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I posed the TPS gap question to a friend of my brother who was a Guzzi dealer / Guzzi Race team owner in the 90s and early 2000s (now vintage car builder/racer), and here is his reply: "🤣 Marelli FI if l remember. Lowest cost supplier…. Design change of the sensor or throttle body or both…. Both are sealed for water intrusion by design. Air for TB. Water for electrical connection on the Tps. could always tape off and insert some black RTV. " Was hoping his input might be a bit more enlightening, like "adds more air for intake by design", but seems to confirm what you were all thinking - just not one of Guzzi's better moments in parts supply integration... Mareli FI if l remember. Lowest cost supplier…. Design change of the sensor or throttle body or both…. Both are sealed for water intrusion by design. Air for TB. Water for electrical connection on the Tps. could always tape off and insert some black RTV.

Never wanting to miss out on a good preventative medicine tip, I also sprayed some Deoxit on my TPS connection. For the first time I noticed that little open gap at the front of the TPS and body as shown in the attached photo. I'm assuming this is by design, but seems to be a place water can easily enter. Any thoughts on why this gap exists? Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

It's a Ford part - that's a surprise. Next obvious question is if we can order them from our local Ford Dealer parts department.

Gorgeous bike nakaimoto! The number of those in the US with mileage below 10k and great condition is probably in the single digits. Congratulations and enjoy - nothing quite like the wonderful feeling of riding a V11.

Took my '03 Le Mans for a long spirited ride with my buddy and his '06 Ducati Supersport (yesterday). Still have a smile on my face. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Thanks mikev and docc. Tapatalk doesn't seem to like your links, so will have to do from my laptop when I get home tonight. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Hmm, somehow I completely missed discussions on the Lucky Phil Shift Extender. I tried a search but didn't come up with anything. Please do tell. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Should anyone be interested for reference, it sold for $11,300 (threw in the rear stand as part of the deal). Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Bike is SOLD Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

But the bidder is spelling it Knofler without the "p", so not sure it's our Dire Straits hero Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Oh man! https://silodrome.com/moto-guzzi-daytona-1000/ Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Sold Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Excellent, will do. Thanks! Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

I got this high-quality custom kit with my 03 Le Mans, and thought I might install it one day but have decided against it. Very nice billet aluminum risers with Guzzi logo etched in two spots. The brake and clutch lines are Spiegler braided stainless lines. Instructions included. Rise is 2.5" $135 shipped (in the lower 48). Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

That guard looks like it should do the job, please let us know the brand and where you bought it. Thanks. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Yeah, not cheap, but includes new timing belts and valve check. Cost is mostly labor. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Incidentally, the Desmo Service is at 18k miles (30,000 km), not 16k miles, according to my manual. Since I change my own oil/filter, my Ducati Service guy told me the Desmo Service would be around $900. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

...just to add - the range of a full tank of gas is around 170 miles. I found it comfortable to go that distance without stopping in between. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Sure thing. I really wish I didn't have to sell it, but only have room for 3 bikes. Ducati did a very good job with the new Supersport generation - the S model performs and handles extremely well. I've taken it mostly on 3-day weekend trips, but I did do one 7-day 1600 mile long tour of Maryland, WV, Kentucky. It was a real pleasure in the mountain twisties of WV! But I would say that trip (for me in my late 50s) was the limit of what I would do on this bike. The bars are relatively high and close, so seating is semi-upright, so that's not a problem. Also, mine has the comfort seat, which is nice for longer trips. The stock windshield doesn't offer much protection, so I've tried 2 others and finally think the CalSci is pretty good (all 3 shields included). If I had to pick one niggle, it would be that the mirrors vibrate a bit. You don't feel it much in the grips, but even the Ducati mirror recall didn't fully fix the problem. It wouldn't be a deal breaker, but everything else is so well done, you sometimes notice it. One thing for sure, IMHO, it's by far the best looking sport touring bike on the road. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Thank you LowRyter. I figured you would probably see it on the other forum. Tough decision to sell the lovely Duc, but the RS will be great for some 10 day 2500 mile tours my buddies and I have been planning. I can always buy another Supersport in the future if I miss it too much. Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

I was given the go-ahead to list this on the forum. I'm reluctantly selling my lovely Ducati to make room for the BMW R1200RS I just acquired for longer tours. The S model includes fully adjustable Ohlins suspension, Quick Shifter, and Rear Seat Cowl. Perfect bike for sport touring or occasional track days. Bike has 15,925 miles on the clock. Over $5,000 invested in accessories: Ducati Side cases - $1600 (yes, ridiculous price) SC Project titanium exhaust with carbon fiber cover - $1030 EBC front brake rotors and pads Rare Ilmberger carbon fiber Bellypan Motocomposites carbon fiber timing belt covers, air duct covers, inner side panels, sprocket cover, chain guard, Instrument cover, rear hugger MRA smoke spoiler windshield and CalScience Touring windshield included I purchased it a couple years ago from Touring Sport Ducati in Greenville, SC. I'm the second owner. It's been meticulously maintained by adult riders in their 50s - never been tracked. I have most service records. Only fully synthetic 4T oil has been used. The Recall CR213 for the rear brake line has been performed by a Ducati dealer. Always garaged and kept on a battery tend. Tires are Dunlop Roadsmart III and only have about 1000 miles on them, New X-ring chain was installed less than a year ago. Both factory immobilizer keys and Owner's Manual included. Lightweight and very quick - a lot of fun to ride! Bike is located in south New Jersey. Please PM me if interested and for additional photos.

Last night had the honor of seeing the Orrin Evans Quintet, featuring Ravi Coltrane (son of John Coltrane) at Chris' Jazz Club in Philly. He's playing his father's sax. An evening to remember! https://photos.app.goo.gl/PzuxVRhtnLwiNs2C9 Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

Great work 👍

Great info FuelCooler - thanks for sharing! Sent from my SM-S901U using Tapatalk

More details please!