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High Miler
n the Jan/Feb issue of Cafe Racer magazine they start a project turning the V7C into a cafe racer. In this issue they start slowly, adding an Emgo exhaust, a Fatduc, and handlebars.
http://caferacermag.com/custombikeprojects.html
Dynamometer tests showed gains of 2 to 4 hp in the 3,500 to 5,500 rpm range (my riding area). Peak was the same as stock, but earlier, with performance losses in the upper rpms. I am open to suggestion on why the mods lessened the top end. Perhaps the muffler modification harmed the balance of the factory-tuned exhaust system?
The article also featured a sidebar column "Tuning Small-Block Moto Guzzis" by Ed. That alone made buying the issue an easy decision. I was able to buy the magazine at a local bookstore, or you can start a subscription and buy issues on-line. There are a number of ads from England, so it might be sold retail there too.
Joe
http://caferacermag.com/custombikeprojects.html
Dynamometer tests showed gains of 2 to 4 hp in the 3,500 to 5,500 rpm range (my riding area). Peak was the same as stock, but earlier, with performance losses in the upper rpms. I am open to suggestion on why the mods lessened the top end. Perhaps the muffler modification harmed the balance of the factory-tuned exhaust system?
The article also featured a sidebar column "Tuning Small-Block Moto Guzzis" by Ed. That alone made buying the issue an easy decision. I was able to buy the magazine at a local bookstore, or you can start a subscription and buy issues on-line. There are a number of ads from England, so it might be sold retail there too.
Joe