My NEW BIKE Revealed! Not What You Expected?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ส.ค. 2024
- My new motorcycle is now revealed! How many of you guessed it correctly? We had a wide variety of guesses of all makes; some were along the right lines and some were way off! We had guesses of, Triumph Speedmaster, T100, T120, Moto Guzzi V9 & V7, Harley Low Rider ST, Indian Scout Bobber, Street Triple RS and many more, even Vespa!
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Most of you however guessed correctly!
That’s right, I bought a Moto Guzzi V7 Special. In my opinion the BEST and truest modern classic motorbike on the new market. I have lots of plans with this machine in terms of customisation and road trips so watch this space!
An hour on a Guzzi - "Ooh, that's quirky"
A couple of hours on a Guzzi - "I could live with this"
A day with a Guzzi - "I don't want to ride anything else"
Awesome 😊
Yep, that about says it. 😂
It's gets worse, you end up buying more of them.
A year with a Guzzi, I don’t want this anymore.
@@douglasalexander4348 You can just pull up a chair to the side of the bike and check the valves yourself. Less than a half hour to do both sides.
Anyone who has been paying attention isn't surprised by your choice. Congratulations on the stunning new machine!
Many thanks 😊
My dad introduced me to Guzzis 20 years ago and I've been hooked ever since. Enjoy the new bike!!
Awesome to hear 👍🏼
Excellent choice Darcy (but as a V7ista i'm a bit biased). 12k miles on mine and i love it as much as day one. For me, bar end mirrors improve the look considerably, of the Stone at least. I haven't gonw for slip-ons due to the cost, so looking forward to hearing about that (I feel sound quality has improve a fair bit with age). Happy riding... and i know you'll enjoy random people asking you about it.
The V7 850 Special is a lovely looking bike , must admit I prefer the original metallic blue paint scheme to the black one however it doesn't change the fact your new toy is indeed an excellent replacement for your Harley.
Thanks 😊
Change the exhaust!?? The one it has, is so classic, brilliant chrome, just right for a classic.
I don't understand that either, is this some kind of fetish?
Mistral or Agostini slip-ons are available in stainless, polished steel and they sound better (okay, the originals are also very sweet but more bass is better) and the looks are the same or similar as the original ones (depends on the model). I bought Agostinis for my V9 Roamer and it sounds much better now and in my case, same style and look and also the weight is a lil bit less than the original.
I generally like more exhaust sound, but the exhaust on this bike looks great. I would not change it right away, try it for a year.
@@free2roam674 right, I had my V9 for 2 years before I bought the Agostinis ;-) I think Mr Darcy needs more sound much earlier than you and me 😀
@@davidmallia628 My experience: I changed mine to Mistrals just 4 weeks after the purchase because I got an opportunity to pick them up used for half the price. Yes, they sound great BUT now the bike is always pretty loud whereas the stock exhaust could br driven "quiet" but also got quite loud once you cranked the RPM. Took some time to get used to constant higher volume....sometimes I miss that moment when the bike switched from tame to loud with the stock exhaust. Mistral also offers some "silent db eater" that have to be ordered directly if you want something in-between Stock and Mistral-Stock.
Moto Guzzi is the best. Once you get one, you end up with 2...or 3...or 4
I’m the proud owner of a v7 III stone (2020) with more than 40.000 km and it’s the most wonderful bike I’ve had in my 48 years of age (well, I also have a 1996 Moto Guzzi California 1100i and it’s stunning too. 😀)
Enjoy the bike and enjoy the brand man.
Congrats!!
Many thanks and great to hear 👍🏼
Greetings from Las Vegas!
Congratulations on a great choice. As a former Guzzi owner, I’m sure you’ll be very happy with the bike.
You’ll find the ownership experience is unlike any other brand. Seeing another Guzzi rider on the road is practically a family reunion.
Looking forward to the upgrades.
Awesome, many thanks 😊
Great choice, although I’m a little biased as I have one myself. Customising? Then it’s time for engine bars, Mistral short slip on exhausts, centre stand, front mudguard extension and a USB power point for your phone. A great bike: it does everything well! (And the nasty off centre speedo on the Stone? It’s great! 🤣🤣)
Awesome to hear and many thanks 😊
Coming from a Softail myself. Have 2k miles on my 2023 Stone and had the first service. Some tips I hope you find helpful Darcy:
• Until your first service, the TC may be locked on 2. Far too intrusive, esp. on rough roads.
• If the seat is causing pain, don't hesitate to get one of their (great) gel comfort seats (for you the tall may be best).
• I installed 1" riser spacers that look stock (MSG me if you want a link). Perfect position. 2" also avail.
• Get the Mistral slip-ons. Worth every cent. Removable DB-Killers. I went with the long ones.
• The UP-Map device and tune transforms this bike. No 1st gear dead spot, smooths the 3.5k-4k roughness, POWER!
• Did I mention getting the tune?
• My favorite bike (once tuned) in over 40yrs of riding. Don't miss the Harley a bit.
• Get the tune. (Forgot to mention it...)
Hello Darcy. I got my guzzi v7 special in black (exactly the same as yours) back in April, largely due to your opinions presented on this channel. Thank you for such a tremmendous recommendation, I have done 2200kms so far and I am totally in love. Have fun with yours! Best of luck and geetings from Cracow, Poland.
That’s amazing to hear! I’m am also equally in love with this bike. It’s just incredible isn’t it!
I knew it was a Guzzi from the video thumbnail, even with the blackened silhouette...and I knew it was an 850 special even with the blurred camera focus lol. Fantastic choice there, mate! Crazy as it sounds, the bike will loosen up once you hit 15,000 mi (24,140 km). Just how these bikes are. Will shift smooth as butter, purr along like a sewing machine, etc. Neutral is going to be slightly easier to find, but it's always going to have a difficulty level to it. Just how the Guzzi's are. Again, congratulations on it!
Thanks 😊
In was commuting 225 miles when I gave Guzzi as a brand a turn. I needed 100% reliability. It was year 2000. The wiring was Bocsh and sealed and I enjoyed reliability and home maintenance cutting my costs. There is a good club and forums too. Then went to BMW. When I rode a Guzzi at the time, biking folk were quite wary of the brand often negative. Apart from paint issues they were reliable. Gearbox took a while to warm, say 6 miles, visceral riding. No fiddly chain. What they produce now are really good bikes. Surprised not to see more of them. Congratulations. Enjoy!
Thanks 😊
The gearbox on the V7 850 also needs to warm up. It cazn be tricky to switch to 2nd gear right after start-up ( mostly in colder weather)
But overall, super easy to maintain. Oil change is straight forward, no chain, just fluid changes. Valve adjustment is also easy to do at home, but would recommend to get a center stand for it.
Superb choice! Love to see that you finally bought your own V7. They are great bikes.
I've got an older model, a 2014 V7 Racer, and have been looking at the newer 850 as well. I haven't upgraded though as I love my V7 and I've grown really attached to it. I've bought mine 4 years ago and done almost 15,000 miles - and no plans for a replacement any time soon! So much character and so much fun in the twisties - I'm convinced you'll enjoy yours as much as I enjoy mine. Many happy miles!
Great to hear and thank you 😊
Congrats on the new bike Mr Darcy!
I purchased a Honda CB1100RS in 2020 after watching your review of that model back during COVID times. This bike looks similar that muscle bike look, muscle bikes are so so so rare over here now because they don't meet Euro5 emissions rules. The CB1100 has been discontinued aswell now so i will never part with it.
Anyway i wanted to post here because you look around the same age as me and i always thought it was more popular/ mainstream to get a chopper or Harley but like me you have chosen to go with a muscle bike! just reassures me that i was right to go with my gut and not with the crowd because even someone like you who test rides all these bikes still chose to sell his Harley and buy this beast!
Great choice, I've got exactly the same version and I absolutely love it. Quite often get admiring comments from passers by when I'm out and about. Looking forward to seeing what mods you end up completing. Happy trails!
Thank you 😊
Stunning looking bike….that’s just for starters. Historic marque, Italian made, quality components with a presence and character that Guzzis possess in spades. Oh, then there’s the usable power delivery and torque, super handling and that lovely visceral V-twin drone. Did I forget to mention the shaft drive, Brembo brakes and ease of maintenance? Good job, sir.
Many thanks 😊
Well done Darcy, you absolutely made the right decision. I would say one word sums up the looks of that bike, "sophisticated". You are wise beyond your years! So pleased you're not drawn in by the garish P.P.s By the way if Mike can't handle the noise, leave him at home.
I have had Guzzi’s for 25 years and this afternoon I just bought one of these too … enjoy your new bike !!!!!
Awesome to hear and thanks 😊
Excellent choice! I bought a v7iii 3 years ago. Not intentional.. went out to buy a Triumph street twin and came back with the Guzzi after back 2 back test. Triumph was smoother, more powerful, better handling but the Guzzi just made me smile more and still does. It’s agricultural but very involving. I have ridden tours around Wales and NC 500 this year. Love it and hope you love yours too…
Great to hear and thanks 😊
Amazing!!👏 love the new bike mate!! Looking forward to seeing what you do to it 👍
Thanks Willie 😊
The correct choice was made 🙂, welcome to the GuzziClub I have the 2022 Special myself, love it, get the beautiful BAAK Leather seat, it's silly money but so worth it. - get the Mistral cans if you have not ordered already
Thrilled to see how happy you are with your new bike, Darcy! Can’t say I’m surprised: My first ride was a used 2015 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone and the character of it was one of the most unique attractions. That quirky feeling transverse V-twin is something I hope every rider gets to experience at least once! This year, I decided to downsize as I’m older and rather short / lean. I hated to give up the Guzzi but the new Triumph Speed 400 is a better fit for my size and weight. I’ll just live vicariously through you and your new V7 Special - can’t wait to see the mods and tweaks. Cheers! ✌🏼
Many thanks 😊
There’s just something special about a Guzzi. (And I love a Harley as well). The sound, the feel, even the smell 😂. I’ve owned 5 or 6 Guzzi’s over the Years including 3 Monzas, ( not at the same time ) a Le Mans , a Lario and a Breva all of them I fitted race pipes (😃) I just love them quirks n all 😃👌🏻👍🏻 congratulations and happy riding !
Thank you 😊
Awesome! I have a 2023 with Agostini slip-ons, bar end mirrors, Dart screen, SAS delete, tip/canister delete with a tuner coming soon. I also took off the grab rail and switched the valve cover to the V85's. You're going to love it.
Thanks 😊
DB’s in or out?
Love the look of the V85 valve covers
I bought the V85TT without a test ride, as soon as I pressed the start button, I was hooked. Definitely hard to explain the feeling, it just feels right.
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Ive just bought the exact same bike, in the same colour and love it! Coincidentally, I live not far from Oakham so may see you around. I look forward to seeing your modifications as i have a list of my own.
Great to hear you love it and yes will do updates on my modifications soon 👍🏼
Nice! A V7 Special was my choice 15 months ago after checking out all the other bikes it competes with. I'm happy with the decision and love the bike.
Character and looks count for a lot, but it also is low and easy maintenance, has excellent brakes, and handles beautifully.
Congratulations!
Many thanks and awesome to hear your experiences 👍🏼
@ Mr Darcy & The Ol' Man: Thank you for this video.
@ Darcy: Congratulations on your new motorcycle!
I'm happy for you m8, hoping that the content with this bike will draw more attention on the channel than your Softail Standard 💪
Many thanks 😊
Congrats, I pulled the trigger in May on the very same model (white/red paint). After riding a Fat Bob for 4.500km in California, test riding the V7 850 surprised me and remembered me the most of that once in a lifetime trip on the Harley while still being nimble for european city traffic. Really happy with my purchase and curious about your first mods. (mine was the Mistral exhaust and it took a few days to get used to the much increased volume 🙂)
Many thanks and awesome to hear your experiences 😊
Refreshing review. You like it, so you bought it. Good enough! Those of us who love character and unique experiences will never persuade the haters who have a monotonous fixation on numbers.
I have owned my 1967 Moto Guzzi V7 since 1988. It is one of the slowest motorcycles I’ve ever had, and my favorite. I had a 1975 Honda 400 Four SuperSport, another slow motorcycle, completely different character, and also marvelous. Yes, I know the pure adrenaline joy of fast bikes - I’ve had those too, but speed is one dimension. We just love what we love, no excuses needed. Enjoy the Guzzi!
@@jeffgarland7397 many thanks 😊
Well, I won't pat myself on the back for guessing that one correctly. You made it very obvious in your review exactly what you thought of it. Congratulations on your purchase. My mate was so happy with his '84 Moto Guzzi that he purchased a '73 to go with it. They're great bikes, and about the only bike that I'd trade my one in for.
Yessss! Welcome to the Guzzi family!
Thanks 😊
You made a wise choice. I bought my 2023 V7 Stone about a year and a half ago. In that time I've put 20,000 trouble-free miles on it. There's something so raw and pure about the V7 platform that no longer really exists in motorcycling.
Yes it is, thanks 😊
Well done Darcy, right bike right colour, really looking forward to see what you're going to do with this classic.
Very best of luck with it.👍👍
Many thanks 😊
Excellent motor cycle, sound choice. Maybe they could celebrate 'something' by building a 50's Heritage model - Bright red everything, a polished external flywheel on the motor's 'nose' to fling off dead bugs, hydraulically damped girder forks, & deep, sensuous mudguards, just to help maintain the rider's Stay-prest slacks & handmade faux-otter-skin loafers in near perfect condition.
Hang on - "Oh no . . . It's ALL just a dream; just a bloody dream!" . . . Nurrrrr.
('Have at ye wheelchair, like it or not 'old bean', you're in for a damn good thrashing!' : )
Thanks 😊
Congratulations on your purchase. Cool bike.
The only thing that bothers me is the front fender is too short
Many thanks 😊
That's what I DID expect :) Congrats, saw a v7 Stone 850 in person and they are wonderful machines!
Thanks 😊
You're going to love it! I just came back from a 350km day trip in the jurassic mountains, and it's absolutely lovely to flick around tight bends, enjoy the torque and the gurgling engine sound when going full throttle up the slope! And the suspension actually swallows nasty bumps quite well. It fosters disciplined gear shifting and Rev matching. This is real motorcycling!
Always fancied the blue model with brown seat
Congrats for the New Motorcycle! Wonderful piece of Italian engineering, the One of the few Motorcycle brands that it's genuinely made in Europe. If it was mine though first Thing I would order for it is a set of engine Guards, In an event of a fall I prefer to bend the handlebars instead of damaging those beautiful cylinder heads.
Many thanks 😊
Congrats Darcy! That was an easy guess given your super enthusiastic review of the Stone version.
I own a V7 III Carbon since 2021 and love it all over. Must modification: replacing the plastic injector covers with aluminum ones. Recommended: rear shocks (Wilbers, Öhlins or Bitubo), front fork springs (Wilbers, Ö=hlins or Bitubo). Can: Exhaust (Agostiini, Mistral or Zard). May be: indicators (Kellermann, Rizoma), fly screen (Dart), motor protectors (OEM. Hepco & Becker, Givi), luggage (OEM, SW Motech, and many others), levers ( Pazzo Racing, V-Trec, ABM, OEM etc.) Just my list and thoughts.
Enjoy every ride with this beauty! Best wishes from Bavaria
Thank you 😊
A Guzzi? What a surprise! 🤣 I love riding my '05 Breva 750, which sounds and reacts exactly the same, of course. You've made a great choice and I know you won't regret it. IF I were to change mine, I'd also get the V7 Special - I prefer twin clocks - though I think I'd negotiate on cast wheels instead of the spoked, purely for ease of maintenance.
Many thanks 😊
I knew it! Beautiful bike, I loved my V7 stone but recently traded it for HD Nightster S.
What made you do that! 😮
That’s a mistake.
3 reasons really:
1) Obsession, I became obsessed with the Nightster S, I never considered HD before being relatively new to riding and not having any attachment to the old air cooled evolve engines etc. Loved the look of the bike, the tech and the riding experience.
2) My wife was enjoying riding pillion but my V7 although comfy for me wasn't for her, also with a pillion I found the V7 lacked the grunt at higher speeds.
3) I was having some issues with my V7 (namely overheating) which presented as cutting out at lower rpm / changing down as well as running really rough. The dealer network near me isn't the best but I was using a really good independent garage (who was brilliant) - but really this just pushed me to change quicker.
If I had the space and the finances I would've kept the V7 but unfortunately I couldn't justify the expense and I don't have the space.
I'm must be the only man on the planet that loves the V7 stone offset digital dash with Matt paint 😂😂😂😂
Nope.... there's 2 of us 😂👍
@@momarsden3053three! 😊
Well no surprise there, never ridden a guzzi but always like twins and shaft drive and with those looks it's got to be a winner, it's good to see you so happy and excited with the bike, good times ahead 🎉
Thanks 😊
As a GoldStar owner i just love wire wheels, twin clock's, stainless or chrome exhausts and loads of character so I love the Guzzi and the W800. Great choice and in a colour so much better than that blacked out version with those daft clocks. Sure you'll get hours of fun out of that bike.
Good on ya Mr Darcy. Got mine a few motnhs ago (albeit its a 2022) - it does give you that "Guzzi" feeling when you ride it. Look forward to your updates and ride outs on the V7. Just Subscribed as well 😀
Many thanks and welcome to the channel 👍🏼
Can’t wait to see long term updates on this bad boy.
Ha ha… good for you…and I was naive enough to question you last week about back tracking on the MG V7… enjoy and looking forward to following the journey!
Many thanks 😊
I've bought a V7 Stone a couple of weeks ago! Great bike! Now after 1500 km and the first inspection it makes even more fun. The sound under full throttle is simply amazing! I have replaced the original exhaust with an aftermarket exhaust from Zard. I think one of the best exhausts on the market to catch the character of the V2 and to strengthen it.
I'm looking forward to seeing what upgrades you'll put on your V7. 🙂
@@Fade2342 awesome great to hear 👍🏼 I have just started the first modifications on my Guzzi, video coming soon 😊
Very beautiful bike! Congratulations, motorcycles are about heart not brain choices
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Compliments for the Guzzi .. but your are going to hell for selling the Harley you know that don’t you?!
Well .. that said ..
I wish we had Moto Guzzis in Brazil .. but I would never sell my Dyna Super Glide Custom .. beautiful Moto Guzzi .. beautiful
Many thanks 😊
What a great choice of bike, notice it has no oil cooler, love that alone. I'd go for a repaint mad as that sounds, the 1975/6 S3 colour scheme, green and black or red and black, lovely
Today I put the deposit down for the exact same model. I will get it after 3 months though. I can't wait! I will be waiting your next videos regarding any changes you make.
It’s a bike I would change my Harley for,but I have changed it many times and always end up getting another Harley,🤔
I recognised it immediately. I've had mine for around a month. Fantastic bike that has completely rekindled my love for riding.
Awesome 😊
V85 rider here. It feels like Guzzi are having a bit of a resurgence atm . The classic looks , charismatic engines and very underated handling contrast heavily with much of todays tech-fest motorcycles. Congrats on the purchase.
@@jshanni2066 many thanks 😊
❤🎉I have got a V7 850 stone, 2000 miles on and love it, the best crusing . I did made changes to make the bike mine, and yes some expensive. I added engine bars for protection, a screen, a back rack to travel and for pillion, Mistral slip on and yes… suspensions. Absolutely incredible enhancement. I suggest a workshop in Italy, for advice. Guareschi motor. In Parma as they do GT racing with MG and they do customization. It rides supremely. And the braking is better too.. I have done 5 hour trips with pillion and had lots of fun
Beautiful bike, Love it and love the classic look Realy Suits you...
Thank you 😊
Welcome to the club I could tell from the silhouette on the thumbnail you made the right choice.🎉
Thank you 😊
I took a ride up to Rutland water when I had my tiger900, at the time I was in Rushden. Now we are in Bedford but I think a run out to Oakham would be a nice journey. Only this time it will be the speedmaster or the Himalayan 450
That has to be one of the most beautiful stock exhaust systems available… I suggest you try to de-baffle it, but leave the outer pipe looking stock. 👍❤️😎✅
I was correct; the Moto Guzi.
Don't change it; you will spoil it.
Fantastic bike, Guzzi have loads of character without the particular "reputation" of certain V-2 bikes of a certain Brand.
Wise choice, Darcy 👍
Thank you 😊
Nice choice Mr D! I got all but the specific model right, I thought you was going for the stone. Enjoy whatever summer we get this year 👍
Thank you 😊
When it comes to retro classic bikes, I prefer 50s/60s styling, but have to say the 70s/80s style of this bike is very nice too.
If you're after 'character' then I suppose this one has it for sure, perhaps even more so than a T100, for example.
Congrats D, I hope you're very happy on her.
Thank you 😊
Beautiful bike and choice, Mr. Darcy! I'm happy for you. The thoughts of you and your father are similar to mine on motorcycles in general and the romanticized perspective.
I got the 2023 V7 stone in silver here in Miami over the more classic version because for me, it's a good mix between classic / retro and modern in a modern city. I limit chrome because of the climate in Miami being extremely humid and tropical and by the seashore. Friends of mine with H-D's have rust and corrosion within six months. The spoked wheels are ripe for this and then the bike looks terrible and rusty from that point forward. Rust gets in everywhere on such a bike and there is no way to keep up with it.
The blacked-out Stone does not have chrome and there is no corrosion to date in six months of ownership that I can find. I wash it frequently not letting water spots or muck set in.
I added a front fender extender from the UK (Pyramid, I think) that fits the other plastic parts on the bike. This saves some road filth from spewing up on the engine area and legs. The rear is completely unprotected more than most bikes and gets messy just going through a puddle.
I installed a Rizoma wind deflector that fits the style also. It's made of aluminum and look great! Rizoma mirrors also of very high quality.
I understand your feeling on the attachment to the bike. The deep rumble and solidity with a wide tank between the legs make it feel manly. It gets smoother and better overall after 1,500 - 2,000 miles.
I hope that you enjoy it as I do and keep the videos coming!
Thank you 😊
I'm very happy for you. Might I make a suggestion? Instead of saying that it has so much character, could you think through and break down those aspects that excite you? I only ask because "character" seems a bit overused and doesn't necessary tell us as much as we'd like to hear. With love!
Thank you and yes that is something we intend to talk about in a near future video 👍🏼
Amazing bike, super happy that you finally made the decision and got yours. I got mine, same spec, last Nov in part thanks to the idea of motorcycling you share in this channel. Unfortunately a car knocked me over and left me without enjoying this beautiful bike just a few weeks later, and I still will be off for a while. Fortunately now I will be able to enjoy it through your videos. Enjoy her soul, cheers from Madrid!
Sorry to hear about your accident and thank you 😊
That's a great choice Darcy and I'm certain you will be smitten. I'm nearing 60, have been riding over 40 years and owned stupid numbers of motorcycles but there are only two I have ever regretted selling...a Harley Dyna Wide Glide and a Guzzi V11 sport. I too changed the exhausts and over time adjusted other parts to work better with me. Loved the shaft drive, eons better than a chain. One of the best things I did was to join the owners club. Enjoy!
@@a13bkd62 many thanks 😊
What a cool bike! It just oozes style
Thank you 😊
Sorry you sold your Harley
Smart move, Harleys suck.
I'm sure that someone, somewhere will need a new boat anchor.
Strange response...after 55 years riding Harley's daily non ever sucked. Perhaps you were doing it incorrectly.
Right on, happy for you and your new motorcycle! I get the same feeling from my Royal Enfield Shotgun 650. I know you and the Ol' Man were lukewarm on it, but I love it. That's the great thing about motorcycling - there are so many different makers, styles, preferences - we each get to choose the one that speaks to us and gets our heart racing. Thanks for the great vids, enjoy that new Moto Guzzi!
Many thanks 😊
I went from a Harley to a Triumph T120 to a Guzzi V7 850, love it! I added
Agostini slip ons, bar end mirrors, and a dart fly screen.
Awesome 👍🏼
I rode all bikes in my 53 years. Sport, cruiser, naked, touring, supermoto. V7 is a little of all. I recently got mine. Put Agostini exhaust on, brings out true sound of the engine design, which is a cross between a Harley and a muscle car. When I took V7 on twisty roads, was it a sport bike, no, but shockingly it does well in twisties and was fun. On highway, still breaking in bike, easily went 65-70 with a passenger, and bike had alot more, it wasnt even breaking a sweat. Will it be as reliable as japanese bike, probably not, but they seem pretty solid, and with the accessibility to checking valves, one can easily learn to work on the bike themselves and further develop an appreciation of it. Working on your own bike builds a "relationship" with the bike. Only people who do their own oil, plugs, etc.. can understand. The only negative I see is having a newer model special edition, the newer dials are decent but would have prefered analog. Also the fact that despite being able to do most of your own maintenance, once in a while youll have to drag it in to shop so they can turn off wrench signal on dial ,if it bothers you, despite having done maintenance yourself. I dont like computer tech on a bike. Takes away from the natural riding experience. Tech in cars, ok fine, but not in bikes, please. Enjoy the Guzz.
i rode a moto guzzi in 1976 a demo 850 t3 . i loved the way the engine felt . your knees rested on the engine and you could feel the firing impulses ,quite unique . i never actually owned one though . they are lovely bikes ,especially the new ones .
had a feeling it was the v7! interesting paint job, not sure ive seen that one but its another stunner.
all the bike needs is off market exhausts 😏
also, loving the quality and cinematography in the recent uploads!!
Thank you 😊
My bet was always the Guzzi V7 Special, I (and a good chunk of your audience) was right!
Hope you have the happiest experiences astride your new Italian steed.
I never stopped riding since I bought my first motorcycle 30 years ago.
So Darcy, if you allow me to give you, as an older biker, some advice I'll say: enjoy every second with your new bike but learn it well. I mean, she has another weight, another riding position, another levers feel, etc. Everything is different from the the Harley you were used to. So, give yourself time to understand profoundly the behavior (qualities and limitations) of your new motorcycle and use the brake in period to develop new muscle memory before you really rip the roads.
Best regards from Brazil.
👍 🛣 🏍
Thank you 😊
Please, please, rise that handlebar a little bit. An old cross handlebar will be perfect in a Steve McQueen look.
I get mine on Thursday! So excited 🎉
Awesome enjoy 👍🏼
I can recommend the long mistral exhaust. With the mistral slipon the guzzi sounds awesome!
Good choice! My first’real’ bike was a 73 eldorado ,black tank with chrome inserts. Loved it and when you blipped the throttle it rolled to the left? I think. Anyway enjoy your new bike it’s gorgeous!
Thank you 😊
Both the Mistral or Agostini slip-on exhausts are the go on a V7. Still classically Italian and truly release the amazing notes from the small block twin.
Congratulations yes the sound is so loud at the races tricky to get the sound
Very nice, really does look good 👍, and no doubt even better once modded 🙂, definitely a lot more practical than your previous bike and will almost certainly be more fun as well 👍.
It’s odd the way a bike can just grab you, I’ve had over 70 bikes (currently have 9), 2 weeks ago I rode a Triumph 1200 scrambler X, I was bowled over by it, 4 days later I test rode it again, mainly because I couldn’t believe how good it felt the first time, anyway, true love confirmed mine is now in the garage cooling down after today’s ride 🙂👍.
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Excellent choice, i have a 2013 V7 Stone, love it, a real keeper in my book, front mudguard extender is an essential mod, looking forward to your updates, all the best.
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Congrats on the new bike. It's beautiful.!!! Shaft drive - low maintenance. I've owned quite a few beemers with shaft drives and loved that feature. Now I have 3 bikes with chain drive and 2 shaft drive- love them all. Center stand on all 3, so lubing the chain is easy. Buying more chain lube though. Lol. 👍👍
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My father had Guzzis. When the V100 Mandello came out, that was it, I had to have one. No regrets. They have the Italian style and handling with the big Vee vibe.
Well pleased with the outcome here. Just picked up a “gently used” V7 Stone (2019 with the 750 engine) and and as others have said, the obsession mounts quickly & can’t imagine having anything else.
Nice choice, agree with you that the special is more true to form than the stone. Be interesting to see what you’ve got planned for it!
As someone who has owned a Harley Road King for 15 years & a V7 for one year, your decision does not surprise me at all.
Don't get me wrong, I still love the Harley. It's just that since the Guzzi arrived, it seems that the only time I sit on it is to admire the Guzzi...
Very nice Mr. Darcy, You will have lots of fun with this bike. I also own the V7 "silver-stripe" since 5 weeks, and got more than 2500 km on the clock. Our babies are eye-catchers, shakin' machines with an unique sound, very nimble to drive, and above 4000 revs kinda aggressive.. Congratulation and best regards from Germany. Die linke zum Gruß 😁
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"Így legyen ötösöm a lottón!" - in mirror translation: That's how I get five in the lottery! This is a Hungarian phrase for "I knew it!" 😊 You was talking with so much love and emotion about the V7, I was sure you'll buy one. Congrats and enjoy It! One of my favorite bikes. 😎💪🤘🏍️
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Very good choice Mr DARCY ! congratulations. have fun with her.
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Just back from a weeks holiday to find you’ve actually booked the guzzi, I knew you would and I think it’s a really great choice and certainly one of my favourite bikes to acquire in the coming months…. Enjoy the experience and all the modification plans you have for it
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Many congratulations Darcy, exactly as expected; you clearly loved it from the get-go in your review. It’s a long time since I’ve ridden a shaft drive bike, I had a CX500 in the late 70s but as good as it was it lacked the character I’ve come to like in my later life. Indeed I too have taken delivery of a new (to me) bike; a Custom 1974 Norton 850 Commando no less, talk about character or what?😂😂😂 Enjoy your new ride and I look forward to your customising videos.
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You forgot to mention the brewery and annual beer festival in Oakham! Lovely bike my old man used to have a California 1100 back in the early nineties.
Congratulations Mr Darcy..! Gorgeous bike. 👌 Great color.. 👍 I have the special edition 2023 ✌️
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