Moto Guzzi V7 Racer - thoughts?

[Surj]

so it turns under, instead of over?

Gotta ask louemc. See above.

 

[louemc]

Gotta ask louemc. See above.

How about sideways...rocks the bike sideways, changes the lean sideways with power applications from on the gas and letting off the gas.

And I don't even want to discribe what can happen in the worst case scenerio But the pavement sure comes up fast.

Who needs it?

 

[VicTim]

All I can say that if it's a retro classic and says racer, it's not going to be fast.

 

[louemc]

Anyone happen to know what a Mert Lawill Street tracker costs?
That's trick and retro and the engine turns the right way, to boot

 

[vato_loco]

Moto Guzzis are an acquired taste. But once onboard they provide a unique perspective of motorcycling, one that includes membership in a worldwide brotherhood of enthusiasts. They're super easy to wrench on, which makes a spotty dealer network somewhat irrelevant. I rode a MG for tens of thousands of trouble-free miles, and still miss that bike to this day. These machines have a visceral feel that other motorcycles lack. As I mentioned earlier in this thread, I'll own another Gootzie someday.

Here's a good review of the V7:

[Youtube]JIZ3wJnDC1Y[/youtube]

 

[Howellerman]

I sat on the V7 at last Fall's IMS and really like it. Had a great set of bars, feels good between the knees, and just felt "right". However, when I looked up the specs it was really disappointing it did not even churn out 50 HP. Coming off a Monster 1100S I think I would have a problem with it, although it sure felt nice!

So did the Triumph Thruxton, which is also down on power quite a bit. But those willowy twins do resonate with this "Child of the 60's"!

 

[Surj]

How about sideways...rocks the bike sideways, changes the lean sideways with power applications from on the gas and letting off the gas.

And I don't even want to discribe what can happen in the worst case scenerio But the pavement sure comes up fast.

Who needs it?

I ride a bike with a longitudinal crank and it doesn't make me fall over.

As if transverse cranks and chains don't do stuff to the bike when you get on and off the throttle/brakes.

 

[Carlo]

I've never had a problem with my BMW's "torque effect", and I rode a borrowed V11, which didn't show any noticable effect while riding fast on a back road.

 

[Beauregard]

That is a very, very cool looking bike. But it is not $9900.00+tax+fees cool.
$10k buys a lot of bike these days.

And because you have to put a pipe on it, maybe price aftermarket parts for the Guzzi first.

 

[achung123]

Look into Thruxton - it has better style (IMO), more accessories, better dealer network, more power, probably cheaper too. You can pretty much forget about Duc Sport 1000 - it's really hard to get, and it has it's own set of problems. The other way to do it is customize a HD - $hit, did I just said HD?

Check this out:

 

[protokultur]

Check this out:

Is that some kind cush drive rear from a ducati?

Everyone already said what I know about the V7 guzzi's - style is there but it's slow and seems like all of the italian bikes are having trouble with expanding gas tanks.

 

[VicTim]

Is that some kind cush drive rear from a ducati?

Everyone already said what I know about the V7 guzzi's - style is there but it's slow and seems like all of the italian bikes are having trouble with expanding gas tanks.

The bike you're looking at is a HD xr1200 they also have expanding gas tank issues.

Ask me how I know.

 

[bluesjr]

Its a nice looking bike but from what I know Cafe Racers are built not bought.

yeah, this reminds me of the fixie bike craze. I built a couple for my son, then a couple for myself. I really went after it: found old frames, scrounged parts, learned a few things about wrenching. I thought it was pretty lame when I saw them showing up at shops and online ready-made.

 

[auntiebling]

The bike you're looking at is a HD xr1200 they also have expanding gas tank issues.

Ask me how I know.

getting in the habit of leaving it empty as often as possible might slow things down. maybe. my triumph has a plastic tank too, fingers crossed because it's old and out of warranty

 

[Ogier le Danois]

The standard one is a much nicer looking motorcycle compared to the "Racer".

I imagine it is fine bike, but too much $.

But my opinion is suspect because I have always wanted a Breva 750.....

 

[HappyHighwayman]

My friend got a V7 Classic as her first bike because she had money to blow. Issues with the tank aside it's a great first bike for someone who's not afraid of dropping it. Shaft drive, etc....might be underpowered but did the highway no problem.

 

[Marcoose]

Cute, but I prefer the garage-made one-of-a-kind racers. Industrially made by the hundreds/thousands just doesn't do for me as far as racers. YMMV.

 

[VicTim]

getting in the habit of leaving it empty as often as possible might slow things down. maybe. my triumph has a plastic tank too, fingers crossed because it's old and out of warranty

I'm on my second tank and getting ready to try a third. It's not really a big deal but it would be nice if it wasn't an issue.

 

[Grudz]

Just to be clear- the fuel tank on any motorcycle falls under a 5 year emissions warranty, not your normal factory warranty. Also, most manufacturers are willing to replace beyond that to avoid class-action lawsuits(it's not just happening to Italian bikes). ALSO, leaving the tank with little fuel in it is not going to stop the problem and is ridiculous. You should not even have to think about it. If you want to stop the problem on a plastic tank bike, get it coated. I've used T Markus in Burbank, CA. His work is stellar. His price is fair. His method is extremely thorough. And he stands behind his work. He has been lining tanks for Pro Italia and other shops from around the country for a few years now. TMarkus.com or 818.759.4724. Or get a bike with a metal tank...he lines those too(if they are rusting).

 

[Blankpage]

There used to be a regular at the wall 7 or 8 yrs ago on a Guzzi. I think its the only one I've seen in the flesh.
I had a buddy that swore it's the only Italian bike he would buy. Seemed to think they were as reliable as a brick.