todd haven

When did you move to the Lone Star State, David? Once you get here, you will understand why we don't care if rains in SoCal

What's not to love? http://www.corbin.com/honda/hrunefair.shtml

I'll pass it along, ST. His name is Davy, BTW. His dad was David. A professor of art & sculpture at Rice University. I think this explains, in part, why all Davy does must not just function, but look "right". It's a difficult thing to quantify, but a wonderful thing to see in practical, daily execution. Far too few people take pride in their work these days. "Good enough, or close enough is not really good enough, or close enough", is as close as I can come to describing it.

Thanks for the info. I'll pass it along.

Hey guys, Davy (our lead tech) will be traveling though Amsterdam on his way to Ukraine(long story) in a week or so. He is not a big drinker, is happily married, and no longer . This seems to rule out a lot of things Americans do while in Amsterdam. Any ideas for things to see/do for a day? He used to race an R90S back in the days, is very interested in technical/mechanical stuff, motorcycle-related or not, and is a pretty fair artist as well. Anything along the lines of the Chicago Museum of Science & Industry? Is Teo Lamers the kind of place people travel to see? How long a trip? Any other Guzzi-related things to see in Amsterdam? Good dealers, etc. Thanks for any leads.

Polebridge, flip the mirror mount 180 degrees, cleans up the look even more.

Hey Jim, Send em this:

Jim, We are only letting them in to do the jobs the silver Norges can't, or won't, do. The red looks a lot like this: We should have a bike to hang them on at Noon tomorrow.

Frayed wires on fuel petcock? Just tossing it out there.... Replace with manual if the wires look goobered. Cheaper and trouble-free Bad wires normally cause an abnormally loud fuel pump buzz. Wiring connectors are often crossed between level sensor and petcock. This shorts the level sensor. Does no harm to the petcock, they have their own issues.

Yep, and Yep

Greg is correct, we are not an Aprilia dealer. If you have reason to come to Texas, Af1 would be a straight shot down I-35, about 1900 miles. Lots of corn to see on that route. soybeans, too. Seattle would be closer.

No. "OUTLAW"

Carl, Daben wasn't even an ardent desire when that song was written.

Nah, DLaing is a lib. He won't zap anything. More likely to try and reason with the spammers, and understand why they FEEL the way they do(it's a joke, Dave ) Moderating spammers is a problem, Get a grip, Goose, or -- best of luck to you.

I believe that would be me: What we have here, is failure to lubricate:

Condolences, Bob. I never fail to be saddened by the news of a man losing his cock. He had a good run, eh?

Tex has been busy. In the spirit of the holidays, I wanted to pass this along: Feliz Navidad (That's what I say after Mexican food) The "Brief Safe" I have seen many traveler money belts and safety devices in my day, but never before have I seen something quite so innovative as the Brief Safe (pictured above). This is no April Fool's joke, either. According to the promotional website, valuables can be hidden in the 4" x 10" crotch compartment of these special briefs, which include somewhat disturbing "special markings" on the lower rear portion. "Leave the 'Brief Safe' in plain view in your laundry basket," the site says, "or washing machine at home, or in your suitcase in a hotel room -- even the most hardened burgler or most curious snoop will 'skid' to a screeching halt as soon as they see them."

We're thinking the Texas market will be better served by the new Nor-hay. Rhyming with Jorge.

Steven, I am sorry to hear of your difficulty. I don't know any particulars on the parts needed for your bike. Glad to hear you finally have the parts available. I also don't know details of the warranty situation between the SF dealer and Piaggio, but I have handled over 120 waranty claims in 2006, and never had to wait for payment more than 60 days. Similar timeframe for slightly fewer claims in 2005. Warranty payment was one of the few things Piaggio was actually pretty good about, even during the warehouse/changeover nightmare. I have no special ties or buddy-buddy relationship at Piaggio. Yes, most dealers will take care of their own customer bikes first. If waiting for parts for several months, this becomes almost a moot point. Warranty has been extended by Piaggio USA in similar cases. It doesn't give you a bike to ride, but it makes up for some of the wait time.

Baver? Advena? Daneva?

What we have here is, failure to lubricate.

David, Feel free to call with questions/concerns. It is good to hear a real dealer is stepping up in La. Vespa of NO seemed lacking, and then had other troubles. Welcome to "the Guzzi way" I am of no help re the other bikes, but will happy to assist/guide as I am able with Guzzi matters. May cost you a bowl of Gumbo at next year's Swamp Scooters Rally Todd Haven Parts Manager, MPH Cycles Houston Tx 281-647-6557 todd-@-mphcycles.com

3% from the dealer on the 365 no-interest deal. Not a bad deal to move stale inventory, but he needs to figure it into price negotiations.

And, thank you. Not the place to air our differences, a few things we can all agree on.

1952 VINCENT BLACK LIGHTNING Oh says Red Molly to James "That's a fine motorbike. A girl could feel special on any such like" Says James to Red Molly "My hat's off to you It's a Vincent Black Lightning, 1952. And I've seen you at the corners and cafes it seems Red hair and black leather, my favourite colour scheme" And he pulled her on behind and down to Boxhill they did ride Oh says James to Red Molly "Here's a ring for your right hand But I'll tell you in earnest I'm a dangerous man. For I've fought with the law since I was seventeen, I robbed many a man to get my Vincent machine. Now I'm 21 years, I might make 22 And I don't mind dying, but for the love of you. And if fate should break my stride Then I'll give you my Vincent to ride" "Come down, come down, Red Molly" called Sergeant McRae "For they've taken young James Adie for armed robbery. Shotgun blast hit his chest, left nothing inside. Oh come down, Red Molly to his dying bedside" When she came to the hospital, there wasn't much left He was running out of road, he was running out of breath But he smiled to see her cry He said "I'll give you my Vincent to ride" Says James "In my opinion, there's nothing in this world Beats a 52 Vincent and a red headed girl. Now Nortons and Indians and Greeves won't do, Ah, they don't have a soul like a Vincent 52" Oh he reached for her hand and he slipped her the keys Said "I've got no further use for these. I see angels on Ariels in leather and chrome, Swooping down from heaven to carry me home" And he gave her one last kiss and died And he gave her his Vincent to ride. --Richard Thompson