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my money's on it being a factory special. All are likely late production 2001's. "What better way to use those extra black tanks when we're short of silver ones"

I wasn't planning on posting anywhere else. I bought my Tenni new from Harpers in '03. A great shop! I try to get what I need from them but it hasn't always been "easy", at least by my definition. I'm glad to see the restructure.

Harper's Moto Guzzi Tune Up Hello friends and clientele of Harper’s Moto Guzzi, below is an update from Owner, Curtis Harper. Well, it certainly has been a long time since I have been able to get anything sent out about the status of Harper’s Moto Guzzi. I’m happy to say that even with as many challenges as we have had the last year or so, we are still here every day answering the phone to assist you. As we have made it thru, we have also made new commitments to improve our services. The first thing that I am really excited about is that I have finally found someone I am comfortable with to help us get up to speed with the website and making your experience mush easier and more enjoyable. Earlier this year, our site crashed due to a massive change in our hosting company. I initially thought we had been hacked, however it was the evolution of technology that was the culprit. We got things bandaged back up and have been limping along in search of someone who may understand what we need, and most importantly what helps you enjoy your motorcycle in whatever way you need. Our first goal with the new site and the new folks helping us out starts with improved communication. Based on the fact that our internal operating system was written before Al Gore ever invented the internet, we have not had a way to keep up with all the notifications on tracking and backorders and such the way we should. And yes, finally we are going to join the rest of the world in being able to do that. Also, on hand quantities are going to be active. This may take a while to reconcile every number, location, and stock levels but it is a priority. And of course, being just as serviceable on computer, tablet, or phone. Another thing that I wish to address is component quality. I know that there are less expensive choices on a lot of parts. There is quite often a good reason for that. I strive to only offer top line parts. Chinese or third world country parts are most often just not worth the risk. Things like bearings, brakes, shocks, and other parts likes this are just not something we will be offering. At times, there may not be an option on certain items, and even at that, if I am not comfortable with it, Harper’s will not sell it. We have never been the discount capital of the Guzzi world, and we won’t become it now. We will continue to provide the best options for reasonable prices. We will also be keeping up better with emails updates and specials. As we have been doing inventory to try to make the numbers right for the new site, we have been coming across a lot of hard to find or obsolete parts and will be notifying existing customers of these parts first thru these emails. So, make sure you stay on the list. And just as you would change dealers if you didn't like the way your motorcycle was being serviced, we are changing hosting companies this weekend, so you may experience slight changes and updates to what you see on the site as we achieve a better online adventure for you! We look forward to a very bright 2022 Curtis Harper Starting off your Christmas season right for your Guzzi enthusiast, we have located a nice quality baseball cap in RED or GREY for just $14.95 Also don't forget to browse our t-shirts and other moto Guzzi personal accessories in our ACCESSORY DEPARTMENT

@po18guy and that's what I have used, and for the same reasons. It's good to add to one's knowledge base though.

I'm sorry I have nothing to offer on the tech level, but I am following with much interest and with gratitude to those doing the foot(finger)work to arrive at the best oil for our V11's. In the end a short list of brands weights and compounds will hopefully leave us with a mutually acknowledged preference. I think the frustration felt by many, from years of oil threads on this- and many other- sites is, they go nowhere other than "this is what I use". I'm glad to see the oil analyzed as to what it offers, and the engine analyzed as to what it needs.

he was ... comforting to watch

this has been posted earlier. Magnificent bike great minds think alike.

I've lived in Indiana my whole life. Sometimes the season ends abruptly around now and sometimes we're good to mid December. Rare occasion has a nice week in Jan or Feb.

According to some on this linked thread all you have to do is state that it's less than 1500 and you're home free. Thinking about Ins companies for a minute, I'm going to venture to say that they already know how many were produced, considering the entire business is built on statistics. Also, why would you get a discount if it is more rare and harder to fix or replace? Maybe they figure a "collector" bike will be better cared for. Who knows. My Ins co is State Farm, a large Ins Co. They couldn't even find "LeMans" in their data base, only Sport. Same for my BMV. So I have 2 Sports. They also run credit checks in Indiana with your score affecting your premium.

I spotted a comment saying Tenni production numbers should be 150 and not 170. A response came back with no, it's 170 ... and referenced V11 LM.Com !! So it seems people all over the world want to know. Thanks for the work p6x. Jon K, you'll likely need to directly contact the factory IN Italy for any chance of an answer. I did once and got a reply, so it's not impossible.

clutch slave bleeder

Checking off your "stops" list and having it just be a "thing" in such a captivating part of the country, is such a cool way to enjoy riding. I could live in Texas, and for a number of reasons. Thanks for sharing this

Welcome Jens!

garage band '68

I sent a note to ask about it and he was kind enough to respond. He hasn't had it long and is not sure of the history but says it runs well and the P/O was a multi Guzzi guy.

very well done and informative Pete. Thank you.

really nice motorcycle. I love the owner comments

I'd like a copy of those cartoons when finished please ...

I can't speak to the knee surgery but can speak to the dark thoughts of an ageing motorcyclist. I'm 71 and in great shape...for 71 and it's a lot harder to move the bikes around in the shop than it used to be. The V11 is the easiest to maneuver among my five bikes because it carries it's weight low, but I don't think I could pick it up from a fall over. At some point we all have to consider the possibility of diminished abilities. Motorcycling is very important to me, and my simple plan is to not acquire any more bikes at or near 500 pounds. The Tenni will be my last big bike. It is very easy for me to ride her now and I hope I can for a very long time. I can't imagine ever getting rid of her. Arthritis in the left hand makes clutching painful with some bikes, but not the Tennis' lightened setup. I have a lightweight DR650 that will be there for me if-when I get too decrepit. I've also had the inspiration from several riding buddies over the years whom I've watched deal with some serious sht and managed to persevere with two wheels (well, Bill's foot was torn off in a crash and he finally got a 3 wheeler). Mark is 78 and with knee pain rides a Bergman with a home-made seat, and it's amazing how fast he rides.

I want to second this post and especially the "it is still good basic maintenance." part. Actually to the point of putting this in the top 3 items to address for new owners. I watched and listened to forum members and when I finally got around to it (regulator/rectifier went bad) I did this: cleaned and brushed/scraped/sanded all surfaces from batt to case (see docc's post) THEN added another wire (same as batt ground) from case forward to a bolt on the frame, and then another from there to the R/R. I used DeOxit and star lock washers at all points. (made me feel better) Potential grounding failure at these points are known and should be addressed first.

That is surprising!

MGCycles has a Lot of my money. I go there first. For replacement oem stuff AF1 or Harpers. Harpers used to have many items in stock, not guaranteed anymore these days. I always call if I think it's something they are just going to order from Italy AFter I pay for it. Sometimes they come back to me with "NLA." Some items are laying around in obscure dealership parts bins and that takes some work and patience to find. For something "unobtainable" I will always get the p/n and put it into my ebay search notifications. It has served me very well. As far as Guzzi goes, as long as you keep passion for your bike, you won't be disappointed.

just scroll up Bill.... Thanks again for the coverage of yet another good time.