Recent content by DesmoAndrew

I do have a question for the forum ... I find that cleaning the calipers pistons is hard .. trying to keep the dust from building up too much. So I just use a toothbrush and SimpleGreen to clean as much of it as I can. I stay away from pushing the pistons out further, or pulling them out all...

yes, Brad was kind enough to suggest an oil level of 160 mm, or perhaps 150 if I planned on really nailing the brakes. I decided to go with 160 mm initially, given it is much higher than what was in the forks. Was out in the shop today re-assembling one of the legs and realized I really need...

Have you seen the videos of DesmoWerx on YouTube? He has a series that addresses building Ducati engines (748, 749, ST4, 1098 as I recall). I find his knowledge to be excellent and have learned much from watching his content. https://www.youtube.com/c/DesmoWerx/featured In particular he...

BMW Alpina ... given that you are building a high output engine, a few things you might consider: [1] Add a case saver to the front sprocket. It will fit under the sprocket cover and prevent a broken chain from ruining an engine. (did that once on a built 999 race bike) [2] Consider having...

regarding those new clip on tubes, if you need someone with a lathe to turn a new ID for the OEM plug, let me know. Easy peasy job to do in my home shop.

I must say this is quite the project/build. So many gorgeous pieces. I'll enjoy watching this come together!

BMW Alpina .. happy to share what I know .. no expert really, just an enthusiast. Will take a look at your 998s thread - sounds interesting!

copy on reaching out to Brad .... thx

new member, a refuge from another forum that has gone down in flames with spammers ... Longtime Duc owner, some bikes I've had the privelage to own/enjoy: 95 900 SS SP, 1993 888, 1993 ST4S, 1994 888 SPO, 1998 996 Bostrom, 2003 999S, 2006 999S Parts Unlimited, 2007 1098 TriColore, 2013 1199...

just joined this forum ... I'm rebuilding the Marzocchi with Ohlins FGK 224 cartridges. A little unsure of the oil level. After removing the spring and spring tube, the oil level is at about 250 mm from the top of the outer stanchion tube, when it is sitting all the way down. Seemed a...