Radical Guzzi

[johnno]

don't know what to say ,but wish i had skills like this .That swingarm looks great .
Guzzi needs you for an updated 1100 sport

 

[tryengel]

don't know what to say ,but wish i had skills like this .That swingarm looks great .
Guzzi needs you for an updated 1100 sport

johnno - Yeah, Stefan @ Radical Guzzi is a talented guy. As more time passes I am more impressed. I am happy with my choice for a builder. I had conversations with a number of 'builders' both here and abroad. What I did not want to do is write a big check and say, "surprise me." Nothing is decided until we both agree. I only wish I could be there, in Germany, alongside Stefan, to help and learn.

 

[tryengel]

I'm pretty certain this is the solution for the seat that I am leaning towards. I might go with a short rear fender, to mount the round headlight + the bracket for the turn-indicators and license plate.

 

[tryengel]

My idea is to have some radius in the seat. I like the shape of this red seat on the cafe bike. I am now thinking no fender, but something like I drew in the lower photo of my build for the (round) tail light and the bracket for the license plate and turn indicators. Opinions???

 

[ghezzi]

Have you considered "Frenching" the tail light into the seat hump?

 

[guzzigray]

Here's one of my favorite looking Guzzis with a nice tail section. GuzziMotoBox in Spain built it.

 

[tryengel]

That motorbike is absolutely gorgeous. I like the tank shape, the exhaust , the polished carden, even the full fairing. The paint scheme on the fuel tank gives me an idea for my build. Thanks.

 

[VladTepes]

Love this thread ! That's going to be one hell of a beast !

At the moment I can't afford to indulge myself with a Guzzi project , but am in the (slow) process of building a 'classic' styled Honda CX500 which will be badged "notaguzzi"

 

[tryengel]

Love this thread ! That's going to be one hell of a beast !

At the moment I can't afford to indulge myself with a Guzzi project , but am in the (slow) process of building a 'classic' styled Honda CX500 which will be badged "notaguzzi"

I've seen some stunning CX500's on the Internet. It will an education and seriously gratifying when it's completed. My one regret on my build is that I am not in Germany doing the hand-on stuff.

 

[tryengel]

The frame and swing arm are off for powder coating. The tank painted this week and the seat to the upholster.


This is a Galletto. The rooster is an Italian symbol for "good fortune in time of danger." Seems appropriate.


In two weeks the motorbike should be (re)assembled. It has taken a bit more time than I envisioned, mainly due to the fabrication and CNC machining of "one-offs" such as the front fender, triple trees, alternator cover, valve covers, and all the mounts for the speedo, lights, turn indicators,.... .

 

[GTM®]

Man, I would have to leave just a peak of that beautiful aluminum polished Allan, and I love the Galletto... that'll be a nice touch. Can't wait to see the re-assembly.

 

[tryengel]

Progressing. Re-assembly begins. Everything is ready for mounting, save the seat (brown), lights and speedo. The triples are custom billet. I am (very) happy with the tank, albeit, the green wasn't what I envisioned. 'Tenni Green' was purchased from the same people, in Lecco, a few kilometers from Mandello, that the factory gets their green. The photos make it it look more glossy and darker than what I was initially expecting. I actually like this particular green more. And, I think, the Mercedes Crystal Laurite Silver is gorgeous. The bottom frame tubes are a "steel blue," that match the color of the shock springs. The shocks are fully adjustable, including ride-height, Wilbers. The Galletto (rooster) is the Italian symbol for 'good fortune.' You will see it in homes and restaurants all over Italy. The Italian words above the filler, loosely translated; "you will always find your way home on a Guzzi." Corny I know, but what the hey.

 

[abbienormal]

I didn't think I'd like the tank painted but that is gorgeous.

 

[tryengel]

I didn't think I'd like the tank painted but that is gorgeous.

Thanks Rudy; I certainly do appreciate the positive feedback.

 

[GTM®]

Looking good! I'm sure that first ride in Germany will be a good one... say, how far will you be from the Nürburgring Nordschleife?

 

[tryengel]

Looking good! I'm sure that first ride in Germany will be a good one... say, how far will you be from the Nürburgring Nordschleife?

I will be in northern Bavaria, so not that far. As much as I would love to lap the Nordschleife it would have to be on a rental.

 

[tryengel]

 

[PP-1753]

looking good

 

[ghezzi]

Instead of a round tail light sticking up behind the seat hump ....................................
how about a wide slimline Led tail/brake lite the width of a number plate?

The rest is pure porn i think i just did a little wee

 

[tryengel]

Instead of a round tail light sticking up behind the seat hump ....................................
how about a wide slimline Led tail/brake lite the width of a number plate?

The rest is pure porn i think i just did a little wee

Thanks for the compliment. I like your suggestion. It would facilitate a cleaner look. I'm tossed. The mounts for the taillight, turn indicators & license plate are going to be CNC billet alloy. I will research some Slimline LED taillights. I do like the "vintage" look of a simple round taillight. It's a nice piece; aluminum housing - no plastic. Decisions, decisions. I hope to have photos of the completed bike in a next week or two. There remains a number of small pieces that need to be fabricated; rear mud guard, speedo mount, billet alternator cover, .... .