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24 minutes ago, LowRyter said:
You might look at Guzzidiag or contact Beetle on Wild Guzzi who has written dozens of maps.
My bike has PC, slip-ons and crossover by the PO and it runs good.
Thanks LowRyter
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So I realize this thread is as old as dirt, yet maybe the world has changed since 2008. I would really like to improve the fuel mapping in my 2003 Rosso Corsa. I had the TuneBoy work done to it, and it came out pretty good, not amazing, but pretty good . I still had the hesitation at the 2700 to 3000 rpm range. Actually I didn't love the throttle response below 3000 rpms in general. Any how, a blown clutch. a bit of fiddling by the Guzzi dealer and 5 years later it needs a refresh/update.
Thus my question. Go back and have the TuneBoy refreshed or are there better options at this point? I'm not looking for a fire breathing dragon here, just a better, smoother throttle response.
Thanks in advance,
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So I realize this thread is as old as dirt, yet maybe the world has changed since 2007. I also posted this question under the "Fuel Mapping" thread. I don't mean to be redundant, I it's just with these older threads, I', hoping my question gets found:)
I would really like to improve the fuel mapping in my 2003 Rosso Corsa. I had the TuneBoy work done to it, and it came out pretty good, not amazing, but pretty good . I still had the hesitation at the 2700 to 3000 rpm range. Actually I didn't love the throttle response below 3000 rpms in general. Any how, a blown clutch. a bit of fiddling by the Guzzi dealer and 5 years later it needs a refresh/update.Thus my question. Go back and have the TuneBoy refreshed or are there better options at this point? I'm not looking for a fire breathing dragon here, just a better, smoother throttle response.
Thanks in advance,
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He's a Yankee.
Worcester, Massachusetts.
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=8328&p=93636
Well, unless he's moved since '06. I have ... twice.
Bill
Yep, a Yankee,
although you are right Bill, I have moved:)
I'm now in Acworth, Ga:)
and where the heck are all the Guzzisti?
It's bad enough I can't find a decent deli, but no Guzzi Dealers, no Guzzisti to ride with!
I'm gonna take all your advice.
Hang on the the RC, try out the Griso...I'll keep you all updated if I choose to sell.
Thanks for all your feedback!
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Bill Hagan had a Ballabio and now has a Griso (not sure if it's 8V). Even though the Ballabio is more upright than a Rosso Corca, he'd have a qualified opinion.
He always has an opinion, but this time it would be *qualified* . . .
Noted.
Actually, my first reaction was that of some others here: "Uhm ... turo ... how much for the RC?"
But, as I have about 10 big-ticket items of all sorts vying for my limited discretionary pennies (e.g., a tractor, kayaks, another motorcycle (or two), etc.), I'd better pass.
Or not. Kathi did not roll her eyes when I mused aloud about it, so maybe I should leap. That, or she just knows to ignore my ramblings.
I have to say that I think the Rosso Corsa is the epitome of Guzzi moto-art. Best-looking of any since 1921. I lust after one as I do after -- truncated thought; Kathi is looking over my shoulder now.
Anyway, gorgeous:
So ... to the merits.
At 54, you are youngster!
I am 68 (gasp) and yet seem to have fewer of the "aches & pains" complaints that plague aging motorcyclists. OTC drugs help, of course, but a beer or bourbon (or both
) at the end of the day see me through, too. My Ballabio was not such a timeless looker, but had its charms.
It had the higher, wider bars that some of that series used, thus it was not quite the RC in various ways, tho I did add an Ohlins rear and Mistrals, which made it even finer. I regret selling it whenever I think about it ... which is often.
That said, I always find it interesting to read that others who have or have ridden both beats find the V11 series "more visceral" than the 8v Grisos, and the latter "more refined."
Obviously, "YMMV" in all such things, but that is not how how I view the two.
IMO, my '10 Griso -- which is, btw, being "rollerized" at Rose Farm Classics just now -- is the brute worthy of its Italian literature namesake. While its engine is indubitably more mechanically advanced -- spare me the DLC-disaster jokes
-- its conversion of fossil fuel to fun is, again, IMO, way more robust, UNrefined, and visceral than my beloved Ballabio. The Griso is a rodeo bull compared to the Ballabio. The latter never disappointed, but there is no comparison to how the Griso grunts, stomps, and delivers fun.Shown here with my Norge along the Susquehanna River near Farrandsville, Pa., on SR 120. I use this pic to illustrate that it can tour. This was a four-dayer and -- as stated, with appropriate dosages of Mexican food, beer, and a Kentucky nightcap or two
, I was (more or less) ready for the next riding day. 
Here is another pic, taken in Wisconsin, of it also rigged for longer trips.
Yup, I love it, and pray -- rather literally if not selfishly -- that I have many more years of (safe) riding ahead.
Good luck with that decision; I recommend that you keep the RC ... and buy a Griso. Every harem needs "diversity."
Best,
Bill
Thanks for the feedback Bill,
I appreciate it:)
-john
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sell it to me, what's your location?
The VF1000R or the Rosso Corsa:)
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The 1100i is by far my favorite bike ever. The character of that engine puts a smile on my face everyday, it handles very well...the suspension is more compliant, so even with a board of a seat, my butt doesn't kill me. I'm tall so the reach isn't that bad, the pain factor is: my neck as I need to extend it to look up and my knees, oh those high foot pegs. AND I have NEVER had a single problem with it, ever. I also know it has a defined purpose, just for Sundays, 3 to 4 hours is enough:) I could never sell it.
The St-1100s are my vacation - 1 to 2 weeks on the road bikes.
The Rossa Corsa has a different purpose; 2 to 3 day, long weekends. Thus the basis of my question:)My thought is the Griso may be better suited for that 2 to 3 day jaunt.
I think it's test ride time - I can always sell the VF1000R:)
Thanks for you feedback:)-
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I know, stupid question of the day, yet...
Should I sell my 2003 Rossa Corsa for an 8v Griso?
Why? Because at 54 I think I'd like something more upright...
It's either that or start the journey of lower foot pegs and bar risers.
Also I hear the 8v engine is sweet:)
Thanks in advance:)
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the spoked friction plates are know to break occasionally but I thought that was back in the 90's.. do they still use the same parts?
Not sure if they still use the same parts from the 90's...this was a stock replacement clutch, let's see how it goes:)
Thanks for your feedback, it's much appreciated!
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I had my clutch plates separate at 16,000 mi. I put new ones in and I think at first they were a bit louder.
Not as loud as a ducati, but after time either they quieted down or I got used to it.
If the clutch is nice and smooth and is operating correctly why worry?
What clutch did you have installed?
I had the Moto Guzzi stock replacement clutch installed. I'm worried, because if after 12,000 it happened once I'm afraid at 25,000 it'll happen again. Aside from the noise the clutch works just fine! I'm gonna put some miles on the bike this summer, let's see if the noise quiets down:)
Thanks for your feedback, I appreciate it.
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Over the Forth of July holiday I lost my clutch on my 2003 Rosso Corsa, more specifically the clutch plates broke apart. I had a new clutch installed...which leads me to these questions.
1) Is this common?
2) The thing is much louder than before, it clangs like a freaking bell. Is this normal, I mean I know these clutches are loud but this is a little crazy...or will it quite down after a few thousand miles?
3) Is there a better clutch option, meaning is there a better aftermarket clutch or other alternative that is quieter and more reliable?
Thank you in advance:)-john
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I'm looking for the rear seat cowl cover for a 1997 Sporti. Who's got one???
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I've got a 2003 Rosso Corsa that I am searching for Fuel Injection nirvana with.
I'm not there yet but getting closer.
I had the Tuneboy work done, to rewrite the ECU.
It did a pretty good job. A little more HP a little more torque.
Still had a little of that hesitation and sputter in the 2500 to 3000 RPM range - just a little, just enough to drive me crazy.
Opened the valves to Raceco specs .20 and .25. Got the same response as everyone else. Better mid range response, more noise, not just the valves, seems exhaust note is a bit louder to.
I want it better still - My questions:
1) Anyone else getting a louder exhaust note?
2) One side effect seems to be an increase in vibration. Would this be caused by the increased valve settings or is this maybe my cylinder sync thrown off by resetting the valves? The increase vibes is enough to send me back to the original valve settings.
3) Is Fuel Injection nirvana a pipe dream?
4) My next option is to try raising the CO exhaust levels to 3% as suggested in Guzziology - anyone else try this?
Thanks in advance,
-john
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I have always had a love/hate relationship with my LeMans.
I love it! It's got character, it's fun, it's different, it's unlike anything I've ever ridden.
I hate it! It makes noises I do not understand, I wish the fueling was smoother, the Ohlins are too stiff, it's uncomforable on long runs especially on my butt and knees:)
I live in Worcester, Massachusetts and I need to meet up with some folks who can help me sort out the niggles, let me know all the noises I hear are OK and recommend a good service shop - before I do something I know I'll regret later:)
Thanks,
-john
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Thanks gentlemen:)
-john
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This question I'm sure has been asked before and I apologize for being redundant. I searched the forum but couldn't find a relevant post:)
I've got a 2003 Rosso Corsa with the standard 5.50 rear wheel, 180 size tire. I'd like to drop the tire size for better handeling. 170 is the lowest size recommended by the fine folks at Dunlop for safety.
Does that seem accurate, anybody use other choices and what is the downside of dropping down to say 160?
Thanks,
-john
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Anyone know how to order or where to order cool parts from Daes Mototec? The web site's in German, the Google translator doesn't work for all the links and I can't find any contact info?
Thanks
-john
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Hello everyone.
I have a 2003 Rosso Corsa which I just love, I must admit that I enjoy riding my 97 1100i sport MORE. Why, because it seems to be easier to flick it into the corners, to tell you the truth, I was suprised, my warped view was that since it was older...
Anyway, the V11 seems to be a little more work to get it into the corners, I'd love it to have the flickability as the 1100i yet I don't want a nervous front end. I've seen some bearing kits that decrease the rake by 1%, will that help? Any other suggestions please.
Thank you.
-john
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Hey Folks,
I see that the www.corsaitaliana.com web site has timing gears listed for sale, any one have any information regarding;
a) is this a worthwhile mod,
what are the advantages, c) what are the disadvantages
d) will these fit in my 1100i
Thanks everyone
-john
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My name is John Palmieri, and I am looking for a Guzzi Mentor.
Someone who could help learn the proper maintenance of my 2003 Rosso Corsa.
I'd like to be able to learn how to do all the full service items listed in the owners manual
and also fine tune the bike adjusting the tps, throttle bodies and idle screws!
I had the great pleasure of working with Bob Skakun in NJ, who's a genius!
NJ is just too far from Worcester, Massachusetts where I live.
Anybody local interested? I'll buy the beer and hey riding buddies please also apply:)
Thanks!
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Thanks everyone for all of your feedback.
For some more information.
The dealer mechanic did do a decent job of adjusting the bike so it ran smooth again.
He just told me what he read and was going of the info in the manual.
When I did the work,
I did try to set the tps to 150 with the linkage disconected, ignition on and run switch on.
170 was as close as I got - sensitive bugger:) It was 375 when I tested BEFORE adjustment with the linkage disconnected - way to high!!!
The reading should be 375 with the linkage reconnected?
I also set the throttle bodies with the bleeder screws fully closed.
Were they supposed to be open a full turn as suggested in Ian's tutorial?
Could that be where I messed up?
I did reopen the bleeder screws to 1/2 turn open on both sides when I finished!
My goal here is to learn to adjust the bike myself to run really, really good.
I'm trying to avoid putting in a PCIII, in my juvenile opinion, I should be able to get the bike great with out it!
I am going to post on the 24/7 Forum for a "Guzzi Mentor" maybe I can find someone local to help me learn proper maintenance and drink beer:)
Thanks again!
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Howdy eveyone!
I have a question.
I adjusted the valves to .1 for intake 1.5 for exhaust,
adjusted the tps to 170mv, its as close to 150 as I could get.
and the low and high speed idles on my bike, a 2003 Rosso Corsa.
When I adjusted the throttle bodies using mercury sticks, I was told to CLOSE the air bypass screws. I adjusted the bike at 3000 rpms using the white adjustment knob until they seemed even.
The biker ran great, nice snap when I twisted the throttle, till I took it for a ride.
When I took my hand off the throttle at speed, the bike had nasty hesitation, hiccupping, etc.
when below 3000 rpms the bike ran plain ruff, felt like it would stall and lunged with hesitation, so I always kept it in a lower gear to keep the rpms up.
Anyway, took it to the dealer to try to fix it, they did, fairly well.
The tech told me that the throttle bodies are set at the factory and are not to be messed with.
He could tell from the “paint marks no longer on the adjustment screws” - that they were adjusted.
He said that they MIGHT have to be replaced as the work shop manual said so, he showed it to me, it said – do not adjust, replaced if messed with.
I couldn’t believe it yet I saw it in black and white.
Did I do something terribly wrong. $1900 is the replacement cost.
That’s crazy.
Any advice is greatly appreciated!
Thanks
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Thanks for everyones input. I very much appreciate it.
So what I have gathered so far is; the 94,95 and 96 modles were carbed bikes, 97, 98 and 99 versions, fuel injected. Those injected models also had a better gearbox and fork set up. The ECU chip seems to be a point of failure, which is one of the prices that needs to be paid for the better front end and gearbox! Is there a "fix" for this chip issue? Is there a comparable web source for 1100 Sports out there on the web likes this V!! site?
Thanks again for all the input!
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Now that I am totally in love with my 2003 Rosso Corsa, I have my sights on a 1100m sport from the late 90's. I was looking for a un-molested version yet have been able to find on. There is one posted on ebay and after writing the very nice owner, I got some more information. What I'd like is some feedback on the information supplied and any other buying suggestions from anyone who has knowledge of these bikes!
Thanks in advance!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...ADME:L:RTQ:US:1
I do not have the original exhaust, but I do have original crossover. A hugger is an extra fender over the rear wheel. Its common knowledge that the OEM air box does not get enough air to the carbs. Thats why you see these bikes with the K@Ns - I did not like the way that looked so I took the worthless airbox and cut it so that it is completly hollow inside. Now the bike has the K@Ns and the good looks! Only the break lever was changed - it cost $ 275 - its great! Convertibars are after market handlebars - they brought the bars up and back, to be more comfort.All the bikes that came to the US came with a horrible looking square headlight - I always thought the european front end was great looking. I bought the front fiberglass part off ebay from the UK. In 97 the sport came with a front end upgrade - upsidedown WP forks - I wanted them!! Looked better to! The OEM rubber intake sleeves are too soft - the entire carb would move when you gave it gas. These are hard plastic $100 looked better too. The jetting is perfect for nashville - if you live on the coast you will need to change them - there are plenty. It was blue when I bought it - After about six years I wanted a new color! The axle on the 97 forks is bigger - so I just bought the wheel that went with it. So you can buy different bearings for the old wheel.
Before you buy a 1100 sport know that the 94s and 95s had a lot of production problems. The 97s and up had a lot of problems with there chips. There is a guy here in nashville with a 97 sport - he said his battery was low and he tried to start it and it fried his computer - ECU etc..! Anyway this is why the 96 modle is the best! Its also the last year or the air heads - the 97s have an oil cooler. Hope this helps!
Thanks,
Bruce
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Thanks again Pete,
I sent him an e-mail through the website!!!