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Really does make a difference. Recent purchase of my 48,000 Mi 07 Norge and while I love it and it reminds me of riding in the 1970's bike, it felt kinda raw and in a torquey tractor way, powerful. Finally got around to having decent 40ish degree F sunny weather to get into the garage to do my first CARC Throttle body balance and TPS reset using new tools on Hi Ho Silver w/48,000 Miles. With my new Carbtune in hand and Guzzidiag connected I got'er done. S M O O T H... even as it was not that far out of compliance and pretty easy to do now in the rear view mirror. Would have been very challenging to accomplish it without A LOT of reading, some new tools and guiding insight from some very helpful individuals who write directions quite well. Something very difficult to do.

I am very much interested in making May Kentucky Month -- tho the thought of any centerfolds from this bunch skeers me. Anyway, as those who care know -- an exceedingly small group -- I have ridden for many years twice to Kentucky annually: in late May (Memorial Day weekend) and late September for "Mutton Runs." As I ride exclusively on entertaining backroads vice the slab, the most practical way to make both of these events is to do the sKSR first, then head up to Daviess County. That mean$ lodging co$t$ ju$t as $everal of our 13 (ga$p) grandkid$ have birthday$. The days of those little shixes being happy with empty boxes are long gone. Moto Guzzis are my hobby; buying things for grandkids is Kathi's. As my newest Guzzi is a 2017 model, guess who spends more. 😳 The biggest impediment to being gone that long at that time of year as it's prime weed-growing season! That sounds like a joke, but I'll need to hire a bush hog instead of my zero-turn if I don't get lucky. I only wish that dandelions and the like were cash crops. I can mooch for a few days in Eddyville with an old friend, and possibly with some other unsuspecting high-school or college friends -- tho Kathi has a no-fly list that includes a Greensburg redhead from days of yore -- that I might lean on for free lodging between the events. Still, a 1500-mile roundtrip -- something like the map here -- is otherwise enticing. I sent a PM to Joe about that cabin's room, but if that is taken or all of this is in my too-hard-do box, I'll reserve a room now at the lodge and cancel if I must later. Bill P.S. I am still licensed to practice law in Kentucky, but as an officially retired Old Flatulent and "Senior Counselor," I'm exempt from paying bar dues. If any of you end up wearing an orange suit, I can return to "active duty" for your court appearance and would only charge you those bar dues.

Docc, I have reached out to a few Spine Raiders most have interest at this point but need to verify time off, some employers won't let you do that until January, that said everyone is welcome to call the Lodge and reserve a room and cancel if you can't make it later next year. There is a campground at the Dale Hollow State resort park, some may want to camp and ride over to the "garage" for tech sessions . I have rented the cottage with the garage, two rooms taken, one still available, PM me if interested in the details. As in most Guzzi gathering's, ride your Guzzi, Royal Enfield, whatever and plan on enjoying a good weekend. https://parks.ky.gov/burkesville/parks/resort/dale-hollow-lake-state-resort-park

I also had assumed the EV would be different, but the title description lists the various V11’s as a fit, right or wrong. https://www.ebay.com/itm/273583824948?hash=item3fb2dde034:g:e04AAOSwwj5b~n5R&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAA4CXLDPMx60yx8Ei%2FvbdSmXygX0%2BQEhXYQEUxaKv%2BSuDIxQLZbj8RlLHbcChrKo50caofkjBFk7LHpcNeAx3JzS9vfaFgaFIfoUG3E%2BV7ZuyBVe%2BM8DibqezrQWq1EJw%2Bz2nTxLnJZdrgnlTdnqcgS5Zo%2BCvk%2F2lbLG5ZER4w4WKHZIi4ybr7xheineOur54w%2BgvjAkeV5NnnPQKtgYxfYbHcqSMpRLurcWeADDWjFG1PwkmZkS67Qa4DwV0uGYrdNJPWZMSdxUGKa71%2Bx5UgaF30S8MbnKCSyuolRDbBH3lt|tkp%3ABFBMsszBnY5h Here’s the pic from the listing ($65) Docc, thats the same red-shirt girl i keep requesting to run parts for me, but seems she’s always busy. Looks as though she’s at your house.

There are things better left alone

I have always liked the Greenie, this one looks nice with fair asking price. https://kpr.craigslist.org/mcy/7554484475.html

You guys are something else!! Thanks for that, but right now I'm waiting on Piaggo to get me some info. Coincidentally, I'm checking out that greenie up in Pasco. Same problem...VIN falls into recall catogory. I'll check that number with them tomorrow. That one is a few hours away and comes with a story that I will fill you in on when all this is settled. The greenie is in much better shape, at least from the pics. The Nero is a little tired looking in person.

Applies to many a business but in home remodel we offer... good fast cheap choose two

I did not claim "good," only inexpensive. Bill

Did a recon run to Dale Hollow State resort park. Lunch in the dining hall was excellent. Talked to the concierge at the desk. Mentioned your possible dates, Joe. The lodge fills up fast. The sooner you reserve a room, the better....

You might have two....

Was a couple for sale, reasonable on kleinanziegen.de Cheers Tom.

Pretty sure this was only valid in proximity to the purchase. My original purchase was August 3, 2000. The "Important Recall Notice" I have is dated December 15, 2003. About a year before, I was telling folks my Sport wasn't shifting right. I was fortunate to be directed to this forum that has become The World's Foremost Experts on the V11 Moto Guzzi.

40 mm is the fork tube diameter for this iteration. Rob

IIRC, your 2003 is a "carry-over" 2002 with white face Veglia gauges and chin-pad (short) tank. You should order parts for a 2002, 40mm.

Hi All, Fwiw.....

Not sure. I would have to study the Member Map and see. Perhaps I can do that later unless someone from Oregon speaks up. Seems the big issue for @activpop is being addressed . . .

Removed the forks and replaced the seals this past weekend, totally DIY for most of us. I spent far too much time trying to decipher the Factory Manual method. Basically, remove the fork, unscrew the allen in the base and apart it comes. The most difficult part is the snap-ring. It really took some bugging to get it out. Flat head worked on one, a dental pic on the other. I let the pieces drain overnight and am glad I did, big puddle in the morning. Upon resemble, I replaced the fork-oil saturated brakes pads as well. Took it for a ride and whew-hoo! Proper suspension and stopping! And to remain humble, the right side still leaks! I'm so disappointed. I really wanted to ride it to work this week. Especially after the terrific feeling test ride. So, I removed it once again, and inspected. Everything looked correct, nothing blatent anyway. Not sure why it still leaks. I reordered new seals (Amazon, $7) just to be sure and will replace the right one again when they arrive.

Bill P.S. I am still licensed to practice law in Kentucky, but as an officially retired Old Flatulent and "Senior Counselor," I'm exempt from paying bar dues. If any of you end up wearing an orange suit, I can return to "active duty" for your court appearance and would only charge you those bar dues. Good to know we will have good legal counsel at the spring Kentucky Spine Raid.

I really do not see how that lower portion would saddle our spine frame. Remember, "V11" is an engine designation. The "EV" of that era are "V11", but not spineframes . . . I would ask the RedShirtGirl, but she has run away. I thought she was at your house?

This official notice lists these VIN ranges that overlap 2000 and 2001 production: As an aside to the recall discussion, it is interesting to note Richardson's reference to what would be the last VIN of 2000: 114639. Since we know the first VIN of a year is 111111, that indicates 3,529 V11 Sport built in 2000. Seems I have #1,531 of those 3,529 . . .

What with the V11 being a a spine frame and the EV a "Tonti-of-sorts (?)", it seems unlikely this part is the same. Compare to a V11 airbox: Top: Complete Assembly:

Would that groove be visible with the shift plate off?

Nice- one of the better looking modern beeeeemers. I have a 2000 740i E38 myself. 4.4 litre beast, sounds mighty, most of the electrics work, only marginal rust around the rear arches 🙂. A pleasure to drive.

they’re for scratching massive pick-up trucks whilst lane-splitting/filtering 😀

Well the bike itself i don’t have a problem with- his bike to do with as he pleases, and i like certain aspects of it. The write-up however… Points that got me included: 91 hp- Has anyone actually achieved that figure on here? “built before the invasion of complex electronic gadgetry“ - ok so it doesn’t have abs or holeshit technology, but still pretty complex… it’s no monza anyway 😀. No plastic? Literally all the bodywork, including the mudguards and the damn tank, is plastic. Which leads me to: “To further reduce the bikes weight (something V11’s are notorious for) Omar continued the use of aluminium for the remainder of the bodywork”. Changing these parts to allyminnyum is gonna save no weight at all. Plus the genuinely heavy components like the wheels, swingarm and bevel drive remain. “sportsbike handling” … now i love my v11, and i’ll throw her about (a bit), but c’mon. “more creative design than what the Moto Guzzi factory gave it” @#!#$# off- Marabese created a triumph of lines and shapes with this bike.

The top end difference is so noticeable when comparing the two. One would think at 80mph, nothing more is really needed, but in SoCal, we do. Since Covid (not exactly sure why), the fast lane is 90+, all day, everyday. It wasn't all that long ago, 7mph was my default for going over the limit, speeding ticket safe. It almost seems the police are never out any longer. On the V7, it's difficult for me to stay in the carpool/fast lane, as I don't like to go over 80-85mph. The V11, however …whew, love this throttle!

There's some good craftsmanship, and some nice features, and better looking than several custom jobs I've seen. But overall, this just shows how hard it is to improve on the V11's original design. As as for critique - all that time and money on aesthetics, but don't upgrade the shock? I don't get it.

Origins of this "spring" Kentucky SpineRaid are couched in the experience of riding, together, out over right roads, in "a cross between greased lightning and the place where it hits " with other V11 up to the task.

I can, with herculean effort, grease my front if I lift the bike. When I'm done I look like a bulldozer mechanic after a final drive rebuild in the field. It's far more humane to remove the wheel, and I get to clean all the bits you'd otherwise have on your arms and face.

I'd try fitting the left pivot pin from the inside, so that the pin swages the damaged outer few threads into line. After that, wind that LH pin out enough to fit the swingarm and RH pin. If you use a tap to recut the threads, you risk having a loose pin if you don't use the correct tolerance tap.

Beautiful Bike

I built a 116 mile loop crossing the Cumberland on the nearby ferry and back across the Wolf Creek Dam. Not exactly cow paths, but very limited highway. You know the drill. Check your pm......

Update, the cottage is booked for the Spring Kentucky Spine Raid, so we definitely have space for "repairs".

Typical South N' Spine Raid pit stop after 80 miles of aggressive riding.

Could the problem be related to Cash1000's experience? https://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?/topic/21632-false-neutrals/

40mm are early V11, 43 = later. Slider measurement.