Nice looking mirrors. On my Ducati (gone now), I used CRG mirrors. Chose them because I found a used pair and liked the folding feature. If I do a mirror swap I’ll probably do it this winter to give my wallet some time to heal. Lol.
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Oh, oh, look what ended up in my driveway…..
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Took the bike out for its first highway ride with the fly screen attached. There was quite a bit of dirty air hitting me on my upper torso (mid chest to shoulders), but didn’t hit my helmet so that’s good. Without the screen there was air pressure from my waist to my helmet. Seems more concentrated now. Other MG riders reported they didn’t like the Dart screen and went to a larger screen. Engine guard bars should be here in a week. Stay tuned.
Your MG looks great! I do like that flyscreen. I also used the CRG mirrors on my 919. The folding feature was great for storage in tight places. I do miss that bike from time to time, but I was starting to ride it at 90 to 100 mph all the time...
I think I may eventually get the CRG Lanesplitter mirrors again. On the MG it has large chrome bar end weights . They need to be swapped out with bar end weights with a groove for the mirror bracket. May be a winter thing.
Wait...doesn't everyone?
I have the same problem with my FJ. It just LOVES to stretch it's legs.
Last upgrade for the season - I added an engine guard. With the heads sticking out so far it wouldn’t take much to damage them even in a parking lot tumble. These are made by a German Company, Hepco and Becker. Top quality goods.
Oh, and I had my 1500km, first service done. $531.00 later it runs the same as when I took it in. For that money they did an oil change (oil was $30/L) and adjusted the valves. They also claim to have checked the whole bike over too - not likely. This will hopefully be the first and last time in the shop until warranty runs out (2 yr factory warranty).
Oh, and I had my 1500km, first service done. $531.00 later it runs the same as when I took it in. For that money they did an oil change (oil was $30/L) and adjusted the valves. They also claim to have checked the whole bike over too - not likely. This will hopefully be the first and last time in the shop until warranty runs out (2 yr factory warranty).
Very nice! So is it safe to say you have been enjoying your Moto Guzzi?
Yes I’ve been riding it more than the XS for sure. The Guzzi is great to ride. Engine is noisy (to my standards) and believe it or not, appears to vibrate more than the XS! It had been several weeks since I fired up the XS so I took it out for a quick ride. Up until 4,000 rpm the XS engine sounds and feels smoother than the Guzzi. Above 4K, the XS sounds like it’s not so happy and the Guzzi picks up and runs like a top to 6.5K. Two diffent bikes, love them both. The Guzzi is definitely more comfortable.
I’ve got my eye on a V100 Moto Guzzi but am telling myself no, not until I’ve had this one for a year.
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Nice install, H&B are makers of great kit. Should do you well if the worst happens.
Just got back from a ride to Port Dover (locals will know where this is). Bike seems to be running better with little to no vibration at 3500+ rpm. Engine noise has diminished too when I wear my good ear plugs. Lol!
From my engine guard instructions. Quick reference.
Germans are thorough
