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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Feb-2004, 09:55
Replies: 3
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Posted By ziggi
vertical, both wheels on floor.

vertical, both wheels on floor.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2004, 18:27
Replies: 5
Views: 2,036
Posted By ziggi
... and maybe also condensation in one pipe...

... and maybe also condensation in one pipe rather than the other. I have noticed it more on cold mornings.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 21-Feb-2004, 18:26
Replies: 5
Views: 2,036
Posted By ziggi
is this once the bike has warmed up or just after...

is this once the bike has warmed up or just after start-up (and for about 10 mins)?

If it's on start-up, most 748-996 do this. Something to do with the oil taking longer to get to the rear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-Feb-2004, 22:22
Replies: 9
Views: 2,140
Posted By ziggi
unless ...

... you've got a 998 where there is one bracket (or part of the belly pan as a bracket) which connects to the left hand side threaded hole at the back/bottom of the engine.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Feb-2004, 10:06
Replies: 16
Views: 3,160
Posted By ziggi
Good thinking Nelly. I also heard of other people...

Good thinking Nelly. I also heard of other people buying supposedly genuine levers for Dukes and Aprillias from ebay and they were pattern parts.

Do a search on here for 'levers' and see...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Feb-2004, 16:03
Replies: 16
Views: 3,160
Posted By ziggi
Hello, I'm not expert but if you have some...

Hello, I'm not expert but if you have some proof that the dealer has sold you the bike with the wrong brake fluid and that it caused the accident, you've probably got a good case to sue...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jan-2004, 10:48
Replies: 3
Views: 1,674
Posted By ziggi
The sticker may be completely intact and still...

The sticker may be completely intact and still have a different chip. The stickers get replaced on the CPU.

To check if your chip has been changed:
1. Open up the seat unit
2. Locate the silver CPU...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jan-2004, 15:18
Replies: 5
Views: 1,811
Posted By ziggi
that will be fine. Will be much more lively after...

that will be fine. Will be much more lively after that. You speedo and odo will not be affected. They are not governed by the gearing.

You'll probably find 10 mph off the top end with that setup.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 27-Dec-2003, 17:04
Replies: 2
Views: 2,561
Posted By ziggi
Mike, I recently replaced c&s with gold did...

Mike,

I recently replaced c&s with gold did 525 erv chain, replaced standard 15t front with new 15t front and 38T rear with STM quick change carrier. I lost about 5 mph off top end and better...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 28-Nov-2003, 10:38
Replies: 13
Views: 2,948
Posted By ziggi
ignore me :) [Edited on 28-11-2003 by ziggi]

ignore me :)

[Edited on 28-11-2003 by ziggi]
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 24-Nov-2003, 12:36
Replies: 9
Views: 2,628
Posted By ziggi
4. the little gold fairing screws are torx...

4. the little gold fairing screws are torx screws. A little torx allen key is included in the tool kit. No hex allen key will fit, unless someone has decided to try and fit one and hence knackered...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Nov-2003, 10:20
Replies: 14
Views: 4,476
Posted By ziggi
I\'ve seen low readings like that ...

If you're doing small trips, caning it down the dual carriageway.

I reguarly get only 90 miles till light on and concure with 20 miles reserve.

My bike runs quite rich due to chip installed...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-Sep-2003, 11:03
Replies: 13
Views: 3,653
Posted By ziggi
my 996S had low speed popping etc with standard...

my 996S had low speed popping etc with standard cans but only after my 1st year 4000 mile service. Don't know what they did (shims I think) but it was 10 times worse after that. 50mm open race...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Aug-2003, 14:07
Replies: 5
Views: 2,369
Posted By ziggi
I fitted an ally subframe to by 996S bip. It was...

I fitted an ally subframe to by 996S bip. It was an ally sub frame for P8 (bigger with 3 mounting points) computer, mine having a 1.6M computer (smaller with 4 mounting points).

So if you've...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Aug-2003, 13:30
Replies: 5
Views: 2,260
Posted By ziggi
like weeksy said, tyres first. Diablos sound very...

like weeksy said, tyres first. Diablos sound very good in the reviews.

Braided lines and Carbon Lorraine SBK3 pads.

2 up on the rear (and a new chain and front sprocket if you can afford...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Aug-2003, 13:22
Replies: 23
Views: 4,137
Posted By ziggi
couldn't agree more with you pguenet! Most...

couldn't agree more with you pguenet! Most of us find out the hard way. Oh, ok it's only me then :D
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 10-Aug-2003, 17:23
Replies: 23
Views: 4,137
Posted By ziggi
what I meant was ...

that it looked like it was on from the start of it's life. ie: 2500 miles.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Aug-2003, 15:26
Replies: 23
Views: 4,137
Posted By ziggi
I had a look at the 996R in P&H

and in my opinion, it's a minter. The rear is a 180 supercorsa which looks to be squared off (original tyre). The previous owner never had it to the edges or anywhere near.

Col, I'd buy it...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 16-Jul-2003, 10:01
Replies: 10
Views: 4,176
Posted By ziggi
I had the same problem a year ago ...

.... and it also happened after my first service. They adjusted the mixture and CO levels and then it was crap at low speed.

Took it to Sigma Performance and got FIM Ultimap. Runs rich now but never...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Jul-2003, 11:20
Replies: 10
Views: 4,032
Posted By ziggi
The chrome look you're mentioning is...

The chrome look you're mentioning is probably polishing. I had my ally marchesini wheels wet sprayed gold in the centre and polished rims. Cost £135 per wheel + VAT + tyre fitting + balancing....
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-Jun-2003, 10:45
Replies: 46
Views: 117,240
Posted By ziggi
chillo, I feel for you ...

... this must be the biggest let down ever. I can't imagine spending all the money on a 998R and it not working properly, and it seems like you've done all you can. Surely you've got...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Jun-2003, 14:21
Replies: 11
Views: 3,818
Posted By ziggi
hmmm, strong, probably not ...

... but how strong do you need it. It's not load bearing at all. £117.00 at tecmoto and he had about 10. Go there and have a feel.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 05-Jun-2003, 22:06
Replies: 11
Views: 3,818
Posted By ziggi
I\'ve got one ...

and got it from Tecmoto. I needed to fit a mono one when fitting the ally sub frame. Was perfect fit, had to take all the rubber fittings from the other one but no probs otherwise
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 30-May-2003, 16:24
Replies: 9
Views: 4,069
Posted By ziggi
you won\'t need to touch the lock

but you will need a fitting kit to make sure the seat fits properly.

There's loads of previous threads on this but here's the main steps:

* Remove your Bip seat unit
* Remove the rear...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-May-2003, 11:08
Replies: 3
Views: 3,858
Posted By ziggi
nope ...

after reading the posts on this site I just paid the extra and went straight for FIM
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 19-May-2003, 09:48
Replies: 3
Views: 3,858
Posted By ziggi
I thought about doing this to my 996S

... but after visiting Sigma Performance I was persaded not to. I fitted 50mm carbon race cans and the UM239 chip. This made loads of difference across the range. Rideablity was much improved.

I...
Forum: Tyres 15-May-2003, 10:34
Replies: 11
Views: 8,400
Posted By ziggi
the poll is limited ...

... to 10 items. I forgot about Michelin:(

but I guess that most would have chosen other for Michelin.
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 14-May-2003, 16:44
Replies: 6
Views: 4,702
Posted By ziggi
nah!

spent the money on DSC membership. Better than Haynes :D
Forum: Tyres 14-May-2003, 16:26
Replies: 11
Views: 8,400
Posted By ziggi
topped ....
Forum: Tyres 14-May-2003, 11:36
Replies: 11
Views: 8,400
Posted By ziggi
Tyres Poll

So we've all been talking about it. Let see what tyres are most popular :cool:

Choose the current set of tyres from the above list on your main Ducati bike! You can only have 10 items so if...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2003, 12:08
Replies: 16
Views: 7,496
Posted By ziggi
I see what you mean

and they do look like standard 45mm pipes. It's possible that the mono 748 had an exhaust shield with those mounting brackets in your first pic. The second pic shows the mixer with the standard...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 13-May-2003, 11:58
Replies: 6
Views: 4,702
Posted By ziggi
cheers for that

:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 12-May-2003, 22:49
Replies: 6
Views: 4,702
Posted By ziggi
Clocks removal - how?

I'm trying to fit a new clock surround. To do this I need to remove the tacho and temp. I can remove the tacho easily but the rest is just a mistery.

Anyone know what I need to remove? Maybe...
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