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Aye, then, Franco! Single malt goes well with fork oil as well!

Guzz, Glad you're back on the road! When my TPS went bad, I found it by checking the resistance while it was gradually opened and closed. The progression of Ohms should be gradual with no 'jumps' or plateaus. Mine would stick and jump. The replacement improved running notably. And the resistance check is really straight forward and easier than checking millivoltage. I suppose I should be taking a VOM with me on the South'n Spine Raid.

Funny, we all like to say there's nothing much special about these oils and lubricants, then go on to list, discuss, and debate the infinite details and effects of various specifications. As it turns out, it's not all just yak fat . . . RedLine makes a fantastic grease that, if you can get it into your U-joints, I am sure makes a proper 'greaser' with all the non-saponifying drop-point characteristics a fellow could hope for. That said, it is, once again, the common wisdom that if you can get a little grease (any grease) into those joints pretty regularly, they'll do fine.

And before completely disassembling, note the height of the locating pins which "center' the swingarm. A vernier caliper works well in its 'depth' mode. Otherwise, you must recenter the swingarm with the laser method. (Notably, that may get the alignment much better than Luigi originally could take the time for). Not every one feels the same about opening the seal on "sealed" bearings to clean and add some good grease, but I think I've helped some of these bearings by doing so.

Ahw, ya made me look! Since I never actually got my jacuzzi confirmation, I suppose we'll ride over the divide and meet you back at Mike's. You'll be all pruny by then. And that doesn't account for the effects of grappa.

I believe all of Ratchet's old post will be shown that way. But, alas, a no new posts.

Let's see: Tontis would be any big block after Ambos and Eldos (loops) until the spines (Daytona, Sport 1100/1100 Sport, Centauro and V11s) including all the T variants and all the EV variants even those now being produced (California Vintage). Quotas, Breva variants (including Stelvio), Grisos, and Norges are all different animals.

Oi! A moggie with a Guzzi motor! People (like us) who would want such a thing are just not entirely right!

Rotational lock up and shift lock up are distinctly different. This wheel lock up sounds like what Guzzi warned of requiring changing the shift dogs and such in the early recall. Assuming it is the gearbox, and not the bevel drive or the shaft, I wonder if the serial number is in the recall range (I don't remember it extending into 2002)?

At this rate, it looks like I'll be needing stiffer springs every three or four years . . .

I've laid in the course in Garmin MapSource from The Lodge to Mike's (Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters) which shows 230 miles. We may end up with a little detour around Otter Creek Rd. Except for certain Gravel Demon Riders who will ford the Little Tennessee River at flood stage on their EVs. Two up. And still be back to the hotel before the rest of us . . . Anyone interested, PM me and I will email the Garmin route to you so you can know immediately when we've missed a turn.

Sounds like a great way into spring! Once you get your sags and springs set up, the side stand (wot's left) won't touch down much. Seems you've changed up your avatar to show us those dazzling new exhaust cans. Nice, but the dazzle rather does not compare to your prior photo!

As Dr. Venkman would have said, "I love this plan! I'm excited to be part of it! Let's do this thing!" Oh, and thanks for the jacuzzi invite . . .

Quite true, Joe. Deals' Gap is compromised (more than usual). We'll come up with an alternate route. Expect counterclockwise-ness.

Hi, Franco! I think you'll find your fuel filter is nothing "special," but has simple clamps on slip on fuel line. I use the WIX 33310 which is for the Isuzu Trooper, is fully welded and typically made in Israel. It is just slightly shorter than the original Weber and might benefit from a longer inlet line. There is this FAQ on the oil filter alternatives as well as some concerns, and solutions, for their wobbling off while running.

I replaced my TPS in November, 2008, with HD part # 27271-95 for about 45 USD.

"confidence!":thumbsup:

It is true the last two relays trigger the fuel pump, but they get their power from the Run Switch. The Run Switch gets power from the middle relay (or the side stand switch). The middle relay is activated by the neutral switch (but it is called the sidestand relay). It gets even more complicated when we look at how the headlight relay and the starter relay are related. I'm glad Orangeokie is back with his simple "Know The Rules" (and the animated signature!) "Knowing The Rules" will solve 91.23 % of these problems. The other 8.77 % keeps us together!

Aw, man, now someone here (like : gstallons) is gonna tell us what all those numbers mean. I read the right off the invoice and the left off the box. So what does it all mean? And do you you really want to pound out some otherwise still good bearings?? "Ain't broke . . .":oldgit:

Does it do the same thing in neutral with the side stand down? In other words, does it do the same thing seated on the bike with the side stand UP?

Front, right - 6304EEJ30 Front, left - -6205EEC3(J30) Yes, the bearings are different side to side. My originals were French and the replacements "Made in Turkey." I'm not sure that's particularly satisfying, although I do own a very nicely made Turkish double barrel if it's any indication.

I looked much, much more closely and found the stamping on my 2000 Sport front rotors: " MIN. TH. 3.6MM " I still can find no stamping on the 1100 Sport take-offs that are on the bike now. Surely, it must be there somewhere . . .

Thanks, Greg, for the post. Sad to hear. It was back in aught-four, TXR sent me a manual petcock saying, "Hey, you might need this." Perhaps unlike his "online" persona, the guy was sensitive, caring, and intelligent. I am sorry for the loss. It does remind me of his last posts, which read something like, "ya know, I ain't feelin' too swell." Godspeed on the Long Journey . . .

All right then! We're on for June 4-6 in Tellico Plains with a Saturday loop counterclockwise over the mountains and through Deal's Gap. We'll be in the neighborhood of Tellico Motorcycle Outfitters, so I hope Mike still has that tank bag I wanted to pick up last year! I'll call Walt today at The Lodge at Tellico and get a room for Josh and I. We'll probably go for the "basic" since we spend most of the time out in the parking lot threatening parked motorcycles with musty tool rolls. Walt said there was a 5% discount if we end up with several rooms, so mention the Moto Guzzi V11LeMans South'n Spine Raid and we'll pool our 2.63 Euro and send it to Jaap so he can come next year . . . Remember, (or just otherwise, be aware), this is a non-event, not affiliated with this site or any of the posters or the administrator. There is no organization or support. There is no paperwork, no registration, no obligations, and no solvency. In simplest terms, there are a few folks on motorcycles getting together and everyone is welcome. Yeah, VFRs, too. Even lawyers and chiropractors . . .