$$$ was a consideration when I was looking...
I ended up with the Princess Auto one as well,(kind of the Great White North version of Harbour Freight)
Once I installed a chock as per DonG, it does the job pretty well.
Were $$$ not important the Handys seem to be the choice of most of the pros.
Finally getting a chance to to go thru the 03 Lemans I bought in October.
Got the battery out to have a look,its a Spark 500 with a on the label and a stamp of 09/02.
Bikes always started good for me,units on the Tender now.
Couldnt help but notice some of the birthdays being celebrated today.
Only a machine as beautiful and charismatic as a V11 could have devoted owners from 13 to 110 .
Many happy returns
Craig .I can suggest an engine shop in in the Vancouver area that I know has built some Guzzis,Laverdas etc.
Been around along time,good rep.
PM me if you want the the info.
Docc,in the Great White North its Imperial gallons(litres) and kilometers and poutine,back bacon and maple syrup.
Of course around Vancouver its more like sushi,yoga and B.C. bud.
But we like our Guzzis.
Bike is at well respected local dealer in Chilliwack(formerly Valley Moto) Trade in on a new Norge. PO says flaw in paint there since he purchased it in 2006.New back tire, near new front. Full service
Thanks doc,that was my fear as well.Is there any realistic remedy for this sickness or will it worsen?Other than this rather glaring flaw the bike is nice,but now I am thinking of taking a pass.