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    V85 motor secrets unveiled

    in 24/7 V11

    Posted

    I was curious  ... so I took the chance to make a test ride at my dealer yesterday.
    Man this is a great bike, I did not expect this.
    The engine has enough power for such kind of bike.
    The engine and the gear box work super smoothly and even if it is simple the chassis is extremely efficient.

    20200618-141532.jpg 20200618-141604.jpg

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    My dealer (https://www.clauscarstens-racing.de) told me that he was also very skeptical about it at the beginning.
    He feared that it was a similar lame duck as e.g. the V9 Bobber.
    But even if the motor looks similar it is a completely different engine.

    Unfortunately my dealer gave up his Guzzi dealership after decades because of the poor Guzzi portfolio.
    He is also the biggest Ducati dealer here in northern Germany and this was not an easy step for him
    because he is also is a fan of the Guzzi brand like it was in the past.
    The current California models and the small Guzzis models simply do not sell up here.
    But after testing the V85TT he decided to sell those...and it works.
    He already sold 11 this year which is a lot for a Guzzi model.
    They are selling like hot cakes and do not even reach the showroom.
    While I was riding the red one another one arrived - already sold.

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    I have another hint for you ...
    The struts of the front fender have different lengths, not much but a bit. If they are mounted in the wrong position (like on mine - short one towards the engine) the tire will rub a hole in the fender!
    I ordered an used one at TLM which seems to have the same problem in an early state.

    I discovered a lot small things when overhauling mine in the winter 2018/19. Some where caused by Luigi, others maybe by the owner or his dealer.
    Treat your CalVin with more respect & love :mg: than the previous owner.

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    No special tools and absoutely no force - otherwise you will damage the bearing.

    I have deleted parts of my text because I remembered it incorrectly.
    Just follow the steps in my slideshow and then you are done.
    My first try mounting the u-joint and the bearing was a failed attempt because I tried it the traditonal way.
    I mounted the bearing in the swingarm first but this did not work.

    The bearing has to be mounted on the u-joint first in this case.

     

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    @ Phil regarding the kickstand:
    You have a good point there but I do not expect any problems in reality.
    I have used 8.8 zinc plated screws with the correct torque + Schnorr locking washers.
    20200611-181240.jpg

    The screw operating the kickstand switch should also be adjusted:
    20200611-181254.jpg

    I have also used Schnorr locking washers on the lower frame covers now.
    20200611-181612.jpg 20200611-181622.jpg

    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Optimize the California Vintage Parking Position

    The California Vintage parking position is very tilted.
    Maybe the reasons are the special kickstand (also a Jiffy type but the shape is different to the older ones) and the longer shocks (365 mm instead of 340 mm).

    Harley drivers use a special wedge for their Jiffy kickstand when they have lowered their bikes with a shorter shock.
    In this case the lowered bike stands too straight with the original kickstand.
    These adapters fits a California w/o any changes! If you mount it turned 180 degrees it will lift your California 2,5 cm!
    You need 4 screws (+ 4 Schnorr washers) with the following lengths:
    - top: M8x25 mm and M8x45 mm
    - bottom: M8x16 mm and M8x20 mm

    In Germany I bought this kind of adapter here:
    https://www.dock66.de/Kickstand-Adapter-Harley-Softail-Motorcycle

    Before:
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    After:
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    Before:
    20190420 181649.jpg

    New angle:
    20200531-194314.jpg 20200601-161336.jpg

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

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    My valves are set according to specs (because this is a "modern" Guzzi Breva 1100 engine):

    The valve clearance on all 1100/1000 California models (since 1994, frame numbers KC, KD, KG and KH) is:
    - Intake valve: 0.10 mm
    - Exhaust valve: 0.15 mm

    as described in the video on my YT channel:
    https://www.youtube.com/user/janguzzi

    Yes, I also know Danny from the Wilguzzi forum.
    I also have his final Mistral H-Pipe map (DannyP-Mod12.bin - made by beetle) on my notebook.
    He wrote me that he did a lot of testing (cold and hot weather together with beetle via email).
    But experiences from CalVin or California owners in the German Guzzi Forum cleary show that a H-Pipe is just louder
    and therefore you think your Guzzi has more power. You will loose some midrange torque with a H-Pipe.

    TPS settings also according to specs: 150 mV
    => turning the stop screw to get  536 mV (+/- 20 mV) = 3.6°

    My DÄS Mototec mapping with an open airbox (no snorkles) normally requires a higher CO-trim (approx. 30) but I set it back to 0 because I am using the closed stock airbox. My headers are not getting blue anymore, just a bit yellow when the engine is running longer while not driving.

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Hi Allan,
    thanks for this feedback!
    I got "CalVin_15RC_special-5.bin" directly fom beetle .

    I will report to beard that "Don_VolkeroSpecial_05" worked and "Cali1100DZ_06.bin" not.
    What does "fuel economy 45+" mean?
    What ambient temperatures did you have?

    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Hi Allan,
    no - not you.
    All the maps called "Don_Volkero... .bin" didn´t work better on another Vintage (bike was still popping), no idea why - I was infomed by the owner via email but I have never seen his CalVin.

    "Cali1100DZ_06.bin" was not tested by him as far as I know.

    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    @docc: The most common types of gasoline in Germany:

    With Ethanol:
    Super 95 (up to 5 % Ethanol, 95 ROZ Octane)
    Super E10 (up to 10 % Ethanol, 95 ROZ Octane)
    Super Plus (up to 5 % Ethanol, 98 ROZ Octane)

    Without Ethanol:
    Premium gasoline (ROZ ≥ 100 Octane), e.g. Aral Ultimate, Shell V-Power

    Super Plus (or better) is preferred for Guzzis.

    Europe (Germany) ROZ/RON => „Research Oktanzahl/Researched Octane Number" according to DIN EN ISO 5164

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Hi Alan,
    when I sent you the map "Cali1100DZ_06.bin" in 2019 I wrote:

    Attached you will find a radical updated mapping.
    I had problems with pinging at high ambient temperatures with all versions of Bernd (Beard)´s mapping (DonVolkero_01.bin to DonVolkero_05.bin).
    Bernd decided to use a complete different ignition table then, he fixed some bugs, and the map is a bit enriched at 2500-4000 rpm when opening the throttle.
    It seems that Guzzi used the wrong ignition table on the last Californias with dual plugs (Vintage, Classic, Aquila Nera)!

    On a ride yesterday at 31°C ambient I had no pinging at all and the bike pulls stronger!

    In the the US it could be different because we have better gasoline in Europe (98-102 octane).
    Could you give it a test?
    :rolleyes:

    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    CalVin.jpg

    On 5/26/2020 at 1:02 PM, biesel said:

    I ended up with a fine tuned mapping from DÄS Mototec (Germany) on a 15M ECU which solves all the problems (lean running, torque dip).
    This mapping was made for an airbox w/o snorkels and a BMC air filter but I have decided to keep the snorkles otherwise it is much too loud for the driver.
    The bike still delivers more torque than stock . If I remember it correctly Roland Däs proposes 3% CO-trim w/o snorkles and 0% with snorkles.

    I was lucky to get an used 15M ECU (from a Ducati) for approx 100 Euro, the mapping costs around 200 Euro.
    Roland Däs develops all his maps on a dyno test bench for individually for your motorcycle (which is more expensive I guess) but I have never visited his shop.
    I have just sent him the ECU which is good enough for me.

    You can see this mapping on the diagram above. My CalVin should now perform similar to the red curve.

    Blue: New mapping + 1133 ccm, combustion chambers treatment, Mistral silencers, open airbox (no snorkles), BMC filter
    Red: New mapping + open airbox (no snorkles), BMC filter
    Green: Stock

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    There is no specific workshop manual for the Vintage, but these will work:

    Workshop Manuals
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/workshop_manual_california_en_de_ne.pdf
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/workshop_manual_california_update_en_de_ne.pdf
    http://www.guzzitek.org/gb/ma_us_uk/1100/Moteur1100_102005_Atelier(USA).pdf  ... the CalVin has the Breva engine with a different alternator, gearbox, etc.

    Owner´s Manuals & Wiring Diagrams
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/owners_manual_california-vintage_2006-01_it-en-fr-de.pdf
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/owners_manual_california-vintage-aquila-nera_2009-09_it-en-fr-de.pdf
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/mg_manuals/owners_manual_california-vintage-wiring-diagram_2006-01_it-en-fr-de.pdf
    http://www.thisoldtractor.com/guzzi007/schematics/2008_California_Vintage.gif

    Parts Lists
    http://www.guzzitek.org/parts_list/gb/1100/CaliforniaVintage_2006-2007_112007_PL(GB).pdf
    http://www.guzzitek.org/parts_list/gb/1100/CaliforniaVintage_2006-2008_082011_PL(GB).pdf
    http://www.guzzitek.org/parts_list/gb/1100/CaliforniaVintage_2006-2011_052012_PL(F).pdf
    https://www.stein-dinse.biz/download/GU079.pdf

    http://www.motoguzzicalifornia.com/

    ... and maybe some of my videos might be useful too:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjpaIdMLrRU&list=PL3U2TKTfHX8amjJuLr8yBtUxXUeO6duTT 

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Check the cardan universal joint assembly (e.g. watch the video I made) on the next occasion.
    My sliding sleeve had absolutely no grease at all!

    This enclosed system system normally does not require a lot of maintenance, unfortunately Luigi was an idiot especially when the early Vintage where mounted and forgot the grease. I hate this guy :D
     

    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    Hi Tinus,
    I can send you the ones from Beetle and Beard (I have asked for this) for the 15RC ECUs.
    Those maps were made for the original exhaust system.
    Remember to save the orignal one and set the CO-trim to "0 %"
    as soon as you use a mapping with the lambda probe switched off.

    First steps:
    - Check if the spark plugs are really connected corretly (double ingnition) - mine were not!
    - Clean the throttle bodies and the air bleed screws and their ducts
    - TPS check, setting + throttle bodies sync

    In general: Luigi did not make a good job when mounting mine.
    Grease was missing everywhere and it seems that the previous owner trusted his dealer.

     

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    California Vintage

    in Newer models

    Posted

    TPS setting, etc. is similar to the V11s.
    These Instructions are very helpful:
    http://bradthebikeboy.blogspot.com/2012/10/throttle-position-sensor-setting_21.html
    I have used Guzzidag for this too.

    Unfortunately the Vintage is running very lean. The Cali is popping and stuttering as soon as the ambient temperatures are high e.g. 28- 30°C.
    I have tested various maps (one from Beetle - very rich and also useable for gasoline of bad quality I guess).
    I also worked together with Beard (Guzzidiag) and got one which is better than stock (but also lean) but this one did not work so well in another Vintage.
    All those maps switch off the lambda probe, so you have to set the CO-trim (possible with Guzzidiag).

    I ended up with a fine tuned mapping from DÄS Mototec (Germany) on a 15M ECU which solves all the problems (lean running, torque dip).
    This mapping was made for an airbox w/o snorkels and a BMC air filter but I have decided to keep the snorkles otherwise it is much too loud for the driver.
    The bike still delivers more torque than stock . Däs proposed to lower the CO-trim then (e.g -20 to -30).

    I was lucky to get an used 15M ECU (from a Ducati) for approx 100 Euro, the mapping costs around 200 Euro.
    Roland Däs develops all his maps on a dyno test bench for individually for your motorcycle (which is more expensive I guess) but I have never visited his shop.
    I have just sent him the ECU which is good enough for me.

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    Covid-19 - Paul (Daytona) is infected

    in 24/7 V11

    Posted

    Meinolf posted this in the German Guzzi Forum (seems to be written by Paul´s famliy)

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    Slow progress, but progress...

    Paul is step by step making progress but it will be a long way.

    There are two things that are important. First if he will be able to continue breathing without a ventilator. The intensivist told us that it is always balancing on a thin line whether a patient is capable to breathe on his own. Paul is now five days breathing on his own but he has to work very hard.

    Paul also has a delier (I think in English a delirium) and therefore he is very frightened and confused. Corona patients are extremely frightened when they wake out of coma. He gets medicine for the delier but sometimes a delier can hold on for a few days to a few weeks. It depends on how he keeps on breathing and how long he will suffer from the delier when he can leave the Intensive Care.

     

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