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that appears to be it, but out of stock and no size choice thank you sir

the plastic edge piece for the strap. 'plastic edge trim' search gets me one edge. I can't find it if I don't know what the hell it is.

strange. on my phone it's fuzzy. on my desktop and laptop it's clear, until I enlarge it

Wouldn't call it a hijack luhbo, it's all relevant to Kane's query. And, I sure don't want to start a tire thread here. There are plenty of good tires. It's just not the usual for me to hear negative ratings for Avon, and I was curious, as I respect your input here. I have Roadsmart 3's on the Sport Nero at the moment, and like them very much. Avon's on the Tenni, though they came 'newish', but not fresh, from my parts bike, so that and the frame differences to the red frame, make a comparison unfair. First time for Avon on this bike, and they work well for me. I'm with you on the front springs, mine (red frame) work well for my needs. Does raising the rear with a longer shock create the same instability conditions as lowering the tubes in the clamps, or is that different geometry altogether? I raised the rear on my R1100s to accommodate a 180, and did see an improvement. Thanks and thanks to Kane

So, what is your tyre brand preference and what are your thoughts on rear spring mods?

looks very cozy down there. how long is the expected hibernation?

I agree. Ageing tires won't properly represent the bikes handling capabilities. It's always good to know the baseline in a new relationship. Shinko makes a good tire. Great maybe, for the niche they're in. I have them on 2 bikes, a dual purpose and a 650 vintage "scrambler". Both bikes rarely see 60 mph. I would not put them on my fast-n-fun bikes. Both Guzzi have Avon at he moment, and the FJ09 has Dunlop Roadsmart.

ha ha.... nice

From an ad for a 2001 Rosso Mandello #261... " This bike’s black engine paint, like all early production V11s, exhibits the unintended original factory “crinkle coat” finish (see pic) " Here ...https://raresportbikesforsale.com/tag/rosso-mandello/ also, I seem to recall Adam's stunning RM (at SSR15) having the bubble paint. I suspect Guzzi bodged the black paint from the start.. till sometime in '02. Unless one is certain of the bikes history, how does one tell if if it's a warranty replacement? I have seen bikes advertised stating such. Also, a bike that's had any motor work done would surely have the paint seen to at that time.

money well spent!

I guess I didn't realize the silver block's were even painted .

welcome Kelly, until you get a "new" forum spring, be sure to carry an extra old one. it work's as a talisman to keep the other from breaking! There's also a thread somewhere for roadside repair of a broken spring. just in case

buy them all. you will wish you had someday. they all are reasonably priced imo.

Guzzi offered replacement engine cases under warranty, so there will be those found with nice paint jobs.

hmmm... maybe just a fur ball. And seafoam is a good idea. The 'Italian tune up' she's getting on the way home has got to be helping.

on the early sport, the frame is different so wheelbase is 19mm shorter, . and all '02 and up, the frame is braced better.

Adventure! Sounds of intermittent fuel starvation from.... idk, stressed pump, mashed potatoes in the lower reaches of the fuel tank? what was fuel level when this happened? Just shite gas on the last fill up? throw some fuel additive in just for kicks. WAS there vacuum in the tank when you popped the lid?

If the greenie is the one on CL in Covina, I would check out myself if I weren't 2000 miles away.

To my knowledge, all '02 and some carry-over '03 were affected. '01 Rosso Mandello, not sure of, but most likely so. Mine, from new, started bubbling between 3 and 4k miles. It took 3k or more miles to get the full effect. I left it till I replaced the clutch to remove the engine and strip and paint. Ford simi-gloss engine paint.

an old and worn front tire will present as heavy steer on a sport bike. Also, a 19 year old moto that's been sitting, and with an unknown history, should be looked at as you would any vintage bike. Off with the tank and wash it out. Do the "tank off maintenance" while there. Have a look at the breather tube, goes from the underside of the frame near the head down to the rear of the case. That thing can/will rot and disintegrate, and leak oil. Service every electrical connection and ground you can find. that's a start... as others have said, short frames are quite stable riders. You get that thing sorted and you'll be laughing. welcome citizen

every time I have the rear wheel off, I use this nipple attached to my grease gun hose. the point of it is directed inside the zerk fitting, by depressing the tiny ball. it is still at a slight angle and a little bit of grease escapes, but with care and even pressure applied, the job gets done. I have an '02 frame,.... unsure of early frames

agreeing with this line of thought, I would do as gstallons suggests, and eliminate any potential problems with external shift components first. You will have wasted no time on it as it most likely needs cleaned, lubed, and thoroughly inspected, if for nothing else, peace of mind. Then think about the pre-selector mechanism, which, for real peace of mind, (and motorcycling enjoyment) truly must be seen too and sorted in the manner outlined on this forum. It's easy enough a job for the mechanically inclined non professional, and getting the new shift spring in there is highly recommended.

it takes 4 days to get to socal. and a lot more ants.

This is interesting. Good luck and can’t wait to see what turns up

Chuck, you gotta ride south of Indy.