MOTO GUZZI V1000 I-Convert User manual

I I I
I ~ ,' CONVERT

This motorcycle has been designed and all · components selec ted by I/Ie manufacturer
to form a
balanced, safe and mechanically cohesive motor vehicle. Any alteration to
the frame, fork,
other mechanical components 01" the use 6f unauthorized parts may
alter the geometry, stefJring and handling qualities of the veh icle . Elfery owner of this
motorcycle is cautioned against making these prohibited chang es. or alter a tions which
may result in damage or injury for whic}1 neither the Manufactu rer , tmport er or Dealer
will be responsible .
Code 18900020 • 5· 77 - 500 -Printed in Italy -Mariani -Alma-Bergamo

Dear rider,
First
of all we wish to thank you for choosing this motorcycle of aur
production.
By following all instructions outlined in this manual you will ensure your
bike a long and troublefree life.
Before riding, please read thoroughly this manual in order to know your
motorcycle's features and how to operate it safely.
All major checking and overhauling jobs are ber:;t carried out by our
dealers who have the necessary facilities to quickly and competently
repair your Moto Guzzi.
Repairs or adjustments made by others than Guzzi dealers during the
warranty
period could invalidate the warranty right.

INDEX
5 Main features
12 Controls and accessor ies
14 I dent ific ation data
14 Spare parts
14 Warranty
15 Instruments and controls
22 Riding instructions
25 Running in
26 Maintenance and adjustments
33 Removal of wheels
36 Lubrication and maintenance
38 Lubrication
43 Carburetion
46 V'alve ge i aring
47 Ignition
50 Electrical equipment
54 Changes for U.S. A. Police model "LAPD"
56 Maintenance and adjustments
Wiring diagram (Europe model)
Wiring diagram (U.S.A. model)
Wiring diagram (LAPD)

MAIN FEATURES
Engine
Valve gearing
Carburetion
Lubrication
2-cylinder 4-stroke
Cylinder disposition «V" 90°
Bore mm 88
Stroke mm 78
Displacement
cc 948,8
Compression ratio 9,2 : 1
Right max.
horsepower HP 71 SAE at 6500 r.p. m.
O.H.V ., push rod operated.
Normal
rocker clearance , by cold engine;
inlet and exhaust mm 0,22 (.0086").
N. 2 Dell' Orto carburettors VHB 30 CD (right),
VHB 30 CS (left) .
Pressure, by gear pump.
Wire gauze and
cartridge filters in oil sump.
Normal
lubrication pressure 3,8 -7- 4,2 kg/sqcm
(54-60 p.s.i.).
Controlled by pressure relief-valve.
5

6 Generator-Alternator
Ignition
Starting
Transmission
Hydraulic converter
Front , on the crankshaft (14 V - 20 A).
By battery.
with doubl e contact breaker and au-
tomat ic advance.
Ignitio n data:
-
init ial adva nce (fixed) 2'
-automatic advance 31 '
-full advance (t. + a .) 33 '
- contact bre aker gap mm 0,37 -7- 0, 43
(.014" -7- .016")
- spark plugs: Marelli CW 7 Land CW 7 LP
Bosc h W 225 T2
Champ ion N 9 Y
-
plug po ints gap mm 0, 6 (. 023")
- 2 ignition c oils .
Electric sta rter (12 V - 0,7 HP) with electroma-
gnetic ratche t control. Ring gear bolted on the
flywheel. Starter button (START) on the rig ht
side of han dlebar .
SACHS- Type , eliminating clutching from a stan-
ding start.
Max.
converting ratio 1,60 : 1.

Clutch
Primary drive
Gear box
Secondary drive
Frame
Wheels
Dry type,
multiplate . Hand controlled by lever on 7
the left side of handlebar.
By gears . Ratio: 1/ 1,157 (Z = 19/22).
Two speed , foot operated from the left side of
the bike .
Gear ratio : first gear
2nd gear
(Z = 18/ 24)
(Z = 22/22)
By
cardan shaft, bevel gear set.
Ratio : (Z = 9/ 34) 1 : 3,788
Overall ratio (engine-wheel) .
1st
gear (Low) 1 : 6,12
2nd
gear (Drive) 1 : 4,58
Duplex cradle, tubular structure.
1 : 1,333
1 : 1
Spoked rims, WM 3/ 2,15 -18 " front and rear'.

8 Tyres
Brakes
Front and rear: 4,
10H18" or 110/ 90H18 ".
Tyre pressure:
front , solo or with pillion
rear, solo
with pillion
2,1 kg /sqcm (31 p.s.i.)
2,4 kg /sqcm (32 p .s. i.)
2,6 kg/sqcm (38 p.s.i.)
The above data is suggested for normal riding
(cruising speed).
If using the motorcycle at constant high speed,
or on high ways, it is recommended to increase
pressure by 0,2 kg/sqcm
(3 p,s.i.).
Front wheel.
Twin disc brake, two ind ependent cont rols with
hydraulic hoses and double cylinder calipe rs .
Controls .
Right
front bra ke, hand c ontrolle d by means ' of
the lever joined to master cylinder on the right
handle bar .
Left
front brake, foot controlled to gether with
rear brake.
Disc 0 mm 300.
Cylinder 0 mm 38 .
Master cylinder 0 mm 12, 7.