V100 Mods thread

[Kevin.NZ]

@Kevin.NZ - Did you remove your horn, or is it behind the shield?

@South Westerly - I seem to recall another post here on the forum with a shield template that someone provided, based on one the poster made.

@scottmastrocinque - I had the same concern when I purchased a radiator guard (wondering if it would affect cooling). All I can say is, I rode 5K miles last summer/season, including a couple multi-day trips across central KY in blistering heat (my temp readout hit 96). I, myself got really hot riding in the sun, but the bike didn’t. Temp gauge remained in the safe zone. I will credit Guzzi with their first water cooled engine - it does the job from what I’ve seen. That said, I do agree that airflow is a good thing! Cheers!

I replaced the horn as soon as I purchased the bike. I have 2 horns mounted on the engine bars running via a relay.

 

[1Danedaddy]

Is it possible to move the handlebars higher, and closer to the driver?
What's the largest (widest & tallest) windscreen available for the V100?

 

[1Danedaddy]

I went to Guzzi customer service for a brown seat also. I asked any information on upholstery or can I purchase a heating element. No, sorry they replied. The bike comes with a brown seat and provisions for heat, but Guzzi can't sell a brown heated seat front or rear or any heating elements so the customer can keep the brown seat. I don't understand Guzzi's position on this one. RDL gave me a name of the material they thought was on the bike, but I haven't had time to confirm that the information is correct. I had to change the seat before we left on our Alaska trip. I check with everybody I could find online, but no one could provide a replacement or rework my seat before we left in a few weeks. I went to a local auto upholstery shop thinking what do I have to lose but a little money. That shop put some comfort into the seat and installed the heat element I provided them. The cover isn't a perfect match, but it's close.

I found myself in the same predicament. Glad to know that you were able to get it to your liking.

 

[1Danedaddy]

Gents, please be aware that the more crap you put in front of the engine, the less airflow that goes over the motor to assist in cooling it.

I keep seeing motorcycles with covers over the radiator reducing airflow on it, then covers all around the engine, again reducing airflow, and now this.

If you encapsulate the engine with all of this stuff, the engine is going to run significantly hotter. Reduced airflow means less heat being pulled off of the motorcycle.

If you live in a temperate climate, this may not be much issue, however if you live in a hot climate, this can be a significant issue.

Caveat emptor.

I'm guilty of this so I'll be keeping an eye on the temperature gauge as the temperature increases.

 

[Kevin.NZ]

Is it possible to move the handlebars higher, and closer to the driver?
What's the largest (widest & tallest) windscreen available for the V100?

Awhile ago I purchased a set of theses risers for my V100, try the store here 1st.

 

[YellowCX100]

@skent12 - I used the lowering footpegs and they made a huge difference. It's only an inch but wow does it make a difference. It might not be enough for you, but considering the financial hit to trading it in, it might be worth the $125 to try them out.

 

[Clifton]

@skent12 - I used the lowering footpegs and they made a huge difference. ...... it might be worth the $125 to try them out.

What lowered pegs are these? Is there adjustment in the brake and shift levers to allow for the inch lowered? I'm looking for ones for the Stelvio.

 

[Clifton]

Do the Mandello ones you mention lower 20-25mm, Steve? I don't see any offered by Guzzi, what brand are they?

 

[Clifton]

Oh sorry, but yes Steve I assumed you had "Mandello ones" of some kind.
I stumbled upon these: mv-motorrad.de/en/mv-footrest-lowering-rider-moto-guzzi-v100-mandello.htm?c=232
but 40mm drop is way more than I want, 20mm would be ideal for me.

 

[1Danedaddy]

OEM heated comfort rider seat.
OEM passenger comfort seat.
OEM top box and side panniers.
OEM USB cockpit socket.
OEM touring windscreen.
OEM auxiliary fog lights.
OEM engine protection bars.
OEM center stand.
Pyramid radiator guard.
Pyramid Extenda Fenda EXTRA.
Hepco & Becker engine bash plate.
Hepco & Becker side stand enlargement.
RAM X-Grips phone holder.
Denali Mini Soundbomb horn.
2 Moto Guzzi Modular helmets-Green
VIOFO MT1 Dual Channel 1080p motorcycle dash cam.
Avalon King ceramic coating.

 

[Fluff]

@1Danedaddy

How did you get on with routing the cables for your camera system? I'm fitting a Chigee AI0-5 system to mine over the next few days, with front / rear camera's, blind spot detection and CarPlay. Your rear camera is exactly where I've decided mine is going. Just wondered if you hit any major issues? Thanks in advance.

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[1Danedaddy]

@1Danedaddy

How did you get on with routing the cables for your camera system? I'm fitting a Chigee AI0-5 system to mine over the next few days, with front / rear camera's, blind spot detection and CarPlay. Your rear camera is exactly where I've decided mine is going. Just wondered if you hit any major issues? Thanks in advance.

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I had the dealership install mine before I ever brought the bike home. It wasn’t done exactly to my satisfaction, but the installer said that he’ll take care of it during the first service.
Sorry that I’m not able to be more helpful.

 

[Fluff]

I had the dealership install mine before I ever brought the bike home. It wasn’t done exactly to my satisfaction, but the installer said that he’ll take care of it during the first service.
Sorry that I’m not able to be more helpful.

Thanks, I appreciate you taking the time out to reply all the same

 

[1Danedaddy]

Thanks, I appreciate you taking the time out to reply all the same

No problem.
Wish I could’ve been helpful.

 

[Raven]

Wow, you guys are so polite. Are you sure you're not Canadian?

 

[SShel]

I am trying to add an after market led brake light and I need to splice into the brake light circuit. Does anyone know the wire color codes? I assume green is ground, the others tail & brake. This is the connector. Thanks.

 

[1Danedaddy]

I've ordered a complete set of luggage for mine. I wonder why the top box is so high and far back. It looks odd.

My wife likes the top box, says she wouldn’t want to ride without it.

 

[1Danedaddy]

Yeah, it must provide a feeling of security.

That’s exactly what she says.
It also gives us a place to carry our cooler.
I also like it and I don’t think it looks bad. Pictures don’t seem to do it justice.

 

[eitanshay]

I just bought and installed the givi screen (D8207ST).
i'm 6'5", and i find it to be very effective. the stock screen did nothing for me, and in the raised position, it drove a lot of wind buffeting into my helmet. in the lower position, it was too similar to riding a naked bike.
with the givi screen, it feels much much better. quiet. and lovely to ride.

 

[South Westerly]

That's my plan for when I get home. I've got the OEM touring screen and in the low position the air flow hits my chest but in the up position I get a lot of wind noise around my helmet especially at speeds over 70 mph.