Hello from Italy, and kudos for the double Z pronunciation! I can say that Guzzis are one of the last good things left in Italy that we can well be proud of, both when they reinvent a big classic like the v7 and when they go crazy on design and innovation. I love to see so much appreciation from all over the world for this otherwise small and still somewhat artisanal reality.
I wondered about the offset speedo as well. After clamping my phone/nav on the bars for the first time it made perfect sense. Perfect set-up and visibility.
I bought one a couple months ago, and I just adore it. Added some Agostini pipes, and it really sounds beautiful! I don’t understand why the offset display bothers so many people, I’m OCD about a lot of things, but I guess not that.😂 Previously had a Triumph T120, I don’t miss the extra hp, and there’s just something about the Guzzi that brings me more joy.
Yep, fair comment regarding the offset speedo on this model, ie V7 Stone with cast wheels and matt paint finish. However, the Classic version with chromed wheel rims and spokes, together with chromed exhaust pipes, separate analogue speedo and tachometer are a must. It could do with a second front disc too. That single disc is not enough aesthetically. Just mo.
The gear indicator works of revs and road speed, hence why it only registers when you release the clutch lever. It’s just how they work. I recommend a product such as Motul E11 Matt surface cleaner, honestly it’s great on the satin paint. Nice choice, I love Guzzi’s.
A few times since the 1980s that I looked at Guzzis when shopping for a new bike and I always ended up with something else. Then my head goes "Maybe I should've bought the Guzzi." I watch videos like this and the thought returns.
I just bought a 2023 Special edition which I am waiting for delivery. Anything I ought to know about this motorcycle? Any tips or troubleshooting luggage and accessories for it? In particular frames for panniers and rear rack ordering and installment issues? I heard the racks from Givi do not fit due to the relocated foot pegs. Any information along these lines would be appreciated. I live in British Columbia, Canada. Thank you
I love my v7, fitted a dart screen,engine bars,handle bar risers and more important a centre stand.The long bolt removal for the centre stand was a pig to remove but done without the need to remove the down pipe,it was murdered up in the factory i presume.
I'm a new convert to Moto Guzzi having just bought a V85tt vrom a dealer in North Wales. I have just completed my running in mileage and waiting for my 1st service, which i booked in advance. The bike has so much character and has more than enough power for me. I find the seat and peg position really comfortable and ideal for knocking off some miles.
I wish I had realised how long the wait was for a service. I should have done what you did. Three and a half weeks to go. While I’m grounded I’ve fitted a USB socket, a battery charger connection and a socket for my heated gear.
@dbharrold The biggest drawback is there are so few Guzzi dealers around, I've got to travel 100-mile round trip to get mine serviced. I did find a lot of the bikes I test rode a bit bland. Time will tell if I made the right decision to buy the Guzzi.
Yes my nearest dealer is 80 miles away in Cwmbran. Once it’s out of warranty there is a great bike mechanic down the road from me and I can do a fair bit myself
A group of 4 of us old gits went to Las Vegas/Nevada 2 years ago. Rental company cocked up & I didn't get the Bonneville I ordered. Ended up with Moto Guzzi. To be fair, it did everything I asked of it, no problems. But I own & prefer my Speed Twin 1200.
I watched your video, really nice. The motorcycle is truly beautiful, and I also like the setup with the bags. I have a question. I am attracted by the V7 but let me ask you a question. In your opinion what sets the V7 apart from other naked bikes in the segment? Is the difference in the Guzzi heritage , the smooth ride, the style, or is it genuinely more enjoyable and unique to ride this motorcycle?
I heard the gear indicator just calculates gear based on RPM/speed etc. hence it being a) laggy and b) confused by being stationary or holding the clutch in. In my mind if that's their game why not provide a fuel level indicator and forget about the half useless gear indicator? Lovely bike apart from these small oddities though, and these things wouldn't put us off!
Gorgeous bike! I have a 2010 v7 Classic and love taking it everywhere. 26,000 miles or so on it now. Curious to ask, why is the fuel amount in metric liters, but the range of the tank is in miles? Enjoy the bike!!
Our system in the uk is metric but we still have hang overs from an earlier age. We buy fuel in litres but often express economy in miles per gallon ( we are weird). We buy beer in pints at a bar but wine comes in metric quantities 😂 divide litres by 4.545 and you get uk gallons which are slightly larger than us gallons. Are you now confused? 😂 I am assuming you are in the US?
Hello! I really liked your video. I have a question for you, is it possible to service MG without having a dealer, it's just that these are so unique and distinctive bikes that I just don't see an alternative to them? For more than a hundred years, bikes have been produced at the same factory, almost manually, who can "brag" about it now. Thanks!
Yes they are easy to service. If there isn’t a dealer near you the gaskets and o rings are easy to find on the internet. The air filter is under the seat and it’s held in by four screws. Five minute job. The oil filter is accessed by removing a bolt at the front right hand side of the engine. There are quite a few videos here on CZcams showing you what to do. The valve clearance are not difficult either but you do need some basic mechanical knowledge to do them. Again CZcams is a good place to learn. Any decent mechanic will be able to look after the bike for you if aren’t confident to it yourself.
@@dbharrold Thank you for the detailed information! The fact is that I have never owned a bike, but there were many different cars, and at the age of 53 I decided to change my life and fulfill my little dream. Few people in Kazakhstan know about the existence of this legendary brand, but as soon as I saw the v7 for the first time, I immediately fell in love. We have only DUCATI represented from Italian brands, which are not so sympathetic to me, in my subjective opinion. The only thing that repelled me was that there was no dealer and no further maintenance. But according to the reviews of many happy owners, it is quite easy to maintain on its own, but in my case I will find a good motorcycle mechanic to learn all the tricks of motorcycle philosophy. Most importantly, as MG owners say, it has a soul.
How have you found the dealer, TR, to be over your ownership? Did they do a deal or was it rrp? Do you find the bike vibrates through the pegs and bars that much? It really is a good looking bike and I have longed for MG since a teenager looking at a Le Mans MKII.
Thunder Road offered me the best part ex on my Z650 and RRP for the bike. They were better than M&P and much better than Fowlers. On the day I bought it they must have wanted to get of the 'Special' that they had in stock and offered to me for the same price as the Stone. I wanted the satin black finish so I stayed with the Stone. I've had one service there (900 miles initial) and it cost £350 as the valves need checking. They seemed quite thorough but that is my only post sale experience of them. Like you I've always wanted an MG. Yes they do vibrate more than Japanese bikes but they smooth out around 4000 rpm. It isnt like anything else that you've ridded. I am loving it but I would suggest that you take a test ride first. Most CZcams reviews love it but I know some dont get on with it at all. Hope that helps.
@@dbharrold Wow that is some initial service cost. Not sure that is justified tbh. Thank you for taking the time to reply in detail. I’m only 15mins from Thunder so probably no option but to use them.
Good idea not sure how easy it is. I will have a look tomorrow. One advantage I have found since making this video is that with the offset clock it is quite convenient if you mount a camera of satnav by keeping the view of the clock unobstructed. I've fitted auxiliary light and crash bars. Easy job, MG provide a switched live under the seat ready to wire in a satnav. I will probably do a video on that
Would be good to see the vid. I realise the offset is useful for that but I have an issue with asymmetry with anything apart from exhausts! 😀@@dbharrold
Nice looking bike and a real antidote to all the pointless tech on modern adventure bikes. As it has a huge tank and likely decent fuel economy, with a rack it would make a great little tourer. My only issue is a lack of dealers. Whats your dealer like with parts etc. as I had a Guzzi a few years ago that had a recall on the centre stand and it took SIX months to arrive 😢
Ordinary parts for servicing seem plentiful enough and there are a few Guzzi online parts suppliers. I have to wait six weeks to get my bike booked in for the initial service which is a pain in the backside. I could have tried the dealer in Bristol or Gloucester but decided to stay with Thunder Road in Cwmbran as if I need to make a warranty claim it should be less hassle. There aren't many dealers but once the bike is out of warranty there is a very competent motorbike garage near me. The lack of tech and the large tank were major points for me. I usually go to France once a year and the V7 that I test rode was quite happy holding 85mph which is enough in the real world.
@@dbharroldStill learning so on a 125 myself but would love one of these V7s next. Anyway, the Honda CB125R of ours had a four week wait for it's first service - we are pretty much surrounded by Honda dealers but that was the quickest I could get...others said 6 weeks.
@@Gambo916 m and p aren’t Guzzi dealers anymore. Thunder Road in Cembran for South Wales. After that there are dealers in Gloucester Bristol and Exeter
Nice video, is a good bike for commuting honestly? daily use (comfortable) and weekend touring, of perhaps recreation purpose? you know about maintenance/ repair? expensive? it is wise to jump from naked bike to this classic for daily use Any way great video Be safea
Great for commuting, good low speed handling. It’s Physically small for a big bike and suitable for both everyday use and distance. I changed from a naked Japanese bike to this and I love it. Valves need checking every 6500 miles which takes a mechanic about an hour. It’s Simple enough to do yourself with some mechanical knowledge and a lot easier than a Japanese overhead cam machine. My first service was £350 British pounds
thanks for answer for my question, I have doubt between Moto Guzzi & Triumph speed twin 900! Both top bikes with the difference that Guzzi does not have a chain mechanism but Triumph does, which one is better?
I think both good bikes but I have had two friends who have had problems with the Triumph Tiger. So maybe the one you are looking at is ok. The shaft drive is great. Easier to clean the wheels and less maintenance
Really useful video, thanks. Having test ridden one, I'm seriously considering buying one. Two things I'd be interested to know; How easily does the matt/satin paint on the tank mark? Does the rear mudguard do a decent job of preventing the stripe of road spray and dirt going up your back? I live in a dairy farming area so you can imagine what I'm usually covered in!
The satin paint does easily pick up marks like fingerprints. Rear mudguard is fine. Front mudguard is the same as most bikes ie not much use. I’m looking for a fender extender
Hello from Italy, and kudos for the double Z pronunciation! I can say that Guzzis are one of the last good things left in Italy that we can well be proud of, both when they reinvent a big classic like the v7 and when they go crazy on design and innovation. I love to see so much appreciation from all over the world for this otherwise small and still somewhat artisanal reality.
I wondered about the offset speedo as well.
After clamping my phone/nav on the bars for the first time it made perfect sense. Perfect set-up and visibility.
yes, really good point
I owned and rode that bike for 3 years. It was fantastic, and I absolutely loved it.
I bought one a couple months ago, and I just adore it. Added some Agostini pipes, and it really sounds beautiful! I don’t understand why the offset display bothers so many people, I’m OCD about a lot of things, but I guess not that.😂 Previously had a Triumph T120, I don’t miss the extra hp, and there’s just something about the Guzzi that brings me more joy.
Yep, fair comment regarding the offset speedo on this model, ie V7 Stone with cast wheels and matt paint finish. However, the Classic version with chromed wheel rims and spokes, together with chromed exhaust pipes, separate analogue speedo and tachometer are a must. It could do with a second front disc too. That single disc is not enough aesthetically. Just mo.
@@markfranks1329yup , it really does need an extra disc up front.
Did it need any set up changes with the new exhaust?
@@justlookingaround9834 Not if you leave db killers in.
A great choice, looking forward to hearing how you get on.
Lovely bike - I love the classics as well as quite a few of the modern classics
I have a V7 850 special love mine beautiful bike.. congrats on your new V7 😊❤ great bikes lovely to ride 😃👍😍Pete
The gear indicator works of revs and road speed, hence why it only registers when you release the clutch lever. It’s just how they work. I recommend a product such as Motul E11 Matt surface cleaner, honestly it’s great on the satin paint. Nice choice, I love Guzzi’s.
Thanks for the advice, appreciated.
The gear indicator was incredibly bothersome. Eventually, I started ignoring it and relied on listening to the motor instead.
Nice one Dave even when you had a strange man lurking behind you trying to get in on the action 🤣
I bought the special with beautiful twin gages (speedometer failure at 2800mi) the gear position is computed by comparing speed and rpm!
A few times since the 1980s that I looked at Guzzis when shopping for a new bike and I always ended up with something else. Then my head goes "Maybe I should've bought the Guzzi."
I watch videos like this and the thought returns.
Same here. Picked up a black V7 Stone Special a week ago. Love it. Just do it
I hired one for a week in Tenerife. Loved it, although it's a bit low and small for a big guy like me.
Just done tappets on my 2002 Nevada, took 20 mins
My favorite bike yet and I've had plenty. I have the Special Edition.
I just bought a 2023 Special edition which I am waiting for delivery. Anything I ought to know about this motorcycle? Any tips or troubleshooting luggage and accessories for it? In particular frames for panniers and rear rack ordering and installment issues? I heard the racks from Givi do not fit due to the relocated foot pegs. Any information along these lines would be appreciated. I live in British Columbia, Canada. Thank you
I love my v7, fitted a dart screen,engine bars,handle bar risers and more important a centre stand.The long bolt removal for the centre stand was a pig to remove but done without the need to remove the down pipe,it was murdered up in the factory i presume.
Same here when fitting the centre stand but an excellent upgrade 😊 Pete
I'm a new convert to Moto Guzzi having just bought a V85tt vrom a dealer in North Wales. I have just completed my running in mileage and waiting for my 1st service, which i booked in advance. The bike has so much character and has more than enough power for me. I find the seat and peg position really comfortable and ideal for knocking off some miles.
I wish I had realised how long the wait was for a service. I should have done what you did. Three and a half weeks to go. While I’m grounded I’ve fitted a USB socket, a battery charger connection and a socket for my heated gear.
@dbharrold The biggest drawback is there are so few Guzzi dealers around, I've got to travel 100-mile round trip to get mine serviced. I did find a lot of the bikes I test rode a bit bland. Time will tell if I made the right decision to buy the Guzzi.
Yes my nearest dealer is 80 miles away in Cwmbran. Once it’s out of warranty there is a great bike mechanic down the road from me and I can do a fair bit myself
I have a V85TT and I'd love to have the V7
A group of 4 of us old gits went to Las Vegas/Nevada 2 years ago. Rental company cocked up & I didn't get the Bonneville I ordered. Ended up with Moto Guzzi. To be fair, it did everything I asked of it, no problems.
But I own & prefer my Speed Twin 1200.
I find it compatible to my 900 bonneville but the extra 300 would be nice
I watched your video, really nice. The motorcycle is truly beautiful, and I also like the setup with the bags. I have a question. I am attracted by the V7 but let me ask you a question. In your opinion what sets the V7 apart from other naked bikes in the segment? Is the difference in the Guzzi heritage , the smooth ride, the style, or is it genuinely more enjoyable and unique to ride this motorcycle?
For me it is the style the heritage and the ease of maintenance as it’s lower tech than most Japanese machines
tidy for friday butt! i bought a royal enfield gt650 which is a similar type bike, if i get the funds i would like a guzzi
Don't forget to up the preload when carrying luggage or a pillion. That'll help prevent the pegs from grinding.
Thx for that
What a brilliant review. The only thing missing are the sheep.
I will try and get sheep in the next one 😂
I heard the gear indicator just calculates gear based on RPM/speed etc. hence it being a) laggy and b) confused by being stationary or holding the clutch in. In my mind if that's their game why not provide a fuel level indicator and forget about the half useless gear indicator?
Lovely bike apart from these small oddities though, and these things wouldn't put us off!
Gorgeous bike! I have a 2010 v7 Classic and love taking it everywhere. 26,000 miles or so on it now. Curious to ask, why is the fuel amount in metric liters, but the range of the tank is in miles? Enjoy the bike!!
Our system in the uk is metric but we still have hang overs from an earlier age. We buy fuel in litres but often express economy in miles per gallon ( we are weird). We buy beer in pints at a bar but wine comes in metric quantities 😂 divide litres by 4.545 and you get uk gallons which are slightly larger than us gallons. Are you now confused? 😂 I am assuming you are in the US?
Hello! I really liked your video. I have a question for you, is it possible to service MG without having a dealer, it's just that these are so unique and distinctive bikes that I just don't see an alternative to them? For more than a hundred years, bikes have been produced at the same factory, almost manually, who can "brag" about it now. Thanks!
Yes they are easy to service. If there isn’t a dealer near you the gaskets and o rings are easy to find on the internet. The air filter is under the seat and it’s held in by four screws. Five minute job. The oil filter is accessed by removing a bolt at the front right hand side of the engine. There are quite a few videos here on CZcams showing you what to do. The valve clearance are not difficult either but you do need some basic mechanical knowledge to do them. Again CZcams is a good place to learn. Any decent mechanic will be able to look after the bike for you if aren’t confident to it yourself.
@@dbharrold Thank you for the detailed information! The fact is that I have never owned a bike, but there were many different cars, and at the age of 53 I decided to change my life and fulfill my little dream. Few people in Kazakhstan know about the existence of this legendary brand, but as soon as I saw the v7 for the first time, I immediately fell in love. We have only DUCATI represented from Italian brands, which are not so sympathetic to me, in my subjective opinion. The only thing that repelled me was that there was no dealer and no further maintenance. But according to the reviews of many happy owners, it is quite easy to maintain on its own, but in my case I will find a good motorcycle mechanic to learn all the tricks of motorcycle philosophy. Most importantly, as MG owners say, it has a soul.
Good luck finding a MG. They are much simpler than Ducatis.
How have you found the dealer, TR, to be over your ownership? Did they do a deal or was it rrp? Do you find the bike vibrates through the pegs and bars that much? It really is a good looking bike and I have longed for MG since a teenager looking at a Le Mans MKII.
Thunder Road offered me the best part ex on my Z650 and RRP for the bike. They were better than M&P and much better than Fowlers. On the day I bought it they must have wanted to get of the 'Special' that they had in stock and offered to me for the same price as the Stone. I wanted the satin black finish so I stayed with the Stone. I've had one service there (900 miles initial) and it cost £350 as the valves need checking. They seemed quite thorough but that is my only post sale experience of them. Like you I've always wanted an MG. Yes they do vibrate more than Japanese bikes but they smooth out around 4000 rpm. It isnt like anything else that you've ridded. I am loving it but I would suggest that you take a test ride first. Most CZcams reviews love it but I know some dont get on with it at all. Hope that helps.
@@dbharrold Wow that is some initial service cost. Not sure that is justified tbh. Thank you for taking the time to reply in detail. I’m only 15mins from Thunder so probably no option but to use them.
If I eventually buy one, I will centre the clock. I wonder if there would be interest as an aftermarket mod?
Good idea not sure how easy it is. I will have a look tomorrow. One advantage I have found since making this video is that with the offset clock it is quite convenient if you mount a camera of satnav by keeping the view of the clock unobstructed. I've fitted auxiliary light and crash bars. Easy job, MG provide a switched live under the seat ready to wire in a satnav. I will probably do a video on that
Would be good to see the vid. I realise the offset is useful for that but I have an issue with asymmetry with anything apart from exhausts! 😀@@dbharrold
Nice looking bike and a real antidote to all the pointless tech on modern adventure bikes. As it has a huge tank and likely decent fuel economy, with a rack it would make a great little tourer. My only issue is a lack of dealers. Whats your dealer like with parts etc. as I had a Guzzi a few years ago that had a recall on the centre stand and it took SIX months to arrive 😢
Ordinary parts for servicing seem plentiful enough and there are a few Guzzi online parts suppliers. I have to wait six weeks to get my bike booked in for the initial service which is a pain in the backside. I could have tried the dealer in Bristol or Gloucester but decided to stay with Thunder Road in Cwmbran as if I need to make a warranty claim it should be less hassle. There aren't many dealers but once the bike is out of warranty there is a very competent motorbike garage near me. The lack of tech and the large tank were major points for me. I usually go to France once a year and the V7 that I test rode was quite happy holding 85mph which is enough in the real world.
@@dbharroldStill learning so on a 125 myself but would love one of these V7s next. Anyway, the Honda CB125R of ours had a four week wait for it's first service - we are pretty much surrounded by Honda dealers but that was the quickest I could get...others said 6 weeks.
@@dbharrold Have you tried M and P in Cardiff, they are a Guzzi dealer?
@@Gambo916 m and p aren’t Guzzi dealers anymore. Thunder Road in Cembran for South Wales. After that there are dealers in Gloucester Bristol and Exeter
@@dbharrold Thanks for the update......last I was aware M and P were dealers for 6 manufacturers, but now 5 it seems!
Italians like offset displays. My Fantic display is the same. Quirky, but l like it. Welshman on a motorbike in Portugal. Hwyl.
Obrigado
Nice video, is a good bike for commuting honestly? daily use (comfortable) and weekend touring, of perhaps recreation purpose? you know about maintenance/ repair? expensive? it is wise to jump from naked bike to this classic for daily use
Any way great video
Be safea
Great for commuting, good low speed handling. It’s
Physically small for a big bike and suitable for both everyday use and distance. I changed from a naked Japanese bike to this and I love it. Valves need checking every 6500 miles which takes a mechanic about an hour. It’s
Simple enough to do yourself with some mechanical knowledge and a lot easier than a Japanese overhead cam machine. My first service was £350 British pounds
thanks for answer for my question, I have doubt between Moto Guzzi & Triumph speed twin 900! Both top bikes with the difference that Guzzi does not have a chain mechanism but Triumph does, which one is better?
I think both good bikes but I have had two friends who have had problems with the Triumph Tiger. So maybe the one you are looking at is ok. The shaft drive is great. Easier to clean the wheels and less maintenance
Thanks, I think I better take a test drive at local dealership👍
Really useful video, thanks. Having test ridden one, I'm seriously considering buying one. Two things I'd be interested to know; How easily does the matt/satin paint on the tank mark? Does the rear mudguard do a decent job of preventing the stripe of road spray and dirt going up your back? I live in a dairy farming area so you can imagine what I'm usually covered in!
I have a satin yellow. It’s not too bad. Not sure about black though. Rear mud guard is great. It will keep you away from dirt.
The satin paint does easily pick up marks like fingerprints. Rear mudguard is fine. Front mudguard is the same as most bikes ie not much use. I’m looking for a fender extender
@@chaminda727 thanks. I fancy the new camo green. I suspect the darker colours will be worse for marks. Good to know the mudguard works.
@@dbharrold thanks. My nearest dealer offered a Pyramid extender for the front. I don’t think I was the first to ask.
Who spotted the autogyro Cavalon right at the end?
It was a beauty. My budget doesn’t stretch far enough sadly
Do you find the power is enough or does it leave you wanting more?
It’s fine. It cruises at 85mph and I overtake cars regularly on the A roads.
Great. I am seriously thinking about buying one.
Yeah they should not have done that, sticking the eagle onto everything. #overkill.
100% it cheapens it