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  1. I always wondered what a red/grey would look like painted completely with that truly gorgeous candy red. Nice. Now it needs shiny mufflers. You're running low on V11's these days, aren't you Tim?
  2. you don't see the similarities? flyscreen .. Ohlins... dark Cafe Sport- '04 leaves behind the '02 troubles. Much better deal
  3. all Scura goodness, no Scura problems https://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/d/austin-2004-moto-guzzi-v11-cafe-sport/6914313875.html
  4. from encyclopedia of compatible parts, Stainless Steel Bolt Kit page 2,... scroll
  5. you are allowed to post your stuff for sale in classifieds too.
  6. age gots nothing to do with it.... I started out with standards and moved to cruisers early on. lotta years, but no more interest, not since the LM. I got the itch once but passed. Good luck with friend!
  7. If you have a bike (s) you're happy with... take your time. Contrary to my usual M.O., this time I made a list of priorities. #1 weight - no more 500# bikes for me. #2 a twin - power and sound. #3 ergos - standard or upright position. #4 reliability - I already own 2 Guzzi's #5 looks - must have garage appeal. a Hypermotard/Hyperstrada ('13-'18) is in my future, soon as I find the right one. Like I've told my doubting friends, just because it's marketed as a hooligan bike, doesn't mean I have to ride it like that. It's just a big dirt bike... for the street.
  8. Hi Bill, I assume you mean one pair 'high' mount? as in, the ones that come with the Ti muffler kit, which are also the stock hangers from the earlier 1100 Sporti. & "Spot"
  9. Your pics don't come through for me
  10. Thanks docc. I wanted this book some time ago and it slipped my mind (as so many things do). I just ordered the 3rd edition, which claims to catch up on modern models. We shall see. I would like to know more of the V11 concept drama from inception to early models. As well as where is this prototype? Industry Reviews (3rd ed) This latest edition brings us bang up to date with the inclusion of the V85 concept seen in Milan in 2017. This is not a model-by-model exposition of the marque but is presented in the form of chapters representing either an era or an iconic model from the Mandello factory. Thus, the author covers the early days, racing success, the V7 and derivatives, while the Le mans and the Dr John machines get a chapter each. There is a wealth of information here for anyone interested in Moto Guzzi. The financial state of the company as it went from owner to owner and the story of the V8 racer are especially interesting. I was surprised by how many historical nuggets were to be found and there are plenty of pictures. This would make a grand gift for anyone who has recently acquired a Guzzi. Ot treat yourself. - Gambalunga. It is an excellent read and bang up to date, covering the still to be released V85 Adventure bike and with features on models and production details from 1921 to 2018. Virtually every question you could have about Guzzi's is answered. Whatever model you own you will enjoy this book. -Guzzi Parlante. As with all of their updates of older marque histories they have taken the original work first published in 1998 and modernised it, improving pictures and text where necessary without destroying the original factual tome. Just short of 300 pages it brings the story up to date and include all of this year's models. All the history is documented in the well-laid out and heavily illustrated pages, including information on their racing success during the 1930s, and then the 1950s when they dominated 250 and 350cc Grand Prix racing. Given the time span between the various updates, I would recommend any Guzzi aficionado to get a copy of this latest work in order to be ready to celebrate their centennial in a few years' time. - Ian Kerr. This book hits the coffee table with a real thud, and in it Ian Falloon successfully takes on the ominous task of telling the entire story of Moto Guzzi from its beginnings in 1921 right up to the present day. - Old Bike Mart. I yield my time back to the good gentlemen posting Guzzi girl pics
  11. Thanks Joe, Nice site. As an aside, do you have any idea where this bike is, or any further info? I believe it's the V11 Sport prototype. There seems too little interest in recording history of the Sport LeMans era '99 to '05.
  12. Sorry for the bump on this... a victim of doublethink. It is still for sale. Carefully packaged in original box. For ship cost reference.. USPS quote to MI is only $13. !
  13. cool road mate. ...video goes aerial @ 2:29 showing some beautiful countryside
  14. Thanks Docc, I will give it a shot. I have the technology!
  15. Any further conclusions here? I've been running an open BMC filter, and want to get it covered up.. but not "stock". I'm stoked to do this mod.. bigger - better??
  16. come on up for the Raid. Ride with us. We have all weekend ... I mean
  17. I was looking into one. My dealer put me off it. They were very proud that their allotment was sold before arrival. They had no interest in getting me on a list, notifying me so I might just look at a sold one when they arrived, or taking my name and number for a possible future sale. I could travel farther to do so, but I don't much care anymore to compete to buy. BTDT, and it's too new to find a used one. A dealer with the upper hand is quite unnerving. That said, I think it's likely a great bike. Definitely in a class I'm in to. Maybe in a couple years I'll have another look, ... but there may be something better by then.
  18. Crossover is NOT sold thanks
  19. This was on my LM for a couple years, not a lot of miles. No dents, scrapes, or cracks. I cleaned it (shiny spots) some to be sure. It's some burned oil darkening it. Otherwise fine shape. The Ferracci version has no center frame hang point, just mounts to head pipes and cans. $200.. plus ship, Thanks. Paypal 'friends and family' please.
  20. When tasked with re-doing my '02 motor, I opted for a satin finish non-wrinkle paint, ie; Ford engine paint. The wrinkle finishes require heat to wrinkle. Didn't want to bake my motor, or mess with trying out other options. I used rattle cans, high heat paint and primer. Not the hardest finish, but works for me. Looks great.
  21. My fav's were the fantastic Indian, and the BSA at the end. Thanks for posting.
  22. actually, the one' (s) to have ... is one of each!
  23. Always a good feeling when the gremlins are defeated, even vicariously.
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