Marks (now solo) M1100 (mis) adventures!

[stopintime]

I once struggled with the same connectors. The solution is NOT to rip off the steel clip (even if that also can work), but squeeze for the end locking tabs to let go.

Some of the cams can't be replaced, but yours can. Electraeon is out of stock for the fast throttlecam (every Ducati should have one), but can be contacted for whenever they have them back in stock. I think they need enough emails with interest to make more.

[Howie]

I also find a (very)  little WD 40 can help on older connectors, both for ease of removal and to prevent the plastic from cracking.

[Mhanis]

OK boys, through work I can get either of these at a rather discounted price:

thumbnail_image009 by Mark Hanis, on Flickr

thumbnail_image001 by Mark Hanis, on Flickr

Theoretically either looks like it will work, but given my current situation AND for long time keeps, which should I choose?

And on an unrelated note, my radiator looks like this:


20230205_113301 by Mark Hanis, on Flickr


Is that a "Holy shit replace that thing!" or "Meh, it's fine."?

Mark

[ducpainter]

I don't understand how those tools are going to work on a broken bolt.

I'd take a small screwdriver and 'iron' out those fins.

[koko64]

Yep the fins require patience and a few beers. If it's not punctured then it's just a tedious job.

Torx set is for Torx bolts. Annoying version of Allen bolts.

[Charlie98]

I think the idea behind the Torx bolt is to drill a slightly smaller hole, then drive the Torx bit into the hole... then turn it out.  Theoretically it should work... but if you shear the Torx keys, you are screwed.

[ducpainter]

I think the idea behind the Torx bolt is to drill a slightly smaller hole, then drive the Torx bit into the hole... then turn it out.  Theoretically it should work... but if you shear the Torx keys, you are screwed.

I've used a Torx bit to get out a stripped allen, but never tried it in a round hole.

Anything you break in a broken bolt, and you're screwed.

[Mhanis]

Leaving my level of screwed aside for a minute, lets return to this MF'er:

20230205_130551 by Mark Hanis, on Flickr

Ducati doesn't list the cam as a separate part number, it is all just part of the larger potentiometer (I have honestly never heard that word before......) I have reached out to Electraeon but I honestly don't think my chances are great there. Any other efforts I should make?

Mark

[stopintime]

It has to be an easy job for a 3D printing company.... Get/rent/buy drawings from Electraeon in exchange for sending them a few?

Maybe a used one on ebay?

[stopintime]

I searched a little and this thread came up. It discusses the fix for the same problem on a HyperMotard 1100 - company called Star-Ace OR a cam from a 900ssie. Let's check if the HM use the same bits as yours and/or if the SS cam fits? Maybe Electraeon know....

https://www.ducati.ms/threads/hypermotard-1100-throttlebody-pulley-mod.737870/

[Mhanis]

Lars, thanks for the digging. I haven’t gotten a response from Electreaon, I really don’t expect to given 2010 look of their website. I’ll see if I can get a response from Giuseppe. I think the hyper engine and mine were the same, except for maybe gearing?

Mark

Update: Well, I contacted the wrong Giuseppe Starace! Apparently the one I am looking for has a pretty shady business history.  But all I can find for him is Instagram and Facebook stuff and I don't use wither of those!

Mark

[koko64]

What about Valtermoto, etc? Used parts dealers.
Or old stock from a dealer?

[Mhanis]

I did hear from Electraeon and it was basically "None in stock, we'll let you know if we ever get any." Not exactly confidence inspiring.

Thanks for the heads up on Valtermoto, I have reached out to them to see if they have an option/suggestion.

Meanwhile, this happened:


20230211_164556 by Mark Hanis, on Flickr

We have final stage engine separation!


Mark

[ducpainter]

Looks like an uncontrolled explosion.

[Mhanis]

Semi controlled. 

Mark