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The recall is way overdue, hopefully they will correct the issue completely and move on. I've driven a Model Y for about 5 months and had at east 3 software updates, its part of the ownership experience similar to owning a I-phone. Its a computer that happens to operate a car.
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12 hours ago, Lucky Phil said:
Buy yourself one of these. With a pair of AEW stainless silencers as shown it'll be about 90lbs lighter. Smooth as silk, abs, low C of G and parts are dirt cheap. Quality is very good. Can't go wrong.
INT 650 Orange Crush...
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4 hours ago, GuzziMoto said:
I don't know if they will have a second race in the US, but if they did, my favorite track would be Road America. It would take a lot of money to get it up to FIM standards, but the race would be epic. Realistically, Indianapolis is the only track that is close to standards and capable of hosting enough fans to make it worth while. The races they had in Indy were well attended and it was an enjoyable race to go to. It was also well located for people to get to. Barber could be possible, but it would be a bad location and a boring race. Plenty of decent tracks here, like NJMP and PittRace, but I don't see them as being up to MotoGP standards. Saying we will have a second race and actually having a second race are two different things.
I always thought that Barber's was built for MotoGP style races but can't due to the inability to run fast enough top speeds. Maybe most of the tracks listed fall into this category, except Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Circuit of the Americas Austin. That doesn't mean most of them couldn't get altered to MotoGP specs.
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8 hours ago, Chuck said:
Well, lets' face it. They are all just air pumps. The Mighty Scura had Mike Rich flowed heads, which IHMO was the main thing. He told me they were the best Guzzi heads he'd ever done..still had records.
Chuck question, did the Mike Rich pistons create more engine vibration?
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Ferrari 288 GTO
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https://www.tesla.com/ownersmanual/model3/en_au/GUID-20F2262F-CDF6-408E-A752-2AD9B0CC2FD6.html
Autopilot Features
This topic describes how to enable and use the following driver assistance features.
- Traffic-Aware Cruise Control: Like traditional cruise control, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control maintains a set driving speed. However, Traffic-Aware Cruise Control also slows down or accelerates Model 3 as needed to maintain the following distance from the vehicle in front of you. While Traffic-Aware Cruise Control is engaged, you are still responsible for steering Model 3 (see Traffic-Aware Cruise Control).
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Autosteer: Like Traffic-Aware Cruise Control, Autosteer maintains a set speed (if there is not a vehicle in front of you) or a set following distance (if there is a vehicle in front of you). In addition, Autosteer detects lane markings, road edges, and the presence of vehicles and objects to intelligently keep Model 3 in its driving lane (see Autosteer).
NoteAutosteer is a BETA feature.
- Auto Lane Change: When you engage a turn signal while Autosteer is active, Auto Lane Change moves Model 3 into the adjacent lane in the direction indicated by the turn signal (see Auto Lane Change).
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Navigate on Autopilot: Navigate on Autopilot builds on the features of Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer. While Autosteer is active, Navigate on Autopilot allows Model 3 to suggest and, if configured, automatically change lanes to pass other vehicles and follow the navigation route (see Navigate on Autopilot).
NoteNavigate on Autopilot is a BETA feature.
Traffic-Aware Cruise Control and Autosteer use information from the cameras on Model 3 to detect lane markings, road edges, and other vehicles and road users around Model 3.CAUTIONBefore using Autopilot features, ensure that all cameras are clean and free of obstructions (see Cleaning a Camera). Dirty cameras and sensors (if equipped), as well as environmental conditions such as rain and faded lane markings, affect Autopilot performance.CAUTIONIt is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the limitations of Autopilot and the situations in which driver intervention may be needed. For more information, see Limitations and Warnings. -
3 hours ago, gstallons said:
Tesla (for everyone's understanding) should send an e-mail to every Tesla owner stating that "this is NOT a robotic self thinking vehicle and the driver is fully responsible at all times" and make sure it is acknowledged. One life is not worth the stupidity of others.
I sent a story to Josh and Docc about a motorcyclists speeding and lane swapping and running into the back of a Tesla on a highway in Florida. The Model Y ramped up the speed at the last moments as the guy ran into the back glass of the car. The driver came to a controlled stop and the motorcycle (probably uninsured) rider jumped out hurt but alive and got onto the back of his buddies bike and initially ran from the seen.
All of the same safety systems this thread has demonized in this case saved the guys life, most importantly the car seeing the motorcycle rider approaching at a much faster pace, so the Tesla accelerated to lessen the impact, before slowing back down, probably saving his life. The motorcycle was at fault so the safety technology of the Tesla in this case is seen as welcomed. "Lets not get wrapped around the axle" or stuck thinking that Tesla's are unsafe on a constant diatribe, because they aren't unsafe, period.
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On 11/23/2023 at 7:19 AM, Chuck said:
^^^^ We have had a model Y dual motor for almost 2 years now, and I agree. There have been a couple of instances where the car saw a problem ahead faster than I did. (!) Safety ratings are 5 star+. We just have the standard autopilot, and it is a really good (if a little overly cautious) feature. I'd *much* rather have a Tesla on autopilot following me than some brain dead texter.
Oh, and it's fast. Do I have room to safely pass? Yes, yes I do.
We rented a Charger R/T when at a trip to Denver this summer. Big V8, paddle shifters, sounded bitchin. The Tesla would take it.. (shrug) It's eating me up on maintenance, though. I've had to put air in the tires once and fill the windshield washer bottle in 35,000 miles. Charging at home off peak at 9 cents per KWH is roughly $35 per month, and I'm not paying the oil barons..
I'm a fan.
Well said Chuck, agree 💯
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A lot of opinions expressed here, one question who on this thread has even driven a Tesla? My guess close to none. I have driven one for work just under 15k miles so far this year, my company didn’t buy the Auto pilot option up front but can be turned on for $199 a month. That said, my 23 Model Y uses cameras not proximity sensor’s like earlier models. It has audible alarms to alert if you get on the lines of the road, it’s over the top in knowing its surroundings at all times. To say it’s unsafe is unknowledgeable rubbish. Letting the car drive you down the road is not far off, but currently not perfected. Tesla’s are overall safer than standard cars.
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Historic Italian name, 90 degree 750 twin, Brembo brakes, not sure if made in Italy but looks 🇮🇹
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Swoosh Dave I watch The Mighty Garage often, like yesterday...
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Most of the West Coast riders probably already know about this event, but for the rest of us this is a cool custom bike show. THE BIKES!
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I will take two.
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10 hours ago, docc said:
"Belongs here?" Not really.
"Red and beautiful?" Certainly!
"V11EV" are not V11LeMans/Sport/SpineFrames . . .
So very little in common, as it turns out.
Another interesting spin on this philosophical debate.......
KaleV11's 2001 V11 sport blew the original motor because the oil pick up assembly was loose and starved the motor. The FBF high compression piston motor that the late Mike Wells had built for me (I'm the previous owner). Anyways, after many years broken in his garage, Kale bought an 04 hydraulic EV motor from a salvage company and installed. Its hooked up to the original transmission, power commander, everything. He has rode it since, although it seems to have a little less HP.....
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2 hours ago, GuzziMoto said:
In my opinion, Jakes ability to clear off quickly at the start of a race is more about his talent and ability to go fast on cold tires and has nothing to do with the fuel. But the team running illegal fuel is illegal (obviously) and it does taint what Jake has accomplished.
As to the team telling him, in my experience as a racer the team is unlikely to involve the rider in things like that. The rider has certain responsibilities, and on a big team like that what fuel the team runs is not one of them. Jake might have known that the fuel was illegal, but he likely had no involvement in that decision.
Even on the small team I raced for I as the rider was not involved in deciding what fuel we ran. I did know what fuel we ran, but only because I had to help load it and unload it. I am pretty sure Jake doesn't do that at the team he rides for. They have people to do that. We had four people, including me.
Interesting to note, there were quite a few track records broken this season by different teams (Ducati, BMW & Yamaha). "If you ain't cheating your not trying" method......
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4 hours ago, p6x said:
this Î
To be frank, I have a hard time accepting his team would do anything like this without telling him. Because at the end of the day, he is the front of the outfit and could be banned.
Moto America should sample the fuel of the podium bikes.
I wonder if any of the top tier race teams will drop off the pace after consistent fuel testing.
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5 hours ago, GuzziMoto said:
Jake was disqualified, from race 2 @ COTA. But the question immediately arises, how long had the team been running the illegal fuel? They really can't disqualify him from other races, although in my book they could have disqualified him from race 1 @ COTA as well since it seems likely he was running the same fuel for race 1. But that is likely strecthing things, and reality is he is only disqualified from race 2 @ COTA. But his championship is tainted now, probably through no fault of his own. The rider at that level would likely have no knowledge of what fuel was put in his bike. It seems unlikely he was involved. But he is affected, whether he knew or not.
Hopefully MotoAmerica has learned a lesson from this and will actually test fuel often enough to prevent this from happening.
I raced back in the days of fuel wars, and some of the fuels used were seriously nasty. But you had to run something similar, or you were going to lose. Everyone was going it. I applaud MotoAmerica doing away with the fuel wars, but if you are going to ban fuels like that you need to test fuel. I don't know what they were thinking passing a spec fuel rule and then not testing fuel at all.
Jake could always seem to run off from everyone at the start of the race. Yes he is a great rider, but it does give doubt that his fuel has the "special race day mix."
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9 hours ago, Speedfrog said:
Didn't you add a Scram 411 to your stable at some point??
Still waiting for a ride report...
I was very close until the wife intervened, will own a RE before it’s over. The new single reportedly puts out closer to 40hp, if they lighten the weight it should be a game changer.
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28 minutes ago, p6x said:
In all fairness, I don't think any of the newer model motorcycles can beat the feeling of riding an older one. Hence, the reason why some manufacturers are producing modern motorcycles based on the older looking ones. The Kawasaki 900 being one example.
IMHO, the 1200 Stelvio has more appeal than the V85TT...
P6x, you may be a good candidate for a V100 Stelvio with more power. From what I’m gathering from many different friends with the V85tt. They all generally complain about the stock wind issues & low ish power. But the overall low seat height, weight & power make for an interesting combo with an approachable upright seating position that they swear by as a great bike to travel on.
Moto Guzzi V100 Stelvio 2024 - Updated 11-Dec-2023
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I agree not sure what’s going on here but, this is one of the 1st video’s w custom pipe on the V100 motor that I have found. Still sounds good. 👍🏼