Author Topic: Suzuka Endurance (Custom Guzzi) (Read 1566 times)

Groover · « **on:** August 06, 2021, 08:09:36 AM »

Really liking this one, great pics too:

http://www.ruotefiere.com/?page_id=486&lang=en

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #1 on:** August 06, 2021, 08:30:31 AM »

364 # !

Why did they choose 16-19" wheels?

Groover · « **Reply #2 on:** August 06, 2021, 08:35:23 AM »

Not sure, I think that's how those were offered from that maker. 16" and 18"

guzzisteve · « **Reply #3 on:** August 06, 2021, 08:41:12 AM »

That one I like, similar to what I'm making my LM3. Mine has 17" & 18" Sport wheels.

JJ · « **Reply #4 on:** August 06, 2021, 08:47:05 AM »

WOW!! Great photos...and that was not a "cheap" build...

Stretch · « **Reply #5 on:** August 06, 2021, 11:39:19 AM »

Beautiful machine - ALL business.

Nothing superfluous.

I really like those old endurance racers.

As others have said, the photography is well done, too.

-Stretch

RinkRat II · « **Reply #6 on:** August 06, 2021, 11:55:20 AM »

I'd be proud to have it my garage. One minor detail, rookie mistake on the safety wire unless those are left hand bolts

Paul B

nc43bsa · « **Reply #7 on:** August 06, 2021, 01:46:17 PM »

I have to question the effectiveness of an oil cooler that has almost no airflow.

chuck peterson · « **Reply #8 on:** August 06, 2021, 02:01:53 PM »

…Brute Force Locomotive…comes to mind

Needs windjammer and a trailer hitch..

A few details

arveno · « **Reply #9 on:** August 06, 2021, 03:56:07 PM »

Quote from: fotoguzzi on August 06, 2021, 08:30:31 AM

364 # !

Why did they choose 16-19" wheels?

they did not , its says 16 -18 last page.

That bike is a "Suzuka racing STYLE it never raced.............. ..................

guzzisteve · « **Reply #10 on:** August 06, 2021, 03:59:26 PM »

Looks like parts from a carb 1100 Sport, front end is same triple. Mine has brakes on back of legs like a Sport, they must have reversed legs.

Huzo · « **Reply #11 on:** August 06, 2021, 04:54:42 PM »

What is the thinking that required retaining springs on the reverse cone muffler end, when it is welded on ?

nc43bsa · « **Reply #12 on:** August 06, 2021, 06:30:19 PM »

Quote from: Huzo on August 06, 2021, 04:54:42 PM

What is the thinking that required retaining springs on the reverse cone muffler end, when it is welded on ?

As with several other features of this bike, it is for appearance, not function.

<edit> upon further inspection, it looks like the megaphone has a reverse cone welded to it, and that the baffle assembly fits over that reverse cone and is held in place by the springs.

guzzi771 · « **Reply #13 on:** August 06, 2021, 07:29:05 PM »

Huzo · « **Reply #14 on:** August 06, 2021, 07:39:12 PM »

I reckon a well built endurance racer encompasses most of the good features you want in a bike.
If it’s a great endurance racer, it’s a great bike...
Although that thing may not have seen competition, it would still be a marvellous road bike if legalised.

Groover · « **Reply #15 on:** August 06, 2021, 07:47:03 PM »

I think the muffler caps look removable to repack them? The first few side shots seem to show the open seam.

Perazzimx14 · « **Reply #16 on:** August 06, 2021, 07:51:30 PM »

Cyberdyne cycles.

This thing needs header wrap and spiked valve stems

Canuck750 · « **Reply #17 on:** August 06, 2021, 08:43:46 PM »

Looks good, serious kit!

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #18 on:** August 06, 2021, 09:40:01 PM »

Quote from: arveno on August 06, 2021, 03:56:07 PM

they did not , its says 16 -18 last page.

i don't follow your reply? You say the same thing I asked ? Wonder why they chose 16 and 19" wheels.

"front 16 X 2.50
rear 18 X 3.50
— Avon Tyres
dimensions:
front 120/60 X 16
rear 150/70 X 18"

nc43bsa · « **Reply #19 on:** August 06, 2021, 09:58:52 PM »

I don't see any reference in the specs to a 19" wheel.

Turin · « **Reply #20 on:** August 06, 2021, 10:36:37 PM »

This has been around awhile and I like it. beats another "cafe racer". I'm restoring an old race bike, hope it comes out half as nice.

The engine specs are off 92bore x 78stroke gives you a 1036, not an 1150.

Stevex · « **Reply #21 on:** August 07, 2021, 04:06:40 AM »

Lovely...apart from the non aircraft quality wire locking.

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #22 on:** August 07, 2021, 07:38:54 AM »

Quote from: nc43bsa on August 06, 2021, 09:58:52 PM

I don't see any reference in the specs to a 19" wheel.

oh duh! I musta been sleeping, or I typed and meant 18"...nevermind.

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