Please note: This bike is a part of the Northern California Superbike Collection. The anonymous owner is well-known and a long-term friend of both Iconic and Bike-urious. All proceeds will go towards a foundation he and his wife run to further research for sustainable agricultural and agroforestry systems worldwide.
Back in 2001, Moto Guzzi introduced the V11 Le Mans as a spiritual successor to its iconic 850 racer. The bike featured the marque’s tried-and-true transverse 1100cc V-Twin, and it wore swooping bodywork that was as classic as it was Italian in its cafe racer aesthetic.
What’s more, Moto Guzzi fitted the bike with a plethora of trick parts, including a set of 40mm Marzocchi upside-down forks, a Sachs shock, and some Brembo brakes front and rear. As you’d expect with a Guzzi, the V11 Le Mans was heavy — to the tune of nearly 500lbs dry.
All-out performance wasn’t the model’s MO, though. Rather, Moto Guzzi designed the bike to be a sporty-yet-comfortable roadster with smooth handling and predictable power. It made some 91hp at 7,800rpm with the 69.3lb-ft of torque coming in slightly earlier at 6,000rpm. On the road, this meant that it topped out at 135mph. Thanks to the large 5-gallon fuel tank, Le Mans riders could cover 200 miles between fill-ups.
Per MCN, “If you want an old-school Italian heavyweight with 21st century components, finish and style, look no further than the Moto Guzzi V11.”
This example is VIN: ZGUKRAKR32M114647.
The odometer shows 11,661 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, flush the hydraulic fluid, install a new battery, replace the petcock, change the oil/filter, and give the bike a detail. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Good
Engine Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Final Drive Condition: Shaft Drive
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 2722
Tire Date Code Rear: 4222
Tire % Remaining Front: 99%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99%
Tire Press. Front: 36
Tire Press. Rear: 38
Battery Standing Voltage: New Battery 12.83
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.35
Running Condition: Running Well
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Modifications:
Cylinder head protector.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Michelin Pilot Power 2CT tires with date codes of 2722 and 4222.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
A quick note for those of you that may not be Moto Guzzi experts – in 2002, Guzzi had a paint issue with their black engines. It’s a well-known issue, and this bike is afflicted.
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Moto Guzzi is offered on a clean California title with registration current through MONTH YEAR.
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