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you synth guys are guilting me

20-50 dino. I use Harley Davidson, or Spectro -They make BMW's oil. not sure about the fancy stuff. Dude, did you get an owners manual with that bike?

I've often found myself thinking the very same thing docc. couldn't describe it better. I'm thinking that the hangy down bits at the rear that resembles two, too big ear lobes, is the culprit. I wouldn't give up the extra fuel residing there for looks though. I've wondered, does the 1100 Spoti tank fit? Is it nylon too?

I figured you did. Good idea. Great subject. comment start #23 here http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19518&page=2 Possibly redundant. this post will self destruct when read.. ?

Yeah, I have concerns. I own 2 '02 LM's. One has no sign of stretch or bubble. The Tenni is showing some stretch. It is tight on the rear mount bolt hole. I removed it last year for winter maintenance, emptied and set aside. It was off about 4 mos. It was not as bad at fitment as it was when I took it off. This reinforces the theory I've read about the tank "recovering" when it sits without gas for a while. There is some slight problem with the paint, but not fuel related, I don't believe. No bubble or separation. My 'option' is as I've stated in another post, is an aluminum replacement. I don't think it's completely necessary, but it would alleviate any future problems, and would look killer on the Tenni. Buffed, not polished or painted, would also be in keeping with the intent of the Tenni tribute theme and color. There is a man here in Indianapolis that can do the job. I know him and he's done bodywork for myself and several other enthusiasts. He is very talented. I just have to catch him at the right moment, as he's always busy with 2 or 3 projects. As one would imagine with someone possessing those skills. He's seen it and said it would be the type he would enjoy duplicating. Just gotta make it happen. It seems the Tank Shop in Scotland is being less than enthusiastic to some members here. I personally have not contacted him. The price (now?), the distance, and the wait, sorta put me off. He does make some beautiful pieces. The Ducati Peeps must have some contacts for them because Acerbis made many of their tanks as well. I have a friend with a Sport 1000 Duc and he had one made somewhere in Europe. I didn't bother to ask him where he got it because it cost him 2200. I don't want one that bad.

Ha, I have a mower I bought in 1989. I haven't even unscrewed the cap to check the oil. Shameful. Briggs & Stratton 5HP

should you decide to, I'd like to follow the process:) did you add to the LM or was it already on it?

so your recommendation is any hose clamp that fits? thanks

p.s. anyone have a spec and source for that hose clamp? Roy says metric. JBBenson?

Not what you want to find Craig. My condolences. Now on with the fantasy!

crossed up my response short circuit maybe SP838 "I love that bike! Definitely keep on him." Yup, he's just across town. It's been a couple months, so I just sent him and email. A very nice email.

Is that who made the tank for "Ponti?" I think I read that this guy made his tank... http://www.thetankshop.com/

I know a man that build's tanks. He is very good. I had him interested this spring to make me one. He got busy with other tanks and backed out. (he works metal part time) I will stay on him and eventually...... this one is his work

Regarding the brake pedal hitting the exhaust... like doccs answer (he said it better than I did) the post I made earlier was an attempt to help you correct that problem. this post .. If she took a hard hit on the muffler, the muffler bracket (plate) or the hanger may be bent. The whole exhaust system may have been pushed to the left side a bit. (this can cause the exhaust to hit the brake pedal) You can loosen all the exhaust bolts and clamps and coax everything back. The right side muffler, in it's standard position, will look like it is further out than the left one. It was built this way. So don't let that mess with your head. Does it have the emission canister still on? It's the stupid looking thing attached to the bracket that the exhaust crossover is hanging from. With hoses coming out. Right in the center, in front of the rear tire. That hanger bracket could be bent too. This is all easy stuff.

I get the sinking feeling it's in Italy

do it docc.... do it! (couldn't find one eating popcorn)

ok I'm sold. any particular clamp preference? looks like an ordinary hose clamp snugged up to lock her in.

nice shot. that could be my bike, and that could be Indiana. small beautiful world.

Braaaaappp indeed, and welcome

did you shut her off while getting gas? A failure after 30 sec after restart is curious. I don't think it would have restarted 30 sec from a seized motor.

"Great I'm glad this is all fixable. I was so worried the pipes were bent and I would have to heat it up with an oxy-acetylene torch and bend it. The metal tube the right handlbar controls go over is bent. Is that repairable?" I'm only speculating based on the one photo. I can't really tell the extent of the damage from it. All things bent can be straightened, unless it's cast. Even some cast can but not easily. I'm advising what you should try first. I have found that many buggered up items can be put right with some finesse and fiddling. the tube that you speak of IS the handlebar. 7/8" X about 12" long.?? That's what I was calling a "clip-on" handlebar earlier when describing how to fix it. There is an anti-vibe assembly inside it under the bar end weight. Just strip the tube down as best you can and stick it in a vise. Take care to not crush in the vise. You can use a couple bits of hard wood on either side while clamping. Use and iron pipe 2 to 3 ft long that will slip over the tube. Slowly bend it. It will bend relatively easy. Roll it on a flat surface to check for straight.

Just to answer directly... I would have some Guzzi performance builder guru have his way with it. But.... What I am curious about is the sequence of the tragedy. What happened?

no idea knumb, but following this to see what you find.

Yeah. When my uncle bought the bike secondhand back in 2007, there were some scratches on the right side muffler. I also know the bike once tipped over in the wind and gas leaked and stripped some paint from the right fairing. If she took a hard hit on the muffler, the bracket (plate) or the hanger may be bent. The whole exhaust system may have been pushed to the left side a bit. You can loosen all the exhaust bolts and clamps and coax everything back. The right side muffler, in standard position, will look like it is further out than the left one. It was built this way. So don't let that mess with your head. Does it have the emission canister still on? It's the stupid looking thing attached to the bracket that the exhaust crossover is hanging from. With hoses coming out. Right in the center, in front of the rear tire. That hanger bracket could be bent too. This is all easy stuff.

The exhaust clip? No sorry, the clip-on handlebar