Guest Bruce Posted June 14, 2006 Share Posted June 14, 2006 Better you should read it here first. Due to deteriorating hip joints my aging carcass can no longer handle the riding position of the V11 so its time to move on. Even with the convertibars, footpeg kit and lots of Advil I'm good for about 40 miles. I'd prefer the bike go to an enthusiast rather than the eBay/wholesaler route and can be motivated accordingly. A trade might be possible for, you know, an old man bike- smaller, slower and a more upright riding position - and am assuming its some where in New York/New England area. Finally, and more importantly, I'd like to thank everyone for the technical help, words of encouragement, and good cheer. You don't know how much its all helped. This is a great forum. Thanks Again Bruce Oh, and I just looked at my ad and see I screwed the picture up. I'll work on it, I am better with e-mail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldini Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 ...so its time to move on... Best of luck Bruce KB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonio carroccio Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 ...even without a Guzzi, always a Guzzista!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Due to deteriorating hip joints my aging carcass can no longer handle the riding position of the V11 so its time to move on. 92126[/snapback] Nevada? Breva 750? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbdicker Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Yah, I was thinking breva too. RIDE THE MARQUE!! You'll never be happy with another once that v-twin sound is in your head. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Werner Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 At 66, I totally empathize with you. My Rosso seems to get more uncomfortable each year. My distance riding is now an R1150RT but at one point I even considered a side car rig. Maybe a Norge or the smaller Breva would be a good alternative. At any rate, best of luck with whatever you choose and don't leave this board. Ralph Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete roper Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 '03/04 EV's are cheap as chips due to the problems, (Now sorted.) with the Hydro motor and the clutches. Thing is that the Hydro motor IS magnificent, I love the Hydro's. You could pick one up for not a lot and while it's a *different* ride to the V11 it still has oodles of all the things that make a Guzzi fun but it's also comfortable for us of a more decrepit nature and can carry everything you're ever likely to need. They also handle surprisingly well! Alternatively, you could try a Breva or Griso. I'm not a fan of the 'Dog Shagging a Hockeyball' riding position, never have been, but my Griso offers me an upright riding position AND the ability to go really silly in the bends. It may look radical but don't discount it till you've ridden one! Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Yep one of the Jackal / Stone derivatives like mine is woth consideration. Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest jasper Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 'Dog Shagging a Hockeyball' Pete 92206[/snapback] LOL!! Ciao jap! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
badmotogoozer Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 I'm not a fan of the 'Dog Shagging a Hockeyball' riding position, Pete 92206[/snapback] My dog (black lab) actually does this... well he tries anyway... Rj Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Funny. Now I have the Buell, when I get on the V11 I feel upright and comfortable. I therefore prescribe a Ducati "Paul Smart" as therapy. 2 hours riding that a week and your V11 will feel like an RT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted June 15, 2006 Share Posted June 15, 2006 Aye well y'see it is all comparative, innit? If you are used to sleeping on a flight of stairs a landing is bliss! Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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