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I actually bought a generic version of this tool over 20 years ago and absolutely love it, and rely on it. I use for both, cars and motos.

Buy one of these before you start. https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0143

I removed the rectifier, and checked the ohms, both directions. Negative bias 14.5, positive bias, no movement. If I understand correct, this is good. Just the same, I ordered a replacement, albeit an inexpensive one. At the very least, it will rule out the rectifier with certainty.

Finally checked the charging voltage, dead. The battery is 12.8 and only rises as I increase RPM to about 13v. New regulator needed? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHQN17XV?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

…rereading this, it's a bit sexual, no?

Don't overthink it, just clean it and grease it. You'll be in there again in a few thousand miles anyway. Burn that rubber!

4,000 miles, huh. I usually swap plugs at each oil change, but those look far worse than any I've swapped, V7 or V11. Glad you're safe, and back home, albeit a bit late.

I enjoy traveling very much, and would hate to be limited. I believe with flights and accommodations being more affordable, more people are now traveling. I can't blame anyone, there is so much to see in this big world. As for being anti-tourist, it leaves a bad taste. I live near Laguna Beach, CA so I do see a lot of tourist, long lines, etc. I never considered doing anything about it. I pray we all stay safe.

A buddy and I visited the LA version of the popular Austin Handbuilt Motorcycle Show. I found a few Guzzi items. https://revivalcycles.com/pages/handbuilt-motorcycle-show

Thanks, I'll check output this week. If correct, I may look into adding some sort of an inline heatsink.

Last week, riding home my engine light came on and about 5 miles later the bike died. I looked at the circuit breaker and sure enough it had popped. I reset it, but the battery didn't have enough to restart the bike. A friend came and gave me a jump, then I rode home. Although the breaker worked correct, the lead had overheated and somewhat melted just as it did when there was a fuse. Any advice?

I have been using one of these for a few decades, it's awesome. Mine is actually generic though. https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0143

Speedo, speedo, speedo; my on-going adventure. Today maintaining 80mph, I noticed the needle dropping, then holding at 30mph, while still doing 80. I reach behind the gauge, rattle the cable, no change. I then reach down to the trans angle drive and bingo, it's been backed out a bit, on it's own. I screw it back down and all is well. A little lock-tight or similar will be applied tonight when I get home!

I use ATF for all my forks, 10w by default.