V85TT observations after 1000 miles break-in

[rudyr]

A Moto Guzzi dealer in Las Vegas Nv. Sent some info. On v85 tt travler, less than $12000. Sent him a email if that was out the door.  I’ve got  a couple free SW tickets I’ve got to use before fall.  Fly out ride back stop ok city and 1000 mile service.  Should not take a couples days.  We’ll see  what they say. Rudy

[Vagrant]

A Moto Guzzi dealer in Las Vegas Nv. Sent some info. On v85 tt travler, less than $12000. Sent him a email if that was out the door.  I’ve got  a couple free SW tickets I’ve got to use before fall.  Fly out ride back stop ok city and 1000 mile service.  Should not take a couples days.  We’ll see  what they say. Rudy

 bottle of single malt says he adds $2000 in BS fees then the tax. Buy elsewhere!

[Moparnut72]

I'll raise that bet to two bottles. My  $7,000 2019 V7lll was at list when they added on all their BS fees. I once priced a used Burgman at their Reno store. A $1500 scooter was then $3000 before tax and license. You won't save anything there.
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[Huzo]

Tell me move about the speedo/odometer change you did. Is it a tweak in GuzziDiag? Mine is off about 5%. Not bad, but annoying.

Manufactured a new rear tone wheel with less slots to feed a lower frequency.



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That worked brilliantly, but the odometer now sensed a reduced number of revolutions so a consequently reduced amount of kilometres was registered...
Then there’s the gear indicator issues...

[Vagrant]

Huzo, what would happen if you were to reduce the front from a 19" to a 17"? Would it throw the computer out of wack especially for the Anti-lock portion. I have been considering that and a custom 1" lower rear shock to get my stubby old legs closer to the ground. I just use my bike as a road bike nowadays.

[Huzo]

Huzo, what would happen if you were to reduce the front from a 19" to a 17"? Would it throw the computer out of wack especially for the Anti-lock portion. I have been considering that and a custom 1" lower rear shock to get my stubby old legs closer to the ground. I just use my bike as a road bike nowadays.

Maybe best mate if we discuss this on “V85 innacuracy” thread, so as not to hijack this one further.

[Rough Edge racing]

That is how long it take to get the butt broken in to the seat, and you also get more comfortable are reving the motor higher in lower gears.

 

  Good explanation

[Vagrant]

Fine with me. Thanks

[Cam3512]

Huzo, what would happen if you were to reduce the front from a 19" to a 17"? Would it throw the computer out of wack especially for the Anti-lock portion. I have been considering that and a custom 1" lower rear shock to get my stubby old legs closer to the ground. I just use my bike as a road bike nowadays.

Why not just raise the forks combined withe the lowered shock?  That probably in my future as well to lower the bike.

[Huzo]

Why not just raise the forks combined withe the lowered shock?  That probably in my future as well to lower the bike.

That’s what I did.
I suggested he do the same.

[45thparallelguzzi]

I've definitely noticed that the 850 engine is in its' happy place in the upper half of the rev range. Dropping to 5th on the freeway doesn't feel right intuitively but the bike (and your hands) will appreciate it.

[Trialsman]

While you have the forks off unscrew the top caps and pour out the oil.  It is 7.5wt and causes the compression damping to be a bit harsh on bumps.  The fork will remain intact but you can slide down the tube to invert and drain the oil.  I measured 300cc of oil and replaced it with the exact same amount of 5wt.  I did this on my other V85 and it worked great.  One bottle is enough to do the entire job.

[Huzo]

While you have the forks off unscrew the top caps and pour out the oil.  It is 7.5wt and causes the compression damping to be a bit harsh on bumps.  The fork will remain intact but you can slide down the tube to invert and drain the oil.  I measured 300cc of oil and replaced it with the exact same amount of 5wt.  I did this on my other V85 and it worked great.  One bottle is enough to do the entire job.

Both forks the same..?
As I understood it, there is only damping on one fork so the internals are different, but your recommendation is put the same volume in both sides ?

[Phil/TX]

My 2c, this is my 8th guzzi, from 1100 sport to 750 Breva, and hands down this is the best guzzi I have ever owned, on par with my 790 KTM Adventure for getting down the road, not as much power, but definitely handling and comfort , just not the same off road.