Yes tabledrain they are the same plugs DPR8EIX-9 I use them on my beast and they perform well I might try and see if they make a one less colder size for the SC engines but I have a few other ideas to try first.
He is in Welshpool and his name is Brett.He has been doing mainly Japanese cars but they are branching into bikes. He told me the computer on an R3 is similar to the system cars like Mitsubishi and Nissan use. http://www.tokyomotorsports.com.au/Home.aspx
Thanks fellas. looks a set of 6 will find a new home. I am changing plugs every 25000km. the rocket( new in nov 08) is about to kick over its first 100 000km.