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Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-May-2005, 14:41
Replies: 7
Views: 1,475
Posted By smilo006
Ducati Parts Duke Demon

Thinking of buying some bits from them. Anyone any experience of them?:puzzled:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-May-2005, 11:25
Replies: 8
Views: 1,874
Posted By smilo006
If it any help the rear shock on the 996R and the...

If it any help the rear shock on the 996R and the 996S were the same but they use different springs and the default setting for spring preload was different (or atl east the setting my 996S came with...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Apr-2005, 17:05
Replies: 7
Views: 1,567
Posted By smilo006
Mityvac from Hein Gericke in Stockwell, £35....

Mityvac from Hein Gericke in Stockwell, £35. However, usefully the instructions were in German but it is not difficult to use.
Great little tool though.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Apr-2005, 14:43
Replies: 15
Views: 3,464
Posted By smilo006
Engine stands

Took the rear shock off last week and stood the bike on axel stands under the engine pivots in front of the foot rests. Worked okay but not especially stable.
Looking at the rear of the testastretta...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Apr-2005, 10:09
Replies: 33
Views: 6,232
Posted By smilo006
Saw a 998 in Fila colours, it was done by a...

Saw a 998 in Fila colours, it was done by a Ducati mechanic and looked really pukka. Otherwise 2001 Bayliss rep or Monstermob.
999: Haga's bike from last year.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Mar-2005, 09:26
Replies: 10
Views: 2,073
Posted By smilo006
could even be pushed to take a picture if you...

could even be pushed to take a picture if you want. :sing:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Mar-2005, 11:43
Replies: 10
Views: 2,073
Posted By smilo006
I can find out how much post was but not...

I can find out how much post was but not excessive.
I fitted mine in the cellar at work, half dark and still managed to get em on in 10 mins. :bouncy:
On the site it says 1-5 days from order. It...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Mar-2005, 20:15
Replies: 10
Views: 2,073
Posted By smilo006
I just bought some from Red Racing:...

I just bought some from Red Racing: http://www.redracingparts.com/
Good quality and fit,well packed and delivered in good time.
:bouncy: @£80. They do both racing and regular ones with the indicator...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Mar-2005, 15:17
Replies: 2
Views: 1,347
Posted By smilo006
Lacquer

Have a track fairing and decals / stickers. Thought it would be sensible to lacquer the panels afterwards. Does this process need to be done by a professional or is it possible to do it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Mar-2005, 13:29
Replies: 36
Views: 6,026
Posted By smilo006
question is did they get a good price and pass it...

question is did they get a good price and pass it on to the customer:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Mar-2005, 09:55
Replies: 36
Views: 6,026
Posted By smilo006
Goofy, I too live in the land where if you buy a...

Goofy, I too live in the land where if you buy a bike you pay for three.

I will be going to see them in a few weeks. So if you need any help or need anything collecting then more than happy to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Mar-2005, 17:02
Replies: 13
Views: 2,402
Posted By smilo006
When taking the cush drive nuts off you need to...

When taking the cush drive nuts off you need to put a large hex key behind the cush drive to keep it still. Whether this means that the cush drive is worn or not I do not know.
It was a while ago I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2005, 20:39
Replies: 37
Views: 4,105
Posted By smilo006
Just bought a set of R&G, fit a treat...

Just bought a set of R&G, fit a treat (Ohlins). There is German company www.b-g-racing.de something, German. They do a set of four for 70 Euros. They have 2 that also fit the back wheel too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2005, 12:13
Replies: 6
Views: 1,246
Posted By smilo006
I got Ten Kate to do my Tsubaki at Assen - really...

I got Ten Kate to do my Tsubaki at Assen - really helpful, however he used a regular chain tool and simply curled (mushrooming) the ends of the pin over the link as normal. :sniff:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2005, 08:41
Replies: 22
Views: 4,059
Posted By smilo006
for anyone wanting more...

for anyone wanting more noise:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=10448&item=7959877236&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Mar-2005, 08:10
Replies: 6
Views: 1,111
Posted By smilo006
07748 765 842 27 elworth road Sandbach cheshire, ...

07748 765 842 27 elworth road Sandbach cheshire, cw 11 3hq:bouncy:
He is also flexible regarding light cutouts, painted or impregnated numberboards etc.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 10:48
Replies: 107
Views: 99,837
Posted By smilo006
Good to hear all the historical details are clear...

Good to hear all the historical details are clear then, Ducati true to form. Interesting to see what Ducati say. In the meantimeI see I am going to have to become a fully paid up member rather than a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2005, 16:30
Replies: 107
Views: 99,837
Posted By smilo006
I bought a non plaqued one. Given the earlier...

I bought a non plaqued one. Given the earlier discussion, I have asked Ducati, no reply as yet.
I was told that the first 500 had plaques and then a further 150 were made later because of demand....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Feb-2005, 14:02
Replies: 107
Views: 99,837
Posted By smilo006
I do. :lol:

I do. :lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 16:37
Replies: 22
Views: 4,314
Posted By smilo006
Come on then let's have a pic of the 6R too....

Come on then let's have a pic of the 6R too. :burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 12:14
Replies: 53
Views: 22,150
Posted By smilo006
That sounds like an offer not to be refused....

That sounds like an offer not to be refused. Would be interested too. Presumably finished in chrome, anodised black, polished aluminium or Ducati red for that bling paddock look!:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2005, 09:21
Replies: 8
Views: 1,883
Posted By smilo006
Barry knows a painter too. He painted a couple of...

Barry knows a painter too. He painted a couple of number boards for me so likely he could add the blue too, if you ask, reasonable price too.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Feb-2005, 09:32
Replies: 11
Views: 2,260
Posted By smilo006
cheers, this has to be recipe of the year: For...

cheers, this has to be recipe of the year:
For those stubborn stains..........laugh ye not..........COKE and BROWN sauce...but wash it off a bit sharpish....
It has to be tried, brilliant.
:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2005, 22:57
Replies: 11
Views: 2,260
Posted By smilo006
cleaning

It's that time of year again. Anyone know how to get the engine casing really clean, especially the lower part down to the sump plug. Think the case lower on the 996R is sand cast and seems rougher...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2005, 10:36
Replies: 40
Views: 10,011
Posted By smilo006
998 or rather 996R. Went to a bike show yesterday...

998 or rather 996R. Went to a bike show yesterday and saw the 2005 999 range. Mmmm, still not right. Welding still not well done on frame, bike still looks incomplete. Those odd triangular inserts at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2005, 10:28
Replies: 32
Views: 5,134
Posted By smilo006
Am now on my third Arai, always had them. Like...

Am now on my third Arai, always had them. Like the fit, the venting and build. Actually never paid anywhere near full price. If you hunt around and don't mind last year's paint job then you can...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Feb-2005, 09:52
Replies: 44
Views: 11,289
Posted By smilo006
Two "kinds" of 996R, those with a...

Two "kinds" of 996R, those with a plaque, the first 500 sold on the net then those without, 150 extra made because of demand. 996R everytime.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Feb-2005, 09:41
Replies: 10
Views: 2,547
Posted By smilo006
Hi Octo. Twinfan is right and you will find...

Hi Octo. Twinfan is right and you will find opinion very split here about the 996 999 bikes. SP1 was built to race against the 996-8R ducatis in WSB. So comparision with a 749 in not really valid....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2005, 12:11
Replies: 60
Views: 12,936
Posted By smilo006
Actually saw a bloke running 15 48 or 14 48....

Actually saw a bloke running 15 48 or 14 48.

Lasted half a track day before wrecking himself and the bike.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2005, 12:08
Replies: 4
Views: 1,060
Posted By smilo006
If it is a 996/8 then Barry 01270 759 693 or...

If it is a 996/8 then Barry 01270 759 693 or mobile: 07748 765 842 good, cheap and nice bloke. Can do them with or without number board, painted or impregnated. Used as the dye an F02 fairing.
Said...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Feb-2005, 15:48
Replies: 83
Views: 31,510
Posted By smilo006
I guess the same principle in miniature form on...

I guess the same principle in miniature form on the Aprilia. On the Duc I think the only reason for the wings is to give the impression of aggression as the front wheel looks to be pushed into the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Feb-2005, 15:09
Replies: 83
Views: 31,510
Posted By smilo006
Tried a 999 before buying my 996R. I was really...

Tried a 999 before buying my 996R. I was really disappointed, a real shame. It sounded like a Jap 4, the build quality was iffy. It looked and still looks unfinished rather than challenging. The rear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2005, 15:22
Replies: 11
Views: 2,159
Posted By smilo006
Cheers. Reason being that I have hunted down a...

Cheers. Reason being that I have hunted down a carbon / kevlar water pump cover from Forza Italia. They also have one that extends to the casing as well. If only I could find out how to load files...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2005, 13:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,159
Posted By smilo006
Dropping bike on left side

Anyone got experience of the kind of damage that occurs when 996 is dropped, whilst in motion on left (as you sit on the bike), especially water pump and related engine case damage. Track experiences...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2005, 11:17
Replies: 1
Views: 1,477
Posted By smilo006
see...

see thread:
http://ducatisportingclub.com/control/boards/viewthread.php?tid=6030
as a start. Lots of other advice here too if you do a search.
Tsubaki are pretty popular. Bought mine from B&C...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 03-Feb-2005, 09:44
Replies: 23
Views: 4,848
Posted By smilo006
I think that I have what you are looking for....

I think that I have what you are looking for. Have tried to attach them but site wont accept an example.
Is it me?

Will try u2u instead. :rolleye:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jan-2005, 16:37
Replies: 20
Views: 2,766
Posted By smilo006
If you factor in the number of hours taken to...

If you factor in the number of hours taken to build a hybrid then the £ saving is obviously there but not everyone has the time, facilities or know how to do it. If the alternative was to use a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Jan-2005, 09:44
Replies: 5
Views: 1,930
Posted By smilo006
this maybe of help regarding...

this maybe of help regarding grearing:
http://ducatisportingclub.com/control/boards/viewthread.php?tid=6030
Shazaam has posted some pretty detailed posts on the subject of chains, sprockets and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jan-2005, 14:05
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By smilo006
ride height adjuster

Getting pretty tired of the std ride height adjuster, difficult to get at propoerly and made of Italian cheese. Thought about changing it for one from Casoli or Tecmoto (seem to be the same). Any...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jan-2005, 13:27
Replies: 5
Views: 1,351
Posted By smilo006
ride height adjuster

Getting pretty tired of the std ride height adjuster, difficult to get at propoerly and made of Italian cheese. Thought about changing it for one from Casoli or Tecmoto (seem to be the same). Any...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2005, 10:31
Replies: 1
Views: 1,372
Posted By smilo006
At last found the fork and set up guides. Track...

At last found the fork and set up guides. Track setting advice anyone?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Jan-2005, 10:01
Replies: 1
Views: 1,372
Posted By smilo006
Ohlins front fork adjustment

Preparing the bike for this year and thought about checking the front fork settings again. Looked in the bike supplied manual (6R) to see how to check the font fork adjustment. The diagrams and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jan-2005, 16:29
Replies: 11
Views: 3,223
Posted By smilo006
On me old 6S it did as the picture above. This...

On me old 6S it did as the picture above. This was a dealer replacement.
On the 6R it runs round the front of the fork leg and through between the 2 bolts as per jpmercer's reply.
Good dealer I...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jan-2005, 13:00
Replies: 2
Views: 1,315
Posted By smilo006
fork crash bobbins

Thought about buying a set. Good idea, Any recommendations?:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Dec-2004, 12:38
Replies: 14
Views: 2,211
Posted By smilo006
Seem to be a few more knocking around for...

Seem to be a few more knocking around for salejust now. Ducati coventry have one as do forza-Italia
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2004, 10:32
Replies: 2
Views: 1,302
Posted By smilo006
http://www.diverse-mfg.com/pages/898331/index.htm ...

http://www.diverse-mfg.com/pages/898331/index.htm

http://www.veypor.co.uk/

there was also a thread sometime ago about a UK racing site that sells the "regular" items second hand, like these:...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Dec-2004, 09:07
Replies: 6
Views: 2,183
Posted By smilo006
bargain? http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi...

bargain?
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=10448&item=7942013871&rd=1
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Sep-2004, 13:34
Replies: 1
Views: 1,519
Posted By smilo006
A...

A...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Sep-2004, 10:50
Replies: 20
Views: 3,731
Posted By smilo006
It was that one mentioned. Agree with the last...

It was that one mentioned. Agree with the last comment.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Sep-2004, 09:30
Replies: 20
Views: 3,731
Posted By smilo006
He says that he did not like the grey frame and...

He says that he did not like the grey frame and five spoke wheels,so he got the factory to custom build one. He also said that he copied the text of the advert fromanother and therfore the details...
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