What a fantastic bargain these V11s are. Although a bit big and heavy, they ride like a proper Guzzi. Get the mistral’s fitted and it sounds stupendous. #motoguzzi #v11 #v11lemans
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@dehnpeterson5650 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! I purchased an identical 2004 in 2006 and was blown away by the bike. (First Fuel Injected bike I ever owned.) The dumb ass that I was at that time, I sold my 1991 California III that had the wonderful 1000 cc big valve carbed Lemans motor. I thoroughly enjoyed riding this bike for 4+ years, but it was SO FUN to drive faster & faster & faster & faster that I concluded that I couldn't own it an longer as it it exceeding my riding skill level & I did not have the personal discipline to ride slower. So, I sold it and absolutely miss the thrill of riding this fine Italian ride! As I grow older, my favorite riding memories are on this V11 Le Mans to limits of my limited skills. What a wonderful bike that I wish I still had in my garage if to just admire and maybe ride responsibly on occasion , :( !! (CAN YOU TELL I MISS THIS BIKE!!!!!!!!) Buy one if you find one!
@rustynuts82 Жыл бұрын
That particular red one was owned by my son actually. He decided to sell it in favour of a ducati. It made sense for him sell because he also has a KTM adventure. So the le mans was not really getting used. The V11 range is under the radar at the moment although the guzzi brand is doing rather well in new sales. Their only draw back is weight, they are hefty. But great bikes, last of the proper guzzis in my opinion.
@hansrichardderee Жыл бұрын
Your love for the V11 oozes out, it IS a stunning bike!
@Obdewla2 жыл бұрын
I have an '03 Rosso Red V11 LeMans & love it. Love your Mistral setup... I've always wanted to add that same setup vs. stock. I have other bikes, but the Guzzi is special... no fancy electronics or ABS, just a motorcycle with a lot character & flair. Fun to ride too & the LeMans always gets the looks.
@stfm.62839 ай бұрын
Very good explaining video of the v11 le mans. I just bought one 2003 in Black with 26tkm and i must say it is really a beautiful bike.
@skydive1424 Жыл бұрын
Just got one in addition to my brand new V7. Few little things to sort out but the ride is true Le Mans style which I owned late nineties
@rustynuts82 Жыл бұрын
The mistral exhaust system, although expensive, does transform the feel of the engine.
@anderstrygg318810 ай бұрын
Damn that’s a good looking bike!
@umakantgajjewar8898 Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic bike !
@reneroozendaal54935 ай бұрын
Just beautiful! ❤
@kennethjones4578 Жыл бұрын
The Rosso Corsa model is an absolute bargain Ohlins from and rear
@tinytim9413 Жыл бұрын
Truly a beautiful bike. Looks like very low miles as well. Sounds great 👍
@stubbzzy3102 жыл бұрын
Stunner!
@MysticVic13 ай бұрын
Had an 02 LeMans -Champagne.. Put 64k joyus mi her. .... Lost her and my 30foot liveaboard sloop to a bout of cancer. ..2012.. Just recently scooped up a 2000 V11 Sport with only 12k mi !!!!... Same bike but sport fairing not the GORGEOUS, super functional and Pain in the ass LeMans fairing... The V11 sport/ LeMans are absolutely the most motorcycly motorcycle you can buy stock. Huge torque. Huge breaks.Thunder of a Merlin. Imagine a HD with 95hp, pulling right thru 7000 RPMS with a 6 speed tranny and a sport frame that could pull a side car. I had plenty Ducatis and liter Japanese bikes. Seat of the pants...nothing touches these sporty V 11s
@rustynuts823 ай бұрын
Yep, they are terrific bikes. Glad you found another.
@lordbiker699 ай бұрын
beautiful 😍
@presstodelete1165 Жыл бұрын
Over the years I have had in excess of 200 bikes, half of which have been Italians, as yet I still haven't even ridden a Guzzi. I realy must do something about that while my knees are still up to the weight.
@rustynuts82 Жыл бұрын
Try a Tonti frame big block first…..le Mans 850 or a 1000s if you can. The spine frames are much bulkier and heavier.
@ChristophePeytier2 жыл бұрын
What a beauty!!! 👍🙏
@sylviastubbs20992 жыл бұрын
Beat that for beauty, culture, and cakes!
@_JimS2 жыл бұрын
I bet the smooth black engine finish is much better to maintain.... I would imagine the "krinkle" finish holds a lot of dirt. She's Gorgious
@rustynuts822 жыл бұрын
Yes, much easier to keep. The crinkle in mat black looks a bit odd to me.
@raffaelemau42142 жыл бұрын
Bellissima!!! 👏
@rustynuts822 жыл бұрын
Correction……headers are mistral too
@105Gunner Жыл бұрын
How are the ergos on the V11s for those over 6ft? I love the looks of these bikes but would have to travel across several states to check one out.
@rustynuts82 Жыл бұрын
I’m 6 foot and it fits very well. The tanks are very wide, otherwise fairly normal position. Sporty old school style
@105Gunner Жыл бұрын
@@rustynuts82 No, no, no. You're supposed to say it's a brutal ride and awful seating position! 😉 Thanks for the reply and a V11 is on my list.
@MrSebfrench76 Жыл бұрын
French guy here. I am about to choose between a Griso and a Norge at the end of the month, as a replacement bike for my BMW K 100 RT You do not pronunce the "S" in "Le Mans" . It's just " Le Man" Tricky frogs ...😁 Beautiful bike of yours , btw..
@rustynuts82 Жыл бұрын
I expect the Norge would be the closest to replace a big K. Although a Griso is far more sexy!
@MrSebfrench76 Жыл бұрын
@@rustynuts82 you said it !!
@kennethhancock2433 Жыл бұрын
I suppose next you will be telling us Grand Prix isn’t pronounced pricks. 😜
@MrSebfrench76 Жыл бұрын
@@kennethhancock2433 exactly. It's " PRI " . We are definitely a bunch of coneheads.
@kennethhancock2433 Жыл бұрын
@@MrSebfrench76 Most in the states pronounce Norge like the refrigerator. I believe it is more like Nor Ga. An Italian says it’s Nor Jay. My California is easy. Nobody pronounces it incorrectly. What do you say? 🤓
@benjaminmentink59555 ай бұрын
Bring on the V100 version.
@rustynuts825 ай бұрын
Its been soooo long since Guzzi made anything remotely sporty that I wonder if they can still pull it off. The V100 motor must surely have more to offer, styling should be a piece of cake! The MG01 should have been the next Le Mans.
@garypeatling79272 жыл бұрын
Lovely but seat support rails should be horizontal
@rustynuts822 жыл бұрын
Its a bit kicked up, but i guess thats the more modern style. I do prefer the straight lines of my 1000S. The mk4/5 were even more swoopy!