04-04-2015, 02:01 PM
Some Moto Guzzis have a problem with defective fuel filters. As in most fuel injected bikes it's located in the tank. The filter is made of plastic and swells to the point of bursting after a while causing a total loss of fuel pressure. I had the dealer pull the tank on my '06 Breva 1100 to inspect the filter and it had swollen like a balloon. The tech replaced it with a Wix steel filter. They kept plenty on hand. I liked my Breva very much but it was plagued by electrical problems. The instruments were a mix of analog speedo and tach and digital display screen. The digital screen would sometimes go blank on sunny days but come back on after stopping and restarting the motor. I also had constant problems with the CARC (shaft drive) weeping oil,
at times enough to oil the rear disc but usually just a seep. The leak would come and go, strange. If not for these problems I would have kept it. The seat was the best stock bike seat around and the bike was very comfortable for all day touring. Guzzi's have a "feel" that is unique and I can understand those who are willing to put up with their quirks to enjoy their many plusses.
at times enough to oil the rear disc but usually just a seep. The leak would come and go, strange. If not for these problems I would have kept it. The seat was the best stock bike seat around and the bike was very comfortable for all day touring. Guzzi's have a "feel" that is unique and I can understand those who are willing to put up with their quirks to enjoy their many plusses.