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Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 23:09
Replies: 14
Views: 3,360
Posted By Paul James
The process for 2006 involved riders voting for...

The process for 2006 involved riders voting for the riders reps and the MT members being chosen from among the MT by the MT. Not all MT members wanted to be involved which is fair enough, I put my...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Oct-2006, 22:09
Replies: 14
Views: 3,360
Posted By Paul James
Desmo Due 2007

In answer to the questions raised about the running of DD next year I'd like to ask a couple of questions of my own and make a few observations. I'm not looking to start another argument as we have...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Oct-2006, 22:44
Replies: 23
Views: 3,991
Posted By Paul James
Another false assumption. Ducati Sporting Club...

Another false assumption.

Ducati Sporting Club run the series, New Era host the series at their meetings.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Oct-2006, 22:41
Replies: 23
Views: 3,991
Posted By Paul James
I take it from this comment that when New Era...

I take it from this comment that when New Era sent back your entry they didn't inform you that you were a reserve ? If they did then it is racing convention that the reserves who submitted late...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Oct-2006, 21:45
Replies: 23
Views: 3,991
Posted By Paul James
To put this all straight...... The Cadwell round...

To put this all straight......

The Cadwell round was over subscribed and those who put their entries in last were put on the reserve list, as is usual in such an event.

The number of riders allowed...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Oct-2006, 14:33
Replies: 2
Views: 1,255
Posted By Paul James
This one is usually pretty good...

This one is usually pretty good !!

http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/cgi-bin/regframe?3&LANG=en&PLZ=LN11&PLZN=Louth&PRG=citybild
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Oct-2006, 08:28
Replies: 16
Views: 5,562
Posted By Paul James
Streets ahead of the ST2 and a brilliant tourer. ...

Streets ahead of the ST2 and a brilliant tourer. It gets great reviews and generally outdoes the Hondas. We've done all sorts on ours from days out to a 9 country European tour last year, Assen...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 06-Oct-2006, 08:22
Replies: 8
Views: 3,100
Posted By Paul James
He's right you know, just checked mine and you...

He's right you know, just checked mine and you can't adjust the ride height. I have to agree that the bike does tend to lean over fairish on the side stand which is why I tend to use the centre...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 13:34
Replies: 14
Views: 2,739
Posted By Paul James
No problem doing it later if that is what you...

No problem doing it later if that is what you guys want, we plan to stay to watch all the races.

Just that some have quite a journey home so the half hour after the DD race gives them chance to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 11:47
Replies: 87
Views: 20,939
Posted By Paul James
Both your wives OK with that ???:frog: :o

Both your wives OK with that ???:frog: :o
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 10:58
Replies: 87
Views: 20,939
Posted By Paul James
Have that many people really dropped out of the...

Have that many people really dropped out of the Saturday races since ETR posted ?? :confused: :o
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 10:52
Replies: 14
Views: 2,739
Posted By Paul James
Is that good or bad ?:eek: Don't forget to sort...

Is that good or bad ?:eek:

Don't forget to sort out your subscription you old reprobate !!!:frog:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 04-Oct-2006, 10:50
Replies: 14
Views: 2,739
Posted By Paul James
Dickie, It's already been suggested that it goes...

Dickie,

It's already been suggested that it goes on 30 minutes after the last DD race in the scrutineering area. As the second race starts at 4pm that should work out well unless anyone has...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2006, 20:40
Replies: 15
Views: 4,314
Posted By Paul James
Might be worth giving these people a shout...

Might be worth giving these people a shout ?

http://www.packing-cases.co.uk/
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2006, 20:36
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
Yup, what I thought you meant, makes sense for it...

Yup, what I thought you meant, makes sense for it to work that way I guess ;)

Still think there should be a national tolerance stated for all drivers (take your point about the vehicle types...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2006, 16:59
Replies: 7
Views: 2,571
Posted By Paul James
Have a word with Martin Westbrook there.

Have a word with Martin Westbrook there.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-Oct-2006, 15:01
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
Shouldn't that read "63 to 70 mph" Paul...

Shouldn't that read "63 to 70 mph" Paul ?

My biggest concern is that there is no natinally agreed binding tolerance on the actual speed relative to the measuring equipment. It isn't just or...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Oct-2006, 18:50
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
How can there be no tolerance on a measurement ? ...

How can there be no tolerance on a measurement ?

That was the point I was trying to make really. Who determines what 70mph is for instance ? What is the manufacturers tolerance on the speed...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Oct-2006, 09:58
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
Think you've missed the point here mate: If...

Think you've missed the point here mate: If there is a tolerance it should be applied nationally. If there is no tolerance it is unworkable law. It isn't about a telling off its about potentially...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Oct-2006, 00:15
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
That was my understanding of the situation. On...

That was my understanding of the situation. On this occasion there aren't quite enough 583's to have their own grid and too many 620's to go in with another class anyway. Never going to be easy in...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Oct-2006, 00:09
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
Just seems that as the driver/rider has his/her...

Just seems that as the driver/rider has his/her licence endorsed with penalty points which can lead to a driving ban there should be some national tolerance law ? There must be something to cover...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 01-Oct-2006, 10:37
Replies: 29
Views: 6,712
Posted By Paul James
Speed limit tolerances

Used to be that for speed cameras a tolerance of 10% posted limit plus 2mph was applied. (Actual speed in a 70 zone being 79 before a nick). It was supposedly to allow for speedometer errors.

Can...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 01-Oct-2006, 10:31
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
Fair comment and something that we fully...

Fair comment and something that we fully understand, it isn't going to be easy to sort out to suit everybody but at least we are doing what we can.

Mixed 583/620 grids seem to have been accepted...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Sep-2006, 17:16
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
This does of course also raise another question...

This does of course also raise another question regarding what we actually want from New Era............................................

Are we looking to need separate grids or a combined grid for...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Sep-2006, 10:06
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
Good idea Tim, will do !!!!

Good idea Tim, will do !!!!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Sep-2006, 09:29
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
Thumbs up Just a bit of general info from the draft rules...

Just a bit of general info from the draft rules that applies to entry eligibilty and may clarify here. Early registration will obviously help in the negotiations with New Era so you just have to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2006, 20:21
Replies: 87
Views: 20,939
Posted By Paul James
41 entries for Sunday grid is 38 bikes.

41 entries for Sunday grid is 38 bikes.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2006, 14:18
Replies: 31
Views: 5,353
Posted By Paul James
[QUOTE=phillc]Same. Yes, I did join halfway...

[QUOTE=phillc]Same. Yes, I did join halfway through the season and yes the oil pack was really appreciated. However, the rules do say I need to run sponsors stickers. I've asked/requested them but...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2006, 13:25
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
OK Michael, There are no financial implications...

OK Michael, There are no financial implications or commitments to the club in general apart from possibly funding some of the trophies (still under review for 2007 season with a view to getting them...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2006, 12:41
Replies: 82
Views: 18,992
Posted By Paul James
Sorry, missed that one earlier Michael. It is...

Sorry, missed that one earlier Michael.

It is more a case of New Era getting commitment from us to take grids at the meetings really. In any given season there are a number of possible new series...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Sep-2006, 10:34
Replies: 31
Views: 5,353
Posted By Paul James
This is just the sort of thing I was referring to...

This is just the sort of thing I was referring to in my earlier post/email (extract below) there are all manner of trimmings that can be added to the series if people will volunteer to get involved. ...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 27-Sep-2006, 16:15
Replies: 125
Views: 28,728
Posted By Paul James
Given the level of interest shown to this thread...

Given the level of interest shown to this thread by DD entrants, general DSC members and non members alike I've added below the contents of an email I circulated to the riders earlier in the month. ...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-Sep-2006, 07:39
Replies: 8
Views: 1,409
Posted By Paul James
I guess when someone says they have retired from...

I guess when someone says they have retired from the series and moved overseas one could reasonably assume that they have retired from the series ?

Yet more unecessary message board angst over...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Sep-2006, 14:44
Replies: 3
Views: 1,152
Posted By Paul James
Desmo Due 2006 Rider Survey

The 2006 Rider Survey has been sent out to all the riders, if you are a current rider in the series and didn't receive the email please email me for a copy.

When the surveys have been completed...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 31-Aug-2006, 01:24
Replies: 5
Views: 2,885
Posted By Paul James
Probably pay to warm the plate in the oven before...

Probably pay to warm the plate in the oven before fitting the bearing as the fit is a slight interference, with manufacturing tolerances you could get one on the tight side.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2006, 14:44
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Paul James
Have a gander at this if you are bored at work...

Have a gander at this if you are bored at work then ;)

http://www.tonyfoale.com/Articles/Springs/Springs.htm
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2006, 13:42
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Paul James
Agree with all of that, was just trying to...

Agree with all of that, was just trying to explain a bit of the basic theory for anyone interested really. Not trying to derail your help Kev ;)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2006, 12:34
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Paul James
That is fine if all the springs are made of the...

That is fine if all the springs are made of the same steel Kev but if the actual material spec is different it puts the calculation out of the window if you merely use the physical dimensions within...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Aug-2006, 10:12
Replies: 15
Views: 1,845
Posted By Paul James
Springs can be pretty complex things Tonio, there...

Springs can be pretty complex things Tonio, there are quite a few aspects to consider. You have spring rate, number of coils per unit of linear measurement, preload, whether the spring is a constant...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 22:06
Replies: 20
Views: 4,104
Posted By Paul James
I've always suspected there was something strange...

I've always suspected there was something strange about you :lol: :lol: :lol:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 19:40
Replies: 16
Views: 1,931
Posted By Paul James
Didn't realise the Snetterton weather forecast...

Didn't realise the Snetterton weather forecast was that bad Andy !!!!:D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 17:19
Replies: 20
Views: 4,104
Posted By Paul James
Yeah I got the impression he was probably on a...

Yeah I got the impression he was probably on a similar diet to me ;)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 17:17
Replies: 16
Views: 1,931
Posted By Paul James
Sent to your gmail account, if it has changed...

Sent to your gmail account, if it has changed just send me your new address to paul.james@ducatisportingclub.com or send me a PM.

Same for anyone else who isn't getting emails please.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 17:13
Replies: 16
Views: 1,931
Posted By Paul James
Maybe so but I did get some enquiries from riders...

Maybe so but I did get some enquiries from riders so have sorted it.

Have fun out there !!!
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 17:08
Replies: 16
Views: 1,931
Posted By Paul James
One out all out on Sunday, Saturdays times won't...

One out all out on Sunday, Saturdays times won't count for Sunday grid positions.

Hope this helps ?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 17:05
Replies: 16
Views: 1,931
Posted By Paul James
Snetterton Update

Have just got it sorted with New Era that you Sunday riders will all have timed practice on Sunday 9.50 - 10.00 in place of the 500s untimed shown on your final instructions.

Seems fairer to me than...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 16:34
Replies: 20
Views: 4,104
Posted By Paul James
Bet he don't leave much about round your gaff...

Bet he don't leave much about round your gaff then mate :)

Any choccy biscuits ?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 13:22
Replies: 3
Views: 1,284
Posted By Paul James
Thumbs up To simplify things I'm including your original...

To simplify things I'm including your original questions for the full survey Kevin. Apologies for those of you who have already answered those but what I'm trying to achieve is a record of all kinds...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 12:14
Replies: 4
Views: 1,299
Posted By Paul James
Also had a tentative invite for you peeps to go...

Also had a tentative invite for you peeps to go to the final round of the Preston and District club championship at Three Sisters 15th October.

Will send out a few more details as available as I'm...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Aug-2006, 07:31
Replies: 65
Views: 12,896
Posted By Paul James
Thank you Tony, see my post on this thread...

Thank you Tony, see my post on this thread yesterday 6.04, it ain't that easy Nick !

I also requested that Dominic spare a few minutes for a chat at the Donington round but he stated that he wanted...
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