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My top 5: - V11 Le Mans Nero Corsa (surprised this hasn't been mentioned yet, with the Ohlins and lightened flywheel) - Daytona RS (4 valves!) - Mk 1 Le Mans - V7 Sport (original) - V7 750 Ambassador (I mean, the gas tank alone...)

Now that the V11 is 25 years old, I would love to know where it stands in the transverse V-twin Guzzi model ranking of post 1965. I realize there is no scientific way to determine this, but even with all the lovely models since 2000, none of them have tempted me to part with mine. After selling my first V11 Scura, I bought a V11 Le Mans a few years later, and still love it. But by all means - those of you with a good knowledge of post '65 Guzzi road bikes, what is your top 5 ranking? (because this is the type of shite we do to pass the cold off-riding season days).

Thank you p6x for your sage advice! Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

If I didn't love my V11 so much, it would be easy.

Impressive description of work done and looks to be in great condition. Please talk me out of selling my 03 V11 Le Mans and kicking in the difference to buy this beauty! https://www.facebook.com/share/18HADMX3zG/

For your alternator cover, I bought one of these carbon fiber versions, which appear to be on sale for $75 right now: https://mdicarbonfiber.com/products/ducati-moto_guzzi_1100_sport-alternator-cover

Sanders ran an incredibly consistant race from beginning to end, and certainly deserved the win! Too bad this might be the last positive bit of news for KTM for a long time.

I loved the straight-cut gear whine of my VFRs - these would be a perfect winter project for someone with the wherewithal to install them.

Hmmm, went over to wildgoose.com and didn't see anything in their Classified For Sale section. Perhaps I'm not looking in the right place?

If you haven't already tried it, I highly recommend trying Seal-Mate before anything else on your leaking fork seal - best $7 I've ever spent. Turns out most leaks are caused by grit getting between your fork and seal. This little tool removes the grit in 5 minutes without scratching your fork. Its important to watch the video. It took care of my last 3 leaking fork seals on 3 different bikes: https://sealmate.net/

Finally completed the break-in mileage on my '03 Le Mans [emoji16] Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

This is 100% true!

Unfortunately, I could not. And it was blocked by that table.

Not really sure where to post this, but last night on a trip to Paris with my wife, I stumble upon this beauty in an antique store window (called Lila's Antiquities). Seems to be all aluminum Guzzi - not sure what the donor model is. Went back today to arrange for shipping ([emoji16]), but they are closed til Wednesday. Leaving Paris tomorrow, but will be emailing them soon. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

...ok - had to try. So, not going to give us a hint on your asking price? Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Is it free to the first responder? [emoji28] Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Sadly, 'could not make the Southern Spine Raid this year, but went for a long ride in solidarity Sunday, ending at my friend's cigar shop, who captured my arrival with a decent photo. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

I've been suffering from acute FOMO all weekend, not being able to make it. Looks like you all had an epic time! I'm hoping to be retired in a year, and will plan to make a week of it, and meet you all in-person next spine raid! Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Again, the meme was not a put down to Guzzi. The low-tech Hungarian guy was the hero of the event - taking the silver medal with ease with a much lower-tech old school set up.

...I wouldn't take it too seriously. But i think it somewhat accurately depicts BMW as always pursuing the latest technology (at times to their detriment), and Guzzi getting the job done well with less tech flash. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Have to say its kinda true, and i love the fact that the guy on the right representing Guzzi took a silver medal that night in his low-tech livery. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Yes, I've been enjoying my '03 Le Mans for over 4 years now. But thanks for reaching out. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Just watched it - filled in so many blanks for me. I'm surprised that Pete Roper hasn't added his insight to this one. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

I just ordered my copy from Italy - can't wait to receive it! Also, as discussed (apparently on a separate thread i can no longer find), i finally got around to writing to Piaggio Italy and North America urging them to produce a Dr. John tribute livery for the V100 Mandello. Here is the english text (also sent in Italian). Hopefully it will get them thinking about it if they aren't already. I will let you know should i get a non-automated response: "As you are likely aware, one of the most important individuals in Moto Guzzi history, Dr. John Wittner, died earlier this year. After discussing with dozens of other Guzzisti, we firmly believe that it would be fitting for you to produce a V100 Mandelo tribute model to this legend, similar to what you have done over the years for Omobono Tenni. Certainly, Dr. John's contributions to Moto Guzzi are every bit as important as Tenni's. A new book called "Dr. John's Moto Guzzi" was just released two months ago, and should provide all the information you need to make this tribute livery. Not only is this the proper thing for Moto Guzzi to do, I am quite certain that it would be a highly sought-after model. Thank you for your consideration."