docc

Since others have reported this neutral switch sticking I always ( 90%) park in gear. The side stand switch bypasses current around the neautral switch and its relay.

Warren, here's a picture of the relay set. Starter relay is in the front. Check the starter solenoid mounted to the top of the starter - it may be sticking. Requires #20 and #27 Torx fasteners to dissassemble. relay picture

If the lights don't come on check the fuse for the lights( I think it's fuse 5). The power to the starter solenoid also routes through here. My fuse started to blow after the bike had set a few days. Took out the solenoid and found it had corroded. Cleaned it up, a little grease and no problem since!

I found the same true of the Guzzi semi-soft bags by Tekno. These appear to have 'stops' on the rack which could concievably be moved back a bit.

(edited topic title), docc

Then they must be late model 1100 Sport-injected plates. The earlier Spot 1100 - carbed had openings into the cross tube. Not the pretty, graceful castings of the later bikes including the Centauro.

All the TPS measures can be taken with the engine NOT running. And that box under the seat with the 50 wires coming out of it? That's the computer ( ECU or CPU). The computer to set the CO is interfaced with the bike .I've seen it done with a laptop and the dealer has a hand held gizmo. There is software to take some readings and set the 'trim' on the CO ( which requires exhaust gas analyzer unless you do it 'by ear')

Must be on the old server. I'll ask jaap to update it.

I couldn't get my weights off at first either. So I did put a set of "Superbike grips" on over the weights. Well, they did go on but what a pain in the . . . Electrical contact cleaner or isopropyl alcohol helps to add slip but will then evaporate away. The threads which anchor the weaights begin right at the outboard opening to the clip-on. Try applying some "Breakfree CLP" over a period of days and retry breaking the things loose. Best of luck, docc

So the lead will corrode before the Aluminum?

WOW! That's a georgeous bike! And glad to see a wrecker company that knows how to move one. (resized picture) docc

no mysytery. The higher pressures from the tire manufacturer will keep the tires intact longer and the lower pressures of the bike manufacturer will keep the bike intact longer.

The front of the battery cage can be moved under the frame mount ( rather than on top). This requires rounding the front outside corners of the cage with a grinder or file. This moves the battery down about 1/4".

i've tried to link to Dan Pruneske's site for relays but no connection. Does anyone have a link to his site or other source for the correect Bosch relays?

here's a photo with the relays labeled. it is 'upside down' from the original photo in this thread. It does appear the mechanic tried to hot wire the light relay from the ECU (computer) relay . Not a good idea. There are other approaches to lessen the load on the relays for the lights and the horns. Search for relay failures to learn more.

Hey, we're meeting in Athens July9 - 11. Oh, no, wait, that's Tennessee, USA, where State Troopers and other realities prevail . . .

Well, you'll be missed. I'm hoping it turns out a few of the faithful that we may admire one another's rides and practice a little cerebral anodization as all Brothers in Guzzi should. Oh and this:

i've never heard of them 'melting' ( no personal experience) but I do remember some magazine tests where the seams would fail on jean-type riding pants. Also, there is no impact protection which is mighty nice for that first millisecond ( some personal experience).

Hey, what you wear under yer kilt, er, leathers, is your business unless I can benefit from knowing. Then it becomes "technical." The kayakers in these mountains use a polypropylene weave called 'capalene' which is ideal under either leathers or the textile riding suits. And there is no substitute for the gerbings electrics in temperatures below 50*F. Riding under 38*F you need rolling tire warmers as well.

Yeah , the early versions have the 'bevel drive' also prone to failure and , like, $70 USD. I have a spare but hate knowing I'm gonna need it someday.

I've used Photoimpression ( arcsoft ) to downsize the photos. I hope noboby minds but they're sure easier to browse. Thanks again for posting them you-bad-moto-gewtser-you!

july 9-11 in Athens, TN, we will be testing the hypothesis that Guzzisti can be anodized in brief evenings between excellent rides in the mountains. i can write you a grant, er a note that is, declaring your presence is required to monitor expected outcomes.

It's been said elsewhere but bears repeating: you should pull out all those Siemans relays and replace them with bosch units. More than half your problems will be solved.

Don't sugar coat it, Carl. Go ahead and tell him his mechanic's a moron. Mark, you're in the right place to sort this out. Be patient and you'll find this is an easy , minor issue.

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