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oil

  1. J

    only 2 litres of oil in V7 sport 1972

    Hello, I'm new here and already looking for an answer. I can only refill my engine with 2 litres of oil. All resources say 3.5 L of oil. The dipstick is working fine, and with 2 Litres of oil, it is reaching the maximum on the Stick. My Guzzi is an USA version, maybe this explains the...
  2. Nedmac briskov

    V85TT Oil pan seeping leak

    I’m almost 500 miles into my new v85tt and have noticed a small amount of oil escaping the oil pan gasket. I’m sure it’s a simple break in thing, and when I do the first oil change, I’ll re-torque the bolts and that should be sufficient to solve the issue. But I’m just wondering if anyone else...
  3. N

    XMSN output oil seal stuck

    This is my last, and longest lasting oil leak to correct before the bike goes back together to ride. The PO used a non-standard seal in this spot. It is metallic, thin, and didn’t actually seal at all against the speedo drive. There isn’t any seal material, it’s just a flat washer-like piece...
  4. Ashton Shaw

    93 California III - Fuel in Oil

    Hello Guzzi Tech, My Cali III is fuel injected and is getting fuel in the oil. When firing the motor, I open the petcock then turn on the fuel pump prior to engaging the starter. When killing the motor, I turn off the fuel pump and close the petcock. I tied a bag around the petcock with it...
  5. Mikael Weiss

    Non-motorbike specific Oil

    Hey guys, I was looking around for some 10w60 oil, as per the owner's manual for my V7 III and realized that Motul sells its car specific blend for a fair amount cheaper, here in Canada anyway. I realize that typically, you wouldn't use car specific oil in a motorbike as it may interfere with...
  6. Mitch Clyman

    Mechanics Blunder Help Gearbox

    I recently put a post up that I was having problems shifting in cold weather and was recommended using 75W 90 gear oil. It turns out my mechanic put transmission oil in my gearbox. He was confused by Guzzi listing transmission oil and not drive shaft.... I’m an American in Israel and I should...
  7. GTM®

    Final drive leak thread

    Thread started by Franco below on his rear drive leak. This thread is now to keep track of and help those who have this issue. Please vote above and post below on your issue and whether or not it was resolved by a Guzzi dealer.
  8. NPS

    Metal particles in CARC oil

    I'm asking for help with with my CARC. I recently split the CARC as part of my restoration project last year, to replace the large 18 ball race with a 19 ball version. I have just drained the oil (at +600 miles) to replace the oil seal that is leaking. I have found a large amount of metal...
  9. Sussex Rock

    V9 Oil cap stuck?

    Hi I'm trying to check the oil level on my V9 Bobber (it has had a lot of dealer checks, so I'm not being lazy!) I cannot seem to get it to twist off. Am I being a dipstick? I'm worried I'll crack it with the amount of pressure I'm applying. Or is it a case of just pulling it out? *Nothing...
  10. C

    Oil indicator turning on

    Hi guys, I recently got a 2013 V7 stone and I love it! Tonight the oil indicator (the red light) started turning on when the engine is off. I checked the oil and it's fine so I'm not sure why this is happening. Any pointers? Thank you,
  11. C

    Rear hub fill for 2015 V7 Stone?

    Hi guys, I'm new to this particular forum, but joined as I'm severely confused on how to correct a mistake I made when attempting to change the ENGINE oil on my V7 Stone. I did change the Engine oil correctly, but realized after getting home and hopping online to "double check" my work that I...
  12. roadventure

    Another stinkin' oil thread

    Today I changed the engine oil in my California 1400 again. I went out and rode for 15 miles per the MG oil change instructions. I then stood the bike upright (vertical) drained the oil via the drain plug and removed the oil filter. Again, I got a little over 2 liters drained out (2.1L to be...
  13. Yellowheader

    Cali Stone - a couple of oil questions

    I've had my '04 Stone for about 3 months now, and I've observed a couple of things that I'd like opinions on. First, my engine seems to like the oil level to be just above the lower line on the dipstick. If I add any oil above that level, it just seems to come out the blow-by hose and I end up...
  14. DangWangi

    Oil Leak from Cylinder Head???

    I noticed a little oil leaking from my left cylinder head (when sitting on the bike) yesterday and could use some advice/help. Here is the back story.... 2013 8vSE with just a bit over 3,000 miles (4828km) It had 400 miles on it when I bought it from Jim up here at Rose Farm Classics in...
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