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General Discussion / Re: What luggage rack fits?

« Last post by Tkelly on Today at 11:35:05 AM »

Or that one- I cannot remember the brand name- that was made from aluminum and had wood slat inserts and had a back rest.  They were on a lot of BMW's and Guzzi's in the 80's. 

I might have part or all of one in my basement.  I'll look.

RackFactory.

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General Discussion / Re: 07 Norge Dash Errors

« Last post by Kiwi_Roy on Today at 11:29:15 AM »

IIRR, if your getting the pressure switch error and NOT the low oil pressure warning, the switch could be stuck in the grounded position. Again, IIRR, the ECU checks to see if the switch is working. If it finds it showing pressure when the engine is not running, it will cause the error. It will also have an error if it stays showing no pressure when running, but then I think it throws the no oil pressure code and warning message as well.

Just some thoughts,
Tom

It should be a simple matter to check the switch with a multimeter
Without the engine running you would get continuity from the contact to chassis
While the engine is running you would get no continuity
Use a lamp wired from the battery, through lamp and grounded by the switch without engine running, should go out when started.

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General Discussion / Re: Norge Charging at 13.0 Volts - seems low

« Last post by PJPR01 on Today at 11:23:37 AM »

I believe I have found the culprit after examining every single wiring connector up and down the bike while it's wide open. 

Alternator tested just fine, so it has been reinstalled.  Inner spark plugs changed (even found a Champion plug that is identical to the NGK at 1/3 of the price).  Engine degreased and looking quite new. 

Part # 977520 which is the wiring harness that goes from the positive on the starter to a double rubber fuse box block to positive on the battery cable.  At least 2 of the wires are not showing continuity when tested with my voltmeter/amp meter, and all 4 of the wires are severely oxidized and shredded and quite a few of the strands are broken, so I'm obviously not getting full current flow here.

Unfortunately this part is on backorder with every MG supplier, and even with Moto Guzzi itself.  I may have to rebuild it...unless...by any chance does anyone have this part lying around in good shape?  If so...please let me know!  Thanks in advance!

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General Discussion / Re: Any issues with the 2015 V7 Special...?

« Last post by radguzzi on Today at 11:12:42 AM »

For me, that double screen would have to go! :puke:

Well, that is odd given your handle... 

The top one is adjustable for wind buffeting I would guess.   It will be up to Jackson to decide whether he likes it or not.

rad__

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General Discussion / Re: Weird speedometer issue

« Last post by Kiwi_Roy on Today at 10:59:41 AM »

Can you turn the cable inner piece at the speedometer? Maybe you can feel or hear it slipping somewhere and track where it apparently is slipping.
Pull the drive gear out of the top of the transmission and inspect it. Verify that it is OK where it engages the cable.

Odd.

I doubt you would be able to turn it, it's a gear and worm, to much of a ratio change

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General Discussion / Re: Help - V7 850 front-end is a pogo stick

« Last post by bronzestar1 on Today at 10:51:22 AM »

I think you're on the right track with having the dealer swap a different front wheel/tire then test it.  One additional piece of advice I would suggest.  Find the date code for the front tire that's on the bike now, and make sure the tire on the "test" wheel has a newer date code.  Your bike is a '24, you bought it in '25, there's no telling how old that front tire is.  Knowing the date codes will help in your quest.

Good luck! 

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Bike Builds, Rebuilds And Restorations Only / Re: 1974 Police Eldo Rejuvination

« Last post by Dave Swanson on Today at 10:22:42 AM »

Dave -

That's a GREAT picture !

How about some more pictures ?

 

Better late than never.

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General Discussion / Re: What luggage rack fits?

« Last post by jrt on Today at 10:10:10 AM »

Or that one- I cannot remember the brand name- that was made from aluminum and had wood slat inserts and had a back rest.  They were on a lot of BMW's and Guzzi's in the 80's. 

I might have part or all of one in my basement.  I'll look.

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General Discussion / Re: Help - V7 850 front-end is a pogo stick

« Last post by rocker59 on Today at 10:06:56 AM »

I just can't seem to get the dealer to be helpful.  But I will push for them to swap out the front wheel and tire assembly with another one and see what happens.  Sheesh, this has been such a hassle so far.  I should just be able to drop the bike off and get them to fix it without complaint.

unfortunately, incompetence is common at "dealerships".  Be prepared to address this problem yourself.

it's not a Guzzi-specific dealership problem.  It permeates the industry.  It's an enthusiast business and the best "shops" are enthusiastic riders who understand.  Few and far between really.

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General Discussion / Re: What is this hole in the side of my bike?

« Last post by jrt on Today at 10:03:24 AM »

You could try fishing it out with a rubber magnet.   Otherwise... as Wayne says- it won't hurt anything.