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General Discussion / Re: Bring on the Bobber?

« Last post by Zimmermichaels1ea on Today at 06:54:47 AM »

I also use Hippo Hands, they make all the difference, I take them off for picture time.  I ride in wool long John's and have an insulated jacket.  If I start getting cold, I put on my rain suit, which blocks the wind nicely.  Started out the day dressed like that, then took it off when the temp around Madison climed past 50.  Put it all on again about halfway home, as i was getting cold again.

I find the stock Bobber seat pretty comfortable.  But my break stops come more frequently as the day goes on, and the last hour or so I'm scooting all over the seat trying to stay comfortable. 
But dang it all.....it was a beautiful day for a fun, long ride!!

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General Discussion / Re: Quickshifter for V85?

« Last post by Bulldog9 on Today at 06:45:52 AM »

I generally only use the clutch for start/stop and shifts between 1+3 on the big block CARC bikes. It can still be a little clunky untill everything is warmed up. The Stornello is much better, and of course everything is easier as the miles build.

I just don't want a computer to take away the pleasure and enjoyment of riding. I could care less about the "speed" of it.

One day with all the damage to my left hand/arm I will have to go with a clutch less MC if I am still able to ride. May be others, but Honda seems to have several options.

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General Discussion / Re: Bring on the Bobber?

« Last post by Tkelly on Today at 06:21:21 AM »

50 degrees on a naked bike for 370 miles is cold ,snowmobile suit ,heated grips and vest?It was a little warmer down in SW WI but I had hippo hands,heated vest and leathers and was glad I did.

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General Discussion / Re: New To Me 2016 Eldorado 1400

« Last post by TN Mark on Today at 06:05:22 AM »

There was some thought and comment on another Guzzi forum that suggested I spent a lot of money on these DPM accessories. That’s not altogether true.

For one thing, the design and the quality of the DPM items are very good. Very good indeed. Second is they’re getting quite old at this point. So, expect to pay much less than when they were sold on a current model.

I found an eBay seller in Italy, VALER14, that has been stellar in pricing and delivery through DHL. I can 100% recommend them as an excellent source.

Pro Tip: combining multiple items in one purchase greatly reduces the cost of each item as well as greatly reduces the shipping cost. For instance, I bought the reservoir covers for $47. I added the brake and shifter trim pieces for only another $100, $50 each for the lever trim pieces that separately would be about $250. Plus, no extra shipping costs by adding the two trim pieces.

Another thing is to watch a companies website. I bought two other items at very low prices. The DPM front wheel trim, center piece with the ring on the ABS side, for $39, new in the original packaging.

I also bought the DPM bar ends for $29. These were pictured as just the ends without hardware or spacers. Sure enough, they came in the original packaging as well with everything included. These two item came from AF1Racing in Texas.

The matching OEM Comfort Cell rear seat came in yesterday from a UK eBay seller. This particular eBay seller was just ‘ok’ compared to the one in Italy.

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General Discussion / Audace stumbles on WOT

« Last post by toomanybikes on Today at 05:51:54 AM »

I've recently experienced some strange and intermittent fueling behavior.

When the tank is relatively low, like three bars or less, the engine will momentarily bog down under sudden heavy throttle, almost like it was running out of gas, but the tank was not empty.  Gradually rolling on the throttle is fine. Filling the tank resolves the problem, but it's not yet clear if it's a fuel level thing or just relieving built up pressure due to clogged vents. The vent tubes all seem to be in place, but I have not yet removed the tank to see what lies beneath.

The bike was a rescue after sitting for unknown years. The tank does not have any sludge in it, but the filter and pump are probably the original.
I'll plan to empty the tank and replace the filter, but should I look for anything else? The pump seems to work fine, except the weird fueling at low levels.

The bike has the stock airbox. I replaced an airbox hackjob by some previous owner. there are no indications of flashes or mods.

It *probably* still has the fuel vapor recovery system in place since I can see the pressure valve attached to the vent tube coming from the fuel opening. It's possible someone messed with that system, given other mods that were done and indications that someone took the tank off previously.

The fuel cap flange spacer is in place with a tiny opening near the vent barb. See pic.

Any suggestions beyond "open the cap perdiocially"? That's one likely easy fix, but I'd rather understand and fix the underlying issue.

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General Discussion / Re: Ducati’s Newest Diavel Model Is Its Quickest Accelerator Yet

« Last post by nc43bsa on Today at 01:06:23 AM »

I don't know anything about this particular bike test, but there's nothing wrong with doing a drag-race start in 2nd gear.

A friend who raced a Ducati F-1 in the 1980s routinely started his road races in 2nd and was rarely beat to the first turn.

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General Discussion / Re: Bring on the Bobber?

« Last post by faffi on Today at 12:52:33 AM »

That is serious mileage on a Bobber seat

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General Discussion / Re: Rubber engine mounts - Norge

« Last post by PJPR01 on November 24, 2025, 09:32:31 PM »

No material vibration issues, just a tiny bit would be nice to eliminate when riding at a brisk pace (85 mph+) = bike is nicely tuned, running greatly, all TB's balanced and running perfectly.  The problem is I cycle thru the 8V Griso which is smoother then 4V Norge, then I ride the Goldwing and I go back to the Scura and then the Norge and I think to myself...perhaps I could make it a bit smoother.

I know it's a mental illusion, but hey...if I can make it a tad bit smoother that would be nice.  There's no vibration coming thru footpegs or handlebars or mirrors, just the general V-twin natural vibe...

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General Discussion / Re: mgnoc news letter

« Last post by Tkelly on November 24, 2025, 09:22:07 PM »

Is the Idaho rally on for next year?I hope so,my favorite destination and rally venue.

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General Discussion / Re: New to me 1987 SPII

« Last post by SLDMRossi on November 24, 2025, 08:58:53 PM »

On my second one. Bought the first...sold it...regretted it...and then bought another.

Obviously, judging by the photo, yours has been repainted. Truth be told, my first one had a 16" front wheel and it really wasn't an issue...despite all that's been written about it. The fact is, getting a replacement tire could be iffy, though. The one I've had since 2005...and still have...was retrofitted with an 18" front wheel and has also been fine. They really are wonderful to ride and it's so unfortunate that they were only here for one year (1987). And...it's a real Moto Guzzi, with Linked Brakes.

FYI, they also came with standard hard bags (unlike the SP 1000 predecessor)...though they were a bit fragile and finicky.

The most important thing with an SPII is to simply ride it and enjoy it! It's a unique chapter in Moto Guzzi history that had never been properly replicated until the arrival of the Norge. Which has also been since discontinued...Damn .

Steven Rossi
East Haddam, CT

P.S. -- yeah, seat = T5. Of which even fewer were imported.