Subject: Re: "Modern" Guzzis?
Author: Paul Linn
Date: Aug 14, 2002, 2:19 PM
Post ID: 1710805308
Gee wish I had a garage to build my "modern" Guzzi in and people to stop by
and help. :) Guess I have to settle for the utility closet in my apartment
instead.
Paul
Richmond, Va
73 Eldo custom project
76 T3 basket
----- Original Message -----
From: "David Washburn" <guzzi-@aol.com>
To: <Loopfram-@topica.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 14, 2002 5:10 PM
Subject: "Modern" Guzzis?
| About Loops Vs. "modern" Guzzis: When I started my Eldo/SP project I gave up my daily driver '73 Eldo in a partial trade for a new Jackal. I figured I needed a reliable ride to get to work during my restoration. The Jackal has been that and more. No problems and great power and handling. The longer wheelbase and raked front end make it so stable that it is confidence inspiring at speeds that are only legal in select Western states. My plan was to sell the Jackal when the Loop was done but I think it has earned its place in the garage. It is not as lovely as the Eldo but as basic transportation, I am satisfied ;) I took the Eldo down South to Winchester VA a few weeks ago with the intention of making it to Asheville for the rally. My riding companion was not feeling up to the long ride from Winchester VA. to Ashville so we canned that plan and rode locally: Skyline drive the first day, back roads the next two. Great rides on a great bike. The Eldorado was terrific, well balanced, stable handling. His Kawasaki W650 could walk away when the stoplight turned green but I have reached a calm, meditative place in my life so it only bothered me a little (note to self: bring Jackal next visit). I think the Stucchi seat provided by MG Cycle has broken in a bit. On the way home from Winchester to NY I was able to ride the tank down to reserve, make a gas stop and go home without stopping, 5 1/2 hours on the road with only a little squirming. Saturday I plan to be in Chris Mitchell's garage helping him start assembly on his Loop. He wants a "modern" bike so it will have dual disks, full oil filtration, 40 MM carbs, etc. He is starting down the slippery slope and I plan to give him a hearty shove as a bon voyage. David in NYC |