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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Jun-2005, 00:57
Replies: 31
Views: 4,256
Posted By Mr_S
15 (one less than me...)

15 (one less than me...)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2005, 21:58
Replies: 37
Views: 3,778
Posted By Mr_S
Could it be that difficult to knock one up from a...

Could it be that difficult to knock one up from a piece of sheet steel?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2005, 21:52
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By Mr_S
All about slow speed control, fast bends it's a...

All about slow speed control, fast bends it's a no no, but slow stuff, all the time. Try a feet up U turn without using the clutch, that gives you some idea of how I use it.

Now, maintaining front...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2005, 18:58
Replies: 5
Views: 1,817
Posted By Mr_S
Clutch lever travel - adjusting

Typically I ride with 2 fingers covering the clutch ( and the brake), and there's something starting to bug me, after 15 months of ownership.

Whilst riding, I can happily slip the clutch and control...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Jun-2005, 18:33
Replies: 13
Views: 2,886
Posted By Mr_S
Cheers Dib's you're looking pretty crowded there,...

Cheers Dib's you're looking pretty crowded there, but if If I get stuck I'll U2U

I'm sure parking's tight too, got wife's car and trailer ('cos me Lexus don't tow) so it's about 100ft long...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 02-Jun-2005, 16:46
Replies: 13
Views: 2,886
Posted By Mr_S
Where to stay night before Brands TD?

Starting to plan ahead for the Apex TD on 4th July, all the transports covered, but I need some recommendations of where to stay?

Thistle looks convenient, but pricey.

[Edited on 2-6-2005 by Mr_S]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2005, 13:56
Replies: 24
Views: 4,032
Posted By Mr_S
don't you get ohlins at both ends with the R as...

don't you get ohlins at both ends with the R as well?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2005, 00:21
Replies: 11
Views: 2,828
Posted By Mr_S
Bradders is right on the modded frame for the...

Bradders is right on the modded frame for the deeper airbox. Like on the 748R

Foggy rep was to allow homologation of this frame, and therefore airbox, for racing in WSB
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2005, 00:16
Replies: 3
Views: 2,300
Posted By Mr_S
Sounds like it could be that solenoid's come...

Sounds like it could be that solenoid's come loose again, check it again. It's worth cleaning the contacts and putting a cable tie around it to hold the plug tight on.

If there was smoke, check the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 31-May-2005, 02:49
Replies: 24
Views: 3,794
Posted By Mr_S
Stick with improving the bike you've got If you...

Stick with improving the bike you've got

If you buy a new bike, it's just a more expensive platfrom to bolt stuff onto and you'll end up buying bling kit anyway...

Anyway, 748's rock the world. I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-May-2005, 23:19
Replies: 8
Views: 1,617
Posted By Mr_S
Corse oil breather catch tank mounting Just a...

Corse oil breather catch tank mounting




Just a guess though....
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-May-2005, 01:25
Replies: 0
Views: 2,569
Posted By Mr_S
BMW Off Road School - Highly Recommended - but a long post

I've just had the great pleasure of spending 2 days riding around the Brecon Beacons on a BMW GS1200 at the BMW Off Road Riding School doing their level one course, and I can highly recommend...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-May-2005, 01:30
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By Mr_S
I'm at Cadwell with Track Time Promotions on the...

I'm at Cadwell with Track Time Promotions on the 20th. It's my first track outing this year.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-May-2005, 22:02
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By Mr_S
6 post is a ramp and ball bearing 4 post is ramp...

6 post is a ramp and ball bearing
4 post is ramp only but can be pegged to allow you to use a starter if you're racing.

So, personally, unless you're racing, go for the 6 post if he's got one as...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-May-2005, 21:03
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By Mr_S
awesome piece of kit, genuine Corse item scary...

awesome piece of kit, genuine Corse item scary price new.

Really happy with mine after about 1500 road miles. Can't wait for the first trackday of the year. (20th June for me)

Nick who's selling...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 21:04
Replies: 23
Views: 3,579
Posted By Mr_S
That's lifted direct from the link Henners...

That's lifted direct from the link Henners posted, well the link at the bottom, so maybe Ducati think it's wet cos it uses fluid :)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-May-2005, 00:09
Replies: 23
Views: 3,579
Posted By Mr_S
916 SPS 1997: Technical Specifications ENGINE...

916 SPS 1997: Technical Specifications


ENGINE
Max Power: 118.8 Hp @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque: 90.8 Nm @ 6750 rpm
Bore and Stroke: 98 x 66 mm
Displacement: 996 cc
Compression Ratio: 11.5: 1
Timing...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2005, 15:12
Replies: 15
Views: 2,510
Posted By Mr_S
I was thinking of Carole because it used to be...

I was thinking of Carole because it used to be free on weekdays, had a look at their site last night and it's no longer so.

I've been meaning to do a trip with Byrne-Up for a few years, but never...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2005, 01:29
Replies: 15
Views: 2,510
Posted By Mr_S
Excellent And you've now reminded me about...

Excellent

And you've now reminded me about Circuit Carole. I feel a trip coming on...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 18-May-2005, 01:33
Replies: 37
Views: 5,178
Posted By Mr_S
antonye did a detailed post on panel repairs a...

antonye did a detailed post on panel repairs a couple of months back. Worth looking for as he'd added photo's which help understand what the hell he's on about :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-May-2005, 14:41
Replies: 9
Views: 1,693
Posted By Mr_S
Hants currently have (or had 2 weeks ago) 3...

Hants currently have (or had 2 weeks ago)

3 Skoda Octavia VRS (Black / Silver / Dark Blue)
Jaguar XJ
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-May-2005, 00:23
Replies: 4
Views: 1,122
Posted By Mr_S
tomtom will identify the poi's you specify, not...

tomtom will identify the poi's you specify, not all of them and should identify any nearby poi without a route (POI Warner does this)

I use tomtom 3 and a geodesy plus at the moment, but once...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-May-2005, 00:18
Replies: 6
Views: 2,094
Posted By Mr_S
Order some grips from busters at around £6.50 ,...

Order some grips from busters at around £6.50 ,
http://www.busters-accessories.co.uk/proddetail.asp?prod=PG724

the red one's are identical to the Corse...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 15-May-2005, 11:27
Replies: 26
Views: 5,206
Posted By Mr_S
Try it again, I've tried it now from outside my...

Try it again, I've tried it now from outside my network and it's downloading ok now....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-May-2005, 00:37
Replies: 12
Views: 3,041
Posted By Mr_S
try the link again, been away in the sun for a...

try the link again,

been away in the sun for a week and a router at home blew a fuse. Fixed now so all should be working.

BTW Harv. I want 2 of these now.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 15-May-2005, 00:30
Replies: 26
Views: 5,206
Posted By Mr_S
Missing the last...

Missing the last chicane

http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/castle%20combe.doc

posted this before in an DD thread.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-May-2005, 21:50
Replies: 25
Views: 3,254
Posted By Mr_S
Can I say told you so..... ;) BTW, it's really...

Can I say

told you so.....

;)

BTW, it's really hot in Ibiza today....
Forum: Technical - Help or Info - NON Motorcycle 07-May-2005, 00:48
Replies: 11
Views: 5,275
Posted By Mr_S
D-Link's good gear, Linksys is good too, if a...

D-Link's good gear, Linksys is good too, if a little "fisher price" in appearance to my eye.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-May-2005, 00:41
Replies: 12
Views: 3,041
Posted By Mr_S
Factory manual answers...

Factory manual answers all

http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/ride%20height.pdf

Why - ensures you're geometry is correct and therefore the bike sits, and rides, as designed

How - a bit more...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-May-2005, 01:26
Replies: 4
Views: 1,834
Posted By Mr_S
Just for you...

Just for you Dsee...

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0761052/
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2005, 21:33
Replies: 14
Views: 3,132
Posted By Mr_S
Shame, sad to see a bike go like that. Time to...

Shame, sad to see a bike go like that.

Time to start breaking it and see what's saleable and giving you a bit more towards the next one. It'll also keep you busy and your mind off other things....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-May-2005, 21:26
Replies: 11
Views: 3,277
Posted By Mr_S
Me too, but there's a chunk of cash difference :(

Me too, but there's a chunk of cash difference :(
Forum: General Motorcycles only 03-May-2005, 18:06
Replies: 4
Views: 1,444
Posted By Mr_S
You should still get the service book stamped...

You should still get the service book stamped regardless of who does the work.

On the subject of warranties, a dealer cannot decline a warranty if the servicing has not been carried out by an...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 17:34
Replies: 57
Views: 9,591
Posted By Mr_S
Yes, but here's a little gift to appease the...

Yes, but here's a little gift to appease the mind

http://www.chathamclose.com/pics/castle%20combe.doc
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2005, 16:56
Replies: 11
Views: 3,277
Posted By Mr_S
In addition to quickrik's list the head is no...

In addition to quickrik's list the head is no different but the SP does run different pistons resulting in a higher compression. The SPS also has different cams. Some, but not all have a carbon...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 15:58
Replies: 57
Views: 9,591
Posted By Mr_S
3dB is a doubling of the sound pressure level...

3dB is a doubling of the sound pressure level ;)

http://www.phys.unsw.edu.au/~jw/dB.html

Oh picky me...

btw, for those that can't get there before the race I may have some scanned track notes, but...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 13:07
Replies: 57
Views: 9,591
Posted By Mr_S
Another thing from my previous TD's their is they...

Another thing from my previous TD's their is they don't run groups of the novice / fast / inters type, but put a mix out on the circuit.

This may have changed recently though.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 13:05
Replies: 57
Views: 9,591
Posted By Mr_S
For trackdays... It's noise restricted and...

For trackdays...

It's noise restricted and incredibly tight on the testing, every bike is tested and the circuits monitored at a few points (Quarry being one IIRC). They can be closed down on the...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 12:59
Replies: 4
Views: 1,194
Posted By Mr_S
Not really, you weren't to know about the secret...

Not really, you weren't to know about the secret negotiations going on....

:)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 03-May-2005, 12:21
Replies: 4
Views: 1,194
Posted By Mr_S
Early 748/916 Master Cylinder - free to good home

Since it seems those with single disc setups are somewhat disadvantaged, I'm offering up my spare master cylinder free to anyone running a single disc setup and planning a twin disc conversion.

It's...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-May-2005, 01:07
Replies: 11
Views: 2,344
Posted By Mr_S
First time I've seen any comments from Shazaam!...

First time I've seen any comments from Shazaam! described as smart ass....

:o
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-May-2005, 21:49
Replies: 1
Views: 1,257
Posted By Mr_S
£611.00 Bargain... A hell of a lot less than my...

£611.00 Bargain... A hell of a lot less than my last "service" :D

You'll get a DSC discount on Genuine parts, accessories & clothing but labour etc has probably been put down as less than it took...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Apr-2005, 01:13
Replies: 11
Views: 2,460
Posted By Mr_S
Nice, Looks like there's so much ground...

Nice,

Looks like there's so much ground clearance, the first thing to touch down would be the bar ends.....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 29-Apr-2005, 22:22
Replies: 10
Views: 1,869
Posted By Mr_S
Wonder if the CAA will charge them for not filing...

Wonder if the CAA will charge them for not filing their flight plans :)

I reckon

< 6 month ban
<£1K fine
Forum: General Motorcycles only 29-Apr-2005, 21:49
Replies: 10
Views: 1,869
Posted By Mr_S
Some serious skidmarks (at least on the road!!)...

Some serious skidmarks (at least on the road!!) so they were braking hard before they hit the first kerb. So they must have had some serious speed behind them.

I'd love to hear the drivers...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Apr-2005, 22:55
Replies: 13
Views: 3,159
Posted By Mr_S
Saw that from your other posting afterwards. It...

Saw that from your other posting afterwards.

It seems STM are stopping / stepping down manufacturing a lot of their products to focus on slipper clutch production. I had major problems getting hold...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Apr-2005, 21:43
Replies: 14
Views: 3,132
Posted By Mr_S
Have a chat with Chrisiball, he's rebuilt a 748R...

Have a chat with Chrisiball, he's rebuilt a 748R in a similar mess

http://www.ducatisportingclub.com/xmb/viewthread.php?tid=14312

What does that cover actually close off on the engine casing (Cam...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Apr-2005, 13:14
Replies: 14
Views: 3,132
Posted By Mr_S
It looks messy, but.....I'd have a crack at...

It looks messy, but.....I'd have a crack at rebuilding it.

That headstock looks ( I did say looks) OK, though the inner barrel will be mashed (replaceable). Are there any fluids leaking out...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Apr-2005, 00:30
Replies: 19
Views: 2,629
Posted By Mr_S
Good point, Still opt for black though...

Good point,

Still opt for black though...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 28-Apr-2005, 00:28
Replies: 3
Views: 2,158
Posted By Mr_S
Phil, who's the actual organiser? I'm...

Phil,

who's the actual organiser? I'm interested, but away the week before and may struggle to get off. There's also the issue of the time I sued Goodwood (and won) after a trackday incident.....

I...
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