| Author | Message | |||
     Interex2050 |
Mike, Around here I want the big stock turn signals... But good info nonetheless, thanks. The further I dig into this, the more appealing this seems. Hard to believe a motorcycle which may actually appreciate maintenance and tinkering. Not to mention its easy to work on! I have so far compiled a extensive list of things to do... Bullet proofing the engine is step one. -Hard plating ALL the rockers ($700 ish) -Replace all the half-rings and shim set from MBP ($500 ish) -Replace the crankshaft gallery plug with a steel one ($5 ish) -Rewind the stator ($100 ish) -Set proper squish and timing -Design and make a one way valve for the oiling system -Slave cylinder replacement ($150) I am sure there is more, but I can't think of them at the moment This is just too exciting! I just need to start gathering special tools... | |||
| Ducxl |
It gets expensive..BE WARNED! I got sucked into over $12000 in performance upgrades.I hate making mods,don't know why i did it.Too much compression to initially turn it over. | |||
| Rubberdown |
You planning on riding this bike?  Just wondering. | |||
| Interex2050 |
Expensive indeed, but somehow I do not feel bad about it... I am not going to be doing any performance upgrades though I just want to get it were are all the blatant flaws are taken care of, reliability is the goal. Planning on riding it, you betcha! I will be picking up the license plate/turn signals either today or tomorrow, then off to the DMV! The engine stuff will be done all at once, I will send out the rockers and stator... And while that is all out make sure everything else is happy. The return time should be around a week... I can deal with that. Now its just a matter of waiting for my refund, and the opportune time. | |||
| New12r |
I just want to get it were are all the blatant flaws are taken care of, reliability is the goal. Not to be a dick, but that is a lot of work to get a bike "reliable". I added up more than a grand worth of work. I did not spend that in 35k on my firebolt (not counting tires). | |||
| Gtmg |
if you wanted reliable should have gone with the SV. You wanted the bling look. Hope you are not disappointed | |||
| Interex2050 |
Charles I could have on my firebolt (thank goodness for warranty) and its still not reliable, and that is only till 16k. Also its more of "insurance", then anything else... Because those things may or may not prove to be problematic. Michel I am not sure if "bling" was really a priority... I am drawn to Ducatis for quite a few reasons, primarily mechanical The desmodromic valve system is so elegant They are bikes that are designed to be worked on, and I love to tinker... They are so delicate, yet so brutal at the same time. Do not forget the symphony of sounds which it creates, the jingle of the dry clutch the roar of the exhaust... Another thing to note, with the 916 there is a certain expectation for failure... So if it does no big deal I was expecting it if it does not I will be surprised | |||
| Fresnobuell |
Another thing to note, with the 916 there is a certain expectation for failure... So if it does no big deal I was expecting it if it does not I will be surprised This is an odd comment from someone who has had so much trouble with buells...so if Buells were EXPECTED to breakdown, you would have been okay with it???? | |||
| Interex2050 |
Yes | |||
| Baggermike |
Fresno were did you get that charging system info that you wrote the other day, I went on buell.com and did not see it, just the regular specs, I need this to bring to my dealership so I can prove my bike is not working like what you wrote, I just ride with high and low beams gps and my battery drains and I cruise at 4000 rpms or more and still discharging, and what you wrote is true I have a problem, so I want to print it out and take it with me to my dealership. thanks. Mike | |||
| Fresnobuell |
goto the FAQ section and search for "electrical" or "customer service" and it should pop up in a list. | |||
| Baggermike |
Thanks Fresno I will look and then I will have hard proof that something is wrong. Mike | |||
| Blake |
Right here, Mike.  The dealer you are talking about is the one who hasn't seen your bike since you purchased it, correct? | |||
| Blake |
Or here...
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| Baggermike |
Yes Blake that is what I read, so if I am riding at 4000 rpms and higher and not stopping much, and just have my high beams and gps on I should not be loosing juice in the battery. I sent you a pm with much more details on going to my dealership. Mike | |||
| Interex2050 |
Some nudie shots:      Tomorrow to the DMV | |||
| Ccryder |
Del: You have gone too far. You have crossed the line! I don't know what to do but ban you from Buelldom!  Those nekkid shots and those honk'n throttle bodies are, are, are just TOO much!!!!!!!!!!!  Just goes to show that they are more than just "eye-candi". Maybe it is time that you take the Ducati off the 1125r board and move it to another. That way we can keep this board at least PG-13 LOL  Time2Work Neil | |||
| 2kx1 |
Interex, Since you have the bike apart you may want to replace the fuel lines inside the tank. Also the fuel filter and drain lines that run through the tank, they are prone to deteriorating as they are soaking in gasoline , and don't forget the O-ring . | |||
| Interex2050 |
Neil, don't worry much more to come... Bwahahahaha!  Lars, thanks for the heads up. I will do that once my left intake runner gasket comes in, right now I am running two sets of filters... P.S. Shes legal now... Time to ride (Message edited by interex2050 on April 04, 2008) | |||
| Ducxl |
Which O-ring? The big one that seals the pump assembly? Or the oneS that go around the quick disconnects? I stocked up on both but needed neither. I just want to get it were are all the blatant flaws are taken care of, reliability is the goal. Take it from a guy who's torn the 996 down a few times...YOU'RE GOING OVERBOARD with the maintainance.Especially on the rockers issue. Did someone say nekkid Ducs?    I'm a post whor* | |||
| Interex2050 |
Greg, That is one stunning 996! Its good to know that my scheme is overkill In that case I think I will just take it one step at a time... Best, Peter | |||
| New12r |
I figured you knew! Good luck and I hope you love it. I rode one last week and was not really all that impressed, but the front tire was shot. So after he gets the knocking fixed and new skins I will give it another go round!! | |||
| 2kx1 |
The pump assembly o-ring, use lots of vaseline, or it will tear,so just buy two. It never hurts to have extra's on hand. If you get the Desmotimes manual , it has a lot of information about interchangeable parts. Also has a lot of info on preventive maintenance . Interex, great to hear you are on the road and I'm sure you will enjoy your bike. Ducxl, there can never be enough project bike pics. | |||
| Interex2050 |
This bike is simply stunning! I NEED to go for a nice ride up in the canyons. The handling, the power delivery, the clutch feel is like nothing else that I have ridden Although I must admit the handling of the 1125R is a bit more delicate and involved (in my mind that is more fun) Quick question: Just so I stock up in advanced, what is the ID of the fuel tubing that I will need to get and the length? Best, Peter | |||
| 2kx1 |
Fuel line is 5/16ths.About 5 feet should do it. | |||
| Interex2050 |
Thanks | |||
| Ducxl |
Here's the maintainance parts for the fuel tank.The fuel filter maintainance is supposed to be done at 6000 mile intervals. The hoses(in the pic center bottom) should be either the Ducati parts or metric sized and RATED for fuel injection.I once replaced the fuel hose on my X1 with hose NOT rated for FI.It later blew out...ON A RIDE.  | |||
| Interex2050 |
Just ordered some goodies: -Ducatitimes Manual -Belts -Fuel pump assy o-rings (2) -Quick disconnect o-rings (4) -Fuel filters (2) -K&N oil filter (2), the nut on the cap is a must when the filter is hidden deep in the case... | |||
| Ducxl |
You can download Service Manuals at the Ducati website. I couldn't find model years earlier than 2000 though.You could use a 2000 996 manual for reference What do you mean about nuts and deep in cases? The oil pickup filter? You can also get the factory service manual (printed) from your nearest dealer. You also can get great information HERE (Message edited by ducxl on April 05, 2008) (Message edited by ducxl on April 05, 2008) | |||
| Interex2050 |
I have the original user manual and the workshop manual, in a pretty Ducati binder too! Although the workshop manual is lacking at best... But thanks for the tip. Well when ever I have done an oil change on a Ducati I always have had trouble removing the oil filter because its "surrounded" by the case. My strap wrench does not fit, and with the K&N the nut on the bottom resolves that issue all together. |
