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Great roads there. Riding through the redwoods is magic... but there's no way to do it justice with video or photos. Something that has to be experienced.

Yes, I still have some springs. I sent PMs to Joe and Nick. If anybody else needs spring, just send me a message and I'll give you the payment details.

Incorrect assumption. I want you to get that one, try it out, then come to my house and install one for me. I don't care about the charge light. A gauge would be better. I liked having the Speedhut volt-meter that I added to my LeMans (along with oil pressure gauge).

I have the Electrosport 515 installed, but I think I still have another problem. My Scura has been sittlng recently while ride other bikes. Thanks for the extra research here. Looking forward to a reliable solution.

I saw a V11 LeMans last year the Alps - but no picture to prove it. Here's a link to my video: https://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=20086&p=224612 I will be up there for that beer soon - or you can come to Carlsbad.

Great bike. I saw those down at GP when they were new. Absolutely stunning in person. ...and do my eyes deceive me or does that Norton use the same clutch slave cylinder as our V11s?

There are three cables at the positive terminal 1) Goes to Starter 2) Goes to 30 amp fuse 3) Goes into the loom and then where? I don't know.

Make sure to disconnect the battery if you using the high-amperage charging, especially with the desulfate mode. I am still trying to sort out an electrical problem on my Scura, which I think I may have caused by using the Battery Minder to charge the Odyssey while still connected to the bike. Apparently it can damage the regulator. 5AM loud bike... isn't that called an alarm clock? People will appreciate getting an early start to their day.

Sounds like a fun trip. Throw us a photo or two when you get a chance.

I used a black satin engine case paint by VHT (ESP903007). Here's a link to the product on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CPCRN6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I only repainted entire parts - didn't try any touch up. But the finish is good and durable, and I think quite close to the original.

Yeah, bummer - though I saw something about them continuing to do service after they close the dealership. We still have places like Harpers and MG Cycle - both of whom offer fair prices and great service. I'm looking at my signed copy of Guzziology now. What a treasure.

Joe - Wouldn't it be worth a battery and some fresh fluids to make sure it's all ready for the next owner? I assume you will ask an above average price for this labor of love. Anyone who will pay above average will expect the bike to be ready to ride - as-is. If you're just looking for the highest total price, you might do well to restore the original exhaust and suspension and sell the Quat-D and Ohlins separately. If you want to sell it as-is, I think it would probably go for a bit less than one of the special editions that came stock with Ohlins. They buyer will have to decide if all those extra parts are worth anything to them. It's a beautiful machine - and a shame it hasn't seem much road time. But it sounds like you are enjoying the cars a lot these days.

Oh, wait... the 440 was a 2-stroke, right? I was thinking 440 4-stroke. OMG that thing must have been beast.

And then, again, 10 minutes later, when they replace that enormous exhaust can.

If my starting point was any Suzuki DR, I would go for more power. But there comes a point when more power also come with some complications. My TE510 Husqvarna, for example, was more powerful than my (same year) TE450. But the 510 would overheat. The 450 was therefore a better bike for me - it was also easier to control the power. My Husky 701 is far more powerful than a DR650 (plus the suspension is light-years ahead). If I were to get another lightweight dirtbike, I would probably go with the FE350 Husqvarna. Less power and more range than the same-frame 450 and 501 models - but slightly more nimble and better fuel economy. I like fuel economy on dirt bikes, because I like going on long rides without hauling extra fuel. One of my buddies is getting the FE350 soon - can't wait to try it. However, if the question was HP, fuel efficiency, or better suspension, I'd take the suspension. That KTM 440 suspension must also be part of why you like it better than the Suzukis.

"First one's free" is good marketing for consumables, not durable goods. Sounds like a great event, despite the mechanical challenges. SoCAL Not a Rally coming up soon here in San Diego.

https://www.motopinas.com/motorcycle-news/moto-guzzi-debuts-the-production-v85-tt-modern-classic-enduro.html ^^ another article with some great pictures of the new bike AND the 1980s TTs in action. “Tutto Terreno” (all-terrain)

psst... hey mister... you wanna buy an unbreakable shift spring?

True to both Pete and Dave. I got all hot and bothered when the Ducati Sport 1000 (the retro-styled cafe racer) was launched. Saved my money and bought a new one. They were (IMO) gorgeous, and in every rider's opinion, far superior to the Triumph Thruxtons available at the time. Then I found out Ducati was having a hard time selling them. Then they were summarily discontinued... and now they are "collectible" and sell for more than the original sticker price. And the Thruxton (especially the R model) has evolved into a fine motorbike. And Triumph has done pretty well with their adventure bikes too. As for me, I'd prefer one of these air-cooled V85s over a Triumph Tiger or a Ducati Multistrada.

I always thought is weird to refer to a Guzzi engine as any kind of block. To me a "block" is a solid part that has cylinders and a place to attach the crankshaft. A guzzi motor is a case - and the piston barrels slip in. Yeah - I think that's a legitimate worry. But there seems to be a growing awareness that a midsize adventure bike doesn't need to have massive peak HP. A comparison against the upcoming Yamaha 700 Tenere seems inevitable. Hopefully it will have a good, solid load of torque - and a low enough first gear to crawl through rocks or launch quickly from stoplights.

But Stew says we don't have to give up any power to get 20% more MPG. I'm ready to send in my money for whatever Stew's new product is. But probably some oil company will buy the invention and hide it so they can sell more oil. It's all a big conspiracy man... ...debunked though: https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/nobodys-fuel/ ^ the 200 mpg carburetor story.

I'd take the 20% better fuel economy. Reasons? 1: for extra range on long rides. (That would be about 30 extra miles between fill-ups on my V11) 2: save a bit of money 3: my bikes have plenty of power already

Probably a typo, but FEARures made me laugh. I'm afraid I don't know how to use my brakes... ABS I'm afraid I don't know how to corner... traction control I'm afraid I can't use the clutch... shift assist etc. Supposedly, this new motor is to be used in a series of new bikes. On the HP: the claim of 80 HP from an 850cc twin is believable (at least within range) when I compare to the 70HP that my 700cc Husqvarna thumper makes. At least they are putting out something worth talking about (cruisers and standards don't do it for me). Anyway... there is a lot of speculation out there, which is kind of fun. I will await some ride reports and try to ride one myself when they come stateside.

Pioggia means "rain" in Italian. Ironically, very close in spelling to Piaggio, the name of Moto Guzzi's parent company. I assume this is a user-selectable rider mode for the ABS... I haven't heard anything about electronic traction control for this bike.

My mistake - it's the 180 that drops to a 55 sidewall - making the 170/60 and 180/55 closer in total height to each other.