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A Paso buyer`s guide - your input please !

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Hi all. Years ago I planned to put together a sort of buyer`s guide for all who are totally new to Pasos and which should be on position one of the FAQs.
I had a long lists of notes based on my own restoration and things that were posted on this forum. Now that it`s being raining for weeks I finally decided to finish it.
Please let me know if there`s something missing (specially regarding the 907ie) I can add before I will put it in the FAQs.
It got a bit long but I will melt it down to a checklist as well which will be put in the downloads
THX

G.


Buying a Paso

Generally speaking an 80s Ducati is not more or less reliable than any other bike that age. Many problems are caused by negligence. Regular maintenance is the key to any reliable machine.

The models:

Paso 750
oil cooled, 5-speed gearbox, Weber carb, 16" wheels, 280mm front brake discs, Kokusan ignition (California models: Marelli Digiplex). Very early models used an Öhlins shock instead of a Marzocchi, produced 1986-88

Paso 906
water cooled, 6-speed gearbox, Weber carb, 16" wheels, 280mm front brake discs, Marelli Digiplex ignition, produced 1988-89

907i.e.
water cooled, 6-speed gearbox, fuel injection, 17" wheels, 320mm front brake discs (early models had 300mm discs), Marelli IAW P7 ECU, produced 1990-92

The P750 was available in red, white (pearl) and blue (met.)
The 906 was available in red, dark blue, blue (met.) and grey
The 907ie was available in red and black (actually anthracite)

There were no bikes with yellow or tricolore factory paint. Rumours are that some large dealers offered different colours to get rid of their stock as these bikes were expensive and not selling well.

The white and blue 750 was only produced in small numbers Ducati and started naming them "Limited" during their production. For that reason some of these bikes don`t have Limited stickers, some have the stickers on the paint and others had them clearcoated like all the other stickers on the bike.
The Limiteds were nothing but a colour variant and are technically identical to the “normal” 750.

There were a small number of 750s produced that came with some performance upgrades like modified cylinder heads, flywheel and a larger header. A set of open (race only) Silentiums silencers came with them in a crate.
Identifying these bikes is hard as there's basically no info about them. It can only be done if you have the bike's full history, compare part numbers and remove the cylinder heads. (Rarely the race only silencers can be found on eBay so these are not a reliable sign that the bike is one of the few)

Early 750 models (1986/87) can be identified by a silver upper triple clamp and handlebars and a chromed rear grab rail while on later models these parts were black. The 750s with golden valve covers had an uprated valve rocker setup (with a clip) which allowed an easier valve service. This setup was used on all later Ducatis.
More info can be found in Ian Falloon's book Ducati Belt-Drive Two Valve-Twins restoration and modification


Making a decision

Which model will it be ? Every model is particular.

The Weber carburettor on the 750 & 906 can be a hassle but there's plenty of info (in the forum) on how to get this under control. Swapping to later models Mikunis or to aftermarket Dell'Ortos is a common modification.
Matching 16" tires are currently being sold only by one manufacturer (Golden Tyre). Alternative sizes can be fitted but may require modifications.

The 906 is heavier than the 750 but compensates this with more torque and a 6 speed gearbox.
The 907i.e. as the next step in evolution eliminated some of the flaws by using an electronic fuel injection and common size 17" wheels. As a consequence it handles differently and it looks a bit different as well.

Spare parts availability is generally not a huge issue although several parts are not stocked by Ducati anymore. There are several other sources besides eBay. It's worthwhile checking (older) Ducati dealerships as some parts are still available and some parts may still be in stock. This may require some patience and digging.
Later Ducati models share some parts as well. *

While low mileage bikes are tempting, bikes that were stored for several years often incur higher consequential costs due to their service backlog and possible long term storage deterioration. If you want a bike to ride consider a good one with a reasonable mileage that shows it's being ridden. You should have less problems and it may work out cheaper in the long run.

Knowing the bike`s history, specially its service history is always a huge plus.
If there's nothing except the word of the seller you may have to count on a full service. Timing belts that were replaced just before years of storage must be changed. "New" 16" Michelin tires are nice for a collector but must be replaced if you plan to ride the bike (the last Michelin A/M59X tire batch was produced in 2005).

In case you're not located in the US: US models came with large rear turn signals and a full red taillight instead of the amber/red Euro taillight that combines rear lights and turn signals in one housing. In case you find a bike with US taillight & blinkers but with a speedometer showing km/h instead of mph and temperature in °C instead of °F be suspicious. An instrument panel showing km/h and °F should also strike as odd (as would be a bike with a Euro taillight, speedometer showing km/h but temperature gauge showing °F). Such a bike may have been imported and equipped with a new or used instrument panel or speedometer. Unless there`s any documentation the true mileage of such a bike is unknown. The seller can tell you anything. (The only chance for verification is to call up the last owner/s if you can find out who it was - be prepared for an unpleasant surprise)

If you're looking for a low price restoration project of course all that doesn't really matter.

Like with every other older bikes it's a benefit if you are mechanically minded and are willing to do some of the work yourself.

Do not buy a bike unseen (i.e. from ebay) unless you're ready to spend some time and money on it.

And last, is the Paso a collectable? I guess you'll have to figure that out by yourself. It's definitely not an investment like a bevel SS or a 888SP model and prices for these bikes have increased very little (if at all) over the last few years. Imo it's a classic you should take care of but which unlike a real collectable you can ride & enjoy.


* side note
when having a dealer or shop check availability for parts as old it's always better to look up the parts catalogue and write down all part numbers before. I may be wrong but I think the Supersport is the earliest model in Ducatis electronic parts program, all older models are only available on microfiche. So some dealers reply they don't have anything just because they're too lazy to dig up the old microfiche reader or simply because they don't have one. They don't have any problem checking availability of part numbers in their software though! So have them at hand.


Things to check when inspecting a bike

Have a small flash light plus a 4 & 5 mm allen key at hand.
Remove the rear and front side fairings if that is possible.

Cosmetics / overall condition

o Is the paint job original, are all decals in the right place and covered by clear coat ? (Note the 750 came with different decals. Early models had "Controlled air flow" on the side)

o Are there parts with a colour mismatch or does the paint show an orange skin that could indicate a repaint ? (If so why was that ?)

o Do the fairing parts have stress cracks (ones around the fairing bolts are normal) or cracks that indicate the bike had a crash or fell over ?

o Inspect the steering stops that are located on the bottom of the frame's steering tube above the lower triple clamp. (you'll need the flashlight) Are these cracked or bent or is one of the adjuster screws new or different ? If so the bike has definitely been crashed. This doesn't happen if the bike just tips over.

o A small dent on the upper side of the tank (resulting from the light or starter switch housing hitting the tank) indicates a crash as do scratched handlebar ends/ lower forks/ foot pegs/ exhaust / rear axle & bolt (on the 907ie), bent/scratched brake/clutch/gear change levers or eventually replacement mirrors. In case the steering did hit the tank one steering stop is definitely cracked or bent. In very worst case one fork tube even hit the frame and damaged it

o Are the mirrors original (replacement mirrors from FAR which meanwhile are sold by Ducati as original spare parts don't fit very well and are lower quality. They are made of plastic instead of glasfibre)

o Check the front lower edges of the tank and the area around the filler cap for rust bubbles and if there's little fuel in the tank try to see if there's rust in the it (which may occur specially during long periods of storage and a tank not being properly filled)

o Does the clear coat peel from the rims (P750/906) ?

o Is there rust on the frame or exhaust ?

o Are the clear instrument cover or the rear light cracked ? (hard to find)

o Age and condition of original 16” Michelin tires is not a concern and shouldn't influence the price. Neither is getting original NOS (new old stock) tires with the bike as their production was stopped in 2005. Check the tires production date with their DOT number (i.e. DOT 325<I means calendar week 32 of 1995 while 3205 would mean calendar week 32 of 2005). Old tires are a potential safety hazard no matter how much thread they have left

o Are there all keys ? The 750 comes with three (one for the ignition switch, one for the seat lock, one for the helmet lock). The 906 and 907ie come with one universal key plus a copy (the key works for all locks). There may be another small key if the bike has a lockable tank cap

o Does the bike come with its original toolkit and user manual ? (you may find these under the seat in the tools compartment)

o If you smell gas it could be the tank is cracked at the front mount (more so the 750 and 906) which will require welding or replacement

Technics

o Is there a service history, invoices etc. (for last belt change, valve adjustment, fork oil/ brake fluid change ...) ? If not, is there a shop you can call for confirmation ? According to the official service manual the timing belts should be replaced every 2 years as is the brake fluid. So a belt change and a service before years of storage does not increase the value of a bike. It actually should also not be ridden until belts and fluids have been replaced

o Is the engine dry ? Typical oil leaks can be the drive shaft seal and the belt pulley seals (both after a longer storage), the o-ring between cylinder head and cylinder (specially the rear cylinder), the oil sight window

o A working clock is a plus as they often don't

o Does the ignition switch/key turn with no big effort or does it feel very notchy ? (the whole power for the coils and headlight runs through the ignition switch so bad contacts can cause the ignition switch to fail)

o Does the engine fire up well (not with endless cranking) and does it keep a steady idle also when cold ? Some smoke is normal if it didn`t run for a while but that should be gone when engine temperature rises (a compression test to verify if both cylinder are identical is always good) Note that firing up an engine that has been stored for years takes a little preparation like squirting some oil through the spark plug holes and turning over the engine a few times by hand by turning the rear wheel while in gear. If the last belt change is unknown have the seller start the bike up or ride it before you do (it's his risk then). If you then buy the bike haul it home and only ride it after you serviced it

o Clutch rattling on a Ducati is typical and normal. Excessive rattling could indicate chatter marks on the clutch basket or worn clutch discs (normal wear)

o On the 750 & 906 with the clutch slave piston in the clutch cover a squealing noise when the clutch is disengaged (when engine is running that is) can indicate a defective clutch throw out bearing which is relatively cheap to fix

o Shifting through the gears and specially finding neutral should work easily

o In case the lights brighten and dim strongly when opening throttle the electrics may need some attention (Battery low, bad ground connections ...)

o Check the right front swingarm side for white/acid spots. If there are the battery spilled acid which it will do if it boils; mostly due to a bad battery or faulty regulator/rectifier

o Do the dust seals of the fork have cracks and is there an oily line on the stanchion tube if you dive in the fork a few times. If there is the forks oil seals are leaking (If the fork is bone hard and non responsive it probably hasn`t seen any service for a while)

o Check the stanchion tubes for rust, pitting or scratches as later polishing or rechromeing won't be a longterm fix

o Put the bike on the center stand and have someone hold the rear down to get the front wheel from the ground. Push and pull the bottom of the fork legs to see if there's any play (from worn fork bushes or the steering bearings). Also turn the steering fully from side to side. It should fall to each side by itself and with no effort at all if the steering head bearings are ok

o The original rear shock is rather hard. If it feels soft and bouncy or bottoms out it's probably leaked its oil and needs to be rebuilt or replaced

o Inspect if the brake pads and discs have still more than minimum thickness

o Have a close look at the condition of chain (rust or stiff links?) and sprockets

o Remove the front sprocket cover and check if the engine case has scratch marks or cracks, has been welded or has signs of cold metal repair (these would be signs of a damage & repair caused by a snapped chain as a result of poor maintenance)

o On a 907ie check the left inner side of the swingarm. There's a conical spacer between swingarm and wheel. If this is or was mounted reversed you'll find deep marks in the swingarm (the correct position of the spacer is with its wider side towards the swingarm or it will lock the bearing!)

o On a 906 and 907ie check for leaks in the coolant system after the engine has reached its operating temperature. Possible reasons of a leak are a crack in the coolant expansion tank (mounted on the right side of the headlight) or a faulty filler cap

o On the 750: fine cracks in the oil cooler hoses are no concern unless there`s an oil leakage. These hoses are made of several plies

o When you test ride the bike look out for excessive vibration. Some vibration is normal on a 2 cylinder bike. If you feel a prickle in your hands or feet which becomes stronger the faster you go pull the clutch lever and let the bike roll. If that feeling is instantly gone the vibration is caused by the engine which in worst case could mean a crankshaft bearing starting to fail. If the vibration is still there this will indicate a misbalance in the suspension/wheels

o Furthermore look for a long stretch and accelerate hard through the gears. If the clutch is worn and slipping you'll notice an rpm increase without you getting that much faster

Note: A Paso sounds great specially if it comes with an aftermarket exhaust. All Ducatis do. Do not let the sound influence your buying decision !

A buyer's checklist can be downloaded here: ....................... (will be coming soon)


You've bought the bike, what now ?

If the service record is up to date check tire pressure and oil level then go out and have fun.

If it isn't and you're the kind who only rides and handles everything else with the credit card, have the bike checked by a reputable shop.

If you're the diy kind of guy download all manuals, some magazine articles and read. Also search the forum before you post questions. About everything has already been discussed.

If you want to fully go through your bike here's a list of all the things you can check & do besides the things you've already looked at before buying the bike.


The very basic

o Get a duplicate of the keys if the bike only came with one

o Change all fluids: oil (incl. oil filter and wire-gauze filter), brake fluid incl. clutch, coolant on the 907ie (flush the coolant system if there are deposits)

o Replace spark plugs

o According to the official service manual change belts every 2 years no matter of actual milage (they may hold up longer, but that's your risk)

o Check valve clearances

o Replace air and fuel filter

o Check/replace brake discs and pads

o Check/replace tires (age overrules condition)

o Measure battery voltage and charge if necessary. If it's a regular battery check the acid level as well

o Verify correct chain tension and grease it (a rusty chain or one with stiff links needs to be replaced. More oil/grease won't fix that!)

o Check/replace sprockets

o Torque all bolts according to specification in the workshop manual. Applying anti seize will keep bolts from seizing.


A bit more detail

o Drain the fuel from the tank and look for rust or dirt inside (there`s a wire gauze filter in the fuel petcock which can be cleaned after the petcock was removed from the tank)

o Check the rubber boots of the intake manifolds (below the carb/injection system) for hairline cracks. If they have rotten dry replace them

o Check fuel lines for cracks

o Replace the rubber brake lines as they are over 20 years old. They may look ok on the outside but you can't see if they are internally dissolving. One of the outcomes could be that the brake locks and doesn`t release when you hit it with the obvious consequences. (steel braided lines don't cost that much and it's a matter of safety after all)

o Go through the electrics and clean all contacts, specially all ground connections. Look for corroded, burnt or melted connectors & wires

o Measure over the battery if the voltage goes over 15V the more you open throttle. If it does you'll have to check the regulator/rectifier and eventually replace it (get an aftermarket unit as they are way better)

o Be sure the regulator/rectifier has a good ground connection

o Check speedometer, odometer and accelerator cables, remove, clean and lube them

o While you're at it check and replace broken silent blocks (vibration dampers) below the instrument panel. One reason they break is age, another can be a too short speedometer cable. An indicator for that is when there's tension on the rubber ring that holds the cable to the front fender also when the wheel is standing straight

o Check if the ignition key can be switched easily to each position (it can be rebuilt if it doesn't)

o Check if wheels spin free and if the bearings make any noises. There should be no side play

o Verify that there's no play in the fork, swingarm or shock

o Measure if the clutch discs are still above minimum thickness


Going into full detail

o Clean the Weber carb (specially if the bike wasn't used for a long period as the fuel in the float chamber will dry and leave some sediments)

o If the fuel in the tank is years old drain it (you can still use it for cleaning parts) and fill up with fresh fuel. If there`s dirt in the tank flush it

o In case you remove the tank check it`s front mount for any cracks or leakage

o Rebuild the fork, flush it and replace oil, oil & dust seals (preferably with original or ARIETE), eventually bushings if necessary (same as on some BMW, check the forum). Have a close look at the stanchion tubes and look out for any surface damage or stickup (latter you can wash off or polish by hand)

o While the fork is out see if the steering moves freely and smooth. If it does grease the bearings, if it doesn't replace them. (and never reuse the old inner bearing race just because you're not able to get it from the steering stem!) It's a good time to take an even closer look at the steering stops, too.

o Remove the swingarm & linkage. Grease the swingarm axle, the needle bearing in the left swingarm boss and the ones in the linkage. These things are often not done

o If the headlight is dull clean the lens but don't touch the reflector !

o In case all light bulbs are still original and have started to become dark you may want to replace them. By dark I mean the glass of the bulbs

o Bikes with higher mileage or which have been ridden short distances have a higher wear on starter brushes so you may want to check their condition

o Remove the clutch cover and inspect the clutch basket and core for chatter marks

o Only on the 750 and early 906 (with the clutch slave piston in the clutch cover) look at the wear of the pressure plate center and the "T" (mushroom) pin that sits in the pistons bearing. See if the bearing runs smooth. If it doesn't you may have to replace the complete piston as it's difficult to remove from it (see FAQs). If there's brake fluid in the clutch cover you'll have to replace the seal/o-ring of the piston

o The speedometer drive of the 750 has a grease nipple so you can lube that

o In case the bike was in long time storage there're some things one should do (before firing it up)

o When replacing the belts verify that there`s no rust on the belt rollers/tensioners. If so clean or better replace them as this will wear the belts
o Pull the cylinder heads and inspect the condition of the cylinder walls. The least is to squirt some oil through the spark plug hole and turn the engine over by hand a few times. Do a compression test
o On the 750 and 906 with the clutch slave piston in the clutch remove the clutch slave piston. Clean it and the cylinder in the cover to ensure the rubber o-ring didn't begin to stick to the cylinder wall
o For the same reason keep an eye on any oil leakage of the oil seals behind the cam pulleys and the driveshaft seal. You might even consider replacing them just as precaution. It's not a difficult job and the seals are not that expensive either.


The intervals of some of the points mentioned can be found in the workshop manual. What needs to be done depends on the bike's service history and condition.

The more you do at the beginning and the better you know the condition of your bike, the less surprises you'll have later on.

Of course you can also check if the cylinder head nuts are properly tightened or rebuild brake calipers or pumps ... But that's not necessary unless you want to do a full restoration or there are actual technical defects.


Room for improvement

When the bike is in its best possible condition there're still a few things you can do to make it better.

o The Weber (and any other) carb will benefit of a proper setup and individual jetting specially if there are parts on your bike that influence carburetion like open/sport exhaust or air filters, ported heads or whatnot

o A fuel pressure regulator (2-3psi) is a good add on in combination with the Weber carb

o Any engine benefits from a proper cam dialling (adjustable cam pulleys are helpful)

o Stronger/ new starter & battery cables will improve starting. There`s a ready kit you can buy (from Motolectric) but of course you can also make your own if you have the means or take your old cables to your local car stereo shop and have them make some

o On the 750 & 906: If the electrics is ok and the regulator/rectifier is checked for proper function, measure the voltage at the coils. If you measure a voltage drop adding a relay will be an improvement. It will also take stress from your ignition switch

o Aftermarket coils like the one from Dyna will further improve spark and in consequence idle behaviour and throttle response (coils and spark plug cables do age)

o In case you're using a standard battery get a battery acid overflow tank (it costs only a few $ and will protect your swingarm from acid spots)

o The headlight can be improved by adding a relay and/or replacing it with a Koyto unit or the dual headlight of a Yamaha FZ750 (which will require wiring mods). Do not throw in a 100W bulb as the excessive heat can cause damage to the reflector!

o Bar risers reduce the pressure on the wrists

o A washer under the clutch cover helps dissipating heat and blow out dust. Note that noise will increase and if you live in a humid climate clutch discs and springs can catch surface rust


Tuning / modifying

A short & random list of other parts that can be fitted:

o Aftermarket exhaust systems are rare. Used ones can be found but there are only very few manufacturers which still manufacture some
o Sport air filters (K&N, UNI Filter, BMC ...)
o Corbin seats
o Progressive fork springs & shock spring (Hyperpro, Wilbers ...) for a more responsive suspension
o Shocks (Wilbers, Hagon, Bitubo, Fox racing ...)
o Big bore kits or high compression pistons
o Ducati ST2 camshafts or aftermarket ones from VeeTwo, Kämna ...
o Programmable ignition modules (Ignitech, Silent Hektik, Pederzini ...)
o Aftermarket chips for the 907ie (FIM, FBF ...) - if you can get one
o A lighter flywheel makes the engine more responsive and feel more vivid
o Aftermarket carbon/aluminium belt or front sprocket covers for SS/Monster models (750 & early 906 will require the sprocket cover for early Supersports while almost any other sprocket cover for Ducatis with the clutch slave piston on the left engine side can be fitted on the 907ie)
o Larger rear sprockets (2 teeth more, hence a 40 tooth sprocket on the 750/906 or a 42 tooth sprocket on a 907ie will fit without having to replace the chain with a longer one)
o The "Ducati case saver" will protect the engine from damage caused by a snapping chain (will fit 900cc engines only)
o Keihin FCR 39/41, Mikuni TDMR 40 flatslide carbs for 750/906
o Open clutch covers for the 750/906 are hard to find. A 907ie can be fitted with any clutch cover for SS/Monster/851/888/916 etc.
o Aftermarket clutch slave cylinders can be fitted on the 907ie (it should come with an adapter piston for all Ducatis pre 2000). These reduce clutch actuation effort
o Alternative brake calipers (you can fit almost any on a 750/906 as they will require a mounting adapter. For a 907ie it's the easiest to get some with a 40mm mounting hole distance)
o Brake or clutch master cylinders, radial or standard, no matter if Brembo or Nissin or aftermarket
o Adjustable brake & clutch levers
o Aftermarket/ adjustable foot pegs
o Scottoiler
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:cool:



Very good work, G. The only thing I can think to add is that nuts and bolts should be torqued correctly, and it is advisable to apply anti-corrosion or anti-seize to fastenings like the axle clamps, swinging arm pinion, and so on, when re-assembling.
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great job G, I think you have covered most things :thumbup:
any new future potential paso owner will take a little while to digest all the info, but it should help them greatly :truck:

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this is not a bad slogan, I might add this to my signature.
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Post by Derek »

A great write up G. Well done for all that effort. The only thing I can see that needs correcting is that the 907ie doesn't use the Marelli Digiplex ignition; both the ignition and the fuel injection are controlled by the Marelli IAW P7 ECU.
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thanks for that ! Isn`t the P7 a Digiplex unit as well ? I always thought so, however I will change that.

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Claude, what do you mean by "most" ? What`s missing ? :truck:
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Well done G, this is an excellent write up. As always your dedication to this site and the Paso community is second to none. :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :beer:
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Only one thing I can see


If you smell gas it could be the tank is cracked at the front mount ( More so the 750 and 906 ) and will require welding or replacement

Always amazing G :beer: :beer:
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Awesome dude, good checklist and peace of mind info before that all important decision... to buy, or not to buy :thumbup:
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I forgot the checking of the rubber boots on the intake manifolds

higgy, have you ever seen such a crack in the tank? I can`t remember hearing of that one.
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there is a thread G If the fairing stay is loose it lets the two side panels rock which of course rocks the tank on the front pedastal and cracks the metal where the tube is welded
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paso750 wrote:Claude, what do you mean by "most" ? What`s missing ? :truck:

nothing that I can think of...apart from, the paso series is a relatively well designed motorcycle, a versatile milemuncher, fun to ride and well deserving of the category as a sports tourer :thumbup:
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Post by paso750 »

ok, if that`s all, FAQ it. Thanks for the feedbacks :thumbup:
Now I still need to melt this down to a useable checklist ...

G.
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Re: A Paso buyer`s guide - your input please !

Post by Tamburinifan »

S'cuse me f being a bit late on this, but anyhow:


Very basic 907:
Check TPS settings & CO. TPS at idle is usually near 320mV.
DO NOT trust fuel level light as it often is faulty. Use trip meter to check its function.

Improvement :
Better front lights w 12V direct from battery via relays. A MUST & very noticeable.
Lower/more forward fotpegs, easier on butt, knees & wrists.

Tuning 907:
WM P8 ECU is an option f tuning, gives possibility for rear cyl mapping, tuning f hicomps etc. Requires shop w
know how or DIY w a 900 w injection (907, 90SSie,ST2 will do) hex file + f e TunerPro software & chip burner. This can be done
w P7 also but w/o rear mapping possibility (which makes a difference).
http://www.cajinnovations.com is another option. My FHE w both indicates WM works better.
ST2 heads & cylinders fits, although you need to make a tunnel f the rev counter gear.

900SSie cams fits 906 & 907 as well and are a little hotter.

Nice work as usual, G! :thumbup:
Gert

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Re: A Paso buyer`s guide - your input please !

Post by persempre907 »

Great piece of writing :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
paso750 wrote: higgy, have you ever seen such a crack in the tank? I can`t remember hearing of that one.
I had the tank cracked on my old 906. I needed to weld it.
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