Anyone who restores an old part rather than just buying a new one gets my attention and respect every time. NOS parts are great, but if you're not made of money, and not too lazy, I say fix what you already have. So much more satisfying, too.
@umakantgajjewar8898 Жыл бұрын
I am like you..I try to repair as much possible..from repairing our kitchen grinder to motorcycle parts. Thanks.
@shyvaYY Жыл бұрын
Dont need yo respect
@davidburne9477 Жыл бұрын
True to a point, but on my mk2 Le Mans I am replacing all the mild steel cap head bolts etc with stainless, to lower the ongoing need for rust removal and touching up. And everything goes together with a dab of Never-Seize on the threads as well, something they didn’t do (apparently) on the long engine mounting bolts that run through the engine and eventually electrolytically corrode. A mate is going to turn-up new ones made from stainless as well. But where possible it is good to keep what *is* good. That doesn’t include the ugly LM2 fairing lol.
@leslieaustin15110 ай бұрын
@@davidburne9477Got some sympathy with that approach, as stuck bolts - anywhere - are a pain. But take care that those stainless bolts don’t gall in the alloy.. that’s an equal pain! Les
@tinymonster9762 Жыл бұрын
I think the red Mk1 is one of the most beautiful bikes ever. What a lovely thing to restore.
@pandrop49010 ай бұрын
100% agree !
@chrisb.1464 Жыл бұрын
"I could not bring it back to a perfect state but rather an original Moto Guzzi LeMans Mk1 from 1978 with some battle scars." That what means "perfection" for me, as riding thousands of kilometers is what Moto Guzzis are made for : they're not showbikes: the result looks like a good old bike shining again. I'm impressed by the quality of your work! Bravissimo!👍
@61js Жыл бұрын
The Le Mans featured on the centre fold of UK Bike magazine sometime in 1976. As a 16 year old at the time, I can remember just staring at this magnificent machine thinking 'one day'. Sadly that day never came but my thoughts remain the same. What a beautiful job you've done.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
How very kind!
@andrewsurridge-qu2yr Жыл бұрын
I remember it well. I may have to go look in the loft for the mag. Fairly sure it is there
@pdm2201 Жыл бұрын
The 1977 Le Mans was on the cover of the U.S. magazine Cycle. The caption was “A Flash Bike for the Thinking Man”.
@201Jeep6 ай бұрын
ah yes I remeber the cover of that edition!
@davidcornforth37863 ай бұрын
I also remember the girl draped all over it as a 16 year old got the bike two years later sadly not the girl !!😆
@TerryClarkAccordioncrazy6 ай бұрын
This is a masterpiece of editing and restoration. You've saved everything that can be saved. You haven't remanufactured it. This bike is simply superb.
@davidmacgregor5193 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting your video, I will soon be tackling the restoration of my 1980 Benelli 900 Sei, I've owned her since 1986 and she is starting to look her age. I'm now retired so I have plenty of time to dedicate to my beloved Benelli, the last time she ran was in 2010, so she'll need plenty of love and attention to get her looking her best. The six pot Benelli's reached classic status years ago and the 900 is gaining value rapidly, Benelli only produced 1878 of them from 1979 until 1989, so the weren't exactly mass produced. Incidentally, all the Benelli multi-cylinder motors were produced at the Moto Guzzi factory in Mandello del Lario, the final assembly was undertaken at the Benelli factory in Pesaro.
@therealunclevanya Жыл бұрын
That was a labour of love. Thank you for bringing another Le Mans back to life.
@splodge57 Жыл бұрын
Great to see a Le Mans in good original condition back on the road. I had one for 10 years in the 80's, loved that bike. I hope its still out there being used and enjoyed.
@rs8197-dms Жыл бұрын
So did I. A bike with many flaws and a lot of character
@brianperry Жыл бұрын
The best, most Iconic Guzzi ever.. Looked like it was doing a 100 mph on the stand. Sounded great, handled great plus was pretty quick for its day..130 mph or there about....l owned a new LeMan 850 in 1978/9. Mine was fitted with the smaller, flatter rear light but otherwise was much the same. l didn't realise at the time what a classic icon it was to become.... Oh, the benefit of hindsight. Thanks for a memory of my youth...
@villiamo3861 Жыл бұрын
Your light is the 2nd/later batch of the mark 1s. He's got the light of the 1st batch, but the seat of the 2nd batch: the 1st batch of the mark 1s had his light and a more humped, almost single-style seat.
@roberthocking9138 Жыл бұрын
It was a nice change to see a restoration completed in one highlights package for a change. Great work.
@bozzbee13 Жыл бұрын
I owned a 1978 mk1 le mans in the early 80s , lovely bike one of the ones that I wished I still had!
@sunzeneise3 ай бұрын
The wish never leaves. Like the memory of a great lover.
@humanbeing1675 Жыл бұрын
Always a joy to watch someone who knows what he is doing. Respect. Excellent work👌
@davidberelson2925 Жыл бұрын
I was incredibly fortunate to have been the original owner of an identical example of this great machine which I bought in ‘77. My wife and I had truly unforgettable times and memories of days and nights riding through Northern California. It always was reliable and devastatingly beautiful to behold. Lovely resto is spot on, and respectful of this princely machine. BIG THANKS…
@sunzeneise3 ай бұрын
I’m wondering if you may have purchased mine? I sold it in in the late Seventies to Munroe Motors on Valencia, in San Francisco. It was the right bike at the tight time. I was in my Forties. Got speeding tickets North 101, South 101, and Bay Bridge. Money was tight so it had to go. Better to have rode, than not. Now in my eighties, enjoying the memories.
@geneahart5607 Жыл бұрын
The Guzzi looks brilliant!!! What a beautiful thing!! Your work is stunning and encouraging!!!!! Can't wait to see the Norton take flight!!!
@afidarkside Жыл бұрын
I really miss the sound of my guzzi! Good to hear one again
@sprezzatura8755 Жыл бұрын
It is not over restored. That's what I love.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
That is a compliment!
@michaelsandy3353 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic restoration of a great bike. The array of skills used is fascinating to watch. Well done.
@Everythingzadrum Жыл бұрын
Loved what you did with those cooling fins 😮 great job 👏
@しょー-m9m Жыл бұрын
Your work is so many repairing , few replace. You have done the good job, great restore. I feel for you to loving the MOTO GUZZI.
@hoozleup Жыл бұрын
I can tell you’re a good bastard straight away by hearing the snippets of music in the background. Incredible job with the bike and an even better job on the editing. Well done Sir.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Never been called that as a compliment but I’ll take it pal 😂👍
@hoozleup Жыл бұрын
@@MyRestoration1 It’s a mark of respect down here in New Zealand mate. 😄 Wear it with pride. But seriously, top effort on that resto (and video). I challenge anyone to not watch it all the way through once they start.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
@@hoozleup then happy bastard I am 😁
@cgln8760 Жыл бұрын
When I was a teenager (many moons ago), I worked for a summer as an unpaid bike polisher at sports motorcycles in Manchester and the showroom was full of these and California T3s etc. Wonderful.
@NikkiAyumu Жыл бұрын
Subscribed! Your level of attention to detail is just unbelievable. Not everyone would have that kind of patience. Amazing job.
@Simulera Жыл бұрын
First of all, this is a serious mechanic, the level of experience is impressive and obvious. (And rare). Secondly, Moto Guzzi motorcycles are just wonderful things I have discovered as items of personal interest and ownership only in the last decade. I rank them on levels with /2, /5, /6 BMW airheads in character and quality, as well as joyous rides. Even the new/newer Moto Guzzi are special things that proper machine culture people and riders can appreciate. The Le Mans rebirth here will produce considerable good karma for you!
@firestorm755 Жыл бұрын
I love the fact that you've kept the old patina on a lot of components, it looks like a well cared for old bike. Well done! I always wanted a mk1 lemans and when I had opportunity I went to look at one. Imagine how disappointed I was to discover it's a really small bike and there's no way I'm going to fit on it. Oh well, I got a big v twin a Honda VTR 1000 Firestorm. We've been together for 24 years now. Big twins just feel alive when you ride them rather than a piece of machinery, they have soul.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
That’s it Phil. You nailed it. It was supposed to look like a well kept reconditioned mk1! Job done!
@peternaur Жыл бұрын
Oh goodness, what a job! I recognize so many parts from my old Guzzi V35 that got me started 15 years ago. Motorcycles are just so wonderful! I love your edits - you pace the videos really well and theres a small touch of humour every now and again. It just works. Thank you for all the effort!!
@alxx1378 Жыл бұрын
Back in the 90s I had a v35 82 model Imola loved it. With the monza 500 cylinders it went up to 440 cc. 😊
@BlackRust Жыл бұрын
After all these months, it would be a real shame if the bike wasn't ridden. One hell of a job, thanks for letting us join you for the ride. 👍
@davidmitchell4899 Жыл бұрын
Excellent film Rob. Was really nice to see the start of the project to the finished restoration in one video. I can see why you’d have felt a bit sombre to see the Guzzi leaving your workshop for the final time. Congrats on completing this challenging project and thanks for taking it on 👍🏻. I’m now hooked on the channel. Can’t wait to see the Norton and the Ducati.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
David. I have to say that you made this much easier by being so supportive and understanding with my bereavement and other work. That said I believe this to be a triumph in terms of reintroducing the Mk1 back into its rightful place as an important part of motorcycle history. I was shocked at how many are now not accurate examples. Glad I could do this project for you and your family. Safe riding.
@John-yf2uf Жыл бұрын
What he said
@JourdainColeman Жыл бұрын
The bike is looking amazing!! 👌🏼 - You can see the delight on the owner's face a the end
@manirajmanimuthu9110 Жыл бұрын
This is incredible. I appreciate the attention to detail. Thank you for sharing this work with us. It was a pleasure to watch you restore the motorcycle.
@treborif Жыл бұрын
Great job - i've had 5 Guzzi's and love the way they fit together with the frame splitting and lifting while the engine sits on the bottom frame rails and centre stand. They have the best exhaust note of ANY motorcycle. And the throttle makes my previously broken wrist ache so bad!
@FrancescoUggetti Жыл бұрын
Great job . Never stop to restore and keep our history alive
@jimmarshall807 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful job, I'd be absolutely delighted to have that in my garage
@peterdoe2617 Жыл бұрын
Where are you located? A friend of mine want's to sell his LeMans II. He lives near Lemgo, Germany. 1st owner.
@jimmarshall807 Жыл бұрын
@@peterdoe2617 I'm in the UK and have just picked up a Laverda so not actively looking for a Le Mans - thanks for letting me know
@TheJameswort Жыл бұрын
What a brilliant series, forgotten lots, so thanks for recap. Well done.
@henryodge Жыл бұрын
Wow. How lovely to watch such a wonderful bike being restored so sympathetically. Kudos to you, and LUCKY client! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@petesharpe4120 Жыл бұрын
Perfection! Thank you so much for faithfully restoring one of the best motorcycles...ever!
@stephenbarry3201 Жыл бұрын
Well done. That looks a very honest restoration with nearly all original parts used. Looks and sounds fantastic 👍
@Ian-bq7gp Жыл бұрын
You know what's nice, seeing the joy on your clients face at the end. Well done, it was a lot of work, especially guzzi electrics .
@IanLawrie-l9q Жыл бұрын
What a wonderful job. That was an awesome finish. Well done for keeping history alive 👍👏👌
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@BigBear59 Жыл бұрын
Awesome work and a great result…you certainly have a knack and patience to do this work …I like you videos…Thanks for sharing ….until soon …Alex🇬🇷
@overlandmotorcycletours4785 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic ! brings back memories, A few years ago I managed to acquire a genuine 1972 v7 sport in Italy which I improrted into the UK. After a couple of years of work it was finished. What a joy to ride, took a bit of getting used to the gear shift on the other side and upside down !
@sunzeneise3 ай бұрын
Thank you for demonstrating your care and craftsmanship. God bless you.
@LiquidAudio Жыл бұрын
Stunningly beautiful bike and incredible restoration mate! I’m lucky enough to have spent some time on one of these, truly a legendary bike.
@barrydavy409811 ай бұрын
Absolutely bloody brilliant. Another fabulous Guzzi brought back to life. Loved every minute. Thank you.
@amp2amp800 Жыл бұрын
Thankyou for the memories of my LeMans restoration in 1996. You did a great job!
@timhicks2154 Жыл бұрын
My current LeMans 2 had been made to look like a Mark 1. I added a Sprint SR Endurance fairing, twin headlights, electronic ignition, gear drive cams, Saprisa alternator & regulator rectifier, lightened clutch basket & starter ring gear and more. Got it resprayed by a friend…looks mint!
@sK3LeTvM1 Жыл бұрын
Very nice work. Classical music is the best companion to restoration! But never, and I repeat never drive a bike without protective clothing!
@andreientrada9100 Жыл бұрын
Good thing ur video popped out of my recommendations, your videos are fire! Am even happy with how you edited yung videos, like the transitions! Best restoration so far
@huguesdepayens1070 Жыл бұрын
I’m speechless. .. . Absolutely Stunning.
@umakantgajjewar8898 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Superb work ! And a superb bike ! throughly enjoyed every min of video.
@anthonyallsopp1474 Жыл бұрын
You have done a superb job there and I like your ethos of reuse and repair if possible. A great idea putting together the summary video. I am looking forward to your next restoration.
@doublebrain9038 Жыл бұрын
My greatest respect for this unbelievable restoration!
@jorgemercatali9319 Жыл бұрын
So beatifull bike !!! Love it congrats to you and the owner
@davidlutton4560 Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic restoration. Excellent work. Your Client must be a very happy man indeed. As a young man back in the '70s, I drooled over the 850 Le Mans and much preferred it to Ducati's 900ss at the time. Mind you, what I'd give to have both in my garage! I will look forward to watching your other videos. Great stuff.
@originalforgery Жыл бұрын
Outstanding.... Something very special about a Guzzi.. I have a late 1100 sport which if i'm honest I get as much pleasure looking at as riding - there's just something about them..
@peterturnbull9133 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed tht VFR restorations (particularly because I have one), But this Le Mans restoration was amazing. Your persitance in using restoring original parts is the mark of a true craftsman. The finished product is a true work of art - the owner must be truly delighted - you should be very proud. When I was growing up the Moto Guzzi Le Mans and BMW R90S were the bikes of dreams.
@xtremluck6260 Жыл бұрын
Your videos never disappoint. I feel glued to the screen every time I watch one. Nobody on KZbin does a better job of Restoration and detail work. Welding air fins onto the cylinder head, and not painting them afterward to hide the mismatch, is amazing. Truly a spectacular looking LeMans MK1 at finish. The one thing I wished you didn't change would have been swapping the Green paint for the Black. I think the Green just gave it a little more POP. Cheers, till next time.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for chiming in. It would simple be incorrect to put green on a mk1. I would get lynched!
@colb9916 Жыл бұрын
Phenomenal job mate . The original aged look on many of those parts keeps the heart of the bike intact. Some would replace with new and spoil that. She has been refreshed & resurrected as the aged beauty she is. Owned a MK lll for a handfull + of years. Outstanding bike to ride and love.
@petebjerkelund5088 Жыл бұрын
Loved watching this restoration. What a great attention to everything. Very inspiring. Thanks.
@KenMcKinnon-c4r7 ай бұрын
Guzzies are unique and a LM1 is a special bike. Great restoration and its excellent that the bike gets to live on.
@64faffi Жыл бұрын
Having done a similar job to my 1982 Yamaha V-twin over the winter, I can really appreciate the labour involved, and the finish you achieved is fantastic, while retaining as much original parts as possible. Well done!
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your accurate comments
@scottcates10 ай бұрын
Stunning bike and right proper workmanship. Very nice video, to boot.
@MyRestoration110 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@peterprior1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. Amazing restoration of one of my dream bikes.
@davidreed6817 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic, Sir you are a genius. Congratulations on recreating a motorcycling icon.
@paulheron3150 Жыл бұрын
First watched the two VFRs you sorted and your work is super and love the GUZZI well done turned out Fantastic 👍👍
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Excellent Paul thanks!
@carsyoungtimerfreak1149 Жыл бұрын
Amazing, fabulous, a really great job!
@peterroda8156 Жыл бұрын
What a gorgeous bike. Great job. Really enjoyed your work. Thank you.
@clausentumsoton Жыл бұрын
Excellent work!! Really nice to see a recap from start to finish. Wish me luck with a California T3 I've bought recently.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
A restoration means to restore back. I understand that to mean back to the designer sign-off. When we restore it back we show our appreciation to the design for the investment we make in owning it. Good luck my friend.
@andymckee53 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful workmanship with a sympathetic eye to leaving patina here and there. Super job!
@TheHkluivert11 ай бұрын
This was so very satisfying to watch! The Le Mans 1 was featured in the first motorcycle magazine I ever bought, when I was 12 years old. Now, all these years later, I have my first Guzzi; a California 3 Full Fairing, waiting to be fixed in our garage.
@MyRestoration111 ай бұрын
Go for it. Trust me it’s worth it!
@paulcooper5610 Жыл бұрын
Wow, I'm not sure I'd of let that one leave, what a fantastic bike.and a truly wonderful restoration. I still love the Moto Guzzi 1000s as my favourite Guzzi but a LeMans MK1, is what everyone wants. Everyone should experience a moto Guzzi. at some point in their life!
@promerops Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful job! Well done!
@dynomike4142 Жыл бұрын
Great work. I really enjoy these videos. From Kennewick WA.
@thewoodster860710 ай бұрын
Your skill set is incredible. I also loved that you cleaned and allowed as many parts as possible to be reused. It looks so much better then something pristine.
@MyRestoration110 ай бұрын
Exactly! It came out better than I had hoped. Thank you
@garmit61 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job. Reminds me of when i restored my old LM mkII. Guzzis are beautiful and the engines go forever
@bryanfarrow9142 ай бұрын
I owned a Mk2 from new for about 8 years. Wish I'd never sold it.
@pandrop49010 ай бұрын
BEAUTIFUL !! I had a poster of one of these on my wall in the 70s , just soooo beautiful and you have done an amazing job, especially as you have kept as much of the original parts as possible which is just so important . One new subscriber !
@thurstonhowelliii9501 Жыл бұрын
The most beautiful bike ever built! Your array of restoration skills are extraordinary. Watching from California.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Thurston!
@carlosalbertopugliese1889 Жыл бұрын
Wow … Great restoration, brand new, congrats bro.
@alex-E7WHU Жыл бұрын
Thats a fantastic looking bike.👍
@gsoni79Ай бұрын
So satisfying to watch a test love the way you bought it back to us charm
@crnamrlja9 ай бұрын
Amazing stuff. Joy to watch you bring it back to its fullest!
@tacfoley4443 Жыл бұрын
This and the previous 750 are my favourite motorcycles of all time! What a wonderful job you've made of bringing this faded beauty back to life. I'm now a subscriber.
@merrowhouse2309 Жыл бұрын
Completely agree. The 750 perhaps looks better, I still have my copy of MCN which did a euro blast with a Guzzi S3 750, a BMW 900 and Kawasaki 900. They seemed like fantasy machines to me on my Puch M50. Terrible thing nostalgia.
@hansdegebruiker196810 ай бұрын
Just amazing how perfect you work, up to every minor detail. Respect.
@julianwalker196 Жыл бұрын
A wonderful restoration of a wonderful bike, very well done!
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏
@melodicsenior Жыл бұрын
A brilliant and honest restoration of a true classic! Nicely paced video and compulsive viewing, I loved every second and have just subscribed of course.
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏 I will keep doing it then!
@howardtowler6146 Жыл бұрын
Amazing work.. saving a piece of motor cycle history
@alivdee9946 Жыл бұрын
Had the honor off putting the first 4000 km on a new Le Mans II in '82, which belonged to a friend of me, while i had a girlfriend in germany and he only worked around the corner ;) The fun of that bike i first reencountered when i bought my '99 1150GS in 2000
@Jungleland33 Жыл бұрын
Superb labour of love. Magnificent result. Well done.
@MrSebfrench76 Жыл бұрын
We french, keep the art of cooking. You Brits, are unchallenged when it's all about motorcycles. Beautiful 👍👍
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Merci Seb. I’m moving to France so we can change that!
@cap10bc Жыл бұрын
Great work! 👌
@SorryIwasntListening10 ай бұрын
Even through the medium of a laptop, that FEELS like a beast to ride!! Excellent Job.... subscribed!
@MyRestoration110 ай бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@jandvorak2725 Жыл бұрын
amazing work !!! big congratulations !!!
@MrBenHaynes Жыл бұрын
Unbelievable dedication and attention to detail. Patina? I didn't see any. It was almost as if the restorer had a personal connection to the LeMans. Dare I say, it's a museum piece now? Definitely too good to be ridden. Magnifico, bravissimo! Thank You for documenting and sharing. Subbed.
@PB2543 Жыл бұрын
I had MK11 best bike I have ever owned, looks like all the problems I used to have, such a fabulous restoration and such a joy to watch, I look forward to owning one again and your next restoration
@petermosdell580 Жыл бұрын
Just found the channel. Great work. Right up my street. Restoring old bikes should be available on the NHS. Just subscribed 👍
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Indeed! Thanks for subscribing 👍
@MiteyMOofyearsAgo Жыл бұрын
Beautiful mate. Best thing Italy ever made besides me!
@dalehinshaw3764 Жыл бұрын
I have an old 93 California lll that l absolutely love & dream of having it completely restored someday. My wife has a 21 V7 Stone & we live in the mountains not far from Yosemite & love taking our Moto Guzzi's over the Sonora pass when it opens in the springtime. It's a beautiful rugged pass with lots of challenging corners & switch backs & tops out at 9600 ft elevation. You did a great job & fantastic presentation with the Le Mans. What a great Bike !!!
@manuelbarrios6621 Жыл бұрын
Perfect, this is a Masterpiece
@stefanandersson56049 ай бұрын
Great job, awsome restauration. 😊👍
@marksanderson1332 Жыл бұрын
Stunning.
@stevewalden3814 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for videoing all of your work!
@MyRestoration1 Жыл бұрын
Pleasure. I’m glad I can help the ‘university of KZbin’ in this way.