As far as Italian bikes, I have owned a ducati 860, moto morini 500 camel, laverda 3cl 1000, cagiva 650, and currently have a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 Moto Guzzi Stone 750. Have owned several German bikes to include BMW and Zundaps. Grew up with British bikes--meaning Triumph and BSA. Have never been interested in Harley. Owned several Suzuki's to include 2-stroke models and the Wankel rotary 750. The Moto Guzzis have been my favorite above all the rest. Quirky, reliable, tractor-like in that the Japanese "refinement" is not there--but if you love just being connected to machinery and sound--Moto Guzzi!--mike battle
I have to say that your bike is absolutely stunning. Looks smashing. I love classic wheels usually and I prefer the older v7 but yours... looks just perfect as is. If I would have any space left in a garage I would seriously consider buying one.
Great review So good I bought one myself, took your advice with the crash bars and ordered off eBay. The other Add on was a rear carrier from Moto Guzzi, a small screen and fender extender from powerbronze. The bike gives so many smiles per mile, brings back memories of the V50ll I owned in the mid 80’s It definitely has enough power for today’s roads, comfortable and full of character. No rider modes, no self cancelling indicators, no auto lights from DRL to headlights , no Apple CarPlay. I also own a Honda NT1100 which great with all the tech, but the Guzzi is real old school motorcycle. I’ve always said everyone must ride a Guzzi at least once in their riding career. Keep up the good work with your entertaining and honest videos
I sold my T120 awhile ago, and was looking for something a little lighter, less hp. (I’m 64 years old). The V7 850 checked all the boxes for me (I wasn’t aware of the Special Edition @ the time or I would’ve gone for that). Purchased the Stone, and added Agostini pipes, and bar end mirrors, absolutely love the bike. Huge tank capacity, and shaft drive. I think it’s a great value for the $. Rarely see a Guzzi in the States. I agree re: single dial, easy to read, and I don’t miss cleaning the spokes I had on the Bonneville.
Appartenant désormais au groupe Piaggio, je ne pense pas que vous aurez de problèmes pour la distribution de pièces détachées maintenant. Sur ma Breva 750 que j' ai gardé 7 ans, des problèmes électriques oui, des problèmes mécaniques jamais. Une mécanique éprouvée ! Je roule en V7 850 depuis 6 mois et je me régale tant à l arrêt que sur les routes ! V
Lol I'm 67 bought a v7, had it for a few seasons, sold it, bought a t120 Bonneville black, chain drive more power, but now I want to go back to the guzzi stone, my other half thinks I need a shrink, I don't think I will miss the extra power, really miss the guzzi
To be honest I love the bike but dislike the speedometer assembly shame they didn’t give it both speedo & tachometer plus the same power as the V85 would have been nice. Still a thing of beauty and I look forward to further content 👍.
It is a great Classic ride. I purchased the same bike last month from Motopia New Mexico here in Albuquerque. Been riding for over sixty years and the Guzzi really puts a kids smile on my face every time I fire it up. The only other ride that’s in the same class is the Kawasaki W series bikes. Yep my W650 and W800 also keeps me smiling. Ride those miles with many smiles amigo and if you ever make it to Albuquerque the coffee (or PG TIPS) is on me.
Great to see your 'new bike excitement'! I still prefer the headlamp and twin dash set up of the Special but agree that tubeless tyres are much better to live with, especially when you get a roadside puncture. The colour scheme and exhausts look fantastic. Look forward to seeing your maiden voyage video soon.
An absolute beauty!! New bike day is always a great day! Your review sealed the deal for me, this will be in my garage shortly! (We are the same age & deserve the excitement, lol). All the best from Canada & Merry Christmas! Ronny
Brilliant Dave. You’re an inspiration. Look forward to the journey with the new Moto Guzzi. It’s in the mix for me too for my first modern classic/ retro. Hope to see you hit 7k before 2024 if everyone pulls their finger out! Cheers, Christian.
Congratulations on your beautiful Moto Guzzi! It's absolutely stunning! I own the 2021 special in grey.......absolutely love it! Enjoy the bike. Greetings from the Netherlands
l bought a Lemans in 1978, still in my opinion the best looking factory build 'Cafe Racer' ever. In the same Essex village the local doctor's son owned a Californian.
Aye up Dave !!! What a beautiful looking machine. The sound of the engine and exhaust is intoxicating to my ears. Looking forward to your first ride out. Ride safe as always. Cheers from the States.
Excellent choice of bike, miles of smiles on a Guzzi, and the V7 in particular. It's well worth joining the owners club (MGCGB), one of the friendliest m/c clubs and only £20/year. 👍👍 to MSC, I speak from experience having bought my V85TT from them in 2021.
TBW very much congratulations on truly a beautiful Italian motorcycle! It just makes perfect sense & will definitely awaken them! This will keep you young & continue the rebellion in you🇮🇹 Merry Christmas TBW🎄
I have also admired the Guzzis for most of my 34 years of riding, but never owned one. Yours is beautiful and that exhaust is a work of art!? Looking for a second bike in 2024, to sit alongside my perfect commuter RE Scram. The Guzzi is on the list!
An excellent choice, Mr. Wheeler ! A simple engine, sensible layout, shaft drive, no excess electronics, and owner maintainable. And value for money. Yes, I had a blue CX500 !
Good Morning Dave , What a cracking bike i have to say that this is going to be my fav bike in your garage , im really looking forward to see this out on the road once you have fitted the crash bars & pannier rails , take care & ride safe
Great choice, I've had a V7 Stone Centenario since 2021 on which I've done 4000 miles, all of which have been great. I'd recommend a fender extender (along with the luggage and engine bars) as that tiny front guard doesn't do much to stop a wet road grit-blasting crap all over the bike.
Really nice, Dave. Thanks for all the high-resolution close-ups. I have a 2024 Stone Corsa on order and am looking forward to taking delivery. I think if one were really bothered by the offset LCD, one could 3-D print a new mount which centered it left-to-right.
Great bike, nice colours. I owned a 79 Le Mans mkl for 10 years, loved it. Haven't owned a Guzzi since but thought about buying the V85TT. I'm sure you'll get much enjoyment from your new bike.
that is a lovely bike . rode a Californian demo back in 1976 and have always liked the brand . now 74 and cant handle the weight and have foot problem , enjoy and i look forward to seeing you again . have subscribed ,best wishes .
Happy new bike Dave🥳. Looks and sounds beautiful. Like you the V7’s are my sort motorcycle, great choice; luv your enthusiasm and energy too. Ride safe. Neil
Great video TBW, really enjoy your relaxed presentation style and what a bike to have as the centre piece for this one! Lovely addition and congratulations on the new steed! Sean
@@thebingleywheeleryeah that's right, I do have a spare down pipe and a silencer but I'm thinking of keeping them until better weather and just sanding and polishing the scuffs on my pipes for now... Other than that the bike is tip top again! Who wouldve thought! Cheers!
I got my 2023 V7 Stone back in July and I love it so much that I'm still riding into late December. The only thing I might do to it is put on some custom pipes and have it remapped for performance.
Nothing more I can add to my previous comments regarding this bike, Dave. Truly a lovely machine, particularly in that beautiful and lustrous gloss black. I agree with you regarding this current acceptance for matt finishes. (They look like they've been done with a rattle-can in the garden shed!)😖 Looking forward to future ride-outs on this bike.👍
An awesome looking and great sounding model! Interesting that you mention the centre stand or not having one. A fellow locally ordered the centennial version this past June. He opted for a centre stand which the dealer could not supply due to delays in availability from Genoa. He was delivered his machine on the last day of November. Looking forward to the quiz 👍👌👏
Great choice, lovely bike, looking forward to your future videos 🙂. Think I'd still be tempted to put a centre stand on it as it makes it so much easier for checking and changing oil, cleaning, doing tyre pressures etc. I thought you might have bought it from Thirsk or Sheffield seen as their nearer you, but can see why you didn't when I had look at deal's. Will you be going too Nottingham for service work?
Beautiful bike, I agree it would be even better with the twin clocks but it's defiantly a looker. I obviously love transverse V twins as my two bikes are a CX500 (1978 original plastic maggot) and a Moto Guzzi Bellagio and I have to say I love them both. I'm sure you will become a Moto Guzzi fan, what I love about them is people always love to talk to you about your bike. There are also Guzzi owner clubs all over the country where there is loads of knowledge should you ever need it. Enjoy your beautiful bike, I think it even looks nicer than the V7 Stone Corsa.
I also own this bike , and I love it , I love Guzzi;s , also own a 2021 v7 Special, I totally agree with your assessment of this bike , Love riding it , I also own a 411 Scram as you do , I guess we think alike , I watch all of your videos and appreciate your real world evaluations , Thanks Ernie
Beautiful looking bike, Dave. I don't know how you've got the patience to stand and talk about it, I'd want to get out on it as soon as it arrived. It looks lovely in the gloss black. Shame they didn't paint the rear mudguard in a gloss finish, but there you go. I like the instrument console. The round look suits the style of bike, and being offset looks more classy than being stuck in the middle. You're probably out on it now, you lucky bugger. Enjoy yourself and report back how it went.👍
Gorgeous color scheme. That V7 is one sexy bike. I am partial to the Classic version but, like you, I prefer the 2021 blue paint scheme. That bike is on my list, however, for the year 2024 I'm focusing on the hand made Janus Halcyon 250 for my CZcams channel. When I eventually do my European riding episodes it will definitely be upon a MotoGuzzi V7. Enjoy your new bike brother.
It’s a wonderful bike and I’m looking forward seeing it out on the road. Also loved the way Eddie looked up is surprise then dashed off when you said it was the most expensive model. 🤣🤣🤣
Congrats! Great choice. I rode a pal's Le Mans years ago and instantly fell in love. Great bikes with masses of idiosyncrasies. You certainly know your riding it
Love everything about that V7, and have for some time now. The only thing holding me back is the lack of dealers and service where I live in the states, but other than that, it’s a real looker and a tried and true work horse. BTW… Love that Shepherd. Best dog breed ever in my opinion. I’ve had two and both were the absolute best. Congratulations on the bike.
Lovely looking machines they are. Moto Guzzi may not have the longest running name but I'll guess they are the longest running from the original factory currently & still hand built solely in Italy. Interestingly the V7 doesn't have a centre stand but Moto Guzzi were the first to have a proper purpose built centre stand.
That's a lovely bike, Dave! Personally, I prefer the twin clock arrangement, but cast wheels are better. I too thought that 2021 Special in the blue colour was a beautiful-looking bike; pick of the bunch, that one! I agree on the need for engine bars and, as others have said, a fender extender for the front; have both on my Breva 750. It pays to warm the motor for a minute or two first thing, as it makes the initial gearshift easier. Also, I've found that, on the move, pre-loading the lever results in smoother, quieter shifts. It's ironic that the bike doesn't come with a centrestand, given that Guzzi reputedly invented them; one for mine costs $500 here in Oz... Anyway, enjoy; I know that you will! 👍
Looks brilliant!! The design truly flows. I know you like to personalise your bikes but to me the only things I would do is add a small smoked screen (just for looks) and maybe a very low chrome sissy bar - but if left standard still looks ace!!
Your production assistant and Guzzi are most welcome :-). I looked at a grey v7 in the flesh yesterday and have to say I’m very tempted to drain the pension somewhat 🙂
Great looking machine Dave can’t wait to see you riding it on the road The clock well. It is what it is but doesn’t in anyway deflect from the quality of the bike Great stuff love it 😍 Phil
Thats a very nice bike . When i saw this bike at the show it realy looked impresive . I love the engine note . I still think that the Royal Enfield is great value for money for those of us what cant afford to by a top brand name . It has retro looks and a modern twist . I am going to get a test rid on one and maybe i will sell a couple of my bikes to buy brand new . The first time since the 80s. Happy christmas to all and happy biking for the new year.👍👍👍👍
It's gorgeous Dave 😮 Happy Christmas to you 🎄🤗. We did try one of these (standard black model) before buying the T100, but the demo bike had so many electronic issues it put us off unfortunately 😔. Looking back it was a real shame because like you I thought it had bags more character. Perhaps it was just an unlucky example. If the model you have had been available at the time it would have been my choice too. I can easily forgive the LCD clock and cast wheels and it looks perfect to my eyes. The character extends to the gearbox too. It's a noisy, yet positive gear selection which rewards an unhurried gear change. It's a very engaging bike and something you'll come to love. And we all need to slow down a bit and appreciate our surroundings a little more.
Agree with slowing down and appreciate life and riding at a slower pace.Im lucky enough to have reached an age where I'm already doing this and i consider myself blessed to have reached this milestone in my life.
A couple of points Dave. I’m glad that special riders are more “ refined “ 😁😁 and I can see poor old Eddie thinking “ why is this guy talking to himself all the time “. Can’t wait until mine arrives. The BMW have balance shafts now so it’s not as noticeable. It does look very nice I have to say especially the gloss finish.
Love the bike Dave, like my GoldStar it's got character by the buckle load. The offset clock doesn't offend me, i just think it looks strange and wonder why they didn't centralise it. That seat looks really comfortable and i do like that it's air cooled. Looking forward to your upcoming videos on it.
Not only is the clock off set , for no good reason it seems , but it is turned a way from level . Looks like a moron designed it and it was installed by someone left their glasses at home . I love these bikes , but I would want the dual clocks and alloy wheels which are not a combination Guzzi sell . I could do with out the Special's chrome , it is really nice , but it would probably suffer corrosion especially with me being slow to polish anything ! So a Stone with two clocks please Guzzi ! And maybe that variable cam timing and power of the V85 engine (for 2024) , real Brembo disks to go with the calipers and fully adjustable suspension thank you . Almost perfect otherwise ! .
Looks very nice, according to Eddie seems to smell nice, and doubtless sounds lovely too. Personally I would like the dial to be central rather than offset, but with the Super Meteor also similarly offset it probably feels familiar.
Was about ready to purchase a super meteor until i took a look at a v7 850 now a proud owner.Centre stand,dart screen,and engine bars are the icing on the cake.
Stunning bike. The best V7, for certain. I'd have one. Love the offset single clock. The whole thing is vastly superior to any Triumph or RE. Givi luggage! Only 8,200 on the road. Amazing. Nick
Good afternoon Dave. I think you have a lovely bike there and I was trying to evaluate why Moto Guzzis attract their following. I owned a 1200 sport at the same time as my ST 1300 Pan European, the Pan was a supreme tourer, comfortable, fast, handled far better than a bike of that bulk had any right to was ultra reliable BUT, the Guzzi just made you feel special when you rode it or even just stood and looked at it. I suppose that is what's called charisma. Happy Christmas and a health and prosperous New Year. Stephen
Great review and fantastic bike! I have the V7III Special and it is my love, but I know yours is even better. You didn't mention the embroidered seat cover......who embroiders their brand onto a seat? And you have not had it long, but maintenance is a breeze.....take off a cover and the valves are right there! Air filter under seat, 5 minute job. And the tank holds 5.5 US gallons! And it is low in the frame. But the feel and torque of that engine, with all the power in the 3.500 to 6, 700 range, just where I want to ride.......not in the 6,000 to 10,000 range of so many other bikes.... superb! Great looking bike too!
Beautiful bike. I have a 2016 Eldorado an it's an awesome bike. One of the things i like about my Guzzi is with a windshield, grip cover and electric warmer and that big fat engine hanging out the side, my riding can be extended further into winter. Kind of hot in the summer but being able to ride more months out of the year is a plus.
That's a right Bobby Dazzler Dave. I'm a bit Guzzi fan, so I totally agree with your reasons for purchasing as I ent through a similar process before buying mine. The only issue with buying a Guzzi is the lack of dealers, I had to travel to North Wales (Denbigh) as they were my nearest dealer.
@thebingleywheeler I think there used to be a dealer called Cob and Jagger or something like that!. I remember holidaying in York in the early 90s and seeing a Guzzi Cali 3 in a shop window in Shipley(?). The dealer did try to sell me said machine, but I was pretty broke (still am!), and i'm sure it was Cob and Jagger or Jagger and Cob. Those days, I rode an ex Met police BMW R80/7 with an RT fairing and Krauser panniers, which I fitted after taking off the police issue Cravens
Welcome to the V7 850 club! There aren’t many bikes that pull at the heart strings and also have such great reliability, practicality and road manners.
Always loved a Guzzi and the Stone is a cracker! Nearly bought an 850 le mans back in the day but it just felt too small physically. Ended up with a Yamaha 1.1. Looking forward to seeing the stone out and about, and I've made an appointment to talk to someone who says they can help me get over my issues with the instrument positioning. :) Congratulations mate, beautiful bike.
You're correct the Guzzi Lemans was a very compact motorcycle and quite small by some of todays offerings. I'm relatively small in stature....more so in 1978.... so it was okay. Its distinctive profile was beautiful ...in my opinion....
I hear you Brian. I tested the Ducati 900 supersport as well and fell in love, but it was the same problem. I'm not huge but they were just too small, but what bikes they were! I ended up loving my Yammie though, a competent cruiser with teeth like a great white when you needed them. Happy days.@@brianperry
Superb bike and great value. When I check a finance calculator my 1978 CX500 would have been around the same 45 years on......a masterpiece in its day but not 66hp and 850 like yours. Its taken Guzzie a long while to get on to water cooling. Keep the salt off it !!!
Great looking bike, I hope it's more reliable the the California Stone I had about 20 years ago. I reckon I replaced every single electrical component on it!
Just sold my V7 850 stone and bought a 350 classic reborn 🤔 although while musing the pro and cons of the enfield, I knew my guzzi was still for sale locally... It took a lot of willpower to stop me buying it back... lots of sellers remorse... It definitely won't be my last guzzi.... FYI, the gearbox is very clunky for the first 2000 miles it improves a lot the more miles you do... Enjoy your new bike, I'm more than a little bit envious.
I think you made a good choice the Bike looks the dog's B..... s. Don't get it dirty, will you. Thanks for the video and it was good to see The Production assistant taking an interest, Take care, and I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and New Year.
I have one & you won’t be disappointed. It’s a great all rounder with a perfect engine power delivery from 3k up to the red zone. But happy enough round town in the 20 mph zone. Only niggle I had was the cheap front disk. The bobbin spring washers are too weak and after a few hundred running in miles rattled around on the bobbins so much I replaced it with an EBC disk.. just keep an ear out for it, you maybe ok. But I’m not complaining as the bike itself as a whole, well you’d forgive it almost anything. She’s a peach of a bike. And I’ve owned a good few in my 45 years continuously on 2 wheels
As far as Italian bikes, I have owned a ducati 860, moto morini 500 camel, laverda 3cl 1000, cagiva 650, and currently have a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 Moto Guzzi Stone 750. Have owned several German bikes to include BMW and Zundaps. Grew up with British bikes--meaning Triumph and BSA. Have never been interested in Harley. Owned several Suzuki's to include 2-stroke models and the Wankel rotary 750. The Moto Guzzis have been my favorite above all the rest. Quirky, reliable, tractor-like in that the Japanese "refinement" is not there--but if you love just being connected to machinery and sound--Moto Guzzi!--mike battle
Stunning bike! One of the most beautiful Guzzis ever produced.
I have to say that your bike is absolutely stunning. Looks smashing. I love classic wheels usually and I prefer the older v7 but yours... looks just perfect as is. If I would have any space left in a garage I would seriously consider buying one.
You could always shoe horn one in 😊😉
Great review So good I bought one myself, took your advice with the crash bars and ordered off eBay. The other Add on was a rear carrier from Moto Guzzi, a small screen and fender extender from powerbronze. The bike gives so many smiles per mile, brings back memories of the V50ll I owned in the mid 80’s It definitely has enough power for today’s roads, comfortable and full of character. No rider modes, no self cancelling indicators, no auto lights from DRL to headlights , no Apple CarPlay. I also own a Honda NT1100 which great with all the tech, but the Guzzi is real old school motorcycle. I’ve always said everyone must ride a Guzzi at least once in their riding career. Keep up the good work with your entertaining and honest videos
I own a Moto Guzzi but V9. I am very pleased with it. I am 50 years old and I love this motorcycle.
I sold my T120 awhile ago, and was looking for something a little lighter, less hp. (I’m 64 years old). The V7 850 checked all the boxes for me (I wasn’t aware of the Special Edition @ the time or I would’ve gone for that). Purchased the Stone, and added Agostini pipes, and bar end mirrors, absolutely love the bike. Huge tank capacity, and shaft drive. I think it’s a great value for the $. Rarely see a Guzzi in the States. I agree re: single dial, easy to read, and I don’t miss cleaning the spokes I had on the Bonneville.
Appartenant désormais au groupe Piaggio, je ne pense pas que vous aurez de problèmes pour la distribution de pièces détachées maintenant. Sur ma Breva 750 que j' ai gardé 7 ans, des problèmes électriques oui, des problèmes mécaniques jamais. Une mécanique éprouvée ! Je roule en V7 850 depuis 6 mois et je me régale tant à l arrêt que sur les routes ! V
Lol I'm 67 bought a v7, had it for a few seasons, sold it, bought a t120 Bonneville black, chain drive more power, but now I want to go back to the guzzi stone, my other half thinks I need a shrink, I don't think I will miss the extra power, really miss the guzzi
Interestingly Dave, you beat Stuart Fillingham’s latest upload notification by about 60 seconds. Winner! Hahaha.
Yes! It is THE King of modern classics.
To be honest I love the bike but dislike the speedometer assembly shame they didn’t give it both speedo & tachometer plus the same power as the V85 would have been nice. Still a thing of beauty and I look forward to further content 👍.
It is a great Classic ride. I purchased the same bike last month from Motopia New Mexico here in Albuquerque. Been riding for over sixty years and the Guzzi really puts a kids smile on my face every time I fire it up. The only other ride that’s in the same class is the Kawasaki W series bikes. Yep my W650 and W800 also keeps me smiling. Ride those miles with many smiles amigo and if you ever make it to Albuquerque the coffee (or PG TIPS) is on me.
What a great Christmas gift to yourself ….looks absolutely beautiful. Looking forward to seeing her on the road in the NY
Great to see your 'new bike excitement'! I still prefer the headlamp and twin dash set up of the Special but agree that tubeless tyres are much better to live with, especially when you get a roadside puncture. The colour scheme and exhausts look fantastic. Look forward to seeing your maiden voyage video soon.
Thank you so much….crash bars and pannier frames have arrived so not long now 😊👍🏻
An absolute beauty!! New bike day is always a great day! Your review sealed the deal for me, this will be in my garage shortly! (We are the same age & deserve the excitement, lol). All the best from Canada & Merry Christmas! Ronny
Man, that was one of the best review I've seen on CZcams on classics. Well done.
Keep it up.
Thank you much appreciate that 😊❤️
Brilliant Dave. You’re an inspiration.
Look forward to the journey with the new Moto Guzzi. It’s in the mix for me too for my first modern classic/ retro.
Hope to see you hit 7k before 2024 if everyone pulls their finger out! Cheers, Christian.
Thank you Christian that means a lot to me thank you so much for your continued loyalty and support 😊👍🏻
Congratulations on your beautiful Moto Guzzi! It's absolutely stunning! I own the 2021 special in grey.......absolutely love it! Enjoy the bike. Greetings from the Netherlands
Thank you great to hear from the Netherlands….i have happy memories of Delft and Tilburg
l bought a Lemans in 1978, still in my opinion the best looking factory build 'Cafe Racer' ever. In the same Essex village the local doctor's son owned a Californian.
Aye up Dave !!! What a beautiful looking machine. The sound of the engine and exhaust is intoxicating to my ears. Looking forward to your first ride out. Ride safe as always. Cheers from the States.
Cheers Rick and all the best to you buddy
Excellent choice of bike, miles of smiles on a Guzzi, and the V7 in particular.
It's well worth joining the owners club (MGCGB), one of the friendliest m/c clubs and only £20/year.
👍👍 to MSC, I speak from experience having bought my V85TT from them in 2021.
Thank you Peter I might join up there 👍🏻
TBW very much congratulations on truly a beautiful Italian motorcycle! It just makes perfect sense & will definitely awaken them! This will keep you young & continue the rebellion in you🇮🇹
Merry Christmas TBW🎄
And to you too Steve 😊👍🏻
I have also admired the Guzzis for most of my 34 years of riding, but never owned one. Yours is beautiful and that exhaust is a work of art!? Looking for a second bike in 2024, to sit alongside my perfect commuter RE Scram. The Guzzi is on the list!
Will be a great companion for your scram 😊👍🏻
An excellent choice, Mr. Wheeler ! A simple engine, sensible layout, shaft drive, no excess electronics, and owner maintainable. And value for money. Yes, I had a blue CX500 !
CX 500 love em
Everybody loved 😍 the CX500! I loved mine.
Good Morning Dave , What a cracking bike i have to say that this is going to be my fav bike in your garage , im really looking forward to see this out on the road once you have fitted the crash bars & pannier rails , take care & ride safe
Cheers Steve I’ll be fitting them over Christmas
Great choice, I've had a V7 Stone Centenario since 2021 on which I've done 4000 miles, all of which have been great. I'd recommend a fender extender (along with the luggage and engine bars) as that tiny front guard doesn't do much to stop a wet road grit-blasting crap all over the bike.
Cheers Jim I’ll be sure to source that extender 😊👍🏻
@@thebingleywheelergot one for my Triumph from Pyramid Plastics. £21, well pleased with it.
Absolutely gorgeous bike! Congrats.
Really nice, Dave. Thanks for all the high-resolution close-ups. I have a 2024 Stone Corsa on order and am looking forward to taking delivery. I think if one were really bothered by the offset LCD, one could 3-D print a new mount which centered it left-to-right.
Yes indeed….a cafe race fan then 😊👍🏻
Great bike, nice colours. I owned a 79 Le Mans mkl for 10 years, loved it. Haven't owned a Guzzi since but thought about buying the V85TT. I'm sure you'll get much enjoyment from your new bike.
Totally understand why you love that machine, it’s simply stunning, and yes a true classic. Ticks all my boxes too. Looking forward to future videos.
Cheers buddy 😊👍🏻
that is a lovely bike . rode a Californian demo back in 1976 and have always liked the brand . now 74 and cant handle the weight and have foot problem , enjoy and i look forward to seeing you again . have subscribed ,best wishes .
Thanks for subbing John that means a lot to me 😊
Happy new bike Dave🥳.
Looks and sounds beautiful.
Like you the V7’s are my sort motorcycle, great choice; luv your enthusiasm and energy too.
Ride safe.
Neil
Cheers Neil and all the best to you….ride safe too pal 😊👍🏻
Great video TBW, really enjoy your relaxed presentation style and what a bike to have as the centre piece for this one! Lovely addition and congratulations on the new steed! Sean
@MindfulMotorcyclist Thank you Sean and all the best to you and yours. Hope the BSA repairs go well….just that exhaust down pipe to sort now?
@@thebingleywheeleryeah that's right, I do have a spare down pipe and a silencer but I'm thinking of keeping them until better weather and just sanding and polishing the scuffs on my pipes for now... Other than that the bike is tip top again! Who wouldve thought! Cheers!
Stunning motorcycle; love the colours and that Arrow exhaust. I own a pair of Triumph's but I'm very tempted.
I got my 2023 V7 Stone back in July and I love it so much that I'm still riding into late December. The only thing I might do to it is put on some custom pipes and have it remapped for performance.
Nothing more I can add to my previous comments regarding this bike, Dave.
Truly a lovely machine, particularly in that beautiful and lustrous gloss black. I agree with you regarding this current acceptance for matt finishes. (They look like they've been done with a rattle-can in the garden shed!)😖
Looking forward to future ride-outs on this bike.👍
Cheers Mark watch this space 😊👍🏻
A classic ...classy motorcycle it looks superb....look forward to seeing ...vlogs with it in .😊
Je suis l'heureux propriétaire d'une Guzzi V7 Spécial Edition, surprenante machine, véloce et agréable à piloter ✊
Nice job 👍🏻 , I bought a cb1100rs and love it - retro like yours with a modern twist .
Congratulations Mate! A motorcycle with Soul!
An awesome looking and great sounding model! Interesting that you mention the centre stand or not having one. A fellow locally ordered the centennial version this past June. He opted for a centre stand which the dealer could not supply due to delays in availability from Genoa. He was delivered his machine on the last day of November. Looking forward to the quiz 👍👌👏
Cheers Ian I would only want a centre stand for chain work I think….get your thinking cap on for that quiz 😁👍🏻
That’s going to sound really glorious around those lovely Yorkshire roads in the spring.. enjoy!
Cheers Duncan
Great choice, lovely bike, looking forward to your future videos 🙂. Think I'd still be tempted to put a centre stand on it as it makes it so much easier for checking and changing oil, cleaning, doing tyre pressures etc. I thought you might have bought it from Thirsk or Sheffield seen as their nearer you, but can see why you didn't when I had look at deal's. Will you be going too Nottingham for service work?
Beautiful bike, I agree it would be even better with the twin clocks but it's defiantly a looker. I obviously love transverse V twins as my two bikes are a CX500 (1978 original plastic maggot) and a Moto Guzzi Bellagio and I have to say I love them both. I'm sure you will become a Moto Guzzi fan, what I love about them is people always love to talk to you about your bike. There are also Guzzi owner clubs all over the country where there is loads of knowledge should you ever need it. Enjoy your beautiful bike, I think it even looks nicer than the V7 Stone Corsa.
Thank you Paul much appreciate that and I’ll certainly look at the owner clubs all the best pal 😊👍🏻
I also own this bike , and I love it , I love Guzzi;s , also own a 2021 v7 Special, I totally agree with your assessment of this bike , Love riding it , I also own a 411 Scram as you do , I guess we think alike , I watch all of your videos and appreciate your real world evaluations , Thanks Ernie
I have the same bike here in Spain since october, and each day i love her more.
Absolutely stunning modern classic the Moto Guzzi V7 Special Edition. Looks and sounds stunning ! ⭐️🇦🇺
@pwokaren It’s a most faithful tribute to the Moto Guzzi legacy 😊👍🏻
Another Guzzista joins the fold! Congratulations and wish you lots of safe rides! Grtz from Belgium
Cheers Steven great to hear from Belgium
Congrats on the Guzzi 🎉lovely bike love the colours
Cheers Nick I’m a “black” convert 😉
Beautiful looking bike, Dave. I don't know how you've got the patience to stand and talk about it, I'd want to get out on it as soon as it arrived.
It looks lovely in the gloss black. Shame they didn't paint the rear mudguard in a gloss finish, but there you go.
I like the instrument console. The round look suits the style of bike, and being offset looks more classy than being stuck in the middle.
You're probably out on it now, you lucky bugger. Enjoy yourself and report back how it went.👍
Cheers buddy just need to fit the bars then I’ll be away 😊👍🏻
@@thebingleywheeler 😀👌👍
Absolutely gorgeous! I think your Special Edition is the best looking bike in the 2023 V7 line up!
I am a huge Triumph enthusiast but this bike looks really good..and btw your dog too. Greetings from Bavaria
Hi thank you and great to hear from Bavaria 😊👍🏻
Gorgeous color scheme. That V7 is one sexy bike. I am partial to the Classic version but, like you, I prefer the 2021 blue paint scheme. That bike is on my list, however, for the year 2024 I'm focusing on the hand made Janus Halcyon 250 for my CZcams channel. When I eventually do my European riding episodes it will definitely be upon a MotoGuzzi V7. Enjoy your new bike brother.
That is an absolutely gorgeous bike.
It’s a wonderful bike and I’m looking forward seeing it out on the road.
Also loved the way Eddie looked up is surprise then dashed off when you said it was the most expensive model. 🤣🤣🤣
You’ve sure got an eye for detail there 😂
I love the looks of this bike... except the screen. Tuneless wheels are a big plus. Also I love your assistant. What a beautiful dog!
Great video..Beautiful bike…I just bought the 24 Super Meteor 650. Need two hundred more miles before the first service. Be safe out there…👍
May Motto Guzzi have continued success she’s beautiful .
I’ve owned one and still miss it , that tells you something .
Cheers James agreed 👍🏻
Lovely bike I owned a California 1100 it was brilliant really liked how first gear engaged without a clank or a clunk.
If they do a replica lemans mk1 version as royal Enfield have done with their continental GT I’ll be buying one.
Great looking bike, great classic sound.
Gorgeous bike, doesn't need for anything, quality machine 🙂🏍🇬🇧👍
They really did get everything right with this bike style wise.
Congrats! Great choice. I rode a pal's Le Mans years ago and instantly fell in love. Great bikes with masses of idiosyncrasies. You certainly know your riding it
Love everything about that V7, and have for some time now. The only thing holding me back is the lack of dealers and service where I live in the states, but other than that, it’s a real looker and a tried and true work horse. BTW… Love that Shepherd. Best dog breed ever in my opinion. I’ve had two and both were the absolute best. Congratulations on the bike.
Cheers Mike couldn’t you use a good local Indy mechanic? Eddie is our fourth Shepherd….he’s a rescue this time 😊👍🏻
Disagree on the Shepard comment.The red cattle dog is by far head and shoulders Infront of the Shepard and it's also Australian bred.
Lovely looking machines they are.
Moto Guzzi may not have the longest running name but I'll guess they are the longest running from the original factory currently & still hand built solely in Italy.
Interestingly the V7 doesn't have a centre stand but Moto Guzzi were the first to have a proper purpose built centre stand.
But with shaft drive the need for a center stand is pretty much nil.
That's a lovely bike, Dave! Personally, I prefer the twin clock arrangement, but cast wheels are better. I too thought that 2021 Special in the blue colour was a beautiful-looking bike; pick of the bunch, that one! I agree on the need for engine bars and, as others have said, a fender extender for the front; have both on my Breva 750. It pays to warm the motor for a minute or two first thing, as it makes the initial gearshift easier. Also, I've found that, on the move, pre-loading the lever results in smoother, quieter shifts. It's ironic that the bike doesn't come with a centrestand, given that Guzzi reputedly invented them; one for mine costs $500 here in Oz... Anyway, enjoy; I know that you will! 👍
Great looking bike Dave, I love Guzzi's but have yet to own one but there's time yet ! Love Eddie's appearance in the video by the way! 🐕😊👍
Cheers buddy it’s easier to let him gate crash than shut him away 😂
Looks brilliant!! The design truly flows. I know you like to personalise your bikes but to me the only things I would do is add a small smoked screen (just for looks) and maybe a very low chrome sissy bar - but if left standard still looks ace!!
Cheers Mike good suggestions
Beautiful bike and a lovely dog
Your production assistant and Guzzi are most welcome :-).
I looked at a grey v7 in the flesh yesterday and have to say I’m very tempted to drain the pension somewhat
🙂
Get draining Dave 😂
It looks like it's approved by Eddie 😂🎉.New bike no question you are going to have a Happy New Year.
One very good looking with bags of character, good choice.
Great looking machine Dave can’t wait to see you riding it on the road
The clock well. It is what it is but doesn’t in anyway deflect from the quality of the bike
Great stuff love it 😍
Phil
Cheers Phil it’s growing on me
Lovely bike, great choice. Iv'e a Mk2 Le Mans in small pieces for resto. Look forward to your future rides on this.
That sounds like a cracking project
Thats a very nice bike . When i saw this bike at the show it realy looked impresive . I love the engine note . I still think that the Royal Enfield is great value for money for those of us what cant afford to by a top brand name . It has retro looks and a modern twist . I am going to get a test rid on one and maybe i will sell a couple of my bikes to buy brand new . The first time since the 80s. Happy christmas to all and happy biking for the new year.👍👍👍👍
It's gorgeous Dave 😮 Happy Christmas to you 🎄🤗. We did try one of these (standard black model) before buying the T100, but the demo bike had so many electronic issues it put us off unfortunately 😔. Looking back it was a real shame because like you I thought it had bags more character. Perhaps it was just an unlucky example. If the model you have had been available at the time it would have been my choice too. I can easily forgive the LCD clock and cast wheels and it looks perfect to my eyes. The character extends to the gearbox too. It's a noisy, yet positive gear selection which rewards an unhurried gear change. It's a very engaging bike and something you'll come to love. And we all need to slow down a bit and appreciate our surroundings a little more.
Agree with slowing down and appreciate life and riding at a slower pace.Im lucky enough to have reached an age where I'm already doing this and i consider myself blessed to have reached this milestone in my life.
A couple of points Dave. I’m glad that special riders are more “ refined “ 😁😁 and I can see poor old Eddie thinking “ why is this guy talking to himself all the time “. Can’t wait until mine arrives. The BMW have balance shafts now so it’s not as noticeable. It does look very nice I have to say especially the gloss finish.
Cheers Pal yes you are definitely more refined 😂 Yes I love the gloss…Matt black tank and panels on a bike doesn’t tickle my pickles! 😁
Love the bike Dave, like my GoldStar it's got character by the buckle load. The offset clock doesn't offend me, i just think it looks strange and wonder why they didn't centralise it. That seat looks really comfortable and i do like that it's air cooled. Looking forward to your upcoming videos on it.
Not only is the clock off set , for no good reason it seems , but it is turned a way from level . Looks like a moron designed it and it was installed by someone left their glasses at home . I love these bikes , but I would want the dual clocks and alloy wheels which are not a combination Guzzi sell . I could do with out the Special's chrome , it is really nice , but it would probably suffer corrosion especially with me being slow to polish anything ! So a Stone with two clocks please Guzzi ! And maybe that variable cam timing and power of the V85 engine (for 2024) , real Brembo disks to go with the calipers and fully adjustable suspension thank you . Almost perfect otherwise ! .
Wow! , think you have an excellent bargain there 👌 nice one 😉
Looks very nice, according to Eddie seems to smell nice, and doubtless sounds lovely too. Personally I would like the dial to be central rather than offset, but with the Super Meteor also similarly offset it probably feels familiar.
Aye, that Guzzi is ALL heart!
It's beautiful
Was about ready to purchase a super meteor until i took a look at a v7 850 now a proud owner.Centre stand,dart screen,and engine bars are the icing on the cake.
Great call Michael 👍🏻
Stunning bike. The best V7, for certain. I'd have one. Love the offset single clock. The whole thing is vastly superior to any Triumph or RE. Givi luggage! Only 8,200 on the road. Amazing. Nick
Good afternoon Dave.
I think you have a lovely bike there and I was trying to evaluate why Moto Guzzis attract their following.
I owned a 1200 sport at the same time as my ST 1300 Pan European, the Pan was a supreme tourer, comfortable, fast, handled far better than a bike of that bulk had any right to was ultra reliable BUT, the Guzzi just made you feel special when you rode it or even just stood and looked at it.
I suppose that is what's called charisma.
Happy Christmas and a health and prosperous New Year. Stephen
Cheers Stephen yes that’s a great analysis the Guzzis are great eye candy….that said I love to gaze at the pan
I have a moto guzzi v9. beautiful motorcycle. I am very pleased with it
Wow! I usually likes more the v7 Classic but this one it's just astonishing
That looks gorgeous. I have no intention to change my Triumph Thruxton R, but I'd love to try one of these. Enjoy!
Cheers buddy Thruxton R is a beautiful bike 😊👍🏻
Great review and fantastic bike! I have the V7III Special and it is my love, but I know yours is even better. You didn't mention the embroidered seat cover......who embroiders their brand onto a seat? And you have not had it long, but maintenance is a breeze.....take off a cover and the valves are right there! Air filter under seat, 5 minute job. And the tank holds 5.5 US gallons! And it is low in the frame. But the feel and torque of that engine, with all the power in the 3.500 to 6, 700 range, just where I want to ride.......not in the 6,000 to 10,000 range of so many other bikes.... superb! Great looking bike too!
Yes they’re a great bit of kit Scott and a real looker 👍🏻
Beautiful bike. I have a 2016 Eldorado an it's an awesome bike. One of the things i like about my Guzzi is with a windshield, grip cover and electric warmer and that big fat engine hanging out the side, my riding can be extended further into winter. Kind of hot in the summer but being able to ride more months out of the year is a plus.
That engine must keep the old pins nice and warm
You know it. LOL@@thebingleywheeler
That's a right Bobby Dazzler Dave. I'm a bit Guzzi fan, so I totally agree with your reasons for purchasing as I ent through a similar process before buying mine. The only issue with buying a Guzzi is the lack of dealers, I had to travel to North Wales (Denbigh) as they were my nearest dealer.
Cheers buddy I believe we now have a Guzzi franchise in Leeds so should be okay 😊👍🏻
@thebingleywheeler I think there used to be a dealer called Cob and Jagger or something like that!. I remember holidaying in York in the early 90s and seeing a Guzzi Cali 3 in a shop window in Shipley(?). The dealer did try to sell me said machine, but I was pretty broke (still am!), and i'm sure it was Cob and Jagger or Jagger and Cob. Those days, I rode an ex Met police BMW R80/7 with an RT fairing and Krauser panniers, which I fitted after taking off the police issue Cravens
@AliasMrHackenbacker Cobb and Jagger is still in Shipley mainly Kawasaki and BSA…..
Stunning looking bike!
Welcome to the V7 850 club! There aren’t many bikes that pull at the heart strings and also have such great reliability, practicality and road manners.
Cheers my friend 😊👍🏻
Always loved a Guzzi and the Stone is a cracker! Nearly bought an 850 le mans back in the day but it just felt too small physically. Ended up with a Yamaha 1.1. Looking forward to seeing the stone out and about, and I've made an appointment to talk to someone who says they can help me get over my issues with the instrument positioning. :) Congratulations mate, beautiful bike.
You're correct the Guzzi Lemans was a very compact motorcycle and quite small by some of todays offerings. I'm relatively small in stature....more so in 1978.... so it was okay. Its distinctive profile was beautiful ...in my opinion....
I hear you Brian. I tested the Ducati 900 supersport as well and fell in love, but it was the same problem. I'm not huge but they were just too small, but what bikes they were! I ended up loving my Yammie though, a competent cruiser with teeth like a great white when you needed them. Happy days.@@brianperry
enjoy the new Guzzi, mate, look forward to you getting out on road as you Yorkshire folk say .
Absolute stunner!
Superb bike and great value. When I check a finance calculator my 1978 CX500 would have been around the same 45 years on......a masterpiece in its day but not 66hp and 850 like yours. Its taken Guzzie a long while to get on to water cooling. Keep the salt off it !!!
Excellent awesome bike my friend.. I have a V7 850 Special love it so beautiful to ride and own and I've owned many bikes over the years :) Pete
Cheers Pete they are just works of art
Great looking bike, I hope it's more reliable the the California Stone I had about 20 years ago. I reckon I replaced every single electrical component on it!
Just sold my V7 850 stone and bought a 350 classic reborn 🤔 although while musing the pro and cons of the enfield, I knew my guzzi was still for sale locally... It took a lot of willpower to stop me buying it back... lots of sellers remorse... It definitely won't be my last guzzi....
FYI, the gearbox is very clunky for the first 2000 miles it improves a lot the more miles you do... Enjoy your new bike, I'm more than a little bit envious.
Cheers Brian
Beautiful machine,I have owned ,2,guzzis,a 1994,1000s,and a 1997,1100,sport injection, lots of character, and torque, regards Mike Derbyshire
I think you made a good choice the Bike looks the dog's B..... s. Don't get it dirty, will you. Thanks for the video and it was good to see The Production assistant taking an interest, Take care, and I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and New Year.
I have one & you won’t be disappointed. It’s a great all rounder with a perfect engine power delivery from 3k up to the red zone. But happy enough round town in the 20 mph zone. Only niggle I had was the cheap front disk. The bobbin spring washers are too weak and after a few hundred running in miles rattled around on the bobbins so much I replaced it with an EBC disk.. just keep an ear out for it, you maybe ok. But I’m not complaining as the bike itself as a whole, well you’d forgive it almost anything. She’s a peach of a bike. And I’ve owned a good few in my 45 years continuously on 2 wheels
Thank you I’ll keep an eye/ear out for that 👍🏻