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General Discussion / Re: V7 Engine Removal/Swap

« Last post by Dirk_S on Today at 07:25:42 PM »

That’s really informative. I am on the cusp of removing my V85 motor to remove the black paint..

I’m making minor edits to the steps for clarity, so you might want to check back before jumping in.

PS—high-five to bringing that beautiful motor out of the dark and into the light ;)

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General Discussion / Re: V7 Engine Removal/Swap

« Last post by Huzo on Today at 06:55:53 PM »

Not difficult, but more involved than many transverse-crank motors. Do you have the service manual for your V7? If so, there’s a section instructing how to remove the motor from the bike.

Essentially it comes down to:

• Remove exhausts.
• Support the rear of the bike (hanging strap, jack stands, et al).
• Support the engine under the sump when ready to remove (milk crate works!).
• Remove swing-arm & wheel.
• Remove intake snorkel.
• Disconnect throttle & clutch cables (careful of the clutch arm spring).
• Disconnect sensors/wires.
• Disconnect the gear shifter connection.
• Remove the 2 gearbox-frame mounting bolts in the back (NOT the lower frame rail mounts…yet) and the 4 bolts in front connecting the lower frame rail to the main frame. Removing these 6 bolts releases the motor & lower rails from the frame (have that motor supported!). I’d recommend removing one pair of bolts in the front first before removing the two bolts in the back, so as not to stress the front rail-frame connection when the rear section frees up.
• Pick one—Lift the frame up off the motor, or lower the motor from the frame, making sure to disconnect the neutral switch—don’t forget or risk damaging.
• Remove the lower frame rails from the motor.
• Drink beer.

That’s really informative. I am on the cusp of removing my V85 motor to remove the black paint..

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General Discussion / Re: 17" front on a V85?

« Last post by Bulldog9 on Today at 05:50:26 PM »

As stated 17mm shorter shock factory that lowers seat 1" when allowing for the angle of the shock. The stock seat has no rubbers under it so it's as low as the Guzzi low seat. The forks are raised to the fourth line and the side stand has been shortened already. It's all together not enough as far as I'm concerned.
The real question is if the TC, ABS and Lean angle on the 2025 will work without codes. The speedo is useless anyway so I would use a GPS. The one extra inch of shorter height the 17 would give could be a perfect fit.
Yes I would find a full stock wheel somewhere then I'm sure Woodys can get a rim to fit. Using a 120/70/17 would be great for tire choices.

With a 2" shorter diameter on the front wheel, the only real change would be the timing of the front wheel on the ABS sensor. I had to recalibrate the ABS/TC on the Stornello when I fit the Shinko 705's. Wasn't a big deal, but the TC and ABS was wonky until the recalibrate. I think it's an interesting idea, and will likely improve handling.

Can you drop the front any more?  You could also get lower profile tires, that's what I did on the Breva 750 when trying to get it lower for SWMBO to ride.

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General Discussion / Re: 17" front on a V85?

« Last post by kingoffleece on Today at 05:47:48 PM »

Maybe try asking the folks who sold you the bike.  Appears you've been a good customer.  They may be able to guide or assist.
NOT being a smart guy, mind.  AS the folks you spent $$$$ with.
Cliff in Queen Creek is a great guy and talented mechanic.  Owns Manic Moto.  He may assist also.

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General Discussion / Re: Best looking motorcycle

« Last post by Bulldog9 on Today at 05:40:53 PM »

Two of my personal favorites for beautiful motorcycles

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General Discussion / Re: V7 Engine Removal/Swap

« Last post by Dirk_S on Today at 05:32:19 PM »

Not difficult, but more involved than many transverse-crank motors. Do you have the service manual for your V7? If so, there’s a section instructing how to remove the motor from the bike.

Essentially it comes down to:

• Remove exhausts.
• Support the rear of the bike (hanging strap, jack stands, et al).
• Support the engine under the sump when ready to remove (milk crate works!).
• Remove swing-arm & wheel.
• Remove intake snorkel, disconnect injectors.
• Disconnect throttle & clutch cables (careful of the clutch arm spring).
• Disconnect sensors/wires.
• Disconnect the gear shifter connection.
• Remove the 2 gearbox-frame mounting bolts in the back (NOT the lower frame rail mounts…yet) and the 4 bolts in front connecting the lower frame rail to the main frame. Removing these 6 bolts releases the motor & lower rails from the frame (have that motor supported!). I’d recommend removing one pair of bolts in the front first before removing the two bolts in the back, so as not to stress the front rail-frame connection when the rear section frees up.
• Pick one—Lift the frame up off the motor, or lower the motor from the frame, making sure to disconnect the neutral switch—don’t forget or risk damaging.
• Remove the lower frame rails from the motor.
• Drink beer.

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General Discussion / Re: Best looking motorcycle

« Last post by Vagrant on Today at 05:20:13 PM »

I put 82000 on a 98 then got the 2001. Many great improvements over the 98. Computer, tuning...

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General Discussion / Re: 17" front on a V85?

« Last post by Vagrant on Today at 05:15:14 PM »

Hamlin would know.

I bet he does but I hate to have to ask because unless he has a good wheel for sale he wouldn't make any money on the deal. Unless he can lace me one.

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General Discussion / Re: 17" front on a V85?

« Last post by Vagrant on Today at 05:13:07 PM »

I don't think you specifically said it here, but you do have a lower seat right?   You did say you dropped the bike down an inch, but didn't say how.

As stated 17mm shorter shock factory that lowers seat 1" when allowing for the angle of the shock. The stock seat has no rubbers under it so it's as low as the Guzzi low seat. The forks are raised to the fourth line and the side stand has been shortened already. It's all together not enough as far as I'm concerned.
The real question is if the TC, ABS and Lean angle on the 2025 will work without codes. The speedo is useless anyway so I would use a GPS. The one extra inch of shorter height the 17 would give could be a perfect fit.
Yes I would find a full stock wheel somewhere then I'm sure Woodys can get a rim to fit. Using a 120/70/17 would be great for tire choices.

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General Discussion / Kentucky Guzzi breakfast

« Last post by Bigtime on Today at 05:09:35 PM »

  Hey group, February marks our monthly breakfast getting back underway. We meet on the second Saturday of each month at Tammy's Diner just east of Frankfort on US 460. 0930hrs. Tammy's Diner 3624 Georgetown Rd, Frankfort Ky 40601  Hope to see you soon.  JohnB