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General Discussion / Re: Could be a return to fold moment ahead

« Last post by kingoffleece on Today at 08:10:59 PM »

I'm THAT guy about how horrible stock shocks are.  The V7-850 is surprisingly good out of the gate.  Really no need to change unless riding bad frost heave roads or 10/10ths pace.

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General Discussion / Re: Could be a return to fold moment ahead

« Last post by Dirk_S on Today at 08:08:05 PM »

My only complaint about the V7 is that the Stock suspension is horrible!!!

Fascinating, because I’ve seen multiple reviews that say the Ed’s shocks are much better than the previous iterations. Ah well. Guess that’s how they keep them below a price point.

The newest V7 has become of a bit of a porker, pushing closer and closer to 500 lb. I’m a broken record about weight, but the older versions were once appreciated for being lighter and nimble.

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General Discussion / Re: Could be a return to fold moment ahead

« Last post by Sykestone8886 on Today at 07:53:50 PM »

My only complaint about the V7 is that the Stock suspension is horrible!!!

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General Discussion / Re: New opinions on preferred mesh summer jacket

« Last post by Luap McKeever on Today at 07:23:36 PM »

I wear a POWER TRIP mesh with armor all summer or temps 80 and up. The humidity is not an issue for me.

I reluctantly bought one of these from Amazon, although they're not available there at the moment, but they are on eBay. Great reviews. Figured the worse thing that could happen is I had to return it. After receiving it and using it now for 2 years, I agree with the reviews. This thing is fantastic and well worth the little money.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/305275358074?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&var=604239210211

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General Discussion / Could be a return to fold moment ahead

« Last post by OkJohn on Today at 07:22:29 PM »

I've not posted in forever...
That said - I Recovered enough (I had some serious issues 3+ years ago) so a coupla a years ago I bought  a scooter. After some time - my legs wanted be active on a bike so I lusted mightily for the MG V7 850, but they seemed terribly overpriced so ended up with a Kaw Z400. Fabulous lil bike. For a li guy like me, a great fit, and I've put 10k + miles on it.
Now popped up locally a 2022 v7 Stone with a more reasonable price and the dealer has a nice offer on my bike as trade.
One major flaw  is my research and knowledge on this particular model is not what it ought to be.  Plus, it's yellow.
hahahhahaa
So I've been trying to catch up here and figured maybe a post about the whole deal might prove valuable.
So glad to see so many from 'my past" still here.
Addendum : I've owned several Guzzi's  previously.

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General Discussion / Re: different header pipes on loopframe

« Last post by Antietam Classic Cycle on Today at 07:07:28 PM »

Thank you again Charlie , and yes losing the threaded connection was the main issue but it seems like there may be a fair chance  they can be made to fit with out too many tears or otherwise I would  have had to  adapt the bolt on flanges to the loop pipes .

That's actually easier than you might think. Cut the piece off that extends past the flange, the Eldo header nut can be machined down and used as a spacer to hold the pipe centered. I can post photos if necessary.

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General Discussion / Re: New opinions on preferred mesh summer jacket

« Last post by Ncdan on Today at 06:57:05 PM »

I wear a POWER TRIP mesh with armor all summer or temps 80 and up. The humidity is not an issue for me.

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General Discussion / Re: New opinions on preferred mesh summer jacket

« Last post by EldoEVert on Today at 06:34:43 PM »

  South Central PA here. I have a couple of First Gear mesh jackets. My silver one is the best on hot days. I was on my way to the Ohio Rally several years ago and was wearing my red one. It was hot and the armor was really bothering me. I stopped at a rest area and removed the padding. Not having enough room to pack it, I put it in the dumpster. I did have an extra set back home.
  My main concern was the name "First Gear." I was happy to find that it worked in all five gears on the EV. It did seem to work better on my shift less Convert.

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General Discussion / Re: different header pipes on loopframe

« Last post by ray bear on Today at 05:28:18 PM »

Thank you again Charlie , and yes losing the threaded connection was the main issue but it seems like there may be a fair chance  they can be made to fit with out too many tears or otherwise I would  have had to  adapt the bolt on flanges to the loop pipes .

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General Discussion / Re: New opinions on preferred mesh summer jacket

« Last post by LowRyter on Today at 04:44:54 PM »

When I tumbled on the EV, my Joe Rocket jacket split above the left elbow pad.  It took the skin off and I still 1 x 3 in scar.

I picked up a mesh jacket at Cycle Gear Sedici that's lightweight and comfy as replacement. 

Recently my Brother have me Klim mesh jacket he purchased from Motorcyclegear for a good price.  He gave it to me because his phone was too large for his pocket and he uses Blutooth Comm system.  My phone fits.   It's substantially heavier that other jackets but it seems to have good airflow.