Forcing another one in!

[Mr Gazza]

Thanks for this Tim.
The PO has already tried light springs and like yourself, found they made the throttles hang.
So from what you've said, I'll try and find out if I can get some medium springs.
The light ones he tried are in among the huge box of bits that came with it.
These are non-pumper carbs with cables straight into the carb tops.
I'm going to see if Venhill do stock cables for these.. A Venhill throttle cable transformed the Tiger, I struggled with a hanging throttle using a cheap cable.
The twist grip itself looks a bit mullered where the cables go in, so something else to look at along with the routing.

 

[Dukedesmo]

I did away with the oil filter inside the sump by fitting a sump with an external filter - still uses the same filter but means I don't have to remove the sump every year to change it.

There are a few variants, I got the G&G because it looked the neatest option, like this; https://www.gutsibits.co.uk/pr/TheShop/index.php?f=d&q=ENA14002.

Sump hangs a little lower but it's not like I'm offroading, this action shot gives a good view of the sump;

Also fitted a windage plate, between the sump and engine whilst in there, helps stop the oil foaming due to the crankshaft spinning in it.

 

[Mr Gazza]

Nice shot that..

I'm going to have to check that the filter is actually inside or outside now. Sump does look quite new.
PO did mention it's got a plate to stop the mayonnaise.

Loving the learning curve. Didn't realise how bored I'd got with the Monster!

 

[Dukedesmo]

From your picture, it looks like the original sump so, if it's like mine was then it has the filter inside. I'm also fairly certain some earlier models didn't have a filter but I think that pre-dates yours.

One tip I've read on forums regarding the internal filter is to fit a jubilee clip around it (with the head up against the casing) as, apparently they can undo themselves and if they do, you won't know anything about it until you lose all oil pressure and your engine seizes.

One more thing, when you remove the sump, make sure you get out all the bolts holding it on especially the 'hidden' ones in the middle - the chap I bought mine from also had an LM3 on which he attempted to remove the sump, not knowing he'd left a bolt in and when he applied pressure (aka big lever), he broke the sump.

 

[walkingpictures]

Thanks Kimbo. I don't think I ever said your bike was not to my taste, I just think a Guzzi should have round barrels and wire wheels.. Just get a load of those lovely alloy Borrani rims though. (stainless spokes too.)

Thanks for tip re Guzzibits Tim. I've already done business with them and stocked up on the spin on oil filters for inside the sump. (lots of sensible mods like that on this.)
I was told by the previous owner to be careful with Guzzibits as they have been known to sell some duff bits that just don't fit.
No plans to turn the forks round. It is what it is and it aint broke.
Agree about the brake lines though Jerry and it's on my list of things to do. they can be much neater than that with a new pair of Hel lines measured by me.
Most urgent is to lose the handlebar mirror which gets in the way of my hand.. It's horrid!
Then I need to make the throttle lighter. Previous owner parted the bike out after 35 years and over 70000 miles, as he has arthritis in his wrist. Not surprised!

Oh and by the way; have you UKMOC chaps found yourselves another president yet?

No worries mate,I love the older Guzzi's,I reckon you'll have a lot of fun on this one.

As for the heavy throttle,there used to be loads of advice on how to cure it,like changing the routing of the cables etc.I am sure people used to make up a conversion kit with small pulleys near the carbs but can't find any info on that.

As for the new UKMOC president,that's an even tougher call.........

All the best

Kimbo

 

[jerry]

A California is a T-3.

yes it is ,,

 

[Christy]

Okay, hopefully this will put Kimbo out of my misery.
This is what the postman brought last night.

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It's a very late Moto Guzzi 850-T made in1976, registered in UK in '77. The twin discs are a factory conversion.
Probably to bring it in line with the T-3 which was then on the market as well.
I've done about 40 miles on it this morning in the pouring rain and I love it. Absolutely just what I wanted.
I called in on Richard who came up with "Gazza's Guzzi" straight away!

I was actually looking for a T-3, but with an eye open for a nice T, with a view fitting another disc, electronic ignition, a California side stand, carrier and panniers ect.. This one came with all that already done and stainless exhaust system into the bargain and many other things.
The T is a bit less ubiquitous than the T-3s and a little bit more characterful I think, still carries a bit of the essence of the V7 and V7 Sport which I adore.

Big thanks to Christy, who flagged this up to me in a DM. It was a Guzzi club mate of his who was selling, so as far as I know the bike was never even advertised.

In other news, the Triumph has grown a pair!

The Guzzi looks fab Gazza. I'm glad I could help
Welcome to the fold. The club is worth joining for any advice etc.