1977 MOTO GUZZI T3 CALIFORNIA
1977 Moto Guzzi T3 Californian Smooth running bike bought in May 2009 to ride yet covered less than 3,000 miles since purchase due to normal life getting in the way. Idea was to ride it and buy any necessary bits to allow a rolling restoration at some time in the future. The sale includes these parts. It runs well and isn't even too "tappety" which I know these are known for. The bike is tidy but some signs of age are starting so show in some areas (mainly original chromed areas). There are some surface scratches on the tank too. To my eye, frame is very clean and wheels are in good condition (rear tyre could do with replacement soon but front is good). As you can see in the photos, there is a non-original headlamp which I haven't got around to changing but other than that, its very original and yes, I do think the seat covering is the original, albeit the vinyl grab strap is missing. The shock absorbers are Moto Guzzi gas/air type and have been on the bike for some time but I don't know if they are original or not (the screen brackets may need a bit of adjustment to fit these correctly). The big sidestand is great and there is also a centrestand although the "pins" that should come out of the sides to ease access are missing (another common thing with these bikes) and could be replaced if necessary. All buttons, switches and clocks work as they should - odometer says 2989 which I do NOT think is original but no clues as to real mileage. I would welcome any inspection as it r...