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Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Jul-2005, 16:41
Replies: 6
Views: 1,088
Posted By Felix
Frame fabricators?

Looking for someone who can bend tubes and weld for the purpose of frame fabrication. Anyone know of any out there? Tubing will most likely be ali or chrome-moly.

Why? Now bike-less at the moment, I...
Forum: Monsters 28-Jul-2005, 14:09
Replies: 14
Views: 4,538
Posted By Felix
I completely agree with you about the radiator....

I completely agree with you about the radiator. It's one of the bike's least appealing feature. A good friend of mine has a S4R as well and we've contemplated having a custom rad fabricated more than...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jul-2005, 22:32
Replies: 8
Views: 1,283
Posted By Felix
Alan at AJR is definintely worth a call.

Alan at AJR is definintely worth a call.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 26-Jul-2005, 22:30
Replies: 11
Views: 2,761
Posted By Felix
Yep, they're ace. When it rains, no one makes...

Yep, they're ace. When it rains, no one makes funny comments.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Jul-2005, 15:49
Replies: 11
Views: 1,943
Posted By Felix
JPM is right. As far a I know, there is no...

JPM is right. As far a I know, there is no "quick change" setup that fits standard road bikes. In addition to dealing with the wheel spindle, you also have to deal with the brake calipers. On the...
Forum: Tyres 06-Jul-2005, 15:09
Replies: 15
Views: 5,020
Posted By Felix
Fantastic tyres, mate. I raced on them and once...

Fantastic tyres, mate. I raced on them and once warm couldn't get them to slide. A friend of mine uses them on the road on his S4R and he loves them.

If you see a used set laying around on a pair of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2005, 10:59
Replies: 18
Views: 3,157
Posted By Felix
Garry, Moto2 also do handle bars that fit the...

Garry, Moto2 also do handle bars that fit the standard clip-on clamps. I think they are about £17 each but don't know the length. Also, I can still get hold of the proper Ducati pegs and bars if you...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jun-2005, 19:02
Replies: 18
Views: 3,157
Posted By Felix
Yeah, ring 'em, Yeti. When I spoke to them a...

Yeah, ring 'em, Yeti. When I spoke to them a couple of months back, spare pegs, hangers, etc was no problem. I think I paid about 25 quid for a hanger.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jun-2005, 14:42
Replies: 18
Views: 3,157
Posted By Felix
Even closer than RedRacing, try Moto2...

Even closer than RedRacing, try Moto2 (http://www.moto2.co.uk/acatalog/Ducati_Race_Rear_Sets.html). They do spare pegs seperately and are compatible with DP.

Can't believe Antonye didn't suggest...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2005, 17:41
Replies: 10
Views: 1,819
Posted By Felix
Most strange, that. Unless someone's messed with...

Most strange, that. Unless someone's messed with the internals, I don't see how that's possible. I suppose, it could be a defective unit and always was this way.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jun-2005, 16:37
Replies: 13
Views: 2,493
Posted By Felix
Yup, done this myself a few times. I usually use...

Yup, done this myself a few times. I usually use the vacuum pump method as well, but every once in a while the last bit of air won't come out, and then pushing out the air with the lever seems to...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jun-2005, 21:18
Replies: 25
Views: 4,851
Posted By Felix
So, it's a closer that snapped. Hmmm...do the...

So, it's a closer that snapped. Hmmm...do the timing marks on the pulleys still align?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 23-Jun-2005, 15:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,145
Posted By Felix
Know how you feel, Gary. Not fun these highsides,...

Know how you feel, Gary. Not fun these highsides, are they. Hope you heal quickly.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jun-2005, 15:47
Replies: 25
Views: 4,851
Posted By Felix
That's seriously bad news, Mario. :o I don't...

That's seriously bad news, Mario. :o I don't think that a hairline crack in a rocker would significantly affect belt tension, since the pulley don't move in relation to each other. Only the belt...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 22-Jun-2005, 21:00
Replies: 8
Views: 1,243
Posted By Felix
Antonye, make sure you double check the oil pipe...

Antonye, make sure you double check the oil pipe connections once the engine is fully warm. Both Guido and I got bitten by leaky oil cooler lines recently (me more than him). And good luck in the...
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Jun-2005, 20:29
Replies: 12
Views: 1,607
Posted By Felix
I know, I know: NO CHAIN LUBE! It has magically...

I know, I know: NO CHAIN LUBE! It has magically disappeared!:lol:

Sorry, mate, if you're referring to the bent washer, it's meant to be that way. Otherwise, I am as baffled as the others.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jun-2005, 18:49
Replies: 9
Views: 2,698
Posted By Felix
Neil, can't you just give the bearing supplier...

Neil, can't you just give the bearing supplier dimensions? Usually works for the one I use, if I don't have a part number.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Jun-2005, 18:21
Replies: 9
Views: 2,698
Posted By Felix
If you get on to a good local bearing...

If you get on to a good local bearing supplier/distributor they should be able to cross-reference the SKF part numbers for you. Also, have you tried places like B&C Express?
Forum: General Motorcycles only 17-Jun-2005, 18:52
Replies: 12
Views: 3,531
Posted By Felix
Been lusting after one for a while now. Just need...

Been lusting after one for a while now. Just need to get my new garage/workshop built first!:)
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Jun-2005, 21:15
Replies: 31
Views: 6,047
Posted By Felix
Doesn't sound like you need my help, then.

Doesn't sound like you need my help, then.
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Jun-2005, 16:05
Replies: 31
Views: 6,047
Posted By Felix
Very reasonable assumption. However, for the...

Very reasonable assumption. However, for the older, very limited production bikes, many parts are no longer available, especially the ones that weren't common with the street going versions. Some...
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Jun-2005, 15:48
Replies: 31
Views: 6,047
Posted By Felix
Maybe this helps (see attachment). Let me know...

Maybe this helps (see attachment). Let me know what you need.
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Jun-2005, 13:16
Replies: 8
Views: 1,564
Posted By Felix
What displacement does your SPS have?

What displacement does your SPS have?
Forum: 851 / 888 16-Jun-2005, 12:36
Replies: 31
Views: 6,047
Posted By Felix
Robin, do you have any part numbers? What's the...

Robin, do you have any part numbers? What's the engine number? What year was it built? Do you know if it is the same engine spec as a 888R?
Forum: 851 / 888 15-Jun-2005, 17:07
Replies: 5
Views: 1,705
Posted By Felix
Have you tried these guys...

Have you tried these guys (http://www.ricambi-weiss.de/shop/catalog/index.php)? Several members have used them and they seem pretty good quality. Prices aren't bad either:

nose = 40 Euros
seat = 80...
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Jun-2005, 16:52
Replies: 13
Views: 2,491
Posted By Felix
Not sure it's applicable but the factory 999RS...

Not sure it's applicable but the factory 999RS manual recommends (from the crankcase outwards):


Fit the set of clutch plates (18) in the following order:
- 1 sintered plate (A);
- 1 convex plate...
Forum: Monsters 13-Jun-2005, 22:53
Replies: 7
Views: 2,862
Posted By Felix
Quality kit, that. And, being titanium, the pipes...

Quality kit, that. And, being titanium, the pipes will turn a lovely hue of blue after a few miles. Post some pics after fitting.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-Jun-2005, 00:10
Replies: 24
Views: 3,345
Posted By Felix
Something doesn't sound right. I can't believe...

Something doesn't sound right. I can't believe you're running a 260 mm ride height with the rod at the near shortest length.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2005, 18:38
Replies: 24
Views: 3,345
Posted By Felix
Nope, no bollokcs, that.

Nope, no bollokcs, that.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 10-Jun-2005, 15:59
Replies: 38
Views: 3,646
Posted By Felix
Still waiting for Ray to get his finger out!:D;)

Still waiting for Ray to get his finger out!:D;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Jun-2005, 15:31
Replies: 24
Views: 3,345
Posted By Felix
Yes, you got it right. Make sure your measuring...

Yes, you got it right. Make sure your measuring stick is vertical.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2005, 22:28
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Felix
I've got a few steel plates, various thicknesses,...

I've got a few steel plates, various thicknesses, if you're stuck, 12 tooth Ducati ones, that is.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2005, 20:39
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Felix
Actually, I am not surprised by that. I run a...

Actually, I am not surprised by that. I run a whole race with a broken spider spring. The spring gets compressed so much that a break in the ring part of the spring won't affect it too much usually....
Forum: General Motorcycles only 09-Jun-2005, 20:32
Replies: 7
Views: 1,249
Posted By Felix
One thing to remember is that most handling...

One thing to remember is that most handling problems for road bikes are not due to incorrect compression and rebound damping, yet those are the "screws" that fiddled with the most, probably because...
Forum: Shazaam! on Chassis and Suspension 09-Jun-2005, 20:32
Replies: 7
Views: 4,583
Posted By Felix
One thing to remember is that most handling...

One thing to remember is that most handling problems for road bikes are not due to incorrect compression and rebound damping, yet those are the "screws" that fiddled with the most, probably because...
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2005, 13:31
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Felix
Yes, same part number.

Yes, same part number.
Forum: 999 / 749 09-Jun-2005, 13:15
Replies: 16
Views: 2,925
Posted By Felix
Are they the same as the ducati race items? I've...

Are they the same as the ducati race items? I've got one of those.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Jun-2005, 15:43
Replies: 20
Views: 2,596
Posted By Felix
Ah, OK. Don't the know the answer, but mine...

Ah, OK. Don't the know the answer, but mine passed more than once without them. Sounds like you found a scrute who just passed his test!;)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 08-Jun-2005, 14:59
Replies: 20
Views: 2,596
Posted By Felix
Wow, what a write-up! Just about every racer you...

Wow, what a write-up! Just about every racer you care to ask, who has done a season's or so of racing, will have very similar experiences. I know this isn't much of a consolation now, but everyone...
Forum: Monsters 03-Jun-2005, 23:43
Replies: 16
Views: 3,817
Posted By Felix
I know this stuff is highly personal, but IMO the...

I know this stuff is highly personal, but IMO the rounded ends on the Arrow cans go so well with the madness of the S4R.

I thought the slip-om cans fit the stock pipe...
Forum: Monsters 03-Jun-2005, 22:54
Replies: 16
Views: 3,817
Posted By Felix
Go with the Arrows cans. Road legal with...

Go with the Arrows cans. Road legal with removable baffles. If've hear it with the baffles removed and f*ck me, they are LOUD! Even with the baffles in, i.e. road legal, there still very nice.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 03-Jun-2005, 00:14
Replies: 28
Views: 3,861
Posted By Felix
Good to hear you had a good time. And that the...

Good to hear you had a good time. And that the 999 finally came good. Oh, and Lily, it's now official: You are definitely fast enough to race!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 02-Jun-2005, 01:58
Replies: 19
Views: 3,339
Posted By Felix
There is no way I would mount the regulator that...

There is no way I would mount the regulator that far away from the battery. For good reason you want to keep the wires as short as possible. But hey, to each their own.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2005, 15:28
Replies: 19
Views: 3,339
Posted By Felix
Do fit the later style heat sink plate, though.

Do fit the later style heat sink plate, though.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Jun-2005, 12:53
Replies: 19
Views: 3,339
Posted By Felix
Phil, yours is the old style. If you fit a new...

Phil, yours is the old style. If you fit a new style or the RR51 from Electrex, I would also fit the heat sink that the newer bikes have.

Electrex have a nice fault finding chart here...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 01-Jun-2005, 10:23
Replies: 18
Views: 3,560
Posted By Felix
Brogins, I've got some part worn Power Race,...

Brogins, I've got some part worn Power Race, cheap, if you fancy it. It's an absolutely ace tyre! They've done about 20 race laps.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-May-2005, 23:39
Replies: 17
Views: 2,910
Posted By Felix
No worries, Shazaam, just a bit of anorak...

No worries, Shazaam, just a bit of anorak discussion.
Forum: Shazaam! on Brakes, Tyres and Wheels 27-May-2005, 23:39
Replies: 17
Views: 8,197
Posted By Felix
No worries, Shazaam, just a bit of anorak...

No worries, Shazaam, just a bit of anorak discussion.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-May-2005, 19:06
Replies: 17
Views: 2,910
Posted By Felix
Which is true for the vast majority of the time,...

Which is true for the vast majority of the time, wouldn't you say? I don't disagree about cast iron rotors being more brittle, but I don't buy it that it's due to excessive heat. Age would seem to be...
Forum: Shazaam! on Brakes, Tyres and Wheels 27-May-2005, 19:06
Replies: 17
Views: 8,197
Posted By Felix
Which is true for the vast majority of the time,...

Which is true for the vast majority of the time, wouldn't you say? I don't disagree about cast iron rotors being more brittle, but I don't buy it that it's due to excessive heat. Age would seem to be...
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