1100 Evo mods - an addicts tale - Page 4

Luddite · 26-06-2017, 06:28 PM

I knew I was tempting fate when I said I'd stopped buying stuff for the Evo! So here are the latest additions...

When I was messing about with the Lidl endoscope, (looking inside the vertical cylinder), I noticed that the plug cap seemed looser than usual. A quick check revealed that the collar that attaches the cap to the plug had two splits down its length, which the horizontal cylinder cap doesn't have:

I did wonder if this was some form of expansion joint, (to take into account the higher temperatures of the vertical cylinder), but that wasn't the case. So it's either just worn out or my ham-fisted attempts at removal have taken their toll.

Anyway, whatever the reason, it gave me an excuse to get these nice red silicone leads by Magnecore http://www.magnecor.co.uk/ from these people http://www.sparkplugs.co.uk.

They appear well made and fit well, being exactly the same length as the originals. They claim to be a higher spec. than OE and, while I can't detect any difference, I can say that they do their job perfectly and you get both leads for about the price of one Ducati replacement.

So, if your leads are needing replacement soon, I can recommend these.

And then, while I was poking around the cylinder heads, I treated myself to a pair of these camshaft covers from MVS in Germany http://www.mvs-performance.de/

Like all MVS stuff, they are beautifully machined and are straight replacements for the big, black lumps that were on there before. They nicely complement my MVS rocker cover too!

So, that's it - no more spending (well, this week anyway!).

09-07-2017, 10:47 PM

Cracking Spec! Just followed you lead and ordered the tinted Screen! Exhaust all removed and in process of polishing, and I went for the evotech hanger! Cheers for sharing the mod list.

Pete

Luddite · 10-07-2017, 09:56 AM

Great, another addict!

Hope you enjoy your Evo as much as I do, Pete.

With the screen, I think it took over three weeks to arrive but, as it's only £10 and postage was free, I was happy to wait. If you're a but OCD like me, you might want to open up the mounting holes a little with a round file for that perfect fit.

Bear in mind the exhaust polishing is not a one-off; it will start to go bronze again after a few hundred miles. But after you've done it once, it's no real chore to buff it up again every few weeks or so (that Solvol stuff is wipe on/wipe off so is really quick to use).

As for the Evotech hanger, absolutely top quality design and finish. You won't be disappointed! Excellent customer service too: http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...7&postcount=11

Enjoy!

10-07-2017, 10:22 AM

First ride out yesterday, love how nimble it is! And just the character of a Ducati.

Yeah I'll do the same on the screen, no real rush new it would take a while to come.

Yeah certainly not a one off job, I'll give it a quick buff from time to time but worth it for the looks, only thing that really lets the bike down from a cleanliness point of view.

Went for the hanger after receiving the tail tidy, really good finish and factory looks.

Look forward to seeing what you have planned next........

Luddite · 10-07-2017, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Petej

Look forward to seeing what you have planned next........

There's not much left now on my shopping list, Pete. Maybe some LSL bars and different risers.

If you're looking for some inspiration on what you can really do with an Evo, have a look at Merlin's baby:

http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...ad.php?t=55254

That's a real Evo evolution!

350TSS · 10-07-2017, 01:40 PM

What a gorgeous bike, with possibly the best engine fitted to a Ducati (air c00led is best)

Luddite · 10-07-2017, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 350TSS

What a gorgeous bike, with possibly the best engine fitted to a Ducati (air c00led is best)

Thanks for the kind words. I'd love to be able to do a custom build like yours but, as I lack the knowledge, skills, resources and definitely patience, I'll have to make do with bolt-ons!

Like you, I'm a big fan of the air-cooled lumps. The best I've experienced, as delivered, was the twin spark unit in my S2R - a very sweet motor. Unfortunately, the Evo engine is hampered by emission/noise control paraphernalia, which screws up the low speed running. But, once that's removed and the ECU remapped, the engine is a peach. My best one (so far!).

Darren69 · 10-07-2017, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Luddite

Thanks for the kind words. I'd love to be able to do a custom build like yours but, as I lack the knowledge, skills, resources and definitely patience, I'll have to make do with bolt-ons!

Like you, I'm a big fan of the air-cooled lumps. The best I've experienced, as delivered, was the twin spark unit in my S2R - a very sweet motor. Unfortunately, the Evo engine is hampered by emission/noise control paraphernalia, which screws up the low speed running. But, once that's removed and the ECU remapped, the engine is a peach. My best one (so far!).

Yep 1000ie DS motor is best 2V by a country mile, the 1100 might be ok, not tried one but from posts on here its the low speed efi that messes things up. Oh and the 1100S is probably better than the Evo on paper at least, even if it is a bit down on overall HP, so what? The S s looks better to IMHO. But if you bolt all those goodies on then its all good.

Oh btw food for thought you need a yoke mounted steering damper and a carbon subframe and maybe, possibly 1100s wheels or BST.

11-07-2017, 09:46 PM

You've just racked another £4K to £5K shopping list Darren !!

Luddite · 11-07-2017, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by bazread

You've just racked another £4K to £5K shopping list Darren !!

That'll have to wait until the lottery win I think - and, since I don't do the lottery, that could be a long wait!

chris.p · 28-09-2017, 12:49 PM

Oooooh, pretty, wheres my wallet :-)

Luddite · 28-09-2017, 02:44 PM

That's what I like about Desmoworld, Chris, they always have something I don't need tempting me to spend money I don't have!

S4R Dude · 28-09-2017, 03:12 PM

They do look good though.

chris.p · 28-09-2017, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Luddite

That's what I like about Desmoworld, Chris, they always have something I don't need tempting me to spend money I don't have!

And I bet they dont lose there coating as soon as you show them an allen key

Albie · 28-09-2017, 07:59 PM

They look good. My carbon vani stuff needed them on my 1100s back in the day. They were poorly made around the bolt holes tbh.

26-06-2017, 06:28 PM	#1
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	I knew I was tempting fate when I said I'd stopped buying stuff for the Evo! So here are the latest additions... When I was messing about with the Lidl endoscope, (looking inside the vertical cylinder), I noticed that the plug cap seemed looser than usual. A quick check revealed that the collar that attaches the cap to the plug had two splits down its length, which the horizontal cylinder cap doesn't have: I did wonder if this was some form of expansion joint, (to take into account the higher temperatures of the vertical cylinder), but that wasn't the case. So it's either just worn out or my ham-fisted attempts at removal have taken their toll. Anyway, whatever the reason, it gave me an excuse to get these nice red silicone leads by Magnecore http://www.magnecor.co.uk/ from these people http://www.sparkplugs.co.uk. They appear well made and fit well, being exactly the same length as the originals. They claim to be a higher spec. than OE and, while I can't detect any difference, I can say that they do their job perfectly and you get both leads for about the price of one Ducati replacement. So, if your leads are needing replacement soon, I can recommend these. And then, while I was poking around the cylinder heads, I treated myself to a pair of these camshaft covers from MVS in Germany http://www.mvs-performance.de/ Like all MVS stuff, they are beautifully machined and are straight replacements for the big, black lumps that were on there before. They nicely complement my MVS rocker cover too! So, that's it - no more spending (well, this week anyway!). Last edited by Luddite; 01-07-2019 at 11:44 AM.. Reason: Escape from Photobucket

28-09-2017, 07:59 PM	#15
Albie Fanactical volunteer Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Kent Bike: M900 Posts: 9,033	They look good. My carbon vani stuff needed them on my 1100s back in the day. They were poorly made around the bolt holes tbh. __________________ http://albies93m900.blogspot.co.uk/

09-07-2017, 10:47 PM	#2
Petej Guest Posts: n/a	Cracking Spec! Just followed you lead and ordered the tinted Screen! Exhaust all removed and in process of polishing, and I went for the evotech hanger! Cheers for sharing the mod list. Pete

10-07-2017, 09:56 AM	#3
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	Great, another addict! Hope you enjoy your Evo as much as I do, Pete. With the screen, I think it took over three weeks to arrive but, as it's only £10 and postage was free, I was happy to wait. If you're a but OCD like me, you might want to open up the mounting holes a little with a round file for that perfect fit. Bear in mind the exhaust polishing is not a one-off; it will start to go bronze again after a few hundred miles. But after you've done it once, it's no real chore to buff it up again every few weeks or so (that Solvol stuff is wipe on/wipe off so is really quick to use). As for the Evotech hanger, absolutely top quality design and finish. You won't be disappointed! Excellent customer service too: http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...7&postcount=11 Enjoy!

10-07-2017, 10:22 AM	#4
Petej Guest Posts: n/a	First ride out yesterday, love how nimble it is! And just the character of a Ducati. Yeah I'll do the same on the screen, no real rush new it would take a while to come. Yeah certainly not a one off job, I'll give it a quick buff from time to time but worth it for the looks, only thing that really lets the bike down from a cleanliness point of view. Went for the hanger after receiving the tail tidy, really good finish and factory looks. Look forward to seeing what you have planned next........

10-07-2017, 01:40 PM	#6
350TSS Too much time on my hands member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Shipbourne Bike: M900 Posts: 1,419	What a gorgeous bike, with possibly the best engine fitted to a Ducati (air c00led is best)

11-07-2017, 09:46 PM	#9
bazread Guest Posts: n/a	You've just racked another £4K to £5K shopping list Darren !!

28-09-2017, 12:49 PM	#11
chris.p Gold Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: lincoln Bike: No Bike Yet! Posts: 876	Oooooh, pretty, wheres my wallet :-)

28-09-2017, 02:44 PM	#12
Luddite Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Southampton Bike: M1100evo Posts: 2,465	That's what I like about Desmoworld, Chris, they always have something I don't need tempting me to spend money I don't have!

28-09-2017, 03:12 PM	#13
S4R Dude Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Vidouze Bike: S4r Posts: 138	They do look good though.