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Topic: DB5 air filter |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 40
Views: 31977
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Fri Nov 06, 2015 3:17 am Subject: DB5 air filter |
Hi All
I have just found the same issue on my DB6.
I have ordered the MWR kit and it arrived a few days ago so i will fit it this weekend.
Thanks all for the advice. : |
Topic: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 10472
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Thu Aug 27, 2015 5:41 am Subject: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
I finally fixed the problem with new disks. (see other post).
The DB6 now has new disks, wheel bearings and piston seals. |
Topic: DB5R Brake pads? |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 5
Views: 4978
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2015 6:01 am Subject: DB5R Brake pads? |
Not sure if it’s of any use but the callipers on my 2006 DB6 are the same as a KTM Superduke of the same year. I sourced some new piston seals from the local KTM dealer while troubleshooting front bre ... |
Topic: New Disks for my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 5
Views: 7031
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2015 4:04 am Subject: New Disks for my DB6 |
Thanks for the help 2bims.
The new disks arrived last week and they look identical to the original ones. (same part# BIM05D)
I have fitted them (and replaced the wheel bearings while I had the fron ... |
Topic: New Disks for my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 5
Views: 7031
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Fri Jul 31, 2015 6:04 am Subject: New Disks for my DB6 |
I am looking at replacing the front disks on my 2006 DB6 as it looks like they have a slight warp causing issues under breaking (see my other thread for details). My understanding is that the Breakin ... |
Topic: So I like to use my DB5R......... |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 11435
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Tue Feb 10, 2015 8:49 pm Subject: So I like to use my DB5R......... |
Hi 2bims
Regarding my seat, I had it re-upholstered so that it is about 40mm higher.
This also makes it 40mm longer and much more comfortable.
I'm not that big (5,11 and 82 kgs) however the ori ... |
Topic: So I like to use my DB5R......... |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 11435
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Mon Feb 09, 2015 5:47 am Subject: So I like to use my DB5R......... |
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Hopefully this image will upload showing ... |
Topic: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 10472
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Sun Dec 21, 2014 9:26 pm Subject: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
Thanks for the help with this one.
I have removed the wheel and disks, cleaned the disks, checked the wheel bearings, removed the pads, cleaned them and checked the operation of the pistons. From wh ... |
Topic: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 10472
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Thu Dec 18, 2014 6:13 am Subject: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
Hi all
I tried the 14 mm allen key and it seems that my bike is a little different as this was way too small.
On closer inspection it has 6 groves on the inside that look like to Torx tool would fit ... |
Topic: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 13
Views: 10472
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Forum: DB Series Posted: Wed Dec 10, 2014 8:03 am Subject: Tool to remove the front axle on my DB6 |
I need to remove my front wheel and it looks like I need a special tool to remove the front axle. Can anyone advise me what I need.
I also have an issue with my front disks in that I get uneven bre ... |
Topic: Introduce yourself |
kiwigeoff
Replies: 137
Views: 106518
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Forum: Bimota Chat Posted: Wed Sep 17, 2014 7:12 am Subject: Introduce yourself |
Hi from New Zealand
I am the proud owner of a 2006 DB6 and so far enjoying the Itialian exotica. My bike was recently imported from Japan so i dont have much info on the history except that it has ... |
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