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Ciao,
I found this on the Danish Guzzi Club homepage:
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Press Release
MOTO GUZZI WORLD CLUB
“A YEAR TO REMEMBER”
2004 has been packed with important developments.
We glance back at them before preparing for the next 12 months.
2004 is closed, so there’s no time like now to look back on the achievements of the Moto Guzzi World Club (MGWC) in its real first year of life.
The Moto Guzzi World Club, or MGWC for short, was established in September 2002, during the GMG (Giornate Mondiali Guzzi) meeting. After recognising the first official Moto Guzzi clubs, the MGWC went on to have a busy and productive year, in which an identifiable and personalized patch for every recognised Moto Guzzi Club was produced.
But before we delve into the ‘big moments’ of the Moto Guzzi World Club in 2004, let’s have a look at some statistics that give an idea of the scale of the club that has been acclaimed as the ‘Club of Clubs’, a true umbrella organisation covering all Guzzi clubs and, through them, Guzzi riders and enthusiasts the world over. All enthusiasts are beginning to see the MGWC as perfect ticket to the “world of friendship” that binds all Guzzi riders in a genuine brotherhood.
CLUB MEMBERSHIP: all Italian Guzzi clubs (and there are 64 of them) have signed up to the MGWC. 26 non-Italian clubs have signed up too and applications are still arriving. Even some clubs of national importance joined us during the course of 2004, including the Moto Guzzi Club of Japan and the Moto Guzzi Club of Denmark.
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP: the first 100 members joined up during the 2003 GMG itself. Since then registrations have rocketed, and the MGWC now boasts around 2800 members. Forecasts for 2005 indicate that the MGWC is likely to continue to grow at an amazing rate, with tens of thousands new Eagles joining our ranks.
Further italians inscription, registrations have poured in from all over the world, including Japan, Australia, Brazil, Russia and USA.
ACTIVITIES
THE MAGAZINE: Aquile, is the official magazine of Moto Guzzi S.p.A., and is distributed to all members of the MGWC. The magazine provides a channel for all MGWC members to express their desires and tell their stories, and acts as a direct link between Guzzi riders and Moto Guzzi. The first three issues of Aquile came out in 2004 and publication will continue as usual in 2005.
THE INTERNET SITE: the MGWC’s internet site, www.motoguzziworldclub.com, initiated a section dedicated to local Guzzi clubs in 2004. This section of the main site gives clubs the chance to broadcast their ideas and events to the entire world through customised web pages that they can keep constantly up to date with their hottest news and stories. The website also contains a calendar of international meetings and events that is updated weekly. In addition to this, the MGWC secretariat sends all recognised Guzzi clubs lists of forthcoming events and meetings.
TRIPS AND SUPPORT FOR EVENTS: a group of twenty Italian riders set off from Mandello del Lario in February to take part in the Elefantentreffen 2004. They were joined in Munich by our German friends from the World of Guzzi and also picked up many other Guzzi riders from all over Europe on their way. Dozens of Guzzis eventually rode together into the snow and ice of Solla together.
Mandello del Lario was also the starting point for the Nord-Sud ride, a 1000 km journey down the length of Italy, organised by the virtual fan club www.moto-guzzi.it. Over 200 bikes took part.
And there had to be a track event of course! ‘The Challenge’ was organised by our friends at Anima Guzzista, and in it, Eagles met ‘friendly’ BMWs, Buells and Triumphs on the Adria circuit. The MGWC provided the prizes and mementos for the occasion for all marques taking part.
The ‘Regata del Cuore’ charity regatta brought a smile to the faces of disabled children, using money collected from an original sailing race between a team of Guzzi riders and a team of BMW enthusiasts. As a result, a number of lucky kids were given the chance to experience the thrills of their very own sailing holiday. The MGWC not only helped promote the event but also provided the prizes, the Guzzi team’s clothing and a silver plaque for the challengers.
The international Stelvio meeting saw the Moto Guzzi World Club welcoming all Guzzi riders and enthusiasts arriving at what, in recent years, has become one of the ‘unmissable’ Stelvio pass events for hardened Guzzi enthusiasts.
AGREEMENTS AND BENEFITS: in 2004, Italian Guzzi riders were given the opportunity to benefit from an agreement between the MGWC and insurance company AXA Assicurazioni. Under the terms of this agreement, members can insure bikes more 15 years old at a reduced and extremely competitive rate. Over 1000 members have already taken advantage of this offer. We hope to extend the agreement to other European countries in 2005.
To summarise, 2004 was the year in which the Moto Guzzi World Club began its life and established a consolidated reputation for itself by providing coordinated and well-organised support for activities that national and local clubs organise on their own ‘patch’. This was an important objective and we can be proud of how well we have done in reaching it, though of course, we are fully aware of how much more we need to do to support thousands more Moto Guzzi fans all over the world.
Mandello del Lario, 1st February 2005
Regards
Søren
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Thanks for starting this thread, I called the guy and we are working out the shipping costs. Someon already got the Stucci, ah well... but those staintune's will look sweeeet on my Rosso...
Now I can take all the money I saved and call someone and get a PCIIIusb..
hmmm... who would know anything about these things??
Does anyone know if Ferrachi has and H pipes in stock? I remember reading something about a problem there??
anyone
anyone....
Thanks again Mike!
Nope, they don't. Called them last week and it was on back order. Even the Italian FBF doesn't have it in stock (three weeks delivery time) so sit back, kick your feet up on the table, grab a single malt (Ardbeg, 17 yrs) and wait
Søren
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I had amnesia once. Maybe twice.
That was a good one Jim, really made my day
Søren
PS: Just got an answer back from FBF/Italy regarding prices for CF cans, x-over, airfilter kit and a PC III. Not exactly cheap to be honest, but no pain no gain. May have a chat with Duilio Agostini to see what he can come up with.
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You're a tough man, Jaap!
The model shown is the Nimbus Sport (also nicknamed the Bumblebee). The seat though, comes from a Yam Virago or a Suzuki something
Now, give me point or I call a fatwah on you!
Søren
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Yup, that's 22 Euro. Normally the weather is good in July but I won't take it to the bank: Last year it was p...ing down all summer but then again all European countries had crap weather in the summer of 2004.
"Are there any ferries from Göteborg to Jylland
so my poor arse can get some recovery time before
joining the meeting?"
Yes Göran, you can take the ferry from Gothenburg/Göteborg to Frederikshavn. That's on the northern tip of Denmark.
I have some more info regarding the rally on this thread. The page is available in English and Italian, too.
Søren
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Hi Cantaloop, if the version you will have made will include an extension to cover more of the tire i.e. in the direction of the swing arm pivot I would be seriously interested. I agree with many on the list that a hugger with an extension to block water spray and stones would be a welcome addition. Let us know the possibility, regards.
Me too!
Søren
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This is how all Jackals should look like! Smashing job, Mike
Keep us posted!
Søren
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Just fitted an LED tail light conversion kit to my V11. Took about 5 mins to fit and it simply connects to the existing fittings, using the standard bulb holder.
Available from www.nippynormans.com cost was £49.
Have also bought one for my Jackal.
End result looks brighter and more modern. Here is a couple of pics showing tail light only, and one with brake light on- maybe I should have done these at night to get a better view!
Guy
Looks good! I can only recommend NippyNormans - good people and fast replies. I was about to purchase a xenon headlight kit for my Scura, but Danish MOT told me this was a no-no ´cos you must be able to dim your xenon lights whilst riding (??) Looks cool though, so maybe I'll have a go at it anyway.
Søren
PS: Love that license plate. How about the plods? Do they share your sense of humour?
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More info:
You can check the Touring Camp home page, which is also available in English and German: MC Touring Club
Cheers
Søren
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I had a second smaller question, Call me naive but do you have to purchase the power commander or the dynojet module? OR can you have the stock ECU reprogrammed? or flashed I think I heard it called. I'd like to redo the mapping as soon as I install the new exhaust and filters and I don't want to damage my bike or loose all my gains by not doing something about it. thanks -Ben
Howdy Ben!
This topic has been flogged to death more or less over the last year or so.
Here's a couple of threads:
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4308
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4274
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4305
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4232 (read only the first page, afterwards in turns into a beer contest!)
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4221
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4071
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=918
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4068
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=4022 (specifically about ECU's)
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...c=4022&hl=my15m (about 15m ECU)
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...c=2145&hl=my15m
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...c=3741&hl=my15m[/url] (more on the same topic)
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...pic=4152&st=315 (the mother thread of all ECU threads)
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...c=2145&hl=my15m[/url] (and that's all for now, ok?)
Some say you can't live without a PCIII, some say it's just another gadget so it's more or less a matter of your own perception. I'm about to purchase a PC III along with a complete Fast by Ferracci kit (CF cans, x-over pipe, special airfilter).
This should keep you busy for the next 10 minutes or so....
Good luck
Søren
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"Is this useful?" Yes Sir, indeed it is
Thanks Paul!
S¨øren
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I have covered close to 10.000 kms/6.000 miles on the OEM BT 020 and there's still plenty of wear left. My riding habits are like Martin's.
Nonetheless I'll change to Pirelli Diablos now for the start of the season (one season=one pair of tyres) as it seems that these tyres are the ones that everybody is recommending.
Søren
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In 1896, architect Louis Henri Sullivan said, "Form ever follows function." His quote implies not so much the importance of function over form, but rather that the two are intricately intertwined and inseparable. The same idea can be applied to any type of design, be it industrial, web, print or product. The problem is that most designers fail to draw from Sullivan's words.
If you ever run for president, Staedtler, I'll vote for you!
Søren
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Thanks for sharing the photos, Zeb
Regarding Jaap's remark it's also my believe that most Euopeans are not so happy about flashy items like the anodized bits shown.
I watch the Orange County Chopper (OCC) Teutel Freak Show every week (just can't resist), and those guys are just crazy about anything that glitters
Who said anything about form over function?.........
Søren
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Not that we care, Poul......... (not!)
Absolutely f...ing gorgeous!I prefer the PVM over OZ and Marchessini, which you obviously do too.
Nice!
Søren
Check out the 20 spoke PVM wheels:
Better than sex! (at least in my age...
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Yup, I'll join the band.
We have a motorcycle expo in Copenhagen 18-20 Feb and I do hope that the MGS and the Griso are there. And don't worry, I'll bring my camera
Søren
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I like what I see
It's great to see that Frankie adds that final touch, i.e. personal logos and so on. It's a tiny detail but yet so effective.
Good job, Frankie!
Søren
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I think I'll aim for the total FBF solution and sit back and wait till they are ready. I'll even try to persuade them to have all the goods shipped from their Italian dealer, thus saving a dime or two on shipping and handling as well as overseas tax. I'm not really confident buying from the Italian dealer as their homepage is only in their native language and to be quite frank my Italian is a bit rusty, or better: non-excisting
I'll give FBF a shout now and I'll get back to you later.
Just called FBF in PA and Staedtler was right: The x-over pipe is in back order. They thought though, that the Italian sister company may have one in stock so I should give Alex in Italy a call tomorrow. He should also be fluent in English so I'll have a go a demain
By the way, how much do you think shipping and handling is from the US of A to dinky Denmark?
......drum rolls......A WHOPPING 300 US $....
Heck, a PC III is 329,- $
Jeeeeeesuz!
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Thanks Jim,
When you get your MGS 01 you wont need a Stucchi nor a Mistral....
Still keep my fingers crossed for you!
Søren
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Staedtler, Rachethack
Thanks for your comments - highly appreciated
I thought ordering a complete kit was the way to go, ´cos everything should be damn skippy. But a x-over in back order and no real timeframe for when the next batch will be ready things get a bit tricky. I assume patience is the key word?
Rachethack's story of the poor fitting of the Stucchi is a bit scary - I just don't want to grind, file, bite, whatever in a brand new gadget. It's just against my nature to do so. If they can't produce a properly fitting x-over (which you, the customer pays dearly for) then screw it - it just ain't my ball game anymore.
I think I'll aim for the total FBF solution and sit back and wait till they are ready. I'll even try to persuade them to have all the goods shipped from their Italian dealer, thus saving a dime or two on shipping and handling as well as overseas tax. I'm not really confident buying from the Italian dealer as their homepage is only in their native language and to be quite frank my Italian is a bit rusty, or better: non-excisting
I'll give FBF a shout now and I'll get back to you later.
Thanks again!
Søren
PS: Jason: Good comment ("Pepsi challenge"
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Quiz III
in Special place for banter and conversation
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Alright, you know the drill: Name, rank, number, year manufactured and so on:
Søren