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Larry, Don't feel frustrated, it is the norm for many dealerships or workshops to not work on "older" vehicles. Before I purchased my Le Mans, I prospected workshops here in Houston, and I knew that the official Moto Guzzi dealership would not service my bike. Although the Guzzi engine has remained the same for decades, they don't stock some of the older parts, and they don't want to spend the time looking for them. I am lucky here in Houston, because there are a few options. But just so you know, I had to replace a handlebar end weight, and it took about one month until I could ride again. Mainly because the clip on handlebar vibrated so much that it numbed my hand. For tires, some of the shops here will not remove the wheels from your bike. You have to bring them for tire change. Again, this is for their convenience. It is easier for them to have tire installers than mechanics who are able to remove the front or rear wheel from multiple bike brands. I have not solved that problem myself yet. I know how to remove my wheels, but I do not have a workshop stand. But I will tackle this one soon.

Ciao, Based on the look of your V11 Sport, I purchased the signature clock and thermometer from Formotion. I thought about symmetry; besides, Texas is no longer what I thought it was. When I came here, I was expecting "hot and humid" all the time. This year, we have had a different Texas than the one you came to expect. And the Guzzi is definitively temperature sensitive. Yesterday, we had cooler temperatures, and I could run around the 3k mark without having any protest from the fuel injection. So I decided that I definitively needed time and temperature. I chose the black bezels, because my ITI instruments are black faced. And I opted for the bolt on option. One reason is that the temperature gauge can't be had with the adhesive mount, because it is vacuumed silicone oiled filled. Installing them so they don't look like warts will be the challenge. I have a few ideas. This is when I wish I had a lathe and a few other machines option. When I worked I my battle tank factory, I had access to all the machines and tools and supplies one could dream of. Anyway, I am looking forward to having time and temperature on my Le Mans. I forgot to mention, I like that Formotion proposes analog gauges. They fit the V11 Guzzi so much more in my opinion.

Compliments on the ingenuity and inventiveness... I fully understand the modus operandi, and the how to get to it... alas, I do not have access to the tools and paraphernalia required to mimic your installation. I am going to have to come up with something that requires much less involvement. I am going to purchase the clock and devise something that will most likely not be as elaborated as your installation. Thanks for sharing though... A più tardi!

I am interested in finding out how you bolted it in. The Formotion website indicates the clock is sold with a mounting bar, but since it is not visible in the pics you included I am intrigued.

Website says 3/4 years.... Do they glow in the dark? it is not specified in the narrative.

I found another variation on the same topic.... Original owner finds a sputter...

I was going to submit this very question because a clock is what I miss the most on my dashboard. I am glad you made a topic about it. Like you, I am not fully convinced by the bezel; I am going to check if they have anything different. Arrivederci! (just kidding as you always finish your posts with "Ciao"... as you know, it can also be used when greeting.

the valve number corroborates Lucky Phil's statement that he does not have the issue with the four valved Daytona. When it comes to design, I am pretty sure none of the European motorcycle companies simulated extreme weather conditions to confirm their criteria. Ducati has a lot of experience in fuel injection control. Maybe we should get them involved for a replacement ECU on our V11 Guzzi? https://www.ducatienergia.com/media/products/140128-1710-efi.pdf If you look at the last page of their presentation, they include an air temperature sensor, and an absolute air pressure sensor.

It makes sense actually. Its not really how I ride, but I have to keep in mind its an air cooled engine low speed and low revs, high ambient air temperature and high humidity at sea level. I think I am going to run some tests, including with lower temperatures, to confirm the behavior.

The jump is quite obvious. I have the tendency to always "ride on the torque", and keep the engine revs as low as possible. It is very possible that I am in the "grey" zone where there aren't as many points. Tomorrow I will try to keep the rpm above 3k, just to see if there is any improvement. I think the explanation is just that. There is too much of a gap in the mapping to keep the engine happy. And the interpolation is possibly linear, which does not really work. When you combine Air Temperature, Air Humidity, barometric pressure we get into the dew point zone? this would be consistent with not having the engine missing at lower temperatures and humidity. It almost feels like the ECU algorithm was never designed to cope with those atmospheric conditions.

I am experiencing the same. I have perfect idle. No fluctuation at all. My 04 Le Mans was immobilized since the beginning of June this year, waiting on a bar end weight. Prior to that, the bike was running properly. Yesterday, I took the bike out around 90 degF, felt temp 99 degF because of the humidity, and when keeping steady rpm to respect 45 mph, I got some sputter. Not permanently, but recurrent. If I open the throttle, it goes away. Prior to my June cold storage, I had never had any kind of sputter when maintaining steady RPM. However the air was cooler. I have read the FAQ topics: -TPS Setup and TBT -Decent Tune up -V11 ECU diagnostics and reprogramming and this one: Set you V11 CO Fuel trim Could I get away with simply changing the CO fuel trim by trial and error? My main problem, is that I cannot make sense of having the injection sputter when I keep the same rpm constant. All the parameters fed to the ECU remain the same; so there should not be any reason for it to get confused. Or is my assumption wrong? I am aware that quick changes in RPM are usually the source of sputter, as the ECU may lag a bit in adjusting to sudden revolution increase. But on a steady input, why would the fuel regulation miss? The sputter I experience is always around 3000 rpm, or below. It does not seem to happen once you go beyond 3k.

Thought about that too, but the clutch and front brake levers both seem power coated exactly like the end bar weights were. I know, it is really minimal and I should let it go. Nobody is going to see it apart from me.

Which technology do you prefer?

The owner just sent me a text. He will let me have the ruins for $1500; I politely declined. Since the bike is parked in front of his house, I am going to monitor how long it takes before he manages to find someone to purchase it.

Thanks! I don't have a buff, but I know where to find one not far away. I will try your suggestion. And if it looks too different, I can always do the powder later.

I am not that type of guy that needs to bring back to life the remains of the day. It was more the opportunity of having this skeleton in a closet super close to my front door. My Le Mans may feel lonely later on, when winter returns and black out resumes.

This is exactly what MPH said to me. You will spend less money getting one that runs already. What about the "pride" feel that you did it "all by myself"!? is that worth nothing any more? I am not very familiar with the BMW's, it was just the opportunity to get one a few hundred feet from where I live, and getting a tool box together. And of course, you are right, rebuilding a sorry bike always turns out to be more expensive than buying a running one. The clincher is time. I just don't have enough time to dedicate myself to it. It was a good excuse to test my faded skills.

I don't think this guy drinks beer... discovery of the hidden mysteries is part of the fun... I am guessing you are married :-)

Where has all the fantasy gone nowadays? we used to get married four hours after having met a lady hanging around the pool in Vegas... we used to take risks back in the days; or was it only me?

Yes, you stopped me from making a mistake. I think the BMW was just an excuse to start setting my garage into a workshop. Obviously, a project of this magnitude would have been a good reason to fight the good battle to get it. Come to think of it, my MG has spent more time immobilized than on the tarmac. So I should start with that before I venture and lose myself somewhere else.

The philosophical thinking is to actually have a side project, besides riding my MG which I do, but so far, I have been restrained in my distance endeavors. I think there is some reward in giving a second life to something that has been neglected. I do not have access to unlimited funds. But after reading all the comments, including the first impression from MPH Houston, I think I am going to side with you. I have been back in the motorcycle riding world only very recently, and it seems that the lyricism procured from my Le Mans got me carried away. I was dreaming to be the savior... After looking at it with new eyes, including the comments on this page, I am going to curb my enthusiasm... I feel bad to have been deterred so easily though; but on second thought, I agree with your assessment.

I lost my right hand side bar end weight, and the replacement I found (one month wild goose hunting) came rough lathed. I would like to get it painted, but the brake levers and left hand side look powder coated to me. Can anyone confirm?

This sorry looking R90/6 has been sitting outside in the rain for a while, and since it is on my street and it was not always there, I stopped by and inquired. This was a gift bike. There is no title and I was told it was indeed for sale, but they did not have a price for it yet. The guy I spoke to said he would have to get a tittle bond, which I am not familiar with. As I was picking up my Le Mans from the shop today, I asked for advice and what I got was not very encouraging. The recommendation I got was to purchase a bike in running state as these project bikes can end up costing a fortune. Especially when you do not have any kind of history. The seller said he would give me a call during the week to give me a price. I think this bike is a 1976, because of the brake levers' shape. The 1974 had a very pronounced dog leg. As you can see, many accessories are missing, and my Guzzi shop which work on old bikes too said I should pay no more than $400 for a bike in that kind of shape. I was told the tank and seat could be had for under $1000, however the bike may need a lot more than just what is obviously missing. I assume it has 105914 miles on the odometer. My main issue is that I do not have any tools to work on it. I would have to purchase everything, including a stand. I know my way around mechanical things, my main worry is to source BMW parts in the USA. I already had a little taste with my Guzzi. Replacing the handlebar weight on the right hand side took one month. And the one I got is not painted. I am aware we are in the Guzzisti V11 garden here, but maybe some of you have more experience than me in restoring old motorcycles. I am not trying to make it look like new. I just would like to make it running again, so I could use it side by side with my Le Mans. Anybody can confirm the year? NADA says a running R90/6 of 1976 in fair condition should be priced at $1795. Should a 400/500ish offer be insulting? what do you think? stick to the Le Mans only? leave this one to the flippers?

I found the full history of C.E.V. on an Italian website, and they also offer a translation in English... the company starts in 1906. The actual name is HB4 Here's the link to the website: