joe camarda Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 By way of re-introduction I was a fairly active member (Member #25) up until about a year ago when I got this woody for a Multistrada. So I sold my V11 Sport, see here http://www.v11lemans.com/gallery/details.php?image_id=314 and bought a MTS 620. Well, while I was at Laguna Seca (Moto GP) I saw a red V11 LeMans on Cannery Row (I think it had WA, AZ or OR plates) and I complimented the rider...and I got to thinking (like skating on thin ice) about how much I miss my V11. So I've posted in the classifieds, see here: http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=8583 to trade my MTS for a V11. I know I'll take flack and grief from a lot of you about why anyone would want to give up their Sport/Scura/Lemans for a Multistrada...but heck. I'm thick skinned...so have at it ................ . The MTS is set up very nicely for one-up sport-touring and commuting, but as good as it is...and it is very good, it just isnt a V11. So I'm kinda "testing the water" to see if I should sell, trade or keep. BTW, the bike is a 2006 model, located in Modesto, California, USA. Title is clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Well, Joe. Only you can tell how much each bike appeals to you. My opinion for what it is worth, is that whilst Ducatis are cracking bikes to ride...I wouldn't want to own one. Another negative of late is they have gone to really quirky styling, 'Classics' excepted. I went away from Guzzi for about ten years, trying diferent bikes, but I came back to them, because of their basic robustness and they are like big boys meccano to work on! Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve G. Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Joe. While a Multi strada probably has an advantage in the corners [guaranteed I think] the old air cooled lump M.G. do have a strange draw don't they? Ciao, Steve G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Gil Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Well of course we missed you Joe...but hell man, we knew you'd be back. NOBODY quits Guzzi. You were just "Doin' yer own thing in yer own time man."...my favorite "Easy Rider" quote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Werner Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Joe. Remember this swap? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Nogbad Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 The OBVIOUS answer to your dilemma is simply to keep the MTS and get another V11....... Problem? What problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twhitaker Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 You were gone? I have a friend who bought a Duc a couple years ago. After spending a LOT of money on a shoddy tune up he hauled it to FBF for a proper tune up and quickly sold it before he needed to throw any more money at it. He bought a Beemer 'Flying Couch' from his father who apparently wasn't large enough to comfrotably handle the behemoth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe camarda Posted August 4, 2006 Author Share Posted August 4, 2006 U guys are killin' me BTW Ralph, I'll need to repo' those wheels There is no problem with the Ducati either in terms of maintainance, service or anything. My dealer, Modesto Ducati treats me like royalty for a number of (undeserved) reasons and they are great in every way. I've tried, hinted actually, to get them to take on MG but they would have none of it... Here's a tease Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Werner Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 BTW Ralph, I'll need to repo' those wheels You'll never get past my attack Labrador (unless, of course, she gets a cookie) BTW - That Duck looks like it would be a blast to ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard100t Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Theres a comparison of the multistrada & the v strom in this months cycle world. Dont read it if you're a Duck fan lol. OtOh they had a wonderful write up of the new Norge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
docc Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Joe! It's touching that you would rejoin the ranks. I know where you might find a verrrry nice '03 Lemans all black. I'm pretty sure you can even count on a ride from Nashville airport. Then again you may be able to find a traitor, er, I mean a trader here on the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimbemotumbo Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 Welcome back Joe. Remember this swap? Hey Ralph - I ended up with that red tail section. Some day, all guzzisti bikes will be wearing parts from everyone elses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dkgross Posted August 4, 2006 Share Posted August 4, 2006 NOBODY quits Guzzi. I keep thinking that whilst looking at my beautiful Moto Guzzi Jacket that still hangs next to the Vansons. Somedays I wear it anyway Sold the FJR1300. Scared me too much. Riding a new Yamaha Stratoliner Midnight. Test rode a Griso, just couldn't fit on it. Breva 1100 is groovy as well. There will probably be an old Police Bike in the garage at some point Hope all of you are well! I'm still lurking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeBenGuzzi Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Sometimes I think its time to send mine packing and get something new, but then if you look at the V11 in the right light its timeless, The lines that engine, If you look at a GSXR from 5 years ago it looks like a dinosaur, not the V11, (maybe because from 00-05 they were basically the same) but because of what it has and what it doesn't have, the fairing on the lemans is timeless as well, something that ppl will look back on and admire like MV agusta americas, Guzzi eldorados(good years you fill in the numbers) Norton commandos, I think the V11 is a new classic, soon to be worth just a little bit less than I paid for it. well I can dream can't I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Werner Posted August 5, 2006 Share Posted August 5, 2006 Hey Ralph - I ended up with that red tail section. Some day, all guzzisti bikes will be wearing parts from everyone elses! Scary! I think that I also have TX Redneck's carbon fiber hugger on the Corsa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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