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Thank you for stopping by. Have you ever wanted a vintage motorcycle, but either the cost of buying one was r out of your price range or the task of restoring one was beyond your skill set. Well, not anymore.... I'm a hobbyist... NOT A PROFESSIONAL.... that likes to take basket case motorcycles that I get in literal baskets, and make them beautiful and reliable riding machines. In reality, I'm striving to preserve them. What I will do is, from start to finish, is rebuild motorcycles. I have an affinity for Moto Guzzis, so that is what I am doing now. I will rebuild them until they are beautiful again. And you can do it to. Without spending a lot of money. The only things your need are time, patience, and persistence. And when done, you should have a beautiful vintage bike to ride wherever you are! Thank you!
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Will It Start??? Attempt First Start - Episode 32
DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO...
Now is the time to see if the engine will start.....
As for how I started this build, here it is....
I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal on two sets of flywheels and connecting rods and found the cam gears and low an behold, I have two complete engines.
Same with the transmissions. I bought parts, one by one, that morphed into four complete transmissions. I did buy the occasional complete transmission, which is a great way to buy bulk parts. Finally, buying wheels and a front end and I basically have 85% of a motorcycle built already!This is what I am going to go over today. This is how I started. This is just a brief overview, and at the end of this video, I’ll give you a tour of the parts that I’ve collected so far. They are really just a pile of rusty parts. But over the course of 60 to 90 days, we’ll media blast them, vapor blast them, assemble them, and build our own motorcycle worth so much more that what was invested in parts.
Now to get started, Here is what you and I need to know…
You need to buy a book to start - and the book is
Harley 1930-1936 Big Twins: Buying, restoring and riding a VL by Steve Slocombe
Buy it at www.HarborVintage.com or www.ReplicantMetals.comYou can build this bike about 95% with this book. The 5% that’s not detailed, you can email the author and he’ll answer your questions. He did for me.
So now I will be attaching a short tour of the parts I’ve purchased. After this, I'll start posting videos of the work I’m doing. I do not plan on posting videos of media blasting or cleaning. I have videos of that and it’s not that exciting.
But here is my game plan:
1. I’m going to build the front springer assembly2. I going to lace up the wheels and rebuild the wheel hubs. This includes truing and adding tires and balancing.3. I’m going to install the front springer assembly and the wheels.4. I’ll install the handlebars then.5. At this point, I will build the engine and install it.6. Then, I will build the transmission and install it.7. Then, I add the clutch basket and start adding all the small bits.
8. I’ll do the carburetor and then electrical and will finish will the tanks and the small pieces.
That is my general plan…
Along the way, I will tell you the priced I’ve paid for the parts. And I’ll try to keep a running tally...
Now is the time to see if the engine will start.....
As for how I started this build, here it is....
I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal on two sets of flywheels and connecting rods and found the cam gears and low an behold, I have two complete engines.
Same with the transmissions. I bought parts, one by one, that morphed into four complete transmissions. I did buy the occasional complete transmission, which is a great way to buy bulk parts. Finally, buying wheels and a front end and I basically have 85% of a motorcycle built already!This is what I am going to go over today. This is how I started. This is just a brief overview, and at the end of this video, I’ll give you a tour of the parts that I’ve collected so far. They are really just a pile of rusty parts. But over the course of 60 to 90 days, we’ll media blast them, vapor blast them, assemble them, and build our own motorcycle worth so much more that what was invested in parts.
Now to get started, Here is what you and I need to know…
You need to buy a book to start - and the book is
Harley 1930-1936 Big Twins: Buying, restoring and riding a VL by Steve Slocombe
Buy it at www.HarborVintage.com or www.ReplicantMetals.comYou can build this bike about 95% with this book. The 5% that’s not detailed, you can email the author and he’ll answer your questions. He did for me.
So now I will be attaching a short tour of the parts I’ve purchased. After this, I'll start posting videos of the work I’m doing. I do not plan on posting videos of media blasting or cleaning. I have videos of that and it’s not that exciting.
But here is my game plan:
1. I’m going to build the front springer assembly2. I going to lace up the wheels and rebuild the wheel hubs. This includes truing and adding tires and balancing.3. I’m going to install the front springer assembly and the wheels.4. I’ll install the handlebars then.5. At this point, I will build the engine and install it.6. Then, I will build the transmission and install it.7. Then, I add the clutch basket and start adding all the small bits.
8. I’ll do the carburetor and then electrical and will finish will the tanks and the small pieces.
That is my general plan…
Along the way, I will tell you the priced I’ve paid for the parts. And I’ll try to keep a running tally...
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Setting the Ignition Timing - Episode 31
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... Here is a quick update on the status of the build..... As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal on two sets of flywheels and connect...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Update on the Status of the Build - Episode 30
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... Here is a quick update on the status of the build..... As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal on two sets of flywheels and connect...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Complete the Kick Start Assembly - Episode 29
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... I am installing the kick starter assembly in this video, along with the top of the transmission. As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install Kick Start Assembly - Episode 28
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... I am installing the kick starter assembly in this video, along with the gasket and gear oil. As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good dea...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install Gaskets on Transmission - Episode 27
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video where I start to tighten everything up. I need to install the gaskets on the transmission and add fluids. As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired anoth...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Rebuild the Generator Part 3 of 3 - Episode 26
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video where I begin to rebuild the generator. It will be a three part segment.... As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Rebuild the Generator Part 2 of 3 - Episode 25
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video where I begin to rebuild the generator. It will be a three part segment.... As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Rebuild the Generator Part 1 of 3 - Episode 24
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video where I begin to rebuild the generator. It will be a three part segment.... As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install Sprocket and Transmission - Episode 23
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video the drive sprocket and line up an attach the transmission. As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquired another set, then found a good deal on two sets of f...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Complete the Head Installation - Episode 22
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DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video whereby I complete the installation of the heads.... this is the point where it really is becoming a motorcycle! As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acquire...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Adjust the Valves and install Heads - Episode 21
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SORRY FOR THE CHOPPY VIDEO... I USED A DIFFERENT CAMERA DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video whereby I adjust the valves and install the heads... this is the point where it really is becoming a motorcycle! As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an ...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install Pistons and Engine in Frame - Episode 20
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SORRY FOR THE CHOPPY VIDEO... I USED A DIFFERENT CAMERA DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a video whereby I install the pistons and then install the engine in the frame. This is the point where it really is becoming a motorcycle! As for how I started this build, here it ...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install Valves, Fit Pistons / Rings - Episode 19
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SORRY FOR THE CHOPPY VIDEO... I USED A DIFFERENT CAMERA DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a short video of me fitting the valves and pistons in the cylinders. As for how I started this build, here it is.... I needed an engine - so I bought a set of engine cases, then acq...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Build the Rear Hub Assembly - Episode 18
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SORRY FOR THE CHOPPY VIDEO... I USED A DIFFERENT CAMERA DISCLAIMER - I AM NOT A PROFESSIONAL MECHANIC OR RESTORER. I AM A HOBBYIST ONLY. I HAVE NEVER BUILT A HARLEY DAVIDSON, SO I WILL BE LEARNING AS I GO... This is a short video of building the rear hub assembly. As you can tell, I really rely on Steve Slocombe's book for this portion. He clearly lists the part numbers and displays how the par...
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install the Cam Gears - Episode 17
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install the Cam Gears - Episode 17
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Current State of Engine - Episode 15
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Current State of Engine - Episode 15
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install the Tappets and Guides - Episode 16
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Install the Tappets and Guides - Episode 16
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Close the Cases Now - Episode 14
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Close the Cases Now - Episode 14
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Set the Run Out for the Flywheels - Episode 13
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Set the Run Out for the Flywheels - Episode 13
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Preparing the Engine Cases - Episode 12
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Preparing the Engine Cases - Episode 12
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Reassemble the Front Brake Assembly- Episode 11
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Reassemble the Front Brake Assembly- Episode 11
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Reassemble the Transmission- Episode 10
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Reassemble the Transmission- Episode 10
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Parkerize the Clutch Basket- Episode 9
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Parkerize the Clutch Basket- Episode 9
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Complete 3 Speed Transmission Disassembly - Ep 8
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part- Complete 3 Speed Transmission Disassembly - Ep 8
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Transmission Part 2- Episode 7
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Transmission Part 2- Episode 7
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Transmission Part 1- Episode 6
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Transmission Part 1- Episode 6
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install the Front Wheel- Episode 5
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install the Front Wheel- Episode 5
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install the Front Springer- Episode 4
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install the Front Springer- Episode 4
Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install Tire with Zip Ties- Episode 3
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Building the 1931 Harley-Davidson VL Part by Part on a Budget- Install Tire with Zip Ties- Episode 3
Great job, i would be interested in purchasing any vl parts you will be selling
i would make a cut down bike until u found the proper fenders your new sickel fender in the front mount is fixed to rear leg vl fender moves with rockers HAPPY WRENCHING
I totally Hand rebuilt a Police Model Moto-Guzzi for a Dude that rode it to California in the late 60's. From a turd to a Chromed out Show Bike. I remember it took me almost a day to remove the bottom transverse Motor mount bolt it was in such bad shape on the first day. I personally Cleaned and polished, bead blasted everything on the machine and personally polishedto perfection and took each piece to the chrome shop or the painter. Put it all back together. Tuned it up and it was perfect! Better than anything Moto-Guzzi ever made ......Never trust someone that says "Money Is No Object"! The Cocksucker shit himself when he got the bill, and tried to sue the people that took his piece of shit bike and turned it into a showstopper! No Charge for the broken thumb I got when polishing your bent wheel asshole! This is why Craftsmen Bike Shops don't exist because of assholes that want something for nothing and expect the impossible for free!
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Hy, thanks a lot for nice video !!!!! Remember, change your habit, clutch lever must be never pulled when bike run, it is wrong ( hydraulic torque converter provide slipping function and get progressively on moving ), plus your clutch It is destined to be short-lived....... Virtually clutch is really useless on this bike; when cold starting just do it on center stand, instead start engine alreasy warm it is simply possible with both wheels on the ground, just the right index finger on the brake is enough. Shifting between low and high is also possibly without clucth; stop, turn off the engine, position the lever as desired, then restart the engine......the hydroconvert is surprisingly easy to use !!!! Greetings from Italy !!!!!! ❤
th-cam.com/video/j2ZPBiRgU-Q/w-d-xo.html Would love to see you run this color combination!
That is an awesome color combination!
I would love to see you run the Cannonball! go for it. Shake your bike down!
I am thinking about i!
@VintageRestorations-by-WS I haven't seen where they have posted any information for the next one yet
@@MyWillypilly You are right..... I had been looking too....hopefully in the next year or so....
@@waltersowa6140 You know that other one too? It's called something else, they ran it on route 66 last go
@@MyWillypilly I have been waiting on a tool for the past 4 weeks - a Lisle cylinder hone.... just received it yesterday, so will finish the engine this weekend and hopefully install it this weekend... and I have quite a few videos to post.... I am just a little bit behind.....
I have a question. Titled by the engine # or frame on these?
@@MyWillypilly Titled by engine. There is no serial number stamped on the frame.
with minimal interaction, you can use timelapse so that the viewers doesn't get bored.
I am going to do that! Thank you!
WALTER, you don't mess around!
Do you think you could take pictures of the pages of that book and upload it for people to view
@@inder605 The owner of the book would probably flip out. I hated even showing those pages on camera! The book is worth buying. In the US at www.aaok.com or www.replicantmetals.com. In the UK or Europe, at www.VLheaven.com. That is Steve Slocombe's site. And when I rebuild the transmission and engine online, I will lay out every part in order, like an exploded diagram.
Absolutely amazing, wish I lived in your neighborhood
I really enjoy watching Your videos - informative and detailed! I have a 1969 V7 (I am rebuilding it from scratch) and a 1976 Idro. Love these bikes!
When you mount the tires, can you show that please.
Oh please, do the video on truing
My ears are perking up, how do you know what's what with parts ?
Steve Slocombe wrote a book.... Harley Davidson - 1930-1936 Big Twins: Buying, restoring and riding a VL www.vlheaven.com/books.html It gives a pretty good layout of of how to build one... Plus, I've bought a few spare parts catalogs that lists the parts and provides some pictures....
Can you make a video on how you synchronize your carburetors?
Yes. I'm not an expert, but I'll do it according to the rider's manual.
@@VintageRestorations-by-WS🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 I’m turning on notifications for your channel. Absolutely love and appreciate the content!!
Any update Walter?
Thank you for your comment! Was cleaning up after the hurricanes last weekend. But I have sealed the tank, changed the petcocks, and it is ready to roll. I work on posting a complete video of it. I've been running the SS1 carbs, and they are working very well. No leaks after installing the new gasket kits!
Nice review please remove the windshield is killing the look
Stop the leak?
Leak has stopped! Will probably make a video this weekend.... bike is really done, other than polishing, and carbs do not leak either (and the idle has been better adjusted as well!)
9:42 I pay attention to even the smallest detail, it makes you sweat, haha. Excellent tutorial, it serves me a lot as a guide for mine and I enjoy it. Thank you very much for the effort of recording it, editing it and sharing it.
Any further advances made on fully working on the Convert? I see your other Guzzi is getting attention - just wondered about the Convert! Well done for the overall content. Thank you.
Thank you for commenting. I live in Florida and have been dealing with the two hurricanes that just hit, but the Convert is generally done (other than cleaning and polishing.... which will be a large job!!!). I have the side cases on and have repaired and sealed the gas tank. All runs now as it should. I will be doing a video shortly of the motorcycle. I think I have it as original, with the side stand switch as it should be and the parking brake attached as it should be. It is such a fantastic bike! It starts immediately and rides so smoothly. I still seem to want to shift, but after a few minutes, I remember not to. I do not remember if I posted the video of the transmission rebuild, but I did record that and may post that. The transmission is really the key to that bike. It is so smooth and works so well. That is really my favorite bike. But the next video is coming up for the Convert.
@@VintageRestorations-by-WS I'm so pleased you like the Convert. I don't have one (had a Quota 1000 and a Mille GT (in that order - so backwards from date of manufacture), and loved the Mille GT best but... my clutch hand gave up and I sold the Guzzi and bought a Honda 750 with an auto box) but, well, I think I should have bought myself a Convert as it ticks the lovely solid goes forever kind of air-cooled Moto Guzzi thing, but is automatic! So, right now, all I can do is watch your great work on the bike and enjoy that. I hope you get to go on a good long trip with it. Thanks for being there.
Hi, maybe you should make another video with the camera aiming higher so we can watch the road.
I hope everything is ok and you will be back to making videos.
Yes I will. I'm in Florida, so have been hit by the past two hurricanes....
@@waltersowa6140 I saw some footage from your area. Devastating flooding.
@@MyWillypilly Really worse than I even thought. I, fortunately, only lost four trees...
Impresionante. Una de las más bellas motos jamás construida. Para mí, la mas bonita de la historia.
Pozdrav iz Hrvatske , hvala za edukaciju o moto -guzzijima .
molim titl na hrvatski , pozdrav
da hoću
Sorry, can't watch. The camera angle is vertigo inducing and the audio is unfocused - you can't tell what you're listening to. Shame - such a great bike.
nothing wrong with it
I bought ser# 12056 built in Dec. 1968 in 1981. I still ride it, what ser# is yours
I live it Calgary Alberta
@@brianblais8877 engine number 1912, and i think frame number 1592...
@@brianblais8877 Email me a picture of your bike....Walter@sowalegal.com
Verra nice. Those valve covers are art.
I have the same v700, I got it from the original owner. I rode this bike one time when it was new, I was 17. My bike had some minor issues that were never fixed by the owner, it hasn't been used since 1978. The title says it's a 1969 purchased in Oct 1968. I have been working on restoring it for almost two years. New pistons, cylinders redone and resealed the engine and transmission. I am just now starting to reassemble the bike. I have a couple questions: Do your frame and engine numbers match? Mine don't, frame 1761 engine 1937. I have heard that was the way early v7's were. I live in central FL., was that a Fl. plate I saw on your rear fender?
@@kohlerK331 My numbers do not match either. I think the engine number is 1912. I'm in Palmetto, Florida, but the bike came from Minnesota via a barn in South Dakota.
@@kohlerK331 do you have any pictures? My email address is walter@sowalegal.com. And do you have the original carbs?
What a cool bike! 1968 was the era when motorbikes were so uncool - who ever could afford bought a car. Many bike producers stopped, even BMW considered to stop production of motorbikes. Honda with the CB750 four (inspired by Münch Mammut) made motorbikes cool again. Thats why bikes from late 60s are very rare. Take good care on this gem, love it!
Wow, nice! Where do you keep finding these? Beautiful bike
The only thing I would try to do is clean up the cables and wires. It is a beautiful bike and virtually indestructible. There is a Canadian with a TH-cam channel that runs the wheels off of his. He has been all across canada with that thing, rain, snow and everything in between. His bike just keeps coming back for more.
1982
My friend is looking for a release Bering for a moto guzzi v 1000 g5 Would you have a picture of the clutch components thank you 🙏
Hello. Send me an email.... walter AT sowalegal DOT com
Those rear shocks are not original, clearly aftermarket air suspension.
Great bike! Very good work❤
looks like a duplicate playlist entry
You are right!
Nice video! Never had a Moto Guzzi. One day.
Felicitaciones por todo su trabajo sobre esta Gran Moto, ahora disfrutarla !!!
Caswells tank liner works for pinholes
Already ordered!
Please keep updating how the bike is, maybe, as you say, not all the things you do, but I am really interested in these Converts and would love to see some proper riding on it when you're happy. Well done for taking it on.
I will... this bike rides so well already.... it is so comfortable!
Thank you for doing this. A lovely Convert... My dream bike having had, first a Quota 1000, then later an earlier Mille GT, then my left hand/wrist packed up so I've got a Honda DCT bike now, which is fine, and good and all that, but it's not Moto Guzzi with carbs and everything just so simple. This series is such a worthwhile resource for this specific bike, so, thanks again.
Do You Need To Machine The Flywheel Mating Surfaces?
The flywheel to the crank or the starter ring to the flywheel? For both, no. For the flywheel to the crank, it is going on exactly as it came off. But you bring up a point that I never thought of!
Thank You Very Helpful
Why do you not make it work properly, before showing it. Really not very Pro. Looks like you have no idea what you are doing.
1. The motorcycle is not finished yet. I am recording as I review / discover. Life's problems are not discovered and solved in 22 minutes. 2. I am not a professional. How on earth could you believe that someone working on a motorcycle in their garage would be a professional? 3. If you watched the first episode, you would have discovered that I have no idea what I am doing. I have miss identified parts on my first walk through and am still stumbling through. As for you, why are not offering productive comments? I am recording what I am doing, when I am doing it. I will show the fixed item when I actually gets to that stage. Normally, I cannot identify what is not working until I somewhat get it operational. In the case of the tail light, I am still sourcing parts. This rebuild is a work in process of a motorcycle that had a stuck engine, where nearly every system was stuck, frozen, or rotted. It now runs and has 95% less rust. What I am offering is a view of how I work through the process. It is not a how to video by any stretch. It is only a fly on the wall video. I can tell that my videos are not for you. I understand that. Please don't watch if you want a how to video. Finally, if you are a professional motorcycle, please post a link for your channel and your videos. I would love to watch.
Not sure how I landed here but upvoting. Kinda refreshing YT not trying to rage bait me.
Fr its super nice
Cosa vediamo la tua schiena
What good is the grease all over the outside of the u-joint?
I am brushing it to push it in....