JBBenson
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I have a complete set of early red frame clip-ons, 54mm, as well as a set of 54mm Woodcraft clip-ons with a 2” rise, which is slightly less than stock. Also an OEM top yoke. In Atlanta. PM if interested.
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Any good hardware store would have something that could work. Otherwise, use a short button-head bolt to plug it.
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Having used both the OEM plastic and the all-brass "upgrade", I can say my 2000 Sport runs better with the plastic one.
Theory is, that the brass retains heat too long and makes the ECU adjustments lag slightly behind actual conditions, leading to poor running.
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3 minutes ago, swooshdave said:
Yeah, if your peacock takes a dump you can put a manual one in.
Ah, I misunderstood. I do have the manual petcock, I understood the ad as the bike having a standard petcock, with reserve.
My mistake. I can still dream.
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On 7/9/2019 at 1:01 PM, Paradiso said:
Maybe check the throttle cable on the left hand side. It can come off the (semi ) circular cam.
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This is a good idea...
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Ad says “manual petcock conversion”....anybody know about this?
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Start with basic tune-up.
If the bike was running fine before, it's more like a checklist. Check all fuses and relays as well. Is the battery fully charged, and holding a charge? Don't laugh, a weak battery can cause very weird symptoms that make no sense, and yes, this can appear suddenly. A weak battery can show what's looks like healthy voltage, but not under load or running conditions.
It could be the crank sensor, as mentioned above, or the TPS got moved somehow. Doubt it's the fuel pump, they tend to fail slowly.
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Well they have the above-mentioned transmission kit, and an engine kit:
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I have asked the seller if they have, or can make, a complete set. Will advise.
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I plan on doing this soon. Since you all are probably more obsessive I am, I'm looking for a list of sizes and counts of all hex-head bolts, so I can order them all at once.
I can, of course, estimate this myself, but looking for a shortcut......is there one?
Scud? Docc?
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Yeah, I did it.
I put baby in a corner.....of her new garage!
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Who here has a Norge 8v? Do you like it? Hate it? Although rare, they seem like cool sport tourers. Good used ones are getting pretty cheap. I assume they share engine and drivetrain parts (incl ECU?) with other 1200 8v models, right?
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Condition your new battery first before looking for other issues. Get an approved charger and cycle it a few times (search for Docc’s thread about battery conditioning).
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I have the top triple from this bike....it had original holes for handlebars, so I got it when I converted my Sport, so I wouldn't have to drill mine. You can see its non-original, as it's painted black.
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I'll take a couple too if a batch is ordered....
J.
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The Centauro is cool, looks nice in blue. The Norge is a 2007, so 2 valve motor....same with the Griso
https://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/mcy/d/augusta-3-moto-guzzis/6860652473.html
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36 minutes ago, Chuck said:
Ear plugs are a necessity. Period. The wind noise alone will damage your hearing. Trust me on this..
Good point. Yes, earplugs.
I wear Surefire EP4's and carry a spare pair in my bag. Riding with earplugs reduces fatigue on longer rides, too.
It's amazing, after getting used to riding with them, how loud it is without them.
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Stretch jeans, leather jacket, A pair of Dainese brown boots, (I prefer gear that looks like normal clothes) Hi-Viz yellow Schubert C3 and a Hit-Air vest.
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Yep, “stubby” hex wrench gets in there (stubby hex wrenches are really helpful). It also helps to tilt the battery a little bit (to provide some room) until the threads bite.
Piece of inner tube is a good idea. Putting these 90 adapters on with the hex wrench, I did make a little fireworks show by accident...
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Installed a new regulator that I got from Guzzitech. I like to replace old, iffy parts before they leave me stranded.
Also installed 90 degree adapters on the battery so I had something easier to put clamps on if needed.....I carry a little jump starter battery with me in my tank bag. It’s already saved my ass once.
Did a quick 40 mile rounder through the west part of Atlanta.
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Since you are able to shift into all gears, it's most likely the linkage. Close to zero chance that you have transmission issues.
The Motratech foot controls probably required changing the geometry of the shift mechanism, so you need to go back to the original configuration and angle.
I don't have a photo of stock shift linkage, (and mine isn't stock anyway) but try Googling to find some images.
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