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1978 Moto Guzzi 850 LE Mans

  • 44,540 Miles
  • Manual, 5 speed
  • Petrol
  • 850cc
  • 1978
  • Red
  • Private seller
  • FR
    Knightburgh, France

Description

Mark 1 series 2 original 2 owner bike.
Fully functional and in original unrestored condition.
Sold originally in San Francisco California,
Euro headlight is fitted as original European spec.
Originally with "Darth Vader" rear oblong light and seat base, the seat base and rear light on the bike are reproduction series 1 with all original accessories transferred over.
Original 36 Dellortos have been electrostatically cleaned and rebuilt with new gaskets.
High quality new rear gas shock absorbers, front forks with adjustable valves fitted.
Period single seat fitted.
Early model Lanfranconi Competizione exhaust silencers fitted.
Twin front rear brake system has been removed, a period Brembo PS14 master cylinder powers both front discs, original parts come with the bike.
Original silencers available with the bike.
New Bridgestone BT46 tyres fitted.
Timing chains and tensioners are new.
Euro spec indicators with new metal hardware.
This bike is not perfect but is good solid reliable and in authentic condition.
Price is negotiable in front of the machine. I have owned this bike since 1996, I bought it in San Francisco, and am the second owner.
I have loved this bike for many years, it has been dry stored for the last 10 years in the South of France. I have recommissioned it to sell, I have too many bikes and this one unfortunately must go.
It is not a museum bike, its a riders bike.
If you're reading this you'll likely know most of the details and specs of this machine.
Its a keeper that must go to a good home.

Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

Yes

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

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Knightburgh, France
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