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Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 17-Jul-2005, 22:41
Replies: 27
Views: 10,598
Posted By Gizmo
i think its suspension related, only getting...

i think its suspension related, only getting about 100mm of travel but its firming up towards that part of stroke, wondering if fork justs starts to lock as you brake hard then skips across road, its...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 21:30
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
measuring it was why i made the tool thing :) if...

measuring it was why i made the tool thing :) if its 285 = 250 then thats same as Section 8, you can try adjusting tie bar 1 whole turn and see what happens at axle end, 1 turn should be 1.5mm which...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 18:37
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
thanks :)

thanks :)
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 18:36
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
hum, i cant see how it cn be constant, the tool...

hum, i cant see how it cn be constant, the tool fixes to swingarm pivot on frame and increasing tie rod length should lift frame away from swingarm and alter angle tool sits to swingarm, never...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 14:34
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
does the datum tool stay parallel to the...

does the datum tool stay parallel to the swingarm?? if not then distance from swingarm pivot to axle is going to have an impact?
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 17-Jul-2005, 14:32
Replies: 27
Views: 10,598
Posted By Gizmo
its going in week after next to have the 05...

its going in week after next to have the 05 upspec kit fitted, i'm intending to ask them to look at brakes as well. i'm not convinced its the brakes though, more likely fork flex or rotors flexing
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 14:22
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
do you know how long your tie bar is?? I recon...

do you know how long your tie bar is?? I recon the extra 3mm I run adds about 8 - 9 to the actual ride height but its beyond where the threads are meant to insert to in the rod.

i'll jack bike up...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 11:31
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
Harv is sorting a tool out for me but all it will...

Harv is sorting a tool out for me but all it will give is a fixed measuring point which i can then link to the tie bar length ( you need to know that so you don't go past the 285mm max Ducati use)...
Forum: 999 / 749 17-Jul-2005, 10:52
Replies: 12
Views: 2,213
Posted By Gizmo
yes, i made a tie bar measuring tool from a block...

yes, i made a tie bar measuring tool from a block of wood.

remove your tie rod then get a thin piece of wood, punch centre hole at 0, then 285 mm, take a drill same size ( ideally ever so slightly...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Jul-2005, 23:21
Replies: 27
Views: 10,598
Posted By Gizmo
mine is doing the same, ex demo 2000 miles. going...

mine is doing the same, ex demo 2000 miles. going to try lowering rebound first just to see if its packing down at the end of fork stroke as you compress forks from brake force. Has anyone dropped a...
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Jul-2005, 18:32
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
you are making me jealous :)

you are making me jealous :)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Jul-2005, 18:30
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
thats weird, theres no reason to be so far...

thats weird, theres no reason to be so far through and the bike does tip in faster than my 999, seems to make sense to move forks back through, increase ground clearance, slowing down handling.
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 16-Jul-2005, 09:48
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
thanks keefy, mine has all the rings, and a bit...

thanks keefy, mine has all the rings, and a bit more showing, keeps front end low but its a bit sharp handling and I'm touching my toes down in corners.
Forum: 999 / 749 16-Jul-2005, 09:44
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
Glad you got them to fit Keefy, theres no way i...

Glad you got them to fit Keefy, theres no way i could get the rear cover to go in from the back of bike, i'd removed all the pipework just like you, tank etc and even had rear brake resevoir off, the...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 15-Jul-2005, 14:42
Replies: 15
Views: 2,422
Posted By Gizmo
yes, its way better with good base layer. the...

yes, its way better with good base layer. the dainese suit i have is thin and stops suit sticking to you so you can move around which is way more comfortable and you can get it off when you finish...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 13:03
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
you sir, are a sick, sick person :)

you sir, are a sick, sick person :)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 13:02
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
Sounds good, I'll make sure the gags and masks...

Sounds good, I'll make sure the gags and masks are removed. tell her Pebbles has his/her eyes open now and is crawling around.
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 11:54
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
need a new wand :)

need a new wand :)
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 10:29
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
Yup, couldn't resist it, took it out for a test...

Yup, couldn't resist it, took it out for a test ride and decided it was better option than Duke. I'm now looking for a new home, Linzi is not too happy :)

ex demo 05 one at right money so its sat in...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 09:22
Replies: 8
Views: 3,475
Posted By Gizmo
another nice ide spoilt by inability to make...

another nice ide spoilt by inability to make reliable electrics :(, i though the clocks giving all the fuel info was great on the test ride, just what i need for touring. Hate resetting the trip as i...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 15-Jul-2005, 09:17
Replies: 15
Views: 6,241
Posted By Gizmo
Geometry

Does anyone have any base geometry figures for the multi strada?? number of rings showing on forks and rear tie bar length is what I'm after. Mine has all the rings through the fork yokes which seems...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Jul-2005, 23:50
Replies: 42
Views: 5,978
Posted By Gizmo
They stil go for about 13 K new, Italia Moto in...

They stil go for about 13 K new, Italia Moto in Lincoln had one a few months ago as did Duc Man, i was really interested but price stayed at around 13 so i bought a 999S instead for a lot...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 14-Jul-2005, 23:38
Replies: 15
Views: 2,422
Posted By Gizmo
Dainese 1 piece undersuit, knees have soft...

Dainese 1 piece undersuit, knees have soft stretchy bit so it doesn't stick to leathers so its easy to move around, expensive but the best. Alpine stars do a summer use bottoms but its not as good,...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 14-Jul-2005, 22:42
Replies: 8
Views: 3,475
Posted By Gizmo
70 miles and the display shows empty, the light...

70 miles and the display shows empty, the light comes on and the miles to go drops to zero, fill up and it takes 6.2 litres WTF???? guess i'm save working on 9 - 10 miles to the litre then?
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 18:13
Replies: 23
Views: 4,229
Posted By Gizmo
sounds complicated don't suppose you have...

sounds complicated don't suppose you have photos??, take it you just used silicone exhaust sealant to fill it all in??
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 17:33
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
Looking at DPP catalogue the covers they supply...

Looking at DPP catalogue the covers they supply only fit 749/999 pre 04 and 999R up to 03 so i think the 04 999R and all 05 model are different. the covers i bought are a copy of DPP forced air kit...
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 13-Jul-2005, 17:30
Replies: 5
Views: 1,681
Posted By Gizmo
its south for me :)

its south for me :)
Forum: Trackdays & Race Schools 13-Jul-2005, 17:26
Replies: 5
Views: 1,681
Posted By Gizmo
It is, and cheap compared to other circuits. Its...

It is, and cheap compared to other circuits. Its bumpy in places and theres one piece of bumpy tarmac i have target fixation on.
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 17:23
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
Something is, the 05 covers do not fit through...

Something is, the 05 covers do not fit through the gap, i've tried everyway other than removing the airbox.
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 16:25
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
yeah, i could clean all the bolts and hard to...

yeah, i could clean all the bolts and hard to reach bits while i was on :) might be a wee bit expensive if the dealer has to remove the engine to change the belts though :(

can't see a way of...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 15:08
Replies: 20
Views: 3,424
Posted By Gizmo
Did you manage to get them to fit?? i've bought...

Did you manage to get them to fit??

i've bought a set of 05's and am having same problem fitting to my 04 999S, the vertical cover won't go between frame and engine , only way i can see is to remove...
Forum: 999 / 749 13-Jul-2005, 08:29
Replies: 23
Views: 4,229
Posted By Gizmo
I'd thought about getting this done. Did you have...

I'd thought about getting this done. Did you have a new final "Y" piece made? if so who did it please?
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 12-Jul-2005, 21:19
Replies: 8
Views: 3,377
Posted By Gizmo
thanks for the offer Martin, i've already booked...

thanks for the offer Martin, i've already booked a ride at the dealer for later in week, i might even ask for rain :)

i quite like th Duke cos i'm not worried about dropping it, its all cheap and...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 12-Jul-2005, 21:07
Replies: 8
Views: 3,377
Posted By Gizmo
yup, but i need to be able to carry luggage, plus...

yup, but i need to be able to carry luggage, plus superduke only has 70 - 80 mile tank range so you would run out if i was in north west scotland ( my mate has one and loves the bike but hates the...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 12-Jul-2005, 19:41
Replies: 8
Views: 3,377
Posted By Gizmo
multi strada v\'s supermoto

i'm considering swapping my KTM Duke for a multi strada. Already got a 999 for quick A road riding but like having a lighter throw around bike like the KTM for wet, spring/autumn days and more bumpy...
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Jul-2005, 15:21
Replies: 23
Views: 4,229
Posted By Gizmo
is wheel clearance under the can also an issue??...

is wheel clearance under the can also an issue?? if not you could get can and buy 05 link pipes individually
Forum: 999 / 749 12-Jul-2005, 14:49
Replies: 23
Views: 4,229
Posted By Gizmo
not according to DPP parts book, its 04 or...

not according to DPP parts book, its 04 or earlier model 999 specific
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Jul-2005, 19:51
Replies: 89
Views: 23,811
Posted By Gizmo
I'm still 17, its just my body doesn't know that...

I'm still 17, its just my body doesn't know that :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 06-Jul-2005, 12:18
Replies: 89
Views: 23,811
Posted By Gizmo
35 years, memorable ones C50 - first road bike...

35 years,

memorable ones

C50 - first road bike ( not technically a moped but plod never noticed)
BSA Bantam D3 - first pit heap bike when I was 12
Triumph 500 T100SS - built it myself from bits...
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Jul-2005, 22:47
Replies: 13
Views: 2,614
Posted By Gizmo
its ok at its normal size but expanded too hard...

its ok at its normal size but expanded too hard for a s hort a'se like me to stretch around, should be able to fall asleep on it though.
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Jul-2005, 21:59
Replies: 13
Views: 2,614
Posted By Gizmo
i've just put a baglux alpha bag on the tank...

i've just put a baglux alpha bag on the tank ready for our scotland trip this weekend, cant expand it as i cant get to bars, the ducati bag might look odd but maybe it fits tank shape a bit better
Forum: 999 / 749 04-Jul-2005, 14:06
Replies: 23
Views: 2,973
Posted By Gizmo
I've had the rear cylinder misfire exactly as...

I've had the rear cylinder misfire exactly as Henry describes. Check rear coil and plug
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Jul-2005, 21:59
Replies: 8
Views: 2,290
Posted By Gizmo
sorry, didnt read your question fully, the 03...

sorry, didnt read your question fully, the 03 749 S engine is same power output a a 749 dark 04, darks had more basic suspension AIR, check its got all the adjustors might be non adjust rear...
Forum: 999 / 749 01-Jul-2005, 21:55
Replies: 8
Views: 2,290
Posted By Gizmo
i thought base 749 models were the same 03 to 04,...

i thought base 749 models were the same 03 to 04, maybe a few small cosmetic changes, Dseered had an issue with this which is still unresolved. 749 S models do change from 03 / 04, 7 more...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2005, 19:57
Replies: 10
Views: 1,952
Posted By Gizmo
too slow again :( howdie shazaam

too slow again :(
howdie shazaam
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2005, 19:55
Replies: 10
Views: 1,952
Posted By Gizmo
stupid question but have you tried the brembo...

stupid question but have you tried the brembo site??
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2005, 19:35
Replies: 10
Views: 1,952
Posted By Gizmo
its still early in San Diego, give him time for a...

its still early in San Diego, give him time for a Starbucks on PB first :)
Forum: General Motorcycles only 30-Jun-2005, 19:03
Replies: 10
Views: 1,952
Posted By Gizmo
Sorry can't help you on the cylinder bit other...

Sorry can't help you on the cylinder bit other than its to do with the angle the lever pushes the master cylinder, could do with a good reference article to try and understand this a bit better as...
Forum: 999 / 749 29-Jun-2005, 13:30
Replies: 6
Views: 1,953
Posted By Gizmo
Took my 999S brakes apart when i fitted new...

Took my 999S brakes apart when i fitted new tyres, dropped pads out, cleaned with brake cleaner, regreased pads and refitted, took about 20 minutes. Bike had done almost 2000 miles and there was a...
Forum: 999 / 749 28-Jun-2005, 10:51
Replies: 10
Views: 2,576
Posted By Gizmo
Spareshack used to have an online parts price...

Spareshack used to have an online parts price list you could download, open in Acrobat reader then search for the part number. can't see it on their site now though.
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