savagehenry

In an effort to kill this/bring 'er to 50... "Screw yr' Happy Face, Pardner. (Said with "STERN FACE: INSERT: (SPITTING EMOTICON)"...this really HAS turned out to be the proverbial "car wreck"... and I DO usually choose to look away...but in this case, I just CAN'T.

Called that on a PORK sammich, like, 40,213 posts ago, SORRY , BUT, I DID call it. ... P.S. My Uncle was THE GUY who sued General Mills in the 70's because the LUCKY CHARMS ELF is a SLANDER on the Irish People,... and DON'T get HIMSELF started...

Hey F.C. I can't see it being any worse than what you had, and you obviously can always change/fix'er if it doesn't. A very well documented post, looking forward to more like it. One of the most detailed in my memory here ( +2). NOW, don't be surprised if this thread goes OVER 40 EFFIN' PAGES!!! (...God, you guys NEED Spring...) S.H.

Results do not lie! Not only will we roll right on to page 40+, but there have been OVER 18,000 views on this thread to date. We owe it to the curious onlookers to continue on, no matter what the cost!!! We now return you to your regularly scheduled program...

SHIT!!!!

And one more try, fingers crossed....

I really have nothing to add of any value, like the rest of my additions to this mind numbingly long and drawn out thread about sensors, theory and egos as much as the pursuit of perfection under constantly changing conditions, from all parts and climates around the world, ridden in all types of weathers and conditions, added to by published and generally acknowledged as quite smart guys to schlubs like me, with bikes in all states of tune from "race ready" (for "fat" bikes anyway ) to "it runs, I'll deal with the bothersome issues when it doesn't". It's just that this post MAY be the one to push this on to the 40th page....Oh God....PLEASE....And now I will hit the "ADD REPLY" box, and hold my breath, and here goes nuthin'....

Sooo...you're saying that we humans, like our V11's, are run by electricity.... And some people say that my negativity keeps me grounded.... Emperical evidence now leads me to believe all those years I was paying for a particular herbal substance and thought I was getting "tuned in", I was really just leaking electricity ?!?!? NOW I know why they are refered (reefer'd?) to as "Wasted Years"...and I totally dig yer whole "mysteries" thing, that's very heavy Man, but I was WAY MORE than a casual user...Sorry Ladies and Gentlemen, don't let me stop you in your pursuit for that elusive page 40! P.S. Hey big J, I think you are leaking electricity, Dude

Yes, a VERY cool ride you've produced here. Man! Some people just have "that touch"... And how is it that we've only totaled 5 pages on a whole, beautiful, fully functioning kinetic sculpture, and are heading towards 40 on a debate over a part?

Yeah,,, I see it NOW, thanks...if it were a snake, it woulda bit me! Whoda thunk ol' niges little inquiry could of stirred up this electronic bee's hive!

At this point I only care about ONE thing...What the hell is the "BQ"? My bet is in; I think this will go well beyond the 42 page estimate. This thread reminds me of that old saying: "Arguing on the internet is like being in the Special Olympics... even if you win, you're still a retard."

Look in the "FAQ" section, takes you right there. Good luck, and don't sweat the job, it's quite easy, just read the info and have new valve cover gaskets on hand in case yours don't come off in one piece. I've got the silicone kind, love 'em. Later, S.H.

Hi commando tod, Welcome to the site. Sounds as if you'll fit in quite well around this place. Single malts, or barley pops, or good bourbon, or whatever bottle is being passed around the campfire while we bullshit, and discuss the next big ride. Yep, you'll do just fine. See you "round the fire", as it were, S.H.

I figure easy and cheap is the way to go. Take a clear piece of 1/4 inch diameter hose (like the kind you can get for a fish tank) a foot or two long. Near one end, make a small loop and secure it with a zip tie so you have a 1 inch straight part, then the loop, then the rest of the length of hose. Now; 1. Loosen the drain nipple, just "crack" it 2. Push hose on 3. Open nipple and compress Brake or Clutch Lever ONCE, draining into a jar or the beer bottle/can you've just finished 4. Hold lever down and re-tighten nipple 5. Repeat again, and top off the resevoir every few times 6. Repeat till you see the loop filled with clean fluid The first or second pump, the hose is filled with fluid, in the loop, so you can't draw air back in. It works just like a little toilet trap for your Guzzi! The clear hose lets you see when the dirty stuff is out. It takes me 1/2 to 3/4 hour to do the three brakes and clutch by myself. I have used this for years, never had a problem.

I plan on drinkin' my fresh brewed porter, and watching "The Quiet Man" and "World's Fastest Indian"

Hi LTCM, I bought mine from FBF, after the original owner had them put their entire catalog of "go faster" parts put in, and headwork, and cam, and a PC III. FBF guaranteed, in writing, it would push over 90 horses at the rear wheel if I had it dyno'd, ( I haven't). Of course, then I had to put hours into making a sloppage tray for it, because it needed it... I live outside Chicago and ride it pretty much daily 8-9 monthes a year, and any time it's dry and above 25 degrees or so. It has been very reliable so far, two years and just over 10,000 miles later. Longevity? We'll see, but my MG guy seems to think that's not a problem, and I trust his judgement implicitly. But...The bill for all that was just south of $6000.00 Man, that's alot of coin to get these beautiful, heavy, "tractor motors" to be a little faster I DO love this bike alot, though...Good luck in your chase for MORE, S.H.

Welcome aboard! These are very addicting bikes indeed. Congrats on the newest horse in your stable, S.H.

Also, I find it helps to spray a little electrical cleaner in the switch. Put the little tube that usually comes with the spray can in the spray nozzle, use the tube to push back the pin/switch, and give her a few shots. Then, do the same thing with the tip of a tube of di-electric grease in the same place and poot a little of that in there to keep that switch happy for the future. And DON'T be embarrassed. Alot of people have had the same experience, don't ask me how I know, please, Good luck, S.H.

Hello dark bike. Your choice of blackness in a bike demonstrates that you have impeccable taste beyond the obvious, that of purchasing any one of these awesome models. We'll no doubt see your post on the Scura registry soon, yes? Also, have you hit any good Kolsch brewerys lately?...Mmmm, KOLSCH Welcome aboard, and try to be patient till she arrives! S.H.

The Hawker Odyssey PC545 is a popular choice for both price and it sure looks just like the stock MG offering. I would also offer this. IF you can afford the difference in price, TRY to support your local dealer, especially in times like this. I think I paid about $20.00 more at my dealer, didn't have to wait for shipping, and I just like to hang there anyway . I keep mine on a "Battery Doc" and the first one was 4 years old at replacement. That's all I got, good hunting, S.H.

Hi Red27, always good to see another new body here. Did you get the fairing with your Le Mans, or did you buy her just because she was naked?!?! See ya 'round, S.H.

I am willing to test fate... so far, except for the little odometer button, the fried yellow wire looping from regulator to alternator, leaking Ohlins, a pinched ground to the tail light, a dry cush drive, the "dreaded sidestand switch issue" only hours after purchase, and the fact that I di-electric'd it from asshole to appetite from the git go, I've had no problems to "sweat". I ride 9-10 monthes a year, near Chicago... Man, I love this bike... S.H.

That's the stock gauge, right? I JUST bought that little knob two weeks ago. I ordered it through my local MG dealer, came in a week or so. The "Pulsante azzeratore" is MG part# GU03762870, About $10 bucks...Love My MG Guy fer sure

Hey there Guzzigogo, Always great to see new blood here, welcome aboard! S.H.

Hey Bugs, Do NOT...REPEAT...DO NOT go to the thread about Dimitris's bike shown here (seen in "24/7" section titled "V11 turned Naked and Golden" or some tarty thing like that!). It is SO BEAUTIFUL it will only give you further ideas on how to BLOW CASH on these already great lookin' bikes! ...Consider yerself warned, S.H.