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.
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.
@@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
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.
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.
"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!👍
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...
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.
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…
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.
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!
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.
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!
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
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 !
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!
Your videos never disappoint. I feel glued to the screen every time I watch one. Nobody on RUclips 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.
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.
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.
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.
I did a similar job in the summer of 78. It was turning a 350 Ducati Sebring into a Bruno Spaggiarri rep, Following an engine rebuild that left some crank end float. One night John Peel played the entire new Spirit Album, Future Games, The balmy late edinburgh evenings have a good place in my memory.
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.
You are quite the top guy for restoration , love these , I had a monza and v50 2 but couldn’t afford the lemon but after watching this I want one , I feel pulling som pension money is the only way , + bit of super tramp music for to sooth the resto is a must 👍🙏💯😉
Just as I thought "I can change my own brake pads, I am a semi-god"... Incredible work, one cannot put a price on it. Just the wiring harness would have me in tears, let alone the gearbox or the damaged cylinder head. I recently acquired a (new) Guzzi and I can say that now I get it. Before I test rode one I just saw an archaic oddball machine that vibrated like a paint shaker.
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.
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.
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.
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 !!!
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.
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!
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
Wonderful bike, I love Guzzi bikes and the result is perfect. I have done 3 restorations (as amateur without so perfect tools as you) a SIMSON S51, my HONDA C50, and a PUCH moped. I loved this work but I am not engine mechanic. I would like to do this job. If I was in your city I would say to you to work by your side only for the learning, experience, and the joy for the result. I ❤❤❤🏍️🇬🇷👍👍👍
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
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.
I used to ride to work etc in London on one of these rebuilt by RACECO in the mid 90's, absolutely the best bike I have owned! Miss it. Beautiful job Sir!
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.
I lusted after one of these in 1977 when they first appeared on the dealer showroom floor. Alas, its ridiculous price point immediately nullfied any chance of that desire being fulfilled. I bought a Ducati SS instead for half the price of that 850 Le Mans. A collegue still living at home with mum 'n dad in a no rent, utilities or other provisioning outgogings situation did though. We used to ride together. Nothing of significance in performance difference on the road, although the Guzzi motor was undeniably the more robust due the rubbish metallurgy Ducati foundry deployed at that time. I still thing the Guzzi 850 Le Mans Mk 1 and earlier 750 S3 two of the most aesthetically beautiful bikes ever prooduced.
Sei di una bravura incredibile. Da ragazzo ho avuto una 850 Le Mans che avevo fatto preparare a Como da Stucchi. Moto eccezionale: tenuta di strada in curva incredibile. È stata una grande emozione rivederla. Purtroppo la mia guzzii era così bella che me l'hanno rubata a Roma. Grazie per l'emozione che mi hai dato
Grazie Carlo, è stato un restauro difficile perché non ne avevo mai fatto uno prima. Mi fa molto piacere quando un proprietario italiano di una Guzzi di fama si congratula con me, allora ho fatto bene! grazie Signore.
Great bike, great resto and really nice editing as well. You did well to find that switch gear, I ended up 3D printing the replacement parts for mine, I don't think any other bikes used the same. I have a red Mk1 and it's thing of beauty to own and even better to ride.
I own 6 Guzzis here in the states.3LM!'s,2 big valve 1000S'S and an 1000SP.Along with 9 other classics.Great job on the LeMans ! I watched the whole video a couple times.Great work man !!
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.
I am like you..I try to repair as much possible..from repairing our kitchen grinder to motorcycle parts.
Thanks.
Dont need yo respect
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.
@@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
I think the red Mk1 is one of the most beautiful bikes ever. What a lovely thing to restore.
100% agree !
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.
How very kind!
I remember it well. I may have to go look in the loft for the mag. Fairly sure it is there
The 1977 Le Mans was on the cover of the U.S. magazine Cycle. The caption was “A Flash Bike for the Thinking Man”.
ah yes I remeber the cover of that edition!
I also remember the girl draped all over it as a 16 year old got the bike two years later sadly not the girl !!😆
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.
So did I. A bike with many flaws and a lot of character
That was a labour of love. Thank you for bringing another Le Mans back to life.
"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!👍
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...
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.
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…
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.
I owned a 1978 mk1 le mans in the early 80s , lovely bike one of the ones that I wished I still had!
The wish never leaves. Like the memory of a great lover.
Always a joy to watch someone who knows what he is doing. Respect. Excellent work👌
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!
I really miss the sound of my guzzi! Good to hear one again
Loved what you did with those cooling fins 😮 great job 👏
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. 👍
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.
That’s it Phil. You nailed it. It was supposed to look like a well kept reconditioned mk1! Job done!
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!
The bike is looking amazing!! 👌🏼 - You can see the delight on the owner's face a the end
Thank you for demonstrating your care and craftsmanship. God bless you.
What a brilliant series, forgotten lots, so thanks for recap. Well done.
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 .
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
Wonderful job, I'd be absolutely delighted to have that in my garage
Where are you located? A friend of mine want's to sell his LeMans II. He lives near Lemgo, Germany. 1st owner.
@@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
Loved watching this restoration. What a great attention to everything. Very inspiring. Thanks.
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 !
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!
Thank you for your accurate comments
Your videos never disappoint. I feel glued to the screen every time I watch one. Nobody on RUclips 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.
Thanks for chiming in. It would simple be incorrect to put green on a mk1. I would get lynched!
Absolutely bloody brilliant. Another fabulous Guzzi brought back to life. Loved every minute. Thank you.
Well done. That looks a very honest restoration with nearly all original parts used. Looks and sounds fantastic 👍
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.
Go for it. Trust me it’s worth it!
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.
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.
Very nice work. Classical music is the best companion to restoration! But never, and I repeat never drive a bike without protective clothing!
I did a similar job in the summer of 78. It was turning a 350 Ducati Sebring into a Bruno Spaggiarri rep, Following an engine rebuild that left some crank end float. One night John Peel played the entire new Spirit Album, Future Games, The balmy late edinburgh evenings have a good place in my memory.
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.
My greatest respect for this unbelievable restoration!
Stunning bike and right proper workmanship. Very nice video, to boot.
Glad you enjoyed it
You are quite the top guy for restoration , love these , I had a monza and v50 2 but couldn’t afford the lemon but after watching this I want one , I feel pulling som pension money is the only way , + bit of super tramp music for to sooth the resto is a must 👍🙏💯😉
Haha you spotted the music. Good man! Yes a very interesting bike. It really grew on me as it went on. Thank you 🙏
Just as I thought "I can change my own brake pads, I am a semi-god"...
Incredible work, one cannot put a price on it. Just the wiring harness would have me in tears, let alone the gearbox or the damaged cylinder head.
I recently acquired a (new) Guzzi and I can say that now I get it. Before I test rode one I just saw an archaic oddball machine that vibrated like a paint shaker.
Fantastic job. Reminds me of when i restored my old LM mkII. Guzzis are beautiful and the engines go forever
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.
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.
Exactly! It came out better than I had hoped. Thank you
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.
Absolutely fantastic, Sir you are a genius. Congratulations on recreating a motorcycling icon.
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 !!!
Amazing, fabulous, a really great job!
Thank you for this video. Amazing restoration of one of my dream bikes.
Excellent work!! Really nice to see a recap from start to finish. Wish me luck with a California T3 I've bought recently.
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.
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!
Wonderful workmanship with a sympathetic eye to leaving patina here and there. Super job!
So beatifull bike !!! Love it congrats to you and the owner
I bought a tatty & unloved Guzzi LeMans 3 and did a rolling restoration on it. It gradually transformed into a motorcycle of much beauty
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
Even through the medium of a laptop, that FEELS like a beast to ride!! Excellent Job.... subscribed!
Welcome aboard!
Wonderful bike, I love Guzzi bikes and the result is perfect. I have done 3 restorations (as amateur without so perfect tools as you) a SIMSON S51, my HONDA C50, and a PUCH moped. I loved this work but I am not engine mechanic. I would like to do this job. If I was in your city I would say to you to work by your side only for the learning, experience, and the joy for the result. I ❤❤❤🏍️🇬🇷👍👍👍
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
First watched the two VFRs you sorted and your work is super and love the GUZZI well done turned out Fantastic 👍👍
Excellent Paul thanks!
Amazing work.. saving a piece of motor cycle history
Well done looks fantastic
Great work. I really enjoy these videos. From Kennewick WA.
Just found the channel. Great work. Right up my street. Restoring old bikes should be available on the NHS. Just subscribed 👍
Indeed! Thanks for subscribing 👍
Congratulation,you are an artist
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.
Thank you 🙏 I will keep doing it then!
Amazing skill set, I’m envious
Awesome restoration ..and right down to the bones.
I put 68k on my 2nd Mille GT 1000cc.. wish I hadn't sold it.
This is a brilliant restoration 👏👏👏
Thanks Steve! I fell in love as it drove off now I want one..
@@MyRestoration1 Always loved them in my youth many years ago, there is something special about them
I used to ride to work etc in London on one of these rebuilt by RACECO in the mid 90's, absolutely the best bike I have owned! Miss it. Beautiful job Sir!
Awesome video, thank you for the vids they are so educational, im busy doing a rebuild of my late fathers mk4. and the video's are super helpful.
Fabulous, great job with just a bit of original patina.
素晴らしい👍
感動しました！！😂
I have no idea of how this was recommended, but I rode that same type of bike in the late 70's and it was a handful. The torque was crazy.
Beautiful work
amazing work !!! big congratulations !!!
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.
Thank you for videoing all of your work!
Pleasure. I’m glad I can help the ‘university of RUclips’ in this way.
Beautiful
Very Well done Sir, thank you for this Video.
Perfect, this is a Masterpiece
Amazing work, congratulations!
@@MrLeonardoibarra Thankyou
Wow! Superb work ! And a superb bike ! throughly enjoyed every min of video.
A wonderful restoration of a wonderful bike, very well done!
Thank you 🙏
Greetings from down under. WOW. Thankyou.
Magnificent work!
Many thanks!
Great job "congratulazioni!!!" Bye from Italy!!!!!!
Graci Riccado!
Wow!
Great job and a new subscriber 😊
Stunning mate, absolutely stunning.
I lusted after one of these in 1977 when they first appeared on the dealer showroom floor. Alas, its ridiculous price point immediately nullfied any chance of that desire being fulfilled. I bought a Ducati SS instead for half the price of that 850 Le Mans. A collegue still living at home with mum 'n dad in a no rent, utilities or other provisioning outgogings situation did though. We used to ride together. Nothing of significance in performance difference on the road, although the Guzzi motor was undeniably the more robust due the rubbish metallurgy Ducati foundry deployed at that time. I still thing the Guzzi 850 Le Mans Mk 1 and earlier 750 S3 two of the most aesthetically beautiful bikes ever prooduced.
Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing your dream and hard work.
Wow … Great restoration, brand new, congrats bro.
you are one clever guy great job
Sei di una bravura incredibile. Da ragazzo ho avuto una 850 Le Mans che avevo fatto preparare a Como da Stucchi. Moto eccezionale: tenuta di strada in curva incredibile. È stata una grande emozione rivederla. Purtroppo la mia guzzii era così bella che me l'hanno rubata a Roma. Grazie per l'emozione che mi hai dato
Grazie Carlo, è stato un restauro difficile perché non ne avevo mai fatto uno prima. Mi fa molto piacere quando un proprietario italiano di una Guzzi di fama si congratula con me, allora ho fatto bene! grazie Signore.
Great bike, great resto and really nice editing as well. You did well to find that switch gear, I ended up 3D printing the replacement parts for mine, I don't think any other bikes used the same. I have a red Mk1 and it's thing of beauty to own and even better to ride.
The sound reminds me the old days, I have driven one of these, fotza italia
Beautiful work. Subscribed!
I own 6 Guzzis here in the states.3LM!'s,2 big valve 1000S'S and an 1000SP.Along with 9 other classics.Great job on the LeMans ! I watched the whole video a couple times.Great work man !!
Thank you. It was my first attempt at a Guzzi so big compliment!
Fantastic, returned a rideable classic.
Exactly thanks!
Awesome job. Well done 👏👏
Thank you! Cheers!
My first time here. All I can say is I'm a new subscriber.
Great 👍
Truly a labour of Love. Nice pacing and production. You sir are a renaissance man. (and I'm not really into Guzzis, but I watched the whole thing!)
Gosh what a nice comment. I think I’m ‘woody’ and my videos are a bit dull so this is nice indeed! Bless you
@@MyRestoration1 always remember: we are our own worst critic!
verry nice bike
Love this channel!!!