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Celebrated twenty years with the Sport today.

There's your mistake right there imagining Guzzi had some form of rational engineering consideration here. It took them years to consider the fact that maybe people didn't want to have to remove the whole exhaust system and the sump assembly to simply replace the oil filter. Ever wondered why they decided to sink R&D money into hydraulic lifters on the worlds easiest to adjust valve clearance engine, or fitted the sports touring bikes with a sidecar lugging flywheel, or invented a shaft drive with a 15,000 klm factory recommended replacement interval, or DLC coated Griso tappets? Work out those questions and you will probably know why the made the filter internal. Ciao

ok, im not sure this is a V11... but I had to share with someone!!! so beautiful.. What do you guys think?

You get these things tuned right, they'll run on just about anything . . .

I've PM'ed "Pressureangle" to inquire about the availability of these fine plates. I'll let you know if they still have them.

Not Vapour lock. Hot for the bay area doesn't really mean much for troubleshooting purposes. What was the estimated OAT. Sounds like an ignition sensor failing or maybe a blocked fuel filter or fuel tap or bad gas but not vapour lock. Ciao

I have two pairs of Daytonas. Pair 1 are very old but still just about serviceable. BMW GSA pegs played havoc with the soles. My bad. Now have the GTX Daytonas which get occasional use on the ST1300. A truly excellent boot. Now, a "left-field" boot that I recently bought, and after some research, is the Altberg Hogg . Altberg make boots for the British Army and Police. The Hogg is their paratrooper lace-up boot, with motorcycling additions. Not sure if made in Italy or England or both. I usually wear these on my Guzzis. They are very well made and I feel secure in them. The standard Hoggs extend well above the ankle. Cost about Euro 220 two years ago. Not bad at all.

Saw that on FaceBook last night..I appreciate all the hard work that went into this..the paint idea and workmanship looks awesome too....sometimes things dont have to be practical to still be awesome imo.

I'll be serious for a change. I've kept 17 Guzzis now.. I've tried all of the "modern" Guzzis from the V700 to the Norge. Big block, small block, 2V, 4V. It's the engine. I love the sound and feel of Guzzi engines. Maybe the sweetest was the Monza.. but the Aero engine has it's own character, too. Then there is the Mighty Scura which is not too subtle about what it's about. I also loved the Centauro engine. Like all Guzzi engines, it wants you to feel involved in it's care and feeding. Sweet runner, too.. after a bit of sorting.

I am going to start a new build page. I had some issues with rude behavior and in retrospect, it isn't worth not being here. That explains why i dropped off the site for a few months. Anyway i'm back and sorry to anyone that may have been disappointed or let down for my abrupt absence.

Just started to change the oil on a 97 Centauro that I recently purchased. I'm new to Guzzies and was shocked that when I took off the oil filter cover, all of the oil drained out. I hadn't removed the drain plug first. I assumed the oil filter wasn't sealed or worse but I've been told that this is normal. If so, why is a spin-on oil filter immersed in the engine oil?

Hello All, I was able to get my V11 out for a proper, spirited shakedown ride yesterday after taking delivery just about 2 weeks ago. I've had company in town on the weekends, so my riding has been limited. Anyhow, I went for about a 50-mile ride that included twisties, "fast" straights and provided lot's of shifting opportunities. It was fairly hot, just over 90 degrees in the high desert of Central OR (approx 3,500 ft of elevation). I absolutely love this bike. Probably even more than my GRiSO at least for the moment during the honeymoon period. There were really only 2 hiccups that require some investigation (with a full tank of gas): 1. After a few miles with the wick up, I slowed down at an intersection and the bike just completely died. I decelerated normally as I approached the stop sign and the bike completely cutout. I re-started it with a push of the starter and a blip of the throttle. I accelerated away without drama. The bike did this one more time at a different intersection. Died, re-started, then operated normally. Thoughts? 2. I hit a few false neutrals up-shifting form 2nd to 3rd. This happened maybe 2 or 3 times but wasn't easily replicated. The shift from 2nd to 3rd doesn't seem as positive as the rest of the gears but normally shifts OK. Common? Thanks for any thoughts or advice you have on this, Chris

Working with a freind to close deal on an almost "new" 2002 V11 LeMans. This will join my 2003 V11 (currently in garage with broken pawl return spring) and is my 4th MG. As I understand it was a part of collector's portfolio that was auctioned off, bought by a dealer and resold. Had 3 miles on it when purchased, current owner has about 2500 miles on odo now. It is all stock except for the handle bar risers and rear rack. Excited, waiting for DMV to get title squared away, send check to owner and have shipper to pick up in next few weeks. It is essentially in new condition. (Gonna have to hide this one from the wife out in the back garage as she already put the subtle kibosh on any more motorbikes) Despite being an endless tinker/modifier, I plan to keep this one just as she is, stock.

I have a cracked alloy stator frame , looking for new or used in the UK please

Yes docc failing relay, I always forget about the relays. Probs because I've never had an issue with them. Ciao

Something intoxicatingly timeless about your V11 in Grey & Silver. Congratulations Docc!!

+1 with Lucky Phil on that. Vapor lock doesn’t typically occur while fuel is flowing. Something looks to have gotten hot and recovered after a cool off, though. Failing relays can do that. Especially the #5 in the V11, and extra-especially if it is not a true High Current relay.

thanks. left field is where I play... https://www.altberg.co.uk/boots/hogg-all-weather-original

Awesome I wonder if yours is the highest mileage V11 Sport in the world? I still have about 18 months to go for mine to reach 20 years old with the original owner.

Far be it from me to deter any transactions on the forum. I always have something in 'Classifieds' and my pile of stuff does not seem to get any smaller. I don't sell these and I couldn't say if there are any left... I'm just ass ume ing. Just throwing out a friendly reminder of the Rusty Star Picket Project, the OP, and others', efforts to make these fine pieces available to us, with the designers blessing. I sold my extra one just before these came out... so will probably be needing another as I'm looking for yet another V11.

My bad also,since its been almost a year, I assumed they were all sold out. Thank for the update.

Asking $180 shipped within USA. New with tags, complete in original box, with Gaerne sticker. Front and rear elastic inserts on instep area Reflex yellow fluro details Thermoplastic protectors on ankle and shin Gear shift protection pads Double closure system with YKK zipper and Velcro strap Anatomic and removable insole Rubber sole CE Certified motorcycle footwear

I would love a pair of custom Daytona boots. They are the pinnacle of motorcycle boots and depending on the model, could very well last you for as long as you’d like. Plus you can custom order them in just about any color combo you can think of. For the record, I wear Vanson competition weight leathers and the GP armor, plus Vanson gauntlet gloves. I bought my first and only Vanson and it was custom made for me a very long time ago. Not to hijack threads... but I wanted to throw these guys in the mix because they are truly world class plus American made. And I wear a Bell Carbon Fiber Race Star Helmet. Good night!!!

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Hi Bridge, I used those tarozzis for a while (Got them from Disco Volante in the correct size). Be aware that whilst they will fit, they don’t fit very well- for one thing the master cylinders prevent them from being orientated ‘square side forward’ properly. I had to use shims to space everything out, which wasn’t ideal at all, and also meant I ended up taking off the choke lever too. Having said that, I did use them for must’ve been a couple years once i got them where i wanted them. Oh and as they’re multi-adjustable, having to drop the sliders every time you change your mind is a ballache. I’ve currently got the Woodcraft high clips fitted and they’re ace. can’t fault them at all. Everything fits (inc the idle lever) and I have them clipped on at the very end of the flare between the yolks, with a few inches of slider free above to raise them if ever i feel the need. Can remove and refit in seconds too 🙂

Had to look up Helimot. Good folks it seems. I may have to get their gloves. Any experience with those? https://www.citybike.com/columns/uneasy-rider/fear-of-missing-helimot/

Mikko, thanks for posting. The Falcons look like a cool, serious boot. They will go well with your emerging dark knight bike! As for the Daytona boots I was asking about, I did buy a pair from Helimot. After trying the regular 45 size I exchanged for a narrow 45, and it’s a good fit. The turn around time with exchanges was pretty fast, and Helimot does a good job. Their price on the Daytonas is very good and I like buying from a small mom-and-pop operation like they are. The Daytona are pretty comfortable and seem to be well made. Not too hot for summer riding so far, even with the Gortex boot liner. I have not yet tested the Gortex boot for water protection, but I look forward to cooler and wetter weather, although wet is only a dream it seems in Southern California.

Who stole the wings? Sent from my SM-A530F using Tapatalk

That blood-red beauty should not be hidden. I wonder if a clear Lexan cover could be made???

Seal Mate is 2 for 2 for me for fixing leaking forks on my bikes.

I wear Gianni Falco Boots. I currently have the Eso race boot in Tricolore...

Yer new to Guzzi, ain't ya, boy? They started out with no filter at all. When they decided to use a filter, the least expensive change to the tooling was to put it inside the pan. It only needed to be changed once a year or 9000 miles, but people complained that it was too much work, even though it gives you a chance to have a peek up her skirt once a year and see if everything is ok, so they put the porthole in. I don't like the porthole in the Centauro.. it's fraught with danger..all too easy to cross thread.. Then, "You'd be in a heap of trouble, boy." So. To answer your question.. it's cost driven. Tooling changes are *expensive.* Guzzi was broke, as usual. Just the same, they produced some fine motorcycles during this period with very little money, and that is part of their allure to me.

I'd stow the SS. Guzzidiag has worked flawlessly for me from the first time and every time after on 2 different ECU's. Ciao

That's where the dirty oil is.

Tighter than a camel’s ass in a sandstorm. Joking aside, got no time to miss Greenie today. 11 hours work on «Temple of the Guzzi». Timber framing and truss is finished, so a good day. Now, IPA-time. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

After a bit of climate change....I went out and tweaked on it some more. Much better fit. I removed the tail and re-installed it and it was a lot easier to get it into place. Once my new seat gets here, i know i can have the guys trim it to fit perfectly

I got a couple generic ones from MotionPro that work okay. The issue is access around the airbox and that setting the preload without the tank and airbox is far from ideal. On the original Sachs, I recall using a drift to release the lock ring and rotate the adjuster. Also less than ideal, but got it accomplished albeit with some hairy knuckle dragging . . .

Here's a link to some pictures and a trip report from my Austin MotoGP trip. Enjoy. http://www.azbeemers.org/forum/index.php?topic=5947.0

Here is a picture of a well-maintained, indoors-kept CaliVin tank inside....