{"id":627,"date":"2021-09-21T22:58:43","date_gmt":"2021-09-21T22:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627"},"modified":"2021-12-04T03:24:59","modified_gmt":"2021-12-04T03:24:59","slug":"original-condition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627","title":{"rendered":"Original condition"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Topics<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f559f30f7f0\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f559f30f7f0\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Background\" >Background<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Vehicle_identification_number_VIN\" >Vehicle identification number (VIN)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Underseat\" >Underseat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Frame_left_side\" >Frame left side<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Frame_right_side\" >Frame right side<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Engine\" >Engine<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Engine_start\" >Engine start<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Engine_ID\" >Engine ID<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Sport_1100-type_variation\" >Sport 1100-type variation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/?p=627\/#Rear_Wheel\" >Rear Wheel<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Background\"><\/span>Background<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To assess the original condition of our 1997 Moto Guzzi California 1100i, the cracked windshield, soiled luggage side bags and tired top case were first removed. Then the rear support rack, pitted and rusted, was taken off along with the dirty rear seat and the cheap plastic taillight assembly. For easier access, the left passenger foot peg was also removed.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/without-luggage.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/without-luggage.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"626\" height=\"1215\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/without-luggage.png 626w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/without-luggage-170x330.png 170w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/without-luggage-528x1024.png 528w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 626px) 100vw, 626px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The condition of parts that will <em>not<\/em> be incorporated into the cyclecar is, of course, irrelevant except for the impact on resale value. These surplus items include handlebars and related controls, front fork and wheel assembly, fuel tank, mudguards, rear shock absorbers, foot rests and related pedals, trim, frame, and the gauges\/indicators which look rather road battered.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vehicle_identification_number_VIN\"><\/span>Vehicle identification number (VIN)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_831\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-831\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-330x193.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"193\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-831\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-330x193.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-1024x600.png 1024w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-768x450.png 768w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-831\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">VIN plate on front column<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Moto Guzzi vehicle identification number, or VIN, is indicated on a metal plate riveted to the front column (it is very difficult to read unless the fuel tank front cover is removed). <\/p>\n<p>A standard 17-character VIN sequence is organized in three sections: 1] manufacturer ID; 2] vehicle descriptor (VDS); and 3] vehicle identifier (VIS).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-sections.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-sections.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"662\" height=\"193\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-837\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-sections.png 662w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/VIN-sections-330x96.png 330w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 662px) 100vw, 662px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Moto Guzzi&#8217;s manufacturer code is &#8220;ZGU&#8221;. The VDS describes a California 1100i fuel injected model and includes a checksum verifier in the 9th character (in our case &#8220;O&#8221;). The model year code &#8220;V&#8221; designates 1997 and the &#8220;M&#8221; plant code represents Mandello Del Lario in Italy. The last six digits are a sequential production code, so our bike was the 521st produced for the 1997 model year. <\/p>\n<p>The VIN plate also includes a manufacturing date apart from the VIN itself; our cycle was &#8220;born&#8221; on December 1, 1996. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Underseat\"><\/span>Underseat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The front seat is easy to remove and replace using a key-operated latch on the left side of the frame.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_648\" style=\"width: 934px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/underseat.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-648\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/underseat.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"924\" height=\"635\" class=\"size-full wp-image-648\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/underseat.png 924w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/underseat-330x227.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/underseat-768x528.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 924px) 100vw, 924px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-648\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Battery and ECU under the front seat<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The Magneti Marelli IAW P8 ECU will be retained to run the Guzzi injection system. The small motorcycle battery may be replaced with a larger unit depending on space limitations on the cyclecar. The ECU case is soiled, but otherwise appears to be in good operating condition.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frame_left_side\"><\/span>Frame left side<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Removing the left side cover reveals the innards fit behind the triangular frame tubes.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_657\" style=\"width: 925px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-side-detail.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-657\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-side-detail.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"915\" height=\"653\" class=\"size-full wp-image-657\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-side-detail.png 915w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-side-detail-330x236.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-side-detail-768x548.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 915px) 100vw, 915px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-657\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Left side components under left cover<\/p><\/div>\n<p>The brake proportioning value operates a 4-way system to balance the front and rear brakes, and puts increasing pressure on the front brake disc as pedals are pressed. <\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_660\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-660\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots-330x247.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"247\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots-330x247.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots-1024x767.png 1024w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots-768x575.png 768w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/boots.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-660\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rubber boots have degraded<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Both the air pressure sensor and the power module will be retained as part of the fuel injection system.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from the expected road grit, the most obvious issue is the degraded condition of the protective rubber boots over the twin power module connectors. Replacement boots will need to be refitted as part of a wiring harness restoration; the original part is not available separately. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frame_right_side\"><\/span>Frame right side<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The master brake cylinder and fuse panel are located under the right side cover.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_666\" style=\"width: 934px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/right-side-detail-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-666\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/right-side-detail-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"924\" height=\"667\" class=\"size-full wp-image-666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/right-side-detail-1.png 924w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/right-side-detail-1-330x238.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/right-side-detail-1-768x554.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 924px) 100vw, 924px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-666\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Master cylinder and fuse panel on the right side<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Note that the gearbox and drive shaft that passes through the swing arm is offset to the right side. This means that in a left hand drive cyclecar, the driver side will have somewhat more room than the passenger side (that&#8217;s a good thing for North American drivers). <\/p>\n<p>Since the master cylinder and fuse panel will not be retained, the condition of individual components on the right side isn&#8217;t critical.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engine\"><\/span>Engine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_668\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-engine.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-668\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-engine-330x279.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"279\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-668\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-engine-330x279.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/left-engine.png 619w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-668\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Engine on the left side<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Casual inspection of the engine exterior shows expected pitting and grime, but nothing that indicates a significant problem. Of course, the real test is an engine start with corresponding pressure measurements of each cylinder.<\/p>\n<p>The valve covers will be polished; all rusted hex bolts and acorn nuts will be replaced with stainless hardware, including the vulnerable nuts that hold the exhaust headers to the block.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_671\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/header.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-671\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/header-330x248.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"248\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/header-330x248.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/header-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/header.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-671\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rusty header hardware needs replacement<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_672\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/valve-cover.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-672\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/valve-cover-330x248.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"248\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/valve-cover-330x248.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/valve-cover-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/valve-cover.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-672\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Valve covers need polishing<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Aluminum fins and other engine parts will be cleaned and polished. The cyclecar mounting displays much more of the V-twin cylinder block design so engine appearance involves more than just having the valve covers polished.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engine_start\"><\/span>Engine start<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The following video shows a cold start of the engine and confirms the normal operation of manifold vacuum, oil pressure, and engine sounds.<\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 740px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-627-1\" width=\"740\" height=\"416\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Engine-Start-video.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Engine-Start-video.mp4\">https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/Engine-Start-video.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Engine_ID\"><\/span>Engine ID<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_701\" style=\"width: 340px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/engine-ID.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-701\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/engine-ID-330x271.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"271\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/engine-ID-330x271.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/engine-ID-768x631.png 768w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/engine-ID.png 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-701\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Moto Guzzi engine ID<\/p><\/div>\n<p>On the lower left side of the engine block, below an embossed &#8220;MOTO GUZZI&#8221; square logo, is a stamped engine and frame identifier, in our case <em>KD 014881<\/em>. The <em>KD<\/em> designates an electronic fuel injection model. The 6-digit suffix is basically a factory sequential numbering that can be helpful in determining part changeovers in the middle of a specific model year.<\/p>\n<p>Note that this ID is different from the VIN number affixed to the front of the frame.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sport_1100-type_variation\"><\/span>Sport 1100-type variation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>California 1100i models from engine KD 014712 have Sport 1100-type connecting rods and a specially-balanced crankshaft. For additional information, see page 130 of Dave Richardson&#8217;s <em>Guzziology<\/em>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Guzziology-Version-9-Dave-Richardson\/dp\/1790479215\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Version 9<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rear_Wheel\"><\/span>Rear Wheel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The rear wheel, together with the bevel gear and swing arm assembly, will be retained in the cyclecar.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rear-wheel-condition.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rear-wheel-condition.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"986\" height=\"433\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rear-wheel-condition.png 986w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rear-wheel-condition-330x145.png 330w, https:\/\/krissmotors.com\/aero\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/rear-wheel-condition-768x337.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 986px) 100vw, 986px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Since the rear wheel remains mostly hidden under the cyclecar chassis, the current soiled appearance can be cleaned up enough for our purposes without replacement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Background To assess the original condition of our 1997 Moto Guzzi California 1100i, the cracked windshield, soiled luggage side bags and tired top case were first removed. Then the rear support rack, pitted and rusted, was taken off along with the dirty rear seat and the cheap plastic taillight assembly. 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