VALVE NOISE ?

[jrt]

If they are set right, then don't worry about it. Guzzi's have noisey valves, it's just a fact. You want to hear some noise? Listen to my Eldorado- it absolutely wails so loudly that I don't drive it at 60. I go 70, so I can't hear it.

Loosely set valves are much less prone to damage than tighter settings. Don't overtighten the valves.

And you may just want to commute in 5th or 4th gear. There's no commandment that says you have to use 6th. I just try (when cruising) to keep my rpms in the 4000+ range. 5500 and up is fine for acceleration, but I find it fatiguing on longer trips.

J

[svjj]

Jrt

Thanks I set my valves last night to .006 and .008 the sound is about the same not bad I cant hear it with my helmet on. I rode the bike last night and no problems the bike runs great. I think I was slightly woried for nothing. I also just kept my bike above 4,000rpms and you are right she is much happier.

thanks for all the advice and help

 

JJ