What Did You Do For Your Panigale Today?

able duc · May 28, 2020

Styler said:
My questions to you are:
Did you have forged wheels on your Duc before; and,
If so, did you notice much of a difference?
I am very impressed with the wheels on my Triumph (30,000+ miles and 12 years on them); however, there is unlikely to be THAT much of a weight difference going from forged aluminum wheels on the duck, which are already relatively light.
Do you happen to know the change in weight? The only specs I’ve seen comparing always states the difference to the cast wheels from the base model and not the forged wheels.

I haven't used these wheels yet but did have forged wheels on this earlier, I went from forged on my 1098 to CF and didn't feel a huge difference but thought turn in was a bit different. I have become over the years a bit obsessive about motorcycle weight reduction so even 300 or 400 grams is a big deal to me. I did drop a couple of Kilograms replacing the easy to get to bolts with Ti, I've toyed with the idea of Ti rear axle etc and carbon rear disk but probably out of my league.

BTW I like your tidy and modern workshop.

Styler · May 28, 2020

able duc said:
I haven't used these wheels yet but did have forged wheels on this earlier, I went from forged on my 1098 to CF and didn't feel a huge difference but thought turn in was a bit different. I have become over the years a bit obsessive about motorcycle weight reduction so even 300 or 400 grams is a big deal to me. I did drop a couple of Kilograms replacing the easy to get to bolts with Ti, I've toyed with the idea of Ti rear axle etc and carbon rear disk but probably out of my league.

BTW I like your tidy and modern workshop.

Thanks. These days it’s my office as well. The out-building also has a couch, big screen TV and a beer-fridge . Sometimes it’s difficult to get work done. [emoji87]
I hear you on the use of titanium bolts; I’ve spent quite a bit on them this winter. [emoji51] I am with you on the titanium axle. Thinking of doing that myself (on the front). But, I need to buy a Leatt neck brace first. Safety before bling.

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Styler · May 28, 2020

Received the clamp/bracket for the lap-timer back from powder coating, added an anodized, black aluminum bolt and washer from ProBolt and connected the lap-timer to the ECU. It’s all set up and ready to go. [emoji847]

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Duc-rider · May 28, 2020

TOBTEK said:
We had them custom made. Bought a car lift and chopped it all up to make two bike lifts. DUMB money to do it.... but hela cool.

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Styler · May 30, 2020

I had to replace my triple tree after a crash and tested the bike a couple of weeks ago. Geometry is perfect but the install recommended torque everything after the test day. Sure enough, all but one of the bolts were less than the specified torque of 7.5 Nm.

Styler · May 30, 2020

Styler said:
I had to replace my triple tree after a crash and tested the bike a couple of weeks ago. Geometry is perfect but the install recommended torque everything after the test day. Sure enough, all but one of the bolts were less than the specified torque of 7.5 Nm.

Next up, to test my fix of the leaky sump seal by getting the bike up to temperature. Best I can do without actually putting it on a dyno or taking it to the track. [emoji2369] Hopefully, it’s good to go.

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Papa Cap · May 30, 2020

Got the Translogic load-cell DQS sensor installed today. Clutchless shifts are buttery smooth now.

and TWM shorty folding levers

AmpForE · May 30, 2020

Well, that I’ve dreaded came two weeks ago today. Working in the garage I asked my step son to push in my 1299 because it looked like it was going to rain. All if a sudden I hear a faint struggle, I look up and I see my 1299 way past the point of no return. Crap, a tip over. Will all new parts $1300+ in damage. Mirror, Clutch Cover, right lower faring, and brake level.

I’ve gotten brake lever and faring, with the mirror and clutch cover on the way. Since I was pulling the farings. I’ve also had a rapid bike in a box since November and figured now was a good time to install it.

Can’t wait till it’s all back out together.

V4Missile · May 31, 2020

.... happens! I hope he don't feel TOO bad! Metal and plastic can be fixed.

AmpForE · May 31, 2020

V4Missile said:
.... happens! I hope he don't feel TOO bad! Metal and plastic can be fixed.

No, I wasn’t mad. Things do happen and we learn from them.

Styler · Jun 1, 2020

Ran the bike to check for oil leaks before putting the bellypan and silencers back on. All looked good and should be, but I won’t know for sure until I get it back on the track in three weeks and run the engine under load.
Anyway, it’s back together and I am waiting on parts before I can start the next mini project. [emoji847]
Next up, install of a thumb-braking system and adjustable clip-ons from IMA Special Parts [emoji634][emoji854].

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Styler · Jun 1, 2020

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Styler · Jun 1, 2020

New goodies from IMA Special Parts arrived today. [emoji847][emoji634]

Adjustable clip-ons and a fork-mounted thumb-braking system that has to master cylinders, one for the thumb lever and one for the foot lever.

Install to follow...

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SpartanGA · Jun 1, 2020

Interested in the rear thumb lever. My rear on 1299 FE is useless. It’s like a dead pedal. Plus difficult angle for my boot.

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SickDuc · Jun 1, 2020

Styler said:
New goodies from IMA Special Parts arrived today. [emoji847][emoji634]

Adjustable clip-ons and a fork-mounted thumb-braking system that has to master cylinders, one for the thumb lever and one for the foot lever.

Install to follow...

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I’d like to see pics of this when all mounted up as well please and thank you!

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bradp51 · Jun 3, 2020

Styler said:
New goodies from IMA Special Parts arrived today. [emoji847][emoji634]

Adjustable clip-ons and a fork-mounted thumb-braking system that has to master cylinders, one for the thumb lever and one for the foot lever.

Install to follow...

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Very nice.

Styler · Jun 3, 2020

Here are the adjustable clip-ons. Hand assembled finger tight for now with zero angle from the primary clamp.
This is the right clip-on, which has the additional attachment point for the steering damper (top of pic.).
The large, black bolt enables one to adjust the angle of the bars relative to horizontal.
The ability to adjust this angle is why I purchased these.
The IMA triple clamp is thicker than OEM, which made for a tight fit against the fairing for the non-adjustable Woodcraft clip-ons I had on the bike, which are otherwise just fine.

RetardedTiming · Jun 3, 2020

DHL Fairy put some brand new Unobtanium under my pillow today. Swapping carriers STAT...or maybe I'll just leave them on the coffee table to admire. Ha.

Styler · Jun 3, 2020

RetardedTiming said:
DHL Fairy put some brand new Unobtanium under my pillow today. Swapping carriers STAT...or maybe I'll just leave them on the coffee table to admire. Ha.

Lovely! Please tell me more about these... features and benefits, can they be used with OEM calipers, etc.

RetardedTiming · Jun 3, 2020

Styler said:
Lovely! Please tell me more about these... features and benefits, can they be used with OEM calipers, etc.

Unfortunately they have been out of production for many years. Used sets pop up maybe once every couple of years but the price keeps going up. Yes you can use them with stock calipers but you have to use specific compound pads with them. Ferodo makes a XRAC and ZRAC pad that works beautifully. They weigh 1.4lbs a piece compared to the stock 3.6lbs a piece.

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