Introductions thread...Introduce yourself to the group !

[jumpmaster]

Nick Lange
36 years old
Married
Artillery Officer (soon to be Acquisitions Officer)
I enjoy traveling, outdoors, motorcycles
Fort Irwin, CA (soon to be Madison, NJ)

Be careful as an Acquisitions Officer!  The Navy has had some real problems in that career field the past few years (re: "Fat Albert" in Asia) & I had a Major friend who got entangled with a civilian one in Iraq & ended up serving her last 3 years in the Army in jail, before being booted out & losing her retirement eligibility & any VA benefits.   

[Wile E Coyote]

Hi everyone,

Wile from Athens Greece, owner of a V7 Special II (essetre), 48y.o. lots of miles on touring bikes, thought its about time to settle and relax.
Quite satisfied with the V7 so far (2016 model) although it needs that warmup period, the front springs are not what I expected and the ride is stone age compared to what I was used to.
But that's what the V7 is, so this is what I wanted.
Ride Safe

[Brock]

Hi all Guzzisti,

I live in the middle of the south coast of (old) England. I'm currently rebuilding a sad wreck of a 1976 Convert into the bike which I hope to take me all around Europe during the many years of my impending retirement. It's going pretty well so far, but I may need some help and advice along the way... (with the rebuilding, that is!).

[TheBru]

Bruce. Self employed. 60yo. Have owned my 73 CHP Eldorado since 1975. Bought it from the Hollywood Division for $701.00 with 42k miles on it. It now has 145k miles on it. Last time I opened the engine was about 40 years ago. I am now in the middle of all new gaskets and seals and might be asking a few questions. This bike and I are one. Like ET and Eliott. Ying and Yang. It is more than a bike to me.

[jrshcf]

My name is Jordan. I'm a 31 years old computer programmer living in St. Louis, MO.

I just bought a 2016 Moto Guzzi V7 II Stornello!

[oldbike54]

 Welcome fellas .

 Jordan , don't let these old guys scare you off.

 Dusty

[_HellCrusher_]

Hi, my name is Peter, 37yo from London.
Last week I become happy owner of V7II Stornello.

Thank you for adding.

[RoyRogers]

Godday fromNorway.My name is Roy. Working with (human ) transportation.

Last year I bought my LM4 back. I bought its new i -86 an sold it -91.  Have done minor work over the winter.

It looked like this -91



...and today

[g5guzzi]

Hello everyone
Malcolm Stones
69
semi retired (i enjoy working)
G5(I bought new in 1981)
Lincolnshire in the UK
CBF1000FA
GSF400
and access to XL1200L

[Tomi]

Tara, age 45, ICU nurse

Cleveland, Ohio

Just bought - but have not yet ridden - a 2016 V7 II Special.

[sitbonzo]

Hi. David 50 and have a 2013 V7 Special which is a total blast compared to my 2010 RT1200 exactly what I wanted. The 'crazy Contessa with a switchblade'. living in the south of England I have lots of really nice roads that can be ridden at comfortable speeds on the V7. Ive added crash bars, spots and changed the tyres to Pirelli scorpions as I like the more scrambler look. the end pipes were changed before I owned it and she sounds just superb. She's sat in the garage at the moment and Ive joind to get some advice on changing the rear mudguard.
thanks
Ride safe.
David

[SportsterDoc]

New owner of a V7 II Stone, as of 10 Feb.
Last 3 street bikes were
2003 H-D Sportster XLH883
2002 H-D Sportster 1200 Sport
2012 Triumph Bonneville

The M-G is M/C #15 since 1963

Age:  70, married 46 years, 4 children, 12 grand children, 1 great-grandchild expected in April

I participate on XLForum.net, mainly for electrical and carb issues, although I have not had a Sportster for quite some time.

Looking for readable schematics for the V7 II.

[Kev m]

New owner of a V7 II Stone, as of 10 Feb.
Last 3 street bikes were
2003 H-D Sportster XLH883
2002 H-D Sportster 1200 Sport
2012 Triumph Bonneville

The M-G is M/C #15 since 1963

Age:  70, married 46 years, 4 children, 12 grand children, 1 great-grandchild expected in April

I participate on XLForum.net, mainly for electrical and carb issues, although I have not had a Sportster for quite some time.

Looking for readable schematics for the V7 II.

Good to see ya!

[knowmaddd]

Hello Everyone,

I'm a Canadian transplant living in Houston Texas.  I ride a V7 classic and have a Breva 1100 which is currently in pieces as a project bike.




I'm an urban cyclist who crossed over to the dark side of motorcycle riding in 2011.  I learned to ride a very long time ago on a Honda CT70. 

I share pictures on Instagram under the name knowmadd. 

[93spada]

Hi Folks
My Name is Paul.
I live in upstate NY near Saratoga (but recently found while touring that more people knew where
Schenectady NY is).
I am another older geezer, almost 60 ( must be it takes time to finally get to Guzzi's!!).
Went thru a Bultaco Mercurio and a few Beemers before my brother hooked me on the Goose.
Currently own a daily runner 93 SPIII with 77,000 miles and a 75 T-3 with 50K miles.
I had?? (my bro say's I sold it to him???) a 77 Lemans that is in boxes in his basement waiting its turn.
I have been a long time reader of the Goose Chase but did not register until I could not view without it.
I need to start a new post with an assembly ?? so that will follow soon.
Thanks to all involved for all your knowledge and comments. They have been very helpful.
Talk soon,
PJM

[dirty dick]

Hi Folks  !  Rick Martin , age 49, Trucker. I live in the Yorkshire moors.Northern England.Currently having a love hate relationship with an 1100 sport carb.I love showing the tourists the local roads he he! Cant wait for spring.

[sitbonzo]

got the tail tidy done and the bike goes faster now!








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[sitbonzo]

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[Lannis]

and, here she is.




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Looks like MILES of fun to me ... Gonna be a good summer coming up! 

Lannis

[indian]

I'm Donnelly Hall age 73, motorcycle shop operator, of Keavy, Ky.   

[Lannis]

I'm Donnelly Hall age 73, motorcycle shop operator, of Keavy, Ky.

Sounds like a good gig ... a brand-related shop or independent?

My wife and I broke out an old 2003 "Roadrunner" magazine last year, and did one of their "Shamrock Tours", this one centered around the Cumberland Inn in Williamsburg.

The "north" leaf of the shamrock took us right through Keavy (we were staying off the main highways) and I'll bet we went right by your shop .... ?

We stopped at the main intersection in Keavy for a minute to evaluate which way the big thunderstorm that was chasing us would go, and stayed a few minutes ahead of it while heading for the barn.

A nice part of the country, I must say.

Lannis

[Guzzi_4me]

Hi to Wildguzzi forum.

Am 67 years old.
Retired Power station operator, Vietnam Veteran.
Bikes: current guzzi is 2015 California 1400 Touring, wife has Nevada 750i classic (for sale), also have mint condition yamaha XJ900 diversion.
Previous bike: Guzzi 2001 California EV80 (#3 of 200 limited ed.)

Tow an alloy trailer on many long distance trips all over Australia.

Live in Victoria, Australia
Cheers to all,
Guzzi_4me

[oldbike54]

Hi to Wildguzzi forum.

Am 67 years old.
Retired Power station operator, Vietnam Veteran.
Bikes: current guzzi is 2015 California 1400 Touring, wife has Nevada 750i classic (for sale), also have mint condition yamaha XJ900 diversion.
Previous bike: Guzzi 2001 California EV80 (#3 of 200 limited ed.)

Tow an alloy trailer on many long distance trips all over Australia.

Live in Victoria, Australia
Cheers to all,
Guzzi_4me

 Oh hell , another Ozzie  Just kidding of course , just wanted to make you feel at home  Twas a bit confused as we have another long time member who goes by Guzzi4me . If you are as great a guy as him we are greatly increased by your presence .

 Dusty

[vrdennisj]

Hello Wild Goose members,

I'm Den, I retired last year at age 62 as a CAD operator and National Air Traffic System engineer.

I live in New Jersey, 15 miles SE of Philadelphia, married to a wonderful woman and together we are trying to guide our 12 year old daughter down a productive path in life.

My new ride is a 2014 California Touring which I love to ride, but I'm currently having issues with, awaiting Piaggio to honour their warranty agreement.

Still on the road: 1978 Suzuki GS 1000 (31,000 miles and still runs great), 1973 BMW R75/5 (100+K still runs great and I love this bike in the mountains or off road)

Favorite passtime is motorcycle camping. I also like open road cruising, riding into Canada when ever possible and jumping from one Microbrewery to another.
Other interests are: fishing, cooking, playing some guitar, Linux programming, tree climbing, snow skiing, meeting new people (especially those who ride), talking to "interesting" young people.

[thestepchild]

Hi all!  I introduced myself in the Larry Klein obituary thread a while back.  Paul is my cousin, and some of you may know and or rode with my grandparents.
I am sooooo happy and excited to announce that today I picked up my grandfather's 1975 Moto Guzzi.
Sometime around 1997 I rode my motorcycle to my grandparents for a visit and noticed grandpa's bike was gone.  I asked what happened to it, and Grandpa said 'I sold it' and wouldn't talk about it. I was extremely disappointed.  Well, it seems he had given it to Larry and Larry tucked it away.  20 years later, here it is!
Looks like I'll be around here for a while asking a bunch of questions to get grandpa's bike cleaned up and road worthy!




I also have one of  the '78 Moto Guzzi Robins Grandpa bought new from Larry. About 400 miles it. 

[Lannis]

Sounds like some good times coming up, having a "family heirloom" like that to work on and enjoy!   Even at 40 years old, it could be just as much of a mile-eater on US highways as anything you can ride.

Hope you get it up and proudly going again, like it "used to"!

Lannis

[BikeMike]

Hello all,

Mike Heenan, 59, Construction Manager,
Vernon, BC Canada

[bkiser]

Brian Kiser from Chattanooga, TN.  Work in IT (AIX for anyone who cares).  Just bought a V9 Bobber yesterday.  My last (and only other) bike was a 2004 Triumph Bonneville.  Originally went looking for a V7 closeout deal and actually preferred the V9.  Most will probably disagree with that assessment, but I am ok with that.

[gerryp]

Brian Kiser from Chattanooga, TN.  Work in IT (AIX for anyone who cares).  Just bought a V9 Bobber yesterday.  My last (and only other) bike was a 2004 Triumph Bonneville.  Originally went looking for a V7 closeout deal and actually preferred the V9.  Most will probably disagree with that assessment, but I am ok with that.

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Guzzi family.

Don't worry what someone else might think about the purchase of the V9 vs a close out on a V7.  What matters is what works best for you.

Regards,

Gerry

[Bill Hagan]

Brian Kiser from Chattanooga, TN.  Work in IT (AIX for anyone who cares).  Just bought a V9 Bobber yesterday.  My last (and only other) bike was a 2004 Triumph Bonneville.  Originally went looking for a V7 closeout deal and actually preferred the V9.  Most will probably disagree with that assessment, but I am ok with that.

I'm with Gerry on that.  I don't care what anyone else thinks about which Guzzis I have.  OTOH, anyone with an HDM EV has to have a thick skin.   

Welcome.

Bill

P.S.  You are near enough to that Memorial Day weekend Kentucky mutton run to think about coming along.  You'd have the only V9 there, too.  See the (LONG) thread here: http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php?topic=87883.0