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    mods for encroaching geriatrics

    in Technical Topics

    Posted · Edited by Bob Maynard
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    I installed a set of Verlicchi Touring clipons that I found on eBay, similar to Convertibars but have the MG eagle engraved on them. They’re very comfortable with the fork brackets turned back to near the tank and the bars raised to limits of cabling.
    I also installed the Buell pegs and probably will take them off.  I liked the inch drop but I dislike working the shifter pigeon toed.

    Here’s another bar option:

    https://spieglerusa.com/controls/handlebar-conversion/handlebar-conversion-kit-4317.html

    Oops, left out LeMans when searching Spiegler. Never mind.

    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    Posted

    Thanks for the link Jorgen. 
    I’ve read the posts stating ‘sounds normal’ and watched a couple of videos where the V11 sounds just like mine, so I’ve decided to live with it and get on to the normal maintenance this bike needs.  And hoping Andy replies to post above.

    Bob

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    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    On 5/31/2020 at 11:02 AM, andy york said:

    a lot of assumptions here....If it was done at a MG shop, then there should be a record of it.There was paper work to get the replacement parts and paper work to be filed when the job was complete. Perfect world. I hope this is the case.

    The reality is that over the years I have actually seen these kits on eBay..

    there is really no way of knowing even looking at the parts side by side.

    I have the special tools if needed

     

    Okay Andy, I’ve got to ask, was your FJ ever hit by a dog driving a pickup truck?

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    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    On 5/27/2020 at 7:26 PM, Kane said:

     

    Is there a way to tell if one’s bike has had the transmission recall done to it?

    Well, I emailed (thru their websites) both Aprilia Customer Care and Moto Guzzi Customer Care and MG Customer Care responded:

    “Thank you for reaching out to Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. – Moto Guzzi Customer Care with your question about any open recalls on your bike.  When checking in our system this VIN has no open campaigns.  Now this bike appears to be a 2001 model and Piaggio did not own Moto Guzzi until 2004.  When looking I do see that a flexible coupling hose was replaced back in March of 2004. “

    That’s reassuring,  and if you’d like to know the contact information for this person, I’d be glad to pm or email that to you. I’m hesitant to just publish that. It’s best to use their website, and I did mention my concern about a rear wheel lockup when I filled out the form.
     

    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    3 hours ago, Kane said:

     

    Is there a way to tell if one’s bike has had the transmission recall done to it?

    What I did was to call Aprillia USA Customer Care and give the man my vin. He quickly replied that there were no recalls on my bike. This was after the onset of the covid 19 outbreak, and I had doubts that the check was thorough. I’ve since filled out the ‘request for recall information’ form on their website, I’m now waiting for a reply. I’ll feel better having a record of my request and their reply.

    As far as checking vin vs the recall pdf, are the last six digits what identifies recall status, and where can I find the date of manufacture on the bike?

    Another thing, flicking the clutch lever when the engine is hot after riding does not reduce the tapping noise, it’s louder and constant, unless the lever is pulled in and held in, which quiets it down. Is that consistent with clutch chatter?

     Thanks again for the previous replies, btw, I’ve now found the exhaust leaks at the Ti cans. I don’t like the angle they’re mounted at, does anybody have the longer passenger footpeg brackets available? Or their measurements?

    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    I’d like to thank all that replied, the noise I’m hearing does appear to go away after a couple of quick clutch lever “flicks”. It’s hard to tell if it quiets down when increasing revs slightly as overall clatter, exhaust tone, and my poor hearing discrimination blend all together.

    Thanks for reducing my anxiety level down to near normal. Now to go for a ride,  it’s 70f and sunny.
     

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    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    On 5/14/2020 at 12:59 AM, Lucky Phil said:

    If you rapidly disengage and reengage the clutch does the noise change? IE quickly as you can pullthe clutch lever all the way to the bar and let it out again. Did you have the revs elevated for that sound clip? if not the idle sounds really high.

    Ciao  

    Yes, the tapping changes (lessens or disappears) but sometimes it takes several dis-reengage cycles to lessen the noise, which then comes back after revving up to about 3k a couple of times.  The noise also varies in intensity. First time I noticed it I thought it was just a loose valve tapping, other times since then it gets fairly loud.

    The stethoscope shows tapping loudest on case area below speedometer drive, but I can hear it quieter on other side of transmission.  Cannot hear it at back of block ahead of flywheel.

    Tachometer shows 750 rpm. It’s been my intention to do a ‘decent tune up’ this spring, but covid, cold weather(snow in May?) and tapping noise delayed that. Hopefully the software will show how accurate that gauge is.

    V11 Transmission Tapping.

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    My 2001 V11 trans has started ticking or tapping, somewhat intermittently. Stethoscope probe shows sound coming from right side of trans.  Varies slightly with clutch engagement/ disengagement, and does not seem to be coming from clutch/flywheel area. Draining the oil did not show anything terrible yet. Would I be correct in assuming this is most likely the flexible hose coupling and dog sliders, confirming what Aprillia says that no recall work has been performed on this bike. Could it be the speedometer drive?
    More importantly, I’d appreciate any diagnostic tips and tips on removing the trans. Any recommendations for trustworthy repair shops. My most convenient shop is Cadre Cycle down in Cincinnati, I could carry the trans there on the back of my FJR eliminating shipping. Any experience with them?

     Thanks, Bob

    What did you do to your V11 today?

    in 24/7 V11

    Posted

    On 3/27/2020 at 10:53 AM, footgoose said:

    Bob, I see they sell in different thickness as well as firmness. What thickness did you use. I was thinking it might be good to top off the layers with 1/4" lighter firmness. I will try this out on my Yamaha seat first, as it very much needs it.

    I think the seat I used had been cut, lowered and gelled, with soft appearance foam filling out the cover.
    I removed the 1/2” gel pad and cut the remaining stock foam below it. I left stock foam filling the pan depression because the seat pan is far from flat. I cut 1” Sunmate to fit in the hole where the gel was and a slightly larger piece of 1/2” over to cover the seams. Still managed to pull the cover back over all that, even with the appearance foam in place.

     I like the medium firm foam, as it conforms to my posterior after a few minutes, or less if sitting in the sun. The firm needs to be sanded/ contoured to shape for a base layer. I’ve never used med soft or softer, I found the firm/ med firm combination great when shaped properly, sort of a good Corbin.  The soft or medium soft might work well for a comfort layer over a firmer layer.

    https://www.sunmatecushions.com/pages/motorcycle-seat-retrofitting-with-impact-absorbing-foam-applications

    They do sell a sample pack of different foams cut 4”x4”so you can get an idea of what might work,and offer good advice over the phone. My experience is that firmer is usually better. And I always keep my stock seat,  and work on a second, in case of failure.

    Also, check out their overstock page.

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    What did you do to your V11 today?

    in 24/7 V11

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    Well, I’m not an iron butt, for sure. Longest day ride was just over 600 miles on a rock hard Corbin equipped FJ1200 back around the turn of the century. I proudly proclaimed the title of candy butt after that.  I never joined candybutt org, not even sure if the website still exists (relating to motorcycles), although occasionally there are links to it on an FJR forum.

    Did find it :

    https://candybuttorg.ipage.com/cba/node
     

    Anyway, my mod to the previously modded seat came out really well, but I’ll need a longer ride to really test it out, probably after lockdown is lifted. 

    What did you do to your V11 today?

    in 24/7 V11

    Posted

    I opened up a used seat I bought from MaxV11, removed the gel pad, and inserted two sheets of Sunmate medium firm and brought much comfort to my posterior. Cradles my candy butt wonderfully. :rolleyes:   Much better than my stock seat, comfort without slip sliding away.

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    Crash damage

    in Technical Topics

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    That makes sense to me, if front is perpendicular and rear tire contact patch is in line with front contact patch, the rear should also be perpendicular. Providing you can get good places on tire edges to check whether perpendicular and neither wheel is bent. After all, I assume you’re just looking for major misalignment. A fair amount of motorcycles come from the factory tweaked a tiny bit.

    Crash damage

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    Posted · Edited by Bob Maynard

    With other bikes, I’ve used a long straight edge (5-6 ft angle iron or wood) carefully placed along the sides of the rear tire and then checking distance between the straight edge and front tire, then compared with the same process on the other side of bike. Just a variation of the string alignment method, might give an idea of any major steering head tweak. Never tried it on my Sport, so I don’t know if there’s anything blocking (exhaust, etc) from actually doing this.

    Hope you recover quickly from whatever it is that ails you.

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