stormsedge

After seeing both ours off on their own...one 26, the other 22...and recalling my youth---she learned everything she was going to learn from you by the time she was four. Let her go, she'll be fine. k

Ken, I'm not sure which rear nuts you are referring to...I've had my cowl disconnected and all but off---do not remember anything I could not reach. Do you mean the rear hugger fender? k

Whoever posted the cutaway pictures of the internals of the stock cans sometime ago---if you could post again, post the thread, or email them to me, I'd appreciate it. Thanks. k stormsedge@aol.com

Mine came with an On/Off switch that was enclosed in a small plastic box with slots for mounting with wire ties (what did we ever do without them?). I wired tied it to the foward left tank bag strap, where I can lean a little forward to see if the "on" led is shining, but when seated normally it doesn't draw my eye. k

I assume you mean plumber's "crack", is largely legal in Texas, but a misdemeanor within the limits of Dallas/Ft Worth (which has gone very metropolitan). "Crack", the illegal drug, remains an illegal drug even in Texas. Hope this helps. k

Yow, Zeb! That really sucks. I hope you find it. k

Where in TN, Doc? k

Welcome to the forum...+23 yrs Navy here...wish I could decide what to do when I grow up. k

Wore my leathers to a primarily HD show and got more stares than the high dollar bikes...with and without the Guzzi...the young chick at one of the leather and bandana booths said her Hayabusa would go 208 mph...I said "uh huh". k

Yeah, Tex, but c'mon, give credit!!! Backstreet Boys just can't deliver the punch when they cover "Flirtin' with Disaster" and "Shake the House Down"...I think their combination of polyester slacks and wool sweaters deaden the sound...thoughts? Biesel, I'll have to break out my album this week. k

Actually, the rear pads were fine, so I tossed the new ones in a drawer for next time. Bike has 7000 miles on it. One of the front pads had worn quite thin, so replaced them and cleaned the calipers. I'd heard a slight "buzz" from left front, which got me to looking. It is still there, even with the new pads, so will have to keep looking. k

Thanks, Brian. k

Andy, I can't imagine one shifting smoother than the one you built for me...I'll be interested in hearing how this turns out. k

Installing EBC HH pads today. Fronts, no problem. Rear, while it looks to me like a crosspin with a tension fit against the anti-rattle spring---thought I'd ask before using any real muscle on it....does the crosspin slide out when pressure is relieved on the anti-rattle spring, or is there another secret? I have the factory manual, which may yet prove useful if I need to start the fireplace. Thanks for the assist. k

If I read this right, then I am (probably) okay to put a trickle charger (with storage mode) on the system without disconnecting the battery from the system? Would make it much easier during the cold months. k

Welcome, Sergio. Must be great to have the choice of two Guzzis! k

I have the Oxford hot hands as well, which also help a bit with the bar vibration. Only drawback is they make the grips diameter larger, which could be a problem reaching the brake/clutch levers if you have shorter fingers or smaller hands. I adjusted my levers all the way in and managed to make the reach. k

If your truck is very tall, you will want the longest ramp possible and even then it may not do it. I have an F250 4x4 and bought 96 inch ramps...but they are too steep and scary to get the bike up there with the truck on level ground...may have worked if I'd backed the rear wheels into a ditch. Opted for a trailer...they work great for getting on and off of that. k

Bento, yup, the grip warmers can cook you if you aren't careful...also run the battery down if you leave them on too long with the bike parked...just like the parking lights Okay, it was my fault, and the bike sat in the lot at work for over eight hours, so who knows how long the battery really lasted? TOuched it off the wife's Ford and rode it home though, so no ill-effects. Then read up on how you shouldn't jumpstart it...oh well! Richard, I have a UFI 2328700 filter in my bike. Bought them through Baxter Cycle in Marne, Iowa...although I am sure there are other filters out there and as many places to buy them. k

Richard, I generally run 34 psi in front and 37 in rear...anything less and the bike gets a little skittish (as you've found out)...I check it everytime I ride just in case...around here we are getting 10-15 degree variations day to day, so it can make a difference. I use my bicycle pump (check to make sure it will get on the valve stems before you buy it) to inflate the tires...works great. I had the Battleaxes, now have Michelin Pilot Roads, which are wearing well and are more than suitable for my riding style. k

Richard, for the squirrelly front end -- check tire air pressure...I use 34psi front and 37 psi rear, and loosen the steering damper to the point that you can't tell it is there...check the motor mount bolts and make sure they are tight. Steering lock...fork to left, jiggle while pushing down...be careful not to leave the parking lights on The only "factory issued" scratches were caused by fork lock to lock when the gas tank wasn't "just so"...fixed it with very small, flat rubber bumpers (okay, with my bicycle tire kit, I wasn't riding the bicycle anyway) and a Guzzi tank bag. All other scratches, smudges, scuffs were self-inflicted...but bug smash seems to cover most pretty well. If you pull the pan to clean the screen when you change the oil, you'll be able to get at the filter without the special tool. For cold weather, I added grip warmers (which also help a little with the vibration), but at 40 degrees or below, I'm still looking for coffee shops at regular intervals. Cylinders will warm your legs a bit if you move up close, though. Enjoy. k

We allow "glory days" here.

Nuts, just installed my FbF Airbox kit yesterday...and guess who didn't use anti-sieze this time? k

3500 on the OEM, believe they were Bridgestones...rear had pronounced flat streak down middle, so changed both largely due to them being +/-3 years old...have about 3000 on Michelin Road Pilots with little sign of wear. k

Rocket, I've seen it mentioned numerous times in the MGNOC newsletter that "we" might want to look at new bikes and support the "company"...but, in the next sentence it is typically pointed out that the "company" may not support you. I bought my Sport second hand from a HD chop shop---narrowly escaping a HD purchase. I, like many others have received poor support from the "company" although the dealer seemed to have some interest (though they have not answered any of my emails since my last expenditure with them and they only have one Breva in stock...maybe they are going straight Ducati? btw, did I mention 250 miles away?). I have had no trouble getting parts for the Sport from various outlets (including one in Italy)...no different from my '79 SP from that perspective. My mom and dad bought me tools for my 14th birthday (and Mom has bought sizable toolsets for every male grandchild at 16 as well). Dad towed home a comatose 1940 International pickup shortly thereafter and told me if I could get it running, I could have it (looking back, I realize that International had as many lives as a MG ...but we fired it up a week later. Long story? Sure, but I've always done the majority of my own work until new cars with warranties drove me from some of it. The effect on MG (the "company")? I doubt if it has made any imprint...they are the result of their own business practices and philosophies. I am told that HD doesn't support their older models well either...maybe we will see another version of the same thing? k