MOTO GUZZI V850 Eldorado, Riders Handbook

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MOTO GUZZI V850 Eldorado Rider’s Handbook
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CLEANING OPERATIONS
Filters and fuel lines (See fig. 20)
Every 10.000 kms. or so (6000) miles or any time fuel flow to the carburetors is not
regular, it is necessary to check if there are no leakages at the fuel line connections (See
C fig. 20) of if the filter on the taps (A) and the carburetors (B) are clean. If the plastic
lines have got too hard at their connecting ends, replace them with original equipment.
Fig. 20
Fuel Tank
When overhauling the carburetors it is well to clean the fuel tank as well. The tank is best
cleaned when detached from the vehicle. Pour some petrol in it and shake vigorously.
Then drain it from the filler cap hole to carry away any sludge or scaling which may have
deposited at the bottom of the tank.
Fuel taps (See fig. 21)
Are located under the fuel tank and are open when turned downwards (See A) and
closed when in the horizontal position B. It is good practice to keep one tap only open
and to use the other as a reserve tap in an emergency. This tap should occasionally be
checked to ensure it is not obstructed.
Fig. 21
Mufflers
Internal cleaning is carried out by filling them with a solution of boiling water and caustic
soda (20%) and leaving them to stay for about 1 hour. The mufflers are then emptied and
rinsed out with boiling water while shaking vigorously.