I have over 55 years of motorcycling behind me. As far as Italian bikes, I have owned a ducati 860, moto morini 500 camel, laverda 3cl 1000, cagiva 650, and currently have a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 Moto Guzzi Stone 750. Have owned several German bikes to include BMW and Zundaps. Grew up with British bikes-meaning Triumph and BSA. Have never been interested in Harley. Owned several Suzuki's to include 2-stroke models and the Wankel rotary 500. The Moto Guzzis have been my favorite above all the rest. Quirky, reliable, tractor-like in that the Japanese "refinement" is not there. But if you love just being connected to machinery and sound, then Moto Guzzi!- By the way, because it is shaft driven and a new bike it takes some miles to break in the transmission as well as for the brakes to seat well--be patient--mike
That's a great looking bike. Love the tank and side covers. The rocker covers are very well done, like aftermarket. Not a fan of all black bikes but this one looks great, really like it. Heard one running in another video. Sounds genuine! Even the engine noise is how they used to sound too. Nice exhaust note with the arrows as well. Well done Moto Guzzi 👍looks fantastic!
Got mine delivered about a fortnight ago (UK), it’s lovely. Cast wheels (tubeless), nice gloss metallic paint, red accents, sweet exhausts. I am clearly biased though! Looking forward to your ride out 👍
Looks like my (EU spec) Stone finish other than the gloss tank / mudguard (fender) / side panel paint, the gas filler cap, the red shock springs and the tasty arrow exhausts. Very nice looking bike.
What a beauty. Im sure this model will be sold a lot this year. I had my eye on a Bonneville T120 for a while, but the pricing is a bit tough on that one. I test drove a v7 III stone yesterday and i was very surprised. Coming from a Japanese racer since my early 20's, now when i am almost hitting 40 im looking for a comfort retro/classic looking bike. On my test drive i instantly fell in love with how alive this motor feels, the engine is a perfect match for me. Plenty of power for me. After this i test drove a interceptor 650, im sorry to say, but that was so boring after the v7, too smooth and no life in it. Im sure the Bonneville T120 is a higher quality machine with more power, but i dont need to test drive that anymore. Because i ordered the v7 special edition :) The glossy black finish with arrow exhausts looks amazing. Probably sounds different as well. Cant wait to drive it.
I've a V7 stone Centenario , but this version has some different touch which is the turning signal european version , and i really like it and the arrow exhaust, by the way is that exhaust avaliable for DB killer off or removal? Briefly it's a lovely machine, and i love the MOTO GUZZI gives me always calm and enjoy to ride..
The Mandello Eagle is a tribute to one of the original founders of the company who didn’t get to live long enough to see the company come fully to life. It’s a reference to insignia of the Italian Air Force, which all 3 founders were a part of. That’s also why this engine is the way it is on these bikes, it’s based off of the design that these guys were familiar with on the airplanes of world war 1. While Japanese bikes and others rely on slick advertising to sell their bikes, Moto Guzzi relies on letting the riding experience speak for itself. Get someone on a Moto Guzzi and no words need to be involved, they’ll fully understand the beauty of the Moto Guzzi. A fun fact about Moto Guzzi is they were the first motorcycle company in the world to build and use a wind tunnel to design their bikes.
how is that rear clear brake light the "smaller" one? it looks like the revised larger brake light. The previous brake light was smaller in diameter and more cylindrical in shape like a cone. The new one on the 2023 V7 SE is larger and more circular.
I owned a Moto Guzzi V7 Special before.. I loveed the bike. Moto Guzzi makes really good bikes but they not powerful and that’s my only criticism for them.
@@throttlecompany Thank god my Le Mans V11 2004 never will be! I would like to think the V7 engines will remain air cooled until the next EURO regulation is enforced.
You guys just know I'm coming to get my Black matte stone it's gonna be my retirement present to myself. So yes I will be going to Throttle Co. to get it , best Bike shop and staff in CBUS!!! Keith C. Number 1 Fan !!
@@throttlecompany LOL, you are right but after market support is not great with Guzzi, I had V7 II BTW, now I have a Triumph Bobber Black, love the power of the triumph but missed the shaft drive of the Guzzi, the shaft drive give you the immediate feel up on the power input.
I have over 55 years of motorcycling behind me. As far as Italian bikes, I have owned a ducati 860, moto morini 500 camel, laverda 3cl 1000, cagiva 650, and currently have a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 Moto Guzzi Stone 750. Have owned several German bikes to include BMW and Zundaps. Grew up with British bikes-meaning Triumph and BSA. Have never been interested in Harley. Owned several Suzuki's to include 2-stroke models and the Wankel rotary 500. The Moto Guzzis have been my favorite above all the rest. Quirky, reliable, tractor-like in that the Japanese "refinement" is not there. But if you love just being connected to machinery and sound, then Moto Guzzi!- By the way, because it is shaft driven and a new bike it takes some miles to break in the transmission as well as for the brakes to seat well--be patient--mike
Oh wow, I really like the added details on this version!
That's a great looking bike. Love the tank and side covers. The rocker covers are very well done, like aftermarket. Not a fan of all black bikes but this one looks great, really like it. Heard one running in another video. Sounds genuine! Even the engine noise is how they used to sound too. Nice exhaust note with the arrows as well. Well done Moto Guzzi 👍looks fantastic!
Got mine delivered about a fortnight ago (UK), it’s lovely. Cast wheels (tubeless), nice gloss metallic paint, red accents, sweet exhausts. I am clearly biased though! Looking forward to your ride out 👍
Beautiful bike. Any issues with it so far? I want to buy one...
Beautiful bike! Love all the little quality details.
Just picked mine up Saturday. Even more gorgeous in the flesh..
Looks like my (EU spec) Stone finish other than the gloss tank / mudguard (fender) / side panel paint, the gas filler cap, the red shock springs and the tasty arrow exhausts. Very nice looking bike.
What a beauty. Im sure this model will be sold a lot this year. I had my eye on a Bonneville T120 for a while, but the pricing is a bit tough on that one.
I test drove a v7 III stone yesterday and i was very surprised. Coming from a Japanese racer since my early 20's, now when i am almost hitting 40 im looking for a comfort retro/classic looking bike. On my test drive i instantly fell in love with how alive this motor feels, the engine is a perfect match for me. Plenty of power for me. After this i test drove a interceptor 650, im sorry to say, but that was so boring after the v7, too smooth and no life in it. Im sure the Bonneville T120 is a higher quality machine with more power, but i dont need to test drive that anymore. Because i ordered the v7 special edition :) The glossy black finish with arrow exhausts looks amazing. Probably sounds different as well. Cant wait to drive it.
I've a V7 stone Centenario , but this version has some different touch which is the turning signal european version , and i really like it and the arrow exhaust, by the way is that exhaust avaliable for DB killer off or removal?
Briefly it's a lovely machine, and i love the MOTO GUZZI gives me always calm and enjoy to ride..
Any issues with it so far?
That’s good it comes mostly assembled. I’ve ridden the V7 special edition -it’s pretty cool it feels like a Ferrari, it hisses and snarls
Veeeeery cool!!! I like Guzzi
An Italian motorcycle with an American look style.
Guzzi has always loved US. Think about their cruisers named California, plus they sold bikes to LAPD in the '70s.
The Mandello Eagle is a tribute to one of the original founders of the company who didn’t get to live long enough to see the company come fully to life. It’s a reference to insignia of the Italian Air Force, which all 3 founders were a part of. That’s also why this engine is the way it is on these bikes, it’s based off of the design that these guys were familiar with on the airplanes of world war 1. While Japanese bikes and others rely on slick advertising to sell their bikes, Moto Guzzi relies on letting the riding experience speak for itself. Get someone on a Moto Guzzi and no words need to be involved, they’ll fully understand the beauty of the Moto Guzzi. A fun fact about Moto Guzzi is they were the first motorcycle company in the world to build and use a wind tunnel to design their bikes.
Agreed
how is that rear clear brake light the "smaller" one? it looks like the revised larger brake light. The previous brake light was smaller in diameter and more cylindrical in shape like a cone. The new one on the 2023 V7 SE is larger and more circular.
Hard to imagine someone not liking these bikes. Do you know if they shed any weight with the new exhaust? I read they gained a smidgen of power.
They shed about 4kg
Euro signals are so much nicer and makes this bike even more appealing.
Yeah I’m a clan member and my pointy hat keeps getting blown off when I ride .
Great looking scoot
Very nice Bike , it`s look very beautiful. My Vavorite Bike from Moto Guzzi.
Need test drive sir, what bike has of options 😊
Looks so good.
Thanks for pointing out the RED shocks....
As I said in the video, those are SPRINGS on the shocks.
I owned a Moto Guzzi V7 Special before.. I loveed the bike. Moto Guzzi makes really good bikes but they not powerful and that’s my only criticism for them.
That just changed.
can somebody tell if the arrow exhaust sounds much better than the stock?
Much deeper and throaty than the regular exhaust. I own this bike. Gorgeous
Too bad they didn't go with the dual gauges like they did on the V7 Special, otherwise it's a beautiful bike.
What sets this motorcycle apart is that it is STILL air cooled!!!!
Yeah they might all be water cooled soon!
@@throttlecompany Thank god my Le Mans V11 2004 never will be!
I would like to think the V7 engines will remain air cooled until the next EURO regulation is enforced.
dont remind me.of the v100!! traitor moto guzzi went liquid cooled!!!! never!!!
Very nice!
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Could use a little more red. Maybe some rim tape. Enquiring minds want to know, where da V100 at?
Should be soon!
You guys just know I'm coming to get my Black matte stone it's gonna be my retirement present to myself. So yes I will be going to Throttle Co. to get it , best Bike shop and staff in CBUS!!! Keith C. Number 1 Fan !!
I can’t warm up to the red springs ….
I like them but it shouldn’t be a deal breaker you can always get the black shocks.
@@throttlecompany I have the blue special and I’m very happy with that color.
I'm with ya. Love everything but the springs. Would go with a pair that matched the graphite of the valve covers personally.
LOL, not having "Join the Clan".
That big eye tail light is a deal breaker!
If this is important to you, you may be into motorcycles for the wrong reasons. They sell hundreds of tail light options online.
@@throttlecompany LOL, you are right but after market support is not great with Guzzi, I had V7 II BTW, now I have a Triumph Bobber Black, love the power of the triumph but missed the shaft drive of the Guzzi, the shaft drive give you the immediate feel up on the power input.
Very very tasty
The Asian-style brake light doesn't fit an Italian motorcycle at all.
80 HP would have made it Special????????
It’s 2023, no one cares what the horsepower number is.