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Yes, I realise that. I just have a particular interest in the CARC series bikes. No matter. Have you performed a full tune up including balancing the throttlebodies and setting the TPS?

Happily, i was able to turn the rack around, made some spacers, way better.

The problem isn't the fuel tap it's the needle and float in the l/h carb Phil

Listen , you have no idea how much "electricity" a vehicle consumes during a vehicle's operation. It can run out of battery very quickly.

I found a dolly with adjustable width and height. https://www.redlinestands.com/catalog/lifts-c-290/parts-accessories-c-290_304/motorcycle-dollies-c-290_304_115/kl-supply-mc460-motorcycle-engine-cradle-dolly-p-493 This one too: https://www.redlinestands.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=2860

Also, related just to the stator wiring: when the cover is off, we should always inspect those vulnerable yellow wires and consider a fresh "zip-tie" which is the sole strain relief on this design. Be very careful with the fiber "card" this attaches to, as it also gets very brittle. I learned that black zip-ties are more durable than the lucent and best quality is worth the few extra quid (or bucks, or lire).

Yes. The loose terminal clamp should well cause the battery discharge but if you’ve escaped without reg/rec damage you are very lucky.

A bad ground kills them..failing memory says something about reference voltage.

Check the connectors from the reg-rec. Good chance you’ll find them melted.

Just to note, out of interest to others, I did find what is supposedly the original fuel pump, with proper insulator, but $426 was just too much. (Edit addition 5/26) Found the same on Amazon for $154.07. Ordered, appears same as OEM with proper boot insulator/size). Will update upon receipt/comparison/install). https://www.finditparts.com/products/4474423/hella-7-dot-21287-dot-53-dot-0?srcid=CHL01SCL010-Npla-Dmdt-Gusa-Svbr-Mmuu-K4474423-L255&srcid=CHL01SCL010&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_marketing_tactic=broad&utm_paid_search_intent=vendor-brand&utm_campaign_id=21341868715&utm_ad_group_id=&utm_ad_id=&utm_platform=x&utm_placement=&utm_keyword=&utm_target_id=&utm_match_type=&utm_feed_item_id={feed_item_id}&utm_extension_id={extension_id}&utm_location_interst=&utm_location_physical=9008863&utm_product_id=4474423&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21331715424&gbraid=0AAAAAD1MMz7k9_oAlCNO_WKd-qFrOGTnT&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_8rBBhCFARIsAJrc9yDhhyVhWvnaWMJwtAhdIkYZUpnlpd1_YM47mxI3yHdRHRQphAtWoVoaAhmaEALw_wcB

@audiomick, @docc The floor of my garage has been surfaced and painted; it is as smooth as it could be. A dolly would work wonders for me. For example, if I had had one today, I would not have needed to reinstall the final transmission, put the wheel back to garage the bike behind my car. Docc, the ceiling of my garage is made of sheet rock! There is nothing that will hold a bike. Those houses are cardboard built, with wood. Haussman built apartment buildings in Paris in the 1800. They are still standing and lived in. The housing quality where I live is below everything I came across before... and I have been in many places, including some that do not have indoor plumbing...

I've got a lift not unlike the one in that system. https://www.louis.de/artikel/scherenheber-mit-adaptern/10003265?filter_article_number=30000336 It doesn't come with the "wheel around" part, though. Although I can see the advantage in such a dolly, I have to admit I would be a bit nervous about using one. Over and above the fact that the floor in my workshop is in shit condition, and probably wouldn't allow the use of such a dolly. The lift is really useful, though. The Becker lifter* under the bike to get the back wheel up, and that lift under the motor to raise the front end, and one can do pretty much any maintanence task. * the Becker lift has been mentioned here before. This: https://shop.becker-technik.de/products/central-lifter-24

Make a good ground cable from regulator to the engine while your having a little inspection. More options available if desired . Cheers Tom.

Thank you chaps. Monaco GP just finished so heading to the shed to follow your guidance. I did put it on charge for a while and it started fine so that was a relief. Expensive weekend. The boy's kart is in bits right now and needs parts... Thank you again. I'll just add this pic from earlier today. Met my bike's brother from another mother...

Hi folks. TT fortnight is getting underway here in the Isle of Man this weekend. With perfect timing my bike's decided to die.... Would you be so good as to watch this short video and see if you've any idea what's gone wrong? Thank you in advance. Much appreciated.

Hello…haven’t ran my 1100 Sport in a couple of years. Dusting her off…looks like the left side solenoid/petcock is allowing fuel to drip into the carb when off. Question - can you rebuild? Or, just go back with manual petcock… if you recommend the latter, please suggest one that’ll work. Thanks men…appreciate! Sean

@fastaussie, beautiful photography in the ads!

Truth. Especially for our V11 charging system, in my experience. Expecting our charging system to address an AGM (specifically the Odyssey PC545) when it is (well) below the 85% charging threshold (12.65v) is like expecting your date to be happy with you out dancing if you neglected to make her happy before going out . . .

to me the tell tale was riding the bike. If it had enough power to get started, you'd think there'd be enough electrical energy to run the ignition, despite a weak battery. If the thing dies while you riding, the first thing I'd guess is the charging system, of course the battery could have shorted out or lost a cell or two, but if the battery is recharging on the bench, then it's likely the ignition system. I think there's a place in Denver that sells Ducati regulators for $75. Just my guess, since I don't claim to be a mechanic.

My Quota experience is documented in this forum. I bought mine in February 2024, from a lot seller in Peoria Arizona. I went there, purchased and brought the bike to Houston riding. I completely agree with you about the Quota. It is my GOTO vehicle, the V11 Le Mans being now the exception. In 2024, I unwillingly got dragged into riding in terrain while participating in a drive to raise funds. All the other bikes were proper Dualsports. We did not do anything that would have impressed Travis Pastrana, but the Quota (and me) surprisingly held their own! during that ride, we hit all kind of terrain, including sand and loose gravel. I was more the limit than the bike itself. Equipped with Trail Mission tires. My Quota was tuned by MPH in Houston. When I brought it back from Peoria, the bike had no idle, but otherwise did the 1200 miles without a flinch. I am on a Quota group on Facebook. I have had a rear end issue, when I lost the final transmission oil drain plug. Some Quota owners have replaced the 8/33 by a 7/33 ratio, including an 18" rear wheel. I have done some far and away travel with the Quota, still do, and I am fine with the current gearbox stepping. That 5th overdrive comes in handy when I have to be on highways. Not in theory! this bike is a camel...

I'm down with "The Devil Went Down to Georgia. " Maybe docc can bring his fiddle to the next "Spine Raid" and play a song/dance a jig for everyone, all the while wearing his fancy hat? Ya never know, we might all join in! (I'm 4 hours closer than my previous raids but this would be an impetus to make it my 3rd attendance!)

Nobody’s going to be upset by questions being asked. Nobody sensible anyway. One just has to be careful when assessing both given information and it’s source. What Griso have you got and have you fixed all the little problems the factory built in?

I hope I didn’t offend anyone with what I read about guzzidiag and posted!!!!That certainly was not the intention.

That's what I need. A way to move my bike around in the garage. But I need something that fits the Guzzi. I was trolling around to see if anybody else used one already, rather than starting a search for one that fits the V11 and the Quota.

Yes. Better that way.

Belt and suspenders . . .

I know the feeling.... This is what happens in Monaco on F1 GP.... I have been there once... my dream? driving my Le Mans to l'hôtel de Paris, and handing the key to the jockey to park it....

Hi guys. Thank you again for the guidance. Here's an embarrassing admission. Just looked in on the bike and noticed the battery had yet to reach full charge (Optimate connected to pigtail). Upon inspection noticed the negative terminal had become very loose. I'm now hoping that this 'Mechanic 101' error / oversight is to blame. I'll still follow your guidance as it's all learning, but I've fingers crossed for an easy fix... :-)

This is not just for you but for everyone : any charging system is not meant to charge a completely discharged battery. Recharge the battery before working on a bad charging system.

Pete is probably correct . I assume you got it back home . 1 charge the battery and pull each fuse to make sure of their condition and no blades show blistering from poor connections . If so ,repair and replace 2 disconnect the voltage regulator and connect a DVOM set on the AC scale . Connect this to the two large yellow wires coming out of the engine case and start the bike . Check the AC output at idle and then high idle . The v output may be 80v or something like that . If it is good , install a new regulator and use insulated butt connectors to get a GOOD connection . 3 when you are finished. Start the bike and check the charging system. 4 Moto Guzzi does not make good EV bikes

There has always been between Ducati owners friendly banter about the faster color. All I know is it is fast enough for me. I'm blown away how the 916's have appreciated in value. This one seems like an excellent example of one well cared for. Somebody will get a beautiful bike...and that SPS tail does jazz it up nicely.

FWIW , in Ky. & Tenn. (and probably all the Southeastern States) these would be fiddles and not violins .

We have a member here that was told by those folks that guzzidiag would ruin his ECU. The fellow was elated to learn how to interface with his V11 using guzzidiag and has done it now, numerous times. As have many of us, with no adverse effects. It can be challenging to get it to connect, sometimes. With your plugs suggesting an "imbalance", it seems prudent to address the throttle body balance next. IMO, there is no advantage to perform parts of the entire tune-up, but let's work what you are comfortable with, @Drahchir

Would be if there were, but there isn't. Red is 10% faster. Scientifically proven.

At the very minimum, I would adjust the valves and balance the throttle bodies. Also, check carefully for any intake or exhaust leaks. Even very minor ones can cause trouble.

Score! For ten points and the championship , those brass tools are meant to seat the violin sound post (seen in the foreground) between the violin's top and back, through the "F-hole." (Perhaps where the "proctology" comes in ) In just the exact spot in relation to the bridge. I can attest that this is a task equal to putting a peanut on a moving train with tweezers. While dancing a jig.

See, there? I knew y'all-boys could have some fun with this. For What It's Worth , my brother gave me the porkpie hat with a saxophone when I graduated DrCollege. Yet, no, they are not saxophone tools . . .

I had to get moved into my new office to be ready for Monday and the high today was a cloudy, moist 61' so i snapped a pic of the old gal in the shop. Next tiome i go out for ride, will take more pics. I'm planning a 4 day trip to Black Canyon of the Gunnison, early July. Considering what she was like when i got her, she cleaned up well, but still carries the numerous small scars of neglect.

Seems that the OP, @Drahchir, has moved on to his idle issues, hence the change of the topic name. In that regard: A new map? A Power Commander? No. Really: A "Decent Tune-up."

Recently, a fellow explained to me that motorcycles are essential to a man's survival, even if they are sitting in the garage just to be gazed upon. His compelling argument? "Dinosaurs didn't have motorcycles. Look what happened to them !"

We had a Spine Raid Jail Break Saturday meeting at Linda’s 5th St Diner in Bowling Green KY. After a good brunch, we rode around Southern KY, totally 350+ miles. The weather couldn’t be better, the Mivv’s were pouring out a glorious soundtrack. Thank you all for attending and what a great “idea” to get together, break bread and ride! images here: https://www.v11lemans.com/forums/gallery/album/323-spine-raid-jail-break/

Bellissimo!

The Loctite 518 will be a good choice . make suer the mating surfaces are perfectly clean with Brake-Kleen or similar product when you reassemble.

This reminded me of the good old days, when I started riding. Whatever happened to you, you were NEVER alone. Other motorcyclists would ALWAYS stop to check on you if you were on the side of the road. This was some kind of frat devotion that you would carry forward yourself. Fortunately, here in Texas, it still happens. I have had people pulling up to check on me many times now. Not motorcyclists, but pickup trucks. The last experience was in Lafayette, a guy had a workshop in his truck, and helped to put the Quota back in running mode. Thank god for these road saviors...

Chatting with a couple other South'n Spine Raiders, the question came up asking how many miles I have ridden mySport on SSRs #1/2004 through XX/2024. It was fun going back through my travel logs and finding 12,643 miles of SSR! Now, I admit I rode all of that in "miles", yet twenty thousand kays has a nice ring to it.

I asked mySport what she thought of this "soul" business. We had quite a session over the matter and agreed to come back to it along the creeks and over the ridges with her song echoing off the bluffs and streams.

Funny, I was just thinking earlier on that we've not heard from DucatiGuzziIndian for a while... Hope all is well in your world ole mate! Cheers

Guzziology has a section on 'Lubing big-twin rubber cush drives'. He talks about problems of 'stuck cush drives' in bikes that came from the factory unlubricated (particularly in the mid 80's). Because of this I lubed everything, including the rubbers, but I suppose it's possible that he was actually talking about the metal parts only, as folks here are saying. Makes sense. He also goes on to say that it has been suggested that even properly lubed cush drives lack enough movement to effectively perform their job. He says that Teo Lamers take out half the rubber inserts and additionaly drill three holes in the remaining inserts, so they compress more. Apparently this dramatically increases the life of driveline splines and U-joints.