I remember some time back that Brian asked about aftermarket collets at Skagit.  I also know that 999R's had extended valve adjustment intervals, and that 1098's are supposed to have them as well...even longer?  From talking to some service guys long ago, I was told that they check them every 6K, but almost never have to make adjustments until at least 12K, even with stock parts.  (This is on my 2-Valver, at least).

Anybody else looking for upgraded parts for these?  I'll be due for 12K, and I know that the aftermarket has stuff, and Ducati themselves have been working on improving the wear characteristics of these sliding parts.  My only problem, time to do the research.

Any thoughts?

Eric (Lazy....)

Previously onetrackmind wrote:

I remember some time back that Brian asked about aftermarket collets at Skagit.  I also know that 999R's had extended valve adjustment intervals, and that 1098's are supposed to have them as well...even longer?  From talking to some service guys long ago, I was told that they check them every 6K, but almost never have to make adjustments until at least 12K, even with stock parts.  (This is on my 2-Valver, at least).

Anybody else looking for upgraded parts for these?  I'll be due for 12K, and I know that the aftermarket has stuff, and Ducati themselves have been working on improving the wear characteristics of these sliding parts.  My only problem, time to do the research.

Any thoughts?

Eric (Lazy....)

Eric, you should call brothers, get their take on the extended range collets, you might be surprised with their advice.

Rick

Rick K, what is Brothers take on MBP collets???  You're supposed to share knowledge, after all, this is supposed to be 'Ducati College'................