tez996, yep you're quite right, but on the bmw i have now i can easily lock the back wheel on the rear brake. Can't ever remember doing that on the Duke's even in a panic.
Kevin,
I'll be back on a duke fairly soon. getting the need for speed...
Posted a picture of my old 748/853 with the mag arm. It's a better picture than the one on the 998R
See you soon
Dean