Introductions thread...Introduce yourself to the group !

[eljayski]

Hi there! Larry from Loveland, Colorado. Retired Colorado State University accounting professor. Bought two Guzzis, V7 and V100, in the last month!

[Xander]

Hi there! Larry from Loveland, Colorado. Retired Colorado State University accounting professor. Bought two Guzzis, V7 and V100, in the last month!

And another addict is born.  Hello, Colorado!

[afulltank]

hello from the centre of Canada, Daryl, 61, real estate. Rode when I was a kid, admired bikers at ferry crossings while holding the hands of my 2 little kids. Not little anymore, away we go.

Got my license in June 2022 and bought a 2022 V7 Stone. it now has 17,000 km's on it. Went to Quebec City last year and leaving shortly to Newfoundland. First year I almost drove off the highway going 60, I went past the rumble strip of the paved shoulder, that was close! Found out my head bearings were shot. Bottom rusted right out, top less bad.

I hope to post of my upcoming trip. 

[Nowheelies]

Very casual lurker due to busy life, but decided it is time to stick my toe in the water. I bought a 2012 Norge late last summer with low miles. In an attempt to replace my FJR I ran across the Norge and boy howdy! I thought I liked the FJR and I guess I did, but this goofy Norge has got to be the most fun I have had on two wheels since I was a kid. Excepting an oil sensor leak that was present when purchased and fussing around trying to get keys made (it only came with one) it has been an absolute dream to own. Mrs. Nowheelies likes it as well and in my book that is a huge win. Must keep Mrs. N happy.

Ride mostly NE Minnesota, which means seasonal, unfortunately. No long trips, our style is more trailer to a part of the world we wish to be in and use either a camper or pickup box tent as a base camp.

One question that has been nagging me since day one. What on earth is the chrome lined black hole in the center of the bike. If I get sucked into it do I start speaking Italian? Will Mrs. N start weaving her way into a tarantella move? Is a pizza forthcoming?

[guzzisteve]

Nowheelies, welcome to the forum. the chrome hole is nothing, just a hole. Serves no purpose. I would check the heads to make sure the motor has been rollerized. Do a search to find out more. AND there is a rally up there this weekend.

[Tkelly]

hello from the centre of Canada, Daryl, 61, real estate. Rode when I was a kid, admired bikers at ferry crossings while holding the hands of my 2 little kids. Not little anymore, away we go.

Got my license in June 2022 and bought a 2022 V7 Stone. it now has 17,000 km's on it. Went to Quebec City last year and leaving shortly to Newfoundland. First year I almost drove off the highway going 60, I went past the rumble strip of the paved shoulder, that was close! Found out my head bearings were shot. Bottom rusted right out, top less bad.

I hope to post of my upcoming trip. 
There is an island with an undersea iron mine near StJohns,a beautiful city with a gigantic Basilica and amazing museum called the Rooms.Beer is rather pricey but made from icebergs.Hope the weather is good .

[Piranha32005]

Jason from Nebraska. I have been riding a 2003 California evt for the last couple years and just purchased a 2017 MGX-21 last week. I just have to wait for it to be shipped, but that is lined up and should arrive hopefully by the Fourth of July. Both bikes are relatively stock.

[OwenC]

Hi, Owen from a land down under (Queensland, Australia).  I am retired and have a small collection of motorcycles.  Latest addition is a 1975 T3. My other bikes are mainly old brits with an SL350 Honda K2 thrown in for good measure.  I enjoy making parts for my collection and for a small selection other folks.  Thanks for letting me join.

[zip50]

Name is Tim from Lincoln, MA. Just brought home a 2018 V7 III Carbon Shine. Looking forward to learning and sharing with this group.

[70Ambo21V7]

New 'real human.'  Been lurking thinking I was already a member but when I tried to log in I found I didn't have human staus yet.

Have one of my Grandfather's Ambassadors, 1970, I'm rebuilding plus I bought a 2021 V7 Special last year. Was recently accepted (I think) into a build fellowship so that resparked interest in working on the Ambassador.

Anyway, happy to be here and look forward learning and contributing where I can.

[DeeTeeBee]

Hi y'all!  I'm Derek, I'm 53, I manage to make a living making musicains sound good (and occasionally joining them on stage), and I live in Pasadena, CA.  I brought home a 2023 V7 850 Special back in March and have spent the last few months making some additions.  I put Bitubo suspension in front and back (MAJOR improvement!) and added some H&B luggage, a windsheild, and centerstand.  I love it!!  Will be lurking around here and chiming-in/asking-for-advice as needed!!
 

[aiknight]

Hey all,

Adam Knight
46 years old
Married with two kids (boys)
Solution Consultant Manager at Markem-Imaje
Hobbies are Cars & Motorcycles
Canton, GA (North of Atlanta)
I currently owns one bike (Honda Trail125) and looking for buying a Guzzi

[Xander]

Hey all,
...
I currently owns one bike (Honda Trail125) and looking for buying a Guzzi

Hey there!  I recommend a V85 TT, '21 or later for the upgraded tech, and if you can find one, the Centenario.  Here's mine:

[guzzisteve]

Hey all,

Adam Knight
46 years old
Married with two kids (boys)
Solution Consultant Manager at Markem-Imaje
Hobbies are Cars & Motorcycles
Canton, GA (North of Atlanta)
I currently owns one bike (Honda Trail125) and looking for buying a Guzzi

Welcome, there was a MGNOC club dinner in Canton on 16th, guys from around area. I'm over by Winder.

[motojobobo]

Roger here, 60 years old, currently a rancher raising Nelore cattle in eastern/lowland Bolivia.

Got my hands on my very first Guzzi 12 days ago, a 2021 V85TT. In love with it!

[MrFixit]

Bob Wortman  66 Northeast Alabama USA

I am retired from a career as an engineer and maintenance manager in a high tech industry.  I have many interests. Theology, philosophy, recovery, motorcycling, home and professional sound systems, music, photography, fishing, shooting, whatever catches my ear or eye.

[DWEL]

Hi there,
My name is Dave and I have 2 guzzi's now. I picked up this 2002 California Special Sport last weekend. It is in amazing condition.

[Kiwi_Roy]

Very casual lurker due to busy life, but decided it is time to stick my toe in the water. I bought a 2012 Norge late last summer with low miles. In an attempt to replace my FJR I ran across the Norge and boy howdy! I thought I liked the FJR and I guess I did, but this goofy Norge has got to be the most fun I have had on two wheels since I was a kid. Excepting an oil sensor leak that was present when purchased and fussing around trying to get keys made (it only came with one) it has been an absolute dream to own. Mrs. Nowheelies likes it as well and in my book that is a huge win. Must keep Mrs. N happy.

Ride mostly NE Minnesota, which means seasonal, unfortunately. No long trips, our style is more trailer to a part of the world we wish to be in and use either a camper or pickup box tent as a base camp.

One question that has been nagging me since day one. What on earth is the chrome lined black hole in the center of the bike. If I get sucked into it do I start speaking Italian? Will Mrs. N start weaving her way into a tarantella move? Is a pizza forthcoming?

I believe that hole is used to susspend the bike on the assembly line in the factory,
I used it on my Griso to lift the bike off the ground for tire changing etc.
I posted sketch of how to do that a couple of years back.

[ZGuzzi]

Hey all!

My name is Zack. I'm a California native, but currently in Indiana to get a PhD in Music Education.

I've been riding Guzzis since 2015. First a '10 Griso, then a '17 Cali14 Custom, and now a '14 Stelvio NTX.

Been working through lots of problems the previous owners left me, but I've been enjoying the journey and all the knowledge I'm picking up along the way.

I commute on my bike a lot and have put down about 9k miles since I bought it last April.

When I'm at a place to get a second bike, I'm considering a V7 Racer (or maybe a V7 850 I convert into a Racer style), a Le Mans, or an older El Dorado. Really leaning towards the older bikes.


Looking forward to hanging around here more.

Me on pickup day with the Stelvio:



A random lake I found while stretching the Stelvio's fire-road legs:



 Previous Cali14:

[Moto Mike]

Hello!
My name is Mike, thank you for having me. I'm a 46 year old working class guy that lives in Oregon. I grew up in SoCal and started riding in the dirt at age five, then transitioned to road bikes as an adult. I’ve been very fortunate to have owned many different makes and models (Japanese/european) over the years, each with their unique character and purpose. As I’ve aged, I have found that I prefer European motorcycles. Triumph and Moto Guzzi are at the top for me. I enjoy doing my own maintenance and mods. I recently sold my 2009 Triumph Bonneville and 2016 Street Triple Rx and replaced them with a 2017 MG V7 iii Stone and 2019 Yamaha XT 250 dual sport. This is my first Moto Guzzi, I bought it for the reasons a lot of people do.. the pursuit of character, old school analog feel, but with modern engineering. I have been enjoying my time with the V7! I bought it used with 1100 miles on the clock, it was completely stock. I've made a few changes so far.. generic bar end mirrors, Hornet fly screen, Leather Works saddlebags, and Raask slip on silencers. I have installed GuzziDiag on my laptop and purchased the proper cables. I have successfully connected to my bike and will continue to familiarize myself with the tool. This awesome resource and community is one of the main reasons I decided to pull the trigger and buy my V7. I want to be apart of it, exchange knowledge, experiences and offer anything that I can.
Gratefully,
Mike

[Vagrant]

First welcome.
You just asked a question on another forum. You will be reamed out there for mentioning Guzzi dia.
I'll answer it here. The v7III hates water in switches and anywhere near the O2 sensors. Get a can of Deoxit and flush out your starter button and switches regularly. Make sure the battery cables are spotlessly clean. Especially where the ground strap attaches to the back of the engine.  Use the Guzzi dia to clear the codes and then to shut off the O2 sensors. It should run fine then. If not, ask your questions on this forum.

[Moto Mike]

First welcome.
You just asked a question on another forum. You will be reamed out there for mentioning Guzzi dia.
I'll answer it here. The v7III hates water in switches and anywhere near the O2 sensors. Get a can of Deoxit and flush out your starter button and switches regularly. Make sure the battery cables are spotlessly clean. Especially where the ground strap attaches to the back of the engine.  Use the Guzzi dia to clear the codes and then to shut off the O2 sensors. It should run fine then. If not, ask your questions on this forum.

Thank you!
I only got as far as my introduction on that site, I was warned and my reference to it was deleted. I did not mean to break the rules there, I just ignorantly stepped into it, if you know what I mean. I will gladly take your advice and look into the switches. If you have time, I posted more details on this site under General. Subject V7 and the 3 codes that popped up when using GuzziDiag. I would love to hear your feedback!
Cheers,
Mike

[DustdevilDave]

Always liked Guzzi's as they were a tinkerer's bike.

It's the "V" the way it was meant to be !

[guzzisteve]

Welcome Dave

[DustdevilDave]

Dave Stiles
76 years young
Retired Navy/Marine Corps, Gov't Contractor'
Previous bikes : 750 Sport, 1100 Bassa, assorted other makes and models
Hobbies: Hunting, fishing, tinkering with stuff.

[Maniu_POLSKA]

Hello everyone I am from POLAND and I am the happy owner of MOTO GUZZI 1400 AUDACE. Previously I rode 1200 4V SPORT for 7 years which is for sale.

[guzzisteve]

Welcome to the Wild Side

[lcjohnny]

Hi not-yet-70-year old from Bristol UK
Just bought a V85TT

Keen to learn

Guzzistory = Spada SP1000, V50iii, Lario, GRiSO 1200
(other bikes were ridden)

[uncleal13]

[/img]Allan Wilson
Retired - busy, don't know how I had time for work in the past
Was in Canadian Armed Forces, mostly semi-truck driver after that.
Just last year I got back into motorcycling after 36 years.
 Newer bikes are a pain to service, people said Moto Guzzi was easiest.
Last week I bought a one owner 2008 1200 Sport with 35,000 kms.

Pilger, Saskatchewan, Canada

past bikes:
2024 Royal Enfield Bullet 350
2001 Honda Shadow 750 ACE
1982 Kawasaki KZ1100
1976 Suzuki GT 750 two stroke
1977 Yamaha TX500
1972 Honda CB350 twin

[Dumon]

Hey there, my name is Simon Kullmann, I'm 21 years old from Germany and i am a trainee as IT system administrator