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1978 Moto Guzzi V50

TAS • Private
5
CategoryNaked
Engine Size490cc 4 stroke
Odometer84,700km
LAMS approvedYes

Comments from the seller

Original 1978 model, the first one, that came with Bosch electronic ignition and cast iron brake discs. Original mileage on the speedo. Less than 1000km since major rebuild. Engine: rebuild by the late great Robbie van Zelm, new bearings, seals, pistons, rings, starter motor, full stainless exhaust system. Gearbox: new bearings, seals, clutch plate. Drive box: new seals, re-shimmed. Frame and wheels powder coated, new wheel bearings, replica Le Mans fairing. Tank and bodywork resprayed in metallic black. Forks: new stanchions, FAC dampers, and Wirth progressive springs. New Ikon rear shocks with damping adjustment. Renovated Dell’Orto VHB 26mm carburettors with foam pod filters (originally had 24mm carbs). Instruments renovated with new bezels and glass. Linked brakes de-linked, new master cylinders, stainless steel braided brake hoses, renovated calipers. Professionally rewired with Motogadget mo.unit Blue and mo.button, Dyna coils, brushless alternator, more robust regulator, LED lights and indicators, new battery. Tarozzi fork brace, Tarozzi Paolo clip-ons. Avon Roadrider II tyres with less than 1000km use. Footpegs professionally rear-set (a la Monza), pedals shortened appropriately. Single sport seat using the stock seat base. The bike came to me from Queensland, and still has the QLD Modification Plate to allow solo seat registration. Lucky them. Clutch is heavy, as is the throttle. Some struggle to engage neutral, otherwise shifts easily and reliably. Has the annoying self-retracting side stand. Fortunately, the centre stand is easy to use. This has been a labour of love for nearly 15 years. As a hobby I have spent many thousands on it without any thought of recouping what it cost, so don’t expect to. Cosmetically it is not perfect, due to some parts being done years before others, but is very good. Tassie registration till March 2027. Eligible for Special Interest or Historic registration. Sadly, I have now developed arthritis in my wrists and hands so am having increasing difficulty riding it. Otherwise it is terrific fun. It goes, handles, and stops well. It sounds great and always attracts looks wherever it goes.

Bike details

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Network Id
SSE-AD-20440819
Bike
Road Manual 5sp 500cc
Learner Approved
Kilometres
84,700km
Body
Naked
Colour
Black
Engine Capacity
490 cc
Cost of financeSponsored
Country of Origin
ITALY
Registration Expiry
Mar 2027 (10 mths)
Registration Plate
MGV50
Roadworthy certificate
No
Bike Type
Road
Series
V50
LAMS Approved
True
Country of Origin
ITALY
Grey Import
False
Is Limited Edition
False
Engine Description
500
Engine Config
V-Twin
Engine Capacity
490cc
Engine Type
Piston
Engine Stroke
4
Cam Type
OHV (Over Head Valves)
Cylinders
2
Induction System
Aspirated
Cooling
Air
Engine Voltage
12Volt
Fuel Type
Petrol
Recommended RON
91
Drive Type
Shaft
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Number
5
ABS
Not Available
Michael is the seller
Location
Wynyard, TAS 7325
Member since
2010
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Phone number
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