thelonewonderer
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So, since I'll be removing the engine from my 2003 V11 Sport, I've been considering replacing the air box with pod filters. Any thoughts on this, or recommendations on which brands are the best for such a swap? Thanks everyone! --Ted
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I'm excited to get to work on this! I just have to finish up the old Honda I am rebuilding for a friend, so I can clear up some space in my garage. Thanks for all of the help, so far, everyone. I'm sure that I'll be back, picking your brains during the process, as well. Hopefully, within the next few weeks!
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Is this the type of tensioner you mean: http://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=347
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Is this one deep enough: http://www.amazon.com/Sunex-International-2832-Impact-Socket/dp/B000TD8P3M/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1441817447&sr=8-5&keywords=32mm+deep+socket Or should I go for a 3/4" drive? Thanks for the offer of letting me borrow, but I'd be too scared that it would get lost in the mail, or something like that.
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Oh yeah, I've been reading and rereading the shop manual over and over. I got it printed out and bound so that I won't need my laptop next to me while I do the work. I've also been getting into Dave Richardson's "Guzziology." This will be the 5th engine I've worked on, but the first Guzzi, so I'm trying to be as prepared as possible.
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Thanks for the response! It's helping to prove my theory that Guzzi enthusiasts are some of the nicest folks around! I've been in contact with Rick from MG Cycle. He said that the tool in the link below is great for getting the bearing flanges out. http://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=80&products_id=334 I'm planning on ordering one, soon.
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Hey all! I will need to remove the engine of my 2003 V11 Sport to get the crankshaft out. The bearings went out in one of the connecting rods, and it marred the crank pretty badly. I know it won't be an easy task, but I plan to do the work myself. Could anyone tell me what special tools I will need for the engine removal, and all the way down to the the crankshaft? I have a pretty good idea of what I will need, but I would feel more comfortable hearing from someone that has already gone through this process. Thanks in advance!
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So, I've finally dropped the oil pan. There were no metal flakes in the oil. Not sure if I want to continue on if it may not be a bearing...
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Not at all. Everything is helpful! Unfortunately, I still haven't had a chance to drop the sump. I'm on my 9th day straight of work, so free time as been nonexistent. My plan is to drop the sump, assess the damage, then go from there. It's a shame, I got the bike six months ago to be my daily ride. Less than 4k miles later and I officially had to buy a car so I could have reliable transportation. It saddens me, since I really enjoy Guzzis. It'll probably be a while before I can find the time and money to get it going, again.
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I haven't been able to drop the oil yet. Where did you find the new parts for yours?
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The rotor is good and tight. I'll be pulling the sump and rod caps as soon as I get some time.
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Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to be an exhaust leak.
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Sorry for being so green, but what do you mean by "big ends?" Update--I realized what "big ends" are. Is it possible to change the bearing, if that is indeed what is wrong with it, by removing the sump and going through the bottom?
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As for my mechanical ability, I've rebuilt the top ends of a few older Japanese bikes. Looks like I'll be diving into this one, too, as the local Italian bike shop charges $125/hr.
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Yeah, I haven't been riding it or running it. I only rode it the day I started hearing the knock. Since then, it's just been started a couple of times, while I tried to determine where the sound was coming from.
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The knock is there when clutched while riding, as well.yes, but I'm working on the theory that a noise which stays same in two different gears at same roadspeed comes from after the gearbox, ie driveshaft and wheels. Yet yours is present when stationary, so must be motor related. I believe it is motor related, as well. I have recently checked the valve clearances; they are in spec.
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The knock is there when clutched while riding, as well.
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Changing gears doesn't change the knock frequency. I should also note that the knock is there with and without the clutch engaged.
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Here is a link to the sound. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h869ANKhGR0&feature=youtu.be I used Red Line Synthetic 10w 60.
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Hey all! I have a 2003 V11 Sport. It has just over 18k miles on it. I did the scheduled maintenance about 2-300 miles ago. Riding home from work the other night, I became aware of a knocking sound. It seems to have started suddenly, as I didn't notice anything until that ride, and it is my daily rider. It doesn't knock while idling, but from 2k RPM and up, the knocking is very noticeable. I'll see if I can upload a video where the sound can be heard. I've changed the spark plugs and searched all over for anything loose, externally, but no luck. I know this isn't much to go off of, but does anyone have a thought or two?? I would consider anything helpful!
