Moto Guzzi V7 III Stone : 1000 Mile Review
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- Moto Guzzi V7 III Stone : 1000 Mile Review
28/10/10 : Touring & Long Term Review just added : • Moto Guzzi V7 III Ston...
06/07/18 : Just fitted a pair of BT 45’s : White-lining has gone! Also they feel more pliant. Much better feel than the OEM Pirelli’s.
** Disclaimer : No littering was committed during the making of this movie although several hundred flies and aphids were most definitely harmed **
1000 miles in and I'm smitten by the Moto Guzzi V7. It's delightful, charming and is actually really quite practical and usable. 52HP is enough to have fun with! This one is a 2017 model, which I bought late last year. The bike is fitted with Dart flyscreen and a non standard, slightly shorter seat from the Guzzi catalogue.
Of course, the siren call of the Guzzi cult is now calling me, so I expect all sorts of oddness to start happening soon.
This video was uploaded in 4K/UHD but as far as I can see 1080P is the highest resolution available. If anyone is able to see the 4K version, please let me know.
It's so lovely that for private use only, here are some Hi-Res images for download.
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As an Italian I can tell you that a perfect pronunciation is not important. You are clearly not Italian so none will be upset for that (beside it's not so bad..you hear much much worse). The only important thing is that you love and enjoy your Italian motorcycle !!:D
Thanks Gerardo! Yeah, I’m definitely not Italian, although I did make a fine risotto this evening and thoroughly enjoyed the Mugello MotoGP 😀 And yes, I love my Italian motorcycle! Thanks for your comments and for watching, cheers, Phil.
He pronounced it perfect and in any case it wasn't so important he did fine. Cool guy.
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
Exactly!
When you see a 5k sub channel with a 200k views video, that's a sign you're hitting above your weight. Your photography is amazing, the framing and color grading is top-notch. I have a V7 III as well and love the damn thing, even though it's turning me into a grease monkey day by day. Cheers from Spain!
Man.. Love the look and sound of this bike. Glad it's working well for you.
Hey James, it’s the best! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Thanks for a useful and artfully filmed review...looking forward to hearing more and your touring experience with the bike.
Thank you Jean-Paul, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching. Touring review coming up later in the year! Cheers, Phil.
Just saw this bike at a dealership today. It looked stunning in person.
Loved the review! Beautifully shot and excellent voice-over
Afternoon, yes, there’s something absolutely delightful about the bike when seeing it in the metal for the first time - and it doesn’t get any less over time. Thanks for stopping by and for your kind comments, cheers, Phil.
This is a 10/10 - review- video, sound and content - you captured the essence of the bike - thanks from Auckland
Hey Steve, thanks very much for your kind comments and glad you enjoyed the review. For info, no littering was committed as part of this video 😀 Hope all is well in NZ and thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
just beautiful and artful work here...very well done! i'm in the hunt for one now and this video just sealed the deal!
Good morning Anthony, many thanks for your kind comments and glad you enjoyed the review. Apologies if it’s helped lighten your wallet though....😀 Cheers, Phil.
Beautiful. Thoughtful. Enjoyable. I watch this review once/ week and it brings me so much joy. It’s a constant reminder of how much I love my Stone. For how big motorcycle culture is in SoCal, I’m astonished how few of them I see here (tends to be the land of Triumph around here). It’s a head turner to say the least. Happy I own one and hope the bike gives you years of joy. Keep making videos! Your pacing and tone feeds your wonderful storytelling.
Thanks so much for your comments Jona and very interesting to get a view from over in the US and SoCal. Watching the video every week - wow! Even I don’t do that😄 I’ll try and get more videos out - next one on the V7 will hopefully be a touring review / however the cinematography won’t be as good as I’ll be taking a pocket camera with me / hopefully the scenery and weather will make up for it. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
That'll be great to see. I love touring videos. I just picked up an Sony RX100 mark 5-- super compact, but has a decent focal length and fast aperture and 4k video. I'd highly recommend if you want the ability to keep it cinematic and also mobile.
Also your 4k version shows up just fine on my computer. If you're exporting anywhere from 35-70 mbps for your bitrate, you're solid, and looks like you've done just that.
Good evening Jona - funnily enough I have the RX100V also - a fabulous little camera - some of the shots in the video were taken with it, although the majority were taken with the Canon C200. You can probably tell the RX shots are the ones with full depth of field - i.e. the final shot. And yes, it's the one I'm taking away with me, cheers, Phil.
Thanks Jona...On my 5K Mac, I don't get the 4K option, but on a UHD TV I do...I wonder if it's a Safari limitation or something? I'll try another browser and see what happens. Thanks for letting me know, cheers, Phil.
Fantastic pictures, and great review. I wish there'd be more!
Thanks Tamas! Glad you enjoyed the images and the review, thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Wonderful review. These little machines look so lovely.
Afternoon Sarah, thanks for your comments and for watching. Yes, it’s a delightful little bike. When I’m washing it I always get people coming up to say they like it / asking what it is. I’ve never had that in 35 years of riding and loads of bikes, cheers, Phil.
The cinematography along with eloquent and concise review make for a great viewing experience. Bravo!
Thanks Kostya - glad you found the review useful. I’ve never been called eloquent before! Cheers, Phil.
Another great review, good to see you're get the viewing figures you deserve for the effort you put into then.
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it! It’s all done for the fun of it 😀 Cheers, Phil.
Another fine video in a perfect overall-quality; you put this Guzzi into your local landscape/surroundings in a wonderful way: best images - thumbs up!
Thanks Ulrich, appreciate your comments and hope all is well where you are, cheers, Phil.
I suppose it makes sense given the name of the channel but I was thoroughly impressed with the photography and production values. Absolute pleasure to watch. Top job. Oh and I already love the bike.
Thanks Rasheed - appreciate the feedback & thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
Great review and couldn't agree more. I just passed 1000 KM on my Anniversario and am loving it. Most enjoyable motorcycle I have ever owned. Ride well.
Glad you enjoyed the review. Such lovely bikes aren’t they? Looks, ride, engine and ease of use are all in the sweet spot. Lots of riding coming up, hope you get a few more in & enjoy every one, cheers, Phil.
mayakovski I am considering buying the aniversario but I have a doubt that you may help me to clear, it is comfy for a passenger for a 2 hours ride? The performance of the bike is significantly affected by having a passenger? Thanks and enjoy your rides
Morning - personally, I'd say it's too small for a passenger - at least for any journey over an hour or so. The engine is strong though, so would be able to handle it. Hope that helps, cheers, Phil.
Thanks!! Best V7 III-video I have seen so far. Excellent imagery, perfect moods, love the soft bokeh... I have to add: I just bought this very same green model (exchanged the black for a brown seat and put spoke wheels in place). Love your film, love the bike. Thanks a bunch
Afternoon Michael, I never expected to hear the phrase ‘bokeh’ in context of a motorcycle video 😄! Many thanks for your comments, it’s good to know the shots are appreciated and the idea behind the video was just that - to get some great images that regardless of subject, look cinematic. Aside from the GoPro footage though! Hmmm green tank / brown seat and spokes...very classy! Cheers, Phil.
Yep, your images do look cinematic for sure!
Great review and beautifully shot video! I think you just sold me a Guzzi.
Thanks - really good to know that the effort taken to get a good shot is appreciated. Sold you a Guzzi? Blimey! Fingers crossed you like it....Cheers, Phil.
I've watched tens of V7 review in English and none of them have been full of "love" like your, bravo!
And don't worry for your pronunciation, I've spent almost 2 years in Manchester and your accent isn't too strong, at least for me
Massimiliano - thank you! Glad you enjoyed the review - yes, I'm very enthusiastic about the V7 - it makes me smile whether it's standing still or moving. Good news about the accent :-) and hope you had a great time in Manchester; it's a great city, cheers, Phil.
Masterfully done! Thoroughly enjoyed the presentation... You are very talented.
Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers, Phil.
Beautiful motorcycle, great review! Moto Guzzi really make special motorcycles. They are great!
Thanks for your comments. And, yes, Guzzi’s are certainly something rather special, not sure what it is, but I definitely like it 😀 Cheers, Phil.
Love the review, I've been weighing up a few different bikes but always liked the look of the V7 best, you've convinced me! Cheers
Morning Tim, glad you enjoyed the review. I’ve convinced you..? OMG hope you like it! Well, I love mine and I’m just about to hop over to Europe on it for a week. Can’t wait! Good luck with your purchase and let me know how you get on, cheers, Phil.
Phil, let me know if you come down to North Portugal!
Good morning! I most certainly will! Cheers, Phil.
Had the V7 Special... sold it for a bigger bike... and still sometime regret that I didn't keep it as a second bike. But most of all, wanted to congratulate you for the beautiful esthetic of your images. Lovely review!
Afternoon Philippe, many thanks for your kind comments...It was a definite labour of love and good to know the shots are appreciated. I sense you have a degree of V7 regret which undoubtedly will only get bigger...And everyone needs a second bike after all 😀 Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Beautifully filmed, wonderful presentation. I enjoyed every second of that review.
Good morning! Really appreciate your comments / it was a labour of love! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
You say your mother would like it... would you say that this would be a good all-rounder for someone who can only manage keeping one bike?
Good morning - well, I don’t see why not. It does pretty much everything you could want - aside from extreme speed and two up touring capability, so if neither of those are required, then it’s spot on. While I’m lucky enough to have several bikes, the Guzzi is the one I’m intending to keep for many, many years and if it ends up being my only bike then I wouldn’t be too upset. There’s a sense of simple ruggedness about the bike, plus it’s one that I think will age really well. As I get older I value aspects of motorcycles that perhaps I didn’t before - such as ease of use and the Guzzi really delivers that. Cheers, Phil.
Great review of a great bike! Thanks for this nice Video!!! Greetings from Germany!
Hey Jens, thanks for the comments and good to know you enjoyed the review. Greetings from England also. Cheers, Phil.
Excellent review with good production values. It's winter here in Michigan, with snow on the ground, so I can't take my first ride on my new, 2018 V&III Special for almost four months!!! Grrrrr. In the meantime, your video is helping me get through the waiting. Best V7III review on the net. Oh, and don't get hung up on saying Guzzi correctly. It's just the same as saying pizza, and no one gets hung up on that.
Good morning! 4 months? Ok, I’m not going to complain about the weather here in the UK anymore...Many thanks for your kind comments about the video - it’s really good to know and good luck with the long wait...It will be worth it! Cheers, Phil.
I’m a bit late to this party but couldn’t resist complimenting you on such a well-presented review. I’m just about to collect my V7 and I can’t wait! I’m a Guzzi fan, having owned a V50 and LeMans mk3 in the past. I know I won’t be disappointed but I do have one worry about my hips, which didn’t really appreciate the riding position - although all other body parts did!
Good morning Arsen, hope you are well and thanks for stopping by. Very pleased to hear you enjoyed the review and congratulations on the new purchase, I’m sure you’ll enjoy the bike very much. Fingers crossed that the riding position suits you but let me know how you get on, cheers, Phil.
Great review. Thank you! I just traded my 2016 V7 II Stone for a new 2017 V7 III Stone. I love them! So much character and class. The riding experience is awesome.
Thanks Pete and yes, I agree, it’s all about the experience...it’s not about fast, slow or otherwise / it’s just rich, involving and rewarding. Combined with a smile...thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
What are they like riding in the wet?
Great review really buying into the Guzzi experience,just passed my test and I think one of these is going to be my first big bike ride safe 😀
And you know what, the bike being an experience is the key point. It’s not just a ‘ride’. Of all the bikes I’ve ridden and owned - the V7 is possibly close to the bottom of the league table based on spec sheet : from an experience perspective it’s at the top. Thanks for watching and let me know how you get on, cheers, Phil.
Great review!!
Just recently got myself a beautiful 2017 V7 III anniversario.
Love it... it's everything I want and more.... quick too! And love the sound.😃
Enjoy yours and safe riding!
Morning James, thanks for your comments and glad you enjoyed the review. Now jealous = The anniversario is gorgeous! Cheers, Phil.
does motto has fuell gage ?
Another Anniversario here in Canada. Great bike. The III does sound a lot nicer than the ii.
Evening Alex - no it doesn't, just a mileage trip and warning light (I think) It does 200 + miles to a tank so I've never gone that far without feeling up. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
James and Rob please like the Facebook page dedicated to Anniversario Owners - we are trying to get all 1000 as members!! What number are you goes?
Watching this makes me want to trade in my new Gixxer. The older I get, the more I value style,fuel range , no chain maintenance over raw speed.
Great video!
Good evening! Well, I waited until I was 51 before getting a Guzzi (having wanted one since I was 18)...So you could be right! I've also started to listen to the radio more, suck boiled sweets and hum under my breath so it's not all good :-) Still, Guzzi's are good for your soul but maybe keep the GSXR AND get a Guzzi if you can! Thanks for tuning in and stopping by, cheers, Phil.
Superb review. Thank you. Just bought a Milano yesterday. Been riding over 30 years but never had a Guzzi. Really looking forward to getting into it. Done the sportsbike thing and it no longer holds any attraction to me. 👍👍
Good evening...ooohhh the Milano is lovely 😊Sure you’ll just love it and you won’t miss the speed at all. The V7 is just such a delightful machine, simple and joyful. Thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
I own a 2017 v9 Bobber. I absolutely love it. My first Guzzi after thirty years of wanting one. I have to admit I'm gushing all over the updated 2021 v7 but dread the thought of having a bike payment. Thanks for the lovely review.
Good morning! Thirty years of wanting a Guzzi…I can definitely relate to that! Like you, my V7 has got completely under my skin despite or because of its idiosyncrasies 😀 And while I’ve got a new V7 on order (waiting six months so far) I keep thinking do I really need to swap….
Great to know you enjoyed the review and hope all is good where you are, cheers, Phil.
Great Review, and really cool spots for filming! Now I'm going to fetch a Coffee and get the LeMans ready for a ride :-)
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the review..and you’ve got a LeMans...Yes, that would make me smile a lot also. Enjoy, cheers, Phil.
Listening to you is very relaxing. Like your the Bob Ross of motorcycle reviews
Thanks Michael! Sounds good! Who’s Bob Ross? Cheers, Phil.
One of the best V7 reviews
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it, cheers, Phil.
Beautiful motorcycle. Breathtaking video quality.
Thanks Xavier - it certainly is a thing of beauty - can't wait for the weather here in the UK to get better and do some big miles on it. As for the video quality - good to know it’s appreciated 😀 Thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
Amazing video, I watched it from start to finish and I didn't even realize it was over
Thanks Alexis...Not sure whether that’s a good result or not, but that’s ok 😀! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews I mean I was so into the video that my time went flying, sorry for the misunderstanding
Afternoon Alexis! I hoped that was what you had meant! Very glad you enjoyed it and for taking the time to comment. Hope you’re having a great day! Cheers, Phil.
I totally agree. I have had dozens of bikes over the years, and like the author, I was also a young two-stroke rev-head at one stage. But you grow up and your values change. More recently I started up a small motorcycle touring company here in Australia, and I was looking for the right bike. The 'right' bike had to be able to get around the twisties, be able to tour the straight bits in between, it had to be economical, reliable, have a good touring range, and most of all - it had to have a bit of 'cool'. I mean, who wants to ride a sewing machine, or do 300+kms a day on a hard-seated plastic enshrouded sports bike, or to try and look graceful doing a U-turn in a car park on 350kgs of American iron... not me. So after many test rides and much research I purchased my first V7. I now have six. Love-em. These are the most under-rated bike on the market. I feel like I am holding onto some news that should be shared. So here I am sharing...
Afternoon David, many thanks for your interesting, well made and thoughtful comments. I think I might need to come to Aus! Of course you need to buy one more so you’ve got V7 x 7...Agree with you completely on all points and I’m off to the Alps on mine in the autumn. I’m looking forward to having no pressure to whizz around everywhere but just to enjoy the ride, the scenery and the ease of everything. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
The Royal Enfield Bullet-Classic has even more cool factor. Although it doesn't have the straight line speed it can U-turn inside one lane. Maintenance is more often but less complicated, it's easier to get right, e.g. hydraulic tappets that need no attention every service. Surprisingly perhaps it has more sophisticated suspension, progressive springs and dual rate damped forks, gas shocks at rear. Even greater range, almost 300 miles. Although on paper very similar weight to the V7, it is significantly lighter to shift about. Both bikes are very easy to ride but the Enfield needs less rider input, less concentration, so one can spend more time viewing the scenery.
@@jeffslade1892 motoguzzi v7 is cooler than Royal Enfield, actually.
Really great video! Also, I see you asked if anyone could watch in 4k, I did have that option as well as 1440p.
Thanks Mike, glad you enjoyed the video and for letting me know about the 4K option, cheers, Phil.
nicely made video and a gr8 review, well done m8
Thanks Chris, appreciate the comments and thanks for watching. It was a labour of love! Cheers, Phil.
I have a V7 III Special in blue...also love, it, great review...ride safe
Morning, blue with the metal flake stripe? Totally lovely! Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment - much appreciated, ride safe too, cheers, Phil.
This is a great video, exceptionally well done. I really enjoyed it. Thanks
That’s really great to know! Thanks very much for your comments and hope all is well where you are. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews not to mention the elegant british accent!
Elegant!!! That's a first!! :-)
Thanks for the review, nice bike, I want one, and your funny, you made me laugh.
Good morning, the V7 is lovely - highly recommended! Thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
What a well organized clip ..LOved the set up for each shot ..VEry well done .. I test rode this bike and almost got it .. The wieght on the middle of the bike reminded me of my 1979 R80 and I loved the handling (and shaft ) .. I just got a better trade in for my Road Star 1700 from the Triumph dealer (who had sold it to me) and they had a left over Street Scrambler for a song ... Blue skys to you ... Yours Guy
Good morning Guy, thanks for your kind comments and good to know you enjoyed the review. As for the Guzzi...Well, maybe next time perhaps! I’m sure the Street Scrambler will be an absolute blast! Cheers, Phil.
Job well done, enjoy the Gutsi! btw, what jacket are you wearing and can you tell something about it, or maybe a vid? Cheers!
Morning! Gutsi? What’s that? 😄 The jacket is made by Merlin and it’s called the “Yoxall” its a really nice, well made piece of clothing at a very good price. I may very well do a review of it as I’ve run out of bikes! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
great video, in all aspects.. beautiful pictures. Great art, greetings!!!
Good morning Maria, glad you enjoyed it and many thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Thanks for the review . This is one sweet looking , and very functional motorbike . Especially love that fuel tank , and the general looks of the 'bike . This machine meets Euro IV specs' without the need for water - cooling ? Shaft - drive too . Am very tempted , but would like one with some chrome/gloss paintwork on it .
Good evening, glad you enjoyed the review & yes, you’re exactly right - the bike is very functional. I’ve just come back from a week in Europe on the bike, covered around 2000 miles and it was just brilliant. Great tank range, great fuel economy and good fun to ride. Plus it looks lovely! I’m sure one of the shinier specials would suit you perfectly. Anyway, thanks for taking the time to comment and for watching. The long distance / 1 year review should be out in a couple of weeks so please keep an eye out for that. Cheers, Phil.
Beautiful bike 🏍 excellent review
Glad you enjoyed the review Charlie and thanks for stopping by...yes, it is a lovely little thing, cheers, Phil.
Beautiful bike 👍🏼👍🏼 Very nice video. I like your pronunciation
Thanks very much, I get into a lot of trouble for that…and for the (apparent) littering 😀 Thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
First time watching one of your videos. Beautifully shot. Nicely done. Now go pick up that rag.
Thanks for your comments and glad you liked the shots. A Guzzi + Cinematography are very well suited. I guess I should have had a final shot of me picking up the rag 😀 (about five minutes later)...thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
I was sure you did. Looking forward to checking out more of your channel!
Thanks!
love this video, you put the right amount of everything.
Thanks Adam, glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
The sensation of the front wheel not being connected to the road and being bounced off line is down to the Sport Demon tyres. I felt that immediately on my V7.ii and so swapped to Avon Roadriders. It now feels well connected and no hop, skip and jump; they don't wibble over road repair patches and they also grip in the wet. They're also considered an upgrade to the BT45s on Bonnies.
Afternoon Jeff, thanks for that. I’ve swapped to BT45’s now (luckily the Pirelli’s wore out really quickly) and the difference is incredible. Thing is when I went for a test ride (on a V7II) I thought “this handles alright” and on the basis of that bought the VIII. On the ride home I wondered what was going on! The front tyre felt like it was floating. I kinda got used to it but now realise the V7II must have something other than Pirelli’s on it. Still all is good now and I might just try the Avon’s next time around. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, cheers, Phil.
80:8 Photography & Design - I test rode the V7.iii and found the Sport Demons skittish. I test rode the V7.ii that I eventually bought with Sport Demons on and it wasn't so bad, the newer bike may have stiffer suspension. I actually preferred the ride on the V7.ii. However I had them change the tyres to Avon Roadrider, which I know. Although not a 'sport' tyre they do have a higher rating and do wear well. Myself, I have not ridden on Bridgestone for some years, so perhaps an unfair comment. Hope they work out well.
Loved your review, this week I will receive mine! is it a good windshield?
Good morning Lorenzo, many thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the review. There’s nothing like the feeling of waiting for a new Guzzi to arrive 😀 As for the windshield, it’s made by Dart Flyscreens and it’s very good quality. On a recent trip to The Alps, I was cruising at 130/140 kph and felt very little head / shoulder pressure or buffeting and while it’s difficult to tell, possibly that was the screen just taking the edge off the wind flow. Either way it looks pretty good! One thing it does do, compared to having no screen, is make the wind noise louder - so earplugs are a necessity. Hope that helps and all the best with your new arrival! Oh, the V7 touring review is coming soon, cheers, Phil.
Im a photographer too, and I just bought a Guzzi. Lot of my photographer friends either go for a triumph or guzzi, maybe there's a correlation between artists and retro standards
You could be right! I've always thought that if you're gonna stick a motorbike in front of a perfectly nice piece of architecture or stunning landscape, it may as well be a nice looking bike! Although I did own a B-King - is that the exception that proves the rule?Thanks for the comments, glad you enjoyed the video and hope you enjoy the Guzzi, cheers, Phil.
Designer here. Triumph. Stereotypes will be the end of me.
Perhaps the overhead view reminded you of the start of the Lawrence movie
I just started my career as a designer and I`m gonna buy a V7 xD
I think there definitely is a correlation. I think people with good taste would agree that the retro standard style is the most beautiful form of motorcycle
Beautifull looking review !
Thanks Pierre! Appreciate the feedback, cheers, Phil.
Great review, I'm American and I agree with your brand pronunciation of the guzzi. It looks like a no nonsense cycle.
Thanks Pete, it certainly is a no nonsense and delightful machine. As for the pronunciation, well it’s all about being comfortable in your own speech and if you’re understood then it’s no problem. And accent, dialect and the varied use of vowel and consonant phonetics make the world a rich and fabulous place. It’s gotta be good if an American and an Englishman can agree on such things! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Couldn't agree more! I've always loved Moto Guzzi's. Can't explain why?! But that noise... And those cylinder heads!! Currently doing my A2 here in France and the V7 III is top of my list. Plodding thru the highway code at the moment. Nightmare.
What jacket are you wearing? Appreciate the review, hoping to get my hands on a V7 III rough in 2022
Morning Mathias, the jacket is a Merlin Yoxall and it’s been brilliant over the four years I’ve had it. It still looks great, nothing has worn out and it’s warm and waterproof. I swap it for my old Rukka jacket when it’s really cold as the Merlin jacket is quite short but aside from that it’s good for 85% of my riding. Hope that helps, cheers, Phil.
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Very fun video .. you humour is very British .. love it .. happy you liked the Guzzzzii .. I have one and love it like my fiance'
Ha ha Thanks! Guzzi's are very special I agree :-)
We've got to get your subscriber base up, it's a hidden gem. You might want to try creating a separate channel just for motorcycles that way it will draw in the two wheeler crowd, just a thought...but again absolutely gorgeous cinematography.
Thanks Mitch. I like to keep things low key so I can please myself what sort of nonsense I upload 😀 That and I’m terrified of going viral + my bike reviews are few and far between given I buy all my bikes...Also, I choose not to monetise the videos so folk don’t have to wade through adverts. Good idea though - I might dip a toe into the separate channel ideas. Maybe one for cleaning products. Again, really appreciate your comments re: cinematography and thanks for the sub! Cheers, Phil.
Oh and hope the test ride goes well tomorrow!
Turns out they are going to bring the bike to me for a test ride! Saves me a 2 hour ride. This coming Tuesday.
Hey Mitch, did you have the test ride? Did you bring one home? Cheers, Phil.
Alas It wasn't for me. Very disheartened. I'm around 6'2 230 lbs. It felt really small. I thought the engine was fantastic, shifting superb, but my hips were screaming in pain.The engine breaking with the drive shaft is impressive. Going to check out the Bobber!
Great review, thank you. I also have the stone in black since 800km and loving it. Which windscreen do you have and does it help at 140km / h ? Thats the only thing i miss, but I dont want a big bulky windscreen which destroy the beautiful line of the bike.
Evening Vincent, glad you enjoyed the review & thanks for your comments.
Yes, like you I didn't want to ruin the look of the bike with a huge screen + the Guzzi one, over here in the UK, is like £170! It's a bit too big also. The one I've fitted is made by Dart Flyscreens www.dartflyscreens.co.uk and comes in at £80. It's real easy to fit and pretty good quality.
It helps a little bit - obviously it does nothing for weather protection, but I find it helps with the wind pressure so that I can cruise easily at 85mph / 135KPH (on private roads only of course). I'd say it's gained me about another 10-12KPH cruising speed maybe? The only thing is, it directs the airflow to the bottom of my helmet - and while it doesn't cause buffeting it is noticeably louder, so earplugs have to be worn. I'm five foot ten for reference.
Hope that helps. Guzzi's are the best! Cheers, Phil.
Thanks a lot, this helps. But I am still undecided if I should buy the Classic or Piranha. But I think the Piranha is only style with no protection. Yes the Guzzi original ones are much too expensive, the small aluminium one looks good, but I dont want to pay that much money and the touring one is too big.
Looking forward for your next videos ;)
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Elegant video for an elegant bike.🥂
Hey Steve, elegant...Gosh, that’s some adjective. Perfect though for the Guzzi, as I think elegant is not what most motorcycle companies are looking for. For me elegant (especially the Italian take) is Vespa, Sophia Loren, washing hung over the narrow streets of Napoli, a good Ristretto and of course, Moto Guzzi.
Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Beautiful bike and beautiful video 👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks Bjarne! I can promise that despite what you see on the screen, no littering offences were committed during the making of this video. Glad you enjoyed it & thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
The intro was brilliant ! Great reference :)
Thanks! Quite a few people missed the reference and got a bit annoyed about supposed littering 😄 Thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews Actually I was shocked as well when I first saw it, it took me a few seconds to understand ^^.
I think the camera angle finally rang a bell.
Great presentation of the bike btw, I love the V7.
Greetings from Paris.
Gaël.
Thanks Gael and of course I picked the rag up - especially as it’s my own doorstep 😄 Still, I was half expecting a load of comments from irate Brough Superior fans and involved comments about longitudinal v-twins versus transverse etc, etc. Paris? Brilliant - love your city, hopefully I can still visit after March 29! Cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews Yes, well, I do not think the Brits will ever be persona non gratta in France (and vice versa). Too much History between our countries, Brexit can't change that.
Well said Gael! I’ll apply for my international drivers permit now - the last one I had expired in 1983 😀
Thanks for this well made, entertaining, poetic review. A welcome departure from the boring, blabbing, rider POV videos. I am also not cool.
Morning, thanks for watching and for your comments - most appreciated. I did try a POV video, but found I couldn’t speak / blab at the same time as riding - and ended up talking about people’s front doors, the weather and other complete rubbish. Very uncool 😀 Cheers, Phil.
Nice review, well done!
Thanks Richard! Cheers, Phil.
After riding one of these it would never be my choice. It was like riding a mack truck. But it great to see you enjoy it.
Afternoon Thomas, I like it because it’s a different experience to other bikes, sort of a genuine throwback to something less refined. But you’re right, it’s a second bike for me and would it have been my choice if it were my only bike? Hmmm tricky! Luckily I don’t have to decide...anyway glad you enjoyed the review and thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
How did you get the windmill to stop turning at 2:33!?!? Great bike, just bought a Special which I love.
Morning David, you’re the first to notice the windmill! I’d love to be able to say it’s a super-power, but it’s two halves of the same scene edited together with the one on the right freeze framed. As for the Special...The paintwork on the tank is just sublime...The only reason I didn’t get one is because I’m a cheapskate 😀 A beautiful bike. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Expat in NZ. Really enjoyed that. All of it. Even the familiar accent. Might even buy the bike.... ;-)
Morning/evening/afternoon and hello from the old world, thanks for stopping by + good to know you enjoyed the video. The V7 is a fabulous little bike, still going strong and still a ton of fun. I’ve had millions of bikes but this one is forever. I can see myself riding it until I can ride no more. Definitely worth buying! NZ? I see things are in control over there so slightly jealous 😷! Hope all is well, cheers, Phil.
Hi, What is the name of the jacket you are wearing with the four button pockets? I enjoyed your video and gave it a thumbs up!
Thanks for the thumbs up Lee, much appreciated! The jacket is made by Merlin : www.merlinbikegear.com/products/collections/yoxall-wax-jacket-olive/
I’ve not had it very long but it’s extremely well made & warm enough for early spring to winter here in the UK. Cheers, Phil.
Great review!!!!! Thank you sir. ❤❤❤
Thank you very much! Guzzi’s are the best! Hope all is well with you, cheers, Phil.
Thanks for the nice review, seems to be a great bike. One question: these are made in Italy, correct?
Good morning - yes, every single bike in the MG model range comes out of the factory in Mandello del Lario - and if my V7 is anything to judge by, pretty much all of the components are sourced / manufactured in Italy also. If that's wrong - I'm sure someone will let us know. Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment, cheers, Phil.
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Very nice Video of a bike I am looking forward to own.
In the video made very good camera-perspectives. Perfect.
Maybe I can own a V7 next year.
52 or 65 hp is equal for my kind of riding.
Greatings from OWL/Germany
Good morning, great to hear from you and thanks for stopping by. It’s really good to know the work is appreciated. The V7 (either the 750 or 850) are fabulous motorcycles to own and ride and really provide an excellent experience. If you get the chance to own one, I, sure you wouldn’t regret it - so please let me know what you decide to do next year.
Hope all is well in Germany, cheers, Phil.
I’ve just bought a v7 carbon. I’m loving it .
Where did you get the fly screen from? And does it cut the air flow down?
Great video
Thanks! The carbon looks fabulous! As for the fly screen it’s made by Dart Flyscreens - it’s exceptionally good quality, very thick polycarbonate and very easy to fit and at £80 lots cheaper than anything Guzzi do themselves. With respect to the airflow, it doesn’t so much cut it down as move it higher and smooths it out, so now it hits me in the chin bar of my helmet yet doesn’t shake my head about. It’s definitely taken some of strain off my shoulders when travelling at cruising speeds. I’d imagine the Guzzi one is better but from an aesthetic perspective, it just looks a bit too big to me. Hope that helps, thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
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Thanks for the great reply.
Nice review, but even better jacket. Could you tell me wich model it is ? Thanks
Evening! Thanks for watching / the jacket is made by Merlin and it’s called the ‘Yoxall’. I’ve not had it very long but seems very well made, fits well and a good price. Not tried it in the wet though, cheers, Phil.
Exceptional video quality.
Thanks and Happy New Year, cheers, Phil.
I got my 850 Special on friday 25/3-22. A friend of mine collected it , as I am not allowed to drive it. The licence no. is NB 7458 , and it looks and sounds great.
I recieved a use + maintenance book, in Norwegian «instruksjonsbok», or a owners manual. Given the average age of Moto Guzzi owners/drivers, they’ve
deserved something better then a 145 mm x 100mm book in small print ! I will have my first date at the mc driving school 28/3-22 . As I do not approve of new things, I am in for a real challenge. Important to stay calm and be patient , hoping to be able to drive this (blue) machine in august/september , alone, and with a
driving licence !
Excellent news! The start of a great new adventure I’m sure. Good luck with your first lesson today. I’m sure that while it will feel somewhat alien to begin with at some point it will click. As you say, stay calm and patient and good things will happen. Please let me know how you get, all the best, Phil.
Hello Phil , a little utdate: I’ve had 5 driving lessons , each 1.5 hour long. The schools bike is a 2 cyl. Yamaha with 700 cc engine . I must admit , I am not the
perfect mc rider, being stiff and unrelaxed, but it is getting better! Have used my V7 on an unused gravel field , trying to learn the basics, and how to drive at
walking pace. I knew mc riding would not come easy , it was the same when I started with both cars and lorries, lots of trying and failing….. But there Are some
good news too , I completed the theoretical test at Statens Vegvesen , witch is the authorities who is in control of the driving tests and licences. Had hoped being
able to drive the bike on a holiday this year , but I do not think it is possible , new plan must be to Get the driving licence this year.
I am a member of the Norwegian Moto Guzzi Club, and they have a Local branch very close to where I live. We meet once a month , with different activities each time. Average age about 60 , grey hairs , and lot of smiles. They Are more into older Moto Guzzi’s, and it is not uncommon to have more than one bike.
May all good people have a nice summer!
What audio setup have you used to record the sound of the bike please? Sounds great.
Morning! The sound at the beginning was recorded into my camera (Canon C200) and the mic was a Rode Shotgun NTG4...hope that helps and thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Nicely video, very good review, U speak well Italian, more than my broken English 😁
Ha ha thanks Alberto 😀 and your English is just fine! Thanks for your comments and for taking the time to stop by, cheers, Phil.
80:8 Photography & Design My pleasure Man, I am crazy about that Trademark and I live in the Ghostown that this Motorbikes is made 🇮🇹🏍👍
You do?! Brilliant!!!
Yes Man, today morning 4 example there was the Museum open and I showed to a private Group the Story about this Trademark! 🇮🇹🏍👍
very beautiful video. Thank you. What's that for a windshield?
Thank you very much - glad you enjoyed it. The windshield is a Dart Flyscreen www.dartflyscreens.co.uk - it helps a little with wind pressure, looks good and is very well made and easy to fit. And it’s a good price at £80. Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Excellent review!
Good evening Nick, good to know you enjoyed it and many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, cheers, Phil.
Lovely, distinctive and not trying to be something it isn't. Great bike.
Morning Martin, yes, absolutely - it just kinda feels like a continuation of every Guzzi ever made, rather than an overt attempt at producing a ‘retro’ bike. It’s a very nice, practical and fun bike with no pretensions. Love it! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, cheers, Phil.
The way you pronounce Moto Guzzi is absolutely fine. Great Review and fantastic pictures!
Thank you very much Stefano, pronunciation approval is very important! Glad you enjoyed the visuals & thanks for watching, cheers, Phil
Awesome review!
Thanks! Cheers, Phil.
I love the wind shield/screen. Did that come with the bike or did you order after purchase?
Just saw the comment further down. Did you make any more additions?
Evening Peter - thanks for stopping by. Aside from the Dart Flyscreen, the only other change has been to swap the stock seat for a slightly shorter version from the Guzzi catalogue - mainly because I liked the embroidery on the back...Shallow perhaps, but happy to admit it! Cheers, Phil.
Great review, I'm liking the Milano. Thinking the xjr may have to go!
Thanks! The Milano does look lovely..XJR..That will be some change! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Great review, thank you!! Just love Motoguzzi, as a 50 years old beginner (use to have maxi scooter) will you recommended this beauty as a first bike!? Is this bike good for touring longer distance? Thanx and regards from Serbia ✌️🇷🇸
Good morning Alen, hope you’re doing well. The V7 would make a fine first bike I think - it’s easy to ride, not too powerful yet is still a proper motorbike. Compared to Japanese bikes it’s somewhat idiosyncratic - in that it’s lumpy, the suspension is basic and the handling a little bit old school (say compared to a CB500) but hey! That’s the Guzzi experience! And of course it’s way cooler than a CB!
As for touring, absolutely - it’s a perfect little tourer - you’ve got a big tank range, shaft drive, comfort and enough speed to cover plenty of miles. I took mine around Europe a few years back and covers around 3000 miles and it was great.
Hope that helps and thanks for stopping by, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews Hello Phil, thanx a lot mate for your answer. Will go soon at Belgrade to have a test ride with this beauty and also her big sister V85TT. Motoguzzi have character, beautiful design and tradition for the engine who make a wonderful sound. Sorry for my school english (my french is much better 🤪). Have a nice rides and enjoy, cheers 👍🇷🇸
Hey Alen, let me know how you get on and your English is cracking! Cheers, Phil.
great video. I have the v7III Special myself. only gripe I have with mine is I cant figure out how to change my average fuel consumption from litres to mpg. does the stone have this function? have you figured it out?
Morning Jon, thanks for the comments and for watching. As for the unit of measure for fuel consumption, yes the stone does have this. I spent a slightly confusing 17 minutes getting it sorted. It’s in the manual page 44, but in order to edit the various functions, you have to be in “Odometer’ mode first, then press and hold the mode button for a few seconds until you are able to edit the various functions. Changing the odometer unit of measure is the 4th one. Once there you press the mode button quickly to toggle between miles and KM. It’s a bit hit and moderately frustrating - so suggest you do it on a wet Sunday evening...Good luck! Cheers, Phil.
I have never ridden a Moto Guzzi and I don't know anyone who owns one. I ride a BMW 1200 GSa from 2010 that I just love in most respects. However I have always been intrigued by the Guzzi's since I read about them in a magazine as a child. I also saw a v7 Stone parked in the street a few days ago and must say it really looks beautiful! It seems a bit strange to me to only have one disc brake at the front and not to have more horse powers but then again I haven't ridden this bike. I really enjoyed your video and your way of telling what you think of the bike. Thanks from Sweden!
Hello! Well, if you’ve been intrigued by Moto Guzzi since being a child then you were obviously brought up well and now need one in your life 😀 The horsepower is just fine and perfectly compliments the chassis. Unlike other “retro” styled bikes which have modern underpinnings, the V7 is more like the real deal yet engineered very well but you still ride it like an old school bike. I took mine to Europe a few years back and it never felt lacking. It would cruise at 85mph all day, scrape its way round corners and had a 200 mile + range. Perfect!
The front brake is fine also, particularly as the front suspension is soft and not so well damped, yet still somehow seems to work really well.
Thanks for watching, hope all is well in Sweden 🇸🇪, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews Thank you for your interesting reply! I believe it might be time to give Moto Guzzi an honest try! They are really beautiful bikes, that's for sure! Take care!
Hot cool retro motorcycle, I love it, excellent review. 👍🏽
You’re totally right! And it’s very usable and practical...what more could you want. Glad you took the time to watch and comment, much appreciated, cheers, Phil.
Always loved the Guzzi brand, the shame is the dealer network, very few and far between. Class act that will last decades.
Evening Ray, you’re right, there is something incredibly authentic about a Guzzi..Why else would they continue making an absolutely mad engine configuration, that makes no sense on paper, yet, makes perfect sense when ridden. I’m lucky in that there is a Piaggio dealer 100k away, while my local non-franchised dealer is a Guzzi-Head. Having said that, the V7 has a sense of absolute solidity about it...So yes, a class act - I’m even considering buying a t-shirt! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
that must be the most artistic motorcycle video I've ever seen.
Thanks! Tried my best! Cheers, Phil.
I really enjoyed your video, thanks for sharing
And thanks for watching and for taking the time to leave a comment, cheers, Phil.
Nice review! I love the V7 series but for riders over 6', I reckon this bike would be a bit too small. I still enjoyed it during my short ride but not sure how I would feel after riding it an hour or so. I will probably go for a Stelvio but I will check out the V9 Roamer for sure.
Thanks - glad you enjoyed it and good to know! Yeah at 6ft you might find it a little cramped - I’m 5’10 and while it’s perfectly comfortable I wouldn’t want to fold my legs up much more. Having said that though it’s easy enough to slide back on the seat. But yeah a V9 could be a better option size wise. Hope that helps, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews It did. Thank you Phil and keep the shiny side up!
Always! And you too!
Exquisite review, sir. Wouldn't expect anything less elegant from a Guzzi rider.
I would really appreciate your view on a matter: After a little more than a decade, I have decided to get back into riding and purchase my first moorcycle. I used to ride my father's bike for a while (I was 24). In retrospect it was not a fun experience - mostly due to my beginner mistakes on a relatively non-forgiving 90s japanese chopper. Now, being at the age of 38, I find myself more mature when on the road and still in denial with speed. As I consider myself a novice rider, I would like your opinion about the v7 being my first ever bike. Some reviews tend to mention the sensitive throttle as a big No-No for inexperienced riders, while others (the majority) tag the v7 as a great (if not an ideal) bike for people like me.
Of course, Guzzis are far more than just a plane label - it's a way of thinking life as a whole. It's a "cherishing every moment" kind of bike - if I may be more philosophical! But, philosophy or romance aside, being a little practical is not harmful - especially when it comes to being safe.
Forgive my impertinence!
Good morning - many thanks for your kind comments and it’s very good to know you found the review enjoyable. Like most modern bikes with fuel injection, the initial clutch out / first gear / accelerate manoeuvre can feel a little “digital” especially given the Guzzi clutch pull and throttle are so light. Thing is any rider will get used to this in five minutes, so in no way is it a problem. Once on the move it’s an extremely easy, forgiving and comfortable bike to ride. Not scary yet has enough for a rider not to get bored. Downshifting is a different technique to chain driven bikes with a slipper clutch - you just need to feed the clutch out slowly so the shaft doesn’t get upset. Again, in five minutes any rider with a bit of feel will deal with this no problem. Seat height is super low, it steers easy and instils a lot of confidence. If you’re looking for a beginners bike which you want to keep, the Guzzi is it. If however, you want a beginners bike for say six months before ‘moving up’ then any of the Japanese 300 cc bikes are probably better. Thing is, once you been bitten by the Guzzi bug....there’s no going back! Hope that helps and thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
@@80eightReviews I thank you for your thorough reply. The thing is I've already been bitten by the Guzzi bug, before I even ride one. Surely, I fall into the first category - I intend to keep it. Again. many thanks.
Came here for a long term review. Was satisfied when he called himself an ass and blew out the match.
Wonderful Pictures, wonderful Bike , You are really an artist of photografische, Things Up, sorry about ja english 😉
Thank you Toni! Glad you enjoyed the review and the images. I obviously can’t speak Italian (or German) so no apology needed! Thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.
Complimenti, ottima recensione e bellissima moto.
Afternoon! I’ve no idea what you’re saying but I’m sure it’s all good 😀 thanks for watching and taking the time to comment, cheers, Phil.
Guzzi is how we have always pronounced in blighty, my French mates say Treeomf for Triumph, and yanks Doocarti so each to their own. Owned several Guzzis, great bike, shaft drive and tappet adjustment make for easy maintainance, I would guess, fuel injection has now made the throttle lighter? , Moto Guzzi club GB used to be good club, good rallies and knowledge.
Guzzi trivia-the MGCGB magazine is (or was) called Gamabalunga, which means long legged in Italian,, Bloke called Steve Wesson had a small guzzi shop and he went on to open the Ogri cafe.
The guzzi factory is still in Mandello, where they had a wind tunnel to design streamlining. Great Marque,Ewan McGregor is (or was) a guzzi fan., enjoy your guzzi.
Afternoon Jaques, thanks for all the interesting information! Great to know the MGCGB took the name from the Coburn and Hughes ads / or was it vice-versa? And yes, the throttle is very light, as is the clutch and gear shift. Very happy also that my pronunciation isn’t causing any problems 😄 thanks for watching, cheers, Phil.