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Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 25-Oct-2004, 14:32
Replies: 23
Views: 3,815
Posted By Steve M
Mate, I hope it's none, it's what you deserve for...

Mate, I hope it's none, it's what you deserve for putting that many miles on it.
:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 20-Oct-2004, 14:41
Replies: 21
Views: 2,973
Posted By Steve M
Haven't they sorted the problem now? I thought...

Haven't they sorted the problem now? I thought the rockers that are put in as replacements are ok.
Forum: 999 / 749 20-Oct-2004, 12:50
Replies: 17
Views: 3,403
Posted By Steve M
hello there Darth and welcome, there'll be plenty...

hello there Darth and welcome, there'll be plenty of friends on here matey.

Got any piccies of the dark side then?

:burn:

Where are you located?

[Edited on 20-10-2004 by STEVE M]
Forum: 851 / 888 20-Oct-2004, 10:31
Replies: 25
Views: 6,416
Posted By Steve M
welcome mate - what a beaut!!!!:burn:

welcome mate - what a beaut!!!!:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 15-Oct-2004, 14:19
Replies: 17
Views: 3,266
Posted By Steve M
Hi - Southern Comfort & Coke please

Hi - Southern Comfort & Coke please
Forum: 999 / 749 14-Oct-2004, 16:47
Replies: 27
Views: 4,967
Posted By Steve M
All the best with the little one then Mr &...

All the best with the little one then Mr & Mrs Pedro:bouncy:
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Oct-2004, 17:11
Replies: 54
Views: 20,118
Posted By Steve M
Well said Paynep. especially the tyres - control...

Well said Paynep.
especially the tyres - control tyres never suit everyone, eg. I don't like how Michelins give loads of grip, but little warning they are about to run out of grip, whereas with...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 12-Oct-2004, 11:49
Replies: 54
Views: 20,118
Posted By Steve M
I assume the idea is for the series to run for...

I assume the idea is for the series to run for several seasons???

If so it is better to let the newer bikes in from the start, as these will become easier to find second hand (and Cheaper) each...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Oct-2004, 16:27
Replies: 227
Views: 57,249
Posted By Steve M
I know mate , I just meant that if too many mods...

I know mate , I just meant that if too many mods were allowed then the bike would end up costing more than a 900SS which doesn't need the mods, so the whole point of using the 600's would be...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Oct-2004, 16:09
Replies: 227
Views: 57,249
Posted By Steve M
Agree with very limited mods. If too many are...

Agree with very limited mods.
If too many are allowed, then you might as well use 900SS's - no ground clearance problems and fully adjustable suspension etc. without spending anything.

Any exhaust,...
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Oct-2004, 14:08
Replies: 227
Views: 57,249
Posted By Steve M
:o

:o
Forum: DesmoDue - General Questions and Chat 07-Oct-2004, 13:51
Replies: 227
Views: 57,249
Posted By Steve M
Great idea Best of luck with it Brings back...

Great idea
Best of luck with it

Brings back memories of the Pro Am series, but with Dukes.
Will be good to watch.

:burn:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 06-Oct-2004, 09:47
Replies: 39
Views: 5,195
Posted By Steve M
Ouch indeed!!! Keep it the same colour, it's a...

Ouch indeed!!!
Keep it the same colour, it's a bit different that way. Looks good too.
:)
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 05-Oct-2004, 15:03
Replies: 41
Views: 12,065
Posted By Steve M
Jools, you are not alone, your thoughts are...

Jools, you are not alone, your thoughts are almost identical to mine.:burn:
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 04-Oct-2004, 16:53
Replies: 41
Views: 12,065
Posted By Steve M
duff duff duff duff duff duff duff duff BANG! ...

duff duff duff duff duff duff duff duff BANG! hello con rod, what are you doing out here?
Forum: 851 / 888 01-Oct-2004, 15:43
Replies: 6
Views: 2,731
Posted By Steve M
£2000!!!!!! No wonder you're smilling:D Very...

£2000!!!!!!
No wonder you're smilling:D

Very nice.
Forum: Tyres 29-Sep-2004, 17:37
Replies: 17
Views: 5,045
Posted By Steve M
That sounds pretty good to me. But what about the...

That sounds pretty good to me.
But what about the very high corner speeds GP125 bikes can achieve with very small contact areas? Are the forces in cornering lower than accellaration forces to the...
Forum: Tyres 29-Sep-2004, 16:12
Replies: 17
Views: 5,045
Posted By Steve M
Shazzam There seems to be 2 thoughts on how a...

Shazzam

There seems to be 2 thoughts on how a tyre grips.

The CoF between tyre and road

or -

that the tyre and road interlock with each other.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 23-Sep-2004, 14:12
Replies: 4
Views: 2,055
Posted By Steve M
And while on the subject of problems, we seem to...

And while on the subject of problems, we seem to hear lots about the 4 valve bikes but not the 2 valve ones. eg chrome flaking on rockers etc.
Are there problems which are common to the 2 valve...
Forum: 999 / 749 22-Sep-2004, 17:43
Replies: 33
Views: 6,094
Posted By Steve M
Me jealous? nooooooooo. Well, yes, very...

Me jealous? nooooooooo.
Well, yes, very actually.
Glad it's as good as you'd hoped.
:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 01-Sep-2004, 09:53
Replies: 41
Views: 7,173
Posted By Steve M
Just read Shazaam's post, and if ever there was a...

Just read Shazaam's post, and if ever there was a post that should be kept at the top of the tech section list it's this one - so much good stuff in there. And this is a very often asked question, so...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 18-Aug-2004, 12:52
Replies: 11
Views: 2,119
Posted By Steve M
Doesn't the R come with light wheels as standard,...

Doesn't the R come with light wheels as standard, or a least lighter than an S?
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 17-Aug-2004, 16:40
Replies: 21
Views: 2,682
Posted By Steve M
zero:)

zero:)
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 11-Aug-2004, 14:33
Replies: 3
Views: 1,316
Posted By Steve M
On my SS it was the semi floating pins sticking -...

On my SS it was the semi floating pins sticking - I just spun the wheel and tapped the disc (gently) with a wooden mallet. Problem has never returned.
Though it could be a fair few other things of...
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Aug-2004, 16:02
Replies: 28
Views: 3,400
Posted By Steve M
Oh yes - you do need to want/like a Yellow bike...

Oh yes - you do need to want/like a Yellow bike and if it' red now, then any stone chips would look terrible. so maybe not a Chilli rep.


Hello Dibble - you and your posts are missed:(
Forum: 999 / 749 06-Aug-2004, 15:52
Replies: 28
Views: 3,400
Posted By Steve M
Frankie Chilli rep - I know he doesn't use the...

Frankie Chilli rep - I know he doesn't use the 999 much (never) but the paint scheme is superb, as it is on his 998.:burn:
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 03-Aug-2004, 17:47
Replies: 7
Views: 3,482
Posted By Steve M
With a black Corse sticker each side of the head...

With a black Corse sticker each side of the head light so it looks like a face.

I think I may be losing the plot - Baylissboy might be right after all.:lol:

If they don't make a Yellow one I'll...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 03-Aug-2004, 17:12
Replies: 7
Views: 3,482
Posted By Steve M
I'm waiting for the yellow one.:sing::burn:

I'm waiting for the yellow one.:sing::burn:
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 03-Aug-2004, 14:52
Replies: 5
Views: 3,114
Posted By Steve M
No problem. Just let me know if you need them. I...

No problem. Just let me know if you need them. I don't mind helping with the fitting (bodging) if nothing else turns up.:burn:

An as is always the case, 2 weeks ago Jools put a post up about MS...
Forum: Multistrada: Enduro / Pikes Peak / V4 / V2 / 1260 / 1200 / 1100 / 1000 03-Aug-2004, 14:14
Replies: 5
Views: 3,114
Posted By Steve M
If you can't sort anything for the trip I have a...

If you can't sort anything for the trip I have a set of Givi Monokey top box and paniers that you could borrow, they were fitted to my FJ1200 and there is also a universal fitting kit which a mate...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Aug-2004, 17:44
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Steve M
Mine is well hidden - reservoir under the seat...

Mine is well hidden - reservoir under the seat and the exhaust hides the other end. It's just that I can't get it to lube as well as I'd expect.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Aug-2004, 13:21
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Steve M
More than yours:lol:

More than yours:lol:
Forum: General Motorcycles only 02-Aug-2004, 13:01
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Steve M
Scottoiler

Does anyone find it difficult to get the Scottoiler to lubricate the whole chain?
I had one a few years ago with the single feed tube, this lubricated the rollers ok but didn't do the side plates...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 29-Jul-2004, 10:36
Replies: 24
Views: 6,041
Posted By Steve M
The Foggy reps were a higher spec 916 sps and...

The Foggy reps were a higher spec 916 sps and were called a 916 sps - though they had a 996 engine and a wider frame for the new airbox(I think - Baylissboy will confirm):)

[Edited on 29-7-2004 by...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 26-Jul-2004, 15:39
Replies: 14
Views: 2,549
Posted By Steve M
:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 23-Jul-2004, 15:25
Replies: 12
Views: 2,897
Posted By Steve M
I don't know when you're thinking of doing the...

I don't know when you're thinking of doing the charity run, but if you could manage to arrange it for the same weekend as the Congleton mega meet and call in, then I would think a good collection...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Jul-2004, 13:33
Replies: 10
Views: 3,426
Posted By Steve M
That's how it feels to me too, like it flaps but...

That's how it feels to me too, like it flaps but not too bad. The 900's do have different suspension though - fully adjustable, and I've changed the rear spring for a Maxton one. A steering damper...
Forum: General Motorcycles only 23-Jul-2004, 13:14
Replies: 10
Views: 3,426
Posted By Steve M
My 900SSie does not like squared of tyres one...

My 900SSie does not like squared of tyres one bit, the stabilty just disappears. Never felt the need for a steering damper though, it can get a bit lively but soon sorts itself out, even that bump on...
Forum: 999 / 749 23-Jul-2004, 11:14
Replies: 17
Views: 2,763
Posted By Steve M
Jools - have to agree. After testing a MS,...

Jools - have to agree.
After testing a MS, within days a letter popped through my door offering me £500 worth of DP goodies, this on top of 0% credit and as well as what I could get out of the...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 22-Jul-2004, 10:21
Replies: 12
Views: 2,897
Posted By Steve M
14 tooth seems be the option for most dukes -...

14 tooth seems be the option for most dukes - 996, 900ss etc, and made a big difference to my SS. Why do they overgear them all:puzzled:

The trip sounds like a good excuse for a BIG post to me, go...
Forum: 999 / 749 21-Jul-2004, 17:46
Replies: 7
Views: 1,713
Posted By Steve M
There is a problem with 749's stalling - have a...

There is a problem with 749's stalling - have a look on earlier posts in the tech section.
Your dealer WILL know about this - who is it?

And welcome to the board.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 16-Jul-2004, 14:10
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By Steve M
If only!!! Think I would go for the Ducati...

If only!!!

Think I would go for the Ducati Manual rather than Haynes.
Forum: General Motorcycles only 16-Jul-2004, 13:49
Replies: 18
Views: 4,635
Posted By Steve M
Does the RC30 need a stamped zorst or were they...

Does the RC30 need a stamped zorst or were they made before the cut off date? (don't know when it was):puzzled:
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jul-2004, 12:06
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By Steve M
err, that's one for matey boy then (it might have...

err, that's one for matey boy then (it might have to be a supersized Big Mac meal with extra sides - see above)

thanks Nelly.
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jul-2004, 10:49
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By Steve M
looks like time to get a manual and get my hands...

looks like time to get a manual and get my hands dirty!

If I get stuck I'll just pester my *mate, he's a bit of a whizz with engine management type thingywotzits. ( *you know who you are, and can...
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 15-Jul-2004, 09:49
Replies: 7
Views: 2,096
Posted By Steve M
Self service

Anyone do their own servicing on the SSie bikes?

I don't really need to pay someone to tighten the chain and change the oil etc, but there are a few areas I'm not sure about - like -

are there...
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 17:36
Replies: 31
Views: 4,478
Posted By Steve M
not in keeping with the bike - if it doesn't need...

not in keeping with the bike - if it doesn't need it, don't have it.
minimalist is best.:bouncy:
Forum: 998 / 996 / 916 / 748 08-Jul-2004, 16:40
Replies: 11
Views: 2,309
Posted By Steve M
My 900SSie only has mph?

My 900SSie only has mph?
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 08-Jul-2004, 09:10
Replies: 5
Views: 3,000
Posted By Steve M
Which are you using, the flip or double? How...

Which are you using, the flip or double?
How effective is it?
Thanks.
Steve:sing:
Forum: Supersports: SS / SuperSport / Supersport 950 07-Jul-2004, 13:25
Replies: 1
Views: 2,529
Posted By Steve M
SSie track bodywork.

Anyone know if trackday bodywork is available for SSie models?
Not after any yet, it's just something I'm looking into at the moment for next year.:sing:
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