Ducati Riders

[NoLogicOne]

Let's go.....

[red rocket]

Originally posted by cagiva03@Mar 29 2006, 12:50 AM

Onz lar! my run-in finishing soon!!!!

Join us if you are free that day

[cagiva03]

When wil the session be??? I wanna break my 1min 50 secs barrier....Let see whether if this Duke will be able to help me with it or not!!! i have been stuck with 1min 55 sec for a long time with my 600 already, lets hope this will turn out well. i am getting fed up also, never improve somemore. haigzzz.....

 

this time round the race teach tires should help me a bit, compared to my previous Diablo Corsa!

[-tRuSt-]

other then minevra n diy, where do u guys do ur oil change at? any shops to intro?

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by [-tRuSt-]@Apr 1 2006, 07:45 PM

other then minevra n diy, where do u guys do ur oil change at? any shops to intro?

Any shop can do your oil change, but do go to a reputable one.

 

Btw, Testastretta riders, did you notice if theres an oil screen? I had one on my monster, but there wasn't one on my SBK. I unscrewed the big allen bolt thingy near the oil level window, but there wasn't a screen behind it..

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by cagiva03@Mar 31 2006, 01:41 AM

When wil the session be??? I wanna break my 1min 50 secs barrier....Let see whether if this Duke will be able to help me with it or not!!! i have been stuck with 1min 55 sec for a long time with my 600 already, lets hope this will turn out well. i am getting fed up also, never improve somemore. haigzzz.....

 

this time round the race teach tires should help me a bit, compared to my previous Diablo Corsa!

Ducati SBKs are known to have excellent handling, esp the 748/749 series, with better power/chassis balance.

 

I'm sure you'd break it in no time, maybe even get into low 1:40s! The onboard laptimer would help.

 

Btw, a friend of mine taught me how to use it already. I can show you guys if you want. Its pretty cool

[-tRuSt-]

Originally posted by nE0@Apr 2 2006, 12:13 AM

Any shop can do your oil change, but do go to a reputable one.

 

Btw, Testastretta riders, did you notice if theres an oil screen? I had one on my monster, but there wasn't one on my SBK. I unscrewed the big allen bolt thingy near the oil level window, but there wasn't a screen behind it..

which shops u guys will intro to go to?

[cagiva03]

Originally posted by nE0@Apr 2 2006, 12:20 AM

Ducati SBKs are known to have excellent handling, esp the 748/749 series, with better power/chassis balance.

 

I'm sure you'd break it in no time, maybe even get into low 1:40s! The onboard laptimer would help.

 

Btw, a friend of mine taught me how to use it already. I can show you guys if you want. Its pretty cool

i only know how to use the lap time mode showing how much time i took for that particular lap only. Is it posiible to replay the lap timings of more than a lap???

[cagiva03]

Originally posted by [-tRuSt-]@Apr 2 2006, 04:30 PM

which shops u guys will intro to go to?

I highly recommend Excel Cycle in Kakit Bukit other than Minerva... Even though they are not the authorised Dealer for Ducati, they do have experience in it...Cos they are dealing in brands like Cagiva, Ducati and MV Agusta.... Look for the chief meachanic there, (Ah Boon)....He should be able to solve problems for U.... A number of older Ducati riders frequent his service, and that include me.....

[ktkt]

Date: 8th April

Timing: 1900H

Venue: TBA

Occassion: MotoGP Live on ESPN Ch 24.

 

Any place that has SCV/Easy Access?

I *think* there's a kopi shop opp. the usual one that I go to in Simpang Bedok that has SCV access. Cannot confirm yet but if anyone is interested, I can ask the shop owner whether can tune in to Ch24 on Sunday from 1900H for the MotoGP event and reserve some seats.

 

Anyone has an alternative location/plan?

 

[ktkt]

Originally posted by [-tRuSt-]@Apr 2 2006, 04:30 PM

which shops u guys will intro to go to?

Can't think of any road bike shops at the moment.

 

Do note that just becoz you're paying more doesn't mean that you'll get quality service. It just means the shop is charging more. (leave it for kopi-tiam chat next time)

 

Find a mechanic who treats u like a friend, offers sound advise and does a good job irregardless of type of work. (be it a simple job or a big job)

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by cagiva03@Apr 2 2006, 08:20 PM

i only know how to use the lap time mode showing how much time i took for that particular lap only. Is it posiible to replay the lap timings of more than a lap???

Hold the right menu button, then turn on the ignition. Release immediately after the welcome screen dissappears (749 - EU for you), else you might reset the laptimes.

 

It shows top speed, top RPM, over-rev occurances, lap number and laptime. REcords up to 9mins 59 seconds only though, so you can't "time" your trip to malacca.

[jonathan543]

hi guys... can i ask how much do u guys fork out for maintanaince per yr? heard got to do the timing belts, valve adjustment, and the dry clutch set (for dry clutch models) almost every yr? ard 15000km- 20000km?

[-tRuSt-]

Originally posted by cagiva03@Apr 2 2006, 08:25 PM

I highly recommend Excel Cycle in Kakit Bukit other than Minerva... Even though they are not the authorised Dealer for Ducati, they do have experience in it...Cos they are dealing in brands like Cagiva, Ducati and MV Agusta.... Look for the chief meachanic there, (Ah Boon)....He should be able to solve problems for U.... A number of older Ducati riders frequent his service, and that include me.....

thanx

[cagiva03]

So who is organising the track session??? And when will it be???

[Guest nE0]

8th right? Confirm the track is open?

 

See you guys there! Can't wait!

 

JOnathan >

 

Valve clearance check every 10,000km

Cam belts 20,000 km

Clutch plates, 5000-40,000km, depending on how you ride.

[cagiva03]

Hmmm! Lets make this clear.....Is it a track session at PG on the 8th of April or is it a MotoGP viewing session at 1900hrs????

Or is it a Track session in the day, then follow by MotoGP Viewing together in the evening????

[cagiva03]

Hmmm! Lets make this clear.....Is it a track session at PG on the 8th of April or is it a MotoGP viewing session at 1900hrs????

Or is it a Track session in the day, then follow by MotoGP Viewing together in the evening????

[Guest nE0]

Track session in the midday, MotoGp viewing in the evening!

[ktkt]

Originally posted by jonathan543@Apr 3 2006, 05:45 PM

hi guys... can i ask how much do u guys fork out for maintanaince per yr? heard got to do the timing belts, valve adjustment, and the dry clutch set (for dry clutch models) almost every yr? ard 15000km- 20000km?

Just a guideline.

 

Had my belts,stock clutch basket and clutch plates changed at abt 20,000km.

$150 for pair of belts, $250 for the basket(steel) and $250 for the plates(stock steel) Parts bought from Minerva.

 

At about 37,000km ~ 40,000km mark, had the belts replaced, valve clearance done, sprocket/chain replacement done at Minerva, the Ducati agent.

Belt replacements, valve clearance will set you back by abt $750 +/- inclusive of parts and labour. Also did a lot of other things as well.

 

Front/Rear Sprocket/chain cost me $400++..... Suggest you buy from other source and DIY. (look at max. $300 for AFAM sprocket/chain)

 

Also bought a aftermarket clutch basket and aluminium clutch plates cos the one I bought at 20,000km is gone.

 

Anyway, critical thing is the belt. Look at 10,000km inspection and replacement if necessary. 20,000km or 2 year lifespan replace belt irregardless.

 

Guideline

Every 20,000km belt replacements or 2 year whichever comes first.

Every 40,000km valve clearance. (20,000km if you're really picky)

Dry clutch... look at 15,000 ~ 20,000km lifespan for stock parts.

 

Rest like brake pads,sprocket/chain, coolant etc etc is pretty standard like Japanese bikes.

[ktkt]

Originally posted by nE0@Apr 4 2006, 09:54 PM

Track session in the midday, MotoGp viewing in the evening!

Alamak.... guess Sunday watch at home liao....

 

Who's going for the Sunday track?

Been to PG once only, not sure of the way there.

Would like to join though.....

[oranje]

I'm in if its Saturday PG

 

what time's session are u guys looking at?

 

I'd love to go by 2nd link but i dont know the way. GP Esso anyone ?

[motocafe]

Originally posted by ktkt@Apr 5 2006, 12:41 AM

Alamak.... guess Sunday watch at home liao....

 

Who's going for the Sunday track?

Been to PG once only, not sure of the way there.

Would like to join though.....

Qatar GP LIVE from 4:57pm to 9:00pm on Saturday 8 April (STAR Sports).

[Roadster]

Hi all,

 

My name is Mark and I ride a yellow 900SS. I am keen for a track practice session this Saturday as well and hope to meet some fellow Ducati riders there. I have been to PG a few times and don't mind leading those who are unsure of the way there.

 

I will be going via 2nd link and will be at the Gelang Patah R&R Esso station from 8am to 8.30am. Aiming to make the 10am to 11am slot. Do let me know if you are coming and I will look out for you at Esso.

[oranje]

Originally posted by Roadster@Apr 5 2006, 07:42 AM

Hi all,

 

My name is Mark and I ride a yellow 900SS. I am keen for a track practice session this Saturday as well and hope to meet some fellow Ducati riders there. I have been to PG a few times and don't mind leading those who are unsure of the way there.

 

I will be going via 2nd link and will be at the Gelang Patah R&R Esso station from 8am to 8.30am. Aiming to make the 10am to 11am slot. Do let me know if you are coming and I will look out for you at Esso.

Hi Mark

 

I'll be there between 8-830

cya sat