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This is beginning to sound questionable . #1 verify the rocker arm adjusting nut did not get out of adjustment , #2 verify the rocker arm adjusting nut did not get out of adjustment . If this is o.k. go to the next step #3 use a dial indicator to see where the excess clearance is coming from . Do this or have it done and report your findings .

If you suspect it is a cam lobe failure , get a dial indicator and set it up to check the lift of the cam lobe . Check both sides and compare what you find . They should be within 0.005" .

Fastenal is a good place to go . If you need anything extraordinary , it is special order !

You can remove both valve covers and see how much of the adjusting screw is exposed above the rocker arm on the other side . If they are close or the same after adjusting , you are o.k.

Robin, you need to tighten the socket ( Allen ) head bolts that clamp the driveshaft to the diff. shaft 1/6 turn at a time until all slack is gone .Then I would go 1/4 turn more. Make sure you are making progress while you are doing this because it could be worn too much to help any .

You just have to call for a quote . They will coordinate shipment with other moves and save you $$$ if you are not in a hurry . They are shipped in enclosed trailer w/plenty of TLC . This company started out shipping pianos & has since incorporated motorcycles into the act. You will not be disappointed with these people ,

The metal washer(s) is used to set the air gap between the sensor tip and the reluctor teeth . If there is oil coming out of the cavity where the wiring plugs into the sensor , you should replace the sensor .

I have used Keyboard Carriage ( yes ) motorcycle haulers located in Elizabethtown , Ky... GREAT service.

I saw this video a while back......they pulled it off !

I assume you have a stock speedometer ? If so , you need to find a speedo repair facility to recalibrate/repair it . Probably not cheap but you will be happy.

Have you removed yours to look at their condition ?

Uhhh , these are saturated w / oil . you would not want to wear them .

I use Tri-Flo spray lube. pricey. But if you buy & use it once you will be hooked on it !

The way to "test" the relief valve or bearing clearances is with disassembly.

If you can find a very old motorcycle shop or motorcycle mechanic ....they can replace the inner cable as long as the outer cable is good. Since the throttle bodies have less tension than carb models , the cable will last longer. I assume you are old enough to have a cable lube set-up ?

p.s. Make absolutely sure the bike is in neutral before attempting this or you will have a big problem !

How do you clean air tool oil out of { Moto Guzzi Claw ) leather gloves ? After a week of an open bottle dripping on them I found them soaked this a.m. and I am sick. Please help me !

Not everyone packs their own parachute......

How many miles ago was this done ? I would be furious and would go to the shop owner and ask him what he would expect if someone did this to his bike ? Shops have garage liability insurance to cover incidents such as this . It should be repaired to " as before " condition . Take plenty of photos before doing anything. Last but not least ....ALWAYS go behind your shop's work and thoroughly examine every fastener and all cable , wiring and or hose routing to see if it will pass muster .

I am a mechanic , I hope I am not looked at as inattentive / alcoholic / overworked / ADD or anything else negatively ?

Whew ! A lot of beautiful pics.....

When you replace the swingarm bearings , remove the dust shield of one side of the bearing and fill it completely w/wheel bearing grease . Put the dust shield back on and install this side in away from the outside of the bike. .Roller bearings come w/just enough grease to not rust. This bearing is not going to roll but pivot a few degrees throughout it's lifetime so grease is going to make it last from now on. When you are ready to install the pivot pins grind a bevel or taper on them so they will go through and into the bore of the bearing easily. If you crossthread these pins , just remove the swingarm and screws them from the inside out to clean up the threads . Good luck & keep us posted !

#1 These are European motorcycles , not Japanese bikes. They are going to demand a lot of attention and knowledge to maintain them . They are almost a GREAT motorcycle . You are going to be the final component to bring them to the level of greatness you want. #2 Ask a lot of questions , take photos and I mean a lot .Post a few on here and we will comment. gather a lot of info before you decide. The sales of these move slow or immediately . Don't be pressured to buy. #3 What is your mechanical / electrical skill level ?

You do NOT want this kind of slack in this area . You want to tighten the pinch bolt tight enough to stop this movement . If you can't it will be time to replace the driveshaft yoke .

Well......the next of kin can post us if it doesn't work out ?