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@@stevec-b6214 they are a very different experience to ride, that said they never fail to make me smile

thank you

I am sorry I don;t know who Count Arthur Strong is but he does sound interesting.

Not sure that's a complement but I will take as one

Modern hydraulics not so bad with cables, of course the down side they don't stop you quite so well.

I also think it's more just weight, the engine is so soft with very little in the way of true power it just has no speed in it

It's very easy to have fun on it, not fast but it will get you there

it most certainly is

I have also been told the flywheel is heavier on the Carabinieri model.

@@oldguyinshed1703 I didn't know that. Mine was taken from a 16th flour mill I think. It's a might heavy, but makes for a combustion every other lamp post.

I think my description of "bonkers" is more accurate than interesting, mainly because it is Bonkers and riding it leaves you grinning like a village idiot

The Guzzi G5 is a fine bike, though I know nothing of the Cagiva Alla Azzura, The Italians do produce interesting motorbikes.

Starting to become an addiction

@@oldguyinshed1703 donka donka is good to listen to at our time of life. Well done you have added a lovely new layer of the Moto Guzzi experience to your life. Enjoy!

Well done to your daughter, I still have the Civille. I might do a comparison episode.

Beauty is a bit ott but it is a capable machine.

I will do my best

Not that unusual for me, I tend to enjoy off center choices

My friend said it was like riding a cement mixer. 😂😂

Gets everywhere

I'm afraid my camping days are over, the old bones can't take it any more. I am the same as you, had lots of bikes then found Guzzis and wished I had done it years ago.

I have become a Guzzi fan after many years of owning various makes. That said I really could not come to terms with the California. A shame as I really did want to like it

I had the Breva 1100 before the Norge and thought the 2 Valve engines sounded better than the 4 valve. Negligible performance improvement but noisy chain clatter.

@@oldguyinshed1703 Absolutely. I put a Quill silencer on my Norge which saved weight, gave more ground clearance, and decatted the bike. On a dyno it liberated another 8 bhp, and as a dealer said, "why have a 4 valver?" I also think that the riding position was better on the 2 valve Norge, and the styling subtley better??? I would still have it (bought new 2007/8) if not written off in a crash for cash set up............

The bike no longer squeaks and I have diagnostics that covers the V85 so no need for dealer

I had a TS250 MZ and really enjoyed it as a workhorse bike, you are right though they never sounded anything like as well as they rode, to me they were like a BSA Bantam on steroids.

Glad you liked it.

I don't think I did as I noticed it in the shed then came into the house logged on and there it was. weird.

Yes it is satisfying especially when nothing else goes wrong.

I spotted after the upload just trying to fix it but not sure how, thank for watching though I do appreciate the support

@@oldguyinshed1703 no problem old guy, always like the movies you make, looking forward to the next one. by the way: still love my breva 👍🏻

I really couldn't come to terms with it so it had to go, no regrets though I did need to experience it/

I would but I sold it in stead

No they don't lock but that doesn't seem to be an issue with them.

You are welcome

When I did it the camper van problem wasn't too bad though it was a good few years ago now

@@oldguyinshed1703 Unfortunately the situation between locals and some of the camper van fraternity has become more than a little tense. I work in Scotland a lot around Wick and Thurso and the mess and down right disrespectful behaviour by this minority is going to spoil it for everyone.

@@iandeumayne-jones1557 sadly this has always been the case

I'm glad you liked it

I counted the front and rear sprockets and they are what they are supposed to be as standard

Thank you

Nothing wrong with the lakes, I did the Hard Knot pass in the seventies before it was crowded, it more like an obstacle course than a road but fantastic nonetheless

Thank you

They really are a little gem of a bike

I guess it would depend on your inside leg length, I am 6ft and found it very comfortable, try to get a good long test ride

@@oldguyinshed1703 thanks for your quick reply, i shall indeed. Keep up the great videos very entertaining

Sounds like a Monty Python sketch, Eee when I were a lad we had to get up before we went to bed and lick road with us tongues.

my wine never gets to the cabinet, by the way, what are wine bottle stoppers for.

I really need to get my head around this stuff

07779724015. I have to sell the MV due to ill health if it's of interest to you

They do seem to appear on the market for very little money, my pal has one that has done over 90k miles and runs as well as my low mileage bike, so I can't really comment on what to look for as we have had no problems yet

I think the people running it are all volunteers which would explain their enthusiasm, they all seem so invested in the exhibits. I think its a great place to visit

I don't think I have ever needed to touch the Falcone clutch but I guess it would not hurt to check over before any problems occur.

I have just replaced a clutch in a Nuovo Falcone, I did not video it but is there anything in particular you wanted to know? I was concerned about doing it but it all went well for me. Thanks Paul

@@classicrider5274 Thanks Paul. Much appreciated. I am going to check the spring lengths, engine casing lever assy and general operation as I would like to try and lessen the amount of effort needed at the handlebar lever. I've had a hand op and full strength has not returned yet. Cable seems in good condition and slides without excess friction, so I'm looking for any gain possible. I know these boxes require a ponderous change, but although the 1972 bike has less than 10k kms on it, I suspect the plates are original and maybe new would just improve the whole operation? Any thoughts and experience most welcome.

@@iandeumayne-jones1557 Hi Ian, I have owned mine for a couple of years and not really done many miles. It’s only done 13000 km from new so not worn out. First winter I replaced steering head bearings and special rear wheel bearings as they were rusty and notchy. Spring last year, back on the road found the clutch slipping so put to back of shed and fixed it last winter. My plain plates were clearly overheated and distorted but measured ok. The friction plates were also to spec. The springs were shorter by about 5mm. I doubt the overheating was during my ownership and no idea how long it has been like this. I suspect the springs lost effectiveness with time and allowed the clutch slip. I bought a complete clutch from Germany and now have no clutch slip. I have a new cable, the bar lever is well lubricated and there is not much you can do at the cases. The arm is connected to a rod which has a small lever on the other end, it locates under a a thrust bearing in the clutch centre. I read that the original friction material is not great and could slip. The supplier of my new clutch suggests stronger springs to prevent slip and I can feel it’s harder to pull the clutch now, but it’s better than a slipping clutch! There is not much to modify in the cases, have you seen those pressure reducing devices that some trials riders use? It’s a small device you fit in the cable run that alters the pull ratio but does reduce movement distance so everything else needs to be set correctly. I have not tried one and just put up with the harder clutch pull. The gear change on my bike is slow and it is difficult to get a fast getaway so tend to use my machine on the back roads where it is really at home and will stay in third gear for miles. One last thought, all the clutch parts are really over engineered so they could possibly be lightened and I know an aluminium clutch centre is available which may help. The outside flywheel is also part of the problem, it takes a long time to slow when changing gear! If you have any other questions I would be happy to help. Cheers Paul

@@classicrider5274 That is really helpful Paul. I suspect I've a similar issue with spring length and yes I've got a 'clutch ease' contraption but haven't fitted for the very reason you highlighted. Reduced travel. Anyway, I'll ride it this summer as much as I can and look at depth at the clutch in the winter. It doesn't slip so I'll put more effort i to my hand grip exercises. Enjoy your Falcone. They make life slow down don't they?

Nice bike the Bellagio and not many of them around, it's good to be different.

It is a great museum as they do run the machines, the ingenuity of the old engineers as to how they solved practical issues is fascinating. I hope to bring more trip type content in the future.

Yes the Morinis are all behaving themselves now, I do like riding them as they are so much all round fun.

Thank you it's good to be back