belfastguzzi

I came across these videos. They show some of the character of the Torr Head Road, though as with all videos, they don't capture the dramatic up and down gradients. Maybe those of you who rode it last May can see better why I went that way. Pity we got blasted by deluging rain, wind and low cloud! We went in the opposite direction, south to north. These are basically north - south. I'm posting them here because the curves in my photos above can be seen at 3'40" in This one has motorbikes, again that particular section appears at 2'25" And a scenic one,

I came across these videos. They show some of the character of the Torr Head Road, though as with all videos, they don't capture the dramatic up and down gradients. Maybe those of you who rode it last May can see better why I went that way. Pity we got blasted by deluging rain, wind and low cloud! We went in the opposite direction, south to north. These are basically north - south. I'm posting them here because the curves in my photos above can be seen at 3'40" in This one has motorbikes, again that particular section appears at 2'25" And a scenic one,

On reflection, I'd rather go and journey where the diamond crest is flowing and Run across the valley beneath the sacred mountain and Wander through the forest Where the trees have leaves of prisms and break the light in colors That no one knows the names of And when it's time I'll go and wait beside a legendary fountain Till I see your form reflected in it's clear and jewelled waters And if you think I'm ready You may lead me to the chasm where the rivers of our vision Flow into one another but that's just, er, me, I think or, anyone else want to give it a go.....?

Seems convincing. I'd try it myself but I worry about the excessive contribution to global warming. Is that something to be concerned about? I'd be pleased to hear your opinion. BTW, why did you use BMW thread? I'd use cheaper Chinese polyester thread, but that's just me.

Maybe they saw the new California that's meant to be coming next year, along with the Clubman? By the way, does the Bellagio still exist, or not?

I got rid of my cat. Open pipe now. Only thing is, I could do with ALTERING the air temp sensor reading to be INACCURATE, thus fooling the ECU into adding more fuel and hopefully making the engine run better. Any thoughts on how to do that? Enquiring mind.........

Oh, why didn't you say earlier? If you're interested, it's quite easy to alter the air temperature signal. Here's how: "The hot-air heaters are connected to the fuel system and vehicle electrical equipment. The air heating is performed owing to heat, evolved in the heater while the fuel is burning. When the hot-air heater switches on, the pilot light lights up on the operating control. The candle becomes to glow; the hot-air heater starts to operate on the low revolutions. In 25 seconds the fuel delivery starts. When the flame is identified and burning process is regulated, the candle switches off. The heater heats at maximum while the heat exchanger is not heated up before operating temperature. In the heating mode the internal temperature and employed air temperature are constantly taken and compared with the temperature on the control device. When the predetermined temperature is reached, the heater changed over the waiting mode; at the same time air circulation is performed. And as soon as the temperature value will fall below the predetermined one, the heater switches on again. When the heater switches off, the pilot light becomes dim and the fuel delivery ceases. Then in order to cool the heater, the blowout follows ( the ventilator is only operates)." If anyone has a better idea, I'd be pleased to hear it.

You'll not be able to keep up, riding about on the Axone. 'Spose this means that I'll HAVE to get the Scura back on the road. Or the LMlll, though I reckon you'll need the comfort of the Scura. Or here, maybe you could just fix them... actually, come for a week and you can fix all the neglected Irish Guzzis, in a very orforised fashion and all. You'd make enough to cover the airfare home.

As above. Wow, I wasn't expecting such quick response! Fantastic

:!:

You said you were 'ill' - now I'm sure that you're running a fever

OK, I'm flagging up the Spring Bank Holiday weekend as a definite date for a Moto Guzzi Ulster Rally 2010. 28 - 31 May 2010 Could book the same place as last year's Ulster Rally at Portaferry, which worked very well. – see Ulster Rally '09 website It gives access to the whole north and south-east coast of N.I. I'd like to hear who would be interested first. Alternatives could be Enniskillen Lakes, Sperrin Mountains, Donegal.

is it an accident in a boiler factory, a refrigeration plant, a... a...? no, it's a.... a..... ???

Slightly interesting concepts, yes, but by and large disappointing and gross. They're like bikes of two halves: two incompatible halves joined together. The competition is so much better.

That was worth the wait.

letter Santa chimney up good boy be chimney down

No you're wrong. It's a Moto Guzzi Breva see You lose all your points for not knowing that

What model is this?

There was a pic of the eccentric adjuster a few years ago. When it was posted, it had me flummoxed as I expected that there should have been a roll pin. eccentric screw stop 1 eccentric screw stop 2 Also, note that the roll pin has been known to fall out (somehow!). roll pin fall out

Before putting the cover back on, did you set the gear box internals to neutral?

Hi Antonio Local Meetings The main point of this thread is to get some response from any local (Northern Ireland / Ireland) people who visit the Forum and want to meet in 2010. I will arrange some day meetings here if there is local interest. Something Bigger I would consider organising another weekend meeting at the end of May, if people want to come. Anyone from anywhere would be welcome. Ireland – South West Coast Another possibility in 2010 is a rally in the South of Ireland, in July. It looks like Guzzis from the Scottish highlands will come over for this – which is great! So some other people might also be interested in that. It will be at Doolin in County Clare. When there is more info I will post it here, or John Kitney may post it himself. Forum Meet My annual forum priority is to attend the September 2010 Continental meet in the Netherlands.

I've emailed this to some local-ish people (none of whom I've seen since May). I'm putting it here too in case of others who might stumble on this and be interested. Winter's on its way and so is 2010. I had a look at the belfastguzzi.com site that I set up to plan May's Ulster Rally. It says it's 163 days since the Rally. I remember when I launched it, it said 200 days until the meet. So that must have been at this time last year. Some of you are definitely interested in getting together, so it would be good to pencil a few days into calendars. What about dates mid-month in February, March, April for day rides? If you are interested, let me know what would work for you. A Saturday, or a Sunday? Once connection is made again, there could be some mid-week evenings for those within reach. Maybe also an overnight somewhere, or a long weekend again? A meet in the south with people there (John KItney is definitely thinking about plans)? There could be a winter evening or day meet (before Christmas) to think further about plans? Hoping to keep in touch David County Down

It's time that I should put some dates in the calendar for Guzzi meets, 2010, over here. Ireland, North I'd like to at least arrange some day meetings but would also look at a weekend again, same time, towards end of May. Ireland, South John (Two Tents) Kitney is planning a Scottish Highland MG Branch visit to Doolin Co Clare July 2 - 4 2010 – camping and hostels. So there is another possibility. Ulster Scots Macguzzi, anymore thoughts about a Scottish bash? Maybe some more of the Irish/Ulster folk (if they can be unearthed) would head over.