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General Discussion / Re: Bring on the Bobber?

« Last post by Guzzidad on Today at 06:45:19 PM »

   I finally took delivery of a 2017 V9 Bobber after waiting for two and a half months for Haul Bikes to work it into their schedule. Some observations: the switch gear is totally different than my 2020 V7 Racer. I've read it's the same switch gear as the Audace. The stock seat is like a piece of wood. Thankfully it also came with the Guzzi comfort seat. I intentionally bought an E4 as opposed to an E5 because I've read they are the Goldilocks of the V9 engine. Can't wait to put some miles on it but need to get it registered first. I think I'm going to like it.

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General Discussion / Re: Haulbikes Recent Shipping Experience

« Last post by Guzzidad on Today at 06:20:40 PM »

   I finally got my bike delivered to Florida from Connecticut. Two and a half months. Kind of slow but I will say Haul Bikes drivers are very good at their job. And the price is right. It would have cost me more than twice the price to drive to Connecticut and back to fetch the bike myself.

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General Discussion / Re: 2023 V85 Decat

« Last post by bad Chad on Today at 04:51:40 PM »

I went with the Agostinee system, 10lbs weight loss, super high quality easy instal. Looks great, sounds much better and seems like it has more punch.   I kept the stock muffler and it runs like a champ, no hiccups or off throttle pops.
It is a chunk of change, however, think it was about $900!   But I figured it will last as long as the rest of the bike, not sure that will be the case with Ali Express type?   Also, I thought it was cool it’s made in the same town as  MG!  I don’t have a 23, so it’s a bit different.

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General Discussion / Re: P0335 Camshaft sensor: no signal

« Last post by jrt on Today at 03:36:06 PM »

You might have to make your own.  In my case, the old and new were the same dimensions, so I did not need to do any adjusting. 

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General Discussion / Re: This Sunday, Nov. 16 = Connecticut-Rhode Island Breakfast

« Last post by n3303j on Today at 02:37:31 PM »

Bike & I are set to ride.

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General Discussion / Re: December SE U.S. Traveling Lunch

« Last post by Motormike on Today at 09:20:51 AM »

I know it’s a ways out yet but weather isn’t looking too terrible for that weekend!  Woo hoo fingers crossed and no Mike I still haven’t fixed the slow leak/rear tire.  But the bike is starting so that’s a good thing!  Lol

At this point, it might be simpler to replace the tire!!

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General Discussion / Re: Marketplace Oddity

« Last post by brider on Today at 09:08:18 AM »

No offense to anyone who's into these things, but it's kind of a monstrosity, no? I can't imagine trying to keep that bodywork clean. Bet it's a comfy ride on a nice, sunny day.

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General Discussion / Re: This Sunday, Nov. 16 = Connecticut-Rhode Island Breakfast

« Last post by brider on Today at 09:04:53 AM »

Yes, forecast for 50's in the morning can't be beat for November. I'll try to make it.

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General Discussion / Re: This Sunday, Nov. 16 = Connecticut-Rhode Island Breakfast

« Last post by chuck peterson on Today at 08:59:56 AM »

Checking the weather…cold and rainy gets cleared late Saturday with warmth and dry early Sunday AM….50’s predawn …

Ride now or wait till March..

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General Discussion / Re: Introductions thread...Introduce yourself to the group !

« Last post by SailArmy on Today at 07:53:20 AM »

Hello All!!
          My name is Darren and I live in Newport News, VA.  I have always been an import guy but this is my first Italian!  I bought this 1998 California EV (38k miles)that had been sitting for ten years.  On the way home from picking it up I was browsing the net and found the sidecar right in my hometown and just couldnt resist. 


So far I have:
-Changed engine oil and filter
-Sealed the fuel tank
-Cleaned the throttle bodies
-Changed transmission and final drive oil
-Lubed cables
-Cleaned chrome

Still on the list:
-All new brake lines/fluids
-Brake pads
-Fork seals
-Replacement rear turn signals (Broken)

         Hoping to get a battery and crank in the next two weeks.  Looking forward to input and advice!