Author Topic: New owner of Breva 750, questions (Read 14091 times)

inditx · « **on:** December 25, 2014, 05:16:22 PM »

Just picked up an 04 and liking it so far but need a few tweaks please;

Anyone have advice for risers or changing to Nevada bars for up and back? If so, all cables replaced for either or select ones for each? I have long arms and torso and have had to put risers on almost every upright seating position bike i've owned…. :o

Lastly, anyone decat and add K&N with different exhaust like a 2 into 1? How much performance/hp can you expect? Is it worth it? Thanks! :PICS!:

inditx

Vasco DG · « **Reply #1 on:** December 25, 2014, 05:24:50 PM »

De-cat, rock strainer and silly pipe will get you approximately three fifths of bugger-all in terms of a performance boost but will make it run poorly in the bottom end and midrange and accelerate engine wear. Rather than wasting money on crap like that I'd suggest buying a sump extension. Can't help with the ergo question.

Pete

inditx · « **Reply #2 on:** December 25, 2014, 05:40:12 PM »

Thanks Vasco DG!

oldbike54 · « **Reply #3 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:13:47 PM »

Some careful rerouting of the cables will allow for a small rise and pullback . Wonder if the risers from a later V7 will work ?

Dusty

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #3 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:13:47 PM »

inditx · « **Reply #4 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:35:42 PM »

Is 2" a small rise in your opinion?
Thanks

oldbike54 · « **Reply #5 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:40:59 PM »

Quote from: inditx on December 25, 2014, 06:35:42 PM

Is 2" a small rise in your opinion?
Thanks

I installed a set of risers on a friends V7 Stone , seems like they were in that range . Had to remove the headlight and a few brackets to route the cables . Yeah , I think 2 inches is doable if the set up is the same .

Dusty

inditx · « **Reply #6 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:42:16 PM »

Thanks

inditx · « **Reply #7 on:** December 25, 2014, 06:48:16 PM »

Yeah

I still wonder if the Nevada bars would work and how much difference there is between the 2...

bad Chad · « **Reply #8 on:** December 25, 2014, 10:56:46 PM »

There is somebody who I have seen/heard at the WI rally with a B750 that has aftermarket cans, that sound absolutely off the top shelf fantastic! I can't say how the thing runs, but man does it sound mega cool.

Pfaff! · « **Reply #9 on:** December 26, 2014, 05:38:42 AM »

Second Pete.
If you really need risers, go buy two 21 mm sockets, four 100X M10 bolts and give it a try. The cables won't need re-routing for a 40mm rise. Did it for a frozen shoulder some years ago but went back to normal as soon as possible.
Posted pics somewhere here.

inditx · « **Reply #10 on:** December 26, 2014, 07:56:46 AM »

Brilliant, I will give that a go.
Thanks!

inditx

inditx · « **Reply #11 on:** December 26, 2014, 07:59:28 AM »

Were the bolts fine thread or…..?
Did it matter what drive size on the sockets?

Sorry, just want to make one trip as opposed to my usual 3. ???

sign216 · « **Reply #12 on:** December 26, 2014, 08:07:08 AM »

I bought these risers for a V7. Fit and finish were good, and adjustment in the rise were a good option over using regular sockets.

Edit: I did have to re-route the clutch cable, but that wasn't a problem.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-2-to-1-Alloy-Handlebar-Risers-Riser-7-8-Bars-Black-Mini-Bike-Chopper-Bobber-/360578100851?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item53f4212e73

oceanluvr · « **Reply #13 on:** December 26, 2014, 09:17:35 AM »

I have a 2007 Breva 750 and added the below risers. Did not have to do much with the cables except adjust the clutch a bit. I like the more upright seating with these and they are well made.

http://www.harpermoto.com/?subcats=Y&status=A&pshort=N&pfull=N&pname=Y&pkeywords=Y&search_performed=Y&q=risers&dispatch=products.search

inditx · « **Reply #14 on:** December 26, 2014, 12:34:40 PM »

Sweet, thanks for the pix oceanluvr!

Pfaff! · « **Reply #15 on:** December 26, 2014, 02:15:55 PM »

Quote from: inditx on December 26, 2014, 07:59:28 AM

Were the bolts fine thread or…..?
Did it matter what drive size on the sockets?

Sorry, just want to make one trip as opposed to my usual 3. ???

21mm will rest fine on the seat of the triple tree. For the thread it's standard, think it's 1,5mm - but it's the same thread as the 60 mm bolts you allready got there....

inditx · « **Reply #16 on:** December 26, 2014, 03:29:26 PM »

Yeah I thought about the bolts I'll remove a minute after I replied… getting old I guess.
Thanks

inditx · « **Reply #17 on:** December 29, 2014, 08:40:55 PM »

Picked them up today, thanks for the tip.

inditx
p.s. Now if I could find a used center stand ::)

M0T0Geezer · « **Reply #18 on:** December 30, 2014, 10:26:07 AM »

I have a 2004 Breva 750 with over 30,000 miles on it. Love the bike and you'll love yours too.

Here is a link to a "V7" text file I've been keeping for my own use. Hope you can find some helpful info there too.

http://www.dansher.com/bikepix/Guzzi/_V7_fyi.txt

I upload updated versions of it about once a week as new info comes in on these Guzzi forums.

oceanluvr · « **Reply #19 on:** December 30, 2014, 01:46:38 PM »

Quote from: inditx on December 29, 2014, 08:40:55 PM

Picked them up today, thanks for the tip.

inditx
p.s. Now if I could find a used center stand ::)

Ha...wait in line LOL. I have been looking for a used center stand for over two years and am too cheap to buy a new one.

inditx · « **Reply #20 on:** December 30, 2014, 01:50:08 PM »

Thanks Motogeezer!

inditx · « **Reply #21 on:** December 30, 2014, 01:51:22 PM »

Me too. (cheap that is) :)

inditx

inditx · « **Reply #22 on:** December 31, 2014, 01:10:58 PM »

Link wouldn't open….

inditx · « **Reply #23 on:** January 02, 2015, 04:59:36 PM »

oceanluvr

Did you reroute any cables?
Can't tell from the pic but it looks like the brake cable goes in front of the headlight bracket?

Having some issues and got her all torn apart. Any help is much appreciated.

inditx

inditx · « **Reply #24 on:** January 18, 2015, 09:15:24 PM »

>:(
Is it just me or is the little Breva somewhat uninspiring to ride? Don't mean to step on any toes or get into a heated debate but…..
I like the weight but I frankly I expected a bit more oomph. And cornering might be fine but me toe touches pavement under the gear shift. 2 up riding? Forget about it imho.
Wished I'd have at least tried a Breva 1100 or V11 before I pulled the trigger. :winer

Anyone looking for a 750 Breva or trade or…..?

Like Guzzis but not sure this one is for me frankly. Just being brutally honest here, not hating on the brand.

inditx

Kev m · « **Reply #25 on:** January 19, 2015, 12:24:22 AM »

Quote from: inditx on January 18, 2015, 09:15:24 PM

>:(
Is it just me or is the little Breva somewhat uninspiring to ride? Don't mean to step on any toes or get into a heated debate but…..
I like the weight but I frankly I expected a bit more oomph. And cornering might be fine but me toe touches pavement under the gear shift. 2 up riding? Forget about it imho.
<snip>

Like Guzzis but not sure this one is for me frankly. Just being brutally honest here, not hating on the brand.

inditx

Nope. Not even remotely uninspiring.

That is unless you just don't get it.

The small block is about handling first and foremost.

If you're looking for a rush of engine power than buying something slower than an 883 was definitely the wrong move.

A CARC Big Block like the B11 is a completely different animal and equally uninspiring in the opposite way. When I owned mine it certainly had more engine rush, and could ride along the highway at 80+ for hours without a care, but when it came to handling it couldn't hold a candle to the small block. It's much heavier with a completely different feel. Don't get me wrong it's a fine bike and might be more what you're after, but they are as different as two modern Guzzis can be.

As for dragging a toe as you describe, sounds like the suspension is not adjusted or is sacked...

father guzzi obrian · « **Reply #26 on:** January 19, 2015, 07:30:39 AM »

What you need is a good, cheap used Griso 1100, plenty of power and great handling, and pretty comfy as well.

M0T0Geezer · « **Reply #27 on:** January 19, 2015, 10:30:40 AM »

Quote from: inditx on December 31, 2014, 01:10:58 PM

Link wouldn't open….

Worked OK for me just now:

http://www.dansher.com/bikepix/Guzzi/_V7_fyi.txt

inditx · « **Reply #28 on:** January 19, 2015, 10:56:27 AM »

Thanks MOTOGeezer!

inditx · « **Reply #29 on:** January 19, 2015, 10:58:06 AM »

Thanks Kevm

I think I get it with the handling and light weight but riding 2 up has me more worried than the oomph factor….

inditx

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