2019 Wild Guzzi National raffle bike thread

[oldbike54]

 If anyone is making the trek from near the Bay Area in California to a point somewhere near Oklahoma , and might have room to haul a motorbike , please let me know . There is no hurry on this, anytime within the next few months is fine . We can arrange for the bike to be moved a few miles on the California end , and we can pick it up in Kansas , North Texas , or somewhere in this general vicinity . Willing to help with expenses , and some parts will be available afterwards .

 Yeah , a big favor , I know , just thought it might be worth a try .

 Oh , it isn't currently operable , but it is a roller .

 Thanks in advance .

 Dusty

[oldbike54]

 Not even a "Heck no , we ain't doing you a favor"  Kind of disappointing   

 Maybe I should have mentioned why we need to transport this bike from CA to the middle of the country on the cheap .

 The idea is for a raffle bike for next year's Cedar Vale . Now , the old girl needs a bit of work , apparently a transmission bearing has failed , and she will get a new clutch while we are in there .
This bike is still a good runner , and has been well maintained , but if we add 500 bucks shipping onto the cost of fixing her , you can see the problem .

 I have enlisted the aid of two old line Guzzi mechanics , and we have a nice shop just North of Wichita to use , only a few miles from Cedar Vale . This is all volunteer , and I will purchase the parts needed .

 So , we can shuttle this old girl out , there is no hurry , we have 6 months to get her to Kansas .

 Dusty

[Tom H]

Sorry for the lack of replies. If I could I would. If I was retired and had the time, it might e a fun trip!

Good luck!!
Tom

[twowings]

I have a trailer and tow vehicle but need food and gas money...

[oldbike54]

I have a trailer and tow vehicle but need food and gas money...

 I appreciate that Chris , but by the time we pay for that we can get it shipped .

 What we are attempting to do is keep the expense to a minimum so we can raffle the bike for some small profit for the city and WG .

 I should mention , the bike will likely bring between $800. to $1,000. , so spending 400 bucks to get it here just doesn't pencil out . However , a good running BB Stone is still a very usable motorbike in the modern world .

 Dusty

[Kiwi Dave]

Why not do the work in California, and sell it from there?  Obviously, it won't be you doing the work Dusty, but it shouldn't be too hard to find volunteers for such a good cause.

[oldbike54]

Why not do the work in California, and sell it from there?  Obviously, it won't be you doing the work Dusty, but it shouldn't be too hard to find volunteers for such a good cause.

 Because Cedar Vale is in Kansas 

 Honestly , from a logistical perspective , and as a practical matter , it is just easier to get it out here.

 Dusty

[davedel44]

What is a BB Stone?

Davr

[Chuck in Indiana]

What is a BB Stone?

Davr

Big Block Stone, a pretty dang nice Guzzi. If I win it, I'll give it to a kid that needs it..
It could also be a boost to the attendance at the CV rally. "Must be present to win.."  I like the idea..

[oldbike54]

Big Block Stone, a pretty dang nice Guzzi. If I win it, I'll give it to a kid that needs it..
It could also be a boost to the attendance at the CV rally. "Must be present to win.."  I like the idea..

 Well , it did occur to me that a raffle bike might increase attendance 

 Seriously , several folks are already volunteering to help , first would be Guzzi4me for donating the bike , then Gliderjohn for offering his nice climate controlled shop , the Motochuck 250 and probably JB Taylor with tech help (both very qualified) . Hoping to make this a group effort to keep cost down.

 Chuck , this would make a great bike for someone in need , a wonderful ,basic , honest old ditch pump model that was a daily rider until about 4 months back when the trans started acting up . It has Hagon shocks as a plus . Will get some pics up hopefully .

 Dusty

[twowings]

If someone can get it part way like NM or TX,  I can get it to gliderjohn gratis...

[oldbike54]

If someone can get it part way like NM or TX,  I can get it to gliderjohn gratis...

 Great idea Chris , we will help with gas . 

 See , we can do this in stints , because we are in no hurry .

 Dusty

[oldbike54]

 Changed the heading to more accurately describe what we are attempting .

 Dusty

[Muzz]

I would like to help out Dusty but I would need an air fare to do it.

Kudos to all pitching in for a good cause.

[oldbike54]

I would like to help out Dusty but I would need an air fare to do it.

Kudos to all pitching in for a good cause.

 But now consider this , you could buy a raffle ticket , and maybe win it , then leave it in OKC to ride in the eventual championship parade for the Thunder  Maybe young Mr Adams can help us out, he is making enough bank to fly about half of NZ over for the celebration .

 Just a thought 

 Dusty

[Muzz]

 Just a thought 
 Dusty

What an excellent idea!

Don't think it would get much traction somehow Dusty.

Thunder went close but no cigar this year sadly.

[oldbike54]

What an excellent idea!

Don't think it would get much traction somehow Dusty.

Thunder went close but no cigar this year sadly.

 Sadly my niece no longer works for the mayor's office , can't even get free tickets now 

 Still , young Mr Adams could help a couple of brothers out , right ? 

 Dusty

[SmithSwede]

Wow Dusty, I am impressed.  What a great Cedar Vale scheme. 

Is there any chance this bike could be ridden back to Kansas?  Or is the transmission totally kaput?.

[oldbike54]

Wow Dusty, I am impressed.  What a great Cedar Vale scheme. 

Is there any chance this bike could be ridden back to Kansas?  Or is the transmission totally kaput?.

 Oh I could try riding it back , if you'll promise to come to the rescue when the trans gives up 

 Dusty

[twowings]

THAT might be the cheapest solution...😁

[Chuck in Indiana]

I dunno. If a bearing is making itself known.. I'd be leery of taking it very far. The transmission *may* not be hurt..yet.. but hardened balls going through it would get it's undivided attention.

[twowings]

We could raise more money by conducting a pool selling chances on how far he'll make it! 

[j.r.r.]

What about setting up Paypal account and we all contribute $10.00. 50 contributions will solve the shipping problem. Count me in if you decide to go with this idea.

[Kiwi Dave]

What about setting up Paypal account and we all contribute $10.00. 50 contributions will solve the shipping problem. Count me in if you decide to go with this idea.

Yeah, I'm with you.  Haven't done my normal donation this year, so this might make up for it a bit.

[Rhodan]

Yeah, I'm with you.  Haven't done my normal donation this year, so this might make up for it a bit.

Happy to help out this way too.  And it'd be cheap for each person.  That's the Guzzi content. ;)

[oldbike54]

 OK , we have the beginnings of a plan . For those of you wanting to donate to transportation costs, please contact me via PM . Still kind of hoping we can shuttle this thing out to Kansas , the "Guzzi" way , but one of our members has generously volunteered to make up any shortfall in transportation funds . He has sworn me to secrecy , so don't ask 

 Still working out the logistics  , and don't want to over promise and under deliver . This isn't a get rich quick plan .

 So , if you want to participate in this plan for us to likely lose money ( ) , here is your chance. Like my friend says , "us old guys should be good for something" 

 Dusty

[oldbike54]

 So far we've had 3 folks offering to help finance this deal , is anyone else interested ? Contact me by PM if you are willing .

 Just heard the old girl run over the phone , she started right up , and sounded great . The bike will come with National Cycle bag mounts , NLA , and an official MG windshield . Add some bags and she will be ready to travel 

 Dusty

[oldbike54]

 Alright , I have a mailing address for donations towards the project . A check is fine , but please indicate in a quick note what it is for , and give me a screen name also . If you want part of it to go directly to Luap please let me know , this is a group effort .

 Dusty Turner

 PO Box 1223

 Muskogee OK 74401

  Please note this is a different address than we used for CV last year , our Post Office is moving and the old number is no longer valid . Thanks

 Dusty

[Chuck in Indiana]

I suppose you don't take Paypal?

[oldbike54]

I suppose you don't take Paypal?

 You have met me Chuckie , right ? 

 No paypal , sorry fellas , a check is fine .

 Dusty