Advise on 2000 1100 sport

[groundhog105]

is the 2000 model have any problems that I should avoid it

[Doppelgaenger]

I believe they have a problem with 5th gear. At least that's the answer I got when I was thinking about buying one.

[fotoguzzi]

A 2000 would be a v11 sport not a 1100 sport. It has a 6 speed smooth as margarine  no worries!

[groundhog105]

Yes it is the v11 sport.  Any problems that year

[Tom]

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.

[fotoguzzi]

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?

[Kiwi_Roy]

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

[tool flinger]

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.

[JoeW]

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. 

[groundhog]

Thanks for all the advise guys.  I think this one will get passed on.

[TDF]

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

[Dean Rose]

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. 

Dean

[Tom]

And.....my wife thinks I'm crazy. 

[Chuck in Indiana]

The V11 Sport is my all time favorite bike.. Why? No good reason, really.. it just is.  The last of the *real* Guzzis. 

[Kiwi_Roy]

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.