eas1rider

Thanks Roy, thats exactly what I was looking for. I don't have the rear mud guard extension so hence the confusion re the mounts. I'm sure I can come up with something now i know how it's supposed to mount up.

Hi, was going to start a separate thread, but I'll jump in here. I have recently acquired what I was lead to believe was a set of tekno pannier bags and mounting frames specifically for a V11 I'm quite happy to re-engineer to suit as I currently also have a Ventura system in place which I plan to keep in place as well. I can highly recommend the Ventura products as I have used them extensively over the years on a number of bikes without any issues, and for the cost, I would doubt you'd find better in a securely mounted system.

Hi, when I repainted the Scura rims I sourced 83 degree stems from an Ebay seller, http://stores.ebay.com/kurveygirl, they were the 8.3mm ones because I couldn't get that size here in NZ, hence the Ebay purchase, and had no issues fitting these. The holes in your rim aren't fouled with paint or burrs of any sort? Seems odd that the 8.3mm won't fit as they are recommended for the Brembo rims. Hope you get it sorted, I can recommend the seller and the stems are top quality and really do make checking tire pressure so much easier.

Yep, same thing happened to me a couple of months back. Found the spacer to be about 1.6mm to short so was surprised the bearings lasted as long as they did. Machined up a new spacer, replaced bearings and everything happy...

I can't remember if I used the supplied button or indeed if it even came with an additional button. The entire clutch assembly was complete and was a simple matter of bolting on and torqueing up, with no issues once installed, (long may that continue...)

Some information that I receceived from a number of emails from Agostini's whilst going through the same clutch drama. I have posted these before when i was going through this process a while back, "Yes we have the RAM clutch. The difference is that the Guzzi version used some RAM parts and some parts from other sources. There is no reason to suspect there will be any future problem in the delivery. You may however like to take a spare friction disk at the same time. Please note that the clutch comes ready assembled and balanced and there is no need to dismantle it to install it. It is designed in such a way that the screws are inserted through openings in the clutch centre. The clutch body (the gear that fits to the front of the gearbox and inserts into the clutch) is not supplied in the kit and must be ordered separately if your existing gear is showing wear. If it is ok you do not need to replace it as it is compatible with the RAM clutch. The price of the clutch kit is 450.00 euro and the price of friction disks is 65.00 euro" And... "RAM Engineering is a small company however it is quite well established here in Mandello and is doing a small but consistent turnover in special products for Guzzi. Mainly big bore kits and the RAM clutch. There is no reason to suspect that it will not continue in the same way for may years. The clutch comes with the necessary screws to mount it and is 100% compatible with the existing clutch and original clutch body. In fact the original design for the Guzzi clutch was by RAM engineering but, unfortunately, to save money Guzzi did not source all parts from RAM and therein lies the source of the problem with cracking flywheels. The flywheel was one of the items that Guzzi sourced elsewhere. A new clutch body is available for 86.91 euro. But if yours is not worn it is not worth replacing." This was acouple of years ago now and the clutch so far appears fine...

Not sure how much "shine" the picture will show but hope it will give you an idea of the end result. Prior to this the carbon fibre was very dull and didn't help with the appearance of the bike at all.

Had all the carbon fibre parts on the Scura re sprayed last winter because the sun and elements had taken their toll. Was concerned about the durability of the end result, particularly on the carbon fibre "covers" that go over the exhaust cans on the Scura. Ended up using a product that is apparently used on chimney flues to give a gloss finish. Thus far all parts, including exhaust covers, look as they did ex paint shop. One problem that the painter encountered though was the presence of silicon embeded in some parts of the fibre strands. This makes adhesion of any kind of coating difficult. Most polishes etc contain silicon, something to be mindful of if you wish to re coat carbon fibre. After much cleaning with solvents and sanding back top coats he was able to get a good result, needless to say he was happy to see the back of me and my carbon fibre...

Recently got the bike back on its own two wheels after a bit of TLC over the winter. The bike sat on one of the jacks that your looking at in your original post. Like others i had to use a couple of pieces of wood strategically placed beneath the pan but I was confident enough to leave the bike this way for a couple of months. I was able to remove the rear wheel along with the front wheel and forks etc at the same time. I did however place a further couple of pieces of wood at the rear of the bike for my own piece of mind. I have used a number of different jacks etc on numerous bikes and there are always limitations depending on the task you are trying to perform, sometimes you just have to be a little creative...

I have it at home. Comes with the clear windscreen. $250 plus shipping. Thank you for that, I've sent you through an email via your profile page.

Hi, is anybody able to confirm for me that the screens Gustafsson list for a V11 Sport will indeed also fit the Scura. Some of the pictures on their website appear to differ from what I'm looking at off the bike, could just be the angle of the photo maybe?

The Scura clutch should already be very "light" in operation compared with the usual twin plate set up. A change in the shape of the lever may help, as often the reach required may be uncomfortable for some, particularly in heavy traffic. Raising or lowering the lever slightly may help as well depending on what you find comfortable.

Thanks guys for the info. I've also come across Eagle screens in Australia which make a replacement and may be an option, particularly as Aussie is a little closer to home, making shipping a little cheaper... The carbon fibre option sounds interesting "orangeokie", let me know if you find it, I may be interested. Andy, if you have the numbers handy that would also be appreciated as I can flick them through to our guzzi parts guy and see what he comes back with. I haven't considered genuine parts as yet. The bike is probably shed bound for the next couple of months with winter on it's way. I've a couple of small projects I wish to do on the bike as well as replace the screen.

Hi, owing to a mishap between my bike, my son and the dog,( so the story goes?). I'm looking for a replacement screen for the Scura. Thankfully there is no other damage as the bike toppled over onto a tool box, wedging itself against it with the screen bearing the weight. Had the bike been parked in it's usual position the outcome may have been worse. (For both the bike and child...). Anybody know where I may be able to source a replacement?

Chris, Recently went through the same dramas, none of the local bike shops had seen anything like it and no luck at any of the auto accessory outlets. Tried a local auto electrican who is a supplier of Hella products and they got one down overnight, no dramas. The bulbs I use are slightly different to the ones your trying to locate but they have the off set bayonet fitting you describe which I believe are common on a number of Italian bikes. Try a reputable auto sparky, they may have a few more clues than the others...

Sorry to hear about your Tenni, I went through the same drama with my Scura late last year. I settled on the RAM replacement clutch and am very happy to date, (although it is early days...). I searched the forum and could find nothing that would lead me to think that the RAM unit was likely to cause any further issues in the future. I also considerd the twin plate, but I was looking at almost twice the price when compared to the RAM unit, so it was really a no brainer. The prices you quote, are they for a guzzi replacement or the RAM alternative? Best of luck...

Hi guys, I believe "mznyc" is probably refering to the saga I had with my Scura recently. Check out Hello everyone, and heip required please, broken Scura... I to was a little concerned after reading all the horror stories, but was reluctant to go ahead and drop out the motor to check. I probably would not have done so either had it not been for the damage to the gearbox case. Thankfully, (if you can call it that...), I did, and found the flywheel to be at the early stages of failure. Check out the topic above, I copied an email from Pete at Agostini's who was very helpful and I can fully recommend. My bike is all back together and performing well. The new clutch is light and, for now at least, quiet in operation. Although the rattle will come back over time as the splines on the clutch body and friction plate wear, completely normal and nothing to be concerned about. Hope this helps...

Real easy to get between the 2 islands, ferrys operate about 6 times a day either way. From Wellington in the north and Picton in the south. Trip takes about 3 hours, highly recommended.

Hi Paul, all my mounting bolts appeared pretty tight, and were secured with what appears to be thread lock...

Yes greg, I would like to think what ever has happened in the past was "relatively" minor. There is no other damage evident on the motor and from my brief look over the frame and around the headstock area, everything looks ok. The bike also rides well and tracks true. But I'm not a "cretin" , and therefore would happily accept some pointers as to what I should look for re any further damage. Others looking over the posts may also benefit. And yes, Invercargill, as in Burt Munro. The annual Burt Munro Rally is on at the end of the month so all going well...really well, I'll have a bike to at least go to the street races on, heres hoping.

Your quite right, I don't want a repeat. As I mentioned in a previous post, I'm picking the bike may have had a fall from it's stand at some point . As there is a repair to the left front mount and I have replaced the sidestand, which was pretty ugly and had been repaired and an attempt made to strengthen it.... All nuts, bolts and fittings were sound.

An update and hopefully some decent photos. The first photo is of the initial leak at the rear of the gearbox. The second photo, you can make out the crack underneath the nut and mounting lug. This is being dealt to with the purchase of a new case. As for the clutch, I have had replies back from Agostinis and Stein-Dinse(Australia). Stein-Dinse recommended going to the twin plate with the associated costs...Agostinis on the other hand have been really helpful. Peter at Agostinis, who a number of you have dealt with, has been a great help. Very informative and quick responses to my emails, albeit 12 hours behind us. I've asked Peter if I could quote parts of his emails as I think a number of you will find it interesting... "Yes we have the RAM clutch. The difference is that the Guzzi version used some RAM parts and some parts from other sources. There is no reason to suspect there will be any future problem in the delivery. You may however like to take a spare friction disk at the same time. Please note that the clutch comes ready assembled and balanced and there is no need to dismantle it to install it. It is designed in such a way that the screws are inserted through openings in the clutch centre. The clutch body (the gear that fits to the front of the gearbox and inserts into the clutch) is not supplied in the kit and must be ordered separately if your existing gear is showing wear. If it is ok you do not need to replace it as it is compatible with the RAM clutch. The price of the clutch kit is 450.00 euro and the price of friction disks is 65.00 euro" From another email... "RAM Engineering is a small company however it is quite well established here in Mandello and is doing a small but consistent turnover in special products for Guzzi. Mainly big bore kits and the RAM clutch. There is no reason to suspect that it will not continue in the same way for may years. The clutch comes with the necessary screws to mount it and is 100% compatible with the existing clutch and original clutch body. In fact the original design for the Guzzi clutch was by RAM engineering but, unfortunately, to save money Guzzi did not source all parts from RAM and therein lies the source of the problem with cracking flywheels. The flywheel was one of the items that Guzzi sourced elsewhere. A new clutch body is available for 86.91 euro. But if yours is not worn it is not worth replacing." So it would appear the RAM clutch is still aviliable and hopefully will be for some time. Mine has been ordered and is jetting its way here as we speak Below are a couple of photos of the flywheel, (my apologies, they're not the best). The cracks are visable in blue. I have dye tested the flywheel and the cracks are only just starting to appear. Thankfully found early on. So for now I guess I just sit and wait for all the bits to arrive, thanks for all your help and I hope the info. from Peter is helpful to others.