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I wanted to, but I got distracted by a call from a pesky client while watching the video. Only had time to click the Like button. So: Thanks for the video, and even more for mentioning this site. Seeing the v11lemans.com logo slide in made my week

So my buddy Mike has been filming a series of interviews at his Cul De Sac. It's a way to socially distance and still get a motorcycle fix during this wee pandemic. It's mostly British bikes because, well, that's what his channel is about but that doesn't mean there can't be some diversity. Some of his viewers have been clamoring for some Guzzis so I rounded up my friend Terry and gave them a double dose. The channel is at http://themightygarage.com and if you like great motorcycle videos then consider subscribing. New videos are released at least once a week and this time of year even more often.

Best Greenie video on YouTube. Watched it twice. «Norwegian thunder mufflers» haha!

Hey Docc ... indeed, even without a V11 it would be hard to not visit such a familiar and friendly place ... thanks for the kind words and my best regards to fellow members - particularly the many that have provided invaluable help over the years. Cheers! Gio

Well, (wasn't that quick) went to the Lonelec site again and WAS able to find the single cable. YAY ! Not sure as to why I could only find the cable set (2) before. No one should hear from me now until I probably get confused with the guzzidiag. Thanks to all again.

A TPS is a potentiometer . You are using your meter to find a glitch . These glitches are going to usually exist at the position they usually operate at . you don't need a Ouija board , divining rods or a peach tree limb , just a meter , a little knowledge and some confidence . Watch a few videos , Google ''pots" and think about what you are seeing happen . This will be easier to test than you think . Just remember to move this throttle slowly while you test . Also , get one of those diagnostic cables mentioned on this site that is used to set tps voltage . It will make things much easier !

Last tuning she was running fine, time for a test between shovers. Made it to the gas station, 2miles and she died. Back home in the van. Fuel pump and everything else seemed normal. New relays, and she fires right up. Back in with old relays, and fires right up again. Ok, NOT easy to troubleshot when there is no fault. Few miles, and back in the van. I'm loosing spark. Have been thinking of getting rid of the clutch handle switch for a while, happened today. One of the 2 connectors was a little loose. Isn't that switch just for starting ? Coud the switch still make her loose spark when she is getting warm? Have spark again now, but it's time to follow Kiwi Roy's advice. Winkie day on friday. Still in good mode so basic sharing experiences. Cheers Tom Sent fra min SM-A505FN via Tapatalk

First time died in front of the gas pump in neutral,,, just about to hit the switch,, didn't have to . Second time running slow in 3'rd. I know I helped every possible connections not long ago,, I have a look tomorrow at the kill switch - sidestand. Cheers tom.

My ignition switch had just been replaced when I bought the Greenie. Is it a common weakness? Wish for a speedy recovery to the Rosso! Summer is long, Tom.

You can't imagine, Al. Suddenly you wake up and "Who is this old woman in my bed, and why does it hurt to do about anything??" Life is good, though..

Wiring was all good, copper surface other side, not to bad, now cleaened and vaseline. Will change a green and white wire between relay 1 and 2, ,, have to get it first. Still in good mode. Cheers Tom. Sent fra min SM-A505FN via Tapatalk

i'll second that ......... What was the problem ?

Correct, faulty clutch switch is only for starting. Nothing wrong with having a proper Go_Winkie. Kiwi_Roy likes to say it separates V11 electrical troubleshooting in half. Perhaps this is a good time to inspect, clean, and service the Ignition Switch. . .

Great video. You know, these earliest V11 Sports are aaaaaalmost "classics" now as they approach 20-25 years old. Hard to believe how the time has passed.

I too just ordered the set. They are on the way https://www.lonelec.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&path=57_20&product_id=51 I had a set from who-knows-how-long-ago and never was tested. I think it may have been an early set when everyone was first trying to figure out which cables really worked. So I'll just keep those questionable ones in "reserve" and go with the set everyone says works. I'm glad this thread popped up as I dreaded going through those long GuzziDiag threads to try and figure out which set worked and who to order it from. So, excellent timing!

Well, rats. Kathi and I will be no-shows at this year's SSR. Not a C19 thing, but a family-events calendar that has us too far away to make it from here, there, and back, etc., in time, even in a Ferrari, much less our Fit, Mini, or any of our moto-harem. Regrets and best wishes to all. We look forward to the pix and tales. B&K P.S. I showed this to Kathi after I launched it, and she said "WHO IS THAT?" ... meaning the Cubanos. Naturally, I lied and said "That's another reason we just could not go, Dear; I was appalled." [Not]

You've never seen how I act (on my large white motorcycle) when I get around windmills .

Yep its all about the uni being in the correct plane.Mark a centre line along both shafts and line up the sliding joint. Ciao

I've just watched both videos, Phil. I understand the basics about getting the same speed on input and output but have no idea about relating this to actual adjustments on the Greenie. I guess I'm dumb. EDIT Second thought: Correct line-up = the front cross and rear cross are in the same position? EDIT2 @Baldini confirms my second thought. There is so much information and knowledge in here, fragmented bits of information;)

and Pasta Puttanesca and Pistacchios! So that would be 7 P's!

Are there any Guzzi owners out there? Anyone interested in attending an Oktoberfest Okt 2-4 2020 at Pettit Bay Lake Tenkiller? Home of a one owner '68 Guzzi?

contact Don here https://www.motivcycleworks.com/

Cool vid. Kinda reminded me of a Steve Irwin clip. I was waiting for the narrator to jump out from the camera and wrestle one of you. Guzzis in the wild.

Oh, it reads minute voltages ok, but the "break points" are too large down at idle, as far as I remember.

I can't believe no one mentioned the forum call out.

You can let the V11 go, but you have to stay, buddy....

Well gstallons, you've shown up twice now to help. I now have to picture you riding up out of a rising sun astride a large , white , snorting motorcycle , with a tin badge on your chest with a big G. Not for gstallons, but for Genius. Yes, I said it again. Thank you for your imput again my friend. I'll look into it today. Happy trails ! And docc, thank you for your imput also. You also wear a big G tin badge. I just enjoy poking fun at my friend gstallons..

Lonelec in UK has been, perhaps, the most reliable cable source over time. This link is for the set of two (including both the adapter cable and the FTDI chipped OBD->USB): https://www.lonelec.co.uk/index.php?route=product/product&path=57_20&product_id=51 Regarding the comment on "smooth transition," this refers to checking resistance across the TPS while slowly opening and closing it. The values should transition smoothly with no jumps, skips, or opens (broken contact) that would indicate a faulty TPS.

Happy birthday from down here mate ! Cheers Guzzler

Yeah, docc posted the listing. Is your Ballabio in the registry? One fine day we'll have an 'all Ballabio no Baloney' gathering. (Bologna for the Italophiles)

I have a timing light, so I suppose I should at least look at the mark and decide if the chain/tensioner should be seen to . . . Otherwise, I'd tell the new owner it's low on the list of concerns.

My Sport has never run better, yet I'm compiling a list of *worries* for the 100k mile mark. I remember it making sense to put a timing mark on the flywheel and watch it with a timing strobe. If it jumps all about, the tensioner (and/or chain) should be suspect. I've also brought up the question (with no answer yet) as to what constitutes high "miles" for those accustomed to kilometers. 100,000 miles seems monumental to us Yanks, but that's "only" 160.000 km. Maybe we should have no worries 'til 200.000 km?