# Singles **URL:** https://forum.docgb.org/c/technical-help/singles/26.md [Latest](https://forum.docgb.org/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.docgb.org/categories.md) --- ## [About the Singles category](https://forum.docgb.org/t/about-the-singles-category/33)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.docgb.org/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2008, 6:25pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/about-the-singles-category/33 "2008-01-01T18:25:38Z")
For questions about all four stroke singles. --- ## [Ducati 160 Monza Junior VIN plate query](https://forum.docgb.org/t/ducati-160-monza-junior-vin-plate-query/6846)
**Author:** [@Tony\_Jessop](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Tony_Jessop)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2025, 10:26am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/ducati-160-monza-junior-vin-plate-query/6846 "2025-05-23T10:26:27Z")
Can anyone confirm what the top line of the VIN plate foil sticker is stamped as, I think it translates as vehicle type but am not sure what Ducati classed it as ? 160 Jr ? 160 MJ ? Does anyone have a photo ? --- ## [Silverstone Super Tool boxes](https://forum.docgb.org/t/silverstone-super-tool-boxes/1892)
**Author:** [@ducatielite203](https://forum.docgb.org/u/ducatielite203)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2024, 4:07pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/silverstone-super-tool-boxes/1892 "2024-09-07T16:07:45Z")
I have a pair of toolboxes which carry " Silverstone Super " decals, see photo. I have had them over 30 years, so they are not modern computer generated transfers. I have never seen them anywhere else, or in the lite… --- ## [Clutch Drag 175 Silverstone Super](https://forum.docgb.org/t/clutch-drag-175-silverstone-super/6582)
**Author:** [@MWW](https://forum.docgb.org/u/MWW)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2024, 4:06pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/clutch-drag-175-silverstone-super/6582 "2024-09-07T16:06:20Z")
I am suffering from what appears to be clutch drag on my Silverstone Super 175. It gets worse as the bike gets hotter. When it first happened we examined the clutch and the centre nut had come loose. Fixed that and rebui… --- ## [Scrambler buying info](https://forum.docgb.org/t/scrambler-buying-info/6250)
**Author:** [@paul1098](https://forum.docgb.org/u/paul1098)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2023, 9:44pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/scrambler-buying-info/6250 "2023-07-08T21:44:22Z")
Hi, Looking to pick the brains of some experts in bevels. I’m in the early stages of finding out information about 350 or 450 singles probably scrambler as it’ll suit the roads round here and give me something small to… --- ## [350 Sebring single](https://forum.docgb.org/t/350-sebring-single/6118)
**Author:** [@Paul-52](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Paul-52)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2022, 3:07pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/350-sebring-single/6118 "2022-08-17T15:07:14Z")
I would like to know the correct thickness for carb spacer 1970 model thanks --- ## [250 single racer](https://forum.docgb.org/t/250-single-racer/5769)
**Author:** [@lotusles1](https://forum.docgb.org/u/lotusles1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2021, 10:52am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/250-single-racer/5769 "2021-08-21T10:52:59Z")
Hi All Just taken delivery a 250 single racer and joined the forum straight away. I was wondering what its based on as there is no frame number and I’m guessing the engine number may not be the actual engine it started… --- ## [Brio 48 gear selector cable setup](https://forum.docgb.org/t/brio-48-gear-selector-cable-setup/5202)
**Author:** [@Jimbobbalooba](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Jimbobbalooba)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2020, 8:52am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/brio-48-gear-selector-cable-setup/5202 "2020-05-21T08:52:59Z")
Hey all! My first post ever I think, at least for a long time and my word, I really need your help! I’m currently restoring a 1965 Brio 48 (check out my blog at https://meek.space if you like). I’ve been doing this proj… --- ## [125 ts nearly done](https://forum.docgb.org/t/125-ts-nearly-done/2173)
**Author:** [@Wrighty999](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Wrighty999)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2018, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/125-ts-nearly-done/2173 "2018-07-19T19:34:12Z")
--- ## [250 Mach 1 toolboxes](https://forum.docgb.org/t/250-mach-1-toolboxes/2125)
**Author:** [@peteholt](https://forum.docgb.org/u/peteholt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2018, 4:05pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/250-mach-1-toolboxes/2125 "2018-04-24T16:05:47Z")
Hello, I have acquired a 250 Mach 1 but it doesn’t have the original toolboxes fitted. I have managed to obtain a pair of 2nd hand toolboxes but cannot fathom out how the fit to the frame. Could anyone offer some advise… --- ## [Saxon framed singles](https://forum.docgb.org/t/saxon-framed-singles/278)
**Author:** [@Single\_Duck](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Single_Duck)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2018, 9:27pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/saxon-framed-singles/278 "2018-01-30T21:27:45Z")
I’m looking for pictures of the Saxon framed race singles (or others of a similar nature - frames without the front support tube to the engine :open\_mouth: ). If you have any, or know where I might get some I would be v… --- ## [Centre stand](https://forum.docgb.org/t/centre-stand/2115)
**Author:** [@Keith\_Hartop](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Keith_Hartop)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2017, 7:27pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/centre-stand/2115 "2017-08-19T19:27:39Z")
Hi everyone Can anyone help, is it possible to get a centre stand for a 1971 450 RT I will be very grateful for any replies Cheers Keith. --- ## [Seat for Monster M695 2008](https://forum.docgb.org/t/seat-for-monster-m695-2008/2082)
**Author:** [@Tiny\_Monster](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Tiny_Monster)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2017, 4:30am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/seat-for-monster-m695-2008/2082 "2017-06-30T04:30:19Z")
Hi all, I’m new to the forum and the world of Ducati ownership! I’d like to get a custom seat made for my M695, but rather than butcher the pristine original I want to use a second hand one as a base…will any other Monst… --- ## [monza 160 jnr oil leak](https://forum.docgb.org/t/monza-160-jnr-oil-leak/2028)
**Author:** [@willsandtina](https://forum.docgb.org/u/willsandtina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2017, 7:51pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/monza-160-jnr-oil-leak/2028 "2017-04-11T19:51:21Z")
Hi I have almost finished a restoration on the monza jnr but have discovered an oil leek from the cylinder head. After opening this up it seems to be coming from an oil ‘nipple’ situated next to the rear left cylinder h… --- ## [200GT. Kick Start problem](https://forum.docgb.org/t/200gt-kick-start-problem/1921)
**Author:** [@MikeMonk-200GT](https://forum.docgb.org/u/MikeMonk-200GT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2016, 3:30pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/200gt-kick-start-problem/1921 "2016-10-26T15:30:12Z")
Hi, I’m Mike. I bought the bike from a German dealer at the beginning of the year. I new it had a kick start problem and the bike was priced accordingly. The kick start would slip part way through its operation I stri… --- ## [Possible coil problems?????](https://forum.docgb.org/t/possible-coil-problems/1816)
**Author:** [@ignatz](https://forum.docgb.org/u/ignatz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2016, 11:10am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/possible-coil-problems/1816 "2016-08-03T11:10:10Z")
Hi Possible coil problems on a 1975 250 desmo 12 volt conversion. Engines stutters to a halt after about 5-10 miles (just far enough from home to be a nuisance) then usually restarts after it cools down. Coil gets very … --- ## [350 wide case engine wanted](https://forum.docgb.org/t/350-wide-case-engine-wanted/1846)
**Author:** [@wreckless](https://forum.docgb.org/u/wreckless)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2016, 9:10am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/350-wide-case-engine-wanted/1846 "2016-07-23T09:10:48Z")
If anyone has a 350 single wide case engine for sale (c.early '70s for a project build) please drop me a line at rickg6@hotmail.co.uk thanks Rick --- ## [N/C 250 Mototrans Cam timing](https://forum.docgb.org/t/n-c-250-mototrans-cam-timing/1524)
**Author:** [@Jeb](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Jeb)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2015, 1:12pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/n-c-250-mototrans-cam-timing/1524 "2015-05-26T13:12:19Z")
Hi all. I am rebuilding a 1973 Mototrans 250 NC scrambler ( I know, please don’t mock the stupid ) and have to get the camshaft and rockers reground due to exessive scoring caused I suspect by low oil feed to top end. W… --- ## [160 monza single](https://forum.docgb.org/t/160-monza-single/337)
**Author:** [@ducatidave](https://forum.docgb.org/u/ducatidave)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2014, 10:27pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/160-monza-single/337 "2014-02-23T22:27:56Z")
hi all well as the summer did not arrive ive not done much bike related stuff this except touring and camping in wales in the spring mostly wet!!! the st and maggs ducati tl trudged on we had a good time despite the weat… --- ## [MOTO MARIANNA-help needed](https://forum.docgb.org/t/moto-marianna-help-needed/173)
**Author:** [@VWLUPOGTI](https://forum.docgb.org/u/VWLUPOGTI)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2013, 9:22am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/moto-marianna-help-needed/173 "2013-05-03T09:22:32Z")
Dear All, I have noted reference to Moto Marianna on many Ducati singles articles relating to engine rebuilds etc.Also i have seen the ad in “DESMO”.As any one got any testimonials to the quality of work/service or any … --- ## [Mach 3 350 Build](https://forum.docgb.org/t/mach-3-350-build/957)
**Author:** [@Tyrefryer](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Tyrefryer)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2012, 9:42pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/mach-3-350-build/957 "2012-08-14T21:42:49Z")
I thought I’d post my progress on my ongoing involvement with my 1974 Mach 3 350, in case I come across anything anyone else might find useful and I thought it would be good to keep a record of progress (if any). I’ve o… --- ## [Jetting for a 350 Mach 3](https://forum.docgb.org/t/jetting-for-a-350-mach-3/946)
**Author:** [@Tyrefryer](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Tyrefryer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2012, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/jetting-for-a-350-mach-3/946 "2012-07-13T12:11:41Z")
I have an Amal Concentric Mark 2 fitted to my 1973 Mach 3 350 and I’m trying to order an overrhaul kit from Amal. I need to specify the jetting I require and though I have the original jetting and Mick Walker reccomended… --- ## [Bush for kick start shaft Mach 1](https://forum.docgb.org/t/bush-for-kick-start-shaft-mach-1/921)
**Author:** [@lloydy1](https://forum.docgb.org/u/lloydy1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2012, 10:30am UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/bush-for-kick-start-shaft-mach-1/921 "2012-06-02T10:30:07Z")
Can some one advise please? I am in the process of rebuilding a Mach 1 which has a 350 engine fitted, it was used for club racing and the kick start had been removed. I have purchased a kick start shaft ready to fit. Th… --- ## [literature](https://forum.docgb.org/t/literature/860)
**Author:** [@les](https://forum.docgb.org/u/les)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2012, 7:22pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/literature/860 "2012-01-16T19:22:28Z")
Ex owner has for sale, folder full of photocopy pages of ducati 125 parts book, 160 monza parts book and manual pages for monza £20 (kent) --- ## [160 Monza for sale](https://forum.docgb.org/t/160-monza-for-sale/744)
**Author:** [@Thadeus](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Thadeus)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 4:35pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/160-monza-for-sale/744 "2011-02-16T16:35:18Z")
A friend of mine has a 160 Monza for sale. It belonged to Mike Jeanmaire, an old member who passed away last year. I have recently re-built the motor to cure a crank case oil leak. It is in full working order and in good… --- ## [jetting the 250 desmo](https://forum.docgb.org/t/jetting-the-250-desmo/607)
**Author:** [@ignatz](https://forum.docgb.org/u/ignatz)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2009, 11:52pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/jetting-the-250-desmo/607 "2009-12-21T23:52:27Z")
Hi- or me again Does anyone know if there is a minimum size for the main jet on a 250 desmo? I currently have a 105 but the plug is still oiling horrendously. It had a 120 which is apparently about right for a 450! S… --- ## [non starting 250](https://forum.docgb.org/t/non-starting-250/300)
**Author:** [@ignatz](https://forum.docgb.org/u/ignatz)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2009, 5:04pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/non-starting-250/300 "2009-07-23T17:04:45Z")
I’m trying to find out how to get a Ducati single to start running again. Fuel in tank, taps open, 12.5V in the battery, plug sparking outside the cylinder, smell of petrol from the cylinder. Kicks over but won’t fire … --- ## [This seasons race bike](https://forum.docgb.org/t/this-seasons-race-bike/402)
**Author:** [@atreyu](https://forum.docgb.org/u/atreyu)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2009, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/this-seasons-race-bike/402 "2009-04-27T19:30:04Z")
. --- ## [Ageing a US import..](https://forum.docgb.org/t/ageing-a-us-import/415)
**Author:** [@Mike](https://forum.docgb.org/u/Mike)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2009, 9:38pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/ageing-a-us-import/415 "2009-04-19T21:38:29Z")
Hello - I have recently joined DOC, and have a number of bikes including a 888,916, 900SS and a US imported 250 single. As per the normal US bikes, the 250 has no stamped frame number, but used to carry a label identifyi… --- ## [Fuel taps](https://forum.docgb.org/t/fuel-taps/467)
**Author:** [@keef](https://forum.docgb.org/u/keef)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2009, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.docgb.org/t/fuel-taps/467 "2009-04-14T20:15:40Z")
These puppies, were the cause of an unplanned walk the other day. They really are a bit past it. Sugestions for replacements urgently wanted! Note the male threads, the Pantah type taps will not fit! [Next page](https://forum.docgb.org/c/technical-help/singles/26.md?page=1)