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It's typical for the lever "bottom" to become rounded off, the "fix" is to replace the lever with one of these:https://www.ebay.com/itm/Moto-Guzzi-Choke-Lever-for-Dellorto-Carbs/254041070620?hash=item3b26071c1c:g:El0AAOSw2Ptasxdr:rk:6:pf:0You need to remove the whole assembly, disassemble it (IIRC a threaded cap screws off the metal tube), drive the rivet out and install the new lever. Or you could go with individual enrichers: http://www.mgcycle.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=62&products_id=666Personally, I don't find the "choke" necessary - just two twists of the throttle, start the engine and feather the throttle until it's warm enough to idle. I avoid using the "choke"/enrichers if at all possible - the enricher jet/starter jet Guzzi fitted (a #80) is way too large and causes raw fuel to be dumped into the cylinders. Not good. You could try to find a pair of #60 enricher jets/starter jets which would help.
Thanks Guys.I just got the Convert and in the process of sorting it out. Was able to start it up yesterday by using a small clamp to hold the lever up. First time with an auto drive and first timer to Italian Bikes. So I'm bringing myself up to speed on Dellorto carbs. I'm really liking the "relaxed" feel and found myself pulling in the clutch when it wasn't necessary. Want to have the Convert to ride while restoring my Monza.Thx, Andy
To keep from muscle memory pulling in the clutch lever you can also simply just remove it as its not a necessity. Simply put the convert in high range and ride.
I thought it was needed for start up only?
Can you guys give a list of favorite lubricants.
Uh oh. Oil thread. My favorites:- Shell Rotella T4 15w40 in the engine- CRC Sta-Lube GL-4 Gear Oil in the two-speed gearbox part of the transmission and rear drive (20 cc moly added in the rear drive)- Whatever brand I can find of Dexron ATF for the fluid drive part of the transmission- Ditto in the forks
Don’t confuse shifting between ranges on a Convert as something acceptable to do while moving. You only select the range when the bike is at a complete stop.