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Only true SpineRaiders will cherish a ten minute video of a Guzzi Sport idling. Even the dude on the balcony broke into a sweat about minute-6 and had to go in for more Vodka . . . On my sound system, the tympani and timing sounds like an underwater Brazilian percussion band with occasional fly-overs from a Stearman bi-plane . . .

Wouldn't that be quite something? The V11 clutch bleed is a fussy thing, otherwise . . . but not to be neglected!

These issues are typically multi-causal. Connections are always contributory: Main Ground (as czakky sez. He knows! ) Here's the "short list" . . . Best Relays Decent Tune-up Tank Off Maintenance Checklist (See, especially, the clutch switch "bullet connectors" . . . Those will give you the no start/-no prime/no click/nothing response from the start button. Try holding in the clutch lever and holding in the start button while rotating the bars lock-to-lock.) Odyssey PC545 Battery Conditioning Sorry I can't make it simpler. It-is-what-it-is, isn't it?

What an amazing bundle of hot-hot bikes and dedicated riders! Nicely done, people!!! SpineRaiders, all!

Shame about all the heavy traffic. . .

Looks like V11scura02sport has a Scura and we all know about the flywheel issue within the clutch assembly. Perhaps this what concerns him? How about one of our multi-lingual, or Spanish speaking, members help out our new friend?

With my factory style Ducati Energia regulator the battery light flickers dimly at idle because the battery has higher voltage than the charging output when the battery is at a full state of charge coming in from riding. I still find it kind of annoying, but remind my self, "Ok, look, the battery is charged."

Then there are the SpineRaiders that "just know" . . .

Love PennAdam's RossoMandello! Sweeeet! Ridin' on Appalachian mountain roads . . . in&out of the shadows, head up, late apex, and roll on! "Show up. Bring tools."

Yep, as Tomchri said, get a .bin file, write it to the ECU in the privacy of your personal la-BOR-a-tory. pm Meinolf. He's a great guy and has been so supportive to our community!

Interesting. The question about whether "Beetle" (not a member here) has written V11 maps came up at the Fifteenth South'n SpineRaid. Dunno. For sure, though, our member Meinolf has likely written the very best V11 mapping to date. Far better than any other option, as I understand.

Holy BatScura, Batman!

Yeah, bud, I'm not lovin' this, but it's real . . . And , let's face it, I'm not breaking down 35 miles from home. The last breakdown was 310 miles from home. That was a sucky 310 mile tow truck ride. But AMA had a Recovery Operator to me within two hours on a Saturday evening, in the North Carolina mountains, who was determined to get me home (3am).

All the fuses in the factory fuse block are "Regular" (APR / ATC / ATO / ATS) blade-type fuses (not Maxi, Mini, or Micro). For roadside assistance, consider AMA (American Motorcyclist Association). For their $35(?)/year membership, they cover all your bikes and cars as well as kids away at school. Excellent service!

All my attempts to modify, address, and upgrade the melty/charred funky 30 amp "charging" fuse gave way to my installing an aircraft grade (really? ) 30 amp circuit breaker over 3500 miles ago. For sure, check that 30 amp fuse and, at the very least, replace it regularly.

Missed you and your lovely wife, Chuck! There is the S'xteenth to consider . . .

Although, I must include my dear friend Goofman (TennesseeTuxedo 2008 1200Sport) who had a family commitment, but rode with the midTN Team over halfway, then turned toward home. I have always encouraged every SpineRaider to count their effort even if "circumstances conspired" to keep them from reaching The Lodge. Your stories are just different from others' . . .

BTW, seven SpineFrames for this Fifteenth South'n SpineRaid: 1997 yellow Sport 1100-i Pressureangle 2000 silver V11 Sport docc 2001 Rosso Mandello (PennAdam) 2002 red/grey LeMans Andy York > 200.000 km/ 124,000 miles!!! < 2002 LeMans Tenni "Corsa " footgoose 2004 red Ballabio sctt2525 2004 red LeMans doslemans Other Guzzis: Bill Hagan's Norge, (PennScott's) custom CaliStone/café, v7café's brandy-new V85TT Also: Josh's Aprilia kool-custom "Katzenjammer", Blueboarhound's Ducati 900 SS, (IndianaBill's) Yamaha FJ-09, (NY-Scott's) Honda ST. Honorable mention (and much appreciation) for Kathy Hagan's Honda Fit Pizza-getter! (I count fifteen folks for the Fifteenth! ) What a joy! Welldone, all-y'all!

Others are looking for these Best Relays . . . last known source was onlinecomponents:

Everyone knows how suspicious I am of "the relays were replaced." Like with just more crap, Chinese, under-rated relays? All too common. Don't leave home without proper High Current relays, a preconditioned battery and a multimeter/ testlight. Check out this thread:

A non-issue compared to securing a true high current rating. You can always seal them yourself (epoxy the case to the bottom).

Excellence in motion!

Where do these kids get these crazy ideas ? ! ?

The Tapoco Lodge is such a delight for lunch and proximity to Deal's Gap etc. Plus it has great parking, including a covered area for motorcycles. Upon arrival, I found this spectacular V11 Tenni for an impromptu photo op . . .