Forum: Old's Cool
07-22-2010, 04:33 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,236
Thanks again for help in solving this thing. ...
Thanks again for help in solving this thing. This problem existed before the new ignition went in. I thought the new ignition would solve. Again, I'm back to a carb problem causing it because now...
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-19-2010, 01:53 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,236
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-16-2010, 12:19 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,236
Thanks
Thanks for the suggestions. After a little more searching, it seems I'm getting either no spark, or very weak spark on the left side. It would start on 1 cylinder, and then when I pulled the plug...
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-16-2010, 06:57 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,236
R90S fouling plugs
My R90S ('76) is fouling plugs. Seems to be mostly the left side. Just upgraded to an electronic ignition and thoroughly cleaned all the jets and what not in the carbs. Any ideas? Thanks for the...
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Forum: Beasts
04-06-2009, 03:30 PM
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Replies: 20
Views: 5,072
1998 On Vermont CL
I keep seeing one on Vermont CL. Being CT, you're not that far away. It's been posted a couple of times, so might be ready to sell. Asking is $4500. The description sounds like it's been very...
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Forum: Old's Cool
11-12-2008, 05:27 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
Some progress
Well, I've cleaned connections, cleaned the fuse contacts, and cleaned out the kill switch contacts. Put all back together and all was in good shape. All lights, and it fired right up (of course it...
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Forum: Old's Cool
11-07-2008, 05:38 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
Still no luck
I'm still sorting. I have 12 volts at the ignition, so I'm assuming that the juice is making its way from battery through diode, relay and so on. Both grounds are cleaned and secure, but now I'm...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-29-2008, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
1976
The bike is a '76. I have the clock disconnected because it doesn't work right. I should connect it to see. Thanks for all of the insight and encouragement!
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-27-2008, 06:38 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
Plot Thickens
So, I pull the headlight to check connections and put a meter on the ignition. The ignition seemed fine on the meter (though my electrical genius is seriously lacking). I found a black wire coming...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-27-2008, 02:15 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
Thanks
Thanks for all of the suggestions. Just heading out to sort this out. Thanks again.
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-26-2008, 05:31 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-26-2008, 05:00 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 1,378
R90S--No Electricity!!
I thought my electrical issues went with the selling of my Ducati...
Rode my R90S yesterday for a short distance. No issues--fired right up. I went to ride today and when I turned the key...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-12-2008, 05:08 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 694
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-11-2008, 05:40 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 694
'76 R90S Shift/Brake Levers
Just picked up a '76 R90S. I knew the shift and rear brake levers weren't original when I bought it. Not a big deal, however, the rear brake won't bite at all. i know airhead rear brakes are poor,...
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Forum: Beasts
08-30-2008, 01:46 PM
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Replies: 564
Views: 86,781
Speedo Cable
Ducati says no in the Speedo Cable because it is a Cagiva part. Sorry I don't have the part number with me, but I ordered 1 a few months ago from Letko Cycles in Kansas City. It was my first...
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Forum: Beasts
08-24-2008, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 564
Views: 86,781
1995 Elefant Oil Leak (flood...)
There is a major oil leak that appears to be coming from the back cylinder where the part with the black fins meets the part with the silver fins. I've inspected all around the seam, and it seems...
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Forum: Beasts
05-23-2008, 03:29 AM
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Replies: 564
Views: 86,781
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Forum: Beasts
05-22-2008, 05:24 PM
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Replies: 564
Views: 86,781
Speedo Cable 1995 E900
Thanks for pointing me to this thread. I discovered my speedo cable is broken. I ordered a new cable for a supersport. The connections are correct, but it's way too short. Cable suggestions? ...
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Forum: Beasts
05-07-2008, 03:13 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 372
Elefant Speedometer
Here I am again with tech questions about my '95 E900. The speedo stopped working on my way home from work today. Top speed of my commute is usually about 50mph. Today I jumped on the highway for...
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Forum: Beasts
05-04-2008, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 655
It was the gas
Thanks for the advice. It was the gas. Drained carbs, flushed new gas through and there it is. Thanks for the help.
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Forum: Beasts
05-01-2008, 05:13 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 655
Electircal Update/Vacuum?
I cleaned all of the connections in and around the fuse box. Everything appeared to be good. Replaced fuses, put in a new battery, and still no start. Replaced both plugs and they seem to be...
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Forum: Beasts
04-29-2008, 02:09 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 655
Fuse itself
It is the fuse itself that melted. Though now that I've read some, I better check the back of that box to be sure that's not melting too.
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Forum: Beasts
04-29-2008, 02:08 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 655
Top fuse
It is the top fuse in the box which appears to connect to the regulator. The bike is a 1995.
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Forum: Beasts
04-28-2008, 05:34 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 655
E900 Elefant Help
My 1995 E900 Elefant won't start. When I started looking around, I found a fuse that appears to be melted--not a blown fuse--the actual plastic of the fuse is melted. I'm not sure if the fuse and...
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Forum: Americas
11-29-2007, 07:54 AM
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Replies: 58
Views: 5,376
Vermont Crossing
I cross at least once per month between Vermont and Quebec with no problems using only my driver's license. The senators from Vermont are attempting to extend the period of needing passports for...
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Forum: Canada
11-29-2007, 07:36 AM
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Replies: 38
Views: 2,815
Red Bay and St. Anthony
Try to fit in time for a stop in <st1:placename w:st="on"><st1:placename u1:st="on">Red</st1:placename></st1:placename> <st1:placetype w:st="on"><st1:placetype...
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Forum: Beasts
11-06-2007, 05:54 PM
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Replies: 238
Views: 103,104
Stock Monster Parts?
Doc Rock, Did you get the stock Monster parts that were taken off of the bike? Congrats on an awesome Ducati.
By the way, my signature at the bottom of my posts used to say, "My Elefant is not...
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-14-2007, 08:47 AM
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Replies: 59
Views: 3,912
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Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths
10-14-2007, 08:37 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 434
Legend, Bud Ekins, Passes Away at 77
Here's the article from the New York Times.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/12/arts/12ekins.html?ex=1349841600&en=ed005d503245c354&ei=5088&partner=rssnyt&emc=rss
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Forum: Road warriors
10-09-2007, 07:01 PM
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Replies: 29
Views: 2,202
GS Sounds Good
Your GS idea sounds good. It's big enough to be comfortable, but will handle the dirt roads well. The only issue with the trailer is keeping it out of the ruts. It could really throw you off if...
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Forum: Beasts
10-09-2007, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,252
Great machine
Great bike. I just bought mine this past spring and have not missed my R100GSPD for 1 second.
However, how did your ass survive a 2 day trip with the kind of mileage? That stock seat sucks! ...
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Forum: Beasts
09-12-2007, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
Manual
I have a manual for the 1995 E900 Elefant. Is this the one you're looking for? I'm happy to copy and send to you. Sent a PM as well.
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Forum: Beasts
09-07-2007, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
Good one.
Great picture!...but I was just looking for a decal that said the word "Elefant." Although this one would probably turn more heads...
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Forum: Beasts
09-04-2007, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
Elefant Decals
Know of a source for decals? I'd like a set of the "Elefant" decals, but have not had luck finding them. I did find some cool Agip decals with the charging elephant on them.
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Forum: Beasts
08-15-2007, 05:18 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,310
Slow Ducs
All Ducs of that vintage act the same way at slow speeds. Ride a mid-90's 900 SS or CR and you'll find the same jerkyness at slow speeds.
It took me some getting used to after riding an...
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Forum: Beasts
08-08-2007, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,065
Too Far
The bike's in VT. Really want to hold on to it, but for the right price......
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Forum: Beasts
08-06-2007, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,065
'95 in Blue
Here's my '95 in blue. Has about 14km on it. Great bike.
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Forum: Beasts
06-11-2007, 07:06 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
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Forum: Beasts
06-11-2007, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
[quote=G-Funk]Greetings everyone ......
3....
[quote=G-Funk]Greetings everyone ......
3. Not to sound stupid, because I think I know the answer, but again just to put it out there - low beams = only 1 headlight on. Highbeams = both. Is this...
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Forum: Beasts
06-11-2007, 06:49 PM
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Replies: 2,131
Views: 416,004
Here's Mine
Just bought this from MUDDY. I love it so far. It's only got 12.5 km on the clock. Seems to go MUCH faster than my R100GS.........:yikes
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