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As the current caretaker of this Nero Corsa, here's a thread to document her current state and what happens next. She was previously advertised for sale on this forum, and I was able to pick her up near Mount Whitney. Since I did not get to see or ride the bike before committing, there was fun in the discovery.. Starting with the few problems: Running a bit rough Probably tipped on the right (bent front brake lever, rear brake lever replaced) Plastic gauge cup weirdly deformed (like from excess heat) Fuel door housing cracked (never seen that before) Ohlins damper went AWOL, replaced with Bitubo unit A few non-stock items: KM/H speedo (was originally a MPH bike, first sold in Washington) Porkchops and rocker covers repainted (color is brighter than stock, but seems to be a perfect match for the Nero Corsa script on the tail) Arashi front brake rotors Some desirable aftermarket goodies: Roper plate installed Mistral carbon fiber cans Stucchi crossover rear rack Oxford heated grips Carbon rear hugger (but with some damage) Headgaurds (I think Joe Kenny units) Brass temp sensor holder And best for last (IMO) - I was pleasantly surprised to find that the noisy clutch quieted down when I pulled the lever in. And that it was very grabby... which means somebody put in a RAM lightweight high-performance clutch. And I am STOKED. A few more pics:

Quick investigation on the rough running yielded loose intake boots that backed off the heads. I pushed them back into the correct position and snugged them up. Also gave it an Italian tune up with some fresh premium fuel. Now's it's running well. And took of the rear rack because of this reason: Further bulletins as events warrant...

Pretty sure Tom was saying he missed the point, not you L-Phil. True that the original post was about increased foot area for stands “digging in.”Somewhere along the thread, increased ride height causing excessive lean came up. As well as stands coming loose. We’ve also packed in three different Guzzi models in two pages. We’re a busy bunch….

One of the 1st mods I did when I got my V11. Still working after 77,000 kms

Thanks Docc, Phil just my a lot of times I bet, Not english correct saying, talking. Good wish for Christmas tho, hope it comes tru. Cheers Tom

Ok docc looks like I misinterpreted "again" I'll change my post. Thanks. Ciao

Missed the point again, it's the brain thing .. Wider more alu then. I like em a bit more upright, parked anyway. Mostly rock up here and not often soft asphalt. As long as they stay on 2 wheels I'm happy,, IPA time. Cheers Tom.

A piece of aluminium 2 - 3mm, a little welding. Polish to your liking. NO strings needed. I usually turn front wheel to the right when parked, less work for the stand. Cheers Tom. Sent fra min SM-A525F via Tapatalk

Hi Chuck, My stand has a thru bolt into a tab welded on the frame but you're right, the bolt had backed out, when that happened the stand was almost useless. I refastened the stand and then went on to make a slight mod to the increase it's length by about a half inch and broaden it's footprint. The spring loaded up stand is still awkward to deploy because I have to lean the bike slightly right to fully extend the stand but had to do that before the mod, just not as much. I'm used to it, no big deal and I don't have to worry about the wind blowing it over now. ....OK, in case I'm confusing anyone...the stand mod I did was on my '87 Lemans, not my V11 Lemans. Just thought I'd add that since it dawned on me that I'm on the V11 board and not the Tonti stuff group. Also, I'll now check my V11 stand mount hardware too after some of you (Docc, Chris, etc.) enountered loose hdwe there. Thanks, Art

...should be handy for those short-arsed early adopters deciding ...er, among us 🤭

I used to have the pricey Aerostich sidestand plate ( in carbon fiber " Ooh la la!) on an orange paracord but lost it through time ( like half my shit....)

I've always felt that the Tenni tank color and sheen was a representation of unpolished aluminum from the old racers, since the theme pays commemorative homage to them. I don't see gold in my tank but I've never seen a Champagne in real life. Would love to get a side by side view

I hope someone here really does take in this champagne LeMans that once belonged to our long-time member @twhitaker (RIP, Terry) . . .

Thanks Chris, I'll look into it!

I like the brand well enough, but love is a convergence of chemistry and timing. I was thrilled when the sport classic concept was being researched, but they took so long to come to market I got over it, and glad I did as the V11 fills that spot nicely (actually better). The only thing new to catch my eye was the Desert Sled Scrambler, the original X, but the 'trendiness' put me off at the last minute. Other than that I had, and still have a place in my heart for a '96 900SS. I guess I'm just not the droid they're looking for. They have wisely developed a target audience and I'm not in it. Regards any motorbike, I'm no longer interested in the latest greatest tech, hundreds of pounds of unnecessary weight, 150+ hp, 15 to $20k+ price tags, or (and especially) boutique showrooms. There will be plenty folks to buy their stuff and good on them all. The new X is very nice but misses the weight mark (for it's purpose) once again. If they can't see that I can only presume they don't care or know that their buyers won't care because they won't be off road anyway... which leaves a bad taste in my mouth. Recall when the Africa Twin (2015-) came out and the lead-up to it's release? It was going to be the GOAT. It wasn't,... and around here at least they stayed in showrooms past the next model year. Just another heavyweight dressed as nimble and light, and oh so rugged. Just like the next great hope, the KTM 790 Adv R-come- 890 R which started off impressive and subsequently added 50lb while riders would rather have it lose 30. Which brings me to the notion, and I could be wrong, that these giant "adventure touring" machines are built for a majority who have no intention of taking them off road, but they certainly want to appear as though they do. Credit given to those (and I know you exist) who do use as designed, cause you're in much better shape than I. But, I seriously digress... Ducati, .... give me a hypermotard (or whatever the lightest frame is), with a 700 to 800cc air cooled L twin with wire spoke wheels and almost NO silly, gimmicky gadgetry, only what it needs to stop and go and see, a 4gl tank, and Well under 400lb curb and $12,000. and I will bite. (I'm going by available info showing the new X at 490lb curb and a price of $16,795, least we not forget the Duc dealer will charge you shipping as well which 2 yrs ago was $500.)

Hola, compadres and witttom (Tom, I emailed you from central PA a day or two ago). I am the owner of Tenni #112. I love #112. She's the one bike I own that I will never sell. Only problem is, in my view, she's priceless; so I'm reluctant to cane her too hard, or to turn her over too far in a turn, or to leave her in the parking lot at work. She's not perfect (not a low miles example and not devoid of imperfections, nor do I need her to be). But, I've always thought it would be nice to have a second Lemans; one that could do those things I won't do with #112. Also thought it would be nice to have a parts bike in reserve. As to the latter, a couple questions: 1) I believe the "champagne" Lemans shares the same tank color as the Tenni. Is this true? 2) I can't tell whether the "pork chops" on the '02 champagne Lemans are painted red or the anodized red like on the Tenni. Thanks in advance for sharing your knowledge! Cheers, Frey

It has a piece of string tied to it and looped over the l/h bar grip. Get on the bike, retract the sidestand and pull up the string wrap it around the stand plate and put it in your jacket. That's what I'd do. Just off to patent that now. Ciao

I carry a spreader plate with me. Just like the crane people do with their outriggers.

Docc, you're just riding on the wrong tires! Aside from traction, the big plus is that the suction cups popping drown out the tappets!

Art.. if it is leaning that much, just to be safe, check the bolt that attaches to the engine.

Haha, so, this reminds me of the fairly early idea to swap the High Idle Spring for the Seat Latch Spring and both work better. Mine did!

So, on our V11 we can change the lateral position of the swingarm in the side supports. After replacing my swingarm from crash damage in 2003, I went to great pains using a laser to align the contact patches. Later, we had some fun at a South'n Spine raid measuring the swingarm offset amongst several V11 present (they were all over the place). My personal experience has evolved to make both of the support pins symmetrical. Yet, I am just making the point that the swingarm can be shifted a bit side-to-side in the event one felt the need to alter the alignment.

I have some relays sitting in a box. Pick one. Do you need a base too? I don't have terminals for it yet though. The price is one of the famous Stathelle IPA beers next time I get to Norway. I plan to fit one of these larger relays to my bike to replace the rear-most relay.

Hi all. Today i buy new Angel GT Tyres for my Lemans v11

By '04, there was the header cross-over tube and 9.8:1 compression. 43mm Marzocchi forks and a cast alloy fairing/instrument mount. The seat fairing looked the same but was manufactured using a different process. Plastic headlight bucket with clear lens/multi-reflector headlight.