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  1. bigdave139

    Trackday Noise testing...

    I know theres a ton of posts on this, but i though it might be useful for anyone looking like i was a few months ago to put all my results in one post. so... re-mapped 2012, standard headers, danmoto decat. all tests were done at msv tracks, 5500rpm on proper db meters. Akra shorty -...
  2. bigdave139

    Brands Hatch Tues 15th

    My first trackday on the sthou.. or any bike for that matter! Anyone else going? Cheers Dave
  3. bigdave139

    BSB Testing

    So i was just looking through the first official test day times... 6 Sthou's in the top 20 SBK, And top of the pile in STK. Not looking too bad for this year! I'll be going to watch the snetterton test on the 9th... anyone else going? Dave
  4. bigdave139

    What else do i need for a trackday???

    So i've done plenty of car trackdays in the past but never a bike one, i'm looking to do one in the next few weeks. I have the usual array of tools, paddock stand etc, and i have bought track fairings (Thanks Niven770) but i know from car days theres always little things that you need, or would...
  5. bigdave139

    Anyone tried these track fairings?

    So i found these on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=251426354971&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:GB:1123 They look ok, and i like the idea of the gelcoated colours, and £405 for a full set including Front fairing , Seat unit with undertray , Seat support , and petrol tank...
  6. bigdave139

    Dyno remap at Hilltop

    So i just got in from a trip to Hilltop for a dyno remap. What a difference! the guys there were great, the bike was running very, very lean after being de-cat'ed, but still put out 187bhp before the mapping. half an hour later and it put out near perfect a/f ratio and 198.5bhp... (would have...
  7. bigdave139

    Exhaust fitting for Noobs.. Danmoto Decat

    Just incase anyone is interested... So i picked up a danmoto decat pipe and a 2010/11 exhaust system from Cornish last night (Nice guy, buy his bike Here) Took it to work today and borrowed the tools, and someone who knew how to use them, to cut the cat of the old system, empty the cat...
  8. bigdave139

    Worth the change to a 200 section rear??

    As per title, is it worth changing to a 200 section rear tyre? Aside from the asthetics, what are the benefits? I was looking at Dunlop Roadsmart2, but they only go to 190, so if i want 200 its the Qualifier II. Any advice/ experiences welcome :encouragement: Cheers Dave (edit to add: the...
  9. bigdave139

    Straight-line Headshake

    Firstly i should point out i know naff all about suspension settings etc, the bike is set exactly how i got it! Whenever i give it beans in a straight line to the point where the front wheel is just going light, i get quite major headshake. Makes no difference on surface, and i've tried all 10...
  10. bigdave139

    SBW Motorrad - Hertford

    I dont know if anyone knows of them or has used them, all i can say is if you havent, dont. Took my bike in last wednesday (yes, a week ago!!) for a service and to get a new DID chain fitted while its there. Turns out the chain requires a different riveting tool as it has hollow pins... which...
  11. bigdave139

    DID Chain hollow link and BMW Dealer...

    So i took my bike into SBW Motorrad in Hertford on wednesday for a service, and while it was in there thought i'd get them to fit the DID chain and sprockets that i've had sitting around and not got round to fitting... book a half day from work thursday and a mate does the same to run me over...
  12. bigdave139

    BSB Brands Hatch this sunday... anyone going??

    Planning on riding to brands for BSB on sunday, just wondered if anyone else was going? :frog:
  13. bigdave139

    Carbon look badges...?

    So I'm trying to keep my bike black/carbon and gold, and have some lovely carbon bits on the way from Carbonweb(at a very good price!:applause:) But i want to swap out the BMW badges on the fairings for something like this.. I have scoured ebay etc and can only find 82, 73, or 68MM...
  14. bigdave139

    Hi from Stevenage

    Hi all. After hiring a puke yellow s1000 for 3 days in australia i fell in love, and have finally bitten the bullet and made a purchase. I've had one small glitch with it (See http://s1000rrforum.co.uk/showthread.php?2699-Cutting-out-dying-while-in-full-flow ) Otherwise its been perfect! If...
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