Thanks again all - I'm now a Guzzisti!
Looking for a tank bra - oddly I can't find any on eBay. There's a seller in France but I'm not sure if the one for the 1200 he sells will fit the 8V. Don't know if the tanks are different. Also looking for a stock seat and the little cover (part GU05464830) for the rear frame if I were to remove the tail rack. There's a local Guzzi dealer so I'll check their parts dept before I post a WTB here.
She rides smooth, is responsive, so much more responsive than the cruiser I was used to, and wow I didn't even need to get into top gear on the highway home. Glad to be part of the family now - now to start learning and riding. Stay tuned for all the questions lol!
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