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General Category => General Discussion => Topic started by: groundhog105 on October 06, 2016, 05:14:49 PM
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is the 2000 model have any problems that I should avoid it
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I believe they have a problem with 5th gear. At least that's the answer I got when I was thinking about buying one.
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A 2000 would be a v11 sport not a 1100 sport. It has a 6 speed smooth as margarine no worries!
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Yes it is the v11 sport. Any problems that year
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Vapor lock from the fuel pump being too close to the top of the engine. Relocate it and you'll be fine or insulate it from the engine heat.
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Aesthetically the best Guzzi since the Lemans 1, Guzzi has never made a more sexy macine imhp
They are a very reliable bike after you chase down a few niggles. If in nice condition get it, you'll be smitten.
If it's lime green why don't you own it already?
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I have a 2001, I'll never part with it.
They have a few minor issues but no show stoppers.
Visit VII Lemans.com
Buy it already
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There were two recalls on the V11 Sports built in 1999 due to connecting rod bolt and transmission issues. Check the VIN against the numbers shown in the recalls here:
http://www.v11lemans.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=14680
If the bike that you're considering falls within those VIN ranges the seller should have documentation that shows the repairs have been done. If not keep looking.
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I bought a new V11 Sport new in 2000. The recalls did include con rod bolts, third gear, and oil cooler mounts. I had issues with the clutch and intake valve stems, the trans was replaced under warranty as was the first clutch, the second one I did myself. Once I started noticing oil smoke on hot starts and got the notice for the con rods, I listed it on Ebay and bailed. I enjoyed the bike and the Triumph Sprint ST I replaced it with fell very short on suspension and handling. Join that forum, check to see if necessary campaigns were performed and don't pay a lot of money for it.
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Thanks for all the advise guys. I think this one will get passed on.
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Have 30+ motorcycles currently in my shed, and the absolute last one I will part with is my V11 Sport. Has had it's minor niggles, but has been a joy to own. Took it on a 1500 mile jaunt this September. Was a blast.
TDF
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Have 30+ motorcycles currently in my shed, and the absolute last one I will part with is my V11 Sport. Has had it's minor niggles, but has been a joy to own. Took it on a 1500 mile jaunt this September. Was a blast.
TDF
That's not a shed, it's a warehouse. :grin:
Dean
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And.....my wife thinks I'm crazy. :grin:
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The V11 Sport is my all time favorite bike.. Why? No good reason, really.. it just is. :smiley: The last of the *real* Guzzis. :evil: :smiley:
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Thanks for all the advise guys. I think this one will get passed on.
You're really asking on the wrong forum VIILemans.com is where the VII guys lurk
At least post a link to the bike if you are going to pass.