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The correct link is http://www.suburban-machinery.com Looks like your idea should work. With either product, I could imagine the bars slipping, but then again it may be a non issue.

People have different body shapes and strengths. Paul, you probably ride more than 20,000 miles per year and have arms that could torque a bolt to 20ft/lbs with just a 4inch allen wrench. If you have gorilla arms you should probably go lower, like on the Daytona. I have a long torso and short weak arms. My wrists start to get tired after an hour. After three hours my ability to hold on to the handlebars and brake while going downhill reaches a dangerous level of fatigue. I like to enjoy riding. I am not a masochist. Tired butts, sore wrists and stiff knees makes the trip less enjoyable. Why suffer????

I agree that they look good. I also like the longer Dunstall style reverse megaphone on that page. So the trick is to make it fit. What is the outer diameter of our crossover? How much would it cost to make a pair of custom bent pipes to make it fit? I really like Supertrapp mufflers and was considering a similar modification.

I am only getting about five or six thousand miles per tire... It shipped with Bridgestones, I tried Avons and Pirelli sport touring radials. All got about the same mileage. I liked the Bridgestone rear and the Pirelli front the most. Not sure how they would work as a combo. I am on a Conti rear and Pirelli front now. As a combo, it feels natural the grip is suprisingly good on the Conti but the bike felt unstable until I firmed up the rear preload and dropped the front end a little. Now it handles great. The Pirelli probably turns a little too quickly. Thinking of a Michelin Macadam for the next front...

Thanks Jason, I just saw your addition to http://www.guzzitech.com/AirFilters.html I'll have to add that information to my site...

Isn't that sweet! I like how it keeps the mufflers in tight and centered with the frame. But, I don't like what it does to the passenger pegs....but if you have no passenger(or side bags) , you have no problem.

Not sure if this helps... Apparently the original filter crosses w/ Fiat part number "Fiat 4434868" so, you may be able to find other matches. Probably, not answering your question. Unless you can cross ref the K&N number. But, some may find the following information useful: Reusable Air Filters Airbox Replacements: 1. K&N - Old #MG-1093, New # 33-2682 (Automotive application that fits perfectly) 2. Amsoil Products 2 stage foam # S1938 3. BMC #F45740 AND Airbox lid eliminator kit for newer Guzzi's - Sold by Fast by Ferracci. Seperate Filters for those eliminating the airbox. K&N 1. Tapered: RU-2580 (these are kinda small) 2. Non tapered: RU-0500 (smaller than below, but still good) 3. Non tapered: RU-0510 4. Non tapered: RU-0520 - Mostly the same dimensions as RU-0510, but 25mm/1" longer. UNI's 1. UP-4200 Foam Pod (2" I.D. x 4" L)

Oh yah, maybe you know already, but a way to check for intake leaks is to run the engine and spray the intakes with something like WD40 or quick start. If the revs change, you have a leak. If the revs don't change, you PROBABLY do NOT have a leak... Note WD40 is good for the rubber, quick start is not good for the rubber... But, Quick start will give a more sure indication. In your case Rich, you would want to try to hold it at the appropriate revs while spraying. But you are all sealed up now, so no worries. Also, Wear Eye Protection

$78 each! I am tempted to use radiator hose!!!!

You should check out Gianelli or Galessetti Mufflers http://www.v11lemans.com/html/accessories.htm Also you might look here for info about alternatives http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?...dbbfbe75cc313c7

I have noticed that when I balance my throttle bodies, the results vary throughout the different rpm ranges. My y2k V11S is all stock. I adjusted the balance and then immediately watched a friend balance his Jackal. He had a H crossover and exhibited none of the inbalance that I was seeing througout the RPMs. I am suspicious that the stock crossover is causing the inbalance. I imagine the stock airbox could also be causing it. Or maybe something else like bad compression(I hope not ). Has anyone noticed the engine balancing better after adding an aftermarket crossover, or Pod air filters?

Not bad...I guess Todd Eagan talked to you about the wonders of "tuning link". Even with the tuning link setup, I would not be suprised if the dreaded 4500rpm hole is not really properly addressed by the PCIII. Our stock crossovers appear to be the cause of the hole. I assume that the crossover is making one of the cylinders work harder at that rpm. The result being that one cylinder probably reads rich and one lean at that point. Solution: get the Stucchi crossover. I have also considered eliminating the crossover and putting on some nice low mufflers like on more traditional guzzis. I might loose some top end power doing that, but the cylinders may become better balanced. This inspires me to post a question about cylinder balancing...

I'll bet the lines from a California or a Quota would fit

Fits in like Dr. Who's time travelling phone booth in the middle of a sheep meadow....But, hey wherever you go, you'll know when and where and what and who you are. But maybe not why.... I really liked the scene in the movie Easy Rider, when Fonda and Hopper throw their watches away. But, I do understand the desire for gadgets. I want a Palm to play with my PCIII software. Then, I want the Marrelli software for the Palm. Then, the K&N O2 sensor and meter. My girlfriend bought me a chronometer that can calculate velocity in KM/hour if you can mark out a kilometer. I just have to find a way to mark out a kilometer now....Boy, that GPS looks good!

Thanks Rich! Wow that's alot of work! I kind of like the idea of shaping it myself, but to do it right, you should be equipped. Great tips! I once made my own leather seat cover out of an old jacket. It took about 12 hours to sew by hand! I than made a vinyl cover, to cover the leather one.(about 10 hours) I was impressed that I got them both to fit so well. With more practice they would have looked perfect. But it does take a while to sew by hand. The reshaping I have done has been a little lumpy, because I used a razor and not the power sanding technique that you use. I think I better order a seat from you....

Hey Rich, Can you offer other options? Such as: Block Foam. Tips on how to shape the foam. Shaped Block Foam. Tips on how to uphoulster the seat. Different coverings like, leather, smooth vinyl, textured vinyl, etc. I suspect many of us are on a budget,overseas, or do-it-ourselfers. Your posts are much appreciated.

They require gentle coercing with minimal flex. I find that the holes don't line up perfectly so they under a little stress. I have an apparent stress crack on the left panel. I have lost most of the original screws that hold the mounts on. These screws could use some light loctite.

Here is my smashed nose

Dear Squashed Nose, How are you? The weather here is beautiful. Oh, so you want to LEGALLY irritate people. Personally, I think the amber lighted ones are much less offensive, separate your bike from the pack, and are available in a 55/65 that is brighter than standard. But, no I have not tried it yet. I kind of like a light so dim that few flash me if I leave the high beam on. Sincerely yours, David Laing PS Why are you named Squashed Nose, do you have any pictures

I would use rust-oleum. Graffiti artists use it because it paints well over dirty-galvanized metal. If there is oxidation on the surface of the needle, the Rust Oleum will deal with it best. If you do not have that brand in the UK, try any anti-rust enamel with fish oil. I once blued out the number 55 on my US model speedometer. I used a color mix of acrylic artist paints. It held up very well and the color was a pretty good match.That speedometer was pretty easy to get to the face. It was from a V65.

The FIM Ultimap can adjust fuel, ignition, and rev limit. http://www.fuelinmoto.com.au/ From what I understand the Marelli software adjusts the idle setting fuel mixture, which effects the entire map, but only the most closed positions of throttle is the difference significant. At wide open throttle, the difference might be like a fifth of tequilla in your city's resevoir, nobody is gonna get a buz off of it. Also, from what I understand, if the idle is set too rich, a definite symptom will be rough running or stalling when the engine is hot, if it is too lean, the rpms may get too high at idle when the engine is hot. I am not positive about that, so correct me if I am wrong. The PowerCommander for Guzzi's does not yet directly support ignition advance, but you can trick it, by messing with the TPS. Changing the timing is not necessary because adding fuel with the powercommander will cure the pinging. However you may get a more ideal setup by changing the timing.

On my V65 I used to laminate a sheet of fiberglass to the rubber intakes, using ugly orange silicone sealant. It tended to de-laminate after a while, but atleast it kept the sun off the rubber, and it kept the hose clamps from digging in to the rubber. In retrospect, I think a neoprene cement would have bonded a lot better. But Neoprene cement may be more difficult to find. Maybe try a diver supply store.

I have to admit that I am a hypocrit. My apartment overlooks a noisy street. 90% of the cars make a tolerable tire noise going by. But then there is the 10% of loud trucks, fire engines, and cars and motorcycles with aftermarket pipes that go by and I can't hear my television or someone knocking on the door. People are clueless that they are so offensive. But when I hear a Ducati, Honda, Suzuki sport twin go by, I rush to the window to check it out. I just love the sound of our type of bike. I even like the noise of some Harleys, if they don't sound to much like a fart Two strokes have a nasty sound. If I ever get a dirtbike, it will be a four stroke. And yes I want louder pipes to get more power and to drown out the rattling in my engine

Maybe you don't have the flat spot. To find out, try cruising along in 6th gear at about 3500rpms, give it a steady half throttle . If you have the flat spot, it should accellerate with a slight hesitation a little above 4000rpm with the power defiinetively kicking in about 5000rpm. If you get an aftermarket crossover, it will disappear. Some mufflers will also make it go bye-bye. Most bikes also have more vibratation around the flat spot. I find that tighter valve settings will increase the flat spot. If you do not, lucky you!