Author Topic: First Impression - 2017 V7 III Special (Read 10399 times)

Guzzi Gal · « **Reply #30 on:** March 17, 2018, 11:52:00 PM »

I almost bought the blue Special then decided to do the bling thing and get my Anni instead. ENJOY!

Litre1000 · « **Reply #31 on:** March 18, 2018, 10:57:33 AM »

Quote from: kballowe on March 16, 2018, 09:52:37 AM

I'd like to put in a plug for the selling dealer, if I may.

Flying Tiger Motorcycles
Maplewood, Missouri
(St. Louis)

Upfront, honest, and no hidden fees or BS. Excellent ++ transaction. And two free test rides......

They had probably 10 V7 III specials and another 10 V7 III Stones, plus two Anniversary models and four V9's.
Some new Royal Enfield 500's and more. Oh, and a restored BSA Lightning and a few other vintage bikes - plus maybe 15 previously loved motorcycles of various manufacture.

They also had one Stelvio and a Griso and several of the big bikes. Sorry, can't remember which ones.

Mmmmmmm......the Griso!!!!

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Vagrant · « **Reply #32 on:** March 18, 2018, 11:34:48 AM »

the III's have double wall pipes so they are a bit bigger, too quiet, don't burn you as quick and they don't change color. compared to my 2015 I like the 2017 better.

trippah · « **Reply #33 on:** March 18, 2018, 11:39:16 AM »

Enjoy the ride -looks good. If I win the lottery in time before I forget what it was I wanted to buy, your dealer sounds like a place I could spend lotsa money at. No snow today, but only 19Degrees this am. Spring may actually creeping in??

DaSwami · « **Reply #34 on:** March 18, 2018, 04:00:43 PM »

Thanks for whetting my appetite just when I thought I was "over" getting a V7III. The main issue is my only nearby dealer doesn't even carry them anymore (other then leftover 2016 stock) and the closest other dealer is 5 hours away.

Though, other than tire changes and valve adjustments, I am pretty comfy maintaining the bike myself. If I learn how to do valve adjustments, then tires is pretty much all I would need the dealer for. Hmmmmmm

Kev m · « **Reply #35 on:** March 18, 2018, 04:49:23 PM »

Quote from: DaSwami on March 18, 2018, 04:00:43 PM

Thanks for whetting my appetite just when I thought I was "over" getting a V7III. The main issue is my only nearby dealer doesn't even carry them anymore (other then leftover 2016 stock) and the closest other dealer is 5 hours away.

Though, other than tire changes and valve adjustments, I am pretty comfy maintaining the bike myself. If I learn how to do valve adjustments, then tires is pretty much all I would need the dealer for. Hmmmmmm

I don't think I've come across a more simple valve adjustment.

ramarren · « **Reply #36 on:** March 18, 2018, 07:38:21 PM »

Quote from: Kev m on March 18, 2018, 04:49:23 PM

I don't think I've come across a more simple valve adjustment.

Yes. If you can't adjust the valves on a two-valve Moto Guzzi, give up working on any bike.

A complete, standard service on a V7III should take you an hour and a half or so, from end to end, including the valve adjustment... It's really very simple to do.

neverquit · « **Reply #37 on:** March 18, 2018, 08:23:12 PM »

Congratulations on your purchase and thanks for the report. I'm looking forward to hearing more about your new bike. I've been thinking of buying one so I appreciate reading about your impressions.

DaSwami · « **Reply #38 on:** March 18, 2018, 09:06:37 PM »

Quote from: ramarren on March 18, 2018, 07:38:21 PM

Yes. If you can't adjust the valves on a two-valve Moto Guzzi, give up working on any bike.

A complete, standard service on a V7III should take you an hour and a half or so, from end to end, including the valve adjustment... It's really very simple to do.

I hear ya'll. Just never have done anything like that. Is there a good video tutorial here or elsewhere? Thanks.

TimmyTheHog · « **Reply #39 on:** March 18, 2018, 09:13:40 PM »

Quote from: DaSwami on March 18, 2018, 09:06:37 PM

I hear ya'll. Just never have done anything like that. Is there a good video tutorial here or elsewhere? Thanks.

Which do you like...

https://youtu.be/NAKlLvTaebM
https://youtu.be/j69ib3_xon4
https://youtu.be/VMgrkkoEShQ
https://youtu.be/hSO0dphXx-w
https://youtu.be/V_hbucQ9TXI

Honestly they are all done the same way. It is the feel of feeler gauge that you need to master

The only difference is the clearances

DaSwami · « **Reply #40 on:** March 18, 2018, 09:32:00 PM »

Quote from: TimmyTheHog on March 18, 2018, 09:13:40 PM

Which do you like...

https://youtu.be/NAKlLvTaebM
https://youtu.be/j69ib3_xon4
https://youtu.be/VMgrkkoEShQ
https://youtu.be/hSO0dphXx-w
https://youtu.be/V_hbucQ9TXI

Honestly they are all done the same way. It is the feel of feeler gauge that you need to master

The only difference is the clearances

I appreciate you taking the time, I will watch them all, thanks!

Kev m · « **Reply #41 on:** March 19, 2018, 05:51:28 AM »

Quote from: DaSwami on March 18, 2018, 09:32:00 PM

I appreciate you taking the time, I will watch them all, thanks!

In addition ask around on the board and perhaps there's a local Guzzisti who is willing to come out and work with you the first time. It can be a calming safety net, even if it's not likely necessary.

malik · « **Reply #42 on:** March 19, 2018, 03:35:26 PM »

Failing finding a friend to hold your hand (very comforting) you could check out the MG750 yahoo site in their Files section for a step by step description - some minor differences but essential the same.

Tennmoto · « **Reply #43 on:** March 19, 2018, 07:34:02 PM »

Are you guys replacing that plastic fuel filter? I read about it on advrider I think, they were replacing
It with a metal aftermarket one

malik · « **Reply #44 on:** March 20, 2018, 03:47:05 AM »

Los of threads here on the V7 fuel filter. Some go early, others last longer. Ethanol appears to soften the plastic. I've been told that Guzzi rate this filter for 30,000km. A service item. Mann & Mahle are the most popular full metal alternatives, but there are others - there's a list somewhere, probably on the MG750 yahoo site, at least.

DaSwami · « **Reply #45 on:** March 20, 2018, 05:42:57 AM »

My goose has never seen ethanol, wonder if that makes a real difference in filter life.

Zoom Zoom · « **Reply #46 on:** March 20, 2018, 05:53:52 AM »

Quote from: Kev m on March 19, 2018, 05:51:28 AM

In addition ask around on the board and perhaps there's a local Guzzisti who is willing to come out and work with you the first time. It can be a calming safety net, even if it's not likely necessary.

Like Kev said!

Many of us can be bribed with beer and steak.

John Henry

edit: and SNACKS.

JACoH · « **Reply #47 on:** March 20, 2018, 12:06:15 PM »

I replaced mine with a NAPA 3032, all metal filter, just because. But, I wonder if the plastic part is bulged out normally, even without ethanol gas.

ramarren · « **Reply #48 on:** March 20, 2018, 12:25:56 PM »

I'll replace my fuel filter with the all metal NAPA, when the time comes. I've had other bikes that used a plastic/metal filter in the past ... they do get bulgy and ugly looking, but I've never had one fail.

Eh? not a big issue. I like metal filter canisters for whatever reason.

Gliderjohn · « **Reply #49 on:** March 20, 2018, 12:53:53 PM »

From DaSwami:

Quote

My goose has never seen ethanol,

That you are aware of, especially if you travel at all with it.
GliderJohn

kballowe · « **Reply #50 on:** March 20, 2018, 01:20:59 PM »

added HB rear rack
.
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twowings · « **Reply #51 on:** March 20, 2018, 04:46:27 PM »

Excellent! Now you're getting ready to pack up and hit some rallys...like Arrow Rock, MO April 20-22 or Cedar Vale, KS May 3-6 or Council Grove, KS in June or ??

DaSwami · « **Reply #52 on:** March 20, 2018, 07:19:05 PM »

Quote from: gliderjohn on March 20, 2018, 12:53:53 PM

From DaSwami:That you are aware of, especially if you travel at all with it.
GliderJohn

I repeat....don't travel with it, just commute and ride within a 100 mile radius from home, I know where all the non-ethanol pumps are. It goes by the term marine fuel or recreational fuel here near the coast and it is readily available here.

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Author Topic: First Impression - 2017 V7 III Special (Read 10399 times)

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