Nice to see you back. I bought a V100 S at the beginning of March, have nearly 2000 miles on it now after Easter weekend in the Scottish borders. Absolutely love it. I'm 5'7" and a lightweight, so the S made sense because of the electronic suspension. It saves me spending a fortune on suspension mods to get a bike working for me. I find the riding position perfect, and it's a nice change after three adventure bikes to be able to get both feet flat on the floor! Mine is in the green and grey, with gold wheels. We were staying in the Buccleuch Arms Hotel in Moffat, popular with bikers, one other guest on a lovely black and gold Darmah was raving about the V100, as I was leaving another guy came up to ask me how I was getting on with it as he had just ordered one. It certainly seems to be doing well for Guzzi. The Stelvio looks ace too, although surprised they don't have an electronic suspension version of that - don't think I'd pay extra for radar to tell me when I'm too close to the vehicle in front!
Yes, lovely looking and sounding Guzzi. I currently have a T3 which I’m loath to part with but…… you never know! I wondered if you know, yet, what 5he service costs are going to be on these new water cooled Guzzis? I’ve heard the service charges are expensive.
So to get the gold wheels, do you simply request them then? Because all the images that I have seen have the grey green bike with black wheels … as here.
@@r6ymy That’s a bit ridiculous isn’t it? Particularly considering that colour scheme goes best with the gold wheels I think. They don’t look cheap. What did they charge you for that?
I was watching TH-cam for many times looking out for The Lemon Drizzle Gang but.... nothing for a long time. So now you are back on track Mike and that's good news! Good you'r all in good health too ! In the '70's I had a green Moto Guzzi 850 T and my heart is still with these Italian's. Great review and I have enjoyed your ride on these roads in Wales. Thanks for the update !
Welcome back! I got a great deal on one of the last 2023 green / silver Mandello S bikes, due to be delivered in a week or so once the engine bars have arrived from Italy and fitted. Cannot wait!
Glad your back!! I also like the brand, as I have a 1999 Bassa & a 2007 Vintage. They are simply wonderful motorcycles. That Mandello S is gorgeous. I'd probably have one if I were younger, but at my age (72) I have bought my last motorcycles. I also have a Kawasaki W800 & (2) smaller bikes. Thanks for the video. Have a great day!! Cheers!! Illinois, USA
Even through the video that sound makes the hairs on my arms stand up. Nice to have you back, but I´m envious as we still have snow and cold here in Sweden, so my bike is still in winter storage. My fault, of course for living in a country where the season is so short. Well, at least I can watch this, and maybe drool just a little...
Bought a V100 Mandello S last November...zero issues, looks far better in the flesh than pictures, lots of fun, all the tech and 115 horses...I hope Piaggio / MG release a super sports version of the V100
Nice too see you back and good to hear you're all well. I was a big Guzzi fan in the 80's, MK I and MKIII Le Mans. Would love to know how the Stelvio and V85TT compare.
The latest edition of 'Bike' magazine (May 2024) has a comparison review of the new Stelvio and the latest release of the V85TT (now in three trim levels), written by Mike Armitage. Don't know if they have a TH-cam video version available.
I test rode a V85TT and then the V100. I expected to prefer the V85, thinking it would have more old school character. But the V100 was just incredible in every single way. I'm saving up. 😂
Hi Mike, I wondered where you'd all gone?! I bought a V100 Mandello (not the S) in white, partly on the back of watching your video as I'm roughly the same vintage as you guys and a similar riding background, so pretty much what you like I will too! I have to say my V100 is probably the best all round bike I've had. It's very rapid on the road, beautiful stable handling but (due to the wide bars) it turns quickly too. I'm not as tall as you but I do agree on the leg position on longer rides it can start to feel a bit cramped (ageing limbs come into play here though). I hope your brother has pulled the trigger. They're a modern day LeMans, expensive but worth every penny. Bring on the Stelvio.
You had the right suspension mode for that road and riding style, tour is ok for motorways sport is a dry day aggressive mode for going fast and Street is for everything else ( I assume you can all guess what rain mode is for ).
I bought a Mandello S when they where first launched, loved it, but a serious case of cellulitis has left me with some permanent damage in my left leg. I needed to stop every 40-50 miles to walk around and get the blood flowing again. So as soon as the Stelvio was announced my order was in. I've now done around 3500 miles on it, no problem with the leg and it's a fabulous bike. Sadly the suspension cannot be compared to the Mandello S. I'm hoping a Stelvio will be produced with the ohlins semi active. l'm looking forward to the gangs views on the Stelvio. Keep up the good work.
I agree it's definitely the best colour scheme and even the styling is growing on me, although I prefer the traditional more classic look and still can't quite get used to the idea of a water cooled Guzzi. I really wish they would make a retro like everyone else i.e something like the 1000s. I think the biggest issue for Moto Guzzi is the fact that the majority of people who buy Guzzi's tend to be at the later end of the age scale and therefore might be looking for something a little lighter. Obviously Triumph have realised this and are now making smaller capacity bikes such as their latest 400's. I know Moto Guzzi have the V7 but it might be worth them looking at something in the style of the old V50 weight wise in order to increase there appeal. Really great to see you back making videos again, I'm sure I speak for the vast majority who watch, when I say we've missed you guys.
I have a feeling Guzzi will produce a smaller-displacement version of the new engine, perhaps around 800cc, and install it in a retro-styled machine. Time will tell.
One of the best looking new bikes out there imho. Good to see you back Mike. The Mandello is tempting but the one thing niggling me about them is perceived quality issues. There’s a few shocking tales of very poor engine casing finishing and corrosion. They’re not alone there though. Lovely sounding engine with enough real world power for anyone not tracking a bike. It’s surprising given the progress in bikes how few have any real charm or character. They’ve nailed it in the Mandello. Not quite so sure about the V85. It was a fad thing for a while, an antidote to the gs, but loads now back on the used market. Not many seem to hang onto them long.
v85tt owners selling up with the Stelvio arriving - the new antidote to the BMW? Ridden a Mandello and liked it very much but not roomy enough for me, though I'm sure it could be adapted. Will be keeping my 2020 v85tt for a year or two yet though - comfortable, charismatic, well put together and handles nicely. Bit like a modern version of the r100gs, but sips petrol and the brakes work... Could occasionally do with a bit more grunt. I do like the look of the Stelvio though, and loved the v100 engine, so maybe in a year or two when all the buzz has died down
Welcome back! It didn't appear that the winglets were doing their thing. Is it possible to disable them. To me they're a solution looking for a problem (only to be a potential problem themselves).
Hey Mike Really enjoys the videos! I'm a vintage guy mostly BMW's but a few Brit bikes in the stable. Thinking of touring Europe thinking of more modern for reliability and ease of travel. How about a R9t vs the latest Brit /Italian for an every day bike. Thanks for all you do for the community and be well. Sorry don't do Asian bikes , I like the twin sound and feel . Not a crotch rocket rider. Paul / r69s R90s 62 RGS 73 commando F650GS
V'11's first came out in the very late, not early 90's. Great bike, had one in those same iconic colours. Sorry for being pedantic, carry on with a great channel.
I have the green S and it suits my size 5’9 1/2”. I prefer lower bikes - I’d have my Mk 2 Le Mans over my ‘96 1100 Guzzi Sport for that reason. I’ve put 8,000kms (5000 miles) on it in 10 months. Probably my favourite of all the bikes I’ve owned over the blue and white Suzuki GS1000S which was my favourite long distance bike back in the day.
What a great sound......hang on.... it's not too dissimilar a sound to my water cooled V twin .....you know the V2 that Honda water cooled for the masses at a reasonable price all of 45 years before Guzzie decided to have a go. Yes back in the day the humble CX500 ( 50hp) was a technically advanced bike for 1200 quid. Maybe I ought to try a Mondello to check if they've caught up !
@@LemonDrizzleGang Yep, the Pantah is the grandfather of them all. Mine started life as the unpopular 600 TL touring version. Very unpopular and rare. I’d love to tell you where you can see it but that sort off message always get kicked out. Thanks for the tip about the Sport Classic video. Very much in my taste, especially the red one.
@@LemonDrizzleGang Just looked your bike up as well. The original Multistrada. Can’t understand why it was so critized for its styling. I really like Terblanche’s MHR 900 a lot, although it is said to be a pain in the (beep) and such to sit on. 😁
I think of my V100S as a high-tech tractor, agricultural in a refined way :) No arguing with the looks though. I live in Greece and not a ride goes by without a comment or a thumbs up from fellow riders. Great bike. Absolutely love it.
@@LemonDrizzleGang It's okay Mike, and you see I'm still following you, although less than before. It's funny that you still remembered that statement after so long haha. Greetings Ruud from Arnhem Holland. I ride a Triumph Bonneville from 1973 and a Yammie xs 650 from 1981 and also a Harley Lowrider from 1979.
Nice to see you back. I bought a V100 S at the beginning of March, have nearly 2000 miles on it now after Easter weekend in the Scottish borders. Absolutely love it. I'm 5'7" and a lightweight, so the S made sense because of the electronic suspension. It saves me spending a fortune on suspension mods to get a bike working for me. I find the riding position perfect, and it's a nice change after three adventure bikes to be able to get both feet flat on the floor!
Mine is in the green and grey, with gold wheels. We were staying in the Buccleuch Arms Hotel in Moffat, popular with bikers, one other guest on a lovely black and gold Darmah was raving about the V100, as I was leaving another guy came up to ask me how I was getting on with it as he had just ordered one. It certainly seems to be doing well for Guzzi. The Stelvio looks ace too, although surprised they don't have an electronic suspension version of that - don't think I'd pay extra for radar to tell me when I'm too close to the vehicle in front!
Yes, lovely looking and sounding Guzzi. I currently have a T3 which I’m loath to part with but…… you never know! I wondered if you know, yet, what 5he service costs are going to be on these new water cooled Guzzis? I’ve heard the service charges are expensive.
Does seem that way. First service was £288!
So to get the gold wheels, do you simply request them then? Because all the images that I have seen have the grey green bike with black wheels … as here.
@@pippipster6767sadly not, I had to buy a second set of wheels, so I have a spare black set in the garage.
@@r6ymy
That’s a bit ridiculous isn’t it?
Particularly considering that colour scheme goes best with the gold wheels I think.
They don’t look cheap. What did they charge you for that?
I was watching TH-cam for many times looking out for The Lemon Drizzle Gang but.... nothing for a long time. So now you are back on track Mike and that's good news! Good you'r all in good health too ! In the '70's I had a green Moto Guzzi 850 T and my heart is still with these Italian's. Great review and I have enjoyed your ride on these roads in Wales. Thanks for the update !
Nice to see you again Mike, look forward to seeing you boys out and about soon 👍
Welcome back! I got a great deal on one of the last 2023 green / silver Mandello S bikes, due to be delivered in a week or so once the engine bars have arrived from Italy and fitted. Cannot wait!
Welcome back Mike and gang. Glad you are all well ❤
Mike, so good to see you back, and with the promise of lots more to come. Hope all the gang are well. Looking forward to seeing you all in 2024
I’d like to own a Mandello myself so I could constantly revisit it. 😍
Glad your back!! I also like the brand, as I have a 1999 Bassa & a 2007 Vintage. They are simply wonderful motorcycles. That Mandello S is gorgeous. I'd probably have one if I were younger, but at my age (72) I have bought my last motorcycles. I also have a Kawasaki W800 & (2) smaller bikes. Thanks for the video. Have a great day!! Cheers!! Illinois, USA
Good to see you back, enjoyed the review looking forward to more content!
Good to see you back Mike.
Thank hope you are well have you much racing planned for this year
@@LemonDrizzleGang No, I've finally decided to call it a day, still got the bikes though!
Even through the video that sound makes the hairs on my arms stand up. Nice to have you back, but I´m envious as we still have snow and cold here in Sweden, so my bike is still in winter storage. My fault, of course for living in a country where the season is so short. Well, at least I can watch this, and maybe drool just a little...
Hooray! Glad to have you back!
Bought a V100 Mandello S last November...zero issues, looks far better in the flesh than pictures, lots of fun, all the tech and 115 horses...I hope Piaggio / MG release a super sports version of the V100
We love the Mandello we have done a review on the non s and the s models the MandelloS in green is probably my current favourite bike
Great to see you back Mike 👍
Welcome back, was just thinking about you guys the other day !
Glad your back.
Great to see you back. I just ordered a ‘24 V850 TT. Just waiting for it to arrive in Ireland.
Nice too see you back and good to hear you're all well. I was a big Guzzi fan in the 80's, MK I and MKIII Le Mans. Would love to know how the Stelvio and V85TT compare.
The latest edition of 'Bike' magazine (May 2024) has a comparison review of the new Stelvio and the latest release of the V85TT (now in three trim levels), written by Mike Armitage. Don't know if they have a TH-cam video version available.
Short but sweet!Welcome back.I've got a couple of V twins and I would'nt part with them!The sound and the torque says it all for me.
I test rode a V85TT and then the V100. I expected to prefer the V85, thinking it would have more old school character. But the V100 was just incredible in every single way. I'm saving up. 😂
Hi Mike, I wondered where you'd all gone?! I bought a V100 Mandello (not the S) in white, partly on the back of watching your video as I'm roughly the same vintage as you guys and a similar riding background, so pretty much what you like I will too! I have to say my V100 is probably the best all round bike I've had. It's very rapid on the road, beautiful stable handling but (due to the wide bars) it turns quickly too. I'm not as tall as you but I do agree on the leg position on longer rides it can start to feel a bit cramped (ageing limbs come into play here though). I hope your brother has pulled the trigger. They're a modern day LeMans, expensive but worth every penny. Bring on the Stelvio.
You had the right suspension mode for that road and riding style, tour is ok for motorways sport is a dry day aggressive mode for going fast and Street is for everything else ( I assume you can all guess what rain mode is for ).
Welcome back lads. Looking forward to more content. Hope your all well. Nick P.
Welcome back! 👍
Whent to see it today and i'll deffo going to put an order in for one, on mine i'll change the green to candy apple green and a set of gold wheels
Good to see you back -- all the best 👍
I bought a Mandello S when they where first launched, loved it, but a serious case of cellulitis has left me with some permanent damage in my left leg. I needed to stop every 40-50 miles to walk around and get the blood flowing again. So as soon as the Stelvio was announced my order was in. I've now done around 3500 miles on it, no problem with the leg and it's a fabulous bike. Sadly the suspension cannot be compared to the Mandello S. I'm hoping a Stelvio will be produced with the ohlins semi active. l'm looking forward to the gangs views on the Stelvio. Keep up the good work.
Sweet bike & good to see you back in action👍
Pleased to see you. It is going to dry up. It might even warm up
Good to see you back, liking the music Mike and a very nice Guzzi. Cheers
Great video and bike. Glad all is good with yourself and the gang!
Good to see you back guys
We've all seen that look on a mate's face just before he says bugger it, I'm having it. 🤣👍
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH ! Guzzi sound!
Fantastic bike ! Loved it when i tested it. Need to try the S model
I agree it's definitely the best colour scheme and even the styling is growing on me, although I prefer the traditional more classic look and still can't quite get used to the idea of a water cooled Guzzi. I really wish they would make a retro like everyone else i.e something like the 1000s. I think the biggest issue for Moto Guzzi is the fact that the majority of people who buy Guzzi's tend to be at the later end of the age scale and therefore might be looking for something a little lighter. Obviously Triumph have realised this and are now making smaller capacity bikes such as their latest 400's. I know Moto Guzzi have the V7 but it might be worth them looking at something in the style of the old V50 weight wise in order to increase there appeal. Really great to see you back making videos again, I'm sure I speak for the vast majority who watch, when I say we've missed you guys.
I have a feeling Guzzi will produce a smaller-displacement version of the new engine, perhaps around 800cc, and install it in a retro-styled machine. Time will tell.
Nice bike and a excellent video Mike, Cheers from Canada
Thanks for the update review. Very enjoyable to watch. Is the bike that your brother was sitting on have black wheels??
One of the best looking new bikes out there imho. Good to see you back Mike. The Mandello is tempting but the one thing niggling me about them is perceived quality issues. There’s a few shocking tales of very poor engine casing finishing and corrosion. They’re not alone there though. Lovely sounding engine with enough real world power for anyone not tracking a bike. It’s surprising given the progress in bikes how few have any real charm or character. They’ve nailed it in the Mandello. Not quite so sure about the V85. It was a fad thing for a while, an antidote to the gs, but loads now back on the used market. Not many seem to hang onto them long.
v85tt owners selling up with the Stelvio arriving - the new antidote to the BMW? Ridden a Mandello and liked it very much but not roomy enough for me, though I'm sure it could be adapted. Will be keeping my 2020 v85tt for a year or two yet though - comfortable, charismatic, well put together and handles nicely. Bit like a modern version of the r100gs, but sips petrol and the brakes work... Could occasionally do with a bit more grunt. I do like the look of the Stelvio though, and loved the v100 engine, so maybe in a year or two when all the buzz has died down
Welcome back! It didn't appear that the winglets were doing their thing. Is it possible to disable them. To me they're a solution looking for a problem (only to be a potential problem themselves).
My best friend owned an 1100 sport , most beautiful Guzzi ever made. He said it was too radical to ride.
Dave had one and fitter higher bars for the same reason
Hey Mike
Really enjoys the videos! I'm a vintage guy mostly BMW's but a few Brit bikes in the stable. Thinking of touring Europe thinking of more modern for reliability and ease of travel. How about a R9t vs the latest Brit /Italian for an every day bike. Thanks for all you do for the community and be well. Sorry don't do Asian bikes , I like the twin sound and feel . Not a crotch rocket rider.
Paul / r69s R90s 62 RGS 73 commando F650GS
Thank you
I have gone an R9T quick review great bike
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V'11's first came out in the very late, not early 90's. Great bike, had one in those same iconic colours.
Sorry for being pedantic, carry on with a great channel.
i had a feeling about that after I had published I usually am also pedantic about such things
Thanks Mike
I have new Stelvio. Youll be blown away! Alot taller and more comfortable all round
I have the green S and it suits my size 5’9 1/2”. I prefer lower bikes - I’d have my Mk 2 Le Mans over my ‘96 1100 Guzzi Sport for that reason. I’ve put 8,000kms (5000 miles) on it in 10 months. Probably my favourite of all the bikes I’ve owned over the blue and white Suzuki GS1000S which was my favourite long distance bike back in the day.
You can gain some legroom by getting the accessory high comfort seat (which is also heated, by the way). Did the trick for me at 6ft -1. Cheers.
Sounds beautiful…..
Looks like he is gonna buy it for sure!😂
Sounds fantastic like a small block Chevy v8
I would love to see that new engine on a v7 styled Guzzi 🤔🤔
I am sure it will come I am hoping for something like the Griso
Great video. Off to try one next week. I’m 6’2” though and think it may be a bit small like the Tuono.
Anybody tried the taller seat option?
I am 6 foot
What a great sound......hang on.... it's not too dissimilar a sound to my water cooled V twin .....you know the V2 that Honda water cooled for the masses at a reasonable price all of 45 years before Guzzie decided to have a go. Yes back in the day the humble CX500 ( 50hp) was a technically advanced bike for 1200 quid. Maybe I ought to try a Mondello to check if they've caught up !
CX500 was a brilliant bike despite the looks and the knock knock who’s there Jokes
We may actually feature one this yr
Great to hear that....a good comparison would be to ride a standard 500 ( 50 hp) against the 100hp CX 650 Turbo. version
@@andrewlindley837 indeed if I could find one
I bought one. It’s great
Your brother will buy it!
Old air cooled Ducati! Which one? 👍👍
2003 Multistrada with a few mods
Will eventually do a review on it
I have had a 900Ss previously
@@LemonDrizzleGang Mine is smaller. 😁 1982 Pantah 600 with special bodywork I designed and built myself.
@@marcbrasse747 wonderful bike the Pantah the start of the whole belt drive series
Have you seen our video on the Sport Classic 1000
@@LemonDrizzleGang Yep, the Pantah is the grandfather of them all. Mine started life as the unpopular 600 TL touring version. Very unpopular and rare. I’d love to tell you where you can see it but that sort off message always get kicked out. Thanks for the tip about the Sport Classic video. Very much in my taste, especially the red one.
@@LemonDrizzleGang Just looked your bike up as well. The original Multistrada. Can’t understand why it was so critized for its styling. I really like Terblanche’s MHR 900 a lot, although it is said to be a pain in the (beep) and such to sit on. 😁
I think of my V100S as a high-tech tractor, agricultural in a refined way :) No arguing with the looks though. I live in Greece and not a ride goes by without a comment or a thumbs up from fellow riders. Great bike. Absolutely love it.
He bought it didn’t he?!!
Did you say motor gutzee. !!!
i said Moto Gutzie how would you say it ?
I am not from Norway but from Holland ( less blabla and more vroem vroem)
Very sorry for the mistake but thank you for the quote It really made me chuckle
Mike 👍
@@LemonDrizzleGang It's okay Mike, and you see I'm still following you, although less than before. It's funny that you still remembered that statement after so long haha. Greetings Ruud from Arnhem Holland. I ride a Triumph Bonneville from 1973 and a Yammie xs 650 from 1981 and also a Harley Lowrider from 1979.