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I think you could install the 5 speed RAM kit, but you would need to also find a transmission input gear that was removed from a Scura or Tenni. I imagine some of those are available from Scura owners who went to twin-plate. Speculation... and mystery.. and... Only one way to know for sure: one of these? this has been on ebay for several months. http://www.ebay.ie/itm/NEW-Moto-Guzzi-V11-Sport-Clutch-Gear-for-single-plate-clutch-GU01211640-/272216373516

My extended rides are always accompanied by my sheep skin seat cover. By the time it flattens out it only is about 3/8" thick so not much help there. I use it for 'monkey butt'. I works wonders for comfort, and makes the prostate happier. The wool sheds water very well, and provides ventilation for hot days.

I wish I understood this better. me too!

It's my understanding the only difference in the 5spd kit and the 6spd kit is the clutch gear, or hub. The hub that comes with the 6spd kit is the same as the one in our single plate bikes. Tenni, Scura, Rosso Mandello. "theoretically" you can install the 5spd kit using your clutch gear. Scud has more info to share I'm sure.

Continuity from Fuse 5 to Relay#2, then? yes, relay 2 to fuse 5 outboards shows .5 ohms

02 LM - build 11/2001 no continuity

I used a handlebar conversion on my BMW K1200RS from Speigler using LSL parts. Not sure who makes them now. It was great stuff. My problem was regretting changing the angles, which caused annoying wrist and fore arm pain, as well as a whole new way of piloting. I changed it back. BMW had adjustable clip ons with a similar downward angle to the Goose. I like that. Even with bringing them up... I want that down angle for comfort.

Superb documentation and journalism sir! Well done. Great ride in the veil of Heaven. Whitesville is a short jaunt for me as well, through Indiana's best ground. I can lunch at The Overlook http://www.theoverlook.com/upload/vault/1/overlook_menu.pdfIn Leavenworth IN., on fried chicken, and dally around till dinner by Moonlight. Some great shots there, as usual. Beautiful home, rig, and ride. I am blasphemously entranced however, by Dennis' RS! A sweetheart. Inspirational and inviting. Thanks

that's who I got my GEI's from. easy to deal with.

welcome SteveO! nice bike. tiny pic

Prior to replacing all with Omron, (no failures yet- low use) I used GEI. I had 1 (#5) fail with about 600 mi usage. They are sealed and I believe I got them from a forum member or link. My other failure, also #5, was a Siemens. Another forum member, bikeseamus, here in Indiana, gave much praise to Panasonic. If I ever get low (lol I have a dozen or more GEI and Omron) I will try them. I met bikeseamus a couple years ago at a vintage meet. He rode in on the only other V11 LM I've seen in Indiana. A nice Rosso Corsa. I seem to recall him saying it once belonged to another Hoosier. Maybe Chuck?

hmmm... what's the weather like in socal in Sept? "another lovely f#*@ing day" no doubt. seems like it should be had when the weather is crap back here.. right? ... Scud?

here's a little pretty... https://www.cycletrader.com/dealers/Freedom-Euro-Cycle-3018908/listing/2003-Moto-Guzzi-V11-LE-MANS-120539176

$4k for a lo mile good condition '02 is a good deal. Especially if you have some confidence in the ownership, and it's nearby. You won't be "stealing" it but it's a fair price. The bubbled paint on an '02 is not a big deal. Easy to correct, or better yet, forget about. You will be somewhat lucky to find an equal condition '03-'04 for anywhere near that. It could happen though, so good luck.

that is amazing, but it's time to retire it.

my thoughts exactly.

I'd be tempted to give them a good waterproofing like NikWax or comparable. See if that darkens it some.

The rearward angle and the downward angle won't change with the MPH. That is a plus for my grip style and feel. Only upward and rearward distance changes... for the better IMO. I think you'll be pleased with them. Let us know your impressions.

push the mutilated carcass over on a mattress and finish disemboweling in comfort.

yes indeed it is time. I took advantage of the sale at HF and got a new lift. Have not even put it together. Will do this Sat. Bike goes on and then I can start looking at it. God knows how long this job will take. Never done anything this involved on a bike I liked so much. Was there a difference in actuating rod length? Any other odd ball install niggles? Tell me it was a swap and go. Yes I will borrow special tools if needed please... Scura - Tenni talk yup

that is fantastic! can't wait for the reviews

#5 has failed me twice. both times after hot run, shut off, and restart (attempt) after 10-15 min. Not Omrons. Both times, thanks to this site, I had extras with me.

Yes everyone Should have a 4wd truck! My keep forever Sierra Denali was t-boned this past spring and I was in a crunch to replace it, so I bought the ex-wifes 2010 Jeep Commander. I want to keep it (it's a Hemi:)), but need another truck. I like the idea of an older, good condition Ford. Like yours Scud, but not a crew cab (just me). Did you say that was a 7.3 Diesel? Manual Trans? I respect your research and would be curious of your motor choice considerations. Motor is everything with a truck choice imo. I had a 2000 7.3 f250 auto, and liked the torque but not the giddy-up, or the fuel mileage.

Wow,. were they touring or is that where they live? I saw BAT 7 hanging in a guy's shop in South Bend IN in 1988. Yes, Hanging! Friend of a friend. He finally sold it years later to someone in California, where it was restored. I'd LOVE to see them in person.

that video is funnnnny the exhaust is ridiculous.