Re: [ST] Dead ST - New model in sight ???

["Rick & Joyce" <rnjwes@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

"Dave Bardell" wrote:
> . . .I may look toward the Moto  Guzzi Rosso LeMans
> before Guzzi messes it up with the olde Daytona 4
> valve (ala Centaro) motor.

Moto Guzzi does a helluva job with the V-11 chassis but I'd hate to
give up our triple's smooth power delivery and quickness.  You're
right about one thing, though.  The four valve engines (ala Centaro)
are a PITA to service.

> With MG using hydralic lifters on many models, the
> idea of no scheduled service for valve adjustments
> kinda sounds nice

Even with adjustable lifters, its a piece of cake with the valvecovers
hanging out there in the breeze.  Other service procedures like fuel
filter replacement can be a major pain.  But do they still put the oil
filter *inside* the oil pan?  I've seen some models with an external
oil filter and others with none visible, which means remove the oil
pan to replace the filter.  Another issue:  since the Aprila takeover
there has been grumbling from the dealers as to warranty policies and
parts availability.  You think getting parts for your Sprint takes a
long time. . .
- --
Rick in Oregon
freezing rain country
'01 Sprint ST - icebound



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