I have just been quoted £900.00 for a desmo service by Leeds Ducati. If its taken Steve 12 hours it’ll probably take me a week to do the job, although this video has properly filled me with confidence and I probably could manage it if I had the patience. Despite being slow and over cautious, I am actually starting to enjoy working on the bikes.
@@laughtonexplorer Morning Steve, The Multi’s going to M-Tech this time, but thats not a reflection on the video! Did you get the message I sent to you?
@@garyherd5751 - hourly rate doesn’t seem too bad compared to Car Dealers. To be fair, with all things considered, it probably took me 12 hours. I got my belts from France as there was a special offer. Still think its a big sum that though… yikes 😱
@@laughtonexplorer You’re welcome! I have had my MTS1200 from new in 2010 and still love it 55k miles later. I dont tour on it, its a sport ride/ big supermoto to me. Power commander, half system, geared down 1 tooth at the front and the wheels from an 1198. Its been measured at 147hp at the wheel and I cant remember exactly how much torque, but it was circa 90+ Lb ft. Its really interesting to see all this work. Thank you very much for all your hard graft in putting out these videos.
@@Ukmongoose3 - really flattered by your words, thank you. It’s humbling to know there are people willing to encourage through words rather than the usual ‘criticisms’ and negativity so thanks. If you’re ever up Yorkshire way give us a shout, we can share a ride out somewhere if you’re up for it?
does it matter what the crank position is before you start on the belts. I noticed people set it to h cylinder tdc, but this method it doesn't really seem to matter . am I wrong?
@@robkirtley2049 correct. However if either of the cylinders is under pressure or the cam is under sprung pressure - especially if any of the valves are open, the piston would come into contact with the valve head, potentially damaging the valve. I was fortunate there was no movement…
Hi Steve, great video gave me confidence to do same on my 2010 1200s. Do you have experience with check valve clearances ? Thinking about giving this a go but would like to see done by likes of yourself!!
