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General Discussion / Re: The V85 or the Quota

« Last post by snobear on April 09, 2026, 12:18:34 PM »

Well I just need to get the Quota in my shop and do some riding.  I did add wings to my V85 for wind buffeting but on the 1000SP the air flow is exceptional for my height of 5' 11".  Now I did replace that windshield with what I thought would be the same height but the new one is about an inch taller when I got it so we will see.
If the Quota has buffeting issues I am guessing some lower wings will help alot.
The info shared here has been very informative and I appreciate the feedback.
The answer seems to be I may need to keep both, dam Guzzi's are sort of making me a hoarder again when I am trying to make more shop room.

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General Discussion / Minnesota Rally in 2026?

« Last post by Zimmermichaels1ea on April 09, 2026, 12:13:19 PM »

I have a soft spot for the Minnesota MG Rally as it was the first MG Rally I ever attended.

Minnesota guys, are there any plans for one in 2026?

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General Discussion / Re: V7 850 final drive leak

« Last post by Dr. Enzo Toma on April 09, 2026, 11:47:09 AM »

I think I found the lift handle you're talking about, but not sure if it would fit the V7 850, or with my luggage setup.
https://www.motomachines.com/hepco-becker-center-stand-lift-handle-moto-guzzi-v9-bobber-roamer

I do have the rear rack to lift from, and yes, full weight on the right foot that's on the center stand. The majority of my motorcycles have center stands and I tend to use them regularly, especially to level the bike when fueling up or accessing luggage. Whenever I get the bike back again I'll try parking on a shim. I suspect it's an issue of weight as others that have tried could get it up onto the stand, though it didn't look particularly easy for them.

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General Discussion / Re: Ar. Rally

« Last post by MiddleAgedMissile on April 09, 2026, 10:57:22 AM »

Not going to make it this weekend. Had a bit of a delay with some parts and bike is still on the bench. The good news is there is light at the end of the tunnel…the old Ambassador is very close to being a reliable rider again.
FYI… I just cancelled my reservation for campsite 63 if anyone needs a spot.
Really sorry to miss but will see you some of you in Cedar Vale.

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General Discussion / Re: V7 850 final drive leak

« Last post by jrt on April 09, 2026, 10:51:14 AM »

Regarding the center stand-  I have a V7ii, so might be a bit different.  The lifting handle mentioned by mechanicsavant does help, but it's kinda low.  Also, I'm assuming you know to stand and put your weight on the aft part of the center stand to counterbalance as you lift?

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General Discussion / Re: Assisted needed

« Last post by DoubleGuzzi on April 09, 2026, 10:39:29 AM »

I suspect the V500 would be just as competent as the Honda?

Considerably less bulky and heavy, though reliability depends on a lot of factors. 

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General Discussion / Re: The V85 or the Quota

« Last post by turboguzzi on April 09, 2026, 09:57:23 AM »

I have only test rode a V85 but owned a Quota. The Quota produced the most buffeting of any bike on earth. Head in paint shaker type buffeting e so violent it blurred your vision. Also wind noise that sounded like and was as loud as an Ambulance siren anytime you got to highway speeds and increased in intensity as you rolled on the throttle. Around town 2-lane back roads its was fine a long legged Adventure bike. One trip on the slab from Mid-Ohio back to Pennsylvania ruined me proper.

Shame is the 1100 motor is one of Guzzi's best and the geometry of the bike was good. But no way to cure the buffeting and the little bit of aftermarket stuff that was available for theses bikes is long gone. Even used parts are rare as there ws never a lot of these in country.

A nice clean example has popped up recently near me (maybe the same bike you are looking at) and as nice as it looks you could not pay me to take it.

If you buy the Quota and can only keep one bike it will likely be the Quota because you'll play hell trying to find a buyer for it even after you cut the price to almost nothing.

Excellent input
A lot depends on your height (im 6'3") and personal preferences,
For instance, I was totally annoyed by my original 1000 SP fairing, replaced it with a GIVI, and then proceeded to trim it in steps until i got no more helmet buffeting, but it protects well up to shoulder height.
must have taken away something like 6", so its now more like a sport screen.
I could easily see myself having a long term relationship with a Quota, replacing my clunky 1986 R80G/s, but the german cow has also enderaing points.
If i ever end up with one, id spend some time finding a solution for the screen to fit your needs

quite a few ideas here:
https://www.thisoldtractor.com/moto_guzzi_quota_windshield_options.html

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General Discussion / Re: The V85 or the Quota

« Last post by Tkelly on April 09, 2026, 09:13:01 AM »

Buy the  cheap Quota and be glad you aren’t paying for US health insurance.

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General Discussion / Re: 1935 GTS Rear Rack

« Last post by Dave Swanson on April 09, 2026, 09:08:02 AM »

There used to be a leather shop in Island Lake that made one off things and repairs. And wasn't there a leather shop in Harvard. Maybe try a saddle shop too.

Thanks for the suggestions.  This is one bike that just wont look right with a modern pack on it.   

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General Discussion / Re: Facebook Post New England Loop Frame

« Last post by guzzisteve on April 09, 2026, 08:54:04 AM »

Did you look in the Swap Meet on here, there are cross posts there from FB by members.