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Looking to install the full Akrapovic exhaust system on my 2019 Panigale V4S and would like to get some feedback, helpful tips and lessons learned about the installation. I haven't torn my bike down to the extent in which it will need to be torn down in order to install the exhaust but I have...

Me and my Beautiful Red

Hey guys, I recently fitted a full Akrapovic system to my 1299S and thought I'd share some words of wisdom that they don't tell you in the install guide. In no particular order: Before starting, remove the rear subframe, both sides of the fairings and the fan assembly at the front underside...

On my 899 I ran the loom just behind the radiator and protected the fins with a sheet of perspex. I'm just about to fit the controller and wiring to the 1199 and wondered where you ran your loom? Anyone come up with any great ideas? I'm fitting a full exhaust and suspension so it will be nude...

Hi guys, This question is probably less applicable for the lucky lot who live in California, but I live in the UK and weather is turd. I've not even turned the key on my bike for 3 months (long story but usually I'm out at least every 2 weeks over winter). Any tips on how best to wake the...

Hey guys, Just installed my rapidbike race and it was a PITA for something that's plug and play. Anyway I thought I'd list some tips so others may have an easier time. 1. Remove the bolt under the drain plug and under the belly fairings on each side. 2. With those removed, loosen the two...

Does any one have any useful tips for fitting these. I am at last reaching the end of this year long project, delayed for numerous reasons. I am fitting the Lieb Speed ones which have an extra securing tab in them which clips under the side of the nose fairing at right angles to it. Being carbon...

Just bagged a spare exhaust so I can core it. Any tips before I get stuck in? Thanks in advance

I've decided that I want to go with a set of Ducabike red tips to replace the gold ones on the levers that came on my 1199. Just wondering if there is anyone out there that might be interested in trading"¦ Any takers? Mods, please feel free to move this to the Classifieds if that would be...

After spending the last week removing the stock exhuast and installing the new Termi's I thought I would share a little of my exerience as to possibly help other not make mistakes I made and possible make the install easier. REMOVAL of stock components. I cannot stress enough the...

Hi guys my name is Dorotheos and friends call me DoDo. Next week i will go to pick up my new ducati 1199s and i want your tips for the first rides. Should i be very restrict with the first rpm that the manual says? Thats all for the beggining actually.

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HI Guys, I'm creating a tech tips sticky. I know a lot of content has already been posted but perhaps we can start putting some of that here. Perhaps we can even move some of the existing content here in the form of links to other threads? Just a thought Here's a link to Phil's exc. info...

I am trying to take the top triple clamp off to install a motoreva accessory mount. I have removed the three clamp bolts, but it will not budge. Any tips for getting it off without damaging anything? I have an 1199S - so I am hoping I can lift off the triple clamp and slide it over the...

I am looking to fit the Carbon Fibre Key Guard and Air Ducts. I am having trouble with the left side fitment and would like any tips. The standard plastic part is flexible and easy to fit but the CF is rock solid.

Thought it would useful to build a list of interesting facts, owner tips and undocumented features. I'm sure everyone gets the idea. Everything is currently an undocumented feature for me, as I still don't have an English Owners Guide, however, I do have an interesting fact... The...