1977 Moto Guzzi Lemans

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1977 Moto Guzzi Lemans I, econd Series.

The Le Mans 850 caf? racer, r Le Mans Mark I (never officially labelled Mark I), as first shown at the Milan motorcycle show in November 1975,[2] and sales began in in 1976. Like the 750S and the 750 S3, he Le Mans 850 was developed from the 53hp[3] V7 Sport model of 1971,[4] but power was increased to 71hp. The power output measured at the back wheel was 71bhp, iving a top speed of 130mph.Compared to its roadster sibling, he T3, he Le Mans had higher-compression domed pistons, arger engine valves, nd Dell'Orto 36mm pumper carbs with filterless velocity stacks.

The Mark I had two production runs with slight modifications. The first run, eries 1, ad a round CEV taillight and continued until at least September, 976,[5] but fewer than 2,000 of these were made. The Series 2 run totalled some 4,000 bikes and had these modifications: a De Tomaso-designed rectangular taillight, modified rear mudguard, lack fork sliders and a more generous dual seat. The seat was a one-piece item of injection-molded foam. Most Le Mans 850 bikes were red and black, ut a few were metallic blue, nd even fewer were white. Le Mans bikes gained a reputation for poor frame paint and rusting exhausts.[citation needed]

Le Mans bikes exported to the United States had yellow side reflectors on CEV indicators, nd a sealed-beam headlight as the OEM Aprilia headlight did not meet Department of Transport approval. These US sealed-beam units protruded in an ungainly way, poiling the profile of the bike.

Manufacturer Moto Guzzi Production 1976–1992 (2002–2004 new frame V11) Predecessor 750 S3 Engine 844cc (51.5cuin) OHV 2-valve per cyl. air cooled, our-stroke, -twin, ongitudinally mounted Transmission 5 speed, haft drive Suspension Front: telescopic forks
Rear: twin shocks adjustable for preload Brakes Front: 2x 300mm discs
Rear: Single 242mm disc Tires Front: 4.10-18
Rear:4.25-18 Fuel capacity 22.5l (4.9impgal; 5.9USgal)Above information Referenced from Wikipedia
Much recent work including:
*New paint on all body work
*Tank sealed
*New petcocks
*Replacement seat pan/rear fender. I have the original but the fender portion is missing
*All new cables including Clutch, hrottles, achometer and Speedometer
*All new braided stainless steel brake lines
*All Rebuilt Brake calipers with new seals and pads
*New in line brake switches
*New tail light assembly
*New swing arm universal joint and boot
*New drain and fill plugs for rear drive
*Rebuilt Carburetors
*New points and condensers, ully tuned
* Rebuilt Front forks including replacement dampers and seals
*Rear shock replaced with a rebuilt vintage set I had on hand
*New turn signals and mounts
*Right side cover remade in fiberglass from shattered original
*New Horn
*New Steering Damper
*Kick Stand extended 2" Now much more stable, specially with a full tank.
Needs:
*Frame and wheels painted
*Right handle bar switches are no good. No kill button, tarter button is on the frame by the left side carburetor. High and low beams reversed. Horn on an aftermarket button.
*Tires are several years old with good tread, ut minor sidewall checking
*Tends to get a bit oily after a hard run
*Not matching numbers. I don't know the history of the machine, r why the numbers don't match.
This Le Mans runs fine. It starts well and has great power. These motors really love to rev, the power really starts to come on at 5000 RPM right up to 7500. Lots of engine breaking, o give a little throttle while shifting. Brakes are strong, ith the unique Moto Guzzi linked system. Brake pedal controls rear and front right caliper. Brake hand lever controls front right caliper. I have put around 1000 miles on this machine and it is reliable. I will continue to ride it and build up miles until it is sold.
This motorcycle will be sold with a Bill of Sale and its current Maine registration signed over to the purchaser. Maine does not title older vehicles, o none will be provided. Please check with your local authorities about ownership transfer, ut it should be no problem.
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