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    Valeo Starters

    in Technical Topics

    Posted

    Interesting. Is Valeo the mfg of starter that comes standard on our bikes?

    Valeo is the OEM brand starter.  There are also permanent magnets on the stator (of the motor), and they are known to become un-glued, smash into the armature, and basically leave the starter useless.  It happened to my low-mileage V11 Lemans.

     

    I bought a "brand  x" starter from DB Electrical.  It's been working great for the past 10,000 miles (way more than the Valeo!).

    WTB: IAW 15M ECU

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    Hey there Stick,

         While browsing yesterday I came across this one, might work, dunno.

     

         https://www.ebay.com/itm/1999-Ducati-750-Super-Sport-1-5M-ECU-28640201A-computer-brand-new-in-the-box/173217351061?hash=item28548f0595:g:1R4AAOSwho1aqbL1

     

         Paul B

     

    Hi Paul,Thanks for the find. Unfortunately, the -A01 would not be "plug-in" compatible for my Son'sbike. Something about the -A08 being different - side stand interlock & such.Also, my boy got a bit engaged in his need to fix the bike. I had him go to a local autostore for the large 40A fuse, and he also bought the routine-sized ones -- for spares.Then he saw the labeling on his fuse box. Saw one that said "Injection 7.5A".He replaced it, and the bike started! So he's out of the woods (and he knows where his fusebox is now!). Stick

    WTB: IAW 15M ECU

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    Need a IAW 15M ECU.  Son needs one for his Ducati.

    I assume, with the correct MAP installed, that any 15M ECU will work.

     

    Further responses from my Ducati "experts" say that I need a IAW 15M A8

    The A8 is a specific variant...

     

    Price with shipping, please?   To Zip   01721

     

    Stick

    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans 18Kmi - $4900 (Ashland, MA))

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    Well, I just texted Charles-Louis, asked him how did he like Niagara Falls -- He texted me right back and said "I am here right now !!".

     

    So he phoned me, asked how did I know?  I told him I forgot to mention that I have a tracking device installed...

    Total BS, it was a joke, and I just guessed that he might have been there by now...(2 days from Natic, MA).

     

    He is absolutely loving the bike and the attention it is getting along his journey.

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    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans 18Kmi - $4900 (Ashland, MA))

    in Personal Ads

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    Well, You gents are WAY TOO SLOW !

     

    SOLD !!  To a fine crazy man from Switzerland.  He is in the USA as of yesterday.  Had supper with him and my GF.

    This gent, Charles, is going to be tossing a leg over his Lemans, and heading to the left coast.  He's taking a couple of months to tour the USA. 

     

    Crazy me, made a visit to VT on Monday to obtain a VT registration in his name.  Sounds weird, but you do not need to be a resident of VT to get a VT registration!   So, $174 dollars later, I was holding a green VT plate.  $48 reg. the rest was sales tax. 

     

    The other weird thing was that they needed to do a VIN check, so I drove the Lemans up there so that could be done. 

    Go to the VT RMV web site and read the rules/requirements.

    http://dmv.vermont.gov/document/verification-of-vin-hin

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    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans 18Kmi - $4900 (Ashland, MA))

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

     New, lower price.  Was $5200. now $4900  Closer to 18K miles now - still having fun with her.

     

    She's that beautiful deep candy red color - the fastest !     :grin:

     

    I finally placed her on eBay:

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/2002-Moto-Guzzi-V11-Lemans/253566577545?hash=item3b09beeb89:g:FO0AAOSwEg1a1UtQ&vxp=mtr

     

    And CL:

    https://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/mcy/d/2002-moto-guzzi-v11-lemanskmi/6562543012.html

     

    So hurry up 'n buy her!

     

    Best pics/details are here:

    http://www.ducati.ms/forums/128-bikes/673586-2002-moto-guzzi-v11-lemans-5200-17kmi.html

     

    Stick

     

     

     

     

     

    Battery light flicker

    in Technical Topics

    Posted

    Just FYI:  My 2002 Lemans had a RR that would just make 12.5V at the battery with it revved over idle. It wasn't an issue until I took a 100 mile ride with friends one morning.  After lunch, no re-start.  Jumper cables dfrom a friend's bike got me running again, and the alternator had enough to keep the bike going, just not enough to make the AGM battery happy. 

     

    So I worked my way thru alternator.  Stator put out a healthy voltage, even when I applied a few amp load to the stator (same AC voltage - no sag). 

     

    So after adding a quality gnd. to the RR, and no improvement, I decided to replace the RR.  I used a newer 3-phase RR from a Ducati.

    Normally, this is able to handle 520W from the 3-phase stator on a DUC.  So I used 2 of the yellow wires, taped the 3rd one off.  Ran a dedicated 12 AWG pair of wires back to the battery. I figured that 2-pair of diodes/FETS in the RR should handle the 350W stator on the Goose.  I was correct, as I've had it running the bike now for a couple of years, AND I've tested it with my heated jacket and gloves, representing an additional 120W on top of what's needed to run the bike and high beam.  BTW, the RR always stays cool to the touch...go figure.

     

    She's VERY happy now at 14.1VDC at the battery, above idle.  Also note that I never grounded the newer RR.  No need for it.  Also no "sensing" craptastic sense line via the headlamp.  Also, no indicator light on the dash panel - no need for it, either-read on...

     

    I use an Escort 8500 X50 radar detector, on  my tank bag, so it's on any one of my bikes.  It has a voltmeter function, so I can glance at it to see the charging voltage at any given instant.    And it keeps me out of trouble when i have a happy right wrist!

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    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans $5200 17Kmi

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    Beautifully equipped bike. I'm probably lucky you're 8 hours away or I'd likely be makeing room in my garage. : )

    Hi WEC,

     

    Thanks for the complement, and yes, it's still available.  I have it advertised on CL locally, and in NW CT.  I've had some interested parties, just nobody coming with cash just yet.  Lots of offers to "help sell it"!  

     

    I had a champagne colored 2002 Lemans and when this one popped up FS a few years ago, I thought it was not only better looking, but it  "was like getting a new bike" with the low miles. ( I bought it w/ around 8K miles).   She is a blast to ride.  I just have too many toys at the moment...

    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans $5200 17Kmi

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    Thank, Roy.  She's the only reason I sold my other 2002 Lemans!  it was champagne color, 60+ K mi, and this one really pops.

    They both ran/run equally well, this one just a tad better.  The other one had a bit of play in the RH TB shaft.  Not sure if that had anything to do with the occasional "hiccup".   This red one very rarely stumbles.

     

    My last zesty run to NW CT and back this week got me 44 mpg.  It seems the faster you run these Italian machines, the better the gas consumption?   This includes the Ducatis that I've owned...

    2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Lemans $5200 17Kmi

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

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    Shrunk my pics, but still having trouble uploading. 

    CL ad is only good for 7 days...it's been refreshed.

     

    Low miles, great running, adult owned M.Guzzi Lemans. Sharp looking, FI, 1100cc 90 degree V engine with a broad torque curve - it pulls strong from even low rpms. 6 Speed tranny. Very nice shape, runs great, recent tires, recent oil change (synthetic). Anyone that's familiar with these know they run forever, and simple, easy access valve lash adjustments using normal tools and a feeler gauge. Guaranteed to turn heads, since you don't often see these.

    Some options: Laminair Lip;
    Aftermarket, fully adjustable bars;
    hard side bags, easily removable;
    factory and aftermarket exhaust (Mistral mufflers);
    Mistral crossover pipe
    White Power rear shock
    New tires this year

    Call Mike at 5 oh 8 3 four zero 928 two

    Breaking 2002 V11 LeMans

    in Personal Ads

    Posted

    I am about to break a 2002 V11 LeMans.  The bike is not damaged as far as I can see.  All parts are available except as described below.

     

    I am keeping the....drive chain.....

     

    Ya think he should be knowin' his goose better.... :grin:

    "Hot" Relay?

    in Technical Topics

    Posted

     InfraRed  temperature readings with the new high capacity G8HE relays:

               New Relay           (previous 9 year old G8HN OMRON)

    #1             88ºF                                  115ºF

    #2           112º                                    115º

    #3             96º (and rising while in neutral)

    #4           114º                                    125º

    #5           138º                                    147º

     

     

    (Again, my headlights do not run through the front relays as on factory wired early Sports.)

     

    I suppose we could conclude that Relay#5 runs a good 20ºF/7ºC hotter than  #4. Yeah, you can feel that difference without putting your lips on it. :huh:

     

    A "weaker" relay in the #5 position could, theoretically, get even hotter.

     

    Hey Docc,

    Thanks for taking this to a personal level.  I had though it was a bit odd when I started the thread, and it seems like "they all do it".

     

    And you a VERY correct in saying that a cooler running relay is better.  Switches, connectors, and wiring in general are NOT supposed to get warm or hot.  It indicates that either the limit of the device (or wire) is being approached, or you have a plain old "bad connection".  

     

    The only wiring I want to see warm are my grip heaters, or electric heated clothing!

     

    Stick

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