Greetings from Germany

[SkyBlue]

Hi, as someone who has no experience of social networking it took me a while to pluck up courage to join this site. But I browsed the forums and think there is some great information and advice. I'm the proud owner of a 1979 Le Mans II, with 60,000 miles on the clock, which over the last 40 years I have used to travel to work on, tour Europe, and even raced. After a complete rebuild in 2022 she is now reserved for rides through the Black Forest on sunny Sundays, and the occasional classic bike track event. But three weeks ago I sold my "day bike" (a BMW S1000R), and bought a Mandello V100S. I'm looking forward to putting a few more km on her and contributing to this site!

 

[GTM®]

Welcome to the GT Forum, and thanks for your history with the brand. Always fun to see/read. Hope you'll add both to the Registries linked below with a few photos. Enjoy the site and the V100. Prost!

V100 Registry and Pic Thread

In keeping with our tradition here, please post on this thread if you own a V100, along with the VIN# and related, all in fun for future owners to see, and fellow Guzzisti that may be local to you and interested in a ride.V100S VERDE ZGUMGUB05PM000027 - @allenpeter - Kerrville, TX - D.O.P...

www.guzzitech.com

BB TONTI REGISTRY and pic thread

All, like in the other sections and just for fun. A Registry of Tontis listed below. Post all of your info in this thread, as formatted below, and I'll update the list as we go.Cal Vin: ZGUKDH0056M111184 - @Hane - City, State? - D.O.P. ? - Pic HERE ZGUKDH0046M111421 - @erskine - Seaham, UK -...

www.guzzitech.com

 

[Bill Hagan]

Welcome.

My German family -- maternal side -- are in Wurmingen, a few km south of you. On a V100 (congratulations! ), that is almost next door.

Best wishes for miles of smiles on your venerable LeMans II and its new stablemate.

Bill

 

[SkyBlue]

Thanks Bill.

If your family is in Wurmlingen, that really is just round the corner. I cycle through it sometimes on my pushbike - no need for a V100!

 

[mixxim]

Hi, as someone who has no experience of social networking it took me a while to pluck up courage to join this site. But I browsed the forums and think there is some great information and advice. I'm the proud owner of a 1979 Le Mans II, with 60,000 miles on the clock, which over the last 40 years I have used to travel to work on, tour Europe, and even raced. After a complete rebuild in 2022 she is now reserved for rides through the Black Forest on sunny Sundays, and the occasional classic bike track event. But three weeks ago I sold my "day bike" (a BMW S1000R), and bought a Mandello V100S. I'm looking forward to putting a few more km on her and contributing to this site!

Hi, I am in Germany too, Now living by the Chiemsee. I moved to Germany after retiring, own a Classic Cali and no longer as sporty as I was. If you are down this way let me know.

 

[SkyBlue]

Thanks, I will definitely do that. Please also know if you know of any big Guzzi events in Southern Germany or Austria - it would be good to meet some other Guzzi riders. And let me know if you are ever heading over this way too...

 

[mixxim]

I only bought my Cali in April and did not get it until the end of May, I haven't found anything in Bavaria yet, nor Austria. I think there are more in Austria, the border is only a short ride away but will let you know if I find anything. There is a Guzzi club near Westerham (not far from here) I did write to them but so far no reply. I must write again!!! I also own a 125 Vespa and was in the local club but found the Bavarian accent very difficult. I think I may have the same problem with any local club. I usually find there is someone who also speaks High German which helps.

 

[SkyBlue]

I do empathize. Unfortunately Swabian (the dialect here in South-West Germany) isn't much easier!

 

[jamesbond]

Your Le Mans II has quite the history, and the V100S sounds perfect for exploring. Those Black Forest rides must be stunning. If you're ever planning longer tours, France isn’t far, and it’s always a favorite for riders. Enjoy the miles ahead!

 

[V700Steve]

Welcome, enjoy the forum.

 

[SkyBlue]

Your Le Mans II has quite the history, and the V100S sounds perfect for exploring. Those Black Forest rides must be stunning. If you're ever planning longer tours, France isn’t far, and it’s always a favorite for riders. Enjoy the miles ahead!

Thanks! The Le Mans hasn't been to France since 1985(!), however I did take her over the Alps a couple of years ago (picture below) for the centenary celebrations at the Guzzi factory. I will definitely add France to this year's plans!

 

[V700Steve]

Sweet looking Lemans