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On the stock crossover there is a 3,5 cm rubber spacer and a harder 1,5cm spacer between the bottom of the U-bracket and the tab on the crossover. This all bolts up tight. The harder spacer goes next to the exhaust (above the rubber). A picture is seen on page L-6 of the Workshop Manual for the Sport.

The clear pocket is for maps?? I thought it's for the wiring diagram!

You are right, it is the clutch switch connectors. They are under the tank, forward along the frame on the left. These are simple bullet type connectors which ride in the weather coming in along the steering head. They benefit from cleaning, tightening, and some insulating grease like copper anti-seize or Vaseline. While thank is off, it's good to clean and lube all the connectors, groom the wires and be sure nothing is binding or tugging especially moving the bars lock to lock. It is possible the switch itself could use cleaning or even replacing, but most of the time it's the connectors. How do mean the speedometer is "vibrating loose inside?" Does it make noise or simply the needle is not steady?

It helps to loosen all the clamps and fasteners from the heads all the way to the hangers, then hook every thing up loosely before tightening it all well from the front to the back. The idea being to reduce strain on the exhaust especially where it fastens to the head. It's a good time to clean up threads with a wire brush and apply copper anti-seize, particularly the head studs. With that, it may still take some wrangling especially with some of the aftermarket crossovers or canisters.

Check this FAQ for any helpful info: Corbin Seat Advisory

First Veglia was replaced under warranty at 27,000 miles for waivering 10 mph at highway speeds. The new speedo waivered at low speed, which was more acceptable. Until the trip meter locked up and the needle starting flicking 10 mph every four seconds (44,821 miles). Upon disassembly I managed to break both the reset and the glass. The little plastic gears inside look less than perfect. I have ordered a replacement (298 USD + S/H and a couple weeks), but I wonder if anyone has successfully had a Veglia rebuilt or should I just convert the space to something more useful . . .

Also, "Test Point Layout" and "Guzzi Wiring" do not appear in the FAQ threads. Perhaps they need a thread of their own. I'm afraid to mess with this now, since my efforts have not been effective. Jaap, looks like "Testmember" has Moderator status and may not function like a "normal" member. (Everybody knows Moderators ain't normal.)

Looks like Galaxiid found his grease fitting in Post #22 on page 2. Hey, Stu, definitely get a pic up of your modified grease gun.

That's redundant.

Jaap, your V11 has long been even a LeMans Incognito!

I saw GrumpyBiker's Tekno's at the SSR. They look like new! The Krylon treatment is on my to-do list. (after the weapy rear seal, speedometer, and taillight . . .)

Now there's a Guzzi accessory that really deserves "NORGE" badging!

I was completely cured of my Chronic Guzzichondria when I cleaned my (working) ignition switch. But, that was before my rear drive leak, trip odometer locked up and the tail light quit. I remember reading about these bikes when they came out and one journalist suggested they are fine bikes that will require a bit of "owner involvement." Welcome to the club! Oh, and yeah, your LeMans is an '02. Get the silly spring now and change it when the time comes.

I haven't used my factory bag in a while. It's really big and I prefer a a small, say 8-10 liter tankbag. You can thread the rear strap through under the tank mount and re-attach the buckle without taking the bolt loose. I prefer crossing the front straps so they go into the gap at the front of the tank and not down along its sides. It's not as stable that way, but I can't bear to drag the front straps over the sides of the tank. Over time, the only paint damage I've gotten from always having a tankbag on, is at the back of the tank along the flat portion where the rear buckle rides. Also, the early Sports have the chin pad which can flatten out from the tankbag pressure and not want to stay attached to its little push-in catches. (I've re-shaped mine, but don't trust it to stay put without the tankbag in place).

Seven spine frames arrived at the SSR. While unsuspecting riders ate, slept or otherwise looked on, the Vernier calipers were applied to compare the depth of the pins inside the lock nuts. One Spiney didn't get measured since we couldn't get Michael sufficiently distracted or detained. I couldn't figure out how to check them rolling and this guy never stopped moving! The measurements (in inches): Josh's Sport 1100 - 0.004 right docc's V11 Sport - 0.077 right Dan's v11 Sport - 0.012 left Mike's Centauro - 0.007 right Ron's Centauro - 0.093 left Thad's LeMans - 0.025 right So, it's true, they were all over the place. Some riders could say that for one reason or another their swingarms had been off the bike at one time or another. There was no way to check any kind of 'preload' or lateral play. Josh had centered his swingarm in the carrier plates and I had (tried my best) to center my tires one behind the other. I really don't know what it all means, but figured I would report back. Sadly, no one showed up saying, "I've come to have my swingarm measured!" I do remember the E.TN guys saying, "Nice to meet you. Where's breakfast?":sun:

The trouble with using the level plug is that fluid begins to ooze out a bit early and can lead to underfilling. I once measured a 20% difference between volume filling and the level plug method. That said, the level plug is certainly good to check after a fill to avoid overfilling. With the Redline product especially, so much oil remains clinging to the internals that refilling by volume will surely lead to excess volume and higher pressures. And leaks. If you fill slowly, and take some breaks to allow settling, all the while monitoring total volume added, the level plug can still be used effectively, but don't expect to just pour until it oozes and have a correct volume. Richardson noted this "cascading off the ring gear" phenomenon in Guzziology.

Your profile doesn't say what year or model V11, but the six speeds are 850 ml and the bevel drive used with the six speed is 350 ml gear oil and 20 ml moly. The bevel drive is easy to overfill and overwhelm the seals (ask me how I know, er, no don't). Redline products seem popular and many would say that you can use heavyweight in the bevel box to full capacity with no additional moly. Older bevel boxes and the five speed apparently had a combined capacity of 1 liter (250/750) which seems pretty sensible.

They have those??

Favorite photo from the sixth raid.

I tried that, but Roy couldn't open the file after the move. I could try moving it again and see what happens, but I hate to short circuit the thread again and Roy can't post it directly on FAQ. I do believe the files belong in FAQ where they will remain easier to find. "Testmember" is quite a catchy username. The guy in the avatar looks vaguely familiar . . .

Sounds like you are continuing to make it better! Something else I remember impedes the downshift is the shift lever can contact the edge of the "pork chop." You'll see a little nick where the lever hits (and can see it if you look under the lever while pushing into its full downward throw). Check to be sure there's a little clearance there.

Hey, I'm not sure it was really a rally. But, hey, we got by well enough on fuel, greasy rags, and the promise of food down the road. That CaliVin is a beaut, but I can't wait to see your champagne LeMans!

gb: Glad you and the E.TN guys made it down! That was a very nice trio of Guzzis! Hope you fellows got home without the "dampness" we encountered. Overall, there were eleven Guzzis at the Raid with a token BMW 800S and an escort by KTM/vintage Ducati/and Honda ST1300. Walt and Anna at The Lodge at Telllico turned out great and Mike at Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters was very hospitable. Looks like the best option for South'n Spine Raid Seven in twenty-eleven! I know Bill will give us a proper photo album link, but remember, you just can't believe everything you read in a caption! Best regards to all. I relish the time with other riders and the wit and wisdom is always second to none!

Nerts! I'm busted! Bill, you are never, ever up this late!

After reading back through he thread, I thought some clarification was in order: 1) Yes, the Saturday loop really is, after all, clockwise. 227 miles as the Garmin flies. 2) Yes, Hagan always gets his way. Expect a big play for Mex food at some point. 3) The Austrian answer is: "black." 4) Mike, at Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters is hoping to ply us with T-shirts just for showing up. I'm down with this as I was planning on wearing my faded orange TMO shirt all weekend. 5) See you in the mountains! (posted 36 hours out)