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Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Jan-2005, 08:22
Replies: 26
Views: 7,349
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I bought an ST4S in December and even though...

I bought an ST4S in December and even though weather has kept me off the road more than I want, I have still enjoyed it for the 850 or so km I have ridden it. Good low end torque, wonderful...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 24-Jan-2005, 05:55
Replies: 27
Views: 24,939
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I would imagine most of these things are being...

I would imagine most of these things are being parted out. So, most of the parts come back into the system. Since most Duck riders are pretty stalwart folks (present company excepted), these stalwart...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 23-Jan-2005, 09:36
Replies: 27
Views: 24,939
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Why is there so much theft in the UK. Everyone...

Why is there so much theft in the UK. Everyone has a story of a nicked bike, even with all the anti-theft gear. Who are these guys and were does the stuff go. Sounds like parts to me. If so, parts...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Jan-2005, 09:15
Replies: 21
Views: 4,175
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Why not think of getting an ST3 to supplement...

Why not think of getting an ST3 to supplement your air cooler. I would imagine dealers would cut a better deal on them than on an ST4, but you would get that kind of snazzy 3 valve 1000 engine. I...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 04-Jan-2005, 05:06
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Well, That was sweet. A lot of hassle to get to...

Well,
That was sweet. A lot of hassle to get to the mirror bracket, but pretty straightforward. The spring went in easily and I did the whole job in less than an hour. Thankfully, no fairing...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 04-Jan-2005, 02:48
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Excellent Jools, I will get on it right away. A...

Excellent Jools,

I will get on it right away. A very detailed description....very kind of you Sir!
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 03-Jan-2005, 00:34
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thnks for the info. Dealer will take care of...

Thnks for the info. Dealer will take care of spitting problem at 1000km check (not too far away, even with snow on the ground:o) and I will look at the bracket today after things warm up a bit. Still...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 02-Jan-2005, 06:46
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
take it to the dealer tomorrow. They must have...

take it to the dealer tomorrow. They must have put on the pannier and botched it. Probably a misalignment and they just forced it. Will see what they say. Took it out today after the roads became ice...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 01-Jan-2005, 14:04
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Paul, That is what I thought the problem was...

Paul,
That is what I thought the problem was originally until I looked in the hole and saw the miserable condition of the threads.

Know anything about the mirrors perchance??
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 01-Jan-2005, 06:31
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Happy New Year from Snowy Japan. Came back from...

Happy New Year from Snowy Japan. Came back from California and had a nice snow storm the next day. Kind of precludes riding for a while. SO, I started to wrench on my new ST4. Decided to take the...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 14-Dec-2004, 05:43
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
yep, boots do get in the way. Really have to be a...

yep, boots do get in the way. Really have to be a cowboy and mount it on the run! Don't want to hear about crash bungs though:rolleye: Another thing I hav noticed is the cold start performance. Hit...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 14-Dec-2004, 02:29
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
RIght Paul, I came into work yesterday through a...

RIght Paul,
I came into work yesterday through a normal day in Tokyo traffic jam....about 12 km all told. Mirror watching did the trick. I feel a little more confident now. Roads are pretty narrow...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 13-Dec-2004, 01:07
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thanks Paul, Talked to the dealer about it and he...

Thanks Paul,
Talked to the dealer about it and he said they do a full set up again at the 1000 km mark after the engine has been broken in a little. He said that usually cures the problem. I am...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 12-Dec-2004, 03:15
Replies: 18
Views: 4,914
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
ST4sABS

Picked up my new yellow wonder yesterday and the weather gods were with me. Sunny all day, fairly warm. Put on about 300 kilos after leaving the dealer at 11. Nice riding and can't wait to get the...
Forum: Stolen Bikes 10-Dec-2004, 07:50
Replies: 26
Views: 33,806
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Donnington, Brands Hatch....gee guys, you should...

Donnington, Brands Hatch....gee guys, you should ride up as a group, select one member as a designated guard, have him stay out of site but in site of the group bikes, and give him a two-way so he...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-Dec-2004, 07:34
Replies: 11
Views: 4,126
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I looked at the Tecstars site and was pretty...

I looked at the Tecstars site and was pretty impressed. I have asked them a few questions and they responded immediately (well, with a slight time lag). has anyone used them on an ST. Any mounting...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 08-Dec-2004, 02:03
Replies: 8
Views: 2,932
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Well, I pick up my04 ST4s ABS on Saturday, but I...

Well, I pick up my04 ST4s ABS on Saturday, but I rode a demonstrator ST3 a coulple of weeks ago. I noticed that the seats on the 04 are more slip resistant than the 03 or 02 models many of the above...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Dec-2004, 02:32
Replies: 20
Views: 3,673
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Wow, sounds like DID chains have a real problem....

Wow, sounds like DID chains have a real problem. There are enough problems noted here to make me feel that there is no bad batch, no pirate, no owner related problems here. Just plain old quality...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Dec-2004, 04:03
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Well, checked the tube and it was pinching. The...

Well, checked the tube and it was pinching. The original black tube became cracked and I changed it for a clear tube. However, the wall strength does not seem to be high enough and it pinches right...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 03-Dec-2004, 06:04
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Phill, That was very informative. Went back and...

Phill,
That was very informative. Went back and read and looked at your experience. Haven't checked yet, but since it is raining this weekend I will see what the problem is. I have a feeling it is my...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 02-Dec-2004, 02:34
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Might be the case. I filled the tank up the day...

Might be the case. I filled the tank up the day before and there was a pop as the pressure equalized. Seemed funny at the time, especially in light of the cool weather. Will check the vent tube. But,...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 01-Dec-2004, 07:55
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Wow1 I never thought of the vent hose. I had a...

Wow1 I never thought of the vent hose. I had a tank bag on and that may have been the culprit. Simple things like that get overlooked too easily. like the time the distributor cap on my '64 Chevy...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 30-Nov-2004, 15:38
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I thought so at first but then I saw the temp....

I thought so at first but then I saw the temp. Not that cold really. I usually have that problem in Feb and March when the temps really drop here. Maybe more moisture in the tank iced in the carbs....
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 30-Nov-2004, 03:14
Replies: 11
Views: 2,753
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
My Baby is upset

My 750 SS is probably fighting mad after hearing a new girl will be sharing the garage with her soon. So, on the way to work yesterday morning she stalled in slow traffic, stalled on the freeway at...
Forum: Shazaam! on Engine Systems 28-Nov-2004, 09:38
Replies: 11
Views: 7,370
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Excellent Read! Much food for thought.

Excellent Read! Much food for thought.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 28-Nov-2004, 03:11
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Well, I did it and signed the contract after...

Well, I did it and signed the contract after prolonged negotiations. Got the price I wanted with side-panniers added in at cost and the dealer said he would throw in a few up-river salmon (protected...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Nov-2004, 03:01
Replies: 14
Views: 3,690
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I agree. Ride the sucker. If there is no snow or...

I agree. Ride the sucker. If there is no snow or ice on the ground there are always methods to defeat the cold. 'Sides, hot toddies taste better after you have frozen your butt off!
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 26-Nov-2004, 02:46
Replies: 12
Views: 3,404
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I wouldn't go the route of iconic as it looks too...

I wouldn't go the route of iconic as it looks too out of place on an SS. I partially solved the problem by adding small round convex mirrors to the upper right and left corners of both mirrors....
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 25-Nov-2004, 02:03
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Cheers John, I will spray it with insect...

Cheers John,
I will spray it with insect repellant before each ride!!

As for the TZ, there are a number of suppliers here for TZ stuff. Being a 92 makes it a little easier to find stuff I would...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 24-Nov-2004, 02:21
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Well, I am playing poker with the dealer to get...

Well, I am playing poker with the dealer to get an acceptable price and although I had my eyes on a Rosso ABS, I was just offered a good deal (just how good I will find out this week) on a showroom...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Nov-2004, 09:32
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thanks Fiscus. That is another point to add....

Thanks Fiscus. That is another point to add. Screw does tend to come loose after awhile, so this is a nice drill to get used to.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Nov-2004, 15:26
Replies: 13
Views: 4,150
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Undo the mirrors from the cowling and get in...

Undo the mirrors from the cowling and get in behind the mirror stanchion. There should be a philipps head screw in there and if you tighten it the mirrors should not move very easily. This is for...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 22-Nov-2004, 06:11
Replies: 0
Views: 2,524
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Flakey Flaking

Has Ducati fixed the flaking problem they were having on cam followers. If an ST4S has a 996 engine, that would seem to be susceptible, so I wonder if they have done anything to correct the problem...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 19-Nov-2004, 10:22
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thanks John, My first ring a ding was bought in...

Thanks John,
My first ring a ding was bought in March 1965, but I was riding rental Suzukis from 1964. That makes since that the v-twin would be easier on rings. What year is a TZ250D. There is a lot...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 19-Nov-2004, 02:30
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Glad you liked the Yamadog crack:devil: I am a...

Glad you liked the Yamadog crack:devil:

I am a two stroke guy from way back and threw a bunch of A-1R parts on my A-1SS Kawa. Ungodly acceleration for a 250, but ate piston rings like crazy.
As for...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 18-Nov-2004, 03:13
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Monty, I guess that stuff that fills my...

Monty, I guess that stuff that fills my pocketbook at times is disposable as well.:bouncy:
You must feel that way everytime you replace the nasty two stroke clutch!
I know you are right, but if there...
Forum: Rideouts, Meets and other Events 16-Nov-2004, 15:37
Replies: 30
Views: 9,482
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
I would agree with a lot of the posts here. I try...

I would agree with a lot of the posts here. I try to ride all year and watch for leaves and ice. The nasty thing about ice and leaves as well is that the drop time is so instantaneous. You are up and...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 16-Nov-2004, 15:16
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
That helps Monty. Guess I am just trying to find...

That helps Monty. Guess I am just trying to find reasons not to buy one and hang on to my 750SS (30,000 km and no clutch change). Seems like there are a lot of ways to overcome one of the weak points...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 15-Nov-2004, 15:05
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thanks for the info on the clutches. I have...

Thanks for the info on the clutches. I have ridden with folks on 900 SS and others and the noise is not a real problem. The wonderful Japanese traffic jams in the summer are though. However, I will...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 15-Nov-2004, 03:55
Replies: 17
Views: 4,430
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
ST4S

As some of you may know, I am thinking of trading in my trusty 750SS for a new ST4S. However, there are so many 2003 and 2004 models in stock here that the 2005 models will be left over 2004's....
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 11-Nov-2004, 02:10
Replies: 65
Views: 21,704
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Looks to be full stock. OEM tires as well? Great...

Looks to be full stock. OEM tires as well? Great photo! Looks like fun on the track, but how does it do in traffic. We have some wonderful traffic in Tokyo that helps to breed amazing riders! My...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 10-Nov-2004, 07:21
Replies: 65
Views: 21,704
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Rushjob, cheers for the info. Exactly what I...

Rushjob, cheers for the info. Exactly what I needed, particularly the 140+ data! Looks like you do some track days on yours, but I can't tell if it is a ST4 or 2. I have heard above and elsewhere...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Nov-2004, 15:30
Replies: 65
Views: 21,704
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
One more thing I would like to know is are the...

One more thing I would like to know is are the panniers worth the extra money. Are they usable, water tight, roomy and somewhat secure.
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Nov-2004, 15:24
Replies: 6
Views: 2,848
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Thanks Messrs Paul. Sorry I wasn't clearer on...

Thanks Messrs Paul. Sorry I wasn't clearer on original post. Aftermarket is what I am looking for, but is anyone doing catalytic aftermarket mufflers. If not, I would suspect that a chip wouold have...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Nov-2004, 07:55
Replies: 6
Views: 2,848
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Catalytic Exhausts

Europe spec'ed ST4's have catalytic mufflers, b ut the US ones don't. Are there any suppliers who provide compatible mufflers and does this require changes in tuning. Don't need anything as loud as...
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 09-Nov-2004, 02:35
Replies: 65
Views: 21,704
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Wonderful info on this this thread! Good read. I...

Wonderful info on this this thread! Good read. I am thinking of trading my 750 SS in for a new ST4S which seems to have a lot of the mods recommended here. Also, I think I can live with the looks a...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Nov-2004, 03:10
Replies: 27
Views: 4,967
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Great discussion about relative prices. There are...

Great discussion about relative prices. There are more and more Duke dealers here, but it is important to find one who treats the bike right with that added value called knowledge thown in. Things...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Nov-2004, 02:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,251
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Most Italian stuff uses switches from a common...

Most Italian stuff uses switches from a common supplier. i took one off my Gilera 500 and used it on my 93 SS. You may be able to find something similar at a bike junk yard. Maybe. If not a whole...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Oct-2004, 10:41
Replies: 21
Views: 5,170
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
yep, looks pretty trick, but do the Itai colors...

yep, looks pretty trick, but do the Itai colors light up as well?? Do these LEDs sequence or is it all at once. Looks like you could send code with this.
Also, has anyone tried the fairly new PIAA...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Oct-2004, 03:10
Replies: 21
Views: 5,170
Posted By Mad Dog Bianchi
Mille Grazie Senore, I will glance at the site...

Mille Grazie Senore,

I will glance at the site you mentioned after this place stops shaking. :o ANother big earthquake yesterday! Hate to be doing 180 on a highway when one of those hits.
The price...
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