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  1. TexMexStrada

    Newbie V7II questions

    Ditto on the Pazzo levers, they are awesome. I made a video review a while back, feel free to check it out for more details:
  2. TexMexStrada

    Shafted and betrayed by an Italian lover

    Sorry about the hassle. As to the shaftdrive oil leak, yup, it is a very well documented issue. If you look at the "V7 - Moto Guzzi" Facebook Group, which, as far as I can tell, is the most active one on the web, you'll see people posting about leaks every singe day. One of the members put up a...
  3. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    My pleasure, glad to help! Ride safe as well!
  4. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    Ok, so you are adapting HD 142 (older HD XL 1200) shocks to the V7III, that gets a little more tricky. I adapted KA 144s, so shocks for a Kawa ZXR 1100, so it isn't impossible, just a little more tricky. To your question, on mine the washers (which I had to make myself, but that is a long...
  5. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    V7III Service Station Manual says 10 Nm (7.38 lb ft).
  6. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    What shock length does is state on the model you are looking at? The V7III got significantly shorter shocks compared to the previews generation. (350mm vs 390mm if I recall correctly, somebody please correct me if I'm off here) As to the spring rating, a couple things to consider: 1. Have you...
  7. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    Mike, I hope this helps: 1. The spring itself will have a number printed on it. Google "Ohlins xyz" with the xyz being that number as it appears on the spring. That model number will tell you what weight/load rate that spring is, in N/mm most likely. The ones that are on my V7III Stone are the...
  8. TexMexStrada

    V7 crash bars

    I, unfortunately, got to put the H&B engine guards to the test on a lowside. They performed fantastically, protected the engine and the frame, didn't budge, just scratched a little. They also stiffen up your frame which improves the handling of the bike. Worth every single penny. For more...
  9. TexMexStrada

    V7 III - brutal pinging during hot weather

    That sounds like wonderful spring time temps in my neck of the woods! We are having a "cold front" moving through so it dropped to 92F, but were at 103F a couple days ago :-) Luckily my V7III hasn't complained so far, but I appreciate the suggestion above about octane boost, makes a lot of...
  10. TexMexStrada

    Water in final drive oil.

    Sorry to revive an old thread, but any updates on this after a year or so with the modified valve? Thank you in advance!
  11. TexMexStrada

    V7 III - brutal pinging during hot weather

    Ok, I can hear it clearly. Try the heatshield screws as suggested above, that would fit the sound I hear. Or maybe the O2 sensors. While you are at it, check the condition of the exhast pipes, especially the cross pipe. As Todd pointed out, it is a poor design that is likely to fail over time...
  12. TexMexStrada

    Larger Grips?

    Glad they worked for you!
  13. TexMexStrada

    Dart Flyscreen for your V7

    +1 for the Piranha, worked well for me. I did a couple of modifications, namely increased rake on the screen and added some edge guard to improve airflow. I reviewed them on my channel if you are interested to learn more:
  14. TexMexStrada

    V7lll clutch improvement?

    I'm at over 10,000 miles on mine and the transmission has been great. +1 on the clutch cable adjustment, it needs to be quite precise, but once it is, it works great. I came of of a Ducati where you measured time in "false neutrals" when you were looking for a unit of time between seconds and...
  15. TexMexStrada

    Larger Grips?

    Grip puppies all the way. I did a little review of them when I had them on my Ducati, feel free to check it out: I hope this helps!
  16. TexMexStrada

    V7 III Suspension Thread

    Just wanted to drop some words of encouragement to those of you on the fence about lowering the front end on the V7III. I dropped mine 12mm as one of my shelter-in-place projects and got to give it a test this morning around a 150 mile loop of interstate & back roads. Wow, what a difference...
  17. TexMexStrada

    Sato rear sets for the V7 III

    You are most welcome! I had the exact same issue with the standard pegs, and the Satos were a Godsend for me. As I mentioned in the video, I actually ride around with them in Position 3, so the most aggressive one, and I'm in perfect comfort for a 500 mile day, get off at the end of it without...
  18. TexMexStrada

    Sato rear sets for the V7 III

    Yup, that is also a great way to get a feel for it, thank you for that Todd! I actually did the same thing by myself as I was thinking about the Satos. but by taking a heavy ratchet with an extension (making an L shape) and sticking one end behind the swingarm/shaft drive to simulate the...
  19. TexMexStrada

    Sato rear sets for the V7 III

    Thank you for the quick and very detailed response, I appreciate it! So, the short answer regarding weight on wrists, is no, only limited. Getting into more details: #1: As the Satos are closer to the frame, they make it more natural to grip the tank with your knees, which means you that will...
  20. TexMexStrada

    Sato rear sets for the V7 III

    Thank you for the kind words, and thank you for the question! I am sure I can help shed some light, but I appreciate you sharing 4 pieces of info so that I can give you a more precise answer: #1: how tall are you? #2: what model of V7 do you have and what handlebars are you using? #3: what...
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