Ahhh Christ, I just bought a Moto Guzzi. Keeping the Tiger though. Any one know anything about those bikes??? :ear
I had a V50 once... terrible electrics, need to be kept out of the weather or chrome and alloy rots, boring and clunky, not a workhorse IMO but maybe that was just my one :icon_lol:
Moto Guzzi. Never had one, but always thinking about it....... Most are quite good looking. With older ones, I hear, reliability is in the hands of the owner, who should be prepared to spend time in the garage/workshop devoting themselves to their love!
Owners are as passionate about them as that German brand with the same engine configuration (but not bent in the middle). Personally I love the early '70s ones.
Good luck, and enjoy!!!
If it's a 90's one get yourself a copy of a genuine workshop manual then go over the bike and figure out which wiring diagram and components are used on your bike, be very particular about which relays you use. The suspension components can vary considerably over that period. A well set up one will handle very nicely.
Quote from: aeronca on August 29, 2014, 03:08:53 PM
Ahhh Christ, I just bought a Moto Guzzi. Keeping the Tiger though. Any one know anything about those bikes??? :ear
2 many beers and an ebay account is not an ideal combination :ImaPoser
have fun
KK
Quote from: KuzzinKenny on August 29, 2014, 10:49:51 PM
2 many beers and an ebay account is not an ideal combination :ImaPoser
KK
You said it, Ken! :ImaPoser Been there, done that.
A friend has a 2009 1200s. Its a lovely looking bike,with some nice components. Ive ridden it a couple of times..feels a bit agricultural compared to my Triumphs,but it has a cirtain charm. Doesn't like being dropped into a bend tho! Apparently,most owners change the original bars, and his have very wide Renthals,which pull you forward too much.
it's a 2003 California (stone) 1100. got a screaming deal($2300) with only 11000 miles. it reminds me of Harley's in a sense, but has a way cooler sound. definitely not as smooth as the the ol' steamer, and does not handle like it either. but with that said, it is it's own animal. I definitely dig the grunt of the engine, and the torque is freakin awesome. I probably wont keep it more than a couple years but for what I spent - what the hell. time to go loafer shopping :pottytrain2
did I mention it has hydraulic lifters :thumbsup
Quote from: aeronca on August 30, 2014, 01:10:01 PM
what the hell. time to go loafer shopping
:ImaPoser And these? :augie
Have fun........... but don't forget the Triumph!!
Quote from: aeronca on August 30, 2014, 01:11:33 PM
did I mention it has hydraulic lifters :thumbsup
Big plus in an engine,mainly in cars. Don't think they work so well in high reving bike engines??
If my memory serves me well..think I had hydraulic lifters in my 59 Buick? What a car that was :thumbsup
you know, that's a good topic of discussion - why don't more bikes run hydraulic lifters? 90% of people don't ride like a racer. must be a money thing - dealers make loads of cash off adjusting valves.
Quote from: JayDub on August 30, 2014, 06:04:50 PM
Quote from: aeronca on August 30, 2014, 01:10:01 PM
what the hell. time to go loafer shopping
:ImaPoser And these? :augie
:ImaPoser :ImaPoser :ImaPoser :ImaPoser
I had to sort a charging problem on a Le Mans a while back so have some limited experience of their electrics. Primitive comes to mind.... :icon_rolleyes:
Quote from: Bixxer Bob on August 31, 2014, 10:13:46 PM
I had to sort a charging problem on a Le Mans a while back so have some limited experience of their electrics. Primitive comes to mind.... :icon_rolleyes:
And my electrics didn't like the rain, a common problem I've heard. BUT! on a
positive note... erm, :icon_scratch: the motor is similar to a CX500 in appearance? :augie
Quote from: JayDub on September 01, 2014, 01:57:28 PM
the motor is similar to a CX500 in appearance? :augie
And there the similarity ends, of course! Although it is interesting how a cult following has developed for the good ol' Plastic Maggot.
One of my riding buddies has a Norge. Loves it. But doesn't ride it much.
Quote from: JayDub on September 01, 2014, 01:57:28 PM
Quote from: Bixxer Bob on August 31, 2014, 10:13:46 PM
I had to sort a charging problem on a Le Mans a while back so have some limited experience of their electrics. Primitive comes to mind.... :icon_rolleyes:
And my electrics didn't like the rain, a common problem I've heard. BUT! on a positive note... erm, :icon_scratch: the motor is similar to a CX500 in appearance? :augie
You've obviously remembered I just bought one :icon_study:
Quote from: Bixxer Bob on September 01, 2014, 11:51:24 PM
Quote from: JayDub on September 01, 2014, 01:57:28 PM
Quote from: Bixxer Bob on August 31, 2014, 10:13:46 PM
I had to sort a charging problem on a Le Mans a while back so have some limited experience of their electrics. Primitive comes to mind.... :icon_rolleyes:
And my electrics didn't like the rain, a common problem I've heard. BUT! on a positive note... erm, :icon_scratch: the motor is similar to a CX500 in appearance? :augie
You've obviously remembered I just bought one :icon_study:
:icon_razz:
ok update, cruzer's SUCK - why the hell did I buy this thing.it corners like a two wheeled truck, kills my back, and is a clunky pile of crap. live and learn I guess.
You could always sell it for what you paid for it (or more?)...... and then have lots of stories to tell as an official ex-Guzzi owner. :icon_wink:
TRIKE IT!! :nod
Quote from: JayDub on September 10, 2014, 04:49:37 PM
TRIKE IT!! :nod
Ah yes, but you could buy four old Tigers for that money :icon_wink:
sale pending, I guess I will become a cool ex-Guzzi guy :ImaPoser
Think of the stories you will be able to tell the grandkids as they sit around your feet.....
Quote from: nickjtc on September 13, 2014, 07:05:45 AM
Think of the stories you will be able to tell the grandkids as they sit around your feet.....
"Yes, there I was, much like Lord Cardigan on his trusty steed, motoring down the lane, engine roaring, wheels turning, wind blowing over my ever increasing bald spot, when all at once it hit me - why the hell did I buy this thing" that's pretty much the story :thumbsup
But how would you have known this if you had not tried it? :sign13