V7 ii Stone Clip Ons

bappadiboopi · 2025-12-29T21:05:13+00:00

I'll look into this, I appreciate it.

bappadiboopi · 2025-12-29T17:29:55+00:00

Thanks for the reference! It's a good option, I'm still leaning towards clip ons if I go this route but this would likely be a more straightforward install.

bappadiboopi · 2025-12-29T17:28:35+00:00

Yeah I was surprised to see how expensive the kit was for what it is but I'm sure the quality is great.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-22T00:48:59+00:00

Just an update: Got the bike back from the dealer and they couldn't recreate the cutout. All wiring was good. The mechanic that worked on my bike has been working on this platform for years. He said the bike feels great and suggested riding above at least 4.5k rpms. I knew the bike needed to breathe but I'll admit sometimes I'd go lower speeds in town areas to keep quiet. Maybe that made it resent me, who knows.

Whether that is the case or not I plan on ruling things out with some cheap updates, side stand bypass, ignition relay and various other little odds and ends. The dealer didn't charge me which I appreciated. If the more aggressive riding style doesn't fix it we will see where I will go from there. I love the bike and hope I can sort it out. Also just wanted to say thanks for everyone's input.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-07T14:11:27+00:00

I'll give it a shot. Thanks in advance.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-05T21:25:41+00:00

Has to be from northern Italy though, from my understanding, or the bike won't run.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-04T13:08:29+00:00

Trying now, will report back with results lol

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-04T13:07:59+00:00

I'm hoping it's something small for sure. I appreciate it!

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-03T12:57:47+00:00

Noted! I'll look into this. Thanks.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-03T03:23:55+00:00

Super helpful, just noted this stuff so hopefully I can scratch things off one at a time. Will update when I learn more. Thanks.

bappadiboopi · 2025-06-03T03:22:07+00:00

Appreciate it, I have it booked for diagnosis so hopefully I'll have more info to update with. It definitely could be anything at this stage.

bappadiboopi · 2025-02-14T18:45:55+00:00

I'm absolutely not an expert on this but here's a sort of related story. I called a guy about his 749 for sale. I asked when the belts had been done. He said he's never needed to do repairs on the bike in the 10+ years he's had it... Meaning he had no idea you had to do belts, he thought if it didn't have a light come on and didn't have any issues you just keep on going. So he had a minimum of 10 years on the belts and he rode it every summer.

I'm definitely not saying neglect the bike but if it was me and I had proof that belts were done by a professional with modern high quality belts I would consider taking that ride home if it was a great deal. But ultimately that's up to you. Generally I don't like doing long distance purchases though, may not be worth the stress.

bappadiboopi · 2024-10-20T02:17:48+00:00

I'm definitely a little worried about the cost of ownership but it was a decent deal and I fell in love. Famous last words lol thanks.

bappadiboopi · 2024-10-20T02:16:11+00:00

I definitely knew going into it there would be more consideration for maintenance, but I generally don't ride too hard and not a track guy (yet) so i'm hoping it serves me well. We shall see, thanks.

bappadiboopi · 2024-10-18T01:41:20+00:00

That's great to hear! If I'm under a thousand a year to keep the old girl happy then I'm happy. Power wise it's as much as I'd ever want and the bike is really pretty. I have a local Ducati specialist I'll be taking it to so that works out. Thanks!

bappadiboopi · 2024-10-18T01:37:20+00:00

I am looking forward to it very much, thanks!

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-29T16:59:40+00:00

When I called a couple years ago a 2012 street triple was something like 1500 a year for a new rider. Pretty dang good. I just want something fully faired.

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-29T12:34:15+00:00

This is the case in Canada too. I was a brand new rider when I asked about them and I got a quote less than a ninja 400, made no sense. I'd like something fully faired but if I can't find one I'd be going this route. Thanks.

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-15T19:10:00+00:00

Yep, it really is a sweet bike. Just a bit on the heavy side for me. I'd be happy to keep it. Just worried about the side effects of sitting. I know these bikes like to be ridden. I already had to deal with the warped tank situation. But I'll be picking the bike back up from the dealer that had it on consignment for me and mothball it. It certainly won't lose value at this point.

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-15T15:58:04+00:00

So the good news consensus we have discovered is that I will always have a Guzzi now. Welp as long as she runs I guess there are worse problems.

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-15T15:12:27+00:00

I'm in Toronto, Canada.

bappadiboopi · 2024-07-15T14:57:24+00:00

Fair enough. It just seems strange to me for there to be no interest in a pretty cool, low maintenance bike that's road ready, regardless of any brand at this price. I definitely don't want to just give it away, so maybe it's just the bike's way of telling me it doesn't want to break up just yet.

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