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Forum: DesmoDue Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-Feb-2013, 16:43
Replies: 2
Views: 3,922
Posted By Ghost
Andy, could you not use a longer bolt and put a...

Andy, could you not use a longer bolt and put a std nut against the dedicated stripped one?
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Jan-2013, 23:55
Replies: 4
Views: 2,125
Posted By Ghost
Mallory is a Weds afternoon for ACU licence...

Mallory is a Weds afternoon for ACU licence holders Cars in the morn. You book directly with the circuit. £60 bike and rider £35 for additional rider.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Jan-2013, 08:17
Replies: 18
Views: 3,529
Posted By Ghost
You have a good bike in Ollies (ex 42) Ollie was...

You have a good bike in Ollies (ex 42) Ollie was no lightweight and it was always up at the sharp end.

You seem to have covered everything considering the bike hasn't run for a couple of years. So...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Jan-2013, 18:35
Replies: 9
Views: 2,299
Posted By Ghost
As the return pipe from the cooler just returns...

As the return pipe from the cooler just returns the oil back to the sump with no restriction the pressure is at atmospheric i.e 14.7 psi. As RPM increases flow increases through the cooler.

Yes...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Jan-2013, 01:10
Replies: 20
Views: 4,623
Posted By Ghost
No it turned out to be a 750 Kev, Spotless clean,...

No it turned out to be a 750 Kev, Spotless clean, don't think it did much. I may just strip it down and put the 6 speed into it then its an easy job when I decide to run the 6 speed by just putting...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jan-2013, 22:21
Replies: 5
Views: 3,169
Posted By Ghost
That is correct, spring pressure is constantly...

That is correct, spring pressure is constantly modulating the relief valve orifice, from a knats A**hole, to your not coming near me wi that. :eek:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Jan-2013, 18:46
Replies: 5
Views: 3,169
Posted By Ghost
Relief valve surely is lifted by pressure and is...

Relief valve surely is lifted by pressure and is not necessarily RPM dependent. Also viscosity will be a factor as will temperature. How hot is hot?

Also as the relief valve is opposed by spring...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 24-Jan-2013, 18:28
Replies: 2
Views: 1,937
Posted By Ghost
Yes it was televised, I still have it on the sky+...

Yes it was televised, I still have it on the sky+ even tho' I had two DNF's they filmed the first race.

You will find it here. ...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Jan-2013, 20:22
Replies: 12
Views: 2,900
Posted By Ghost
Lol I cannot tell a lie, twas I me Judge, still...

Lol I cannot tell a lie, twas I me Judge, still got a second place at Cadwell at end of season as well on them.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Jan-2013, 18:29
Replies: 12
Views: 2,900
Posted By Ghost
Your joking who on earth would be that much of a...

Your joking who on earth would be that much of a tight arse. :eek:
Forum: DesmoDue Parts For Sale & Wanted 22-Jan-2013, 23:34
Replies: 9
Views: 5,049
Posted By Ghost
They tend to fetch quite a price. Hire charge...

They tend to fetch quite a price. Hire charge from Hottrax is £15 for the weekend but with a deposit of £50 refundable on return of transponder.

Its the AMB 260 transponder if you go for 2nd/hand....
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Jan-2013, 17:39
Replies: 20
Views: 5,418
Posted By Ghost
Whats an optimum setting?? I time mine...

Whats an optimum setting?? I time mine differently to the well published settings. Other people may also do theirs differently also. As a start do it to the book but make sure both cylinders are the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jan-2013, 16:16
Replies: 22
Views: 5,661
Posted By Ghost
Only melted one through naff oil, Sunlite...

Only melted one through naff oil, Sunlite Vegetable oil is no use at all. Even tho' it looked like I was Cooking a BBQ. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Jan-2013, 12:52
Replies: 22
Views: 5,661
Posted By Ghost
I don't get a false tension, cos I throw those...

I don't get a false tension, cos I throw those silly hindrance springs away. I have a bucket full of them if anyone needs any. :D :o
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 20-Jan-2013, 23:17
Replies: 2
Views: 2,271
Posted By Ghost
Why bother with any, none of my engines leak...

Why bother with any, none of my engines leak without any gaskets, just use 3 bond, reduce shimming to compensate.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Jan-2013, 23:14
Replies: 22
Views: 5,661
Posted By Ghost
Don't forget that there are two TDC's per cycle...

Don't forget that there are two TDC's per cycle firing and exhaust. Really will pee you off if you time time it on the exhaust stroke.:eek: :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Jan-2013, 12:45
Replies: 20
Views: 5,418
Posted By Ghost
You only need one DTI as you can only work on one...

You only need one DTI as you can only work on one cylinder at a time.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 16-Jan-2013, 08:38
Replies: 44
Views: 12,697
Posted By Ghost
Paul doesn't need spares, when he bins it, it...

Paul doesn't need spares, when he bins it, it usually goes in the skip. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Jan-2013, 13:50
Replies: 6
Views: 2,686
Posted By Ghost
There were some piston sets done by the American...

There were some piston sets done by the American company Arias. I bought a pair off Matt Larrett for my 583, they worked great, as some will know the bike won the Championship. :D :p
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Jan-2013, 16:33
Replies: 2
Views: 1,574
Posted By Ghost
Nowt wrong with that. I run a ricambi Weis road...

Nowt wrong with that. I run a ricambi Weis road monster type. Open in the bottom for exhaust pipe. I just fabricated a plate from sheet Alum, rivet and seal.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Jan-2013, 00:09
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By Ghost
PMSL Nice one Craig. :D

PMSL Nice one Craig. :D
Forum: DesmoDue Series Information 07-Jan-2013, 00:06
Replies: 21
Views: 9,478
Posted By Ghost
42 isn't on the list Kev or has Steve Hands still...

42 isn't on the list Kev or has Steve Hands still got it on retention??
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Jan-2013, 21:10
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By Ghost
FFS I'd need a zimmer frame to get across the...

FFS I'd need a zimmer frame to get across the track. :eek: :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Jan-2013, 18:38
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By Ghost
Mmm never thought about that context. Enough to...

Mmm never thought about that context. Enough to fill the start grid I'd say. :D
Forum: DesmoDue Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-Jan-2013, 18:34
Replies: 3
Views: 3,604
Posted By Ghost
Most of the DD rears run a Ø17 mm axle so...

Most of the DD rears run a Ø17 mm axle so depending on what size the 800 runs it may well require bearings to suit the 17mm setup.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 06-Jan-2013, 17:39
Replies: 13
Views: 2,755
Posted By Ghost
Those that race already keep there own numbers...

Those that race already keep there own numbers year on year. You will have the choice from Ducati Sporting Club of what is still available. :)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Jan-2013, 16:28
Replies: 16
Views: 3,269
Posted By Ghost
Mmm I remember the all comers races with New Era,...

Mmm I remember the all comers races with New Era, 125 two strokes left us for dead. Just imagine a 250/350, not a hope in hell of being toward the front.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Jan-2013, 23:48
Replies: 7
Views: 3,159
Posted By Ghost
There is a good choice of 3, SBS, Performance...

There is a good choice of 3, SBS, Performance Friction or Bendix, Nelly on here I believe champions the Bendix variety.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Jan-2013, 23:56
Replies: 31
Views: 10,422
Posted By Ghost
That might just help, especially after a good...

That might just help, especially after a good Jalfrezi.
:eek:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 02-Jan-2013, 18:20
Replies: 31
Views: 10,422
Posted By Ghost
Use the formula: (TFC/2)=Ans usually works Tooo...

Use the formula: (TFC/2)=Ans usually works


Tooo fkin clever by half. :D :frog:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 31-Dec-2012, 00:03
Replies: 15
Views: 4,090
Posted By Ghost
On the 583 & mine wasn't a bad one, it was a...

On the 583 & mine wasn't a bad one, it was a quick roll off and back on again. I did used to come down to 4th but it was all 5th in the latter days. Trackday for you and me before the season Mr P as...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Dec-2012, 22:12
Replies: 15
Views: 4,090
Posted By Ghost
Lol I remember that well, it cost me a win as I...

Lol I remember that well, it cost me a win as I thought they had stopped it, Kev P slipped past for the Win with me second, then they did stop it, Bugger. :D

Any tips for me next year please....
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Dec-2012, 23:32
Replies: 13
Views: 4,231
Posted By Ghost
Remove the whole filler cap 3 fasteners hold the...

Remove the whole filler cap 3 fasteners hold the flip part down then several 2mm grub screws hold the main part in place.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Dec-2012, 16:06
Replies: 31
Views: 10,422
Posted By Ghost
It works quite well doesn't it. :D

It works quite well doesn't it. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 29-Dec-2012, 14:09
Replies: 31
Views: 10,422
Posted By Ghost
Just shove a Scitsu on it

Just shove a Scitsu on it
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Dec-2012, 11:58
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
Mmm as I thought, cockpit trouble, or pilot...

Mmm as I thought, cockpit trouble, or pilot error. :D :lol:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 25-Dec-2012, 00:42
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
Stop tickling it and be positive with that boot....

Stop tickling it and be positive with that boot. :D
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Dec-2012, 21:46
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
Bugger, of all the ones I've had apart I didn't...

Bugger, of all the ones I've had apart I didn't recall that cam roller. Feel dutifully arse raped now. :eek:

Thanks for the pic Neil. :D Oh and the Pikey won't be best pleased you calling him Steve...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Dec-2012, 20:17
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
I'll have to discuss this with you face to face...

I'll have to discuss this with you face to face as I can't recall anything in the right hand clutch housing that affects the selector mech. Its that fkin Desmosedici you have in yours you are...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 23-Dec-2012, 11:53
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
Very true Andy, but there isn't anything on the...

Very true Andy, but there isn't anything on the clutch side of the engine to influence gear selection per se.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 21-Dec-2012, 16:53
Replies: 9
Views: 3,050
Posted By Ghost
Just to show the powers that be that some of us...

Just to show the powers that be that some of us read the rule book. Axles are not allowed to be Ti. :D :o

I had my 749 ones done the raw bar of grade 5 Ti was £200 3 years ago. :eek:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Dec-2012, 16:46
Replies: 46
Views: 10,800
Posted By Ghost
No not at all, What stopper arm bolt?? On the...

No not at all, What stopper arm bolt??
On the claw you will see a stamped index line you will/should see a similar line on the drum edge. When in neutral align the two marks. Then tighten the bolts...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 21-Dec-2012, 16:40
Replies: 13
Views: 4,330
Posted By Ghost
Just a point to note when using one from 748 or...

Just a point to note when using one from 748 or SS ie when on full throttle you are using the cam stop at the carbs. So if you are really Gorilla armed, you could snap a throttle cable.

I never had...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Dec-2012, 23:22
Replies: 9
Views: 3,050
Posted By Ghost
No Problem Frank. Go ahead. :D

No Problem Frank. Go ahead. :D
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Dec-2012, 20:08
Replies: 9
Views: 3,050
Posted By Ghost
Here you are, corners will require chamfering.

Here you are, corners will require chamfering.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 19-Dec-2012, 20:03
Replies: 13
Views: 4,330
Posted By Ghost
Or a std SS ie one its what I used gives about 60...

Or a std SS ie one its what I used gives about 60 deg of rotation.
Forum: DesmoDue Parts For Sale & Wanted 18-Dec-2012, 15:06
Replies: 6
Views: 3,437
Posted By Ghost
When I rebuilt my 583 the mains are in excess of...

When I rebuilt my 583 the mains are in excess of £100, angular contact C3 grade IIRC. No gaskets needed, use threebond.

Big end shells £29.60 ish, valve 1/2 rings £1.58 x8 Several rubber O rings at...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 13-Dec-2012, 23:36
Replies: 30
Views: 6,563
Posted By Ghost
After my Donny blow up I've switched to Motul300v...

After my Donny blow up I've switched to Motul300v 15/50, its fkin expensive but it coats and clings really well. No clutch slip whatsoever either. :)
Forum: DesmoDue Parts For Sale & Wanted 12-Dec-2012, 22:45
Replies: 6
Views: 3,104
Posted By Ghost
Okies, I'll make you one up, should have it done...

Okies, I'll make you one up, should have it done over the weekend. :) Usually inspection dept's are kept at 20°C so your calibrated G cramp may be a tad orf. :lol:
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 10-Dec-2012, 23:15
Replies: 11
Views: 14,712
Posted By Ghost
So your good cylinder is in spec at 11.2 bar. I...

So your good cylinder is in spec at 11.2 bar. I certainly would not accept 29 psi difference, as it would be impossible to get an even tickover. How they arrive at that level of difference is...
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