Author Topic: V85 TT Merged Threadfest (Read 518542 times)

Zinfan · « **Reply #2370 on:** February 23, 2020, 11:19:09 AM »

I hope this is ok to link as some owners might find it useful. Over on the ADVRider forums (where I post as Otterchaos) a member contacted me about making a socket tool for the rear wheel of the V85. I had purchased another tool he made for the Stelvio front axle nut that works on the V85 as well so he knew I owned the bike. I took measurements for him and he sent me the prototype (for free) which worked great. He is selling them over there and I thought some of you might be interested in the tool. I get nothing from this other than a free tool for providing the measurements.

The rear wheel tool is on the left and front axle tool in the middle with 13mm socket for scale.

https://advrider.com/f/threads/moto-guzzi-and-others-front-axle-nut-socket.1404770/page-2#post-39436627

Apologies if this is outside forum rules.

Huzo · « **Reply #2371 on:** February 24, 2020, 08:12:17 PM »

Quote from: alfaguzzi on July 02, 2019, 01:53:43 PM

I belive a front fender from Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally will fit the bracket.

Can anyone tell me what year Caponord that guard is from ?
I have a quote of $60 for a new one..!

Kiwi Dave · « **Reply #2372 on:** February 24, 2020, 08:54:48 PM »

Quote from: Huzo on February 24, 2020, 08:12:17 PM

Can anyone tell me what year Caponord they guard is from ?
I have a quote of $60 for a new one..!

Dunno what year, Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally front fender is what you need, part #2B0024475.

There's also a fender extender to consider, as the Caponord fender still allows crap to plaster the front of the motor. Get one from Pyramid Plastics, #057173. £19.50

Huzo · « **Reply #2373 on:** February 25, 2020, 01:33:47 AM »

Quote from: Kiwi Dave on February 24, 2020, 08:54:48 PM

Dunno what year, Aprilia Caponord 1200 Rally front fender is what you need, part #2B0024475.

There's also a fender extender to consider, as the Caponord fender still allows crap to plaster the front of the motor. Get one from Pyramid Plastics, #057173. £19.50

You beauty....!
Thanks.

NWrider · « **Reply #2374 on:** February 25, 2020, 10:45:22 AM »

Huzo, the front fender is stock on a 2016 Aprilia Caponord Rally. I have one and trial fitted it to my V85 before ordering. $60 is a very good price. I think I paid over $70.

Huzo · « **Reply #2375 on:** February 25, 2020, 01:07:47 PM »

Quote from: NWrider on February 25, 2020, 10:45:22 AM

Huzo, the front fender is stock on a 2016 Aprilia Caponord Rally. I have one and trial fitted it to my V85 before ordering. $60 is a very good price. I think I paid over $70.

Can you supply some shots?
Thanks also for the info.

NWrider · « **Reply #2376 on:** February 26, 2020, 11:02:05 AM »

I've posted pics before but:

pauldaytona · « **Reply #2377 on:** February 28, 2020, 04:07:47 AM »

There is a new map for the ecu, seems to solve knocking at low revs. Map name is: 7621GA15 for Eu & World, 7621GC15 for 35KW, 7621GC15 for USA, 7621GD15 for China. Your dealer can load it with PADS. If you have the cables for it, you can DIY, send me PM with Email address and what curent map is.

Bpreynolds2 · « **Reply #2378 on:** February 29, 2020, 07:04:40 PM »

I’m not aware of a way to search this 80 page thread specifically and I’m probably sure this has come up on here before but has anyone fitted a 17” tire to the front wheel for the street? They all come with 19” stock, right?

93spada · « **Reply #2379 on:** March 01, 2020, 11:00:26 AM »

Quote from: NWrider on February 26, 2020, 11:02:05 AM

I've posted pics before but:

Is there any reason to not remove the original front fender??
That is the only thing I don't like the looks of on the bike.
Paul

Kiwi Dave · « **Reply #2380 on:** March 01, 2020, 12:30:15 PM »

Probably just a matter of taste. I took mine off for around 20 seconds, and then replaced it. Your tastes may vary.

Zinfan · « **Reply #2381 on:** March 01, 2020, 02:13:48 PM »

Quote from: Bpreynolds2 on February 29, 2020, 07:04:40 PM

I’m not aware of a way to search this 80 page thread specifically and I’m probably sure this has come up on here before but has anyone fitted a 17” tire to the front wheel for the street? They all come with 19” stock, right?

I've kept up with this thread and the one over at ADVRider and can't remember anyone fitting a smaller rim.

Knuckle Dragger · « **Reply #2382 on:** March 01, 2020, 03:56:21 PM »

Quote from: 93spada on March 01, 2020, 11:00:26 AM

Is there any reason to not remove the original front fender??
That is the only thing I don't like the looks of on the bike.
Paul

Removing the original mudguard will leave a gaping void in the bikes profile aesthetic. Somewhere on this site (probably within this increasingly unwieldy thread) is a pair of photographs showing just that: a fuglied-up V85 with said original front mudguard removed.

But don't take my word for it. Try it yourself. One person's aesthetic depravity may very well be another's cuteness & beauty.

rocker59 · « **Reply #2383 on:** March 02, 2020, 11:37:06 AM »

Quote from: Bpreynolds2 on February 29, 2020, 07:04:40 PM

I’m not aware of a way to search this 80 page thread specifically and I’m probably sure this has come up on here before but has anyone fitted a 17” tire to the front wheel for the street? They all come with 19” stock, right?

Just have the stock front hub relaced with a 17-inch rim. Lots of places to send your hub to. Buchanan's, Woody's, etc.

Remove your front wheel. Remove the brake rotors. Cut the spokes. Send the bare hub. They'll send you a wheel back with the rim and spokes of your choice laced to your hub. remount your brake rotors. mount and balance new tire. Install new wheel on your bike.

https://woodyswheelworks.com/

http://www.buchananspokes.com/categories/rims.asp

Numbercruncher · « **Reply #2384 on:** March 06, 2020, 11:29:51 AM »

I have not yet purchased a new V85TT and this recall has me a bit concerned. Does it have anything to do with the low level reported in some rear differentials or something similar?

"My" dealer is over 300 miles away and I need to know this bike can be trusted for lots of summer riding miles. Can anyone post a copy of the recall notice? Do dealers now effect this repair before you take delivery of a new bike? This last part is the most important one.

NC

Quote from: Zinfan on January 15, 2020, 10:41:01 AM

My recall notice arrived, here is a copy/paste of what I wrote on ADVrider.

My recall notice arrived in the mail yesterday. Upshot is they plan to inspect the rear drive for leakage and if found will replace internal seals and then fit a outer seal/cover to prevent any oil from getting on the tire. If no leakage found they will fit the outer cover. Foot peg clips will be inspected and replaced if found defective (I think they should just replace them anyways, can't cost anything to do that). Also listed is additional tech updates including based on VIN installing a new clutch cable guide arch, tightening the oil sump screws and sump guard screws, installing locking nuts on the lumbar support cushion and inspecting rear brake master cylinder for fluid seepage. All those I've done myself apart for the clutch cable arch.

They are also going to do a general inspection of the bike and run the diagnostic tool to check the computers (hey they can reset my wrench light) .

Final thing is the Piaggio is going to extend the warranty an extra year so I get 3 instead of 2.

Looks like I'll be burning up the last of the Conti trail attack tires on the 500 mile round trip to get this done.

Moparnut72 · « **Reply #2385 on:** March 06, 2020, 01:02:22 PM »

This recall, even though it doesn't affect me, sounds like an over reaction to a minor problem. Maybe the seal fails in a catastrophic fashion suddenly dumping a load of oil on the rear tire possibly causing a dangerous situation. However all of the seal failures I have experienced or seen usually happen over time resulting in a slow leak or weep. Shouldn't riders inspect their bikes on a regular basis to discover this kind of problem in a timely manner? I just discovered a screw in my rear tire that wasn't even scratched up yet, I caught it within a day or so of its entry. (Nearly new tire also, dammit.) Anyway I think MG is just covering its butt. Of course, as usual, I am most likely wrong.
kk

Zinfan · « **Reply #2386 on:** March 06, 2020, 01:17:36 PM »

My recall notice.

Numbercruncher · « **Reply #2387 on:** March 06, 2020, 01:55:28 PM »

Sounds like MG is on their A game and more importantly, a new bike can be ridden away from the dealer knowing the issue has been handled and won't require a separate trip to the dealer.

Thanks.

NC

blu guzz · « **Reply #2388 on:** March 06, 2020, 04:05:37 PM »

I have 4,000 miles on mine and have not encountered either of these problems or any other for that matter.

Zinfan · « **Reply #2389 on:** March 06, 2020, 04:42:38 PM »

Quote from: blu guzz on March 06, 2020, 04:05:37 PM

I have 4,000 miles on mine and have not encountered either of these problems or any other for that matter.

14,000 on mine and I did have the left side rider peg clip break (or fell off I only noticed it was missing) but my final drive never leaked.

Below is a picture I took months ago of the final drive without the recall work done.

And here it is after the recall work.

Huzo · « **Reply #2390 on:** March 06, 2020, 04:45:43 PM »

Hmmm..
Dealers...!

giusto · « **Reply #2391 on:** March 06, 2020, 05:00:10 PM »

Quote from: Zinfan on March 06, 2020, 01:17:36 PM

My recall notice.

It makes me love the breed even more :).......btw never call anyone a paesano

Huzo · « **Reply #2392 on:** March 06, 2020, 05:02:12 PM »

Agreed..!
Improves the level of understanding and involvement and I like it.

Numbercruncher · « **Reply #2393 on:** March 06, 2020, 05:26:01 PM »

If you get the bike clean to your satisfaction, coat the engine with ACF-50. This will make it shine like new and make the next clean up job way easier.

NC

Quote from: jmee54 on February 02, 2020, 10:11:58 AM

Ok, how do you guys clean your bike? How do you get all of the black paint looking tickety-bo again in all of the nooks and crannies? Got my bike thoroughly filthy and have just spent 2 hours cleaning it, but I am not happy with the engine and other black bits. I have also got a manky front engine/alternator cover which is corroding along with the exhaust header nuts and a nasty looking cross over pipe with bobbles of rust - certainly not stainless! Any tips of the trade welcome. I've not really been so house proud before, but this is on PCP and it's already looking a bit second hand.

jmee54 · « **Reply #2394 on:** March 07, 2020, 02:03:42 PM »

I've not heard of this extended warranty in the UK - probably due to Brexit!

Cam3512 · « **Reply #2395 on:** March 07, 2020, 02:32:09 PM »

Cerakoted the bash plate and header shields black. New stainless fasteners. Seems to blend nicely.

keener · « **Reply #2396 on:** March 08, 2020, 10:31:24 PM »

that......looks much better than stock .....Nice

NWrider · « **Reply #2397 on:** March 09, 2020, 08:19:59 AM »

I'd like to see a picture of your whole bike with the coated shields to see the entire effect.

Cam3512 · « **Reply #2398 on:** March 09, 2020, 03:35:36 PM »

Quote from: NWrider on March 09, 2020, 08:19:59 AM

I'd like to see a picture of your whole bike with the coated shields to see the entire effect.

Will do, when I get home.

frans belgium · « **Reply #2399 on:** March 10, 2020, 05:41:21 AM »

Quote from: 93spada on March 01, 2020, 11:00:26 AM

Is there any reason to not remove the original front fender??
That is the only thing I don't like the looks of on the bike.
Paul

This is mine. Caponord 1200 fender and Pyramid extension.

Now I'm looking to reproduce the red/white/black striping of the original guards. I contacted a wrapper and a painter. Both were quite reluctant.
Wrappers seem to have only limited choice of colours and painting seems not that easy. And myself, I am afraid of using rattle cans
Now I'm thinking of stickers in the right colour.

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