Think Ratchethack and the 5.5k engine rpm is what my problem could be, because i am shifting long before that. Headed out to wind the guzzi up, get back after i pull the plugs. The Monkey also mentioned checking the wires, i have red champion 5k ohm wires. Are they correct? Thanks to all the replys, everyone in York PA rides Harleys, Moto Guzzi is unheard of.