Bbennett
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For red parts, click on the Rossopuro site sponsor box on the front page of this site
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Volvo 240 wagon in primo condition
Sort of the opposite of the Guzzi and they each have their role. I need to haul stuff sometimes....
Bob
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While maybe these are not the tools you had in mind: I usually carry some fuses and (in winter when wearing an electric vest) a set of portable jumper cables that easily clip onto the battery. If I am on a ride with buddies one of us usually carries a portable tow strap. I have never been stranded, bike has never been on a truck so far.
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I have the Michelin Pilot Powers on my V11 and am happy with them so far. but i do not see how any single tire can be rated best when there are so very many variables in terms of bike, rider, locale etc.
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The band "Jet" (album = Get Born) is very good if you like a Black Crowes, early Stones, AC/DC kind of sound plus some very nice ballads. It is honest rock and roll without a lot of effects or overdubs. You may heard the blistering single "Cold heart bitch" from the album and wondered who wrote it - these are the guys. That song title sounds angry but they are actually 4 young guys in their prime who are loving being in a R&R band. I think they are from Australia - which is always a good sign in the rock world.
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The pillion cover is easy enuf to mail or UPS to a pro if there is nobody in your area. I wuold not attempt to paint it yourself - this is much more difficult to get right than it appears.
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First thing is to perform a search on this site for "Stucchi"
Yes, you should modify the fuel mixture afterwards such a modification.
Bob
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I was looking at that bike last week at Moto Int. and it is a very nice one. I prefer the lower bars on my V11 but that is purelu personal preference. Good for you!
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Don't forget the Givi offerings. I use the universal mounted one.
See http://www.giviusa.com/index.cfm?fuseactio...&prodid=airstar
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An alternate mounting method is shown in the attached digital photo. I do not like the "wide" feeling of bar end mirrors and this approach works quite nicely for me. Slight mods needed, I do not recall exactly what.
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Someone needs to rescue that V11 and give it a home. The price is certainly right. Check to see if it has the tranny MG warranty work done on it - can someone please put a reminder post below as to what that was for this model?
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My V11 tracks fine with no hands. Is there another ruder you know and trust (pref. a Guzzi owner) who could take your bike out and see if it pulls for him/her?
It is staring to sound to me like you do have a problem. The brake pads are not bound up on the right front are they....?
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Yeah, I rode this morning. Warmed it up for about 5 minutes before taking off to be nice to the engine. The engine cranked right up with the new orange Odyssey battery, I must say. It had previously been suffering from starting problems due to use of an electric jacket on the V11.
Am looking forward to seeing the Nicky Hayden interview on SpeedTV here today (Dec 13th) in the States.
New Pro Grips to be installed on the bike later today.
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Fuel injected (this is a guess...)?
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I have this item from Rossopuro and like it - installations was easy as cuold be too
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Only other bike I have now is my Honda 400 SS
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Todd -
Sweeeeet solution!
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I replaced the mirrors, now want to fill the resulting void (see photo) - hopefully with a black plastic round head
Thanks
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*riding technique topic*
I am always open to learing more about riding technique.
I am just wondering if people have used "trail braking" (apparently it is the application of front -or- rear brakes under power on a turn) on their V11's?
I do know that use of the rear brake on a turn without power being applied is a quick path to a low sider.
Specifically I am curious if the careful application of the rear brake (again, under power) it is a way to cut a faster corner in situations where you, um, suddenly need it.
Thanks
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I am headed to the Seattle show later today but this is a similar supermotard that i saw at laguna seca this past summer
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Steve-
I have a barely used Shoei Synchro, lemme know if you want it (cheap) - I could bring it to the show on Sat. I suppose
Buying a used helmet is iffy but it has never been dropped
Size Large, grey-ish
too heavy and noisy for me
(tried to email ya - it bounced back)
Bob
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I am a die hard MG fan but having waited for a speedo part (angle drive) now for 5 months wouldn't anything be an improvement here in North America? BTYW, the last time I was in NYC, I noticed a big Moto Guzzi sign, was probably a dealer though. And I actually found New Yorkers to be exceptionally "nice."
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Man, if I am ever in Belgium I will look you up!
Very nice bike and congrats on the Bike of the Month
Thanks Mr. Field
in 24/7 V11
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Can we see some pictures of the relocated pegs please?