I do have an identical Moto Guzzi 850 Special V7 as you have there. I don't have any experience of the tyres you mention but, Michelin tyres generally last about twice as long as a Pirelli tyre of the same size and type. This can only be because the Michelin tyres have less grip. I'd take a guess here, but I'll be looking at a Pirelli Angel GT. for my next set. I have another motorcycle that does have Pirelli tyres on it. They are about a 1/4 worn after 2100 miles. I have had my headlamp apart and I can say as an experienced engineer, it was made for a total of .12p. When mine falls apart, I'll be getting a metal replacement from India! Ride safe. 👍👍. (As a result of seeing you video, I've stripped the switchgear off mine and sprayed a dab of ACF50 in there to keep the corrosion at bay.)

I’ve got the same bike . I’m currently waiting for my 4th starter / mode switch , they are not fit for purpose . Moto Guzzi are aware of this but have done nothing to rectify it . This is my second V7 , I did 55000 miles on my 2012 Stone and yes , the headlight disintegrated on that too , amongst a litany of dodgy cycle parts .

I agree with the Michelins being very squirely on painted surface. I’m going to try Bridgestone Batleaxes next, been my go to tyre for years now.

@davidberman5121

17 күн бұрын

@@sidweazel2883 the front wheel was unbalanced. Maybe one of the weights detached? I had it rebalanced in Italy and the ride is much better

I've got those Michelins on Nerys and I really like them. I've found them great in all weathers ( you know I really do ride in all weathers) the only small issue I've had is their lack of grip on slushy ice! The headlight shell is no doubt the same as the iii or the same design, at least. The bracket for that holds the clip for the retaining screw is poorly designed so it breaks... I'm thinking Araldite might be a solution but a new unit is probably best. I think I'm going for a full LED unit if I do replace it - all weather riding needs a good headlight! Hope you get sorted. Been enjoying these films from France. Looks lovely.

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

Thank you. I am going to try to get used to the tyres, maybe let 2psi out and see how it goes. With the headlight, I have had the housing off the bike and am going to try to fix it today. As the unit is possibly trashed anyhow, the securing mount is half sheared, I might as well have a go. Araldite and use the existing female screw thing. The light bowl is quite slim and replacements (alchemy parts) appear to be a little long in the rear by about 20mm that might foul the main headstock wiring. While I am at it, i will try to take a look at the starter and see if i can give it a clean and lube. I am please you have enjoyed France with me and thank you for your advice.

@foggyrf9

2 ай бұрын

@@davidberman5121 mine currently has a long self tapper in it as the proper screw was dropped and is in the same area of hyperspace as all the odd socks and 10mm sockets!

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

@@foggyrf9 🤣 ill take a look in my 'black hole' tool box and see if it is in there!

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

@@foggyrf9 I'll have a look in my toolbox, see if it found its way in there! haha.

You've made up my mind on those Michelins, will stick to Dunlops.

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

Well, don’t take my word for it. I have the pressure set to 36psi back and front. New V7s come with these tyres and my dealer is not seeing any negative feedback. I am going to go a little lower with psi and see if that makes a difference. He has offered to have me back in and check they are ok. I’ve had a few sets of road pilots on my previous BMW and they were awesome. Could it be that over 7500miles I just got ‘used’ to the dunlops? I am being kind because I really did feel they were coated in diesel in the wet.

45 year biker & I’ve had no problems with the Michelin Road classics. The ride is a little hard but I’ve no idea if that’s the suspension or tyre’s. For me they track very well & compared to my Harley’s they last well longer. I’ve done 5000 on my Stone special edition, tyres look brand new. Could use a steeper profile to help it tip in a bit quicker but ofc would make it a bit twitchy so happy with them all together. Yup a worry point for me is the headlight unit on mine to as it’a plastic unit led which looks sealed up. But I’ve had no problems at all with the bike so far. And lov it. Only niggle for me is for some reason I have to charge the battery every 2 to 3 days for 3 hrs to top it up. My other bikes can be left for 2 to three weeks & then only need 30 mins to top up. Go figure….

@davidberman5121

Ай бұрын

Hello. Thanks for your comment. You describe perfectly. The ride is a little (lot) hard from the tyres for me. I would prefer to have a tyre that needs replacing at 5k and rides well to longer life. I guess most riders of classic bikes are generally on the central rubber most of the time! 😂 The headlight? Yeah. Be careful if you change the bulb. Enjoy your ride. ✌️

Check your wheels for round especially the rear. I have problems with my ktm 890 adventure, wire wheels first ride out on second set of tyres, road was wet and it felt I was riding on ice and the front was jittery in the dry. Had wheels checked and rear was shaped like an egg and side to side sway..

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

I have a V7 850 Special and my speedometer failure at 2800 miles has disheartened me!

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

Oh that is disappointing. Ok if under warranty but not ok if you have to pay for a fix

I have the same bike and a wee spray of contact cleaner in the switch housing seems to keep it going. It only failed to start once after I’d washed it so I’m careful with water.

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

Yes. I have done the WD. I might open it up and have a look after a £90 quote for a new switch. 😮

@raymondlyle663

2 ай бұрын

@@davidberman5121definitely worth a wee look! Good luck and I hope it doesn’t put you off what is a great bike 👍🏻

@spudflap

Күн бұрын

@@raymondlyle663 So, do you mean contact cleaner, or WD40? I ask because my starter switch is becoming very erratic too...

@raymondlyle663

Күн бұрын

@@spudflap contact cleaner which WD40 and others make. The one I have is made by WD40 and seems to work well. I hope this helps you too! Best wishes, Raymond

Before, my III version was equipped with the original Dunlop. Then I put on the Road Classic. They get more information and I have more confidence in the wet. Are your wheels well balanced?

@davidberman5121

2 ай бұрын

I think this is something to look into and have spoken to the dealer.

What brand is the fairing/fly screen and where to buy it from please. Cheers!

@davidberman5121

Ай бұрын

Hi. It is from Dart.

@Larry_Mott

Ай бұрын

@@davidberman5121Cheers mate!

Hi Dave. Same thing just happened to my headlamp and it's currently gaffa taped, just like yours. Did Moto Guzzi sort this under warranty?

@davidberman5121

22 күн бұрын

@ianmarin7484. Hi. My bike 2021 so out of warranty. I actually glued in a piece of wood and screwed into it. Have done 1800miles through the Swiss and Italian alps and it is still attached and working fine. A good home fix!

@freeride6073

17 күн бұрын

​@@davidberman5121that's pretty creative , good fix , ride safe .😊

Two days after I said good bye to my ultra reliable Yamaha X-Max, i had the V7 parked in the rain for just an hour. Doesn´t want to start the following day...until it suddenly reacts to the starter button again. Getting worried about longterm reliability if this is all it takes for problems to appear...

@davidberman5121

6 күн бұрын

@@fredarthur-art maybe get some wd40 into the switch

@fredarthur-art

5 күн бұрын

​@@davidberman5121 Two days later the problems were gone....so far at least she is starting fine again.

You'll be the problem!

@davidberman5121

24 күн бұрын

turns out the front was badly balanced