John Neeson

That's the one! I found something on Amazon that should do it. Thanks to all who responded.

Should have made it clearer. Problem is not the banjo, but the other end where it fits on to the cylinder head. (I have the engine on the bench)

Hello All, Does anyone know how to remove the cylinder head oil feed.(1100 engine). There is not enough clearance between the bolt and the fins to get a spanner on it.

I replaced mine with Honda CBR600F4 mirrors as suggested here: https://www.motorcyclelife.eu/bikes/past-projects/moto-guzzi-sport-1100i/ They are much better than the originals.

Thanks for the tip Scud. I had a look online but it does not appear to be available in the UK.

Hello All. I have my 1100 engine on the bench ready for a new paint job. My plan was to strip the cases using paint stripper, then remove heads, barrels, timing cover and have them blasted and painted separately. I tried using Nitromors, but it had no effect. Even tried wrapping it in cling film and leaving it on overnight. Does anyone know of a paint stripper that actually works? If I can't solve this, my options are: 1- Paint over existing finish - This seems risky as I will not know if it is going to work until I have the bike completely re-assembled and running. 2- Strip out the cases and have them blasted as well. - Seems like a lot more work + numerous special tools required. Interested to hear about other's experiences of painting the engine

Update: Passed the MOT! Only after the tester masked off part of the lens with black tape. Maybe the C1 headlamp was not from a UK bike after all. Would still like to do more permanent fix. Maybe a project for the winter.

AFAIK its from a UK bike. A black bin liner will be more useful if it is as bad as the original.

I bought the C1 headlamp from ebay. It is NOT the same as the Guzzi part, however it is similar enough to fit. One significant difference - I hope- is the bulb orientation. I have booked an MOT on Wednesday. Fingers crossed! Edit: Tried to post a picture. No luck!

Liked your idea about a projector conversion. Have you scoped out the work involved yet? Alternatively, this round lamp conversion looks good - if you are good at moulding GRP.

Thanks for the info. I had heard that the BMW C1 headlamp was the same. There is one for sale on ebay right now, however it does not have the same part number. It is hard to discern the full text from the picture, but it is something like "tri.o.m 2080..." I have to agree with your assessment: is indeed utter crap! If I can't resolve this problem, I might just remove it completeley and get a daylight MOT! I would hardly notice the difference as I only use the bike during the summer months.

Now that I am considering all possibilities... Is the correct headlamp fitted? The lens has the following markings: "tri.o.m 40034". Could someone (with a UK model) confirm that is correct? thanks

There is a locating tab on the bulb that aligns with a slot in the housing, so it can only be fitted in the correct position. It is possible that it is the wrong bulb.. I will order a new one and see if it makes any difference. The lower edge of the lamp is already hard against the fairing cut out, so it cannot be tilted down any further.

Hi Everyone, My 1997 Sport Injection is due its annual MOT test. Every year I get the same comment from the tester (sometimes followed by a fail certificate): The headlamp beam is too high! In spite of the fact that it is set to point as low as is possible. In fact the bottom edge of the headlamp is hard against the fairing! The only change that I have made since buying the bike, is to drop the yokes so that the fork sliders are 10mm above the yokes - which according to my workshop manual is how they should be. This should have improved the headlamp aim. Also running a 160/60 rear tyre instead of the recommended 160/70. The headlamp bulb is marked:"Osram Bilux 64193 Germany 12V 60/55W". I cannot figure out what the problem is. Has anyone out there had a similar problem with this bike?

I am going to the Bikers classic at Spa Francorchamps. Can anyone recommend some good roads on the way from the Amsterdam Ferry terminal (IJmuiden).Ideally want to avoid large towns and Autoroutes. Time should not be to much of a problem. Leaving IJMuiden at 9AM, plan to arrive in Spa around 5PM. Look forward to hearing your suggestions. Thanks