Title: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on August 25, 2012, 12:40:02 PM Was on the hunt for an M900 , however, ended up settling on this 02 S4. Not sure what's coming on and what's coming off as she started with a fair amount of nice modifications....
(http://[url=http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/vp2685261_1_large.jpg]http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/vp2685261_1_large.jpg[/url]) I do know the forks and shock will need new rings. The ones I received from RaceTech was pretty money. i'm not going to change the tank/wheel colors cause I think the bike looks really this nice way. Will most likely change the decals and add a stripe somewhere. We'll see where this thing will take me..... Title: Re: FrankenMonster's Sister (Monster 900 Build) Post by: slowkitty on August 27, 2012, 07:14:19 AM The 916 SSS is slimmer than the M900 engine. Trim down the sides of the engine, dig out the bearings, fit the SSS. Get rid of the shock holder on the M900 frame, weld a new holder, install a new pivot and brace. Re-route top exhaust header if necessary.
Now with the S2R the SSS conversion is not really born out of necessity. Good luck. Title: Re: FrankenMonster's Sister (Monster 900 Build) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on August 27, 2012, 07:18:46 AM The 916 SSS is slimmer than the M900 engine. Trim down the sides of the engine, dig out the bearings, fit the SSS. Get rid of the shock holder on the M900 frame, weld a new holder, install a new pivot and brace. Re-route top exhaust header if necessary. Now with the S2R the SSS conversion is not really born out of necessity. Good luck. :o Title: Re: FrankenMonster's Sister (Monster 900 Build) Post by: slowkitty on August 28, 2012, 06:27:30 PM Oh yes, the SSS rear shock may also result in a higher height. This will affect the sidestand.
The solution is to reduce the length of the shock's strut, but you may have to re-thread the strut if the threads are too short. Title: Re: FrankenMonster's Sister (Monster 900 Build) Post by: Travman on August 29, 2012, 09:58:14 AM I think it would be easier if you use a S2R or S4R SSS.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Slide Panda on September 29, 2012, 06:04:44 PM Do not ever think about changing the colors. I'll come smack you if you do! Senna colors are teh secksy
As far as gearing CA-cycle works will have the stock gearing so you can see how much it's been changed out Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on September 29, 2012, 06:34:52 PM sorry the guy took your bike away.......well my bike until he paid. You'd have a very nice M900 :P :P :P
Ok clutch basket cover http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ZDM026/Clutch-Brakes/ZDM026.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ZDM026/Clutch-Brakes/ZDM026.html) I think the gold contrast would be great with the brakes, rotors and rear carrier. Another that could work would be a stone grey but then it'd be over doing it on the color scheme. Start slowly and do it tastefully.....well, most have tried and most have failed. ;D best looking fender on any Monster IMO http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/006D7/Carbon/006D7.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/006D7/Carbon/006D7.html) (clear coat all carbon) don't swap the rotors unless you stick to the same color and add some red buttons, and lastly consider powder coating the belt covers black to add contrast. I think that would look great. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Raux on September 30, 2012, 12:08:03 AM ok, is it just me, but I wouldn't change a thing on that bike. maybe get it all up to specs on seals/brakes/belts, etc. but the bike is as perfect an S4 as I've seen.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on September 30, 2012, 06:59:00 AM ok, is it just me, but I wouldn't change a thing on that bike. maybe get it all up to specs on seals/brakes/belts, etc. but the bike is as perfect an S4 as I've seen. The bike has been done well. There are just a couple of things for me I prefer. Mostly the clipons and a proper suspension setup. I was able to talk the seller down to a lower price because I had to cover the 12K service so it's all buttoned up from DucPond. sorry the guy took your bike away.......well my bike until he paid. You'd have a very nice M900 :P :P :P Ok clutch basket cover http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ZDM026/Clutch-Brakes/ZDM026.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ZDM026/Clutch-Brakes/ZDM026.html) I think the gold contrast would be great with the brakes, rotors and rear carrier. Another that could work would be a stone grey but then it'd be over doing it on the color scheme. Start slowly and do it tastefully.....well, most have tried and most have failed. ;D best looking fender on any Monster IMO http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/006D7/Carbon/006D7.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/006D7/Carbon/006D7.html) (clear coat all carbon) don't swap the rotors unless you stick to the same color and add some red buttons, and lastly consider powder coating the belt covers black to add contrast. I think that would look great. [clap] on PCing the belt covers. [clap] on the CF front fender. Might take a dremel to that just a wee bit [thumbsdown] to the low mount pipes. Keep'em high my friend Thanks for the thought on the rotors.....Might have to go with Brembo's if I want to keep the color going. Galfers don't come in that color. Do not ever think about changing the colors. I'll come smack you if you do! Senna colors are teh secksy As far as gearing CA-cycle works will have the stock gearing so you can see how much it's been changed out Not changing the color on that bike. I dig it. Might add a vinyl stripe of some sort but thats a TBD. Kinda like the deception. My S2R has the S4R racing stripe placement and this may get something similar or a one off...... Anyone know if a SSS shock off an S2R will fit an S4? Otherwise the searh will be on at some point for a more suitable rear shock Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: DucHead on September 30, 2012, 05:00:54 PM Powercoat the swingarm to match the frame and leave it at that.
That's a beautiful bike. [thumbsup] Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: kopfjäger on September 30, 2012, 06:55:50 PM Get rid of the gold.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: uglyducky on September 30, 2012, 10:18:43 PM wow, that thing is beautiful. I wouldn't touch a thing (ahahahahahahha, i'm lyin my ass off). but it is pretty as hell. good score man. rearsets, clip ons, and LOW MOUNT PIPES even though I know you don't like em, and powdercoat those belt covers for sure, that would really set off a little contrast. I'm so in love with those rizoma belt covers. impossible to find and out of production. you did well my man.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: lazylightnin717 on October 01, 2012, 07:35:51 AM Stock gearing was 15/37.
I put a 39 on the rear and it is fantastic. I don't do much around town riding though. Keep the high mounts and paint the rad covers red. Stock S4 had the Brembo snowflakes up front AFAIK. Bike looks great man. The S4 is a great bike. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Speeddog on October 01, 2012, 09:40:23 AM Dunno if it's the lighting, but that rear disc looks funky.
Lazyj is correct, they did come with snowflakes. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 01, 2012, 09:42:59 AM Thanks for all the tips.
< side question> Do I turn my S2R into a track bike or keep two beauty queens in the garage? Did Cal. Superbike School again this year and would like to do more track days. Getting $$$ using their machines vs. mine, just worried about tracking my S2R in current form and laying it down (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Project%20Stealth/DSC_0055.jpg) </side question> Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Uncle Mofo on October 01, 2012, 10:23:01 AM What happened to the blue S4R?
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 01, 2012, 10:34:26 AM What happened to the blue S4R? Paid the deposit and went for final inspection and it was revealed that the owner dropped it on right and left side. Bike had dents where the clipons touched. Got my deposit back and got the S4. No SSS love for me on this one but still a beaut. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Slide Panda on October 01, 2012, 10:43:14 AM <side question> Do I turn my S2R into a track bike or keep two beauty queens in the garage? Did Cal. Superbike School again this year and would like to do more track days. Getting $$$ using their machines vs. mine, just worried about tracking my S2R in current form and laying it down </side question> 3rd bike... track bike. SV650 with full plastics with a few farkles. Ride the ever loving piss out of it and not worry about. Monsters don't make the greatest track bikes, and you'd be looking at a good bit of $$$ and hassle to fit it with some fairings and such. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Uncle Mofo on October 01, 2012, 11:28:32 AM I see. That S4 Senna is beautiful [thumbsup]
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on October 01, 2012, 03:41:09 PM That sucks. Did,they lower the price due to the dents?
I'd sell the s2r and get a different track bike where parts are cheap and plentiful. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 01, 2012, 07:28:07 PM That sucks. Did,they lower the price due to the dents? I'd sell the s2r and get a different track bike where parts are cheap and plentiful. They offered to lower the price to around $5300.00 but I would still have to fix dents which would cost about $400. With mileage and dents I thought the S4 would be a better choice and as we discussed Ducpond is a reputable shop. Can't sell the S2R unless I remove some of the aftermarket parts (OZ wheels, steering damper, swap triples and controls, seat and 999 forks) . Would lose too much $$$ if sold in current state. Wonder how much different the 999 forks are from the 916's Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on October 01, 2012, 08:11:33 PM Keep'em all and find an sv650 beater
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 11, 2012, 08:11:51 AM Anyone have any experience with Battlax 003R's? Came on the S4. Never ridden on Bridgestone's before and understand these are race tires and not road tires. Thinkin I need to swap these sooner rather than later if I plan on riding this in the winter months....
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: duccarlos on October 11, 2012, 08:45:18 AM If you go with the tail chop, the cans might be a tad too long. That's about all I would change on it.
+11tybillion on getting a beater for the track. SV's make for excellent beaters. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Slide Panda on October 11, 2012, 08:53:30 AM The 003s are street sports - in line with the Pirelli Super Corses. Soft and sticky, but don't expect them to last too long.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 11, 2012, 09:11:09 AM If you go with the tail chop, the cans might be a tad too long. That's about all I would change on it. +11tybillion on getting a beater for the track. SV's make for excellent beaters. Agreed. I have a set of shotgun style Arrow's for my S2R that I hope I can retrofit to the S4 with the right brackets, etc. Not a fan of Termi's but that's just me (others will disagree). Also turns out from exchanges with the previous owner, the bike has: PowerCommander tuned by Eraldo Ferracci CycleCat clutch cover DP slipper clutch Time to get aquainted with her over the few remaining weekends. Just hope my S2R doesn't get jealous of her new mancave mate..... Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 11, 2012, 09:12:19 AM The 003s are street sports - in line with the Pirelli Super Corses. Soft and sticky, but don't expect them to last too long. Thanks Panda re: tires. Rest assured, color combo isn't changing..... Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Slide Panda on October 11, 2012, 09:21:07 AM Told you man, I know that bike. It's a bad machine... the sound...
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: zooom on October 11, 2012, 09:30:25 AM Told you man, I know that bike. It's a bad machine... the sound... +1...know the owner and the bike also...it is a bad mamma-jamma!!! Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Speeddog on October 11, 2012, 10:32:14 AM Agreed. I have a set of shotgun style Arrow's for my S2R that I hope I can retrofit to the S4 with the right brackets, etc. Not a fan of Termi's but that's just me (others will disagree). ~~~SNIP~~~ If you get the headpipes from an S4R Arrows system, they *may* work with the S2R cans and midpipe. But I'd check directly with Arrows first. You'll definitely need to add a bracket to the frame to hold the cans, S4 doesn't have one. And even Ducabike rearsets may conflict with the midpipe, check that as well. I like 15/39 gearing on my S4. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 13, 2012, 12:12:28 PM Took Stella the S4 as she has been dubbed by a friend for a 2 hr. ride. First, nothing like riding my S2R. Much more torquer and I can feel the obvious power difference. She's also heavier. Not as flickable at the moment, guess the OZ wheels have spoiled me. Need to fix the ergo's too upright and the rear sets have to go. Love the bike though. Tons of fun to ride and learning shall be an experience.
Now to find the rights parts. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on October 13, 2012, 01:22:43 PM continue posting pics of the mods. glad you like the difference and you'll soon find the weight (flickability) is nothing at all once you get into the bike. I felt the same on my S4 for about.......10 miles. [laugh]
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 13, 2012, 04:50:28 PM continue posting pics of the mods. glad you like the difference and you'll soon find the weight (flickability) is nothing at all once you get into the bike. I felt the same on my S4 for about.......10 miles. [laugh] Will take some good ones tomorrow. Need to give her a good wash...She was filthy when I got her. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 14, 2012, 06:18:57 AM UPDATE:
Monsterparts.com order placed for: - Arrow front turn signals - Integrated smoke tail light - Competition werks tail chop - Ducabike rearsets Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 17, 2012, 05:59:32 PM Parts arrived today. Work to commence shortly.
Mulling over pulling some parts off the S2R. The S4's triple and bars are god awful ugly and I'm not a fan of those 916 style masters. Will most likely pull the Speedymoto triple, 848 masters, woodcraft clipons, reservoirs and gas cap and move them over. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 19, 2012, 02:21:03 PM Completed today:
- Tailchop (check) - Integrated smoke rear brake light and signals (installed) - Smaller front turn signals installed Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Uncle Mofo on October 19, 2012, 02:40:59 PM I should have told you before about the sTD tail chop kit..
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 20, 2012, 06:29:05 PM 8) Ducabike rearsets on the bike tomorrow......
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1406_zpse0b3b230.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 23, 2012, 06:30:34 AM Anyone know what other tanks will work with an S4? I've tried reading the tank thread but the whole thing gets confusing after a while and looking up the parts # with Ducati Omaha tells me a 620 will work, could that be right??
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Speeddog on October 23, 2012, 07:34:28 AM AFAIK, only S4 and steel S4R will fit.
The tanks from air-cooled FI Monsters have a bulge on the inner left side that interferes with the vertical head on a 4-valver. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 23, 2012, 08:00:13 PM AFAIK, only S4 and steel S4R will fit. The tanks from air-cooled FI Monsters have a bulge on the inner left side that interferes with the vertical head on a 4-valver. Thanks Speeddog..... Another question, anyone know what 10 spoke wheels will fit on her besides going the Forged Alum. route Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on October 25, 2012, 02:06:33 PM we want pictures! >:(
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Speeddog on October 25, 2012, 03:06:41 PM Thanks Speeddog..... Another question, anyone know what 10 spoke wheels will fit on her besides going the Forged Alum. route You could fit some 749/999 10-spokers, but it's not a bolt-on. Rear axle is bigger (30mm IIRC) and front wheel has 5-bolt disc mounting. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: stopintime on October 25, 2012, 03:14:10 PM Another question, anyone know what 10 spoke wheels will fit on her besides going the Forged Alum. route COME ON!!!! http://motowheels.com/i-8536183-bst-5-spoke-rear-wheel-monster-sport-classic-st.html (http://motowheels.com/i-8536183-bst-5-spoke-rear-wheel-monster-sport-classic-st.html) 8) Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Raux on October 25, 2012, 11:16:28 PM PVM makes wheels for Ducati as well I think
http://shop.durbahn.de/shop/en/products/_PVM_R%C3%A4der/PVM (http://shop.durbahn.de/shop/en/products/_PVM_R%C3%A4der/PVM) Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 26, 2012, 05:08:20 AM PVM makes wheels for Ducati as well I think Now those are interesting......Wonder if anyone has any FHE with them on a Ducati....http://shop.durbahn.de/shop/en/products/_PVM_R%C3%A4der/PVM (http://shop.durbahn.de/shop/en/products/_PVM_R%C3%A4der/PVM) COME ON!!!! The previous owner has a set for sale he never put on the bike. He wants $3K for them. but they do look sexy as hell.http://motowheels.com/i-8536183-bst-5-spoke-rear-wheel-monster-sport-classic-st.html (http://motowheels.com/i-8536183-bst-5-spoke-rear-wheel-monster-sport-classic-st.html) 8) You could fit some 749/999 10-spokers, but it's not a bolt-on. Now this is interesting. Seriously contemplating using my S2R as a donor bike for the S4. Since the S2R has a complete 999 front end I could just swap the entire front end over (forks, rotors, wheels, brake calipers, masters and Speedymoto SBK triple). Would eliminate buying springs for the S4 forks that I hear a junk anyway. It would also be cheaper than buying new parts. My wallet could use the break right now!Rear axle is bigger (30mm IIRC) and front wheel has 5-bolt disc mounting. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: Raux on October 26, 2012, 05:29:39 AM Now those are interesting......Wonder if anyone has any FHE with them on a Ducati.... Email that site owner. He is a German expert on Ducati and all things light. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on October 31, 2012, 11:03:22 AM Bike's been dropped off at shop for transplant surgery.....
In addition to clearing state inspection, getting the woodcraft clipons, 848 masters (brake and clutch), 4 piston/4 pad calipers, Yoyodyne clutch slave, new rubber and Speedymoto triple...... Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 01, 2012, 08:08:43 AM Dropped Jeff@Monsterparts.com a line, more goodies coming.....
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 02, 2012, 08:53:06 AM Just threw Fleabay some bucks for some more S4 parts.......
Updated pics to come on Sunday [popcorn] Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: uglyducky on November 02, 2012, 01:50:15 PM don't leave us hangin man! PICS SUNDAY OR WE COME TO YOUR HOUSE (i have your address) [coffee]
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 03, 2012, 08:05:32 PM don't leave us hangin man! PICS SUNDAY OR WE COME TO YOUR HOUSE (i have your address) [coffee] New Ducabike rearsets (finally) installed and the much dreaded stock ones are gone..... 848 master clutch and brake controls installed. 916's were a bit too much for me and the adjustability of the stock levers [thumbsdown]. 4 pad/4 pot brembo brake calipers on and working great with sintered pads...New rubber and a couple other things installed. Gettin there slowly with her. New rear rotor arrives next week along with some other goodies... Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on November 03, 2012, 08:43:42 PM again, this isn't right you posting shit and not showing us progress. I've got nothing to do for another month but find shit to buy on my own bike since I wont ride until then so hook me up and provide me some candy.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: uglyducky on November 03, 2012, 09:02:12 PM again, this isn't right you posting shit and not showing us progress. I've got nothing to do for another month but find shit to buy on my own bike since I wont ride until then so hook me up and provide me some candy. well said sir, well saidTitle: Re: S4 Build Post by: kopfjäger on November 03, 2012, 09:06:02 PM again, this isn't right you posting shit and not showing us progress. I've got nothing to do for another month but find shit to buy on my own bike since I wont ride until then so hook me up and provide me some candy. +1 Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 04, 2012, 09:52:15 AM again, this isn't right you posting shit and not showing us progress. I've got nothing to do for another month but find shit to buy on my own bike since I wont ride until then so hook me up and provide me some candy. Will post pics pretty soon. Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: muskrat on November 04, 2012, 02:40:20 PM not good enough. :( I have two more weeks in this cast. get busy.
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 04, 2012, 03:29:16 PM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1438.jpg)
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1437.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1441.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1439.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1440.jpg) So here's where she stands. By next weekend the following will be installed: - Galfer rear wave rotor - Will vinyl wrap the forks black - CF shorty rear hugger - Braking front rotors - Yoyodyne slave cylinder - Shorai battery Cutgrafix is creating a matte red stripe kit for me. The stripe kit inspiration is coming from the Ducati Chicken build - (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Inspiring%20Bikes/P1018064.jpg). Very torn as to whether I should keep the bike grey, which i like or I'll go with a darker metallic silver. Not sure yet but I need to get another tank....UglyDucky - that FI steel tank you got, will it work with my S4? Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Uncle Mofo on November 04, 2012, 04:14:14 PM You need a black speedymoto water pump cover and a hoosier hooligans crankshaft cover ;)
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: muskrat on November 04, 2012, 09:16:15 PM that tank looks great, can't wait to see your kit for the bike. the other pics don't work????
Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: uglyducky on November 05, 2012, 02:12:11 PM Very torn as to whether I should keep the bike grey, which i like or I'll go with a darker metallic silver. Not sure yet but I need to get another tank....UglyDucky - that FI steel tank you got, will it work with my S4? Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 05, 2012, 02:18:39 PM it's off to be fit to my rs. i had no good offers on it for so long I just sent it off with a custom fabricator to retro-fit to my bike Thanks for the update. Sourced a tank off eBay........This is gonna be a busy winter Indeedy. DP has been enlisted too. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: muskrat on November 05, 2012, 06:47:25 PM pics work now. [thumbsup]
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 06, 2012, 05:51:16 AM for the S4, I was made aware that the forks are 54mm.....Why in the world did Ducati do this, kinda makes it impossible to swap over my Speedymoto triple and woodcraft clipons.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 06, 2012, 05:55:09 AM huh?
54? all monsters are 50/54 Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 06, 2012, 06:14:29 AM huh? 54? all monsters are 50/54 As confused as you are.....I'll have to measure them myself tonight but when my woodcrafts that fit perfectly on my 999 forks were moved over to the S4, I was told the forks wouldn't take the clipons..... I thought all superbike forks were 53/53 and given that the S4 has the 916 engine it would also have 53mm forks. Someone correct me if my logical assumption is off.... Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 06, 2012, 06:36:41 AM all monsters are 50/54
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 06, 2012, 06:38:09 AM i'm confused why you're confused.
doesn't depend on motor, depends on model (or in the case of sbk, depends on fork manufacturer 53/53 showa, 53/56 ohlins) Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 06, 2012, 08:38:23 AM i'm confused why you're confused. doesn't depend on motor, depends on model (or in the case of sbk, depends on fork manufacturer 53/53 showa, 53/56 ohlins) Think I am ok. Just took an idiot pill for a second there. Thanks Raux for the scrip. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 09, 2012, 05:20:54 AM Stock and ugly ass rear rotor off, new shiny galfer rear wave rotor added :) Forks vinyl wrapped black and belt covers plasti dipped black and plexiglass stained glass red :)
Progress and it's goin to WARM this weekend. Time for riding..... Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Slide Panda on November 09, 2012, 06:27:51 AM If you head out on Sunday - head to Summit! Drop in on us at the track. After lunch (11-12) They take street bikes out for a lap or two
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: uglyducky on November 10, 2012, 06:06:46 PM Stock and ugly ass rear rotor off, new shiny galfer rear wave rotor added :) Forks vinyl wrapped black and belt covers plasti dipped black and plexiglass stained glass red :) seeing as there are no images to corroborate these stories, i believe none of it ;DProgress and it's goin to WARM this weekend. Time for riding..... Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 11, 2012, 04:24:12 AM seeing as there are no images to corroborate these stories, i believe none of it ;D This thread may become very boring with my lack of pictures..... The next pic will be when the bile has the following parts installed: - Galfer front wave rotors - Speigler brake lines (Grey with red tips) - Ohlins front forks with Speedymoto triple and clipons (need to find forks that will use the existing wheel, rotor and radial brake calipers) Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 11, 2012, 03:46:58 PM But wait there's more:
FREN lines ordered. Going to with RED fittings, GREY lines and CLEAR protective sleeves. S4R tank purchased as well. Minor dents but gonig to DP for one is his lovely paint jobs late next week. Question - Anyone know if the wheel on my S4 with rotors will work with the forks from a 999? I ported the brake calipers from the 999 (Brembo 4 pads) over to my S4 with stock forks and everything bolted right up.... Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: ducpainter on November 11, 2012, 03:52:18 PM But wait there's more: 999 didn't have radials?FREN lines ordered. Going to with RED fittings, GREY lines and CLEAR protective sleeves. S4R tank purchased as well. Minor dents but gonig to DP for one is his lovely paint jobs late next week. Question - Anyone know if the wheel on my S4 with rotors will work with the forks from a 999? I ported the brake calipers from the 999 (Brembo 4 pads) over to my S4 with stock forks and everything bolted right up.... If not the wheels will work. 999 wheels will not work as they used 5 bolt rotors. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 11, 2012, 03:59:12 PM 999 didn't have radials? If not the wheels will work. 999 wheels will not work as they used 5 bolt rotors. Not planning on using the 999 wheel, just the Showa forks with the TIN coating. Understand the rotors will not work, though I wish they did. Just curious as to whether my S4 wheel will work with 999 forks... Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 12:07:04 AM Pretty certain the offset is 5mm more onthe 999 forks
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: ducpainter on November 12, 2012, 04:08:20 AM Pretty certain the offset is 5mm more onthe 999 forks Is the difference in the wheel or the forks?I know the rotor offset is different. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 06:27:21 AM Is the difference in the wheel or the forks? I know the rotor offset is different. forks Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 06:37:20 AM interestingly enough. the new 796 rotors are 5 bolt 10mm offset not the normal 15mm offset that almost all other 5-bolts are.
so you could run the 999 wheel with monster forks and 10mm offset 5bolt rotors from the 796 Title: Re: S4 Build Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 12, 2012, 08:21:20 AM You could fit some 749/999 10-spokers, but it's not a bolt-on. Rear axle is bigger (30mm IIRC) and front wheel has 5-bolt disc mounting. If you're correct Speeddog, what would it take to get a 749/999 rear mounted? I have a 999 front end (wheel, fork and rotors) from my S2R that I could part over with the Speedymoto triple. Just curious as to how much work would be needed to get that 749/999 rear tire to work. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 08:51:01 AM 848, new monster, hym wheels would be easier
even the 5-bolt Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 12, 2012, 09:07:32 AM 848, new monster, hym wheels would be easier even the 5-bolt How so? The 848/Hyper has the SSS while the S4 is DSS, right? Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 09:09:21 AM the s2r is the same as the all non-large axle SSS.
Anchorism just swapped 796 wheels with an S4R Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 09:09:52 AM woah... i pulled a stupid..
sorry S4, not S4R Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 12, 2012, 09:10:56 AM look at ST4/SS wheels
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Speeddog on November 12, 2012, 01:31:27 PM look at ST4/SS wheels He's already got 5-spokers, same units as ST4. If you're correct Speeddog, what would it take to get a 749/999 rear mounted? I have a 999 front end (wheel, fork and rotors) from my S2R that I could part over with the Speedymoto triple. Just curious as to how much work would be needed to get that 749/999 rear tire to work. As far as the rear wheel goes.... **9 rear axle is 30mm, so a spacer could take care of the wheel itself. You would need to have the **9 rotor, as it's a 5-bolt. But it's a 240mm rotor, and it's mounted a good bit further outboard, so then you need the **9 caliper bracket. Caliper may not clear the swingarm due to the configuration. Perhaps it's all for naught anyway, as the wheel may be too wide... I don't have a **9 in the house to measure. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: lazylightnin717 on November 12, 2012, 06:45:09 PM Doesn't the S4 speedo read off the rear rotor bolts?
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Speeddog on November 12, 2012, 06:51:22 PM Doesn't the S4 speedo read off the rear rotor bolts? '02 S4, yes. So there'd be the need for a speedo healer too. '01 S4 is cable drive speedo off of the front wheel. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 12, 2012, 08:01:37 PM Seems like far too much reworking and tweaking to get to fit. Might just save and bite bullet and get red PVR wheels or keep stock 5 spoke
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 13, 2012, 07:11:27 AM Ordered a G2 Throttle Tamer and Domino grips. For some reason, feels that the throttle twist on the S4 is a lot stiffer than the S2R. Not sure why but gotta fix issue as my right wrist feels like it went through an intense gym exercise every time I'm on the bike for more than an hour.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 13, 2012, 08:24:17 AM lubricate the throttle body springs on the butterflies
also check your cables you might want to also try the electrean quick throttle, seems like an oxymoron getting a throttle tamer with a quick throttle cam, but the reduced twist of the quick cam will feel better on your wrist and the tamer, well, will tame the hard initial power hit. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 15, 2012, 08:56:07 AM lubricate the throttle body springs on the butterflies also check your cables you might want to also try the electrean quick throttle, seems like an oxymoron getting a throttle tamer with a quick throttle cam, but the reduced twist of the quick cam will feel better on your wrist and the tamer, well, will tame the hard initial power hit. Thanks Raux. Finally decided what to do about my fork dilemma. Since I can't find a buyer for the 999 forks, triple and rotors, they're going on the S4. Forks are being equipped with RaceTech gold valve kit and new springs. Once completed, the Speedymoto triple, woodcraft clipons and rotors will be added. To keep the wheels red, going with a pair of Carrozzeria V-TRACK Forged Aluminum Wheels as to not mismatch. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Uncle Mofo on November 26, 2012, 11:13:40 AM [drool]
[thumbsup] Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 26, 2012, 11:43:09 AM the wheels [bang]
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 26, 2012, 12:21:03 PM the wheels [bang] J - you no likey the wheels?? Liked hte PVM's couldn't find a dealer int he US who sold them. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: muskrat on November 26, 2012, 01:48:56 PM I like the wheels, water pump and pressure plate. [thumbsup]
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: uglyducky on November 26, 2012, 02:46:12 PM i had a set of oz racing gold wheels for that bike some years ago. whatever the model was before the piegas. soooooooo money. i've never seen a set for sale since. The buccis i think? i'll keep my eyes open. I'm always scouring the forums. i know you didn't ask but i'm not a fan of the carrozzeria wheels on the ducs. they feel too angular and seem like they belong on their asian brethren.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 26, 2012, 10:15:59 PM love the wheels, just want to afford them [bang]
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 26, 2012, 10:16:45 PM J - you no likey the wheels?? Liked hte PVM's couldn't find a dealer int he US who sold them. did you already order them? I had found a PVM US dealer before, give me a day if you are still looking. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 27, 2012, 07:36:25 AM did you already order them? I had found a PVM US dealer before, give me a day if you are still looking. I've got the money lined up for purchase but haven't sent it away to the vendor yet, however, I do my best to send Monsterparts.com as much business as possible. If you've got a lead on a PVM dealer in the US, let me know. Would love to have a set. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on November 27, 2012, 07:58:28 AM their site sucks, but read they sell PVM
http://www.ema-usa.com/ (http://www.ema-usa.com/) Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on November 29, 2012, 09:14:04 AM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo8.jpg)
More goodies ready to go to the S4 and FedEx just dropped of some Speedymoto love [beer] Weekend is calling for nice weather too [clap] Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Speeddog on November 29, 2012, 09:24:01 AM Check that Penske fitment to the rocker, they've had a tendency to fit a 'too short' eye on that end.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 01, 2012, 02:48:11 PM STM star pressure plate arrived from Pro Italia via the slow boat and painted CycleCat clutch cover low gloss black.
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1425.jpg) Domino grips, G2 throttle tamer, fast throttle cam and SpeedyMoto EVO water pump installed. Next pics come once newly painted seat cowl and tank return from DP. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: uglyducky on December 01, 2012, 08:55:56 PM Next pics come once newly painted seat cowl and tank return from DP. nooooooooooooooo. we need some new eye candy man. come on [popcorn]Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 02, 2012, 08:05:43 AM nooooooooooooooo. we need some new eye candy man. come on [popcorn] I'll have nothing good to showcase until then. The Fren Turbo lines don't arrive until this week and I still need to figure out my wheel situation. By mid-January there shall be something. Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 05, 2012, 06:20:03 AM Slowly making progress......
New Galfer rear rotor and ABM front rotors, spay painted the clutch cover. (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo9.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Slide Panda on December 05, 2012, 06:59:03 AM G2 throttle tamer, fast throttle cam Um... won't these negate each other a bit? Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: Raux on December 05, 2012, 07:22:58 AM Um... won't these negate each other a bit? nothe fast throttle shortens the turn the tamer reduces the initial hit Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 12, 2012, 09:55:25 AM Speedymoto triple goes on this weekend with Penske rear shock and new LSL clipons.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: The Don on December 12, 2012, 11:47:35 AM That is one fine looking bike, congratulations.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: The Mad King Pepe' on December 14, 2012, 07:27:18 AM Looking nice! [thumbsup]
Plans for frame sliders? Title: Re: S4 Build (Pics Finally) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 14, 2012, 08:01:50 AM Looking nice! [thumbsup] Plans for frame sliders? Have ones on the front and the engine sliders are in a package somewhere. Can't find rear axle sliders anywhere though. Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 15, 2012, 12:51:18 PM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo5_zpseebc5f99.jpg)
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo4_zpsac212ec6.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo3_zpse9294c11.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo2_zpsb97206a6.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo1-1_zps2faa4cbb.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo_zps1ee5e543.jpg) The Speedymoto triple fit like a charm with the 3mm shims for the top and the bottom being bored out 1mm. The LSL clipons are nice and give me a nicer profile and riding position than the above the clipon setup I had before. A bit disappointed that the Penske shock I just had MRP Motorsports work on doesn't fit. Time for custom made eyelits or off to ebay for selling. Nonetheless current setup: CF 916 Front Fender ABM Front Rotors 4Pad/4 Pot Calipers Speedymoto Tripe 50/54 LSL Clipons 848 Master Cylinders CRG RC2 Levers Rizoma Reservoirs Ducabike Gas Cap Ducabike Rearsets DucaBike frame plugs Speedymoto Pressure Plate CycleCat Clutch Cover Galfer Rear Wave Rotor CF Rear Hugger Competition Werks Integrated Taillight Rizoma Belt Covers Speedymoto EVO Waterpump Still need to: Get new painted tank from DP Shorten Sil Moto's cans or get Arrow Slipons Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: stopintime on December 15, 2012, 01:07:20 PM Nice development [thumbsup]
http://motowheels.com/i-7935658-motowheels-headlight-conversion-kit.html (http://motowheels.com/i-7935658-motowheels-headlight-conversion-kit.html) http://www.probolt-usa.com/motorcycle/ducati/monster-s2r-1000cc-05-07.html?cat=29191 (http://www.probolt-usa.com/motorcycle/ducati/monster-s2r-1000cc-05-07.html?cat=29191) Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: zooom on December 16, 2012, 06:09:23 AM Still need to: Get new painted tank from DP Shorten Sil Moto's cans or get Arrow Slipons get header pipes jet hot coated to a nice consistant color to blend instead of detract from everything else going on added 1 task for ya! Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 16, 2012, 06:17:39 AM Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: uglyducky on December 16, 2012, 11:07:57 AM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo5_zpseebc5f99.jpg) looks amazing. god i love those belt covers [thumbsup] [thumbsup] [thumbsup](http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo4_zpsac212ec6.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo3_zpse9294c11.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo2_zpsb97206a6.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo1-1_zps2faa4cbb.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo_zps1ee5e543.jpg) The Speedymoto triple fit like a charm with the 3mm shims for the top and the bottom being bored out 1mm. The LSL clipons are nice and give me a nicer profile and riding position than the above the clipon setup I had before. A bit disappointed that the Penske shock I just had MRP Motorsports work on doesn't fit. Time for custom made eyelits or off to ebay for selling. Nonetheless current setup: CF 916 Front Fender ABM Front Rotors 4Pad/4 Pot Calipers Speedymoto Tripe 50/54 LSL Clipons 848 Master Cylinders CRG RC2 Levers Rizoma Reservoirs Ducabike Gas Cap Ducabike Rearsets DucaBike frame plugs Speedymoto Pressure Plate CycleCat Clutch Cover Galfer Rear Wave Rotor CF Rear Hugger Competition Werks Integrated Taillight Rizoma Belt Covers Speedymoto EVO Waterpump Still need to: Get new painted tank from DP Shorten Sil Moto's cans or get Arrow Slipons Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: lazylightnin717 on December 16, 2012, 11:57:08 AM Looks good [thumbsup]
One more small thing I would do is paint the radiator covers Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: muskrat on December 16, 2012, 03:26:45 PM You listened. [clap]. Painting the rizoma belt covers black looks excellent.
Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: Uncle Mofo on December 18, 2012, 04:21:55 PM Very nice, but I still think it needs a :L crankshaft cover ;)
Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: ccm900 on December 18, 2012, 10:49:36 PM Thanks Zooom Or hit it with some wd40 and a brown scotch brite pad like it says in the DIY section for way cheaper to restore the silver pipes! Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 21, 2012, 06:09:24 PM Penske rear shock fitted. Suspension setup completed by MRP Motorsports. Sil Moto's off and being shortened then headed to to Figure Engineering to be powder coated either silver or black.
Now if He-Man can't do it, need to find someone who can take a stock headlight and drop a HID projector kit and hook up the ballasts. Have all the stuff necessary just need someone to help with the work. Also need a lens made as well... [beer] Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 30, 2012, 02:06:54 PM Or hit it with some wd40 and a brown scotch brite pad like it says in the DIY section for way cheaper to restore the silver pipes! @CCM900. Thanks for the advice. Got some pads and a new can of WD-40 and went to town. Was able to get most of the midpipe cleaned and with the shortened cans, the rear is cleaned up nicely. Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: DucHead on December 30, 2012, 02:11:13 PM Re-route the fuel lines and starter wire. ;D
Before: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/DSCN2125.jpg) After: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/3c86c7d3.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 30, 2012, 03:26:38 PM Re-route the fuel lines and starter wire. ;D Before: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/DSCN2125.jpg) After: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/3c86c7d3.jpg) DucHead - did you need new/longer lines or just a reroute? Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: DucHead on December 30, 2012, 03:32:56 PM DucHead - did you need new/longer lines or just a reroute? Hmmm...good question. :P It's been a while since I did it. I do remember that I left the hoses attached to the throttle bodies intact. I got the idea from Speedog. If you want, I can take some pics under the tank tomorrow and post them up. Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 30, 2012, 03:58:33 PM Hmmm...good question. :P It's been a while since I did it. I do remember that I left the hoses attached to the throttle bodies intact. I got the idea from Speedog. If you want, I can take some pics under the tank tomorrow and post them up. greatly appreciated if you could. Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: DucHead on December 31, 2012, 10:58:42 AM greatly appreciated if you could. Here ya go. Better get a few feet of 5/16" FI fuel line just in case. :) Right side. I relocated the fuel pressure regulator from the aluminum brace that spans the throttle bodies. (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/PC310066.jpg) Left side shots, pressure regulator, quick disconnects and fuel line routing: (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/PC310064.jpg) (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/PC310065.jpg) (http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d147/pompino/PC310063.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on December 31, 2012, 12:49:10 PM Thanks for the pics DucHead.
Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: DucHead on December 31, 2012, 02:22:12 PM Thanks for the pics DucHead. No problem, it really cleans up the look. Ducati does a terrible job with fitment/routing of their lines, hoses and loom. >:( BTW, regardless of whether you reroute the fuel lines, if you add quick disconnects fit them in opposite directions to avoid connecting the lines incorrectly. Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 03, 2013, 10:11:18 AM I've really got nothing sig. to add. Ducabike slave cylinder sourced, new 39T rear sprocket and barnett red pressure plate en route from Monsterparts.com :) Tank should be back from DP's by the end of the month [popcorn]
Title: Re: S4 Build (New Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 04, 2013, 04:24:25 PM Progress on the tank/cowl color scheme. Thank you DP [beer]
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/Intercoat001_zps0b308b79.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/Intercoat004_zpsa297e0dc.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 09, 2013, 01:08:08 PM Getting there....
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/teaser001_zpsfbc9da07.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Build (Tank Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on January 09, 2013, 07:52:27 PM thanks looking great [clap]
Title: Re: S4 Build (Tank Pictures) Post by: muskrat on January 10, 2013, 09:21:19 AM Love the color.
Title: Re: S4 Build (Tank Pictures) Post by: memper on January 10, 2013, 04:41:27 PM You could also Mop n Glo your pips (makes them dark though) or transmission fluid which brings out golden colors.
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 13, 2013, 12:26:48 PM Yesterday's weather rocked and todays weather sucked. Mother Nature is a cruel pregnant dog. Worked on the bike more: Bled and installed new Ducabike slave cylinder (improved clutch pull), a 39T rear sprocket, frame slider, scrubbed pipes again. Now just waiting on painted tank from DP and she should be ready to go.
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on January 14, 2013, 04:01:00 AM Yesterday's weather rocked and todays weather sucked. Mother Nature is a cruel pregnant dog. Worked on the bike more: Bled and installed new Ducabike slave cylinder (improved clutch pull), a 39T rear sprocket, frame slider, scrubbed pipes again. Now just waiting on painted tank from DP and she should be ready to go. what did you use to scrub your pipes (this doesnt sound good....LOL!!) Steel wool, fine grit sandpaper?? Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 14, 2013, 05:21:22 AM what did you use to scrub your pipes (this doesnt sound good....LOL!!) Steel wool, fine grit sandpaper?? Used some 220 grit and WD-40. Had to use some Goo Gone on the S part to remove melted rubber from from My Sidi's. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on January 14, 2013, 08:53:13 AM Used some 220 grit and WD-40. Had to use some Goo Gone on the S part to remove melted rubber from from My Sidi's. post a pic you picture whore....LOL [thumbsup] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 14, 2013, 09:53:35 AM post a pic you picture whore....LOL [thumbsup] Once the tank arrives I'll post new pictures.....IT will all come together with the tank. Really excited about that. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: Syscrush on January 15, 2013, 10:47:45 AM Lots of nice touches on this build. Looking forward to seeing it back together!
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 21, 2013, 02:54:21 PM [popcorn]
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: Uncle Mofo on January 22, 2013, 05:54:21 AM The suspense is killing me [popcorn]
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on January 22, 2013, 05:59:32 AM [popcorn] In transit On FedEx vehicle for delivery snip, VA ;D Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 22, 2013, 12:42:37 PM BRAVOOOOOOO DucPainter.... [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo10_zps0d2bfda6.jpg) Now, I hope swapping tanks is as easy as it was on my S2R...Drain gas, unscrew fuel filter,drop in new tank plug and go. Somehow I feel like that's not the case. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: Slide Panda on January 22, 2013, 12:55:08 PM Arms feeling skinny? You're going in through the filler cap hole :)
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 22, 2013, 01:06:49 PM Arms feeling skinny? You're going in through the filler cap hole :) Not real skinny, but let me have it. What do I gotta do? Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: Uncle Mofo on January 22, 2013, 01:16:15 PM BRAVOOOOOOO DucPainter.... [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo10_zps0d2bfda6.jpg) Awesome™ [drool] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on January 22, 2013, 01:38:04 PM Not real skinny, but let me have it. What do I gotta do? I'm assuming you're swapping parts from the other tank?Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: Howie on January 22, 2013, 08:47:40 PM BRAVOOOOOOO DucPainter.... [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down] (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo10_zps0d2bfda6.jpg) Now, I hope swapping tanks is as easy as it was on my S2R...Drain gas, unscrew fuel filter,drop in new tank plug and go. Somehow I feel like that's not the case. [drool] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Tank Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 25, 2013, 07:04:06 PM I luv her......
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo7_zps9076338e.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo6_zps8e7deead.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo4_zpsc09e0a22.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/photo5_zps339f228c.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on January 25, 2013, 07:49:18 PM Looks HOT! Whatcha doing with those belt covers sitting on the fireplace?
You ever consider removing the carbon side panels under the seat? Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: The Bearded Duc on January 26, 2013, 03:53:22 AM Looks great man!! I'm loving where your going with this build [thumbsup]
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 26, 2013, 05:08:16 AM Looks HOT! Whatcha doing with those belt covers sitting on the fireplace? You ever consider removing the carbon side panels under the seat? The belt covers are on eBay right now. Don't have a need for them and my idea to incorporate the red circles with the original CF belt covers panned out to be a bit too much.... CF side panels will come off eventually but I have to find a bracket to hold up the brake reservoir right now hiding behind the right CF panel. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Pedro-bot on January 26, 2013, 07:14:02 AM Great looking S4!! [thumbsup]
Now take off those frame rubber ties. [cheeky] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: muskrat on January 26, 2013, 07:53:33 AM dam man, I was happy with my color scheme and now you got me thinking of ripping off yours. [bang]
looks great by the way. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Uncle Mofo on January 26, 2013, 08:17:05 AM Awesomeness™ [thumbsup] can't wait to see it in Indy
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 26, 2013, 12:58:12 PM dam man, I was happy with my color scheme and now you got me thinking of ripping off yours. [bang] looks great by the way. Well there may be another paint scheme color coming along later this year.....Trying to see what other color combo DP and I can come up with. Was able to get my hands on another set of S4 wheels. Those need to get painted black. Then who knows what we'll come up with....... Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: lazylightnin717 on January 26, 2013, 02:10:25 PM I've always loved the blue/white color scheme on the s4r but I never liked the blue frame with it.
On the other hand, I've always disliked black wheels. It makes them just kinda....go away. That is of course my opinion. Sharp looking S4. What's with the partially wrapped forks? Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on January 27, 2013, 01:02:19 PM Well there may be another paint scheme color coming along later this year.....Trying to see what other color combo DP and I can come up with. Was able to get my hands on another set of S4 wheels. Those need to get painted black. Then who knows what we'll come up with....... Once you go black, you never come back! LOL.... Do 'em gloss black. Thats the route I'm going. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Pedro-bot on January 27, 2013, 03:02:13 PM <SNIP> Was able to get my hands on another set of S4 wheels. <SNIP> YOU!!!! >:( You snatched those wheels from the classifieds before I could. :-\ [cheeky] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: stopintime on January 27, 2013, 03:21:03 PM Flat black Gloss white Outside the box design (literally, some of the patterns extends outside the bike when drawn) KTM Superduke R inspired You'll be famous 8) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 27, 2013, 05:44:14 PM YOU!!!! >:( You snatched those wheels from the classifieds before I could. :-\ [cheeky] I mean there are only but so many of us S4 owners out there...... [cheeky] Since I took these wheels from right under you I'll give you first dibs on the S4 tank on ebay. Think asking price is $750.00 Flat black Gloss white Outside the box design (literally, some of the patterns extends outside the bike when drawn) KTM Superduke R inspired You'll be famous 8) That aint a bad idea...... Not sure why Ducati didn't make the S4 the way DP did my tank and cowl. I like this combo a lot. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 27, 2013, 06:35:30 PM Anyone know if there are aftermarket passenger pegs for the S4. Now that I've gotten rid of the stock rearsets, I need something to carry a passenger if needed!
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: The Bearded Duc on January 27, 2013, 06:48:42 PM Anyone know if there are aftermarket passenger pegs for the S4. Now that I've gotten rid of the stock rearsets, I need something to carry a passenger if needed! You have the Ducabike rearsets right? http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/PPNM01D/Controls-Foot/PPNM01D.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/PPNM01D/Controls-Foot/PPNM01D.html) Not sure if they work with 1st gen monster rearsets but definitely worth asking Jeff H. Rizoma and LSL make passenger brackets but they might be proprietary to their systems. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 28, 2013, 12:57:59 PM You have the Ducabike rearsets right? http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/PPNM01D/Controls-Foot/PPNM01D.html (http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/PPNM01D/Controls-Foot/PPNM01D.html) Not sure if they work with 1st gen monster rearsets but definitely worth asking Jeff H. Rizoma and LSL make passenger brackets but they might be proprietary to their systems. Talked to JH. They will not work on my S4...Drats. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 28, 2013, 12:59:04 PM Found Sil Moto Spaghetti headers for an 851/888. Will the header work with my engine and current slipons?
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Raux on January 28, 2013, 01:00:37 PM http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=50&Itemid=71&lang=en (http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=50&Itemid=71&lang=en)
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 28, 2013, 01:07:44 PM http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=50&Itemid=71&lang=en (http://www.styleandperformance.it/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=50&Itemid=71&lang=en) thanks J Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: The Bearded Duc on January 28, 2013, 01:11:18 PM Talked to JH. They will not work on my S4...Drats. That sucks. Sorry man, I tried ;D Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Speeddog on January 28, 2013, 01:32:23 PM Found Sil Moto Spaghetti headers for an 851/888. Will the header work with my engine and current slipons? What diameter is that system? I think the header will work with the engine, but I haven't tried it. The only interference area I'd expect would be with the swingarm. No idea if it'll work with the slipons. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 28, 2013, 01:34:05 PM What diameter is that system? I think the header will work with the engine, but I haven't tried it. The only interference area I'd expect would be with the swingarm. No idea if it'll work with the slipons. 50mm is the spaghetti system. This tells me I shhould just stop :) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on January 28, 2013, 01:48:52 PM Found Sil Moto Spaghetti headers for an 851/888. Will the header work with my engine and current slipons? Pipe diameter of the spaghetti system might be larger.Not sure if the pattern of the exhaust flange is the same or not. Another thing to consider is will the pipes clear the ST style DSS swingarm? The 851/888 swinger was the same as the earlier framed bikes. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Speeddog on January 28, 2013, 02:19:46 PM A whole heap of relevant info here:
http://bikeboy.org/888st4ex.html (http://bikeboy.org/888st4ex.html) Basically, won't fit without modding, and likely a trade of a bit more high-rpm power in exchange for a big hole in the upper midrange. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on January 29, 2013, 07:57:27 AM A whole heap of relevant info here: http://bikeboy.org/888st4ex.html (http://bikeboy.org/888st4ex.html) Basically, won't fit without modding, and likely a trade of a bit more high-rpm power in exchange for a big hole in the upper midrange. Thanks for the link Speeddog. Likely stay with current exhaust setup as the Spaghetti headers were going to cost about $1500.00 on top of the work needed for fitment and minimal gains.... [roll] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: joshuajcrouch on February 08, 2013, 07:07:25 PM New R/R, stator and new LSL urban headlight installed. I can finally call this project almost** complete. **The owner of this Ducati is not responsible for any forward looking statements should he change his mind due to wheels, billet aluminum or carbon fiber bling he finds to adorn his bike with** Pix or it didn't happen... Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Tricknology on February 09, 2013, 01:44:10 PM Given the recent trouble with the rectifier/regulator, any thoughts towards relocating it?
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 09, 2013, 05:06:20 PM Given the recent trouble with the rectifier/regulator, any thoughts towards relocating it? Thought about relocating it using one of the sponsors relocator kits but ended up keeping it in the same place. I did however get the Hot Shot R/R from Rick's Motorsports which claims to run cooler than the OEM piece. May end up having it relocated but i think the main issue is that the stock R/R from Ducati is a POS. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: COP TZR on February 09, 2013, 05:13:35 PM glad to hear you got it sorted out. Is your R/R mounted underneath the seat? I find mine just below the bottom triple beside the horn and I'm pretty sure it runs cool there.
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 09, 2013, 06:04:14 PM New R/R, stator and new LSL urban headlight installed. I can finally call this project almost** complete. **The owner of this Ducati is not responsible for any forward looking statements should he change his mind due to wheels, billet aluminum or carbon fiber bling he finds to adorn his bike with** I know someone who said "it's almost complete" and it's still building and getting new parts !!! Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 09, 2013, 06:12:27 PM I know someone who said "it's almost complete" and it's still building and getting new parts !!! That Rad Ducati tank and seat is pretty awesome but......I'll leave the dots for you to fill in. Ride now she looks great and gets compliments, even when i'm riding and it's 30 degrees out. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 09, 2013, 06:13:08 PM That Rad Ducati tank and seat is pretty awesome but......I'll leave the dots for you to fill in. Ride now she looks great and gets compliments, even when i'm riding and it's 30 degrees out. then is good work . . . just waiting on my Alpina spoked wheels . . . Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 09, 2013, 08:07:35 PM glad to hear you got it sorted out. Is your R/R mounted underneath the seat? I find mine just below the bottom triple beside the horn and I'm pretty sure it runs cool there. Still mounted under my seat. I've drilled a couple holes in the plate to get air up in there to keep it a bit cooler if needed. I know someone who said "it's almost complete" and it's still building and getting new parts !!! Not sure what it is about hte S4 but finding some parts are extremely hard. I have a spare starter motor, stator, 2 tanks and now wheels from another member. Maybe I should just build another bike with all the shit I've got around.... Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Tricknology on February 10, 2013, 09:22:46 AM Maybe I should just build another bike... I've got an engine, frame, triple tree and forks still available... [beer]Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 10, 2013, 09:45:02 AM One of the functional mods for this year will be to relocate the voltage regulator, just remember, must keep it fresh and dry down here . . . lotsa water between April and December . . .
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 10, 2013, 01:45:42 PM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1606_zps59f00e11.jpg)
(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1620_zpsa6de27a0.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1609_zpse9ecc392.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1614_zps690fb1db.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1610_zps5f2c596d.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 10, 2013, 01:52:52 PM I've got an engine, frame, triple tree and forks still available... [beer] Don't tempt me. How good a shape is the frame in? Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 10, 2013, 02:58:20 PM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/IMG_1609_zpse9ecc392.jpg) I see no pics and photobucket tells me I cannot see them!!!!(http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/IMG_1606_zps59f00e11.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/IMG_1612_zpsbbf39ea3.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/IMG_1614_zps690fb1db.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 10, 2013, 03:27:16 PM Fixed....
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on February 10, 2013, 03:37:12 PM Looks good if I must say so myself... :P
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 10, 2013, 04:01:30 PM Looks good if I must say so myself... :P That silver is awesome.....Now for tank #2 DP. You've set a high level for yourself. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Slide Panda on February 10, 2013, 04:06:08 PM Hmm those wheels look ass now compared to the tank. Best send them to DP for some improvements
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on February 10, 2013, 04:11:16 PM That silver is awesome.....Now for tank #2 DP. You've set a high level for yourself. I'm glad you like it.I think I have another in me. ;D Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 10, 2013, 04:39:40 PM Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 10, 2013, 05:02:54 PM (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1606_zps59f00e11.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1620_zpsa6de27a0.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1609_zpse9ecc392.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1614_zps690fb1db.jpg) (http://i777.photobucket.com/albums/yy51/wbamiduro/Senna/IMG_1610_zps5f2c596d.jpg) Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Uncle Mofo on February 10, 2013, 07:24:59 PM [thumbsup]
Very nice Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: DarkMonster620 on February 11, 2013, 04:42:50 AM Very nice . . . great colour combination
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Tricknology on February 11, 2013, 06:46:14 AM How good a shape is the frame in? Pretty decent condition overall considering. The left side of the tail is tweaked down a bit from it landing in the street, but the rest is square as far as I can tell. Clicky (http://s296.beta.photobucket.com/user/Tricknology01/library/Frame) That bike of yours keeps looking better and better. Damn you for stealing my color combo though ;D Enjoy those wheels, I expect 'em to be color matched to that tank [evil] Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 11, 2013, 08:01:39 AM Pretty decent condition overall considering. The left side of the tail is tweaked down a bit from it landing in the street, but the rest is square as far as I can tell. Clicky (http://s296.beta.photobucket.com/user/Tricknology01/library/Frame) That bike of yours keeps looking better and better. Damn you for stealing my color combo though ;D Enjoy those wheels, I expect 'em to be color matched to that tank [evil] Wheels are going to say red me thinkith.......then why buy those if I already have a set [evil]? You'll just have to wonder! Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on February 15, 2013, 05:30:26 AM Got a lead on a set of used but I assume in good condition BST wheels for the Monster. Asking price is $2900.00 worth it?
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: ducpainter on February 15, 2013, 05:58:25 AM Got a lead on a set of used but I assume in good condition BST wheels for the Monster. Asking price is $2900.00 worth it? That's about a grand less than the current price from motowheels.Once you ride a bike with light wheels you'll never go back. Your call as to whether that's a good price or not for a used product. Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: Syscrush on February 21, 2013, 06:04:44 AM Got a lead on a set of used but I assume in good condition BST wheels for the Monster. Asking price is $2900.00 worth it? If the question is should I drop $3k on fancy wheels, the answer is that it's not worth it.If the question is should YOU drop $3k on fancy wheels and then post up a bunch of sessy pix of the result, the answer is HELL YES IT'S WORTH IT!!! :D Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on March 05, 2013, 12:10:48 PM TPS sensor went buhbuy.......Ordered a new one thanks Candice at CA-Cycleworks. Parts for S4 are hard as hell to find. Feel like I need to have an entire parts bike in case something else breaks.
Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: jbfrancis3 on May 15, 2013, 09:38:59 AM TPS sensor went buhbuy.......Ordered a new one thanks Candice at CA-Cycleworks. Parts for S4 are hard as hell to find. Feel like I need to have an entire parts bike in case something else breaks. Great reading from the beginning of this thread. How did you determine it was the TPS and what were the symptoms? This has me nervous... Title: Re: S4 Mod (Updated Pictures) Post by: TitanMonsterS4R on May 15, 2013, 02:39:58 PM Great reading from the beginning of this thread. How did you determine it was the TPS and what were the symptoms? This has me nervous... Throttle response was really choppy at idle and when riding. When the bike was idling the RPM varied when it should have been constant and eventually stall out. That shouldn't have happened. Additionally when riding the throttle was very choppy, jerky at some points surging at others and I knew it wasn't a gas issue. Knowing all this, the TPS was the logical culprit. Working with the Tech as my local shop we were able to confirm that TPS was the issue. Needless to say, there were a lot of other things that could have been it but knowing the bike history helped figure out where we needed to go. |