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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Kev m on Today at 09:04:05 AM »

I describe the Nevada as a 2/3rds of a EV/Cali. 2/3 power, 2/3 size. Wonderful small block motor that sings at 6k, same as twin throttle body earlier V7…More of a 55-75mph interstate ride than a 65-85 EV. I have hard bags to act as leg protection. Replaced the handlebar with narrower and lower to bring a small forward bend. Stripped the ugly plastic chromed covers and sprayed a matt white. $4250 is a bit much, should be lower than similar V7 years

Don’t be fooled by the cruiser looking ergonomics…they used a tall rear tire that brings it back to a wonderfully neutral steering. Bought mine used in the middle of January for a steal…guzzi content! 21k miles and all good…

I didn't mention it because of the OPs price range, but the first generation V9 Roamer/Bobber fit that bill even better. The motor feels more like the same as the EV. And the steering/handling is fantastic and the seat height is an inch to inch and a half lower than the Heron head V7 models (and I think the seat is more narrow). But the late-model Hemi head V7s are about the same in seat height.

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Kev m on Today at 08:58:52 AM »

Once you really start looking carefully, it turns into an embarrassment of riches very quickly...

Essentially a low-milage naked Norge for $3200!
https://bellingham.craigslist.org/mcy/d/bellingham-2006-moto-guzzi-breva-1100/7739555422.html

If height/weight are an issue to you my Breva 1100 felt WAY bigger/heavier than any of our smallblocks. It's night and day, and I didn't get the smallblocks because I was in any way challenged by the weight/height of the CARC bike. But I'd be remiss if I didn't mention it.

That said, the CARC bikes are night and day different with regards to effortless high speed highway work (if that matters to you).

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by chuck peterson on Today at 08:55:09 AM »

Thanks for this! Nevada in second place due to ergos? Or is it geared/cammed differently?

I’m on a Nevada..the lower seat has a downside in that it also splays your knees apart, but my 66yr old hips aren’t what they used to be..tempted to move to a V7 with a flat seat for my 32” inseam.

I describe the Nevada as a 2/3rds of a EV/Cali. 2/3 power, 2/3 size. Wonderful small block motor that sings at 6k, same as twin throttle body earlier V7…More of a 55-75mph interstate ride than a 65-85 EV. I have hard bags to act as leg protection. Replaced the handlebar with narrower and lower to bring a small forward bend. Stripped the ugly plastic chromed covers and sprayed a matt white. $4250 is a bit much, should be lower than similar V7 years

Don’t be fooled by the cruiser looking ergonomics…they used a tall rear tire that brings it back to a wonderfully neutral steering. Bought mine used in the middle of January for a steal…guzzi content! 21k miles and all good…

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Mwether on Today at 08:48:49 AM »

Oh, come on now...a minty '87 1100 SP with Corbin for $1950.

WTH??

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/mcy/d/san-mateo-1987-moto-guzzi-1100-sp/7740592548.html

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General Discussion / Re: Creamy oil in airbox

« Last post by 73 sport on Today at 08:46:15 AM »

     68 years ago I got my first car, a '56 VW. That winter I made a sump heater, a cardboard box that closely fit under the oil pan with ceramic bulb holder in it. The inside was lined with fiberglass board insulation. I used a 100 watt bulb. Since then I've used these on all my air cooled engines in cold weather.                     Faffi, you left out a most important ingredient in your elixirs, Tabasco.

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Mwether on Today at 08:44:56 AM »

Once you really start looking carefully, it turns into an embarrassment of riches very quickly...

Essentially a low-milage naked Norge for $3200!
https://bellingham.craigslist.org/mcy/d/bellingham-2006-moto-guzzi-breva-1100/7739555422.html

And why in holy heck is THIS gorgeous thing so cheap?! A '70 Ambo for $4500?!
https://treasure.craigslist.org/mcy/d/vero-beach-1970/7736503920.html

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General Discussion / Re: changing eldo fork oil

« Last post by Antietam Classic Cycle on Today at 08:31:28 AM »

I just raise the dash, remove the 36 mm hex plug and fill. Filling with a syringe from either end sounds like way more trouble. BTW, I use 8 oz./240 cc vs. the factory recommended 5.4 oz./160 cc.

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General Discussion / Re: Front brake cable holder

« Last post by 73 sport on Today at 08:23:28 AM »

      The front brake cable/hose holder on V7 Sports was welded to the fender braces, not a separate item.

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Vagrant on Today at 08:18:05 AM »

I bet he takes $4000 cash. You might get a few dollars for the fairing if you don't want it. !6000 is almost broken in.

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General Discussion / Re: Big Block vs. Small Block for Lollipop Guild Member

« Last post by Dirk_S on Today at 08:16:26 AM »

Thanks!
This one in Austin looks like a real deal at $4500.
https://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/d/austin-2017-moto-guzzi-v7-iii-special/7737137063.html
Engine guards, aux. lighting, and the semi-weird old Rifle fairing, which I think kind of works on this bike...
Just needs bags, IMO.

That’s about the cheapest V7 III that you’ll find. Not many drop below $5000.