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Forum: 999 / 749 10-Mar-2005, 15:15
Replies: 28
Views: 3,921
Posted By beancounter
Nice

Nice
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Mar-2005, 15:13
Replies: 28
Views: 3,921
Posted By beancounter
Cool ! Is the Mv a 750 or 1000 ?

Cool !

Is the Mv a 750 or 1000 ?
Forum: 999 / 749 10-Mar-2005, 15:02
Replies: 28
Views: 3,921
Posted By beancounter
Ducsoon I would like to congratulate you on...

Ducsoon

I would like to congratulate you on hitting 85 posts in one month without actually buying a Ducati or joining the club !

Well done (no, really)

Oh....your question - I'm with Jools,...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Mar-2005, 12:52
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By beancounter
I have the same problem on my SPS, but only...

I have the same problem on my SPS, but only occasionally.

If the spring was broken, wouldn't it happen all the time ?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Mar-2005, 13:37
Replies: 12
Views: 3,473
Posted By beancounter
Stop it, the pair of you !

Stop it, the pair of you !
Forum: 851 / 888 04-Mar-2005, 14:07
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By beancounter
Nat, Weights are shown in the geocities link...

Nat,

Weights are shown in the geocities link posted by shmoki.
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 13:32
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By beancounter
Very sleek ! Could anyone technical explain to...

Very sleek !

Could anyone technical explain to me why the 888SPS power of 120bhp is virtually identical to the 916SPS's 119bhp BUT is made 2000 rpm higher (10,600 vs 8,600) ?
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 13:26
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By beancounter
Why not - power and weight are similar I see...

Why not - power and weight are similar

I see your '996' has been dropped TP ?
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 13:18
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By beancounter
Thanks Steve

Thanks Steve
Forum: 851 / 888 02-Mar-2005, 12:31
Replies: 23
Views: 8,090
Posted By beancounter
That's an interesting post Steve Were there any...

That's an interesting post Steve

Were there any figures for 916/996SPS ? (or did the article pre-date these models ?)
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Feb-2005, 12:59
Replies: 40
Views: 9,184
Posted By beancounter
67mm ? Is that a misprint ? If not - wow !!!

67mm ?

Is that a misprint ?

If not - wow !!!
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Feb-2005, 10:46
Replies: 74
Views: 18,480
Posted By beancounter
Good grief, what a load of fuss about sod all...

Good grief, what a load of fuss about sod all !

I said, I'm glad that Tony was pleased with his mods, but in my opinion, Termi's are preferable.

What's elitist about that ? I bet at least 80% of...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 18:39
Replies: 74
Views: 18,480
Posted By beancounter
Tony, glad you're happy with your mods but you...

Tony, glad you're happy with your mods but you may be missing the point............

a) Ducati's are supposed to cost LOTS OF MONEY ! if you want biking on the cheap buy a UJM (then you can also brag...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 15:37
Replies: 2
Views: 1,267
Posted By beancounter
That'll make guest1 laugh I'm sure

That'll make guest1 laugh I'm sure
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Feb-2005, 11:12
Replies: 19
SPS
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Posted By beancounter
This is interesting........ My year 2000 996SPS...

This is interesting........

My year 2000 996SPS is number 1500 (so it says on the little badge on the top yoke) but this would obviously refer to total production - still seems like a lot of...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Feb-2005, 18:35
Replies: 13
Views: 1,738
Posted By beancounter
Rule number 1 : Ducatis are expensive ! (to...

Rule number 1 : Ducatis are expensive ! (to service as well as to buy).

Rule number 2 : it seems even more expensive if you don't use them very much.

So : ride plenty, enjoy, don't worry about the...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 18-Feb-2005, 16:31
Replies: 19
Views: 2,760
Posted By beancounter
Memo to self : Never buy a second hand bike from...

Memo to self :

Never buy a second hand bike from levers
Forum: Monsters 18-Feb-2005, 15:13
Replies: 39
Views: 10,901
Posted By beancounter
Banshee I just read the 'Members who are not...

Banshee

I just read the 'Members who are not real' thread

Now I understand !


[Edited on 18-2-2005 by beancounter]
Forum: Monsters 18-Feb-2005, 13:26
Replies: 39
Views: 10,901
Posted By beancounter
To all the UKMOC people posting here :- What on...

To all the UKMOC people posting here :-

What on earth has happened to the UKMOC site recently ? It used to be an interesting site but seems of late to have been virtually taken over by a number of...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 17-Feb-2005, 13:39
Replies: 41
Views: 6,563
Posted By beancounter
Lord Rattler, I'm beginning to think you may not...

Lord Rattler,

I'm beginning to think you may not have staff at all.........

...........it's 'sous-chef' not 'soux chef' !
Forum: Sport Touring: ST4 / ST3 / ST2 17-Feb-2005, 12:56
Replies: 4
Views: 2,852
Posted By beancounter
I'm no expert, but as far as I know if the...

I'm no expert, but as far as I know if the alternator is loose the corrective action would be to tighten it up again.

Not sure about the throttle bodies though.....
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Feb-2005, 17:31
Replies: 13
Views: 5,106
Posted By beancounter
Lee, I'll have your Senna look-a-like (if my...

Lee, I'll have your Senna look-a-like (if my Spring deal to buy a real one fails to materialise.....)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Feb-2005, 17:29
Replies: 14
Views: 5,386
Posted By beancounter
Good old MCN Quality journalism, as ever Must...

Good old MCN

Quality journalism, as ever

Must rush out and buy 10 copies (not)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Feb-2005, 17:20
Replies: 14
Views: 5,386
Posted By beancounter
Don't get excited, the Webteam will be along to...

Don't get excited, the Webteam will be along to ban it shortly.

Not 'PC'
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Feb-2005, 16:10
Replies: 13
Views: 5,106
Posted By beancounter
Funny, 'cos I like your grey 748s very...

Funny, 'cos I like your grey 748s very much.

Only you and Stevie Wonder would consider changing it for a Multist..... (can't say it)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Feb-2005, 11:39
Replies: 13
Views: 5,106
Posted By beancounter
Have you ever heard the expression "a pig in...

Have you ever heard the expression "a pig in lipstick" ?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Feb-2005, 11:21
Replies: 44
Views: 10,144
Posted By beancounter
Well I would strongly recommend the 996SPS But...

Well I would strongly recommend the 996SPS

But then I would wouldn't I !
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Feb-2005, 18:47
Replies: 2
Views: 1,870
Posted By beancounter
see Iconic's thread "Stunning 900 / Scum...

see Iconic's thread "Stunning 900 / Scum Update"
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Feb-2005, 18:04
Replies: 22
Views: 3,950
Posted By beancounter
Ducsoon, that recommendation is based on...

Ducsoon, that recommendation is based on ...........?

Your personal experience of the 999 range ?

Have you bought one yet ?

btw the superiority of Ohlins suspension is easily apparent on the road.
Forum: 999 / 749 15-Feb-2005, 17:45
Replies: 18
Views: 2,252
Posted By beancounter
Over a grand just to get a frame powder coated...

Over a grand just to get a frame powder coated ?

You must be made of money !
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 09-Feb-2005, 10:40
Replies: 24
Views: 3,063
Posted By beancounter
For heaven's sake Ducsoon, just go and buy a bike...

For heaven's sake Ducsoon, just go and buy a bike and join the club.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 17:01
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
Much appreciate your help Mr Weeks

Much appreciate your help Mr Weeks
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 16:26
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
er......I assume the answer is "Brands"...

er......I assume the answer is "Brands" then ?
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 15:45
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
Dickie you'll still be faster on a monster than...

Dickie you'll still be faster on a monster than me on my SPS, that's why I need professional help (well one of many reasons actually)
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 15:42
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
Lizzie - nice idea and thanks for the...

Lizzie - nice idea and thanks for the thought

But just booked to go away at Easter, also I don't really fancy Rockingham - too many people seem to fall off there !

I've been round Silverstone...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 15:16
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
Weeksy, thanks for that - but where ?...

Weeksy, thanks for that - but where ? Silverstone's 10 minutes from me so I don't have to bother with accomodation etc.
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 08-Feb-2005, 14:59
Replies: 20
Views: 5,761
Posted By beancounter
Gosh I'd like to do this, especially at...

Gosh I'd like to do this, especially at Silverstone (just up the road)......

Is it really worth it ? Levels 1 and 2 will be 600 quid plus two days off work (contracting, so no work = no pay) another...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Feb-2005, 14:38
Replies: 83
Views: 29,259
Posted By beancounter
Mr. Egg, There will always be some demand for...

Mr. Egg,

There will always be some demand for the highest spec models produced by Ducati, latterly the SPS and now R bikes.

However the 'cooking' 999s and 749s have been a huge sales disappointment...
Forum: 999 / 749 07-Feb-2005, 18:10
Replies: 88
Views: 18,812
Posted By beancounter
Spot on Lily. If you want an easy life go buy...

Spot on Lily.

If you want an easy life go buy Jap.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 07-Feb-2005, 18:07
Replies: 83
Views: 29,259
Posted By beancounter
Porsche tried to replace the 911 with the 4...

Porsche tried to replace the 911 with the 4 cylinder and 8 cylinder cars. They were crap and nobody bought them. So they persevered with the 911 and today it is better than ever.

Ducati tried to...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 28-Jan-2005, 15:18
Replies: 10
Views: 3,470
Posted By beancounter
It's actually carbon

It's actually carbon
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jan-2005, 14:01
Replies: 19
Views: 4,362
Posted By beancounter
Couldn't agree more ! Was just trying to add...

Couldn't agree more !

Was just trying to add some info, wasn't trying to be a smart@rse
Forum: General Motorcycles only 28-Jan-2005, 12:40
Replies: 22
Views: 7,053
Posted By beancounter
1500 quid for a single disc on a Monster 620...

1500 quid for a single disc on a Monster 620 !

Bet you're inundated !
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 28-Jan-2005, 10:41
Replies: 19
Views: 4,362
Posted By beancounter
Superlights have the standard 904 engine and...

Superlights have the standard 904 engine and didn't come with carbon exhausts (never mind Termi's) as standard.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 25-Jan-2005, 18:47
Replies: 19
Views: 3,329
Posted By beancounter
I hope those stickers come...

I hope those stickers come off.......................
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Jan-2005, 18:43
Replies: 33
Views: 3,879
Posted By beancounter
That's quality service that is. Hats off to JHP.

That's quality service that is.

Hats off to JHP.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Jan-2005, 15:53
Replies: 47
Views: 8,049
Posted By beancounter
erm..... So then, "no" is the answer...

erm.....

So then, "no" is the answer to the original question
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Jan-2005, 19:02
Replies: 73
Views: 16,685
Posted By beancounter
Hey Jools you're preaching to the converted...

Hey Jools you're preaching to the converted here

(Superlight III no 260)

I say go for it.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 19-Jan-2005, 17:47
Replies: 73
Views: 16,685
Posted By beancounter
Well it seems like they're expecting about 100...

Well it seems like they're expecting about 100 bhp (altough I shudder to think about the cost) but how would you get the weight down to 160kg ? That seems much harder to me.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Jan-2005, 18:33
Replies: 12
Views: 3,598
Posted By beancounter
I've nothing against Hodgson, I just happen to...

I've nothing against Hodgson, I just happen to agree with Fogarty (for once) that he (Hodgson) had very little real competition for the 2003 WSB title.

He was also somewhat fortunate when Walker...
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