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Forum: Old's Cool 03-31-2013, 04:23 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 18,604
Posted By vacantstare
There is a repair out there for those exhaust...

There is a repair out there for those exhaust threads:
http://weedofeden.smugmug.com/Other/misc/i-srR8sbm/0/M/threads-M.jpg...
Forum: Old's Cool 02-14-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,006
Posted By vacantstare
me. ...

me.
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=732709
Forum: Airheads 12-24-2012, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 480
Posted By vacantstare
46 54 1 239 455 emblem - "bmw"

46 54 1 239 455 emblem - "bmw"
Forum: Road warriors 12-17-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,472
Posted By vacantstare
Wow:eek1 that has SO much more class than...

Wow:eek1

that has SO much more class than any catalog cafe racer that any zero talent putz could build out of a modern 'thaiumph'. Well done. Truly a thing of beauty.
Forum: Airheads 12-08-2012, 07:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 726
Posted By vacantstare
after getting hit on a sunny day while wearing a...

after getting hit on a sunny day while wearing a hi-viz yellow jacket, I have sort of arrived at the conclusion that no amount of day glow color will register with a brain that simply isn't looking...
Forum: Road warriors 12-02-2012, 10:35 PM
Replies: 519
Views: 72,675
Posted By vacantstare
the GB500 I rode one briefly some 20 years...

the GB500

I rode one briefly some 20 years ago...it belonged to a friend. I stopped riding shortly after that (accident) and when I started again 17 years later, the only bike I wanted was a...
Forum: Airheads 10-28-2012, 08:59 AM
Replies: 302
Views: 28,894
Posted By vacantstare
I am sad to hear this. When I bought my...

I am sad to hear this.

When I bought my '78 r100 in Santa Cruz and rode it back to seattle, I posted about it here, and got a pm from wirewrkr asking if the serial number of my bike was...
Forum: Road warriors 10-08-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By vacantstare
I don't own either, which might invalidate my...

I don't own either, which might invalidate my opinion, but the sv attains peak torque around 7200, vs 10000 for the FZ. I'd go with the sv.
Forum: Road warriors 10-01-2012, 06:41 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,092
Posted By vacantstare
wow, I love what they did with the front brake...

wow, I love what they did with the front brake disk. It's very tastefully integrated into the hub.

The sculpting of the engine case is beautiful, too.

It really puts the thaiumphs to shame.
Forum: Road warriors 09-19-2012, 07:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,508
Posted By vacantstare
V7. thaiumphs are soul-less counterfeits.

V7.
thaiumphs are soul-less counterfeits.
Forum: Road warriors 09-04-2012, 03:30 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
so..

turns out these things can wheelie.

never done that before, it was kind of thrillifying.
Forum: Road warriors 07-07-2012, 07:38 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
I'm really starting to love this bike... At...

I'm really starting to love this bike...

At work on Friday, I was parked next to a cbr1000rr and a vfr800. Guess which bike people were gushing about?

I'm finding it very comfortable on...
Forum: Road warriors 07-04-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 61,086
Posted By vacantstare
This is WILDLY inaccurate. I waited TWO years...

This is WILDLY inaccurate. I waited TWO years before I sold my KLR...
Forum: Road warriors 06-29-2012, 07:04 PM
Replies: 2,648
Views: 431,454
Posted By vacantstare
I don't know what's happening to me, but

I used to be one of those guys who said he'd never own a Harley.

Lately I've been doing a lot of reading about them, and I'm starting to fall in love with the Evo engine. Maybe the Guzzis got me...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 06-29-2012, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 398
Posted By vacantstare
thread cutting/custom machining in seattle

I am looking for a local place to make me some new engine bolts for a loopframe guzzi. They're nothing more than 12mm rod with threads cut on both ends, so it should be a very easy task for anyone...
Forum: Road warriors 06-24-2012, 11:05 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
rear shock preload and rebound

Ok, I read the manual and noted the recommended settings for solo, 2-up and 2-up with luggage. Both settings are specified in clicks from some starting point.

What's the starting point? Do I screw...
Forum: Road warriors 06-21-2012, 04:50 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
OK, I've had the bike a few days now, and I have...

OK, I've had the bike a few days now, and I have a couple of questions-

The clutch is pretty noisy when I pull the lever. Dave said this was normal. Are you guys hearing this on your bikes?

For...
Forum: Road warriors 06-16-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
http://weedofeden.smugmug.com/Other/misc/i-z559m6c...

http://weedofeden.smugmug.com/Other/misc/i-z559m6c/0/L/5503804216410248949945583909n-L.jpg (http://weedofeden.smugmug.com/Other/misc/19711640_Jf9BXM#!i=1909681219&k=z559m6c&lb=1&s=A)

it happened...
Forum: Airheads 06-15-2012, 02:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,844
Posted By vacantstare
Very clean and minimalist. love the tail...

Very clean and minimalist.

love the tail light
Forum: Road warriors 06-14-2012, 06:58 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
the black one was the one Dave had the most...

the black one was the one Dave had the most wiggle room on. He added in a givi mount and top case all for a very attractive price.

And besides, my Ambo/Eldo is black, too.
Forum: Road warriors 06-13-2012, 09:51 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
It took a while, but

I am going to get 'Norged' on Saturday. A black '08. MI put together an offer I could not refuse, and I am very excited about takIng some long rides on my first sport tourer.
Forum: Airheads 06-12-2012, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By vacantstare
Cool but spendy Rausch Headlight

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200773746372?item=200773746372&viewitem=&sspagename=ADME:B:FSEL:MOTORS:1123&vxp=mtr
Forum: Old's Cool 06-02-2012, 11:18 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 13,413
Posted By vacantstare
Running out of excuses

Hello again, it's been a while. The Guzzi project was put on the back burner for a few months as I moved in with my new G/F, leaving the condo with the parking garage behind. I still own the condo,...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-30-2012, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 837
Posted By vacantstare
Is it just me, or does taking the side covers off...

Is it just me, or does taking the side covers off seem to visually remove about 100 lbs?

I like the look of that bike- I've thought of doing something similar with the front end and putting on...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-29-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 837
Posted By vacantstare
what triple tree/fork do you have on there? did...

what triple tree/fork do you have on there? did you just do away with gauges and idiot lights altogether?
Forum: Old's Cool 05-26-2012, 08:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,168
Posted By vacantstare
I thought both part were unique to the 850t, but...

I thought both part were unique to the 850t, but it appears I was wrong on that. Good thing there are more knowledgable folks around to correct me. :)
Forum: Old's Cool 05-26-2012, 07:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,168
Posted By vacantstare
I think you will have an incredibly hard time...

I think you will have an incredibly hard time finding a replacement final drive for an 850t, as they are also sought by owners of loop frames wishing to add a Cush drive drum brake to their bike.
Forum: Road warriors 05-13-2012, 08:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 361
Posted By vacantstare
Schizophrenia

mods please delete
Forum: Road warriors 05-09-2012, 06:59 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
Well, I finally got to MI yesterday to take one...

Well, I finally got to MI yesterday to take one of their '07 Norges for a test ride.

I found the leg room a bit cramped- I have a 34" in seam, and the pegs felt high to me. I'm sure part of it is...
Forum: Road warriors 05-03-2012, 07:39 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
Well, I sold my KLR, so it's new bike time...I...

Well, I sold my KLR, so it's new bike time...I think it's going to be a Norge. Silver. I am wondering if I should make an offer on one of MI's '07s that are already steeply discounted, or just pay...
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2012, 10:06 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
Looks great- does the Guzzi factory luggage rack...

Looks great- does the Guzzi factory luggage rack accept Givi bags?

I didn't know Rich's was local! that sounds like a great idea...

thanks!
Forum: Road warriors 04-30-2012, 07:46 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 73,343
Posted By vacantstare
I stopped by M.I. on Saturday to chat with the...

I stopped by M.I. on Saturday to chat with the mechanics and have a look at one of those Norges. I have never been a fan of full-fairing bikes, but I am looking for a new machine for 2-up adventures,...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 04-29-2012, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7,163
Sticky: PNW Flea Market
Views: 1,747,231
Posted By vacantstare
2009 KLR 650 in Shoreline, WA

Sold
Forum: Road warriors 04-23-2012, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,072
Posted By vacantstare
R1200c general inquiry

I find myself missing my airhead terribly, and also in the position of wanting an around-town and occasional weekend bike that can do 2-up. These two influences together have me thinking that maybe...
Forum: Airheads 04-16-2012, 11:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By vacantstare
thanks, good info. not a trivial, easily...

thanks, good info.

not a trivial, easily reversed install I would say.
Forum: Airheads 04-16-2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 701
Posted By vacantstare
/7 tank on a 1993 r100r?

I'm thinking the answer is going to be 'no', or 'not without a lot of work', but I am wondering if a /7 tank will fit on any of the last paralever airheads.

Why? only because I like the...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-06-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 50,185
Posted By vacantstare
that .pdf sucked... maybe you'll find...

that .pdf sucked...

maybe you'll find something better here:

http://thisoldtractor.com/gtbender/moto_guzzi_tonti.htm#gtb_workshop_manuals___shop_manuals___service_manuals
Forum: Old's Cool 04-06-2012, 01:48 PM
Replies: 463
Views: 50,185
Posted By vacantstare
Just a shot in the dark here, but maybe a manual...

Just a shot in the dark here, but maybe a manual for one of the early Tonti frames would cover it?

Edit: like this:...
Forum: Airheads 03-20-2012, 08:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 898
Posted By vacantstare
Don't know if this guy works on /2s, but it's...

Don't know if this guy works on /2s, but it's worth a call at least:

http://www.vallantinemotorworks.com/index.htm
Forum: Vendors 03-18-2012, 08:24 AM
Replies: 2,776
Views: 436,485
Posted By vacantstare
Hi- I came here after reading about ball...

Hi-

I came here after reading about ball bearing conversions for older airheads.

I'm in the process of restoring a Moto Guzzi Eldorado, which is also equipped with tapered roller bearings. The...
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