Beautiful bike! Seeing the Mk III LeMans was what originally attracted me to Guzzis as a teenager; I’ve owned a couple of Guzzis, but still have a soft spot for this one.
Nice sound recording. I’ve owned two LM III’s. Currently have LM V. The 950 big valve engine is significantly more powerful, especially between 2500 and 4500 rpm’s. This is where the 850 motor wasn’t so good. Also, the later bikes shifted much better from 1st to 2nd. But the biggest annoyance of the III was it’s too far forward foot rests and the spindly ft end. Both addressed on the 1000’s. On my last III I installed a Marzocci Strada 38 mm ft end. It was magic. It transformed the bike. Good luck finding one these days. Anyway, shortcomings notwithstanding, I dearly loved my LM III’s. FWIW, I still ride my 1990 LM 1000. It still makes me happy every time I ride it. It’s like a living, breathing bearing. Like having a friend along for the ride. Thanks for posting and enjoy the ride.
I'm happy that you enjoyed my video. The engine sound of Guzzi is good, but it may be due to Sony's external microphone. I use it by embedding it in a sponge.
@@kobhalt94 Unfortunately, the car inspection of my Guzzi expired last month. I may upload videos that I have already taken, but taking new videos will be difficult for some time to come. If I have the opportunity, I will try how to make a new video.
Beautiful sound and for my money the best dash I have come across - large white tach front and centre. Some low life stole my Mk3 in London and I replaced it with a Mk2 but the Mk3 always felt like it was on tracks and very centred. Love them both. Lots of work for civil engineers in Japan trying to hold those slopes up.
Love that big tacho. Dont care how fast im going, whats my motor doing. Id still be hunting that lowlife. My MKIII was rock solid on road. never felt sketchy.
I had one from 1983 to 1992 for more than 100.000 km. i loved it very much. What I see in the video is that I like more the original handlebars and that the engine does not feel comofortable below 3.000 RPM when it has to pull. You must always make sure to switch to the right gear before a turn and let it glide around with its huge flywheel-mass. If you know counter-steering and give it enough RPM the LM III is a wunderful touring bike. Bring it to 150 km/h on a country road and fly along all day.
Gotta love the Lemons. I had a mk 2 , now have a mk4. By pretty common consent the mk3 was the most loved. I’m still hoping Piaggio grp still has enough Tonti frames knocking around to put a modern 850 big block in them, and resurrects the Le Mans with modern fuelling and electronics, so long as it doesn’t have rider modes and traction control. Great vid of a bike I feel I need to own one day. I really love the white version but red is the proper colour.
Thank you for watching my video. I am happy to be able to ride a great Italian bike on the eastern edge of Asia. I also like the white version, but it's rare. I think the new model is difficult to develop due to many regulations, but I would like to expect an attractive model.
@@bearsgarage5190 That's because I used to take two grabs of the throttle when I had my LeMans 3! It was a great bike and actually very small for an 850 (if not a little long).
@@bearsgarage5190 It handled great but the engine didn't have great top end, It didn't have the lower cowling, I put Bub exhaust on it, it sounded great but I think the Monza was actually faster!
@@bearsgarage5190 I had the V50 Monza back in the 80's when the Kawasaki Ninja was popular, they always wanted to race, I said I pick the road and we will see, on a curvy road they could never keep up, it handled extremely well, it was only 350 lbs. The rear end started to make a lot of noise, and thats why I traded it.
Had a Mk2 & Mk3 LeMans' (10 years combined). They love to rev coz they don't make any real power till you get above 5000 r.p.m. Tuned correctly and with favourable conditions, they will 'not quite' redline in top gear. Great bikes and once 'sorted', ultra reliable.
Thank you for watching my video. I also love the high speed performance of Guzzi. I am impressed with the engine feel at high revs and the running performance at high speeds. But in Japan's traffic environment, it's difficult to publish videos of motorcycles running at higher speeds, except on highways.
absolutely beautiful scenery. i love riding along the coast. i hope i can ride a guzzi one day. my mum used to ride a v50 monza, but the 850 le mans is more my size
@@bearsgarage5190 i'm 24 so it would be perfect for me! right now i ride an xsr700 with hurricane swallow bars. i'm a bit limited by my australian provisional license. i think sr400 would have also been a good choice, but it isn't great for australian motorways
@@eggplant9277 Oh! I own the SR500. It's not very fun to drive on the highway with that bike. You can ride many types of bikes in the future. I am 65 years old.
I've always had a weak spot for the LM3 ever since it was launched. I actually like it more then the LM1. Those high handlebars are not my thing, although I can imagine they are much more practical.
Saw a brand new one pull up out front the pub in 82 , that look and sound stayed with me. 89 a mate had his up 4 sale. was a no brainer. The Only bike ive ever realy struggled with letting go.
I have lusted after a MK3 for years. I have an"84 Mike Hailwood Replica which I bought new but now find the clip ons a bit of a stretch. Could you tell me the brand of your clip ons please as they look more comfortable. Cheers.
The handlebars on my Guzzi are made by Verlicchi. I bought it from Stein-Dinse's online shop. The handlebars are wider, but the riding position is more comfortable. I don't know if it can be used for Ducati as well. I hope you can find a good handlebar.
Bloke who bought my self-modified Mk2 LeMans, (back in the mid/late 80's), also owned an original blue/silver 900SS as well as an original 900MHR Ducati. He told me that once he learned how to ride the Guzzi properly, it was a better and faster bike on the Tassie roads than the 900SS.
@@bearsgarage5190 Then you’re definitely not on the Great Ocean Road? Where ever you are, you’ve selected a lovely road. I used to own a MkIII. Actually shed a tear when I sold it. Found I couldn’t live without a Guzzi so bought MkV that now had for 24years. Won’t make that mistake ever again.
Beautiful bike! Seeing the Mk III LeMans was what originally attracted me to Guzzis as a teenager; I’ve owned a couple of Guzzis, but still have a soft spot for this one.
Thank you for watching my video.
Nice sound recording. I’ve owned two LM III’s. Currently have LM V. The 950 big valve engine is significantly more powerful, especially between 2500 and 4500 rpm’s. This is where the 850 motor wasn’t so good. Also, the later bikes shifted much better from 1st to 2nd. But the biggest annoyance of the III was it’s too far forward foot rests and the spindly ft end. Both addressed on the 1000’s. On my last III I installed a Marzocci Strada 38 mm ft end. It was magic. It transformed the bike. Good luck finding one these days. Anyway, shortcomings notwithstanding, I dearly loved my LM III’s. FWIW, I still ride my 1990 LM 1000. It still makes me happy every time I ride it. It’s like a living, breathing bearing. Like having a friend along for the ride. Thanks for posting and enjoy the ride.
I'm very happy that you enjoyed my videos.
Guzzis are just solid riding machines, made to do vast mileages, can't get enough of mine.
I agree with your impressions. I find it difficult to feel the true goodness of Guzzi in the Japanese traffic environment.
Yup now I want to take my 1100 sport out this fine afternoon
They also handle and grip exceptionally well. My current Ducati is no match for the LeMans I had.
Great speech, bro. Damn yeah, great speech.
Absolutely awesome I could listen to that sound all day long
I'm happy that you enjoyed my video. The engine sound of Guzzi is good, but it may be due to Sony's external microphone. I use it by embedding it in a sponge.
Under rated video, thanks for the sound quality!
Thank you! I will continue to make good videos.
@@bearsgarage5190 maybe next time a quick walk around with engine turning? So we can hear the beast while admiring it ;)
@@kobhalt94 Unfortunately, the car inspection of my Guzzi expired last month.
I may upload videos that I have already taken, but taking new videos will be difficult for some time to come.
If I have the opportunity, I will try how to make a new video.
Beautiful sound and for my money the best dash I have come across - large white tach front and centre. Some low life stole my Mk3 in London and I replaced it with a Mk2 but the Mk3 always felt like it was on tracks and very centred. Love them both. Lots of work for civil engineers in Japan trying to hold those slopes up.
Thank you for watching my video.
Love that big tacho. Dont care how fast im going, whats my motor doing.
Id still be hunting that lowlife.
My MKIII was rock solid on road. never felt sketchy.
I'm in love with the older guzzis.....thanks
Thank you for watching my video.
I had one from 1983 to 1992 for more than 100.000 km. i loved it very much. What I see in the video is that I like more the original handlebars and that the engine does not feel comofortable below 3.000 RPM when it has to pull. You must always make sure to switch to the right gear before a turn and let it glide around with its huge flywheel-mass. If you know counter-steering and give it enough RPM the LM III is a wunderful touring bike. Bring it to 150 km/h on a country road and fly along all day.
Thank you for watching my video. Le Mans has very good high speed performance. Unfortunately, it is difficult to fully enjoy its performance in Japan.
Gotta love the Lemons. I had a mk 2 , now have a mk4. By pretty common consent the mk3 was the most loved. I’m still hoping Piaggio grp still has enough Tonti frames knocking around to put a modern 850 big block in them, and resurrects the Le Mans with modern fuelling and electronics, so long as it doesn’t have rider modes and traction control. Great vid of a bike I feel I need to own one day. I really love the white version but red is the proper colour.
Thank you for watching my video. I am happy to be able to ride a great Italian bike on the eastern edge of Asia. I also like the white version, but it's rare. I think the new model is difficult to develop due to many regulations, but I would like to expect an attractive model.
@@bearsgarage5190 looks like they're going par if the way. I believe that the new v7 is getting an 850cc displacement based on the Roamer block.
@@garmit61 That's nice. I also hope that the modern 850 Le Mans will be released.
@@bearsgarage5190 modern 850 have a single throttle body. But we can install ITB's and some modification...
I miss my LM 3. I also love how you get two grabs at the throttle, cos that's the only way to open up those Dellortos all the way.
You have noticed the details of my riding. I'm happy with that.
@@bearsgarage5190 That's because I used to take two grabs of the throttle when I had my LeMans 3! It was a great bike and actually very small for an 850 (if not a little long).
I had a V50 Monza and traded it for a CX100 but this was the bike I always wanted! By far the most beautiful Guzzi ever!
Thank you for watching my video. If I have the chance, I would like to ride the CX100 once.
@@bearsgarage5190 It handled great but the engine didn't have great top end, It didn't have the lower cowling, I put Bub exhaust on it, it sounded great but I think the Monza was actually faster!
@@tony6261 I think V50 is light and fun to ride. I've never ridden one before.
@@bearsgarage5190 I had the V50 Monza back in the 80's when the Kawasaki Ninja was popular, they always wanted to race, I said I pick the road and we will see, on a curvy road they could never keep up, it handled extremely well, it was only 350 lbs. The rear end started to make a lot of noise, and thats why I traded it.
Fabulous 👌, utterly unique motorcycle
Thank you for watching my video.
Had a Mk2 & Mk3 LeMans' (10 years combined). They love to rev coz they don't make any real power till you get above 5000 r.p.m. Tuned correctly and with favourable conditions, they will 'not quite' redline in top gear. Great bikes and once 'sorted', ultra reliable.
Thank you for watching my video. I also love the high speed performance of Guzzi. I am impressed with the engine feel at high revs and the running performance at high speeds. But in Japan's traffic environment, it's difficult to publish videos of motorcycles running at higher speeds, except on highways.
Yes. A good one, both 850 and '1000' will do a genuine 140MPH.
レンシュポルトのLe Man３！ 最高です〜!!!!!!
私もLe Mans２でした。レンシュポルトでした。
そしてこのあたりの回転域。最高に気持ちいいですね～!
日々 「あぁ、もう一度・・何としても乗りたい。」と夢想しています。
★やっぱり、この頃の850なんですよね❤
パワーと減速比と気持ち良い速度域とのバランスが。
1000以降に乗ったら、「なんだか歩幅が大きすぎる・・ 急き立てられる。。」と後悔しました。
あぁもう一度・・・(*´∀｀)
実は、寄る年波には勝てず、最近手放してしまいました。取り回しが重くて、乗るのがおっくうになってしまって… こうやって動画で見ている分にはいいんですけどねぇ。このルマンは今秋田市のショップで在庫になっています (^^ ; レンシュポルトもオーリンズのリヤショックも今はなかなか手に入らないようですね。
Thanks for the ride, great video
Thanks for watching my video.
Lawd have mercy. Stunning V twin symphony
Thanks for watching my video.
absolutely beautiful scenery. i love riding along the coast. i hope i can ride a guzzi one day. my mum used to ride a v50 monza, but the 850 le mans is more my size
Thank you for watching my video. I like V50, though I've never rode it. V50 may be better on Japanese roads.
@@bearsgarage5190 i think the current v7 racer would be my bike of choice on japanese roads!
@@eggplant9277 V7 Racer is cool. If I'm a little younger, that might be a good choice.
@@bearsgarage5190 i'm 24 so it would be perfect for me! right now i ride an xsr700 with hurricane swallow bars. i'm a bit limited by my australian provisional license. i think sr400 would have also been a good choice, but it isn't great for australian motorways
@@eggplant9277 Oh! I own the SR500. It's not very fun to drive on the highway with that bike. You can ride many types of bikes in the future. I am 65 years old.
The Mark 3 is my all-time favourite LeMans.
Thank you. I'm glad you watched my video.
I have a mk 2 cafe racer I have just been offered a mk 3 No No I must not 🤔
@@brucerawsthorne8936 - Bruce...you MUST.
That gear box...clunk!
Just got my first guzzi
That's good！ Congratulations.
Cool rumble from the engine and great to see a bit of Japan
Thank you. It's a pity that the weather wasn't so good.
@@bearsgarage5190 Twasn't raining: It was good weather!
@@KakuiKujira surely! It was cloudy but it didn't rain. It was a nice day.
@@bearsgarage5190 How hot does it get in up there in Akita? It's too hot here in Shizuoka!
@@KakuiKujira Oh Shizuoka! Akita is also hot. But it's not as hot as Shizuoka.
Just magical always admired ware ever you go,
Thanks for watching.
ah that sound
Thank you for watching my video.
I do miss the sound of my (ex) 1980 LaManns
I also love this sound.
I've always had a weak spot for the LM3 ever since it was launched. I actually like it more then the LM1. Those high handlebars are not my thing, although I can imagine they are much more practical.
Sure, it's practical for me. I can move my sitting position backwards and my knees don't hit the engine.
Saw a brand new one pull up out front the pub in 82 , that look and sound stayed with me. 89 a mate had his up 4 sale. was a no brainer. The Only bike ive ever realy struggled with letting go.
I manubri da vecchietto,
Sounds like it’s only casually operating at a quarter of its real power
Thank you for watching my video.
Are the bars available to buy or did you make them
Thank you for watching my video. This handlebar is made by Verlicchi. I bought it from Stein-Dinse's online shop.
I have lusted after a MK3 for years. I have an"84 Mike Hailwood Replica which I bought new but now find the clip ons a bit of a stretch. Could you tell me the brand of your clip ons please as they look more comfortable. Cheers.
The handlebars on my Guzzi are made by Verlicchi. I bought it from Stein-Dinse's online shop. The handlebars are wider, but the riding position is more comfortable. I don't know if it can be used for Ducati as well. I hope you can find a good handlebar.
@@bearsgarage5190 Thanks for the reply. Stein-Dinse sell a lot of good stuff, I'll go and check them out.
Bloke who bought my self-modified Mk2 LeMans, (back in the mid/late 80's), also owned an original blue/silver 900SS as well as an original 900MHR Ducati. He told me that once he learned how to ride the Guzzi properly, it was a better and faster bike on the Tassie roads than the 900SS.
Anything with a guzzi gets an up
Thanks for watching my video.
素敵ですよとても。
見てくれてありがとう。
Great sound and excellent camera location. It really makes me feel part of the ride. Are you on the GOR?
Thanks for watching. I'm sorry, I don't know GOR.
@@bearsgarage5190 Then you’re definitely not on the Great Ocean Road? Where ever you are, you’ve selected a lovely road. I used to own a MkIII. Actually shed a tear when I sold it. Found I couldn’t live without a Guzzi so bought MkV that now had for 24years. Won’t make that mistake ever again.
@@jamesroseby3823 Thank you. This is Oga Peninsula National park.
It's a nice coastline.
@@bearsgarage5190 So you’re in Japan. Thanks for explaining.
@@jamesroseby3823 You are welcome. I'm sorry I'm not good at English. I hope you enjoy motorcycle riding.
my compliment - driving as a driver, not a f´cn Idiot. Beautifull LM...
Thank you for watching my video.
You are going the WRONG way!!!!!!!😬
From my point of view, you are the same. (^_-)-☆
Unfogotten sound for 40 000 km ❤👍
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