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    Quote Originally Posted by learningtofly View Post
    Thanks very much. I do have some levers on the way - in orange - but hopefully they’ll look okay. They’re meant to be pretty good and are far, far cheaper than the Rizomas.
    NooOOOOooOooOooooooo!!!!!!!!
    Not a fan on coloured levers sorry.
    Same with blingy bar ends.
    I think they spoil a bike.
    Be careful of Chinese CRG, Accusato, Rizoma & Pazzo knock offs.
    I use CRG's and ASV's, both pretty well made.
    Titan take some beating for the money.
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    Quote Originally Posted by cinnabull View Post
    Some nice changes and mods there Tony. Looks well nice, enjoy it.

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    Thanks Stuart. I’m really enjoying it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tifa View Post
    NooOOOOooOooOooooooo!!!!!!!!
    Not a fan on coloured levers sorry.
    Same with blingy bar ends.
    I think they spoil a bike.
    Be careful of Chinese CRG, Accusato, Rizoma & Pazzo knock offs.
    These ones are actually German, and I’ve heard some good reports about them. They seem excellent quality.
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    Quote Originally Posted by learningtofly View Post
    They’re German, and I’ve heard some good reports about them. They’re not cheap copies of anything.
    I think he meant that there are some Chinese made copies around...probably on ebay etc.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Red Steve View Post
    I think he meant that there are some Chinese made copies around...probably on ebay etc.

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    Yes, my response failed to reflect what I wanted to say and I’ve amended it.

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    If you're fitting aftermarket levers, it's essential you get the correct free play at the m/c.
    If it's overtight you run the risk of a front end lock up.
    Check with your dealer for the correct amount of play.
    If insure, start with about 2mm and check everything (disc & caliper) for excess heat after a few miles.
    Looking forward to seeing the pics.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tifa View Post
    If you're fitting aftermarket levers, it's essential you get the correct free play at the m/c.
    If it's overtight you run the risk of a front end lock up.
    Check with your dealer for the correct amount of play.
    If insure, start with about 2mm and check everything (disc & caliper) for excess heat after a few miles.
    Looking forward to seeing the pics.
    I’m actually quite nervous about fitting them but have some guidance in respect of adjustment etc, as well as whatever info is on the 9T forum. So far I’ve done everything myself so I’m determined to give it a go.

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    Quote Originally Posted by learningtofly View Post
    I’m actually quite nervous about fitting them but have some guidance in respect of adjustment etc, as well as whatever info is on the 9T forum. So far I’ve done everything myself so I’m determined to give it a go.
    10/10
    It's the only way you will learn properly.
    There's no substiution for the hands on stuff.
    There will be loads of help on the R9 forum about setting the free play.
    If you have a verinier, measure the play at the oe levers and set you new ones to the same.
    Can't go far wrong if you do that.
    Just take your time, and enjoy doing it.
    Take loads of photos as you go along.
    Don't forget the tea. Drink many mugs. It's a manly thing to do.

    My ASVs

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    Been out "testing" the new exhaust today. At low revs it just has a beautiful rumble, but once the bike hits 5000rpm it absolutely roars! Looks gorgeous too




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    That looks lovely.
    The can size really suits it.
    I always thought the Motraad Ackra was a backwards step looks wise.
    That looks nicely in proportion.

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    Quote Originally Posted by learningtofly View Post
    I’m actually quite nervous about fitting them but have some guidance in respect of adjustment etc, as well as whatever info is on the 9T forum. So far I’ve done everything myself so I’m determined to give it a go.
    You will be fine I am sure - especially if you fitted the exhaust OK. A couple of tips - the first is to make sure you put some copper slip or similar on the pivot bolt, also don't over tighten them back up - they just need nipping up. You can bind the levers or damage the MC. When you have fitted them make sure the bike still starts in gear with the clutch in - it is not uncommon for the clutch switch to need a little bending or put a bit of tubing or something over the pin on the new lever to make sure it pushes on the clutch switch adequately. It can also happen that it engages at one end of the adjustment but not the other so worth checking at both ends as otherwise you can think it works fine but it doesn't after changing the lever span later.

    Bike looks great !

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    Fitted a mini screen for more air on the commute. Kept the extender on just so I don't lose it. So far really good and more air in the summer heat. But noiser with wind on the helmet but worth the trade off.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tifa View Post
    That looks lovely.
    The can size really suits it.
    I always thought the Motraad Ackra was a backwards step looks wise.
    That looks nicely in proportion.
    Thanks very much - I gave it a fair amount of thought but (as you say) those stock Akras weren't doing the bike any favours looks-wise. So heavy, too.

    Quote Originally Posted by MB2 View Post
    You will be fine I am sure - especially if you fitted the exhaust OK. A couple of tips - the first is to make sure you put some copper slip or similar on the pivot bolt, also don't over tighten them back up - they just need nipping up. You can bind the levers or damage the MC. When you have fitted them make sure the bike still starts in gear with the clutch in - it is not uncommon for the clutch switch to need a little bending or put a bit of tubing or something over the pin on the new lever to make sure it pushes on the clutch switch adequately. It can also happen that it engages at one end of the adjustment but not the other so worth checking at both ends as otherwise you can think it works fine but it doesn't after changing the lever span later.

    Bike looks great !
    I do have a tub of copper grease, as it happens - I used it on the inside of the exhaust clamps when I performed the flapperectomy. I still think the levers will test me, to be honest, but hey ho

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    Quote Originally Posted by wileeeeeey View Post
    Fitted a mini screen for more air on the commute. Kept the extender on just so I don't lose it. So far really good and more air in the summer heat. But noiser with wind on the helmet but worth the trade off.
    Did the same yesterday, thanks for the recommendation, but not had the chance to go out yet!


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    I`ve been dissatisfied with the clutch action since getting the DR800 back on the road so after last weekends bimble as soon as i got home i dumped the oil and whipped the clutch cover off.
    It soon became apparent that something was amiss - the clutch release thrust bearing was missing!
    It had disintegrated and this is the result -i also found a few pins in the sump;







    There should be one of these;



    here - the remains of it on the right;



    Just waiting for an oil seal to arrive (all other parts here) then i can box it back up hopefully in time for another blat at the weekend.

    It`s a stunning day down here so i`m now going flying.....

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    800cc single.....awesome!
    Got to love it haven't you?
    Have you managed to retrieve all of the shrapnel?
    Was it just contained to the clutch housing?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Tifa View Post
    800cc single.....awesome!
    Got to love it haven't you?
    Have you managed to retrieve all of the shrapnel?
    Was it just contained to the clutch housing?
    I’d have thought that most of it ended up in the sump.
    It’ll need the sump off, cleaning, a new oil filter and oil.

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    Ahhh right....wasn't sure, not having worked on DR's.
    Reason I asked was on say the V2 Rotax lumps as used in the Aprilia RSVR's & Tuonos, there is only a small scavenge hole to return oil to the dry sump. Not much chance of debris getting into the crankcase/gearbox.

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    I could be wrong and I remember the Aprilia V twin being less than straightforward when changing the oil but most (if not all) Japanese bike engines tend to have simple wet clutches and wet sumps.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Matt8500 View Post
    Did the same yesterday, thanks for the recommendation, but not had the chance to go out yet!

    Dark smoke looks better. The one I should have got :(

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave+63 View Post
    I could be wrong and I remember the Aprilia V twin being less than straightforward when changing the oil but most (if not all) Japanese bike engines tend to have simple wet clutches and wet sumps.
    Hahahaaa...you're not wrong.
    Drain sump, then drain oil tank, remove screen from tank and flush,refit.
    Remove 2x M5's on filter cover to get access to filter. Discard filter & O ring. Insert new O ring and new filter...3.4ltrs 15-50w run 5 mins, top up according to sight tube on the side of the tank. Done.
    I used to do this 4 times a year. God I miss that bike.

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    Surely we need to arrange a TZ bike get-together/ride-out...

    Perhaps somewhere in ‘the middle’ of the UK to allow as many members as possible to make it.

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    My brother had an RSV for a while but I never rode it. I did do a few laps of Donnington Park on a Falco and remember the engine being ok but the suspension was way too soft.

    I had a 900ss and a 916 and love the way V twins are but don’t have one at the moment. I’ll probably bug one sometime though, possibly an RSV is SV.

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    Hard to believe it’s 20 years.

    If a 916 was a woman I would be tongue died and go red in the face,there is no more gorgeous bike.

    This one at Ludgershall was stunning.





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    ^^^ That's lovely indeed. A ground-breaking design back in the day Ducati had always been on the motorcycle 'map', but they really made their mark with the 916 and things went from strength to strength.
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    Quote Originally Posted by bwest76 View Post
    Hard to believe it’s 20 years.

    If a 916 was a woman I would be tongue died and go red in the face,there is no more gorgeous bike.

    This one at Ludgershall was stunning.




    25 years, the 916 Strada was released in 1994. I had a red 98 biposto and my mate Rob had a yellow 99 996. I’d have another tomorrow but probably couldn’t fit on it these days.

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    Still think that’s the most beautiful bike ever made

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dave+63 View Post
    25 years, the 916 Strada was released in 1994. I had a red 98 biposto and my mate Rob had a yellow 99 996. I’d have another tomorrow but probably couldn’t fit on it these days.
    I’ve never ridden a bike that went round corners so well,that pulled so well and gave me so much confidence.
    it made me feel like a much better rider than I am.
    All while looking so good,I had to be peeled of it though when I stopped.

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    I'm at Donington Park on Sunday for the WSB meeting, courtesy of the Ducati Owners Club who are celebrating the 25th birthday of the 916.

    Free tickets, private parking area, kit and helmet storage and free refreshments thrown in.

    To cap it all of we get to do a parade lap of the GP circuit too. Should be a great day. Anyone else on here going?



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    I’ll be there both days. Will look out for some Ducatis

    (And Goodwood FOS tomorrow)

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    Quote Originally Posted by sv-steve View Post
    I’ll be there both days. Will look out for some Ducatis

    (And Goodwood FOS tomorrow)

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    Would have liked to have done both days but couldn't spare the time on Saturday. Enjoy and Goodwood tomorrow too.

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    Looks a little familiar eh Tony!?

    Fantastic mods!

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    Quote Originally Posted by wileeeeeey View Post
    Fitted a mini screen for more air on the commute. Kept the extender on just so I don't lose it. So far really good and more air in the summer heat. But noiser with wind on the helmet but worth the trade off.
    Quote Originally Posted by Matt8500 View Post
    Did the same yesterday, thanks for the recommendation, but not had the chance to go out yet!

    Looks good guys! Must meet up sometime for a tractors meet of the GSes...

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    Quote Originally Posted by learningtofly View Post
    Been out "testing" the new exhaust today. At low revs it just has a beautiful rumble, but once the bike hits 5000rpm it absolutely roars! Looks gorgeous too



    Tony,
    Love the orange and the mods you have done. Looks great just as is - and I think the black seat with the piping really sets it off perfectly.

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    Quote Originally Posted by bwest76 View Post
    Hard to believe it’s 20 years.

    If a 916 was a woman I would be tongue died and go red in the face,there is no more gorgeous bike.

    This one at Ludgershall was stunning.




    You just never tire of seeing this beauty, hearing the dry clutch of a Ducati always makes me wonder if all the nuts and bolts have fell off inside but love hearing it and this has ignited my passion for them once again. As said previously they absolutely inspire and excite like no others
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    Quote Originally Posted by oliverte View Post
    Looks a little familiar eh Tony!?

    Fantastic mods!
    Thank you - I linked to that in the post preceding yours

    Quote Originally Posted by spareparts View Post
    Tony,
    Love the orange and the mods you have done. Looks great just as is - and I think the black seat with the piping really sets it off perfectly.
    Thanks very much. I reckon it looks great now - just some levers to pop on and I'm done. (That said, I'm thinking about a nose fairing in the same colour as the tank )

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    Not a fan of that exhaust Tony. I had mine out this morning and I think the back of the bike looks better resolved from the 3/4 with the twin pipes of the Akrapovic stock item. What you have just looks incomplete IMO.

    My personal favourite is the high level Akrapovic on the Sport.

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    That's the best looking exhaust I've seen for the R9 Tony, I feel the standard one is the next best option if a bit clumpy looking but the high level akro is just too contrived - IMHO of course!

    If yours were mine Tony I'd lose the number plate holder and find a tail tidy to mount it on, I've never been a fan of that type of bracket. It reminds me of the GS rear spray guard which however practical it is I think spoils the look of the rear of the GS.

    Apart from that small issue (for me) it's looking the dogs danglies, the R9 is so customisable

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    Quote Originally Posted by spareparts View Post
    Looks good guys! Must meet up sometime for a tractors meet of the GSes...
    I’d definitely be up for that!

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    Quote Originally Posted by j0hnbarker View Post
    Not a fan of that exhaust Tony. I had mine out this morning and I think the back of the bike looks better resolved from the 3/4 with the twin pipes of the Akrapovic stock item. What you have just looks incomplete IMO.

    My personal favourite is the high level Akrapovic on the Sport.
    Yes, it's a very personal thing, as evidenced by Duncan's comments immediately following your own. For me, though, it's given me just the look I was after and the sound is amazing.

    Quote Originally Posted by Thewatchbloke View Post
    That's the best looking exhaust I've seen for the R9 Tony, I feel the standard one is the next best option if a bit clumpy looking but the high level akro is just too contrived - IMHO of course!

    If yours were mine Tony I'd lose the number plate holder and find a tail tidy to mount it on, I've never been a fan of that type of bracket. It reminds me of the GS rear spray guard which however practical it is I think spoils the look of the rear of the GS.

    Apart from that small issue (for me) it's looking the dogs danglies, the R9 is so customisable
    Thanks Duncan - I'm delighted with it. I've been thinking about the number plate holder myself - on the one hand I'd like to tidy the tail end up a bit, but on the other hand I think these swing arm mounts give a really classic vibe to the bike. I'm not sure I wanted to "modernise" it any more than it is, to be honest.

    Agree about the options for customising... this is even better/worse (take your pick) than the triumph thing.

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    Quote Originally Posted by spareparts View Post
    Looks good guys! Must meet up sometime for a tractors meet of the GSes...
    Quote Originally Posted by Matt8500 View Post
    I’d definitely be up for that!
    Me too! Tractor meet ups!

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    Lovely day for it.....


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    MM’s bike at Goodwood, amazing to look round it close up!


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    Me and my main ride buddy had a scoot into North Wales today. Stopped at Bala on our way to Barmouth and who do we meet there, none other than Enoch of this very forum.

    I instantly recognised his bike as he pulled in and went to say hello. What a nice guy he is and even though his bike isnt my cup of tea, I gotta admit it does look lovely in the flesh. And them panniers, work of art there Enoch. Anyways good look going forward Enoch, and maybe see you soon again at Bala.

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    Cheers Stuart...

    Good to meet up, love the 765..... maybe see you at the Raven if I’m up to it👍👍

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    Quote Originally Posted by Enoch View Post
    Cheers Stuart...

    Good to meet up, love the 765..... maybe see you at the Raven if I’m up to it
    I doubt we’ll be going the Raven any time soon tbh. Last time we went a couple of weeks back the A49 was buzzing with cops, they were literally everywhere, bikes, cars, unmarked cars and mobile radars. In fact Phil got a speeding ticket on his 1000RR and that will take him to 12 points and a potential ban. He wont do that run again.

    What was that road you recommended, do you have its number is Axx or Bxx or whatever and what part is the good bit. We’ll probably have a go down there.

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    I finally got a chance to get the bike out properly today, it’s good to back in the saddle again.

    What I have realised though is that I definitely have a Shoei shaped head! I recently bought the Schuberth C4 and whilst it is a great lid, my oversized napper prefers a Shoei, so I will be off to buy a Neotec 2 very shortly, I always found the Neotec to be a superb helmet.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Craizeehair View Post
    I finally got a chance to get the bike out properly today, it’s good to back in the saddle again.

    What I have realised though is that I definitely have a Shoei shaped head! I recently bought the Schuberth C4 and whilst it is a great lid, my oversized napper prefers a Shoei, so I will be off to buy a Neotec 2 very shortly, I always found the Neotec to be a superb helmet.


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    Hope you enjoyed the ride! Try the shoei GT air too, Shoei fit my best and I’ve done a fair few miles with one of those. You can get different sized cheek, and other, pads for free when you buy to get a proper fit.

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    Yep, another + for Shoei.
    I have a pair of x-Spirits, and a GT-Air.
    Although heavier, the GT-Air is my go to helmet.
    Very well thought out lid.

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