1975 Moto Guzzi 850-T - Tonti Framed Classic - Design/Engineering Legend

1975 Moto Guzzi 850-TAn Italian Design & Engineering Triumph
Well preserved original with correct upgrades
Guzzi Moment --Up for bid is a very nice, riginal, xample of the legendary 850-T. This is a cool looking bike isn't it. And bullet proof too.
This bike enjoys a very loyal following. As with many venerable classics, his machine strikes an important balance between design and engineering. The lines on the tank and side covers are Italian studies in design. The engine is a super rugged, ell balanced machine in an excellent size for the job. Set is in a Tonti designed frame, ook it up to a shaft drive synonymous with the brand and reliability and you have an excellent recipe for cult status. The T in 850 stands for Tonti. It must feel good to get a chance to build your dream bike. A nice tribute to the legend.
Appearance --Black seems to suit this bike very well. There are some signs of wear on the tops of the side covers and one where the seat meets the tank. Overall, he paint has an excellent deep gloss finish and excellent appearance. Show with pride, ut ride with ease. Take a tour of all pics at the following --http://s1382.photobucket.com/user/rootedowne/library/1975%20Moto%20Guzzi%20850-T
Mechanicals --This bike recently underwent fuel and ignition side upgrades. The tank was flushed and cleaned (it was in great shape, tw), ew petcocks were installed, arbs were cleaned, nd new needles and fuel lines installed. It was also fitted with brand new K&N air filters and the correct Dellorto stacks. Admittedly, t could use one more carb tune. The ignition side was also updated. She now wears brand new Dyna coils as well as the standard tune-up parts - plugs, ires, ew battery, tc. This bike has a pretty surprising kick. I realize the coils are more performant, ut I get the feeling this may have another secret in the works.
Lenses, irrors, uages, heels --There were a few wiring weak spots that were also addressed. The lenses are in great shape. So are the gauges. Everything works fine. The electric start button and housing is a bit weak. I understand this is fairly common. An assertive push of the button is all that it requires, ou can't just tap it. I'm not sure of the bar end mirrors are truly original. They suit the bike so well that they may as well be.
Numbers matching original --
The head stock VIN plate and stamp on the crank case both reveal 93900 (ahh, he simplicity of it!) Quite a few of these bikes received some less that ideal modifications over time. Nice to see one that pays nice tribute to a design that has more than stood the test of time.
Questions, idding, hipping, tc. --
Reserve Price-- the reserve will be kept private out of respect for the auction process. Simply bid the amount you feel comfortable investing in a classic Italian bike preserved to this level.
European import classics are very hot. This bike is likely to garner quite a few interested parties. Please treat the bidding process as the serious intent (and contract) to purchase that it is. Everyone wins when this level of respect is shown. Thanks in advance.
Shipping-- the bike is in Kansas City, O. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. I will certainly help out with basic logistics on my end.
Questions-- I hope the pictures and my description are thorough. That was my intention. Please do not hesitate to call for whatever reason or to arrange to see the bike. (816) 786-7534.
What a cool, ough bike!. I can't wait to see what the future holds in store. Good luck bidding!