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It would be good to recheck the temp after the bike has been moving or with a fan flowing air over it. The snorkels will pick up engine heat in still air. Perhaps checking the variable resistance of the TPS. When mine went bad I couldn't find it watching millivolts, but it showed a stick-and-jump in resistance as I slowly opened it and closed it.

I replaced mine with a Japanese made Shindi sourced from MI in Seattle.

Is there not an O-ring for that junction? is it both injectors?

I would venture that the veranda at Walt's cabins in the Appalachians would be a fine place to carry on an interesting discussion on those (complex) topics. But probably not here, if I may politely suggest. But, ya'll come now, y'hear?

'dog, How would you describe the changes with the crossover?

others have more experience with this than I, but at least sweep the bottom of the gearbox for bits. Use a quality sealant on the cover going back on clean the neutral switch while you're looking at it. Otherwise, this should be really straight-forward. Best of luck!

Must agree with mznyc: the pre-selector adjustment doesn't seem to have solved any major issues. Mine ended up with a complete gearbox replacement under warranty. Not long after, the early gearboxes were recalled for several corrections including the "sliding dogs" and the "washer stack" or, what was it called . . . "cush drive?" (not to be confused with the cush drive of the rear bevel drive). You will need to verify the recall work has been performed on your gearbox.

Walt (The Lodge at Tellico) says there are 8 rooms available for the 13-14 of September. Bill and I have two of them. Best to let him know if you're on for the lodging!

So, the rubber down-snorkels aren't just to reduce noise for emissions testing?

Other than painting the needles, what did "going through them" entail? The silly polymeric odometer drive gears are problematic as well as induction magnet adhesion . . .

I was thinking there are some alternatives from Ducati, maybe Bosch? Easier for us nekked bikers - no need to fit into a fairing . . .

I learned Wayne's campout is the same dates. Great guy (Wayne), and excellent that T.W.O. is booting back up. Maybe we'll cross paths! As far as any conflict with Barber's Vintage Festival - I can't imagine anything compares. Maybe the Manx TT . . .

Whoa , Wil-H rides with the Slimey Cruds. . . . And rides with the Biscuiteers of the Splinter Fringe ? He's like Wile E. Coyote and Hunter S. Thompson all rolled up into one!

Sounds great! We usually make the store there at the crossroads late morning for anyone who wants to roll it, and make our way down NC 28 (fantastic!) for lunch at the Sunset in Franklin. Looking forward to seeing (hearing!) Joe's V7!

Good news! Silver ones must be worth, like, $11,900 . . . Really, good for you and the new owner who has a very nice V11. Hope they know to log-on here!

I suppose that makes me one of the Old Timers that knows Al Let me be the first to say what a bad idea this is. Noble, sure, but - bad. Your college kid can do some simple work study hours that would benefit her esteem, pay tuition, and preserve the Guzzi for that Golden Later Time. (Maybe the tall talk is easier with boys in college ) Best of luck to you, Al!

Here in the States, it appears to be only the "unbranded" stations that have pure gasoline.

But the Three Hondas are, apparently, only counted as one bike!

Nice bike! (Of course, I might be a little biased . . .) BTW, color options in 2000 were silver, black, and V7 Sport green.

Here is ponti_33609's aluminum tank shown in the thread New Fuel Tank.

MY, my!! Ain't she sweet!

Sounds great! I have not spoken with Walt since lat year's SSR, but that's how they handled breakfast last year. I'd love to get a close look and watch the Griso in action. Double the spine - double the fun!

Good news! (You make it sound easy . . . ) What did you use for a heat source on the steering neck?

I'm glad Piaggio has this guy on the job. This should get interesting . . .

While all the South'n Spine Raids in memory (there's the first disclaimer right there!) have been in May or June, this year will see us in the Tennessee/North Carolina mountains September 13-15. Last year, the horrific June heat and the fact that Bill and Kathy Hagan couldn't come have prompted a regroup. (Similar to Group W, but on a different bench . . . ) Currently, the plan is to return to Tellico Plains, TN, and The LodgeatTellico Friday, and make the NC loop on Saturday, parting ways Sunday. When we can remember every corner or have the menu memorized at the Sunset Restaurant in Franklin, NC, we'll do something totally different. The autumn tone of the Appalachians should give us a fine treat. By all appearances, all the king's horses and all the king's men will have the Cherohala Skyway back together by then. Those of you having dropped in before (or meant to) know that this is a non-event unrelated to this forum, its administrator, moderators, or members. There is no fee, it is not a rally, there is no plan or support. There is no organization, no prizes, no satellite uplink. Lodging is up to the folks dropping by, but posting here may put you in touch with a shared room. Tell Walt, at The Lodge at Tellico, you're there for the Guzzis. They'll feed us handsomely, but the restaurant is no longer open to the public. I suppose that's the skinny. Hope to see the usual suspects and some new faces (and cylinder heads)!