Moto Guzzis V85TT with my friend Charlotte
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
- A sunny day riding the V85TT with my good friend, I have covered a few miles on this bike now so an assessment is appropriate.
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I've had a number of Guzzi's over the years. Also tried other makes and after a few years I decided to get back to the Guzzi and ordered a TT in the same colour.
I took out a demo a couple of weeks ago and didn't want to take it back! I traded in an Africa Twin which has no soul, but a great bike on its own.
I still own a Sport Corsa 1100i since 1999. Nothing is like the soul of these machines.
I like your vids!
Thank you for your comments, I have to agree with, whilst so many bikes are technically brilliant they just lack something you can't quite put your finger on then suddenly it hits you "SOUL".
I'm glad that I, you and a lot of other owners have similar feelings about V85. It is so nimble, effortless, comfortable allround bike with very good consumption. Open road, twisties, sun and big smile on your face. 😎🛣️
The big surprise to me was the fuel consumption and effortless is a great description, thank you for your comment its appreciated.
Overtaking on solid whites, naughty boy😁😁😁
Glad you're enjoying the bike. You seem to have more zest in you👍👍
I think I was inside the solid lines (just) and Charlie always brings the best out in me.
I should coco!!
I also noticed,
You both looked comfortable,
But be careful of going over solid white lines,
How about a review of the lunch?
@@johnwebley3790 Camera angle deceiving you, just inside honest guv, The lunch was a simple affair I had an all day breakfast and Charlie scrambled egg on toast.
Lovely machine, suits you sir! Enjoy 👍
Thank you I am surprised at easily I have adapted to it.
nice bike,like to hear the pipe sometime,i enjoy your videos much.. beautiful country side there. maybe we all can do more riding soon.
I am looking forward to more rides in the very near future
Its a great bike , ive only done 250 miles on mine with the weather being so bad, Charlie looks like a good pillion and would be great to see her on her own bike soon👍👍👍
I did broach the subject of her riding but I don't think she was that interested, spring will be here soon and you can go for great rides.
I've always seen "adventure" bikes as a bit of a fad with everyone wanting to be associated with Long Way Down etc. but recently I've been out with quite a few medium sized "adventure bikes and I can see how they make a lot of sense as a "do it all" option. I'm sure they probably lack the high speed continental travel ability of the big dedicated tourers like the Norge but they can tour and when you get to your destination you have a bike that is pleasant to ride about in the towns or back roads. The only issue I have with them is being just under 5'8" with a 29" inside leg I don't fit on most of them and as for the big capacity ones I sat on the Africa Twin at the bike show and I'd need a step ladder to get on it and a parachute to get off again.
I agree with you 100% on the fad status of adventure bikes, but light weight tourers leave a lot to be desired and naked street bikes are not that comfortable so the adventure style ticks quite a few boxes. I'm 5"11 and no idea of leg length, so all I can suggest is keep trying different makes and models until you find the right fit for you. I am quite surprised I actually went for this bike but I am glad I did.
I would also add at 5’ 9” I have learned to always slide to one side or the other on stops. Let’s me ride anything I like when I am prepared and know my stopping plan :). Be a one footer and you can ride them all!
Im going to state the obvious, Charlie is a stunner.
She is and has personality to match
@@oldguyinshed1703 i dont doubt that😍
Lovely Bike, I bought it as my first road bike, loving it so far. It's a bit heavy if everything before that was a 125cc crossmoto. But the weight disappears when you get rolling. Enjoy the miles
I'm sure it will give you years of great service
Taken similar move. Norge gone but replaced by Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro which is just fab!
That's as bigger change as I have made
Thats a great looking bike. Are you thinking about getting the front lower mudguard for it too?
I've 'cleaned house' and sold my '91 BMW K75 and '97 Honda ST1100 this past month...making room for a new V85tt Travel. Looking forward to putting some miles on it!
I have to say it is an easy bike to put big miles on , I have found adapting to it very fast and satisfying.
@@oldguyinshed1703 Closest MG dealership is hour & a half away but they have several leftover '20 & '21's at reduced prices...I'm weighing pros & cons of Euro-4 vs Euro-5 spec models. I have my choice of either.
@@kristopherwuenstel5428 I would go for Euro 5 as they made a lot of subtle changes and improvements.
@@oldguyinshed1703 Just closed the deal on a new leftover '21 Euro-5 V85tt Travel...I pick it up next week!
@@kristopherwuenstel5428 many happy miles ahead
Nice review and well said.
The one point I have seen others say is it runs out of “go” at high speeds. Like you I diagree. The bike will break 90mph easy. Where are these reviewers riding and why so fast :).
Bike is a great all arounder with character, old school charm and a few high tech features all without a chain and radiator…I call that ideal!
I think some of the reviewers are sport bike orientated so yes the V85 will seem sluggish and it isn't as punchy as the 1200cc Norge. All that said I find it to be a great all rounder, especially as it was bought to make my life easier when manhandling it. I feel that when reviewing a machine one should keep in mind the reasons for the choices being made.
@@oldguyinshed1703 Agree. One of the reviewers was the famed Missenden Fly who I respect. However he is a 1200 GS rider and possibly use to faster speeds as he owns a Street Triple. Again to you point, "mind the reasons." Keep up the reviews!
Sounds like you made the right decision trading in the norge with no buyers remorse well done looking forward to my videos
I think it has been the right move for me at this time.
If TT had an 1100/1200 engine then I'd consider buying one.its a great looking bike
Sometimes, "less" is "more"
They do it's called the Stelvio, I chose the TT because it's lighter, I have ridden a Stelvio and they are awesome but for me the choice I have made I think is the right one.
@@oldguyinshed1703 I'll try and test ride one I need a bike for two with luggage, I think the 85 TT would struggle a bit👍.
@@garys4756 I met a chap who toured to Croatia and back camping with his wife, now that is a trip I could no longer do but I am sure the V85 could. I am very surprised how capable this bike is.