Thread merge to cover this topic in one thread. Covers both V7 and V9 rear drive issues. Starting with below...
When I got back from a 35 mile easy break-in ride on my V9 yesterday, I noticed the right side of the back tire had streaks of liquid that appeared to be radiating out from the center. Wiped it off and it was black and smelled like gear oil, not engine oil. Left the bike overnight and no drips appeared on the floor, and I couldn't find a visible source on the bike. How concerned should I be about this?
A. keep an eye on it and keep riding gently
B. call roadside assistance and have it immediately take to shop
C. common problem, ya noob, and here's how to fix it
No matter, I bought a Guzzi knowing that there could be some teething issues that might need to get worked out. I love the bike more each time I ride it- up to about 150 miles now.
Brian
Ringgold, GA