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Kevin,
Most of the 850/1000cc Guzzis of that vintage share the same Bosche alternator and (probably) similar wiring. The LM1 diagram should work fine for you to trouble shoot.
The 3 main charging system components are the rectifier assy, the mec...
I live in Northern Wisconsin, USA. About 8 miles from the Michigan (U.P.) border. There are not too many Italian motorcycles in my neighborhood. Up here, most folks ride Harleys. And they are militant. Back in the east - where I'm from - Harley ri...
you have excelent taste! where do you live?
Great minds think alike, John. I think the red frames look sharp on our bikes. And, there is the tradition of the earliest V7 Sports having red frames.
are you sure you did'nt get the red frame idea from me?
Thanks Bob. They are one of the many blessings in my life!
You sure have nice friends! Bob Hawkes
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- At 6:59pm on January 5, 2009,
Tom Donnelly said…
- Thank you for the feedback. MG looked like a good source and with your input I know I can count on them.
One question I have is in regards to the frame. I may wish to strip and repaint the frame some day.
Is this a bad thing to do to an original? The frame has some spots of rust and could use refinishing.
- At 6:28am on January 4, 2009,
Tom Donnelly said…
- Hello John.
I've just bought a '78 in original condition.
Looking for parts supply such as cables, brake and carb rebuild kits, etc.
Would like to get a Corbin saddle and a rear sets.
Any sources you can share?
-Tom
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- What kind of Moto Guzzi do you own
- 1977 850 LeMans
I've owned my LM since 1981. In that time, I've replaced 3 sets of clutch discs, one clutch hub, a rectifier board, and numerous seals...oh, and a whole bunch of batteries. I installed a B-10 cam in 1985 and had the tank, side covers, and frame painted w/ red imron paint. (I don't think you can use that paint anymore - was too toxic to the user, but the stuff has held up amazingly well in the intervening years.) Other than the usual oil/filter/valve adjustments, she has been a pretty reliable (for an Italian m/c) beast.
12 years ago, I got a second bike - a VFR 750 Honda. The Honda now gets most of the mileage, but the LeMans is still a great bike when I want to go for a short spirited "hop." I am still amazed, 27 years later, what a wonderful machine Sr. Tonti and Sr. deTomaso created all those years ago. You ride this thing hard and fast, you can NOT stop from getting a big smile on your face. I find myself laughing like a kid. Truly, che bella machina!
12 years ago, I got a second bike - a VFR 750 Honda. The Honda now gets most of the mileage, but the LeMans is still a great bike when I want to go for a short spirited "hop." I am still amazed, 27 years later, what a wonderful machine Sr. Tonti and Sr. deTomaso created all those years ago. You ride this thing hard and fast, you can NOT stop from getting a big smile on your face. I find myself laughing like a kid. Truly, che bella machina!
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