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Looks like a fun project. At least there's a hammer in the picture. That makes it OK.

FWIW - The 75th Anniversary California featured different paint and a number badge http://www.motoguzzicalifornia.com/2010/03/california-anniversary/ The Centauro was a new model for 75th Anniversary http://www.motorcycle.com/manufacturer/first-impression-1997-moto-guzzi-v10-centauro-18665.html

Hmmm... after some more investigation on the above links, I'm getting tempted. Lighter, more reliable, smoother idle... Straight cut gears are more efficient and noisier than spur-cut. All for US$350 two months from now - about when I'll be due for service. But for $40 I just get some peace of mind - no bonus gear-head noises. I would also be interested to know if there is a source for the all steel gears - or if the steel crank gear with aluminum following gear setup is OK. Here's an article on the "back-story" and how to install the gears (was a sub-link from Gutsibits). Edit: The article at the link above contains this sentence: "Owners of 1100's (and I suspect all fuel injected models) are stuck with installing another timing chain, as the gears will bind on castings inside the crankcase." The MGCycle part does not include V11 Sports in the list of appropriate bikes. The Gutsibits site says it will fit V11 Sports.

Interesting discussion. As for my situation: I have a low-mileage bike, but I am all for replacing known weak links before they become problems. I have a very slow leak in the timing cover - so I'll be in there pretty soon anyway to replace the gasket. I don't think I need the precision of gears for my riding style - but If I ever wear out a chain, I'd consider replacing it with gears at that time. MG cycle has an aftermarket tensioner for less than $40.00, but their website does not identify the manufacturer. http://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=68_126&products_id=347 Is this the Stucchi unit (or similar)?

That was a fantastic interview. A real glimpse into the history of the company, it's machines, the racing legacy, the town, and more. His stories about Omobono Tenni are incredible. Carcano's suggestion for the diesel engine makes sense - as does his suggestion to go after the fleet markets with it. Those practical ideas appear (based on the interview) to have been shared with current Guzzi management. For the consumer market, a real world-touring, diesel-powered, adventure machine would usher in the next 100 years, not simply recall the last 100 years. And imagine the torque... that'd be one stump-pullin' tractor. And the range... especially considering that it's safer to carry diesel than gas in auxiliary saddlebag tanks. Cape Town to Cairo anyone? On a fleet of diesel Stelvios? For fanciful ideas - how about a brand new 1000cc V8 that recalls that shining moment from history, but ushers in a new performance standard? Maybe something with a bulbous, frame-mounted fairing and no passenger pegs? Perhaps in Tenni colors?

I hope I have not confused the issue. This thread started about the TPS Breakout Harness, which seemed like such a good idea that I bought one right away (for future use). Then the OBD thing came up... and I had picked up one of those recently from reading a different thread (also for future use). It looks like I will need a 3rd cable to connect my OBD to my computer. I have not used any of the cables or software yet. I defer to whoever has experience.

Funny, while you were doing that, I raided the "box of stuff that fell off" and took this picture. So yeah - everything comes out. Now you just have to trim your new parts down to size so they will slide by the threads that remain in the bar-ends. I had to reduce the rubber compression fittings on the Napoleons so much that I worried if they would hold. But they are holding extremely well. Do you have your new mirrors already? What did you decide on?

BMW is coming up on 100 years too - right after Moto Guzzi. But BMW can't claim "uninterrupted production" because they missed a few years following WWII. I've had two BMWs, and currently have a Husqvarna and a Moto Guzzi, three of the four oldest remaining motorcycle manufacturers. It just seems to me that a 100 year anniversary should merit more than a set of stickers or chrome badges. A retro dirt bike doesn't make much sense (I mean a real dirt bike; Scramblers excepted), and a retro-styled Harley... (well really, how could you tell?) It seems to me that Moto Guzzi (and BMW) could do better with their 100 year anniversaries than Harley and Husky did. If you feel like doing a bunch of reading, here are the Wikipedia links to the four companies' histories: Moto Guzzi Husqvarna BMW Harley Davidson

I'm not the genie and I have no insider information - just a curious observer. See Dr. Freud for wish-fulfillment - but I think you might already be an ambassador for the marque.

I removed the stock insert (the weight), but did not remove or modify the threads inside the bar ends. There's some more discussion and detail about the Napoleon mirrors in Brand New Scura, especially post #40. Since the Napoleons have rubber inserts, they conformed to the threads and I assume that I will be able to revert to stock if I ever want to. I guess that mirrors with metal inserts are even more difficult to install. I don't know if the threads inside bars are removable.

While I would prefer not to disturb the Spirit of Radio, the ECU information seals it for me, thanks.

What will the 100th Anniversary models be? Given that Moto Guzzi was founded on March 15, 1921, they've got a little more time. As far as I know, only two other motorcycle manufacturers have made it for 100 years. Harley Davidson and Husqvarna. Both of them (like MG) have seen other owners/investors over the years and weathered financial insolvency. The 100 year Husqvarnas came with a different set of stickers. The 100 year Harley Davidsons mostly used special chrome badges to distinguish the models. What do you think Moto Guzzi will do for their centennial? What do you hope they will do? Feel free to speculate and wish for impossible things.

I like your approach to this - cleaning up the look AND improving visibility and safety. I already followed you on the M-Stop and am looking forward to see how you're doing everything else. As for pics, I agree with both posts above - and there's a topic on how to post pics in "Motha of all V11 forums..." I'm trying to use images as follows: Photo-bucket for non-essentials - like gratuitous pics of my bike in beautiful places. (Now I want to ride to Bodie so I can take a picture like KiwiRoy's.) Attach/Insert files for pics of problems, solutions, documentation, examples, etc. that people might want to use for something. When you're posting, click "more reply options" then you'll see a "choose files" button under "attach files." FYI - this option has a storage limit per person. To prep photos for attachment, I use iPhoto on a Mac, which allows choice of both quality (resolution) and size (dimensions). I've found that low to medium quality and medium to large size works well - the post shows a thumbnail that, when clicked, expands enough to be useful.

Thanks.

MG will ship US mail for a fair price if you ask. To save shipping try to anticipate everything you want all in one order. How do I know? $20 per wire. While not cheap, at least it's not obscene, and at least they're red and look cool. Just be glad it's a V-twin, not a V-8. While were talking plug wires... Mine still has the original wires, but still less than 4,000 miles (and all of those miles in the last few months). It runs fine, but should I replace the wires just because of age? I'm going to do a thorough service at 5,000 and try my hand at TPS and other voodoo.

I started with the Fileshare section on this forum (lots of goodies there). Here is the direct link to the parts catalog (scroll to the bottom).

Sweetness! Keep us posted as you get it sorted out. Looks like you are already into the front brakes. I spy an aftermarket Napoleon bar-end mirror on the left.

Here's how: Find your clip on YouTube, right click and select "get embed code." Then copy the code from the pop-up window. Return to this site, and in your post, do the following: Write whatever you want first. Then click the Special BBCode icon (left of the font selection box) Choose Media from the drop-down list Paste the embed code in the URL box and click OK Check the "Enable HTML" box on your post - notice that it appears to turn into a whole bunch of random letters and symbols Then click Post Delete & Repeat as necessary till it actually works... the first one took me a while.

Rory.

My Angel GTs are performing well, but for some reason the rear is wearing down faster than the front. A Cycle Gear catalog showed up today with a sale on Bridgestone BT-016 Pro: a 120/70ZR-17 paired with a 180/55ZR-17. $180 for both tires (after $40 rebate available only during March). These are described as a sport tire that borders on sport-touring. So probably a little stickier (and faster wearing) than the Angels. Has anybody run these on a V11?

I like the older Rush, but had not heard the song you posted - nice one! Here is Numb, by Gary Clark, Jr. - a recent favorite of mine. BTW - How do you embed the play window? edited after I figured out how to embed.

A Fiat cable was referenced in another thread (don't recall where). I bought one for $10 from Amazon - but I have not tried it out yet. At least one Amazon review mentioned using it on a Moto Guzzi, but in line with another cable/adapter to make it fit a USB port. Looks I need to buy one more piece of wire before I play with it.

Thanks. I just ordered the M-Stop unit - smaller, easier to wire in, and more adjustable. In my search, I also stumbled upon these Rupse license plate lights that double as the license plate bolts. It looks like the plate light you selected is a small bar above the plate. These bolt-lights might be worth a look.

This thread got me thinking about lighting and safety - thanks. I found this kit that converts stock turn signals into additional running lights and brake lights by adding dual-brightness red LEDs inside the stock turn signal housings. It says it works with 1156 or 1073 signal bulbs. I just pulled a bulb, it's an Osram 5008, which appears to have the same connectors as the 1156. Also interested in a flasher for the brake light, such as the unit by BackOff. Has anybody installed either of these products or something similar?

I turned the screws a lot more carefully after I broke one... those little buggers are fragile.