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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Nov-2006, 00:12
Replies: 8
Views: 2,713
Posted By nelly
Try listening to the motor with the clutch pulled...

Try listening to the motor with the clutch pulled in. This will remove most of the primary gear noise making any bottom end noises more apparent.
If the clutch is really rattly, then it may be worn...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Nov-2006, 22:30
Replies: 8
Views: 2,713
Posted By nelly
As said above, the motors are pretty strong...

As said above, the motors are pretty strong providing they have been looked after. I know of quite a few with 30k + on them and still sweet.
The flip side is that i've done big ends at...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Nov-2006, 15:48
Replies: 13
Views: 3,961
Posted By nelly
You can buy new bobbins, circlips and shims from...

You can buy new bobbins, circlips and shims from Grand Prix Racewear (brembo importers).
Worth replacing the lot IMO if you're stripping them. The circlips are a definate though.
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 18-Nov-2006, 11:10
Replies: 10
Views: 5,625
Posted By nelly
Changes in quality from the factory, improvements...

Changes in quality from the factory, improvements in parts and application of common sense appear to be the most obvious.
The details are filtering through so should start to make sense soon. Not...
Forum: Monsters 18-Nov-2006, 10:55
Replies: 5
Views: 4,802
Posted By nelly
Have you tried playing with the gearing? How...

Have you tried playing with the gearing? How often do you max it out in top? If not that often, lower the gearing for more midrange punch ;)
Engine wise, easiest, and probably best bang per £ is a...
Forum: 1198 / 1098 / 848 18-Nov-2006, 09:34
Replies: 10
Views: 5,625
Posted By nelly
There's no specific info available yet, but as...

There's no specific info available yet, but as with all the 2007 model range, service costs are approx. 1/2 of what they were on a comparable 999.
The timings are 12 months or 7500 miles, but much...
Forum: DSC & Ducati Events 16-Nov-2006, 22:37
Replies: 23
Views: 8,006
Posted By nelly
The rail link to the EICMA from the airport is...

The rail link to the EICMA from the airport is the easiest and cheapest route. The metro into Milan is peanuts if a little confusing to begin with. Good fun though :)
The 1098 is stunning in the...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Nov-2006, 22:32
Replies: 11
Views: 4,006
Posted By nelly
There is/was a comprehensive kit available from...

There is/was a comprehensive kit available from Ducati which gave up about 140bhp. Not cheap though.
You can also go the big bore route using 100mm pistons.
Exhausts, cams etc. are all available to....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Nov-2006, 08:58
Replies: 4
Views: 2,002
Posted By nelly
If it is the adjuster, it's just wear. It's...

If it is the adjuster, it's just wear. It's plastic on a metal thread. Doubt the TPS is the problem.
throttle bodies should swap over. Blob of silicon is easier ;)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Nov-2006, 21:31
Replies: 4
Views: 2,002
Posted By nelly
Have a look at the white adjuster on the throttle...

Have a look at the white adjuster on the throttle linkage. Over time they can work loose and turn on their own. This can push the throttle open or catch on the throttle body. Once it's balanced,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Nov-2006, 15:26
Replies: 7
Views: 2,435
Posted By nelly
Usually just the mains. If the motor is still...

Usually just the mains. If the motor is still running, it'll generally keep pressure to the big ends. The mains rely more on splash feed.
If a motor comes apart, it's worth fitting new shells anyhow....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Nov-2006, 12:03
Replies: 7
Views: 2,435
Posted By nelly
TP's right. Generally the mains are pretty...

TP's right. Generally the mains are pretty robust, but if it's been on it's side with the motor running then they can fail
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Nov-2006, 14:22
Replies: 10
Views: 4,181
Posted By nelly
That part number is off the list now. In 2003 it...

That part number is off the list now. In 2003 it looked like it was a DP part??

Not that cold yet. It's a sunny day and the shutters wide open :)

We're tuff up norf ya know :lol:
Forum: 851 / 888 03-Nov-2006, 13:32
Replies: 10
Views: 4,181
Posted By nelly
Nat, if it's part number 87710441B, then it's...

Nat, if it's part number 87710441B, then it's used on the 888SP5
Forum: General Motorcycles only 31-Oct-2006, 12:26
Replies: 7
Views: 2,976
Posted By nelly
Wouldn't suggest it. There's only a 0.5mm wear...

Wouldn't suggest it. There's only a 0.5mm wear limit on them when new.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 30-Oct-2006, 09:32
Replies: 29
Views: 7,103
Posted By nelly
Top night :) I have a feeling there's been a day...

Top night :) I have a feeling there's been a day gone by between then and now but i'm at a loss to as where it went ;)
Congratualtions to the award winners, especially Fordie. Right award for all the...
Forum: 851 / 888 23-Oct-2006, 11:52
Replies: 16
Views: 5,940
Posted By nelly
The bearings sit up against a spacer that runs in...

The bearings sit up against a spacer that runs in between them. Make sure this isn't trapped.
Also check the spacer on the left hand side is the correct way round, taper inwards.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Oct-2006, 11:50
Replies: 13
Views: 3,504
Posted By nelly
From experience, i'd suggest going to a dealer...

From experience, i'd suggest going to a dealer and measure the shims you're buying with the same equipment as you've measured your existing ones with.
I've sent shims out mail order only to get a...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Oct-2006, 13:26
Replies: 12
Views: 3,644
Posted By nelly
The paint i use is Sperex casing paint. Prep is...

The paint i use is Sperex casing paint. Prep is the key though.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Oct-2006, 13:07
Replies: 9
Views: 2,718
Posted By nelly
Bolds is right. The early type has been...

Bolds is right. The early type has been superceded and type B is now supplied with a new connector you need to fit to the existing wire.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2006, 17:01
Replies: 9
Views: 3,195
Posted By nelly
The slave cylinders are renowed for leaking....

The slave cylinders are renowed for leaking. Sounds like that is your problem. When you pull the lever in you'll probably hear a squelching noise from behind the sprocket cover. You'll also see fluid...
Forum: Monsters 20-Oct-2006, 16:34
Replies: 15
Views: 5,416
Posted By nelly
I'm not 100% but i think you'll have problems...

I'm not 100% but i think you'll have problems with both. The main point that springs to mind is the clutch actuation on the later bikes is via the slave being on the LHS like the rest of the range....
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Oct-2006, 14:56
Replies: 20
Views: 5,572
Posted By nelly
Well done fella :)

Well done fella :)
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 20-Oct-2006, 14:49
Replies: 26
Views: 5,646
Posted By nelly
"Additional seat brackets may be added and...

"Additional seat brackets may be added and original brackets may be removed. Bolt-on accessories to the rear sub-frame may be removed."

As far as i can see that clears the issue of removing the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Oct-2006, 17:30
Replies: 17
Views: 3,469
Posted By nelly
There's still one listed in the DP catalogue. You...

There's still one listed in the DP catalogue. You could try Sandbar to.
Forum: Monsters 15-Oct-2006, 14:11
Replies: 16
Views: 5,866
Posted By nelly
pick ups and ignition units are notoriously...

pick ups and ignition units are notoriously fragile on them. Pull the plugs and see if both are giving strong sparks.
Forum: 851 / 888 14-Oct-2006, 10:54
Replies: 9
Views: 4,255
Posted By nelly
The Abba stand is a personal favourite. Chock...

The Abba stand is a personal favourite. Chock under the engine and you can get both ends stripped bar taking the swingarm off completely.
Forum: Tyres 13-Oct-2006, 10:07
Replies: 4
Views: 3,194
Posted By nelly
I've got 4 or 5 customers running on either road...

I've got 4 or 5 customers running on either road or race attacks, with very good feedback. Grip, feedback and wear get compared to Diablo quite often.
The guy next door to me is a Conti fitting...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Oct-2006, 10:21
Replies: 5
Views: 1,624
Posted By nelly
I'm not sure of the spec's but apparently you can...

I'm not sure of the spec's but apparently you can use the 'prillia RSV rear caliper and master cylinder. Both use bigger piston sizes. I'd guess the rear caliper is a 34mm (ST?) rather than 32mm and...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Oct-2006, 11:14
Replies: 14
Views: 4,301
Posted By nelly
You'd need the race hub and axle assembly off an...

You'd need the race hub and axle assembly off an RS or such like. Pretty rare to come across and very expensive unfortunately.
Check the front to as the race wheels are different to road items....
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Oct-2006, 16:04
Replies: 6
Views: 2,605
Posted By nelly
The most probable cause is the clutch is dirty,...

The most probable cause is the clutch is dirty, full of dust. Take it apart, clean it out and the plates with brake cleaner and reassemble. It's not difficult. 30 minutes tops.

The only other...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2006, 21:40
Replies: 12
Views: 4,521
Posted By nelly
If replacing the coil/plug caps hasn't or doesn't...

If replacing the coil/plug caps hasn't or doesn't sort it, then the error Bolds mentioned could be the cause. It's the crank sensor, just to the left of the water pump housing in the alternator cover.
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Oct-2006, 15:23
Replies: 6
Views: 2,253
Posted By nelly
Yuasa part number is YT12B-BS. You should be able...

Yuasa part number is YT12B-BS. You should be able to cross reference that across other ranges.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 04-Oct-2006, 09:37
Replies: 4
Views: 2,086
Posted By nelly
Red face 998 BP and S were 998cc's. The 998R was...

998 BP and S were 998cc's. The 998R was 999cc's

the 999's were 998cc's apart from the R to..........????
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 28-Sep-2006, 15:10
Replies: 2
Views: 3,757
Posted By nelly
I'd go for something like the Datatool system4...

I'd go for something like the Datatool system4 2-1 upgrade. This upgrades the existing immobiliser to a Cat 1 standard, ie it offers audible and visual alarms.
With most new bikes being OE fitted...
Forum: 851 / 888 25-Sep-2006, 11:13
Replies: 9
Views: 3,438
Posted By nelly
I've got 4 originals in stock. Doesn't appear...

I've got 4 originals in stock. Doesn't appear they are obsolete as they are still on the catalogue? It's just that the bike isn't. The SP5 is though and that used black ones to i think?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Sep-2006, 09:37
Replies: 16
Views: 4,501
Posted By nelly
Probably. The decals were supplied in a pack for...

Probably. The decals were supplied in a pack for fitment by the dealer so they all tend to be slightly different
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Sep-2006, 09:21
Replies: 8
Views: 2,352
Posted By nelly
You'll most certainly need a puller of some sorts...

You'll most certainly need a puller of some sorts as the magnets are pretty strong. There's also a bead of sealant holding it in place.
Have you removed the screw from behind the clutch slave...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Sep-2006, 19:27
Replies: 5
Views: 2,583
Posted By nelly
There are a couple of points were you can get a...

There are a couple of points were you can get a leak around there. Not common but it happens.
The two bosses that the hoses screw onto. Check they are tight. If need be, take them out, ptfe tape the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2006, 11:55
Replies: 6
Views: 2,170
Posted By nelly
The bolt heads are 14mm. The thread is M12 x 1.25.

The bolt heads are 14mm. The thread is M12 x 1.25.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-Sep-2006, 10:53
Replies: 6
Views: 2,170
Posted By nelly
33Nm :) tighten one up then the other, then go...

33Nm :) tighten one up then the other, then go back and do them again so as to make sure they are both done up correctly.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 09-Sep-2006, 13:59
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By nelly
Have you picked out the wire retaining ring? It...

Have you picked out the wire retaining ring? It sits in a groove just above the seal.
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 05-Sep-2006, 18:23
Replies: 41
Views: 8,048
Posted By nelly
A bit late but crongratulations to you both. I...

A bit late but crongratulations to you both. I got the news from Phil, but heard nothing about the 620 class being tied up.
Well done to the both of you.

Have a JD on me :)

neil
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Aug-2006, 13:01
Replies: 4
Views: 1,854
Posted By nelly
Yep. The rearmost pipe is the return or...

Yep. The rearmost pipe is the return or "in" at the fuel pump connector.
They are usually coloured black and white and fit into the same coloured connectors on the pump housing.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2006, 21:51
Replies: 11
Views: 3,120
Posted By nelly
:lol:

:lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Aug-2006, 19:49
Replies: 11
Views: 3,120
Posted By nelly
You use the plate and nut off the later bikes...

You use the plate and nut off the later bikes with the switch on the stand. Costs about a fiver for the pair :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 27-Aug-2006, 00:42
Replies: 10
Views: 3,281
Posted By nelly
The one on the left looks like a standard item,...

The one on the left looks like a standard item, on a steel plate (try a magnet) and the one on the right is a Surflex carbon item.
The Surflex is an upgrade over stock. Higher friction material, so...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 25-Aug-2006, 09:59
Replies: 16
Views: 5,382
Posted By nelly
If i keep him talking long enough, he'll not...

If i keep him talking long enough, he'll not realise his chairs gone and end up on his **** :)
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Aug-2006, 23:21
Replies: 113
Views: 35,128
Posted By nelly
Ok. Since this is a “public forum”,...

Ok. Since this is a “public forum”, I’ll have my say. What started out as a question about “where can I get my bike serviced” has now evolved into an, in my opinion,...
Forum: 999 / 749 11-Aug-2006, 14:34
Replies: 113
Views: 35,128
Posted By nelly
The price I quoted was off the Ducati price...

The price I quoted was off the Ducati price schedule, that all service outlets use, or are supposed to. As mentioned before, it is a maximum. I don't make these up, it's what i get from Ducati.
I was...
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