Ducati Riders

[D.O.C]

guess if you dont ride hard any tires will do, however as you get to enjoy n understand your bike more you might want to consider the better tires.

 

btw 014 is how much?? i got my m1 for 420. could get it from lab for cheaper but their tires is older stk.

[Guest nE0]

M1, 120/180 can get for around $430.

014s, can get 120/190 for around $430 also, so I think i'll go with the 014s, because I wanna use 190 profile for the rear.

[DeusExMachina]

Originally posted by nE0@Nov 13 2005, 03:13 AM

M1, 120/180 can get for around $430.

014s, can get 120/190 for around $430 also, so I think i'll go with the 014s, because I wanna use 190 profile for the rear.

 

180/55s turn or tip in much faster than 190/50s. Better for track and twisty uses. It's the profile that matters. /55s have more curvature and have more contact patched leaned over than /50s. Also, you lean less to achieve the same turning radius at a given speed. /55s also add a bit to your rear ride height, putting a little bit more weight on the front.

 

Unless you're getting 190/55s... but they're only available in trackday/race tyres, with Supercorsas and Rennsports being prime examples.

 

I used 190/50s previously, and after using 180/55s, find that they are more responsive tipping and flicking in/out.

[Guest nE0]

Well, i don't really need it to "tip in fast" because the bike is agile enough. But I'd like to have the bike with proper tyre profiles. See how it goes.

 

At the rate I'm going, I'll be changing tyres quite frequently, so got lotsa chances to try out different configurations

[red rocket]

Originally posted by nE0@Nov 13 2005, 01:24 PM

Well, i don't really need it to "tip in fast" because the bike is agile enough. But I'd like to have the bike with proper tyre profiles. See how it goes.

 

At the rate I'm going, I'll be changing tyres quite frequently, so got lotsa chances to try out different configurations

Have you change your steering angle yet? After you do so you'll find the 'tipping and flipping' cause by the profile of the tires small.

[kelvin_luffs]

juz saw a black duke 999 testastretta at motorworld ytd.. belong to a mexican residing in SG..

 

damn the bike i cool!!!

 

[ktkt]

Ehhh.... Good... So when's the next meeting up?

[DeusExMachina]

Originally posted by red rocket@Nov 13 2005, 02:10 PM

Have you change your steering angle yet? After you do so you'll find the 'tipping and flipping' cause by the profile of the tires small.

 

 

Aaah... u have the luxury of adjustable steering heads.

[ktkt]

Gibernau on a Ducati.

 

http://www.roadracingworld.com/enlarge/?se...=news&image=342

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by DeusExMachina@Nov 13 2005, 05:54 PM

 

Aaah... u have the luxury of adjustable steering heads.

Yar , and adjustable rearsets, and adjustable tank/seat position (on single seater models), adjustable front/rear ride height (independent from suspension settings)....

 

[spuah74]

Originally posted by nE0@Nov 12 2005, 05:45 PM

Eh, by right our meetups is every 2nd Saturday of the month right?

 

Who suggested we change it to Friday? Own up!

 

Well, tonight I can't make it, cos celebrating my friend's birthday. I thought you guys met up on Friday already?

 

Anyway, next week I'm free in the evenings, how bout a weekday meetup?

 

Danny > My rear tyre totally gone liao. No more high speed runs for me.

I suggested but....but....i didn't insist mah....was just trying to give options so that more people can turn up....! Ok loh...i be good, don't suggest anymore unless Neo ask me to okie.... Neo....So how? When will be the next meet-up? I need a definately place, date & time to inform all owners. Neo scold me.... :cry:

[red rocket]

Originally posted by spuah74@Nov 14 2005, 10:59 AM

I suggested but....but....i didn't insist mah....was just trying to give options so that more people can turn up....! Ok loh...i be good, don't suggest anymore unless Neo ask me to okie.... Neo....So how? When will be the next meet-up? I need a definately place, date & time to inform all owners. Neo scold me.... :cry:

Next meet-up next monday 8.30am @Gelang Patah... Neo/Danny you coming?

[Guest nE0]

Originally posted by red rocket@Nov 14 2005, 07:11 PM

Next meet-up next monday 8.30am @Gelang Patah... Neo/Danny you coming?

Yea! Me coming!

[D.O.C]

bros, monday no good for me la

 

 

can make it like thhurs???

[red rocket]

Originally posted by D.O.C@Nov 14 2005, 09:27 PM

bros, monday no good for me la

 

 

can make it like thhurs???

Try leh... some cannot make it on on other days.

[DeusExMachina]

Originally posted by D.O.C@Nov 14 2005, 09:27 PM

bros, monday no good for me la

 

 

can make it like thhurs???

 

Try la.

 

Neo's evil twin, the guy whom u got your black devil from, is going reVerSist on Wed. Tues he needs to pack and prep. So Mon is the last day.

[Guest nE0]

My evil twin? So I'm the "nice" twin hor

 

Hey Flowerz, I help you take care of your bike when you in reservist?

[spuah74]

Huh? Where's Gelang Patah? And Monday, 8.30am ah....I definately can't make it. Day time got to work. Gelang Patah, sounds like Malaysia to me.....can someone enlighten please? Neo, call me when u free can? Need to ask u things.

[spuah74]

Originally posted by D.O.C@Nov 14 2005, 09:27 PM

bros, monday no good for me la

 

 

can make it like thhurs???

Hey....Thursday sounds good. But morning also? Don't u guys need to work?

[witchblade]

hi to all, may i know wats the difference btwn the 998 and 999?? cos my friend has a 999. LOVE THE SOUND OF IT. but seriously, i do not know the difference btwn these two and the sound of it? sorry if the question is dumb.

[red rocket]

Originally posted by witchblade@Nov 15 2005, 12:53 PM

hi to all, may i know wats the difference btwn the 998 and 999?? cos my friend has a 999. LOVE THE SOUND OF IT. but seriously, i do not know the difference btwn these two and the sound of it? sorry if the question is dumb.

between the 999(MY2003) and the 998 the difference is the look... from then on the upgrades to the 999 see its current models coughing out 20hp(approx) more than the first 999. Details can be found at the ducati website.

[red rocket]

Originally posted by spuah74@Nov 15 2005, 11:26 AM

Hey....Thursday sounds good. But morning also? Don't u guys need to work?

Woman...can take leave what...

 

Gelang Patah is in m'sia... you still wanna come?

[witchblade]

Originally posted by red rocket@Nov 15 2005, 01:03 PM

between the 999(MY2003) and the 998 the difference is the look... from then on the upgrades to the 999 see its current models coughing out 20hp(approx) more than the first 999. Details can be found at the ducati website.

thanks man~~

[sq6060]

I am wondering if anyone here will be interested in taking up a track riding course. We need a min of 30 riders per day and at least 60 riders for their two days stint. The tentative dates will be 14th & 15th Dec (ya, very short notice). This is because it is their off season from ASBK.

 

For more info on the racing school goto Circuit Breakers Website

 

Their top 3 riders will be send here if this plan works out.

 

A little on their riding course:

 

What is Race School

 

Chief instructor/ coordinator Greg Albert

 

Race School's team of experienced professional motorcycle instructors include 3 x Superbike and Supersport champion Shawn Giles ,Supersport Champ Josh Brookes, 2 x World Endurance Champion Warwick Nowland, Leading domestic and world Factory Riders, Damian Cudlin,Daniel Stauffer,Mark Atchinson and more . The entire Race School staff prides itself on being open, approachable, and focused on helping you gain the skills and confidence to accomplish your riding goals.

 

Each RACE School is divided into two groups. The first group is for Track riders and newcomers to the track who are most comfortable at a lower pace, the other for Race students who wish to explore their limits with fewer restrictions.

 

RACE School will teach you skills in:

- Concentration, Relaxation, and Breathing

- One on One Race Instruction

- Improving Lap times

- Smoothness

- Visual Skills and Awareness

- Fitness and Discipline

- Body Position and Posture

- Cornering Lines and Passing Techniques

- Steering, Shifting and Braking Techniques

- Race Starts

- Reference Points

- Overcoming Panic

- Suspension and Chassis Basics

- How to get started in Racing

- Race and Track bike set-up

 

Two Wheels magazine (Australia) also ran an article featuring the school in the Nov issue. The course fee to bring them in to PG will be around $380 +/- per rider. They will cater to riders from novice to advanced.

 

This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity (maybe not lah). But the alternative is to fly overseas to do a similar course. But that will set you back like $2k+++

[witchblade]

Originally posted by sq6060@Nov 15 2005, 01:48 PM

I am wondering if anyone here will be interested in taking up a track riding course. We need a min of 30 riders per day and at least 60 riders for their two days stint. The tentative dates will be 14th & 15th Dec (ya, very short notice). This is because it is their off season from ASBK.

 

For more info on the racing school goto Circuit Breakers Website

 

Their top 3 riders will be send here if this plan works out.

 

A little on their riding course:

 

What is Race School

 

Chief instructor/ coordinator Greg Albert

 

Race School's team of experienced professional motorcycle instructors include 3 x Superbike and Supersport champion Shawn Giles ,Supersport Champ Josh Brookes, 2 x World Endurance Champion Warwick Nowland, Leading domestic and world Factory Riders, Damian Cudlin,Daniel Stauffer,Mark Atchinson and more . The entire Race School staff prides itself on being open, approachable, and focused on helping you gain the skills and confidence to accomplish your riding goals.

 

Each RACE School is divided into two groups. The first group is for Track riders and newcomers to the track who are most comfortable at a lower pace, the other for Race students who wish to explore their limits with fewer restrictions.

 

RACE School will teach you skills in:

- Concentration, Relaxation, and Breathing

- One on One Race Instruction

- Improving Lap times

- Smoothness

- Visual Skills and Awareness

- Fitness and Discipline

- Body Position and Posture

- Cornering Lines and Passing Techniques

- Steering, Shifting and Braking Techniques

- Race Starts

- Reference Points

- Overcoming Panic

- Suspension and Chassis Basics

- How to get started in Racing

- Race and Track bike set-up

 

Two Wheels magazine (Australia) also ran an article featuring the school in the Nov issue. The course fee to bring them in to PG will be around $380 +/- per rider. They will cater to riders from novice to advanced.

 

This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity (maybe not lah). But the alternative is to fly overseas to do a similar course. But that will set you back like $2k+++

im interested but yet its not my time cos i have not gotten my license yet (still learning). oh well... hope there be next time. cheers..