's the preferences - do Monday (Ducati only) or Tuesday (any bike) or both days???

I can only do one day and was wondering which day was going to be best!

RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 27-Jul-2006, 18:26
Replies: 15
Views: 4,010
Posted By RickyX
Talking Lizzie, How many places left for Monday evening...

Lizzie,

How many places left for Monday evening and Tuesday? I may be able to get some time off work after all!!

RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 27-Jul-2006, 14:16
Replies: 0
Views: 1,337
Posted By RickyX
Cool Brands Evening 15th Aug - No Limits

Trying to find some buddies to do the above since my regular partner isn't available...anybody going from here?

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Jul-2006, 14:00
Replies: 26
Views: 4,356
Posted By RickyX
PM sent. RX

PM sent.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jul-2006, 13:34
Replies: 26
Views: 4,356
Posted By RickyX
Smile Epilepsy?

Epilepsy?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 21-Jul-2006, 13:49
Replies: 42
Views: 8,277
Posted By RickyX
Nick, You're not alone - I have experienced all...

Nick,

You're not alone - I have experienced all the above with them. Especially the lack of firmness with disrespectful riders.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Jul-2006, 09:20
Replies: 8
Views: 1,536
Posted By RickyX
I was wrong...it's not a porouse casting - it's...

I was wrong...it's not a porouse casting - it's either coming from the big seal behind the clutch basket or from the casing joint face. This confirmed by the expert Wilf at Motorapido on...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jul-2006, 12:12
Replies: 8
Views: 1,536
Posted By RickyX
Definitely not the clutch pushrod - that was the...

Definitely not the clutch pushrod - that was the first place I looked!
I have done all the usual troubleshooting stuff involving talcum powder etc - no signs from cylinder base/head, oil pressure...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2006, 15:08
Replies: 8
Views: 1,536
Posted By RickyX
Cool Mysterious Oil Leak - 916SPS

Over the last few months I have noticed a very slight oil drip on the lowest point of the crankcase (neaxt to oil filter).

Last night I think I located this mystery oil leak by running the bike for...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jul-2006, 13:50
Replies: 9
Views: 1,930
Posted By RickyX
These are the ones - they fit in the airbox at...

These are the ones - they fit in the airbox at the entrance of the airtubes


http://www.sportsbike.com.au/ducati_air_filters.html

RX
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 29-Jun-2006, 14:06
Replies: 20
Views: 4,733
Posted By RickyX
Frank, Where do you get stick on round...

Frank,

Where do you get stick on round reflectors from, I 've searched all my local bicycle/bike shops to no avail!

Cheers,

RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 22-Jun-2006, 21:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,898
Posted By RickyX
I did tell you what happened to me on both the...

I did tell you what happened to me on both the birthday trackdays I was bought - never got on the track on either of them!!!

Happy birthday from a fellow Twin (owner)!

Richard
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jun-2006, 21:18
Replies: 13
Views: 2,094
Posted By RickyX
Talking The simple solution is to fit magnesium 5...

The simple solution is to fit magnesium 5 spokes...they have a series of correctly sized holes that fit the studs on the hub...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jun-2006, 14:34
Replies: 5
ECU
Views: 2,737
Posted By RickyX
If your 916BP has a 1.6M ECU - yes it should be...

If your 916BP has a 1.6M ECU - yes it should be the same but the chip is different.
I think only original 94 916 Strada had the P8 ECU (apart from the SP/SPS models).

RX
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 22-Jun-2006, 14:34
Replies: 5
Views: 6,716
Posted By RickyX
If your 916BP has a 1.6M ECU - yes it should be...

If your 916BP has a 1.6M ECU - yes it should be the same but the chip is different.
I think only original 94 916 Strada had the P8 ECU (apart from the SP/SPS models).

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jun-2006, 14:57
Replies: 3
Views: 1,779
Posted By RickyX
I ran the steep angle on my 748 for 6 years and...

I ran the steep angle on my 748 for 6 years and have been running the same geometry on my 916SPS for the last 2 years.
Road or track...I just leave it the same and have had no problems with slappers...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jun-2006, 14:52
Replies: 4
Views: 1,880
Posted By RickyX
You could always make some from Al Alloy - that's...

You could always make some from Al Alloy - that's what I just did for my bellypan.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jun-2006, 09:12
Replies: 6
Views: 1,399
Posted By RickyX
Fuel Pumps - 748/916SPS - Are they the same?

Got some TD bodywork including tank/fuel pump.

Question - the tank/fuel pump is off a 748 - so can I use the 748 fuel pump on my 916SPS or will I need to put the SPS fuel pump into the 748...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jun-2006, 17:53
Replies: 9
Views: 1,476
Posted By RickyX
Remember that I said "How did I accurately...

Remember that I said "How did I accurately mark the centre of the headlight lens on the outside of the nose fairing?"..in other words, I have already done it.

Nick is closest but still no...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jun-2006, 15:00
Replies: 9
Views: 1,476
Posted By RickyX
Smile Race Fairing - QUIZ!

HISTORY
I recently bought a "race" fairing that had no cutouts for headlights.
Since I want to be able to use this on the road, I needed to make a circular cutout on LHS to line up with the dip beam...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-May-2006, 14:40
Replies: 12
Views: 2,422
Posted By RickyX
I have a FIM chip in my 916SPS...you have local...

I have a FIM chip in my 916SPS...you have local support available at MotoRapido - Steve is an expert at setting them up.
I'd go for that if I were you,

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-May-2006, 13:47
Replies: 20
Views: 4,410
Posted By RickyX
Who's "Beaky"?? Yeah, it's an...

Who's "Beaky"??

Yeah, it's an "x"...I'll leave it up to you what it signifies!! :sing:

RX

[Edited on 12-5-2006 by RickyX]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-May-2006, 13:49
Replies: 42
Views: 7,668
Posted By RickyX
Dunno - my fuel light sender is fooked so it's a...

Dunno - my fuel light sender is fooked so it's a bit erratic.
Generally look for a garage when I've got 80-90 miles on the trip meter.
Normally, just after filling up I get the fuel light...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-May-2006, 13:44
Replies: 14
Views: 1,816
Posted By RickyX
I have the same set-up as Nelly: P34's plus...

I have the same set-up as Nelly: P34's plus Brembo Fully Floating "Trackday" discs - awesome!

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-May-2006, 13:50
Replies: 47
Views: 6,020
Posted By RickyX
Steve, I fitted 4 Pad P34's to my bike last year...

Steve,

I fitted 4 Pad P34's to my bike last year - with single s/s brake lines. At first I had the same impression as you...why did I bother, these are the same (or even, worse) than the 2 pads I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-May-2006, 15:50
Replies: 37
Views: 7,743
Posted By RickyX
Nice lookin' motor you got there. Since it's...

Nice lookin' motor you got there.
Since it's reasonably warm and sunny - I'll have a campari with fresh orange and ice - and a roll-up.
Oh, and can you transport me to southern Italy to drink it at a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2006, 11:57
Replies: 12
Views: 2,499
Posted By RickyX
1. Is this value for dry, unlubricated...

1. Is this value for dry, unlubricated bolts?
Dry

2. What happens when we torque a bolt...what does it do to the bolt ?
Very complicated - it depends on the Modulus of Elasticity "E" of the bolt...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-May-2006, 11:41
Replies: 12
Views: 3,151
Posted By RickyX
My mate had his 996R serviced at Motori di Marino...

My mate had his 996R serviced at Motori di Marino - he's not mentioned anything negative about them.
What service are you after - full belt and top end or just a oil/filter/plugs service?
If the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2006, 14:49
Replies: 15
Views: 2,245
Posted By RickyX
Tim, If you were a girl...there's a name for...

Tim,

If you were a girl...there's a name for that kind of behaviour...:sing:

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2006, 14:41
Replies: 15
Views: 2,245
Posted By RickyX
I have added some comments. Good luck, RX

I have added some comments.

Good luck,

RX
Forum: Shazaam! on Brakes, Tyres and Wheels 03-May-2006, 14:41
Replies: 12
Views: 6,634
Posted By RickyX
I have added some comments. Good luck, RX

I have added some comments.

Good luck,

RX
Forum: General Motorcycles only 29-Apr-2006, 11:25
Replies: 47
Views: 11,664
Posted By RickyX
I'd love to get more involved with DD either to...

I'd love to get more involved with DD either to ride or do a bit of spanner twirling....unfortunately I just ain't got the free time available to make it worthwhile.

If somebody wants to lend me...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Apr-2006, 10:59
Replies: 12
Views: 2,306
Posted By RickyX
I believe that number plate light is not part of...

I believe that number plate light is not part of the items tested on a bike. I had an MOT on Monday and it wasn't checked.

RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Apr-2006, 09:10
Replies: 69
Views: 14,965
Posted By RickyX
Oooops...I meant "No Limits"........not...

Oooops...I meant "No Limits"........not 100PC!!
RX
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 27-Apr-2006, 14:21
Replies: 69
Views: 14,965
Posted By RickyX
Ryan, Hope you are not too bashed about and you...

Ryan,

Hope you are not too bashed about and you and bike will recover soon.

My opinion regarding the above quote and Weeksy's and others' opinions - although I have my reservations regarding...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 26-Apr-2006, 13:48
Replies: 6
Views: 2,160
Posted By RickyX
A budding Keith Code with advice like that!! ...

A budding Keith Code with advice like that!! :sing:

You'd better take her advice - it sounds pretty sensible to me.

P1ssed off that I couldn't be at Brands...my offspring voted that it would be...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Apr-2006, 14:06
Replies: 16
Views: 1,884
Posted By RickyX
Tim, Excellent race report - dig your...

Tim,

Excellent race report - dig your style.
Sounds like you did really well considering your loathing of the wet stuff. Nice one.

RX
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Apr-2006, 14:01
Replies: 11
Views: 1,902
Posted By RickyX
Top result mate!

Top result mate!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Apr-2006, 13:53
Replies: 14
Views: 2,764
Posted By RickyX
Is there any access to pits etc for DSC Members...

Is there any access to pits etc for DSC Members who are just spectating?

I might trundle along in the car if the M25 isn't too chokka with Marathon runners.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Apr-2006, 13:44
Replies: 20
Views: 4,410
Posted By RickyX
Only if you actually own some standard...

Only if you actually own some standard cans...........!!

Have you sold that "R" yet??

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Apr-2006, 13:28
Replies: 12
Views: 3,240
Posted By RickyX
You are completely correct ducv2 and I was...

You are completely correct ducv2 and I was (unusually :frog: ) wrong...916SPS has no writing cast onto the cylinder heads.

Bradders: I've never worked out how to spot the "sand cast casings"...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2006, 13:48
Replies: 12
Views: 3,240
Posted By RickyX
Ooooh...I will check mine later tonight! P8...

Ooooh...I will check mine later tonight!

P8 computer also fitted to original 1994 916 Strada. Strada does not have dual injector bodies though (check by looking to see dual feed to injectors).

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Apr-2006, 13:44
Replies: 20
Views: 4,410
Posted By RickyX
U2U me and I'll let you know about a local place...

U2U me and I'll let you know about a local place that will do it.
Mine's booked in on Monday.

p.s. P&* probably won't pass it.............!!

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Apr-2006, 13:25
Replies: 12
Views: 3,240
Posted By RickyX
I believe that rule only applies to 748SP's. ...

I believe that rule only applies to 748SP's. 916SPS has "4VDOHC" cast on it.

Look for:
P8 computer
Dual pickups on LHS engine case
Ohlins rear

But mainly check the engine number with DUK.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Apr-2006, 14:31
Replies: 45
Views: 9,573
Posted By RickyX
Steve, I'm with Kev on this one - buy a 996...

Steve,

I'm with Kev on this one - buy a 996 motor, sell the 916 motor....not including new clutch.

Get 996 serviced while it's out of the frame and pop it all back together.

Regarding the V5...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Apr-2006, 15:22
Replies: 4
Views: 1,816
Posted By RickyX
Excellent! U2U on its way to you. RX

Excellent! U2U on its way to you.

RX
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Apr-2006, 09:30
Replies: 4
Views: 1,816
Posted By RickyX
Clutch Holding Tool

Was cleaning my clutch yesterday as it was a bit jerky/noisy and downchanges were a bit erratic...had all the plates etc out and noticed that the drum centre nut was finger tight!!!
That would...
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