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First Veglia was replaced under warranty at 27,000 miles for waivering 10 mph at highway speeds. The new speedo waivered at low speed, which was more acceptable. Until the trip meter locked up and the needle starting flicking 10 mph every four seconds (44,821 miles). Upon disassembly I managed to break both the reset and the glass. The little plastic gears inside look less than perfect. I have ordered a replacement (298 USD + S/H and a couple weeks), but I wonder if anyone has successfully had a Veglia rebuilt or should I just convert the space to something more useful . . .

Also, "Test Point Layout" and "Guzzi Wiring" do not appear in the FAQ threads. Perhaps they need a thread of their own. I'm afraid to mess with this now, since my efforts have not been effective. Jaap, looks like "Testmember" has Moderator status and may not function like a "normal" member. (Everybody knows Moderators ain't normal.)

Looks like Galaxiid found his grease fitting in Post #22 on page 2. Hey, Stu, definitely get a pic up of your modified grease gun.

That's redundant.

Jaap, your V11 has long been even a LeMans Incognito!

I saw GrumpyBiker's Tekno's at the SSR. They look like new! The Krylon treatment is on my to-do list. (after the weapy rear seal, speedometer, and taillight . . .)

Now there's a Guzzi accessory that really deserves "NORGE" badging!

I was completely cured of my Chronic Guzzichondria when I cleaned my (working) ignition switch. But, that was before my rear drive leak, trip odometer locked up and the tail light quit. I remember reading about these bikes when they came out and one journalist suggested they are fine bikes that will require a bit of "owner involvement." Welcome to the club! Oh, and yeah, your LeMans is an '02. Get the silly spring now and change it when the time comes.

I haven't used my factory bag in a while. It's really big and I prefer a a small, say 8-10 liter tankbag. You can thread the rear strap through under the tank mount and re-attach the buckle without taking the bolt loose. I prefer crossing the front straps so they go into the gap at the front of the tank and not down along its sides. It's not as stable that way, but I can't bear to drag the front straps over the sides of the tank. Over time, the only paint damage I've gotten from always having a tankbag on, is at the back of the tank along the flat portion where the rear buckle rides. Also, the early Sports have the chin pad which can flatten out from the tankbag pressure and not want to stay attached to its little push-in catches. (I've re-shaped mine, but don't trust it to stay put without the tankbag in place).

Seven spine frames arrived at the SSR. While unsuspecting riders ate, slept or otherwise looked on, the Vernier calipers were applied to compare the depth of the pins inside the lock nuts. One Spiney didn't get measured since we couldn't get Michael sufficiently distracted or detained. I couldn't figure out how to check them rolling and this guy never stopped moving! The measurements (in inches): Josh's Sport 1100 - 0.004 right docc's V11 Sport - 0.077 right Dan's v11 Sport - 0.012 left Mike's Centauro - 0.007 right Ron's Centauro - 0.093 left Thad's LeMans - 0.025 right So, it's true, they were all over the place. Some riders could say that for one reason or another their swingarms had been off the bike at one time or another. There was no way to check any kind of 'preload' or lateral play. Josh had centered his swingarm in the carrier plates and I had (tried my best) to center my tires one behind the other. I really don't know what it all means, but figured I would report back. Sadly, no one showed up saying, "I've come to have my swingarm measured!" I do remember the E.TN guys saying, "Nice to meet you. Where's breakfast?":sun:

The trouble with using the level plug is that fluid begins to ooze out a bit early and can lead to underfilling. I once measured a 20% difference between volume filling and the level plug method. That said, the level plug is certainly good to check after a fill to avoid overfilling. With the Redline product especially, so much oil remains clinging to the internals that refilling by volume will surely lead to excess volume and higher pressures. And leaks. If you fill slowly, and take some breaks to allow settling, all the while monitoring total volume added, the level plug can still be used effectively, but don't expect to just pour until it oozes and have a correct volume. Richardson noted this "cascading off the ring gear" phenomenon in Guzziology.

Your profile doesn't say what year or model V11, but the six speeds are 850 ml and the bevel drive used with the six speed is 350 ml gear oil and 20 ml moly. The bevel drive is easy to overfill and overwhelm the seals (ask me how I know, er, no don't). Redline products seem popular and many would say that you can use heavyweight in the bevel box to full capacity with no additional moly. Older bevel boxes and the five speed apparently had a combined capacity of 1 liter (250/750) which seems pretty sensible.

They have those??

Favorite photo from the sixth raid.

I tried that, but Roy couldn't open the file after the move. I could try moving it again and see what happens, but I hate to short circuit the thread again and Roy can't post it directly on FAQ. I do believe the files belong in FAQ where they will remain easier to find. "Testmember" is quite a catchy username. The guy in the avatar looks vaguely familiar . . .

Sounds like you are continuing to make it better! Something else I remember impedes the downshift is the shift lever can contact the edge of the "pork chop." You'll see a little nick where the lever hits (and can see it if you look under the lever while pushing into its full downward throw). Check to be sure there's a little clearance there.

Hey, I'm not sure it was really a rally. But, hey, we got by well enough on fuel, greasy rags, and the promise of food down the road. That CaliVin is a beaut, but I can't wait to see your champagne LeMans!

gb: Glad you and the E.TN guys made it down! That was a very nice trio of Guzzis! Hope you fellows got home without the "dampness" we encountered. Overall, there were eleven Guzzis at the Raid with a token BMW 800S and an escort by KTM/vintage Ducati/and Honda ST1300. Walt and Anna at The Lodge at Telllico turned out great and Mike at Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters was very hospitable. Looks like the best option for South'n Spine Raid Seven in twenty-eleven! I know Bill will give us a proper photo album link, but remember, you just can't believe everything you read in a caption! Best regards to all. I relish the time with other riders and the wit and wisdom is always second to none!

Nerts! I'm busted! Bill, you are never, ever up this late!

After reading back through he thread, I thought some clarification was in order: 1) Yes, the Saturday loop really is, after all, clockwise. 227 miles as the Garmin flies. 2) Yes, Hagan always gets his way. Expect a big play for Mex food at some point. 3) The Austrian answer is: "black." 4) Mike, at Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters is hoping to ply us with T-shirts just for showing up. I'm down with this as I was planning on wearing my faded orange TMO shirt all weekend. 5) See you in the mountains! (posted 36 hours out)

Jamie, You've cleaned and crimped the spade connections? They are bad about loosening up and getting corroded. Also, be sure you can hear the tiny "click-click" as you squeeze and release the lever. Remove the lever (don't loose the puck!), clean the channel and puck and reassemble with some light lubricant. Be certain the tiny machine screws that hold the switch are tight and both still have their tiny nuts. The switch can loosen in its mount and become unreliable. Upon reassembly, Brembo lever pins are retained by a stamped steel "nut" on the underside. If it drops off, the pin can pop out and the lever falls off. Simply "zip-tying" the hollow pin is good prevention!

What a fine collection of Guzzis! We shall only be so lucky at Sixth South'n Spine Raid!

Wow, TDF! The Sport looks just stunning! I've only ever seen one other Sport with red wheels and the black sump and bevelbox, the black valve covers with red guards, really set the look off with the red tail cowl! When you get a chance, go to your profile and post a location. It really helps with other members linking you to local support. Quite nice! Good show! docc

( The Austrian answer begs the question, "orange or grey?" Guess we'll find out soon enough! ) I've laid in the loop for Saturday clockwise through the Smokey Mountain National Park and back over the Cherohala Skyway. I'm not able to attach it here in Garmin Mapsource, but I have it on SD card to import to your device if it is so equipped (ie:ZUMO and perhaps others with SD capability). Otherwise, I might could e-mail it. Either e-mail or PM me your e-mail address if any of you would like me to try and send it. Quite a few of us will be arriving in Tellico Plains mid afternoon Friday and looking forward to heading over to Mike's shop (Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters) before settling in on the tarmac for the protracted tech session aided and abetted by neurologic solvents. See ya'll soon! docc