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Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 30-Aug-2005, 17:52
Replies: 10
Views: 2,003
Posted By Wylie1
It's a Thistle...

It's a Thistle hotel:-

http://www.thistlehotels.com/thistle/hotels/;jsessionid=LC4RGESNMXV3SCQFBQKCFEQKAUGAUIV0?_requestid=498520

Just had a quick look - £56 (non-refundable) for the 4th Oct -...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Aug-2005, 15:56
Replies: 29
Views: 4,408
Posted By Wylie1
It just needs to be ' slammed ' & a 12 inch...

It just needs to be ' slammed ' & a 12 inch longer swingarm fitted - then it'd be totally wicked man !!!!

:puzzled: Why would anybody beat their own bike with an ugly stick :puzzled:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 30-Aug-2005, 15:13
Replies: 10
Views: 2,003
Posted By Wylie1
I think this is the camp site I mentioned above...

I think this is the camp site I mentioned above (sign posted off the A20):-

Thriftwood Caravan Park, Plaxdale Green Rd, Stansted,
Nr Wrotham.Tel: 01732...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 30-Aug-2005, 15:01
Replies: 10
Views: 2,003
Posted By Wylie1
I don't think the hotel would be too happy with a...

I don't think the hotel would be too happy with a caravan parked up next to it either!

There is a campsite fairly close (I've seen sign posts on the A20, but don't know exactly where it is), but if...
Forum: 999 / 749 27-Aug-2005, 12:02
Replies: 20
Views: 4,474
Posted By Wylie1
Surely, any franchised Ducati dealer should act...

Surely, any franchised Ducati dealer should act on your behalf regarding warranty claims :puzzled: I know I've taken my bike to a different dealer (to the one that I bought the bike from) for recall...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Aug-2005, 00:00
Replies: 5
Views: 1,652
Posted By Wylie1
Basically, smaller sprocket on the front and/ or...

Basically, smaller sprocket on the front and/ or bigger rear sprocket = bigger grin :D

I've fitted a larger rear sprocket to my 749s (2 extra teeth to keep the standard chain). Acceleration on road...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 26-Aug-2005, 13:23
Replies: 20
Views: 3,838
Posted By Wylie1
Coming to Brands to watch my 1st DD race

What's the deal with tickets?

Can I get into pits/ paddock, etc with the normal ticket or do I need another pass for that?

I believe the DUK truck is going to be parked behind the start/ finish...
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Aug-2005, 21:51
Replies: 14
Views: 2,930
Posted By Wylie1
Trolley jack + axle stands :eureka:

Trolley jack + axle stands :eureka:
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Aug-2005, 15:04
Replies: 14
Views: 2,930
Posted By Wylie1
Yep....nice colour too :cool:

Yep....nice colour too :cool:
Forum: 999 / 749 24-Aug-2005, 11:47
Replies: 14
Views: 2,930
Posted By Wylie1
You can get the swing-arm protectors/ bobbins...

You can get the swing-arm protectors/ bobbins from:-

http://www.rg-racing.com/
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Aug-2005, 12:00
Replies: 12
Views: 2,240
Posted By Wylie1
I have fitted a 41 tooth rear, but kept the...

I have fitted a 41 tooth rear, but kept the standard chain. Wheelbase is shortened by about 7-8mm max. It's made no noticeable difference to the handling or stability, but it definitely makes the...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Aug-2005, 15:04
Replies: 41
Views: 9,233
Posted By Wylie1
:lol: :lol: :lol:

:lol: :lol: :lol:
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Aug-2005, 14:59
Replies: 16
Views: 2,914
Posted By Wylie1
Rally, You could try contacting Martin Willis at...

Rally,

You could try contacting Martin Willis at Blue Streak Europe Ltd. They're an ECU remanufacturer. I remember seeing a thread about them (see below) a while back.

Martin Willis
Commercial...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 16-Aug-2005, 17:14
Replies: 32
Views: 3,624
Posted By Wylie1
Try TOFS...

Try TOFS racing:-

http://www.tofsracing.co.uk/Members/index.htm

It's run by some of the chaps at Pro-Twins. u2u KP as he's going to Jerez with them in Sept.
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Aug-2005, 12:30
Replies: 45
Views: 8,986
Posted By Wylie1
R1 '05 - AKRAPOVIC - POWER COMMANDER - RENTHAL -...

R1 '05 - AKRAPOVIC - POWER COMMANDER - RENTHAL - DID - K&N - CRG - GILLES - DNA - HEL

Is that you Nori-san :puzzled: You are a riding god :ninja:
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Aug-2005, 14:59
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By Wylie1
First thing to check (with the header pipes still...

First thing to check (with the header pipes still done up) is the alignment of the bracket on the front pipe near the RH rearset assembly. Does this line up? If not, push the pipe further onto the...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Aug-2005, 13:52
Replies: 45
Views: 8,986
Posted By Wylie1
The original owner took a big hit there for just...

The original owner took a big hit there for just 560 miles (running it in or racing :puzzled: ). I hope he got it for a good price when he bought it. It seems you got a bargain though. Enjoy :burn:
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Aug-2005, 13:47
Replies: 10
Views: 1,933
Posted By Wylie1
1. Remove front fairing. 2. Remove air tubes by...

1. Remove front fairing.
2. Remove air tubes by undoing 3x bolts each side where they're bolted to the airbox.
3. Remove air filters (without removing tank).
4. Refit standard filters, then air...
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Aug-2005, 13:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,264
Posted By Wylie1
Did you leave all the front pipe work joints/...

Did you leave all the front pipe work joints/ mountings undone?
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Aug-2005, 23:15
Replies: 4
Views: 1,227
Posted By Wylie1
I agree with Dibble (the GP star! :puzzled: )....

I agree with Dibble (the GP star! :puzzled: ). You should have no trouble getting a new tyre while you're out there (if you need one). Seems a waste of money replacing them before you go if they've...
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Aug-2005, 23:07
Replies: 45
Views: 8,986
Posted By Wylie1
List price is actually £9795 . Surely, it must be...

List price is actually £9795 . Surely, it must be dodgy or a msitake :puzzled:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Aug-2005, 21:12
Replies: 16
Views: 2,777
Posted By Wylie1
My thoughts exactly. I'm gutted though. I was a...

My thoughts exactly. I'm gutted though. I was a big fan of their days having attended SPORTS & PACE days & been impressed.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 22-Jul-2005, 12:29
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
GWS mate

GWS mate
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 20-Jul-2005, 13:47
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
There were 44 names listed on the grid sheets for...

There were 44 names listed on the grid sheets for the fast group and 45 listed in the other group :puzzled:

I took a look over my shoulder whilst I was on the grid (from the 2nd row) & there were a...
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Jul-2005, 13:40
Replies: 17
Views: 4,563
Posted By Wylie1
If you got a 2nd standard can, you could get...

If you got a 2nd standard can, you could get Baines to mod it for you & keep the original for when you come to sell the bike.
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Jul-2005, 13:36
Replies: 33
Views: 4,103
Posted By Wylie1
I have to agree with the opinion that it is a...

I have to agree with the opinion that it is a waste of money, but lots of people spend large amounts of money on bikes/ upgrades they either don't need or won't benefit from (running for cover...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 20-Jul-2005, 13:12
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
Bungi.....you're a very lucky man. That was a big...

Bungi.....you're a very lucky man. That was a big crash & you were lucky to walk away without any broken bones & the bike didn't look too bad either (especially considering the speed you crashed...
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jul-2005, 22:56
Replies: 4
Views: 1,685
Posted By Wylie1
You only need the external battery supply to...

You only need the external battery supply to power it up before it's fitted to the bike. As stated above, it gets it's power from the bikes battery once connected to that.
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jul-2005, 14:57
Replies: 17
Views: 4,563
Posted By Wylie1
I would have thought it would work out quite...

I would have thought it would work out quite expensive sending your exhaust to the states & back to be modified.

PS. Your avatar has disappeared :puzzled:
Forum: 999 / 749 19-Jul-2005, 14:02
Replies: 15
Views: 2,989
Posted By Wylie1
Rearsets

I've got some of these jobbies. Very nice quality. They're available from:

http://www.Casoli.co.uk
or
http://www.moto2.co.uk/acatalog/Rear_Sets.parts.html

£200 + vat
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Jul-2005, 10:51
Replies: 20
Views: 2,968
Posted By Wylie1
I agree, but if you're tucked in behind the...

I agree, but if you're tucked in behind the screen (as you would be on a track), you can get full throttle.



Overtake them in the bends :D . It's much more fun :burn:
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Jul-2005, 10:45
Replies: 20
Views: 2,968
Posted By Wylie1
To check the lever positions, put your hands on...

To check the lever positions, put your hands on the bars in your usual riding position and flex your fingers without moving your wrists or arms. Both levers should lie just beneath your fingers....
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Jul-2005, 15:52
Replies: 20
Views: 2,968
Posted By Wylie1
I know I'm swimming against the tide of opinion...

I know I'm swimming against the tide of opinion here, but I don't think the throttle action's too light. Yes, it's hard to twist your wrist enough to get full throttle but how often is that actually...
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Jul-2005, 15:21
Replies: 25
Views: 4,213
Posted By Wylie1
Eh, Adam told me you worked in IT :puzzled: . Not...

Eh, Adam told me you worked in IT :puzzled: . Not the most ideal prerequisite :lol:
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 14-Jul-2005, 15:09
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
Weather looks good (for now)...

Weather looks good (for now) too:-

http://uk.weather.com/weather/local/UKXX0440?x=24&post=post&code=code&y=3
Forum: Tyres 14-Jul-2005, 14:57
Replies: 13
Views: 5,266
Posted By Wylie1
The grip vs wear rate is always going to be a...

The grip vs wear rate is always going to be a compromise. I guess you just have to weigh up which is more important to you.

What kind of tyre life would you be happy with? ie. How many track days +...
Forum: Tyres 14-Jul-2005, 14:31
Replies: 13
Views: 5,266
Posted By Wylie1
I've got Supercorsa Pro's (Street compound)...

I've got Supercorsa Pro's (Street compound) fitted a couple of weeks ago & love 'em :D .

The other compounds available are SC0, SC1, SC2 & SC3 (qualifying, soft, medium, hard). I've not used any of...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Jul-2005, 14:55
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By Wylie1
+ a 3 day working week. This was the one I've...

+ a 3 day working week. This was the one I've been waiting for :puzzled:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Jul-2005, 14:41
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By Wylie1
Jeees.....I wouldn't fancy going round corners in...

Jeees.....I wouldn't fancy going round corners in that at 50 mph, let alone 150 :o . Doesn't look too stable to me. Aside from the fact it's a minger!!
Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Jul-2005, 12:48
Replies: 16
Views: 2,679
Posted By Wylie1
At 26, Rossi's got plenty of time left racing...

At 26, Rossi's got plenty of time left racing bikes if he can stay motivated (which another change of bike would bring). At the end of the day, he loves bikes (quite a few GP racers don't seem to) so...
Forum: Tyres 10-Jul-2005, 11:25
Replies: 7
Views: 6,754
Posted By Wylie1
When I had my supercorsa's (street compound)...

When I had my supercorsa's (street compound) fitted last weekend, I saw the Pirelli book. They are listed as 2.2 bar front, 2.4 rear. I think that's 32 psi front, 36 rear.
Forum: 999 / 749 08-Jul-2005, 16:43
Replies: 15
Views: 1,898
Posted By Wylie1
I prefer the subtle approach. Silver pressure...

I prefer the subtle approach. Silver pressure plate with black cover looks good.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 07-Jul-2005, 13:20
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
Very well put, although I'd add they do already...

Very well put, although I'd add they do already put you into the correct group automatically when you book (if they've got the lap time info on you). They also move people between groups on the day...
Forum: Tyres 07-Jul-2005, 12:08
Replies: 12
Views: 5,626
Posted By Wylie1
Haven't touched pegs down :o , but I've got...

Haven't touched pegs down :o , but I've got adjustable rearsets (set far back & high up) fitted.

[Edited on 7-7-2005 by Wylie1]
Forum: Tyres 07-Jul-2005, 12:05
Replies: 12
Views: 5,626
Posted By Wylie1
I guess the point I'm making is: More grip/ feel...

I guess the point I'm making is:

More grip/ feel from tyres = more lean/ higher corner speed = possible need for firmer suspension. The suspension setup was fine before I fitted the Pro Streets.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 07-Jul-2005, 11:45
Replies: 73
Views: 16,399
Posted By Wylie1
Little update: He walked out of hospital...

Little update: He walked out of hospital yesterday :puzzled: , yes... I did say walked. He says " it's a bit uncomfortable, but not really painful ". He's not in plaster & is walking with a limp (& a...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 07-Jul-2005, 11:04
Replies: 36
Views: 4,647
Posted By Wylie1
As you know Sean, I'll be there. A bargain at £89...

As you know Sean, I'll be there. A bargain at £89 for 5x 20 min sessions.
Forum: Tyres 06-Jul-2005, 15:52
Replies: 12
Views: 5,626
Posted By Wylie1
Got the Pro Streets fitted (749s) just in time...

Got the Pro Streets fitted (749s) just in time for the Brands GP trackday on Monday just gone. Scrubbed them in the day before. They seem to warm up quickly enough for road use (in the dry anyway!) &...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 06-Jul-2005, 15:14
Replies: 73
Views: 16,399
Posted By Wylie1
This guy's a friend of mine. He's broken his...

This guy's a friend of mine. He's broken his femur just below the hip. He's now got 3 big screws holding it all together & is due to leave hospital later today.

Looking on the bright side, at least...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 05-Jul-2005, 16:16
Replies: 73
Views: 16,399
Posted By Wylie1
Totally agree. Top value for money & I'd have...

Totally agree. Top value for money & I'd have no hesitation with booking up with Apex again. Even the size of the groups didn't bother me.
The discount offered by Apex to DSC members was very...
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