Currently own a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 cc that I have had for 20 years. Once took me 120 miles on one cylinder at highway speed when one spark plug wire crapped out on a Sunday morning with no shops open. At almost 70 years old it has gotten too heavy to maneuver in and out of situations. Purchased a 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone at more than 100 pounds less wet weight. Absolutely love it. Will stay with Moto Guzzi for the rest of my riding life. I have owned BMW, Laverda, Ducati, Moto Morini, Triumph, BSA, Zundapp, Indian, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Cagiva and loved them all for different reasons, but the fact that I can physically handle the weight of a bike that will cruise (illegally) at 85-90 mph for as long as I need, looks good, is reliable and affordable and unique, why shop anywhere else?- -Mike Battle
Wow, thank you for sharing that with me 🙏 I love your experiences, enthusiasm and passion. These are the stories I love about bikers and biking 🤩 thank you
Great job, I’ve got the version one, the perfect bike for everyday commuting, 65000 kms and still going strong. I did however change the clutch plate at 60k, a major job, but otherwise all good.
I can tell you, the build quality is exceptional and such an awesome complete package, love it!! I ordered my V7 Centenario without seeing it and still waiting for it, but this special made me worry I might have chosen wrong.....🙈
Thanks for the post reviewing these beautiful Moto Guzzi V7 roadsters. They really do make a great ownership experience with low maintenance, shaft drive, heritage badge and economy. As a Guzzisti, would like to see a centre stand come as standard; it makes so much sense.
I've had two bikes they were shaft drive shaft drive the only way to go if you're serious rider low maintenance don't waste no time on maintenance this ride
@@markellott5620 While you can possibly get away w/o a centerstand on the Stone version w/ alloy wheels, if you get a puncture on the spoke wheel version, you'll certainly want one in order to remove wheel and keep bike in a upright position.
The original v7 sport was more powerful, I think..... The newer are more relaxed, plus emissions rules are killers on this old fashioned air cooled v twin.. The old v7 was the only European "old manufcater" bike that was looking in the face the Japanese 4 cylinder without being embarrassed, but standing his ground... It was a nearly 200 km/h bike, and reliable
I do agree. Back then especially the Sport V7 was their Pocket rocket Racer focused at exactly that. No emission restrictions, do whatever you can to extract power! Today it is a combination of emission restrictions as well as the target market of Moto Guzzi I believe, aimed at more of a cruiser and poser bike. Still Super Cool though 🤩👌
The V7 850 Special does not have an LED front light. It has a halogen lamp, to look more classy. The Stone / Centenario versions come with LED. be careful when giving out information, or put a disclaimer such as "we might have shared the wrong information, the internet is funny like that"
Guys always do awesome job explaining on these motorcycles I wish I had your job I'd be love riding motorcycles or the old ones keep up the good job always love watching your videos man with the sick neranina see you later or something
Yeah you are awesome job you only thing I'm born and raised American middle names righteous playing the millimeters and can you add on the inches long with the millimeter measurement thank you
My question to you is, if you owned and were happy with the 2012 V7 Special, taking into consideration all of the improvements, would it be worth upgrading to the 2021 model?
Hi, awesome question and very personal and individual. Me personally, No I would not change and upgrade. My reasons for saying no are personal preferences, V7 standing for original V700cc or V750cc which is classic and meant to be. It is now a V850cc which no longer represents a V7 theoretically and to the purists like me and is closer to the V9. However saying that, it is an awesome build, true to design and a pleasure in every sense to ride! On usability yes, I would say the new bike will make you smile as you Play in that motors torque curve...... only Upgrade for poser appeal and playfulness on the motor.
Thanks for a thought provoking answer. I will take a test ride on the 2021 model to see if the differences are worth the cost of upgrading. If not, I could always add a few improvements to the 2012 model I have. Thanks for your video and comments.
Currently own a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 cc that I have had for 20 years. Once took me 120 miles on one cylinder at highway speed when one spark plug wire crapped out on a Sunday morning with no shops open. At almost 70 years old it has gotten too heavy to maneuver in and out of situations. Purchased a 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone at more than 100 pounds less wet weight. Absolutely love it. Will stay with Moto Guzzi for the rest of my riding life. I have owned BMW, Laverda, Ducati, Moto Morini, Triumph, BSA, Zundapp, Indian, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Cagiva and loved them all for different reasons, but the fact that I can physically handle the weight of a bike that will cruise (illegally) at 85-90 mph for as long as I need, looks good, is reliable and affordable and unique, why shop anywhere else?- -Mike Battle
Wow, thank you for sharing that with me 🙏 I love your experiences, enthusiasm and passion. These are the stories I love about bikers and biking 🤩 thank you
Excellent comparison. Thank you. (The Special doesn't have an LED front light though. That's on the V7 850 Stone.)
Great job, I’ve got the version one, the perfect bike for everyday commuting, 65000 kms and still going strong. I did however change the clutch plate at 60k, a major job, but otherwise all good.
very very interesting. Guzzi fans around the world will be grateful!
Thank you 🙏 so much. I just love the Guzzi V7 and their Story
Blue baby, blue! 👌👍👍
Seriously considering the new model beautiful bike
I can tell you, the build quality is exceptional and such an awesome complete package, love it!! I ordered my V7 Centenario without seeing it and still waiting for it, but this special made me worry I might have chosen wrong.....🙈
The modern V7 twins are a development of the V35 and V50 introduced in 1979
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You will love the Guzzi charm and character of that beautiful engine 💪👌
Good stuff
Is that headlight LED?
My apologies, that’s a mistake. It is only LED on the Stone and not the Special
Thanks for the post reviewing these beautiful Moto Guzzi V7 roadsters. They really do make a great ownership experience with low maintenance, shaft drive, heritage badge and economy. As a Guzzisti, would like to see a centre stand come as standard; it makes so much sense.
I've had two bikes they were shaft drive shaft drive the only way to go if you're serious rider low maintenance don't waste no time on maintenance this ride
The lack of a centre stand is a modern fashion that is not an improvement, frankly.
@@markellott5620 While you can possibly get away w/o a centerstand on the Stone version w/ alloy wheels, if you get a puncture on the spoke wheel version, you'll certainly want one in order to remove wheel and keep bike in a upright position.
The original v7 sport was more powerful, I think..... The newer are more relaxed, plus emissions rules are killers on this old fashioned air cooled v twin..
The old v7 was the only European "old manufcater" bike that was looking in the face the Japanese 4 cylinder without being embarrassed, but standing his ground... It was a nearly 200 km/h bike, and reliable
I do agree. Back then especially the Sport V7 was their Pocket rocket Racer focused at exactly that. No emission restrictions, do whatever you can to extract power! Today it is a combination of emission restrictions as well as the target market of Moto Guzzi I believe, aimed at more of a cruiser and poser bike. Still Super Cool though 🤩👌
@@route21garage I forgot, the original v7 sport was also the better handling bike of the early 70's...by big margin
You forgot traction control, and abs breaks
Moto "Gutsi“!
Because Moto Guzzi give wet weights, and up to and including the V7ii were under 200kg wet, the 850 is now significantly now some 25kg heavier.
I also kinda prefer the ii, of its lighter weight. better power to weight ratio.
The V7 850 Special does not have an LED front light. It has a halogen lamp, to look more classy. The Stone / Centenario versions come with LED.
be careful when giving out information, or put a disclaimer such as "we might have shared the wrong information, the internet is funny like that"
My dream bike --the 850 California Eldorado Police Special
Guys always do awesome job explaining on these motorcycles I wish I had your job I'd be love riding motorcycles or the old ones keep up the good job always love watching your videos man with the sick neranina see you later or something
Awesome man 🙏 thanx for the compliment and encouragement 💪
Yeah you are awesome job you only thing I'm born and raised American middle names righteous playing the millimeters and can you add on the inches long with the millimeter measurement thank you
My question to you is, if you owned and were happy with the 2012 V7 Special, taking into consideration all of the improvements, would it be worth upgrading to the 2021 model?
Hi, awesome question and very personal and individual. Me personally, No I would not change and upgrade. My reasons for saying no are personal preferences, V7 standing for original V700cc or V750cc which is classic and meant to be. It is now a V850cc which no longer represents a V7 theoretically and to the purists like me and is closer to the V9. However saying that, it is an awesome build, true to design and a pleasure in every sense to ride! On usability yes, I would say the new bike will make you smile as you Play in that motors torque curve...... only Upgrade for poser appeal and playfulness on the motor.
Thanks for a thought provoking answer. I will take a test ride on the 2021 model to see if the differences are worth the cost of upgrading. If not, I could always add a few improvements to the 2012 model I have. Thanks for your video and comments.
@@route21garage also in the '60 there was the Moto Guzzi V7 850 cc, the History is the same...greetings from Mandello del Lario 🇮🇹🦅👍
@@albertopadovani4237 thank you for that, I did not know that but will definetely Google to find out more 🙏
@@route21garage my pleasure, I think that I know, because I live in the Town that there is this AMAZING Trademark 🇮🇹🦅😉
I appreciate his knowledge of the specs for each.
Exquisite...
Excellent, concise review. Thank you
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Excellent review thanks mate.
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Great review for both beautiful bikes
Thank you very much 🙏💪
Nicely review Man 🇮🇹🦅👍
Thank you, much appreciated 🙏💪