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Forum: General Motorcycles only 11-Apr-2006, 23:03
Replies: 2
Views: 2,199
Posted By smilo006
Shipping from the USA

Anyone any experience getting items shipped from the USA at reasonable prices?
Need to have some items shipped and the seller won't arrange for shipment outside of the USA.
Therefore need to...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Apr-2006, 19:44
Replies: 32
Views: 12,195
Posted By smilo006
And they've plastered 2 different tits on one...

And they've plastered 2 different tits on one bird so to speak. The front has 10 spoke wheels the back 5.
MCN - fit up.
The 999 is not a bad bike but it is just unfinished in a way that the 916...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 05-Apr-2006, 09:40
Replies: 32
Views: 12,195
Posted By smilo006
Ducati are getting busy again it would seem....

Ducati are getting busy again it would seem. Supermotard to go into production, Desmosidici race rep soon and a road going version for about 15k and now this.
Seeing as they are now owned by the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Mar-2006, 09:34
Replies: 10
Views: 3,090
Posted By smilo006
Here's a piccie of Barry's work.

Here's a piccie of Barry's work.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2006, 12:10
Replies: 9
Views: 1,698
Posted By smilo006
check the part numbers for the 748 and 996. When...

check the part numbers for the 748 and 996. When I bought mine the bloke said that the fuel pumps were different. Easy to check though. Or else make sure it is a lte model 996 tank.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Feb-2006, 21:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,571
Posted By smilo006
Mag wheels

To gain some of the benefits of magnesium wheels. Does it make any sense to buy just a front mag wheels or should they always be fitted in 2's. :puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2006, 09:03
Replies: 15
Views: 2,561
Posted By smilo006
Barry's good work:

Barry's good work:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Feb-2006, 11:24
Replies: 17
Views: 3,051
Posted By smilo006
Thanks. Intake mesh is off. New piper dross air...

Thanks. Intake mesh is off. New piper dross air filters on.

Presumably cams, valve clearance injectors, etc are workshop activities?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Feb-2006, 09:25
Replies: 17
Views: 3,051
Posted By smilo006
996R improvements

In the quest to obtain more oomph from the bike I've been looking at a few options. Gearing now done. Not convinced by a lighter flywheel and can't really afford mag wheels just now. So thought about...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2006, 16:45
Replies: 21
Views: 2,849
Posted By smilo006
Put R&G on my front forks. Seemed fine and...

Put R&G on my front forks. Seemed fine and easy to put on. I think you can get 2 types flatter and wider or thinner and taller. However the JHP ones sound interesting.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Nov-2005, 18:23
Replies: 13
Views: 2,163
Posted By smilo006
Hi, Where abouts in Sweden are you? I have one...

Hi,

Where abouts in Sweden are you? I have one knocking about in CPH. Happy to show it to you.

The ones without plaques were designed to be used for racing. those not sold were sold off to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Nov-2005, 10:34
Replies: 21
Views: 4,713
Posted By smilo006
Depedns on what you are going to use it for. If...

Depedns on what you are going to use it for.

If you want comparable performance likely a 998 of some description is the way to go. Maybe more money though.

I have a mate with a 2001 Blade....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Nov-2005, 11:35
Replies: 18
Views: 2,731
Posted By smilo006
If you get a Ducati mecahnic to fit one, how many...

If you get a Ducati mecahnic to fit one, how many hours are we talking?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Nov-2005, 08:32
Replies: 3
Views: 1,523
Posted By smilo006
smaller I think, 41mm.

smaller I think, 41mm.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Nov-2005, 13:16
Replies: 14
Views: 2,379
Posted By smilo006
Change of air filter

Have spoken to pipercross about a new air filter.
they have this one at a reasonable price:
MPX014 is £58.16 inc VAT, pulls over the inlet trumpets.
Comment was that it will give a few extra...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Nov-2005, 16:17
Replies: 18
Views: 3,283
Posted By smilo006
By any chance, do you have one large and one...

By any chance, do you have one large and one small knocking about?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Oct-2005, 12:00
Replies: 15
Views: 2,555
Posted By smilo006
"Yeah I wonder where he got that idea...

"Yeah I wonder where he got that idea from"

I heard of one company where you had to make your own because all they only supplied the fairing
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Oct-2005, 14:01
Replies: 15
Views: 2,555
Posted By smilo006
and another. His seat fastening is good and...

and another. His seat fastening is good and useful addition
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Oct-2005, 14:00
Replies: 15
Views: 2,555
Posted By smilo006
This is baryy's kit. It is fine. he is also...

This is baryy's kit. It is fine. he is also flexible about painting numbe boards etc.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2005, 12:36
Replies: 8
Views: 2,722
Posted By smilo006
Interesting. Seems that the whole 996 and 998...

Interesting. Seems that the whole 996 and 998 range have the same flywheel. Exceptions are the SPS and SPSIII and the 748R. In the new range the 749R has another flywheel. However all 999 models have...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Sep-2005, 10:38
Replies: 8
Views: 2,722
Posted By smilo006
996R Flywheel

Apparently the flywheel on the 916 weighs in at 2.6kg's. Seen a lightweight one at 0,7kg's. However does the 996R have a lightened one already fitted?:puzzled:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Sep-2005, 11:25
Replies: 35
Views: 6,319
Posted By smilo006
I would like a roll too.

I would like a roll too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Sep-2005, 22:00
Replies: 3
Views: 1,910
Posted By smilo006
Mag wheels

Always wanted a pair of 10 spoke marchesini's.
At @£750 used I can't really justify them unless they also significantly improve lap times. Anyone got useful any experience?
How much does it cost to...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Sep-2005, 21:55
Replies: 1
Views: 1,187
Posted By smilo006
Shops

Been a while since I have been to a bike shop in London. Motorcycle City were crap but they had a big selection of gear to look at and then find better prices elsewhere.
Where is good now?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Sep-2005, 11:03
Replies: 0
Views: 1,498
Posted By smilo006
wheel dimensions

996R: std wheel rim sizes, correct?

- Front Wheel - 3.5"x17"?

- Rear Wheel - 5.5"x17"?
:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Sep-2005, 10:45
Replies: 10
Views: 4,089
Posted By smilo006
Bought a pair of R&G front wheel bungs. The...

Bought a pair of R&G front wheel bungs. The fit is excellent and the materials look good too. Have not been tested yet which is a good thing. Delivery prompt too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Aug-2005, 08:49
Replies: 4
Views: 1,414
Posted By smilo006
do a search on the site, there are some good...

do a search on the site, there are some good threads and addreses already. :sing:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jul-2005, 12:55
Replies: 48
Views: 11,663
Posted By smilo006
by the way mine runs just fine with the ecu...

by the way mine runs just fine with the ecu mentioned. How the riders rides is of course another question.
The only thing I can say is that the carbon exhausts seem to have mis coloured because they...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jul-2005, 12:31
Replies: 14
Views: 4,315
Posted By smilo006
Did the cooling fans for the 2 bikes come on at...

Did the cooling fans for the 2 bikes come on at the same time?
Thought I saw a thread somewhere here suggesting that the temperature the fans come on can be adjusted.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jul-2005, 12:03
Replies: 31
Views: 6,195
Posted By smilo006
Hoover, with a straw tied to it. Finally if that...

Hoover, with a straw tied to it. Finally if that doesn't work, take off front fairing and push the residue through the mesh with a tooth or washing up brush. :barfy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jul-2005, 11:40
Replies: 48
Views: 11,663
Posted By smilo006
By the way, 996R running 50 mm open carbon...

By the way, 996R running 50 mm open carbon termi's.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jul-2005, 11:06
Replies: 48
Views: 11,663
Posted By smilo006
67 or 61 600 655 00 Ducati 996R Ducati...

67 or 61 600 655 00
Ducati 996R
Ducati 0075A
:roll::roll:

Hope that helps.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jul-2005, 14:05
Replies: 3
Views: 1,139
Posted By smilo006
replacement termi exhaust shells

anyone bought some reasonably priced (therefore not termi) caron or titanium 50 mm exhaust shells and would recommend them?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Jul-2005, 08:21
Replies: 107
Views: 99,837
Posted By smilo006
According to Breakout: "I have 3bikes 2x...

According to Breakout: "I have 3bikes 2x 996r 1x998r 2x998rs engines:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jul-2005, 12:11
Replies: 13
Views: 2,736
Posted By smilo006
got the bleedin procedure down to a fine art....

got the bleedin procedure down to a fine art. Next thing is how to find out where the system is losing pressure / lever going soft.

Any ideas or experiences. Is it a dealer job? :mad:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jul-2005, 11:41
Replies: 33
Views: 9,275
Posted By smilo006
Double bubble screen, cheap but excellent mod too.

Double bubble screen, cheap but excellent mod too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Jul-2005, 11:39
Replies: 9
Views: 1,632
Posted By smilo006
As I recall Duc said that there were no Ti rods....

As I recall Duc said that there were no Ti rods. However on closer inspection there were. The power delivery (mapping) was changed to provide a smoother and more relaxed delivery. Should be possible...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jul-2005, 21:50
Replies: 33
Views: 9,275
Posted By smilo006
If you cannot get a ride on the FE see if you can...

If you cannot get a ride on the FE see if you can get a ride in a 2nd hand 998S. This should help you take a decision.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Jun-2005, 12:50
Replies: 11
Views: 2,114
Posted By smilo006
There's a bloke in Chelmsford, who if you take a...

There's a bloke in Chelmsford, who if you take a digital picture of your key, will cut one for you and tell you the number as well.

Can dig out his address if you want.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2005, 16:42
Replies: 13
Views: 2,736
Posted By smilo006
Cheers. Felt like a muppet for asking really. As...

Cheers. Felt like a muppet for asking really. As usual however answers are informative and helpful. ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2005, 14:34
Replies: 13
Views: 2,736
Posted By smilo006
Bleedin brakes

Went to track day. Progressively lever lost feel and finally pulled back to bar.
Bled brakes with me mityvac. Went fine but no change. Bloke came along and seemed to open the bleed nipple very...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jun-2005, 16:25
Replies: 9
Views: 1,490
Posted By smilo006
Black, agree with dibble though. As for the...

Black, agree with dibble though.
As for the bolts, if no one has any knocking about then:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=10448&item=7982426597
is an option.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jun-2005, 09:27
Replies: 4
Views: 1,856
Posted By smilo006
Bought from B&C, agree, good service, helpful...

Bought from B&C, agree, good service, helpful and fair price.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2005, 16:33
Replies: 33
Views: 6,232
Posted By smilo006
Yours by any chance? Nice though. :burn:

Yours by any chance? Nice though. :burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2005, 15:57
Replies: 33
Views: 6,232
Posted By smilo006
one more:

one more:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2005, 15:57
Replies: 33
Views: 6,232
Posted By smilo006
Not strictly a race rep but it is really nice....

Not strictly a race rep but it is really nice. Built by the mechanic at my local dealer. It is based around a 955SP and really built up from scratch. 100% carbon bodywork, radial brakes, cut out...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-May-2005, 16:10
Replies: 14
Views: 2,858
Posted By smilo006
Anyone got a description of the interim service...

Anyone got a description of the interim service in English or at least a list of what should be looked at?
Should this be stamped in the book?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 16:05
Replies: 16
Views: 1,922
Posted By smilo006
How about airtube covers instead. V similar...

How about airtube covers instead. V similar effect, cheaper, no hassle with air filters. Several places supply them @£120.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-May-2005, 14:39
Replies: 18
Views: 4,197
Posted By smilo006
The technical website, has 2 parts documents...

The technical website, has 2 parts documents listed with nakmes: 996R_M151-01 and 996R_M0_150-01.pdf.
Now they both appear confusingly with an American flag icon. I think on the "old site" they had...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-May-2005, 09:38
Replies: 18
Views: 4,197
Posted By smilo006
Also interested to know. Someone mentioned that...

Also interested to know. Someone mentioned that with the racebikes the plaque came seperately. If you look on the technical website, there is a seperate partsmanual for numbers 1-150.
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