Author Topic: 2003 v11 sport purchase, am I nuts? (Read 11730 times)

frogeye100 · « **on:** April 02, 2018, 04:02:12 PM »

A old friend (80) was a sales guy at our BMW dealer and took a 03' V11 sport in on trade and wound up with it. Only has 5k one owner miles and looks perfect. Been sitting in his garage for a long time. Was over there today, he is getting rid of bikes and said I could have it for $1800. He said the engine didn't sound right to him as he recalled. Very tempted to roll the dice. Are parts available for this vintage? Beautiful bike was begging me to bring it home. Oh learned ones give me your thoughts?
Thank you,
Dean

twowings · « **Reply #1 on:** April 02, 2018, 04:11:58 PM »

Hey, we're ALL nuts...that's why we ride Guzzis...do it!

JJ · « **Reply #2 on:** April 02, 2018, 04:29:18 PM »

Quote from: twowings on April 02, 2018, 04:11:58 PM

Hey, we're ALL nuts...that's why we ride Guzzis...do it!

QUOTE: He said the engine didn't sound right to him as he recalled...

upload the pictures

On the positive side...parts alone are worth more than $1800!!

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #3 on:** April 02, 2018, 04:30:18 PM »

Where is it? I'll be there before you can think about it..

oldbike54 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 02, 2018, 04:32:13 PM »

Yes parts are available .

Dusty

radguzzi · « **Reply #5 on:** April 02, 2018, 04:33:27 PM »

Your friend, although familiar with Beemers, may not be ready for the sounds that a Guzzi makes.. could have been the clutch rattling.

malik · « **Reply #6 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:08:58 PM »

It's a brilliant bike, and it's really a "modern" bike rather than a classic. A bargain at that price, and it's not even run in yet. Do keep in mind that those more familiar with, say, modern Japanese bikes often seem to think there is something wrong with guzzis, - "you'll need a new gearbox" is a common reaction. There are a few known minor problems with the later spine frames - check out the V11 LeMans forum for the fixes. Go for it, it's a lot of bike for even 3 times the money.

guzzinka · « **Reply #7 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:13:17 PM »

BUY IT

brider · « **Reply #8 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:13:56 PM »

How come nobody ever offers me laughable deals like this, that I would run away from? (where is this bike?)

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #9 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:27:37 PM »

Are you kidding me????
Yes, you are nuts. Just give me the phone number and don't worry about it any more. Is it in the continental US? I'll pick it up. For free.

Kiwi_Roy · « **Reply #10 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:36:38 PM »

Nuts if you don't buy it at that price.
What colour is it?

frogeye100 · « **Reply #11 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:51:40 PM »

Tank is a weird green. Has a steering stabilizer, did they come with one? Anyway since it has sat for quite awhile, thinking about a resuscitation strategy. Might drop the sump, remove the rocker covers and inspect? Other suggestions welcome! It really is a wonderful looking bike!

John A · « **Reply #12 on:** April 02, 2018, 05:52:59 PM »

A link, please, Ill send them some money to hold it for me until I get there. Im doing you a favor, you don't want that thing, its way to primitive

Kiwi_Roy · « **Reply #13 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:00:42 PM »

Quote from: frogeye100 on April 02, 2018, 05:51:40 PM

Tank is a weird green. Has a steering stabilizer, did they come with one? Anyway since it has sat for quite awhile, thinking about a resuscitation strategy. Might drop the sump, remove the rocker covers and inspect? Other suggestions welcome! It really is a wonderful looking bike!

The most sought after fast green, get it out in the sunlight and still tell me it's weird LOL.
Yes steering damper is standard

If you're not really sold on it please pass it on to someone who will take care of it.

malik · « **Reply #14 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:04:28 PM »

Yes, the steering damper is standard, and that on the V11 is serviceable. The weird green is the best colour. The early versions also had a red frame. Very tasty.

Zoom Zoom · « **Reply #15 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:22:18 PM »

If you describe a "weird green" You may be talking about a Tenni edition. Is the green a zinc chromate green? If so, VERY DESIRABLE!!!!!

The Tenni model came with two seats. a brown seat and a black seat. When you say it does not sound right, what do you mean? Valves out of adjustment? dual plate clutch rattle? Might be no trouble at all.

IF it is a Tenni, buy it. it is worth more than that in parts to anybody that has one.

John Henry

Guzzi Gal · « **Reply #16 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:28:48 PM »

Quote from: twowings on April 02, 2018, 04:11:58 PM

Hey, we're ALL nuts...that's why we ride Guzzis...do it!

^^^THIS!^^^

LowRyter · « **Reply #17 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:41:51 PM »

You might send some photos so we can see what this is about.

There are some very knowledgeable folks here that can help. Most want to see another Guzzi on the road and are infatuated with barn finds.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #18 on:** April 02, 2018, 06:43:29 PM »

Uhh, he says

Quote

03' V11 sport

Green 03? I don't think so. There is the 00 "Greenie" and the 02 Tenni. More than likely it's a Tenni, sold and tagged in 03. Nice bike, but single plate clutch that has to be dealt with. For $1800? Just give me the phone number..

frogeye100 · « **Reply #19 on:** April 02, 2018, 07:06:48 PM »

It hasn't ran for some time. The sound was a recollection by my friend. I do like the color, should be able to pick it up Wenesday. I will post some pics.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #20 on:** April 02, 2018, 07:20:49 PM »

Quote from: frogeye100 on April 02, 2018, 07:06:48 PM

It hasn't ran for some time. The sound was a recollection by my friend. I do like the color, should be able to pick it up Wenesday. I will post some pics.

Well, it took you long enough..

Scud · « **Reply #21 on:** April 02, 2018, 07:21:10 PM »

There was a 2003 V11 with a muted green tank, close to pastel green. It's not the candy-apple green of the 2000 Red-Frame sport.

FWIW, I bought a crashed parts bike for slightly less than the price you mentioned. And when I say crashed I mean bent frame, cracked front wheel etc. Worst case scenario: the engine is wasted, then you can part it out for about $3,000 and buy a runner.

PJPR01 · « **Reply #22 on:** April 02, 2018, 07:45:26 PM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on April 02, 2018, 06:43:29 PM

Uhh, he says
Green 03? I don't think so. There is the 00 "Greenie" and the 02 Tenni. More than likely it's a Tenni, sold and tagged in 03. Nice bike, but single plate clutch that has to be dealt with. For $1800? Just give me the phone number..

it’s no coincidence it’s priced at $1800.

Number to call is 1-800-I-Buy-V11!!

fotoguzzi · « **Reply #23 on:** April 02, 2018, 08:36:08 PM »

Quote from: Scud on April 02, 2018, 07:21:10 PM

There was a 2003 V11 with a muted green tank, close to pastel green. It's not the candy-apple green of the 2000 Red-Frame sport.

What he said.. if it is a Tenni then I guess the single plate clutch could be hatched and that's the source of the "doesn't sound right"?

If it's truly a 2003, YOU SHOULD BUY IT OR CONTACT ME, I need one like that.

Unkept · « **Reply #24 on:** April 02, 2018, 08:39:11 PM »

This green?

Awesome price, and a cool unique color! :)

frogeye100 · « **Reply #25 on:** April 02, 2018, 09:50:46 PM »

Yes, thats the color. Does that make it a Tenni? And what is a Tenni? Please excuse my newbness.

frogeye100 · « **Reply #26 on:** April 02, 2018, 09:57:19 PM »

Just googled it, not a Tenni. Looks exactly like the picture above.

rocker59 · « **Reply #27 on:** April 02, 2018, 10:17:23 PM »

Is this a late April Fools thread ??

rocker59 · « **Reply #28 on:** April 02, 2018, 10:21:36 PM »

Oh, and join v11lemans.com forum. Wealth of V11 spine frame info over there, if you're wanting to learn about these bikes.

frogeye100 · « **Reply #29 on:** April 02, 2018, 10:28:58 PM »

Thank you all. Did notice the blistered, crinckle engine paint. I guess that indicates a rebadged 02?

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Author Topic: 2003 v11 sport purchase, am I nuts? (Read 11730 times)

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