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  1. Taken Near Kaikoura on East Coast of South island New Zealand
    4 points
  2. Replace the spark plugs with screw in desiccant cartridges.
    3 points
  3. (Sigh.) Guys. It really is a matter of minor consequence. As long as the threads in the casting are good you can use either and there should be no leaks. The Dowty seals are readily available, 3/8th if you can't find 10mm work fine. In most situations you can re-use a Dowty seal several times if it's a low pressure application like a drain plug. Alloy washers can also be annealed but the process is the exact opposite of copper and really not worth the effort. Buy some sealing washers. Use them. The End.
    3 points
  4. Edit; disregard. I left half of them in Ohio. I still have plenty. 21 January 2020. I have 2 plates left. I'll be ordering another 50 shortly- if it takes 2 more years to sell them, that's ok. E.
    2 points
  5. Nope, not even close to fitting. Gearbox mounts are different as is the engine offset in the frame. Ciao
    2 points
  6. Most of you probably follow the Redux thread, but I wanted to move the pertinent info to the top where it's not buried 7 pages deep. Pete Roper licensed sloppage trays for V11 broad-sump motors, US-made in 304 Stainless Steel .080" thick. Edit; Plates have been taken over by member ducatiguzziindian- see later pages for info. 16 Nov. '23
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  7. Interested in buying a V11? See this faq and the 'most common problems' faq This addresses the changes in V11 Sports and LeMans motorcycles from 1999-2005 Thanks and credit goes to the many V11LeMans website contributors. Breakdown of changes in year models from 1999-2005. The V11 sport variants (referred to here as just 'V11') have been produced from about '99 to 2005. I understand that this model is now discontinued, and will no longer be built. That makes it a legacy bike, I guess. Major similarities: All the V11 models are 'spine frame' bikes. The name derives from the large square 'spine' that runs the center of the bike between the cylinders and serves as the main frame component. All the V11 variants have the normal Guzzi two cylinder, two valve/cylinder motor that is in a higher state of tune than the 'cruiser' model Guzzi's. The valves must be adjusted- they are not hydraulic. All the V11 variants have the six-speed transmission and a hydraulic clutch. Older spine frame Guzzi's like the 1100 sport, 1100sporti, etc. have a 5 speed box. Real changes in the bikes from inception to end are small and incremental. 1999-2001 models have a (shorter) red frame than later models. They handle 'quicker' or some say 'more twitchy'. Some say they are unstable at high speed- I've never had a problem. The 99-01 models have clip-ons mounted below the upper triple clamp and have Veglia brand (white face) instruments. They have a thinner rear wheel (4.5") and the brake rotors have circular holes in them; apparently the 'circular hole rotors' are more prone to warping than later rotors. My mid-year '01 has later model rotors fitted, so your guess is as good as mine here. Guzzi went to a longer wheelbase in late '01 or '02 to increase high speed stability. The '01 Rosso Mandello still has the short wheelbase of the 00 V11. Some folks have suggested that appropriate tire choice (Pirelli Diablo) gives a machine that handles like the '00-01 models. '02 and later models have additional bracing in the longer frame and a wider 5.5" rear wheel. New front forks with the clip-ons mounted above the triple clamp are standard. '02 and later models have black engine paint. The '02 model paint is 'fuzzy' and is prone to flaking and blistering off- so it looked horrible- and Guzzi offered new cases to those afflicted with it. New brake rotors (triangular holes) are stock. Late '02 models have commonly been rebadged as '03 models. True '03 models should have a '3' in the VIN and have 'satin' engine paint. Fuzzy engine paint on an '03 model is an indication that it is a rebadged '02 (with short/chin-pad tank, white face instruments and external fuel pump and filter). In '02 or '03, Guzzi changed the electric gas petcock out for a manual version. '03 was a 'big' year for changes in the V11; many improvements were made. Fork diameter is larger (43mm instead of the earlier 40mm), front axle diameter is larger and the axle is hollow. A front crossover or balance pipe is added above the alternator (improves midrange performance ?). The engine has a *claimed* higher compression set of pistons, which are now cooled by an oil jet (more on this below). The fuel pump was relocated to the interior of the gas tank, so '03+ models do not suffer from vapor lock like earlier models (see below). Several cosmetic modifications are present as well- the 'chin pad' is gone in favor of a smooth (longer) tank. The engine paint is satin black, the fairing (if present) mounts further ahead on a different 'gooseneck' mount. Gauges are now ITI/ hUr brand (black faces). This interesting trivia from the V11 board: "I would like to add a note about the speedo on the 02 - 03 V11 Naked. This may or may not be common knowledge. The original and replacement speedos on my bike did exactly the same. The bottom line is that the speedo indicates in MPH, the trip-odometer registers in miles but the odometer registers in 2KM increments. If you don't believe me and have one of these bikes, pull off and stop when the odometer just finishes turning to a new number and set the trip to zero. Drive the bike until the odometer just turns an additional "10 miles". You will find that the trip reads just over 12.4 miles or exactly 20KM. " All that said- Guzzi has been known to make 'parts bin' bikes out of whatever is left over. In that case, the bike may have parts from several year models. This can be frustrating, but it attests to the fact that most parts from one year will fit on other year models. Decoding the VIN number (thanks to Todd Haven of MPH Cycles) Z is for Italy GU is for Guzzi KRAKR designates 1100 spine frame 2000-2002(sport and Lemans) 9th digit is undefined 10th digit is model year(not production) W-98, X=99,Y=2000,1=2001,2=2002 11-16th digits are identifying serial number for your specific bike.
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  8. Touché. U have a water cooled, 8v duc motor? I did my own personal cost/benefit analysis of that valve job, and the “take it to the duc dealer” option handily won, despite the fact that I still do the duc valves on my air cooled models. And I gave up on my duc LCD display long ago. I figured it’s not a feature I care about enough to fight with anymore. But back to Docc’s nav topic.... I’m a map geek, and know that’s not a unique thing. But my recollection of the “good ‘ol days” of map usage needs to include the copious amounts of cursing I did when realizing I’d gone the wrong way. I’ve messed with a score of impressive electronic/gps map app options, and dove deep into a few, but in the end for my on-road nav I’ve learned to deal with the vagueries of google maps to good effect, and for myself deciding that it was a shorter learning curve, and more importantly was a learning curve that doesn’t need to be repeated nearly as much to stay competent. I was always needing to re-learn the powerful but complicated options on the best map apps. Building routes is simple in google, it’s on every smart phone and computer, and importantly it’s easy to link my iPhone to drop a route onto an old iPad mini I will use for long trips, due to eyes getting older and needing that bigger screen. And the “pinch” zooming is so simple, along with option to work online or offline. Mostly I just use the blue-dot-on-a-map view option, which is more akin to a paper map but with the “you are here” built in, but occasionally use the turn-by-turn guidance in larger, complicated settings in foreign cities. Was super handy in Japan and Italy in the big cities. I use other apps for off-road.
    1 point
  9. https://theclan.motoguzzi.com/eventi/calendario/gmg-centenario-moto-guzzi-save-the-date#comment-4731 https://37rdh3754wjnwbrvk46m3ocv44-adwhj77lcyoafdy-theclan-motoguzzi.translate.goog/eventi/calendario/gmg-centenario-moto-guzzi-save-the-date#comment-4731
    1 point
  10. https://www.motociclismo.it/100-anni-moto-guzzi-livree-celebrative-tornano-giornate-mondiali-mandello-78017 https://7uyqobu5z3eqfoj2rflnnh5pja-adwhj77lcyoafdy-www-motociclismo-it.translate.goog/100-anni-moto-guzzi-livree-celebrative-tornano-giornate-mondiali-mandello-78017
    1 point
  11. Here's the next question begged; Will 1100 Sport bodywork fit a V11 frame?
    1 point
  12. My Ducati has one of those fancy LCD dashboards. Time and Temp at the ready, along with coolant temp, odo, miles remaining, hours ridden, lap timers (have no idea), speedo recalibration, etc.. etc.. The owner's book is about 300 pages, 200 are for operation of the dashboard. Things like "chain adjustment" mentioned are take it to the dealer. Seriously. Actually maintenance has been pretty easy, so long as it's routine and I have the right tools, rear stand, unique Ducati tools and the like. No, I won't tackle the 18k desmo check/adjust.
    1 point
  13. Why does anyone buy a bike (or car) and not ride it?
    1 point
  14. I just hope one of our EU members buys this so we can hear all about it!
    1 point
  15. Great pic! FYI, I'm filing a claim with UPS today. The seller believes it was damaged in shipment. Mike
    1 point
  16. My sweetie got me a Formotion clock for Christmas. It's been too cold in the Guzzi Garage (tm) to even think about installing it, but it *will* go on. One way or another.. That Timex looks nice, Docc. I installed something similar on MZ I have in California.
    1 point
  17. Or.. like me.. get out your die and punches and make some out of soft 3003-0 aluminum. Free. (Guzzi content)
    1 point
  18. No docc mines had the wider rear wheel for years. Ciao
    1 point
  19. Here’s the 1999-2001 parts catalog, courtesy of AF1racing.com. The OEM number here is the plain crush washer. The old one previously installed on my bike has the rubber seal, and I had heard that seal washers are sort of a Guzzi thing. I don’t recall what my old 850T had.
    1 point
  20. Just saw this listed on Facebook Guzzis for sale. Holy crap.
    1 point
  21. Well, the tank is a "Nylon" (a polyamide derivative) and the starter cover is likely ABS (a styrene derivative). A "reinforced composite" (combination of bonding agent/epoxy with a substrate like glass fiber or metal particles) will work on either (with proper prep, as Chuck has said). In this case, I would be inclined to bond a reinforcement plate (maybe a shaped aluminum plate) to reinforce the rear mounting point for the tank. I would be concerned something broke that tank (impact) and carefully inspect the two front mounting points for stress or damage . . .
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  22. we surely know that's possible. I'd worry about rubber being on the contact surface. Harpers is offering copper (no rubber) for that so ... 'superseded'
    1 point
  23. I think I can see the crack. Is it to the right of the triangular anchoring tab? I recently did a trial repair on a junk side panel just to see if it worked. I used JB Weld clear weld. A 2 part epoxy that comes in a convenient double syringe to use at your leisure. With proper prep ( a bit of grinding and sanding ) and the use of a small scrap of carbon fiber, it made for a very strong bond. The epoxy bonds well and is hard as a rock. I was bonding two pieces, so to strengthen I drilled some holes for the epoxy to get a good hold. I also applied everything to both sides which you won't need to do. Get a small burr grinder (dremel is good) and grind past the ends of the crack a ways. I'd probably line the tank after. I do not know if the tank and the side panel are made of the same material. It's possible they are not.
    1 point
  24. I wonder if Acerbis has any info/advice on repairs to these tanks ?
    1 point
  25. I elected to replace internal filter on my '03 Lemans because tank gasket failed. Although the internal lines looked fine, I figured I didn't want to ever go in there again (unless pump failed) so, I replaced the 17 year old lines with the Euro Moto item specified in prior post. Good luck!
    1 point
  26. I wouldn't bother with the internal lines personally but if you do here's a link for replacements. Does Guzzis as well. https://www.euromotoelectrics.com/product-p/fp-hosekit.htm Ciao
    1 point
  27. I am guilty of forgetting that the 1999-2001 Sport and the V11 LeMans variants are not the only "V11" and certainly not the only 1064 Big Blocks. Other than things like the carbs vs. FI, sump/spacer, exhaust flanges, and valve covers, aren't the V11 Sport motors the same as the Sport 1100/ 1100 Sport-i (pistons, rods, heads, valves and cam, etc.)? And, even more, are there differences from the V11 "EV"/ California motors?
    1 point
  28. Mark of Moto Guzzi Classics in Long Beach / Signal Hill, CA, has just posted a bunch of bikes on the local CL. Lots of cool pics of vintage MG’s: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=moto+guzzi&sort=rel I took a look at the Cal/Cafe Racer conversion and the 850T last time I was there. Both are very nice. The 850T was a trip for me as that is the model I had back in the day, the one that infected me with Guzzi Fever. Mark does great restorations and is a great guy!
    1 point
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