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  1. Offered here is a new-in-box headlight assembly, Guzzi part number 32740510. Fits various models of V11 and Breva. Never used. These are no longer available and have been substituted. $150 plus $12 shipping in lower 48 states. email: leafman60@hotmail.com
  2. Has any industrious soul with a lot of time and ambition tried to do this ?
  3. leafman60

    Centre stand

    I had (have) one of the Teo centerstands that I fitted to my Daytona RS. I got it through Moto International. They have recently told me that they stopped importing them due to all the problems. There were two models. One was for the early V11's and one for the later. The early model was designed for the narrower rear tire used then and the later model accommodated the later wide tire fitment. I had only a few problems with mine. I'm used to having to tinker with stuff, though. I did have to fashion a shim plate and a custom anchoring link to alter the "resting" angle of the deployed stand. I also had to fabricate a lifting handle for the Daytona. There was nothing to grab. Deploying a centerstand requires downward pressure on the stand's lifting tang and upward pressure on the rear of the bike. I solved the lifting part with the handle but I wondered about not having a step-down tang on the centerstand. The little footprint piece on the bottom of the stand's legs actually proved to be adequate as a deploying tang and I used it many many times.
  4. I've seen quite a few pictures of the Scura flywheels with cracks in them. If Guzzi only made 600 or so Scura's then the problem is much higher than 2% of them. The clutch disc is a wearable item and if I owned a Scura with that flywheel, the next time the disc needed replaced the flywheel would be replaced. The problem with that flywheel is if it does go and you're moving pretty fast when it does its going to be very bad. Id inspect it but, if no cracks, put some washers on the bolt heads to spread out the stress and use it again. It works great. By the way, Ive seen many pics of the flywheel with no cracks at all. Im wondering if a few did not have the bolts properly torqued.
  5. Chuck, the speedo screw you mentioned IS glued on. Unfortunately, that was they way the instructions said to attach it. I was there when this was replaced. Guzzi did not offer or have a knob that would fit the little threaded shaft ! I intervened and had a cooperative dealer send us several knobs and none of them would fit. It is glued on but it should not be too terribly hard to break loose. Im thinking a little dab of RTV is what was used. You shoulda emailed me about some of these things !
  6. Wendel do supply this part - I've just obtained it from them but paying was a right pain - UK banks charge a lot for the Euro bank transfer. However, I also found the following solution: You should find that the angle drive that fits the back of the Borletti speedo (GU01760430) and is supplied with a C bracket is in fact identical to the 60 degree angle drive that fits the on gearbox (GU04768300) but lacks the metal insert with knurled bit required to screw it onto the gearbox. GU01760430 (instrument end part) is available from Gutsibits, is still in production and can be adapted as follows: prise out that metal insert from your knackered GU04768300 and push into GU01760430 ensuring that the input drive shaft is properly located in the slot in the nylon worm. As a result I now actually have two functional GU04768300 parts. I also replaced the speedo cable while at it and ensured the straightest possible routing to maximise lifespan of this precious fragile part. However, I don't have huge confidence: the angle drive is under quite a lot of stress from the cable friction, especially at full handlebar lock and I think I'll need both GU04768300s before long. I'll let you know. I should have a brand-new, original unused Guzzi version of this still if anyone is interested. Email me at leafman60@hotmail.com
  7. There is an old thread about this from years ago. I have done this little chore many times on both the V11 as well as the Daytona series. It's as easy as can be and takes all of 2 minutes IF you know what to do and have the right tools. What you need is an adjustable angle grease gun coupler like this : http://www.bing.com/images/search?q=grease+gun+couplers&view=detail&id=88C2723A6ECA2B6C27CCFFFE2C371A011DA5B715&first=61&FORM=IDFRIR I got mine at an Ace Hardware. They are common and not expensive. I removed that spring and the sliding collar (that holds the tip straight when you so desire). I didn't wanna permanently attach this to my gun so I bought a 1/8 pipe coupling and a male grease fitting that I attached to this coupler. Now, turn the driveshaft so that the grease fitting in the front universal joint is on top. Cock the tip of this coupler at about 45 degrees (be sure to have extra grease slathered on it to make it slip on easy). Insert the coupler from the rear of the bike and feel your way onto the grease fitting in the universal joint. Once the coupler finds the male fitting, it will snap itself onto it as you push it forward. I then attach my standard grease gun coupler to the male fitting on the rear of the adjustable coupler and pump. Be careful and dont over-pump it. Doesnt take much. Best is to watch the rubber seals expand before excess grease oozes out of the joint and stop. Once you've done this a few times, it's a piece of cake.
  8. Hey sorry. That was referring to a filter cleaning kit for the K&N filters. It sold long time ago.

    Thanks !

  9. They sure have a lot of ads out there on ebay.
  10. I guess I have been the odd man out on the Scura clutch situation. Although I have sold my Scura, I remember this internet frenzy about the clutch. I loved the stock clutch and aluminum flywheel. It was the best-performing Guzzi clutch that I'd ever used. Pull is so light and take-up is so clean. The motor revs quickly and with spunk. I loved it. I was never convinced that the clutch problems talked about were as widespread as many people believed. Yeah, some pics from europe of an exploded flywheel and holes in the engine cases are striking. However, I asked a prominent tech guy and dealer if there was ever any problems with the venerated twin-plate clutch. "Not very often" he replied but occasionally something did happen even to those he said. So, my speculation was that the incidents of single plate failures may be within some typical rate of incidents, much in the same way as with the twin-plate clutch. I just never believed that ALL single plate Guzzi clutches would grenade. I have known of a good number of them that did not. I dunno. I think if I was having trouble with my single plate Guzzi clutch, Id remove it and look things over. I'd be sure to check the bolts on the flywheel and maybe try to add some washers to the heads if they werent there. If I didn't see anything amiss, I'd bolt it all up and try again.
  11. There is a long pictorial over on Guzzitech.com about converting to another gauge.
  12. Ok guys, I have a very pristine european fairing with the more streamline headlight etc for a Daytona RS (others?). These are all stock factory parts and in "like new" appearance. Included is the fairing, the subframe (different from US version), trim and headlamp. Everything is there for converting your US-spec bike to look like the european version. These are hard to find nowadays. I will price it right for anyone interested. Please email me at leafman60@hotmail.com
  13. Offered here is a brand-new pair of K&N pod filters for a V11, part no. RU 1780, along with a oil/cleaning kit, 99-5000. Prices for these were $33.99 each for the filters and $13.99 for the oil/cleaning kit. I am offering the whole set for $50 plus continental US shipping of $12.00. leafman60@hotmail.com
  14. I have installed the Guzzi Ti system in the past. It's a good system but it does dent very easily so be careful. I highly recommend a Stucchi cross-over to go along with the Ti cans. This system sounds great. ( I still have my "titanio" kit ecu )
  15. Getting rid of a few left-over items for the V11 and Daytona. Offered here is a pair of K&N pod filters # RU1780 for Guzzi with a cleaning/oil kit. These items are brand-new, sealed in original packaging. Filters were $34 each and cleaning/oil kit about $13, $81 total. Offered here for $50 plus $10 shipping in continental US. leafman60@hotmail.com
  16. There's a much-less expensive way of having spoke wheels on a V11. I just listed a pristine pair of Cali spoke wheels in the classified section. I was going to have Buchanans lace some rims to the hubs and put the wheels on my formerly-owned Scura. Check em out and email me if you are interested. leafman60@hotmail.com
  17. Hey guys. I have a pair of very pristine late model California wheels for sale. I bought them a while back and was going to have Buchanans lace them to new rims and install them on the Scura I used to own. It's still a good idea. Anyone interested in some new-looking rims for such a conversion or anyone wanting some great back-up Cali wheels, please message me through here or at leafman60@hotmail.com
  18. I'm the guy in Alabama with the Daytona RS that sparked this thread ! lol It did sell and for the price stated. It's a bargain and that bike is a museum-quality piece. I have/had a bunch of motorcycles and several Guzzis. I sold a pristine Scura a few months ago too. I'm paring-down my collection to a more-manageable number. About the RS. Compared to the V11 series and other later model Guzzis - the Daytona is a much much much and much more visceral machine. The later bikes are much more polished and refined. However, there is nothing that provides the same reward as a spirited ride on the RS down some curvy road. You get invigorating feedback from the motor. The sound, the pulling force, the sight of the skinny red tank between your knees are all never-ending excitement on the Daytona. The added rpm range is also noticeable compared to lesser Guzzi motors. Remarkable also is the handling prowess of the RS. I had the suspension dialed-in perfectly for me and not many bikes would hold a curve as well as the RS. I have a BMW R1200S that I consider my best handling bike and the RS was very close to nipping on it's heels ! The RS has a longish wheelbase combined with clip-ons so it is certainly not twitchy but once you commit it to a line, it sticks like its on rails. Great fun is listening to the big block grumble as it muscles around and out of tight curves and twists. The Daytona RS is a great bike. Its a vanishing piece of motorcycle history and a true icon for the Guzzi marque. Time will judge it and it's owners with prosperous returns.
  19. Thought some of you boys may be interested in these too. Offered here is a pair of brand-new NOS Guzzi valve covers with guards in polished aluminum for round head engines. Will fit many Guzzi models. These are hard to find as new. Shipping quote is for lower 48 USA. Other places on request. Please see and respond to Ebay ad - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120644553874&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT STILL AVAILABLE AND LISTED ON EBAY
  20. Offered here is a pair of brand-new NOS Guzzi valve covers with guards in polished aluminum for square head engines. This includes stock application on the Stone, Bassa, Vintage, Special Sport and various EV models. They also will fit V11 models ( I had them for a Scura project), Mille GT, T5, LeMans III, LeMans 1000, SP2 and 3, California II and III . No temp sensor taps. 4225 for the pair with guards, retail is $320-350. Shipping quote is for lower 48 USA. See ad and use Buy it Now on Ebay - http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120644550706&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT STILL AVAILABLE AND LISTED ON EBAY
  21. 2003 Rossa Corsa LeMans for sale in south Alabama. Approx 15k miles, good condition. Guzzi Ti Mufflers and ECU Heated Grips Guzzi rack Bars raised 1 " Taller windscreen Recently fully serviced (fluids, valves adj) Pictures available.
  22. Did you ever get an exhaust for your Scura ??
  23. 2003 Rosso Corsa Lemans for sale by original owner. Approximately 18k miles, Guzzi Titanium mufflers with ecu. German large windshield. Bars raised 1.5 inches. Guzzi tail rack. Very good condition in south Alabama between Mobile and Pensacola FL. See attached pic, others available. $8900 251 979 4625 David or PM here.
  24. Did I read somewhere that a duplicate of the 97 Daytona headlamp (USA) is available used as oem on another bike ?? BMW ???
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