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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I think he meant that there are some Chinese made copies around...probably on ebay etc.
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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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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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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.
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 !
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.
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.
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
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.....
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
^^^ 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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Still think that’s the most beautiful bike ever made
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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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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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
RIAC
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.
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
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.
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.
MM’s bike at Goodwood, amazing to look round it close up!
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.
Stuart
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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👍👍
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.
Stuart
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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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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.