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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    This is also done a few months ago, I installed the Radiator Fluid Filler Neck (cleaned and painted in Red Anodize Paint) to the EVR Carbon Radiator Fluid Reservoir using ProTi Titanium bolts as usual: Then add the brand new Cagiva Logo radiator cap, just for that OLD SCHOOL theme...
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    V4RG build

    Hi @Motosurgeon , I just noticed you have the Rade Garage tank system installed. How do you like it compared to the stock tank (and seat) assembly? Also, can you please post more information and pictures of the V4 extreme sprocket carrier with cush drive delete? I am curious about this kit.
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    This was also a few months ago, installing the throttle cable to the 748 throttle assembly because it has that rev-up function to warm up the engine: Of course, it won't be DUCATIModified style if the throttle assy remain stock, so I add Rizoma ICON grips. However, turns out they are not...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    More drain hoses (extension with Y connector): Hoses to Gas Tank
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    This is another filter assembly with it's plastic bracket. This plastic bracket is NO LONGER Available from Ducati and I bought the last 2 remaining new I can find: Connect the electric connector to the fuel pump: By the way, those hoses clamps bolts will soon be replaced with a...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    But first, we need to build the brand new fuel pump assembly, with every part brand new. Side by side comparison between my old 998 fuel assembly that came with the bike and the brand new base plate, notice the fuel level sensor is now a different design: Here are all the brand new parts...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    Let's focus more on the AN Fitting for the fuel pump to the Injector assembly. First I bought this TITANIUM adapters that will adapt the metric thread I machined into my custom TITANIUM injector adapter to AN fitting: Test fit with the 3D printed prototype: Add the AN Fitting then see if...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    In the meantime (again these are all a few months ago): The new Samco radiator hoses arrived. I actually had a green color set, but after more staring at the whole color combination, I decided to buy another set, this time in a black color just like a stock Ducati hose: More fittings for the...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    Talking about the airbox, it is time to add all the rubber seals and drain hoses, all brand new fresh from Ducati factory, and so glad to see these type of things still Made in Italy 🤣: Using old trusty Toyota Rubber Grease: Rubber Seal (to seal the airbox with the lower part of the gas...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    Next was test fitting the available space under the gas tank for the upcoming Titanium Machined AN fitting adapter to the injector assembly... Yap, custom CNC machined adapter made of GRADE 5 TITANIUM :cool: . Now what you see below is just the Blue 3D printed prototype of the future AN fitting...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    I also test fit the Rear Brake Caliper DryBreak Staubli fitting and ProTi Titanium Banjo Bolts (I have 2 size length to choose which size is better): Yes, it is GORGEOUS as expected :love::
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    Ok, this was a few months ago, during end of year holidays. I started testing installing the fuel pump assembly onto the gas tank. Testing? Yes, because in DUCATIModified realm, everything that can be improved will be modified :cool: But first, the standard stuff, like touching up some part...
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    V4RG build

    Do you mean getting the axle from K-Bike? If yes, then I think that is the easiest and most cost-effective solution without permanent alteration to the Showa fork lower.
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    V4RG build

    As long as the USD to EUR exchange rate becomes more favorable again... I wish I bought my GP4-LM calipers in January of this year, but like @Motosurgeon I was waiting for the Black Friday deal...
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    Ducati 998s FE Final Edition (REPLICA but MODIFIED FAR BEYOND the Original) Build Thread

    A few days ago, the 10mm brake caliper spacer from UK arrived: They are here to replace the 16mm Motocorse brake caliper spacer that came with the Motocorse fork bottom billet kit: The Motocorse 16mm is too thick causing the brake pad to hang above the outer diameter of the 320mm rotor...
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