I didn't hear any swearing, something that usually accompanies my own tinkering with bikes, so it seems you know what you're doing. Nice work and thanks for sharing! :-)
That’s true, but they disassembling tire bike just to change your clutch is pretty much above the capabilities of most Shadetree mechanics. Even on a car you can leave the engine inside where you drop the tranny and change the clutch.
That depends on how the clutch is used. A clutch can be burned out by someone abusing it by feathering it too much or by drag racing it from every stoplight. Clutch changes on a Japanese bike or a Harley takes 1/2 hour, if that. An MG? See the video what it takes. A LOT of work!
@@bradjacobs1844 Yes A clutch will last me the life of the bike and maybe you can burn it up in an afternoon...Just like you can rid the bike into a train..
My favorite scooter was a '79 V50. It killed many a friend's Ricer between red lights. Bought the 50th annum V7 III and was very disappointed. I wish I had the old V50 again. I sold it and used to money to buy a friend's '74 Laverda SF2 that was interesting, but lacked the overall agility and poise of the V50. Same can be said for this latest iteration of the V7. All I needed to know was that it was a beginner's bike. (No test rides at my jerky dealership.) No info offered, either.
Hell of a bike! Fantastic job on the clutch! I'm honestly not sure what I find more fascinating...the work done on replacing the clutch or watching an engine suddenly be put back with a whole bike frame on it. Crazy that much as to come apart, you make it look so easy! Are you Europe?
Great video!... Wondering if you could help me with a question. I'm building a guzzi cafe racer at the moment and the clutch has an extremely heavy lever pull. Checked cable even replaced, then realised the stiffness was down at the arm going into engine... Is this normal on guzzi's or does it sound like anything you've come across while working on the clutch assembly?
Well, the old guzzi engines are typically built like a car engine. So basically engine - dry clutch - gearbox. Means it‘s a pretty solid and problem free system but the clutch lever is hard work to pull. Nothing compared to a usual wet clutch. So if everything is free and „frictionfree“ i would say it‘s a typical Guzzi clutch :)
@@christophsimma4267 @Christoph Simma ah amazing Chris, thanks for the response. That makes a lot of sense, never worked on a system like this and was sure something was wrong. At least the thought being more problem free is a nice bonus. Thanks for the insight
Bummer but you are likely to encounter such issues with any bike that is aged. For the most part, majority of the Moto Guzzi models are very shade-tree mechanic friendly, imho. I enjoy wrenching on my bikes and learning about them while I fix them up. It makes my rides that much more enjoyable. That said, I have to agree with what my master mechanic friend always tells me "I rather be riding than wrenching". Enjoy your time and hard work. 5, 10, 20 years down the road, you will remember this and it will likely to put a smile on your face!
Exactly 2 of the reasons i am partial to Moto Guzzi. While it's true a lot has to come apart and oil changes that include a filter change are a bit of a pain but if you look at it as a chance to clean any sludge out of the sump it's a big plus. I feel the same about the gear box with the ability to separate it from the engine. One of the few bike engines that the average person could tackle a rebuild of. Rather simple with the case the cam chain rides in being the most challenging. All in all one of the simpler bikes IMO and less intimidating to me than an inline 4 for instance. The internals of which would probably have me wishing for a Moto Guzzi soon after i started spinning the ratchet.
Wow! I wish I can do what you do. My worst fears have been confirmed. The clutch assembly is at the back. Got to remove quite a big chunk to get there. Not something I can do nor something a mechanic is willing to do for a what I'm willing to pay.
Amazing , it's clear you are very skilled. I own a V35 ( 1978) . I opened the engine as you've done because i faced an issue with the clutch; When i engaged the clutch ( no matter with gear or neutral) the engine stopped. So i tryed to move the engine by hand ( from the generator), effectively the engine stucked as i pulled the clutch command . All the parts i removed seems to be in decent state but i dubt about the actuator ( the long thin shaft). Would you please give me an hint? thanks
A bit disturbed I have to completely disassemble a V7 stone with less than 5K to replace a clutch the previous owner (who obviously never should have had a bike), seems absurd but I guess I'm about to find out . I should have bought new, I know how to take care of a dry clutch.
Good advice on buying a new one. That’s just too much work to replace the clutch. On my Harley. It’s about a 10 minute job and totally accessible. Good luck with your clutch change!
@@christophsimma4267 although an old comment the place is still going. Thank you for sharing, I'm always on the lookout for more sources for spares for my v50.
Amazing work and the sound is overwhelming, well done 👍🏼.
Some proper Bruce Lee moves in there! Great hand work.
Dude works fast.
I didn't hear any swearing, something that usually accompanies my own tinkering with bikes, so it seems you know what you're doing. Nice work and thanks for sharing! :-)
Why I changed my mind about buying a new Goose.. I installed a new clutch pack in A Kawasaki last summer. Took about an hour. Including beer drinking.
It's a trade off you never have to adjust a chain or change a sprocket, and a valve the adjustment is easy.
That’s true, but they disassembling tire bike just to change your clutch is pretty much above the capabilities of most Shadetree mechanics. Even on a car you can leave the engine inside where you drop the tranny and change the clutch.
But how often do you need to replace a clutch?
That depends on how the clutch is used. A clutch can be burned out by someone abusing it by feathering it too much or by drag racing it from every stoplight. Clutch changes on a Japanese bike or a Harley takes 1/2 hour, if that. An MG? See the video what it takes. A LOT of work!
@@bradjacobs1844 Yes A clutch will last me the life of the bike and maybe you can burn it up in an afternoon...Just like you can rid the bike into a train..
My favorite scooter was a '79 V50. It killed many a friend's Ricer between red lights. Bought the 50th annum V7 III and was very disappointed. I wish I had the old V50 again. I sold it and used to money to buy a friend's '74 Laverda SF2 that was interesting, but lacked the overall agility and poise of the V50. Same can be said for this latest iteration of the V7. All I needed to know was that it was a beginner's bike. (No test rides at my jerky dealership.) No info offered, either.
Hell of a bike! Fantastic job on the clutch! I'm honestly not sure what I find more fascinating...the work done on replacing the clutch or watching an engine suddenly be put back with a whole bike frame on it. Crazy that much as to come apart, you make it look so easy! Are you Europe?
Thank you! Yes i am from Austria :)
Great video!... Wondering if you could help me with a question. I'm building a guzzi cafe racer at the moment and the clutch has an extremely heavy lever pull. Checked cable even replaced, then realised the stiffness was down at the arm going into engine... Is this normal on guzzi's or does it sound like anything you've come across while working on the clutch assembly?
Well, the old guzzi engines are typically built like a car engine. So basically engine - dry clutch - gearbox. Means it‘s a pretty solid and problem free system but the clutch lever is hard work to pull. Nothing compared to a usual wet clutch. So if everything is free and „frictionfree“ i would say it‘s a typical Guzzi clutch :)
@@christophsimma4267 @Christoph Simma ah amazing Chris, thanks for the response. That makes a lot of sense, never worked on a system like this and was sure something was wrong. At least the thought being more problem free is a nice bonus. Thanks for the insight
Bummer but you are likely to encounter such issues with any bike that is aged. For the most part, majority of the Moto Guzzi models are very shade-tree mechanic friendly, imho. I enjoy wrenching on my bikes and learning about them while I fix them up. It makes my rides that much more enjoyable. That said, I have to agree with what my master mechanic friend always tells me "I rather be riding than wrenching". Enjoy your time and hard work. 5, 10, 20 years down the road, you will remember this and it will likely to put a smile on your face!
Exactly 2 of the reasons i am partial to Moto Guzzi. While it's true a lot has to come apart and oil changes that include a filter change are a bit of a pain but if you look at it as a chance to clean any sludge out of the sump it's a big plus. I feel the same about the gear box with the ability to separate it from the engine. One of the few bike engines that the average person could tackle a rebuild of. Rather simple with the case the cam chain rides in being the most challenging. All in all one of the simpler bikes IMO and less intimidating to me than an inline 4 for instance. The internals of which would probably have me wishing for a Moto Guzzi soon after i started spinning the ratchet.
Wow! I wish I can do what you do. My worst fears have been confirmed. The clutch assembly is at the back. Got to remove quite a big chunk to get there. Not something I can do nor something a mechanic is willing to do for a what I'm willing to pay.
Amazing , it's clear you are very skilled. I own a V35 ( 1978) . I opened the engine as you've done because i faced an issue with the clutch; When i engaged the clutch ( no matter with gear or neutral) the engine stopped. So i tryed to move the engine by hand ( from the generator), effectively the engine stucked as i pulled the clutch command . All the parts i removed seems to be in decent state
but i dubt about the actuator ( the long thin shaft). Would you please give me an hint? thanks
increible, excelente, muchas gracias
Great job!!
Why do you have to align the fly wheel before unmounting it?
A bit disturbed I have to completely disassemble a V7 stone with less than 5K to replace a clutch the previous owner (who obviously never should have had a bike), seems absurd but I guess I'm about to find out . I should have bought new, I know how to take care of a dry clutch.
Good advice on buying a new one. That’s just too much work to replace the clutch. On my Harley. It’s about a 10 minute job and totally accessible. Good luck with your clutch change!
how much it will cost in tthe dealership workshop?
Can you please tell me which exaust are they? Thanx
Hey Chris were did you get the parts to Repair it yourself?
I thankfully have got a Moto Guzzi shop in my nearer area. But you also get it online www.stein-dinse.biz/
@@christophsimma4267 although an old comment the place is still going. Thank you for sharing, I'm always on the lookout for more sources for spares for my v50.
I found some of this model in my country, ex polizia, low cost and I want to buy one
Go for it 💁🏽♀️
@@christophsimma4267 If only I have the license for motorbikes
Dear sir ,which country, and how much?. Id love to own another one
@@davegutierrez3670 I'm in italy, you can find v35 and v50 from 1000 to 3000 euros
How long will that clutch last ?
that's a pretty stupid question, honestly.