V11crazed

Nice.... I figure I will put some miles down and then turn her over to my mechanic for a good going over. The PO is sending me a brand rear tire...there's still good tread on the current one. Will get her all checked out when I get the new tire put on. Thanks for the tips!

ahh.... a local now removed.... will post up about my first ride in a few days...with pics

Will do! Took delivery at 11:00 a.m. and spent most of the day cleaning her up and now the battery is on a trickle charger. Dead on arrival. I don't know if it's the original, but I have a call into they guy I bought it from. Any suggestions on where to look for a new one? They seem expensive, but then I checked BatteriesPlus, seems they might have what I need? Anyway, it certainly is a beautiful bike. I did start her up today....is is common for the Guzzi to have "thump, thump" sound coming from what sounds deep in the engine, during idle? I'm just unsure what to expect. Was surprised at some of the rust and flaking of some of the parts, not really bad though. Also, some cracked rubber seals...which I'm sure will need to eventually be replaced. What a difference between owning a bike in Tucson vs the midwest! No rust here! Ok, finally, why would the breather tube be located so as to drip gunk on the pipe area? There was a bunch of greasy, oily build up that eventually burned off. Seems it should be relocated? At any rate, I'm very excited to be a Guzzi owner....can't wait to jump on her tomorrow....

oh cool, you're the scura guy! I don't think the folks here would appreciate the VFR's beauty..... Oh, wait, you must mean pics of the guzzi.... Well, it's 8:50 a.m. Tucson time...I have taken today and Monday off...perhaps Tuesday as well. Figure why not, got the time and the best temps to ride. The bike will be here today! Batteries are in the camera and cold beer in the fridge for celebration....

what a nice getaway.....beautiful roads!

Hi folks, Don't be TO jealous of the Tucson weather. It's actually going to be a little cooler this weekend...very low to mid 70's. I'm tellin ya, when yer blood gets used to 100 degree plus weather, it thins out. 70 degrees is damn cold.... So....24 hours and counting.....

Hey Michael....cool that you have a VFR. What year? Mines an '06. I really enjoy it. Will be interesting to see how diverse the two bikes are.... I do hang out at VFRDiscussion.com. A fairly nice group of folks there, and like this site, tons of great info. there. I'm mtbiker1 over there....and you?

yeah, bob...I guess we're both spoiled......no humidity here though.....

Hello all! I guess it was a couple of months ago that I joined this board in anticipation of the arrival of an '01 V11 sport. Metallic green and lovely.... Well, I got a call today from Haulbikes that the bike will arrive on my doorstep Friday afternoon. The timing couldn't be better....our winter "rains" have passed and the weather is calling for low 80's and sunny for the weekend. Plus, well.........it's the weekend! I promise to post photos as soon as possible and probably ask more questions as I spend some with da bike.... V11crazed...aka: Nancy

Thanks Joe...I've had it for just a year and have over 8,300 miles on it. Many fun miles and trips I have to say. It really is a sweet, fun, fast, reliable bike. Will be interesting to see/feel the differences between bikes once I get the Guzzi...I'm sure they will be vast....a bike for every mood eh...I like that... Great thing is, the bike comes with the saddle bag frame and bags! And, a Moto Guzzi tank bag...I'll be ready to roll.....

' Hey Brentwood, You're not biased are you..... How do you like yer bike? How long have you had it?

250 miles of fun and sun...and mountainuous curves...and come home to this invite....sounds like a blast...what is the usual attendance number? I've been to Santa Monica many, many times and into Malibu. Did a lot of mt. biking there in the Santa Monica Mts. Beauftiful! I've been on many of those back roads by car, but by moto, they must be incredible. If I came, I would ride from Tucson. Is there anyway to get there other than going through LA? That freeway traffic freaks me out! I always wondered if I would keep a bike if I lived in LA? I guess like anything, you get used to it...but even in a car, I hated it!!! Is there a website with more info??? Thanks, Nanc

It is! But I have to say....now that I'm all grown up, there is something to be said for delayed gratification....

Hello all, I posted up a few weeks ago as new member as I was searching for info. on the bike of my dreams...the metallic green '01 V11. Well, it's a process, but the paperwork is done, the shipping is arranged and haulbikes.com will be picking the bike up in about 2 weeks in Lumberjack, WV...delivery to Tucson..uggh, is long...won't get the bike probably until the end of the month.... I'm so excited to get it....but, in the meantime, I'm fortunate to have my lovely VFR to ride. Maybe I'm even more fortunate to live in Tucson...with 65 degrees today, looks like I'm heading out here in an hour for a day long moto ride. Best to all....pics of the V11 in a month.....

I got it this morning.....and I just joined a few weeks ago.... I thought geez, is it because I revived the "porn star name" thread last week.... I love this site...the info is invaluable and the folks have all been quite welcoming!

reviving the thread as I'm new around here... I think my name is rather fetching: Cinnamon Cromwell...... Has an air of sohphisticated, porn snobbery doncha think?

Thanks for Dan...and yes, I feel it's a very fair price! I have a local mechanic that I talked to. He is the only one I take my bikes to. I encouraged me to get it. I've read a lot about the tweaking and all, which only puts me off a bit, as I am so NOT a mechanic. It's all about the soul of the machine though and I have no doubts that I am making a great purchase. Who knows what will shake out with the VFR???

I just came across this post in my own research in regards to buying a used Guzzi. This is simply hilarious and extremely well written...give this guy a Guiness....

hello and welcome...I am new here myself. What year, model etc. are you buying? I'm in the dealings right now for an 01' V11 Lemans, metallic green with red frame, 14,000 miles on her. Lots of great info here....

Hi Bob, Sounds like you got a great deal. Mine is a 2001, with 14,000 miles. I don't think it has any add-ons other than a luggage rack. The owner is throwing that in along with hepco bags and a moto guzzi tank bag. He offered to throw in a 170 rear tire (brand new) as well, that he hasn't spooned on yet. The owner was asking $5,500. So I think it shook out pretty fair for both of us. Was looking at another one in Chicago that did have some add-on's, he was asking $5,900.00. How long ago did you buy? What are your impressions thus far? Nanc

Again, thanks for the info! The bike does have the 160 on it, so that sounds like the right way to go. I went to the local Guzzi/Ducati dealership to pick their brains, and oddly enough both the owner and the sales guy started dissing the bike. In fact, the owner kept telling me that that's not what I want and tried to get me into a new Breva! I realize he want's/needs to sell bikes, but he knew that's not what I was there for. I did buy some Cortech leather riding pants, so he did make a few bucks off me.... Thing is, I've been dropping in on that shop over the years, and I'm a familiar face, so I was kind of puzzled. In all honesty, I've never really liked the owner, seems to be a bit of a snoot. Maybe he didn't like my VFR in his parking lot.... He did offer to run the VIN #, so I guess that gains a point or two... I did end up making some new friends there though, and seeing a couple familiar faces from just being in the riding community. Ride and a track day in NM were extended to me and I finally drove off with a big smile on my face, as that IS the one thing I love about motorcycling...the commraderie. Well, guys, hopefully you all have the day off tomorrow and get to fit an extra day of riding in...

Good morniing all and thanks for the replys and encouragement. And yes, I agree, the Guzzi is a purely visceral thing, it's got soul and beauty that I must own... The VFR is a great bike, but it swims in the sea of many others just like it. The Guzzi will be a nice addition to the garage... To answer the other questions, I did inquire about that recall and the owner had talked with the previous owner about that long ago...seems it was fine, and yes, after 14,000 miles seems any issue in regards to that would have shown up by now. What tires do you all run...(I know thats a whole can of worms right there)....I known certain bikes just seem to run smoother with certain tires. Thanks again guys for the input...have a great weekend...heading out on the VFR later...gonna be 65... Nanc ps. The owner accepted my offer of $4,800!!!! Deal is going down....errr...up...

Wow, 10 views and not even a "hello" or welcome....I didn't stumble upon a boys club did I.... , ah well, the vino and the fireplace will keep me company tonight.. .

Hi all, I've been lurking here for a couple weeks and finally decided to post up and introduce myself. I'm the current owner of an '06 Honda VFR800 of which I really adore and have over 8,000 miles on in under a year. I've been riding over 13 years and live in Tucson, AZ. My dilimma (if I can call it that) is that I am being wooed by the first (sport) bike that got me interested in sport bikes a number of years ago (rode crusiers for years and than went to the bright side).... It's a 2001 V11 Lemans. Metallic green and sweet. I've lusted after one for years and have found one in West Virginia that I am negotiating a price on. Asking was $5,500 for a pretty pristine bike, all stock with 14,000 miles on the OD. The owner and I have exchanged a number of emails. photos etc. and I'm pretty closes to buying. Owner did oil changes at 3000 miles, other than that he claims to have had no problems with the bike. Is $5,000 a good deal? Seems so to me. I've perused this site for any info. I could find about the 2001 Lemans model...problems, hightlights...etc. I'm not mechanic (but I can change my own oil), and I have an excellent one here in Tucson. So, my question to all you experts....is there anything that I need to look out for, be aware of, ask the owner...etc. That I might have missed in the threads? Also, I will probably ship the bike (damn expensive), but riding it home in the snow is not my idea of fun.... Anyone out there have experience in this, or recommends one company over the other? Well, I suppose that is all I should post up for, for now, as I'm a newcomer and don't want to wear out my welcome just yet! Thanks in advance for info.... Nan