One thing leads to another... - Page 3

Mr Gazza · 12-01-2016, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by slob

I understand the worry, that said, I've used one repeatedly on both stock magnesium cases and not had a problem ... YET! :-O

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Originally Posted by Dukedesmo

Only problem I had was the holding tool broke, but it was one of the plastic ones - avoid.

I have also heard of the plastic tools breaking...Unsuprisingly.

Is the case breaking story based on fact, or is it an urban myth?

Interesting that the Ducati service tool is a big ring spanner type that fits the drum splines.

SteveG · 07-03-2016, 09:34 PM

Update..

All is spannered and ready for the road... If I had the forks back that is!

Glad I wasn't in a rush, had an email today saying Maxton should complete my GP20 fit and anodise this week... Fingers crossed, been 2 months since I packed them off...Looking forward to having the front back on soon....

Albie · 07-03-2016, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveG

Update..

All is spannered and ready for the road... If I had the forks back that is!

Glad I wasn't in a rush, had an email today saying Maxton should complete my GP20 fit and anodise this week... Fingers crossed, been 2 months since I packed them off...Looking forward to having the front back on soon....

What colour anodising. A light gold or a ohlins colour blingy

SteveG · 07-03-2016, 10:09 PM

Ohlins front bling to match the back Ohlins bling...was ordered. I will see what comes back!

Albie · 07-03-2016, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SteveG

Ohlins front bling to match the back Ohlins bling...was ordered. I will see what comes back!

I bet you cannot wait. Do they do revamped with the subtle gold as I would like a pair done. I have 2 pairs you see. Internals and outside treatment only.

utopia · 07-03-2016, 10:56 PM

SteveG · 08-03-2016, 06:16 PM

Hi Albie. On the anodising I was told any colour you like... They send them off for that to another company....

And yes, I can't wait.. I know they are mad busy now with race season upon us and testing in full swing. Richard from Maxton was away testing somewhere this week... ( tough job but I guess someone has to do it!!!!)...Lucky s@d...

SteveG · 18-03-2016, 06:06 PM

Yippeeeeeeee-! After a bit of chasing and a 2 month wait.... look what the luverly man from UPS delivered today...

Spanner time is here again!!

Need to give the bottom ends a lick of paint and then get 'em on!!

slob · 18-03-2016, 06:34 PM

Sweeeeeeeet!!

utopia · 18-03-2016, 07:04 PM

Glorious !!

SteveG · 26-03-2016, 09:02 PM

.... Back on the road....!!!

Well, I can report that first impressions of the Maxton front end refurb and GP20 cartridge are very,very good.Thanks to Flip and others for the pointers and guidance. The ride quality has improved massively, certainly has tamed the lairy feeling over bumps on my usual "road-test" circular near home and it seems like I have a much better feel of exactly what the front is doing which has given me more confidence in the twisties. Just as well really considering the 2 month wait and the price..Oh.. And I love the anodised gold.. All worth it IMO.

The new discs and pads all round are nicely bedded in and also make a huge difference.... and no more pulsing "pseudo ABS" from the warped front discs. A found and fixed sticky piston in the left calliper wasn't doing me any favours either.

I have certainly got to know my bike better over the winter... Bring on some long warm dry days now for the payback.....

Albie · 26-03-2016, 09:49 PM

Good to know. Bike looks great BTW. I will start saving. Glad I have a spare set to play with at just £60. Now I need to finish the bike and save up for suspension mods.

SteveG · 26-03-2016, 09:53 PM

Cheers Albie.. Did you get my PM ? ... And when is the wedding?

Flip · 27-03-2016, 12:26 AM

Glad you're impressed so far Steve, the bike is looking sweet- I really like the red and black.

I know the wait can be a bit frustrating but I guess it shows how in demand they are and that they're not prepared to compromise their quality by either rushing things or sub-contracting work out (other than the anodising) which cannot be given the attention needed. I have to say I am loving they way they have transformed both my bikes.

Worth noting that the waiting time will always be multiplied by those companies offering services for racing as the season gets close so for those thinking of getting their suspension sorted (whoever you intend to use) if they supply race teams etc. it is worth phoning to have a chat to get a more accurate time scale before starting to strip your bike.

Albie · 27-03-2016, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveG

Cheers Albie.. Did you get my PM ? ... And when is the wedding?

Yes mate. I did reply but it seems some replies don't seem to get to folk lately.

Erm wedding is erm 6 days away. Crikey !

26-03-2016, 09:02 PM	#41
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	.... Back on the road....!!! Well, I can report that first impressions of the Maxton front end refurb and GP20 cartridge are very,very good.Thanks to Flip and others for the pointers and guidance. The ride quality has improved massively, certainly has tamed the lairy feeling over bumps on my usual "road-test" circular near home and it seems like I have a much better feel of exactly what the front is doing which has given me more confidence in the twisties. Just as well really considering the 2 month wait and the price..Oh.. And I love the anodised gold.. All worth it IMO. The new discs and pads all round are nicely bedded in and also make a huge difference.... and no more pulsing "pseudo ABS" from the warped front discs. A found and fixed sticky piston in the left calliper wasn't doing me any favours either. I have certainly got to know my bike better over the winter... Bring on some long warm dry days now for the payback..... Last edited by SteveG; 26-03-2016 at 10:17 PM..

26-03-2016, 09:49 PM	#42
Albie Fanactical volunteer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Kent Bike: M900 Posts: 9,033	Good to know. Bike looks great BTW. I will start saving. Glad I have a spare set to play with at just £60. Now I need to finish the bike and save up for suspension mods. __________________ http://albies93m900.blogspot.co.uk/

27-03-2016, 12:26 AM	#44
Flip Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Beachtown Bike: M900 Posts: 2,188	Glad you're impressed so far Steve, the bike is looking sweet- I really like the red and black. I know the wait can be a bit frustrating but I guess it shows how in demand they are and that they're not prepared to compromise their quality by either rushing things or sub-contracting work out (other than the anodising) which cannot be given the attention needed. I have to say I am loving they way they have transformed both my bikes. Worth noting that the waiting time will always be multiplied by those companies offering services for racing as the season gets close so for those thinking of getting their suspension sorted (whoever you intend to use) if they supply race teams etc. it is worth phoning to have a chat to get a more accurate time scale before starting to strip your bike. __________________ You're perfect, yes, it's true- But without me you're only you! Last edited by Flip; 27-03-2016 at 12:28 AM..

07-03-2016, 09:34 PM	#32
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	Update.. All is spannered and ready for the road... If I had the forks back that is! Glad I wasn't in a rush, had an email today saying Maxton should complete my GP20 fit and anodise this week... Fingers crossed, been 2 months since I packed them off...Looking forward to having the front back on soon....

07-03-2016, 10:09 PM	#34
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	Ohlins front bling to match the back Ohlins bling...was ordered. I will see what comes back!

07-03-2016, 10:56 PM	#36
utopia No turn left unstoned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: leicester Bike: M750 Posts: 4,546

08-03-2016, 06:16 PM	#37
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	Hi Albie. On the anodising I was told any colour you like... They send them off for that to another company.... And yes, I can't wait.. I know they are mad busy now with race season upon us and testing in full swing. Richard from Maxton was away testing somewhere this week... ( tough job but I guess someone has to do it!!!!)...Lucky s@d...

18-03-2016, 06:06 PM	#38
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	Yippeeeeeeee-! After a bit of chasing and a 2 month wait.... look what the luverly man from UPS delivered today... Spanner time is here again!! Need to give the bottom ends a lick of paint and then get 'em on!!

18-03-2016, 06:34 PM	#39
slob . Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: East London Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 9,716	Sweeeeeeeet!!

18-03-2016, 07:04 PM	#40
utopia No turn left unstoned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: leicester Bike: M750 Posts: 4,546	Glorious !!

26-03-2016, 09:53 PM	#43
SteveG Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Newbury Bike: Multiple Monsters Posts: 366	Cheers Albie.. Did you get my PM ? ... And when is the wedding?