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Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 06-Nov-2009, 18:59
Replies: 11
Views: 6,139
Posted By ChrisBushell
I dont know about a new bike, I have got to find...

I dont know about a new bike, I have got to find some silencers that will allow me out! They didn't like Contis and 112db for some reason!
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 05-Nov-2009, 14:57
Replies: 2
Views: 4,782
Posted By ChrisBushell
Appendix to the rules now added

Appendix to the rules now added
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 04-Nov-2009, 18:29
Replies: 2
Views: 4,782
Posted By ChrisBushell
2010 Desmo Due Rules and entry form

Guys,

I have attached to this post copies of the proposed rules for Class A & B, the appendix is currently to large so I will have to PDF it.

In addition there is the 2010 entry form.

In the case...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Nov-2009, 10:08
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
I perhaps understand what you mean now, having...

I perhaps understand what you mean now, having received a couple of e-mails when I opened up the system this morning.

An idea to run two classes with 80 & 110 bhp and little or no other rules and on...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Nov-2009, 09:50
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Ultimately the priority must be to have the best,...

Ultimately the priority must be to have the best, safest, most suitable, appropriate wear characteristics, etc tyre available for the type of use to which the series is going to be put them. It is...
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 03-Nov-2009, 15:02
Replies: 1
Views: 3,873
Posted By ChrisBushell
Anyone need their licence counter signing, please...

Anyone need their licence counter signing, please send through to me and I will do that for you.

103 Willow Park
Otford
Sevenoaks
Kent
TN14 5NF

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-Nov-2009, 12:53
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
The Maxxis deal is still on the table and the...

The Maxxis deal is still on the table and the dialogue continues with them, they obviously would like an established series with a full grid to promote their products. I would estimate that a...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Nov-2009, 10:04
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
On what basis can you say that the Maxxis...

On what basis can you say that the Maxxis proposal has been rejected?

As the RC has not met yet and therefore no decisions have been taken, the above is completely false!

Chris
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Oct-2009, 17:13
Replies: 4
Views: 2,802
Posted By ChrisBushell
I like the idea of that, I know that cerrtain...

I like the idea of that, I know that cerrtain carb restorers over here use the industrial version to great effect.

On the same sort of back street idea, I saw a program recently on how to overhaul a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Oct-2009, 13:52
Replies: 12
Views: 5,247
Posted By ChrisBushell
It sounds like it isn't getting enough fuel,...

It sounds like it isn't getting enough fuel, could well be sticking injectors, if the bike has been stood for some time.

My ST4 (same basic engine) is a bugger after the lay up over winter, but we...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Oct-2009, 18:38
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Scott, You may well be right about F1, I cant...

Scott,

You may well be right about F1, I cant remember when Michelin pulled out now.

The majority of riders would appear to have the greatest of respect for Diablo's and as Harriet has pointed out...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 15-Oct-2009, 17:35
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
I hate to correct you but Bridgestone are the...

I hate to correct you but Bridgestone are the only tyre supplier in F1, so no there isn't any competition! Funny that this means that they have a mandated control tyre by the ruling body.

There is...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Oct-2009, 19:49
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
I was thinking of taking a lead from Hengist Pod...

I was thinking of taking a lead from Hengist Pod out of Carry on Cleo who invented the square wheel! It apparently gave a somewhat clunky ride!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Oct-2009, 13:28
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
One might suffer from being accused of it being...

One might suffer from being accused of it being deliberate - in order to lighten the mood and reduce the amount of invective!

However think how much weight could be saved if we allowed plastic rims.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 14-Oct-2009, 13:09
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Now that is an interesting idea! I wonder how...

Now that is an interesting idea! I wonder how much extra performance can be wrung out of a better set of wheels?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 13-Oct-2009, 19:28
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Chris, Discussions with tyre suppliers have...

Chris,

Discussions with tyre suppliers have started this week and at the moment we are gathering information, so that a balanced decision can be taken.

It is not expected that all of the necessary...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2009, 10:34
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Thanks for all of the messages and calls so far...

Thanks for all of the messages and calls so far received, keep them coming.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Oct-2009, 11:25
Replies: 160
Views: 156,296
Posted By ChrisBushell
Desmo Due 2010

Having now finished for this season, our thoughts need to turn to the 2010 season and in particular the current rules and any changes that might be warrented.

Kevin and I have started on a review...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Oct-2009, 08:38
Replies: 8
Views: 2,874
Posted By ChrisBushell
Now that does take me back!

Now that does take me back!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Oct-2009, 11:31
Replies: 16
Views: 2,994
Posted By ChrisBushell
Kev, I am seeing Jim Parker on the 20th of this...

Kev,

I am seeing Jim Parker on the 20th of this month (on another matter) and will see what he has to say.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Oct-2009, 13:30
Replies: 16
Views: 2,994
Posted By ChrisBushell
I would expect that dates will go firm mid Feb...

I would expect that dates will go firm mid Feb 2010. You should be ready to race by 1st of March, we definately wont be racing before then!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 14:15
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
You are entitled to your opinion of course, but I...

You are entitled to your opinion of course, but I am afraid that your argument is flawed.

Both of the series that you mention do not run a road based control tyre. I understand they have the option...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Sep-2009, 11:44
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
I am afraid that you have this wrong. It is not...

I am afraid that you have this wrong. It is not about a monopoly of supply (no one has insisted that you buy your tyres from Holbeech and I confirmed that I could order them from my local supplier...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Sep-2009, 20:07
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Now there is an interesting idea!

Now there is an interesting idea!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Sep-2009, 13:38
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Chris, Well put, there has not been a...

Chris,

Well put, there has not been a formal/written request to the RC to consider the choice of tyres that the series might run. There has been a lot of speculation and words on the forum earlier...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Sep-2009, 14:11
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Spot on, the valves and ports, together with the...

Spot on, the valves and ports, together with the combustion chamber are too small to pull enough gas through to make more than about 52bhp. Fitting 620 heads and pistons apparently makes them fly!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Sep-2009, 11:35
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
An interesting and thought provoking post. My...

An interesting and thought provoking post. My old Ducati singles consume about £500 on a minor overhaul and £1K for a major one and that is just in std not racing form. The main thing is that I can...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 18-Sep-2009, 08:15
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
To clarify my earlier comment, I was only...

To clarify my earlier comment, I was only suggesting ceasing with the 583 bikes if it became no longer viable to get parts for them. The point about Manx Nortons is valid - I race a 52 year old...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 19:06
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Neil, Well put and it would require a protest...

Neil,

Well put and it would require a protest and an engine strip to prove.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 14:33
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
In part I was suggesting the 696 from the point...

In part I was suggesting the 696 from the point of view that it is a current bike, as the 620 was when we started 5 years ago!

The 900s haven't been in production from proabaly 6/7 years now and I...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 14:27
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
The problem with the ZR rated tyre is that...

The problem with the ZR rated tyre is that Pirelli have specifically stated that the bikes are not heavy enought and dont have enough power to get them up to required operating temperatures and as...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 12:13
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Kev, No reason why those dates aren't...

Kev,

No reason why those dates aren't achievable.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Sep-2009, 11:06
Replies: 130
Views: 283,590
Posted By ChrisBushell
Well put sir! Always open to suggestions, but I...

Well put sir!

Always open to suggestions, but I would think that there is not a lot that needs doing to the Current Class B rules for 2010.

The question of how long these bikes can be kept on...
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Sep-2009, 11:34
Replies: 8
Views: 8,645
Posted By ChrisBushell
That sounds very similar to the problems I had...

That sounds very similar to the problems I had with my 888 back in 2000, which was looked at by Neil Spalding at Sigma. The diagnosis was the P8 Computer failing and a £1K bill to get a new one. I...
Forum: DesmoDue Bikes For Sale & Wanted 10-Sep-2009, 13:19
Replies: 28
Views: 13,103
Posted By ChrisBushell
Chaz, I need to check teh rules, but I think he...

Chaz,

I need to check teh rules, but I think he might as he hasn't raced for at least two years?

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue Bikes For Sale & Wanted 09-Sep-2009, 16:34
Replies: 28
Views: 13,103
Posted By ChrisBushell
Phil, Thinking of a comeback? Chris

Phil,

Thinking of a comeback?

Chris
Forum: DSC Website - Help and Notices 01-Sep-2009, 16:57
Replies: 9
Views: 5,822
Posted By ChrisBushell
mark, You beat me to it, Have just checked with...

mark,

You beat me to it, Have just checked with Dom and the necessary list has been sent over for Frankto be able to update the roundels.

All should be ok tomorrow.

Chris
Forum: Ducati Insurance - Questions and Answers! 28-Aug-2009, 11:05
Replies: 5
Views: 8,675
Posted By ChrisBushell
Bob, Interesting thing is that my 22 yearold son...

Bob,

Interesting thing is that my 22 yearold son has just had a quote for his ZX6R of £180 TPF&T, he has got 5 years no claims, from Just Motorcycle Ins through Carol Nash. What we found was that...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Aug-2009, 20:12
Replies: 6
Views: 3,017
Posted By ChrisBushell
There is a much cheaper solution for an ECU...

There is a much cheaper solution for an ECU failure than on offer from a dealer - drop a PM to Antonye and he will save you a lot of money!

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Aug-2009, 15:36
Replies: 46
Views: 11,470
Posted By ChrisBushell
Ok folks, I have put the promised thread up in...

Ok folks,

I have put the promised thread up in DSC topics.

If you want this to happen then start adding your names to a list on that thread and the MT will get it organised!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Aug-2009, 11:16
Replies: 46
Views: 11,470
Posted By ChrisBushell
There are a number of options as to where the...

There are a number of options as to where the Dinner Dance could be held, mostly it is a function of how many wish to come, how big a room and then how many hotel rooms required, so that the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 11-Aug-2009, 17:36
Replies: 23
Views: 4,826
Posted By ChrisBushell
Castle Combe

Guys,

Just had a phone call from New Era and it seems some of you are being a bit tardy in getting your forms back to them.

Can you get the paperwork in as soon as possible please.

Chris
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Aug-2009, 10:22
Replies: 11
Views: 2,604
Posted By ChrisBushell
No they were racing in Germany!

No they were racing in Germany!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 01-Aug-2009, 14:13
Replies: 7
Views: 2,624
Posted By ChrisBushell
Haven't checked the rules, but from memory only...

Haven't checked the rules, but from memory only OEM steel and plastic tanks are allowed!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Jul-2009, 18:37
Replies: 5
Views: 2,398
Posted By ChrisBushell
Ant, Gave the guy a call and unfortunately he...

Ant,

Gave the guy a call and unfortunately he hasn't got all of the necessary equipment to do these ECUs. However he has put me onto a company in Kent, 10 miles from me, that I have spoken to and...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Jul-2009, 17:32
Replies: 5
Views: 2,398
Posted By ChrisBushell
1000 Ss

Mate of mine has a 53 reg 1000 twin spark SS, that has suffered an ECU failure. From Ducati a new ECU is a bit ouch.

Has anyone got a 2nd hand one with the 3 keys and the clocks that they would...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2009, 10:50
Replies: 9
Views: 4,033
Posted By ChrisBushell
This will temporarily fill the hole, but doesn't...

This will temporarily fill the hole, but doesn't fix the problem!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jul-2009, 18:22
Replies: 9
Views: 4,033
Posted By ChrisBushell
Absolutely, allow to dry for at least a weeek and...

Absolutely, allow to dry for at least a weeek and then fill with argon, before taking the TIG welder to it!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jul-2009, 15:53
Replies: 9
Views: 4,033
Posted By ChrisBushell
This is a known problem with Ducati tanks, caused...

This is a known problem with Ducati tanks, caused normally by people lifting them up whilst full of fuel and over stressing the mount area.

Whilst one of the tank sealers may help in the short term,...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 10-Jul-2009, 13:59
Replies: 1
Views: 2,263
Posted By ChrisBushell
You need to be carefull on this. My son bought a...

You need to be carefull on this. My son bought a ZX6R and the only way we could restrict it and satisfy the insurance was if we had a certificate from a dealer saying that it had been fitted...
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