I am a Falcone Militare owner. I would say relaxing ride is just scratching the surface Andy. They are a serene ride and allow you appreciate your surroundings like no other bike I've ever ridden. Love 'em.
I have just stumbled across your Chanel, you are very easy to listen to, I have liked, subscribed and listened to the end. I believe comments also help your algorithm, so it’s worth people posting comments 👍👍
Free flowing standard batteries split the electrolyte . The glass mat in your new battery sponges the electrolyte on the lead plates. No vent to out side evaporation. No reason to top off under continued use. Much better.
I have read up on the batteries and understand the difference, the bit I don't understand is they agm battery has to be bench charged differently to the lead acid battery yet when fitted to the vehicle no changes to the charging system is necessary. For me a head scratcher.
So many bikes I wished I had kept. Fortunately, I have hung on to my two Morinis, one a 2C and the other a 1975 3 1/2 Sport. Just need to retire now and get cracking on restoring them. Like someone else commented, wait for the Sun to return, go out on a long ride on the Falcone before making a decision on whether to sell it. Enjoying your vids - they’re a bit like having a chat - your style is very easy. Cheers!
Andy, I always "like", watch to the end, and am a long time subscriber. Keep on doing what you do, Move on the Falcone if it feels right for you. Take care and all the very best!
that is a very sort after bike, a real mile muncher. I met an American rider who had one and had clocked up 750k miles without opening the engine, just regular servicing;.
@@oldguyinshed1703 no offers when I've been out and about. I've not enticed but with all of them I'm always listening. I'm currently preparing my Le Man's C.I. for sale, I'm the actual 3rd owner from New last owner 22 years.
My mate tells me .... An ordinary lead acid battery needs a long slow low current and 15v - 17v to charge, an agm battery because it has a lower resistance can absorb much more current and that 15 -17v would be too high and cause overheating. On new engines there are Battery Sensor Modules which manage whatever battery is connected, disconnect the sensor and the engine wont know which battery is connected. Wiring harnesses are designed to cope with the output of the alternator. However, battery Sensor Module/EMU might require recalibration if the battery is replaced. If the system is not recalibrated, the alternator might overcharge the new battery and cause the battery to fail soon after replacement. Mmm, clear as mud but I'll send it anyway. Read it before you have some wine! Cheers man
I know modern cars such as Fords have a "Smart Charge system" but old bikes like mine don't, I have been assured by the battery suppliers the there is no problem but they say this without an explanation. This is the point of my confusion.
Yep, I understand what you are saying and it niggles because you know you cannot defy the Laws of Physics, maybe set up a rig to test their assurances. All you would need is an alternator connection, voltmeter and a thermometer to monitor the battery response ... Or not. Just sayin, cheers man. @@oldguyinshed1703
About charging systems- I havent a clue about max. Voltage/amps or watts, what RPM they occur at, etc... but, my new steed has a LiFePO4 chemistry. It also REQUIRES a unique charging profile to keep it fresh, thereby a new $60 gadget? Something about 14.4 - 14.6 being very important...but, they have longevity as a feature- I'll have a go with it. Hope for the best, right? I've gotta go back @ 'like' all the other videos I watched, as I've finally subscribed.
`AGM batteries don't have nearly as much internal resistance, which is how they absorb 30, 40, even 50 amps at a time instead of a regular battery getting stressed out at more than 10 amps. This is also why an AGM battery needs special charging. Regular battery charging can break AGM batteries` (sez google)
No idea what I'm doing with the Falcone. As to the K2 well a pal of mine came along and showed me how to adjust the play out of swing arm so no need for new bushes, I am delighted with that as it shows Morini had really good design engineers back then.
The only regret is realising that old age has got me. It is a great bike that I thoroughly enjoyed and once on the road no problem, but manhandling it became an issue. At some point I am sure the V85TT will become the same.
I am a Falcone Militare owner.
I would say relaxing ride is just scratching the surface Andy. They are a serene ride and allow you appreciate your surroundings like no other bike I've ever ridden. Love 'em.
I think you are right "serene" is a better word for them.
I have just stumbled across your Chanel, you are very easy to listen to, I have liked, subscribed and listened to the end. I believe comments also help your algorithm, so it’s worth people posting comments 👍👍
I must try to remember to mention the comments now you have pointed out the algorithm help. Thank you for your subscription, like and comments.
Free flowing standard batteries split the electrolyte . The glass mat in your new battery sponges the electrolyte on the lead plates. No vent to out side evaporation. No reason to top off under continued use. Much better.
I have read up on the batteries and understand the difference, the bit I don't understand is they agm battery has to be bench charged differently to the lead acid battery yet when fitted to the vehicle no changes to the charging system is necessary. For me a head scratcher.
So many bikes I wished I had kept. Fortunately, I have hung on to my two Morinis, one a 2C and the other a 1975 3 1/2 Sport. Just need to retire now and get cracking on restoring them. Like someone else commented, wait for the Sun to return, go out on a long ride on the Falcone before making a decision on whether to sell it. Enjoying your vids - they’re a bit like having a chat - your style is very easy. Cheers!
You have held on to a couple of really good bikes I hope you enjoy them as much as I do
Andy, I always "like", watch to the end, and am a long time subscriber. Keep on doing what you do, Move on the Falcone if it feels right for you. Take care and all the very best!
Thank you for your support, I have no idea what I am going to do with the Falcone.
I know what you mean, I have a 1970 V7 Special. I bought it on a whim and loved it since.
that is a very sort after bike, a real mile muncher. I met an American rider who had one and had clocked up 750k miles without opening the engine, just regular servicing;.
@@oldguyinshed1703 no offers when I've been out and about. I've not enticed but with all of them I'm always listening. I'm currently preparing my Le Man's C.I. for sale, I'm the actual 3rd owner from New last owner 22 years.
My mate tells me .... An ordinary lead acid battery needs a long slow low current and 15v - 17v to charge, an agm battery because it has a lower resistance can absorb much more current and that 15 -17v would be too high and cause overheating.
On new engines there are Battery Sensor Modules which manage whatever battery is connected, disconnect the sensor and the engine wont know which battery is connected. Wiring harnesses are designed to cope with the output of the alternator.
However, battery Sensor Module/EMU might require recalibration if the battery is replaced. If the system is not recalibrated, the alternator might overcharge the new battery and cause the battery to fail soon after replacement.
Mmm, clear as mud but I'll send it anyway.
Read it before you have some wine!
Cheers man
I know modern cars such as Fords have a "Smart Charge system" but old bikes like mine don't, I have been assured by the battery suppliers the there is no problem but they say this without an explanation. This is the point of my confusion.
Yep, I understand what you are saying and it niggles because you know you cannot defy the Laws of Physics, maybe set up a rig to test their assurances. All you would need is an alternator connection, voltmeter and a thermometer to monitor the battery response ... Or not. Just sayin, cheers man.
@@oldguyinshed1703
About charging systems- I havent a clue about max. Voltage/amps or watts, what RPM they occur at, etc... but, my new steed has a LiFePO4 chemistry. It also REQUIRES a unique charging profile to keep it fresh, thereby a new $60 gadget? Something about 14.4 - 14.6 being very important...but, they have longevity as a feature- I'll have a go with it. Hope for the best, right? I've gotta go back @ 'like' all the other videos I watched, as I've finally subscribed.
Thank you for you subscription, I struggle with the old elastic trickery but solder on as best as I can.
Take a good long ride on the Falcone (when the weather is better) then think about whether you want to sell it, usually works for me!
You are probably right
`AGM batteries don't have nearly as much internal resistance, which is how they absorb 30, 40, even 50 amps at a time instead of a regular battery getting stressed out at more than 10 amps. This is also why an AGM battery needs special charging. Regular battery charging can break AGM batteries` (sez google)
I really need to get my head around this stuff
Dont sell the Falcone ...have you fitted the new swinging arm bushes to the K2 morini ?
No idea what I'm doing with the Falcone. As to the K2 well a pal of mine came along and showed me how to adjust the play out of swing arm so no need for new bushes, I am delighted with that as it shows Morini had really good design engineers back then.
Haha your motorbike problems, I got into trouble for having a dream about getting a second bike this morning 😂, guess I’m sticking with the KLR.
There is a mathematical equation for the number of bikes one should own, it is as follows = N+1 (N being the number you currently have)
someone is reading your dreams?? get out of there quick!
@@oldguyinshed1703 also, N should be (N = 3 +/- 1) before starting the equation
Any regrets selling the Norge?...if memory serves, you claimed it was getting too heavy to move around. The V85TT is less cumbersome then?
The only regret is realising that old age has got me. It is a great bike that I thoroughly enjoyed and once on the road no problem, but manhandling it became an issue. At some point I am sure the V85TT will become the same.