V85TT Heat shields issue

[Scottyuk]

Hi all,
        Two things:-

1. Has anybody experienced an issue with the heat shields on the V85tt ? Both of mine became loose and on inspection it became clear the holes for the retaining nuts had become enlarged and  completely misshapen. This was most evident on the front holes which don't come with the anti vibration wire mesh washers used on the back fastners.  I don't know if this was an excess heat issue or vibration. My bike is under 12 months old and at the time I had around 4500 miles on the clock. Guzzi have replaced the shields under warranty, so no issue there.

2. Does anyone (UK base preferably) know where to buy the anti vibration wire mesh washers/spacers that are used on two of the four fixing points for the shields? Id like to buy some spare and fit them the front fixing points and probably replace them fairly regularly.

Look forward to hearing from you. Thanks.
                                                                                   

[aproud1]

I haven't experience any issues with the heat shield but that is probably because my dealer changed to different bolts when setting up my 85. He said the stock bolts tend to be an issue for whatever reason.

Can't help finding your part across the pond there but I think you are looking for Part Number 876879

[blu guzz]

on one of the heat shields, the lower bolt backed out and was lost.  replaced, then the metal around the bolt fatigued and filed, so my solution was a large washer, holds it on so far.

[Kiwi Dave]

Do a search for SCHNORR® safety washers.  They secure the screws, which would otherwise fall out due to vibration.

Locktite is not an option because of the heat involved.

[Moto Vita]

I haven't experience any issues with the heat shield but that is probably because my dealer changed to different bolts when setting up my 85. He said the stock bolts tend to be an issue for whatever reason.

Can't help finding your part across the pond there but I think you are looking for Part Number 876879

 What type of bolts did your dealer use? The stock ones use a 4mm hex bit and are easily stripped out.

[Vagrant]

It's happened to several of us. But they aren't elongated they are stress cracked from cheap metal. The front holes, closest to the front tire are what cracked out on mine. They are the ones that should have the wire heat spacer washer. Not the rear. You can see the shoulder for it cut out on the boss. The bolts are softer than cheese. Go get 4 new slightly longer ones from the hardware store and 8 fender washers for inside and outside.  Install with some blue locktite. I did do the wire washers on all four of mine also.

[Bisbonian]

MyTech makes a much more robust option for the heat shield.

[Vagrant]

That's what I'll most likely get if mine fail again, but in the pics they appear a bit ugly.

[blu guzz]

vagrant:  mine did exactly that.