Great review, I own a V9 Bobber Nero here in Paris, I agree about the exhaust note with you and I changed the mirrors to bar ends. Perfect for city riding, filtering traffic and blasting away from red lights, love it. Guzzi's are unique.
I agree with you there, Moto Guzzi do make lovely machines. I must admit the V7 was more my style, and I wasn't quite sure about the V9 initially, now it's gone back I miss it.
Yep, shaft drive is the way to go. I currently own 3 bikes, 2 that are shaft drive, always annoys me when I have to clean the chain on my partners bike or my other bike that has a chain. It’s an interesting ride though, different to a chain
Check them out Todd, so much fun to ride, reminds me very much of my old BMW R65 which I’ve always said is the most fun bike I’ve ever ridden, although Amber’s Continental GT is not far behind
I can understand how the colour scheme is not everyone’s cup of tea but I have to say the photos and video don’t do it justice, seriously quality finish on the Guzzi.
Great review man. Guzzi is definitely an acquired taste. It takes a moment to get it. I miss riding them. I’ve secretly been looking at them lately as a replacement for the Sporty. I have some specific models in mind that Australia seems to miss out on.
@@whatsstefon actually I just did a quick search online and it appears the only options are the V7, V9 and V85TT so no more Eldorado’s or any cruisers in the line up which seems odd. Very keen to check out the V100 when it lands. Hoping to get a press bike
This bike could have some real potential as a cafe racer , albeit , with cruising capabilities. Removing and replacing that saddle with a cafe one would really increase that ‘wow’ factor. Would you know of any modified v9’s out there ?
to have cruising capabilities, they should have changed the fork for a better one. biggest problem of this bike is stability! behind a van or even a large car, up to 110 kmh, you are praying to stay alive. in curves at reasonable high speed, it's worse, and you can try any tire you want, after 6k km, the bike wobbles dangerously between 70 and 90 km/h.. i tried everything to reduce the problem: changing heigh of the fork, adding or removing windshield, changing handlebars and risers, tested many tires, and many tire pressure, changed the stock shocks for Skock factory etc.. it's better, but far from what it should be. the only thing which work is changing the fork and add a Misano Kit springs, but it's too exensive. i ride a lot with it and sportively( not speed but lot of angle in twwisties) , it's my main vehicule, i made long trips every time, up to 3 or 4000 km. so, you can cruise with it but, like said my guzzi dealer, i am the only one he knows who ride so much with this bike.. about saddle, after 40k km, i finally dont care about it even if , it's like sitting on a plank :) ps, i talk about the 2018 , not the new one which doesnt have stability problems
Moto Guzzi ownership is quite unique. Had my Griso for almost 7 years and even though there are better bikes out there. I have no interest in updating it (although the V100 might tempt me).
Thanks for watching glad your enjoyed the video. I think my many years as a muso (yes, drummers are real musicians) has affected my hearing, shall see if we can keep the music levels in check for the next one
Sure have ridden the V7 Special, review on the channel about 6 months ago. The V9 actually handles ok, but you are correct the V7 does handle better. We are getting the new V7 stone as well as the V100 Mandello for review very soon. Out if the V7 and V9 I prefer the V7
Good test (too much v7 tests, we need more v9 videos...) I own the same model and I can say that's more similar to a naked than a cruiser, only style & tyres remind to a cruiser bike....in the complex I'm satisfied (I came from Harley): fuel consumption, assembly quality, brakes & engine are very good
Agree, it’s not a bike that gets enough attention, would still love to review a V7, but I was so impressed with the V9, such a quality bike, really enjoyed riding it, didn’t want to give it back.
@@BikerTorque yeah the lightness gives good performances also with a "little" engine and electronic form Piaggio & Aprilia is very good (traction control, abs and lights are ok)
The gear indicator isn’t determined by the gear you are in, but by rpm and speed, and calculate the gear. That’s why it’s slow and doesn’t show gear when you aren’t moving under power.
Thanks for watching. I haven’t ridden the V7 yet, but it is on the list, as is the V85TT. Based on my experience with the V9 though, I suspect I’m going to love the V9, the styling is very much my cup of tea.
Great review, I own a V9 Bobber Nero here in Paris, I agree about the exhaust note with you and I changed the mirrors to bar ends. Perfect for city riding, filtering traffic and blasting away from red lights, love it. Guzzi's are unique.
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Ross, very detailed review and beautifully edited.
You are such a stylish chap and that whole vibe suits the bike perfectly!
Stylish, me, you sure you were watching the right video?
Very slick production, Ross, a pleasure to watch your videos!
Thanks man, still need to get yourself and Rochelle on the channel, might be for season 4.
I watched this videos for the first time a few months ago and yesterday i bought myself exact this model 👍😎
Hey nice one. I hope you enjoy it, great bike.
Oh and thanks for watching
@@lifeofesss good luck my friend, ride safely. Enjoy!
Amazing Ross. Great review and a gorgeous bike.
Cheers Rob, thanks for watching. It’s a bike that was converted me to really wanting a cruiser.
Fantastic review, my friend. V9 bobber in black, and this Centenario colour looks awesome.
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Awesome, I love my V9 Bobber Sport
Nice one. I loved it also, currently reviewing the BMW R12 which is a very similar experience
very nice bike indeed but you forgot at the beginning about Kawasaki W800 and I cannot forget that :D just kiddin, great vid as always
Cheers
That headlight is wild! I've never ridden a Moto Guzzi. I'm not even sure I've seen one by me. I'll have to check around. I'm in the US. Great review!
It’s a stunning design. The California Highway Patrol used to ride Guzzis. I might need to watch some old episodes of CHIPS now
Can’t wait to watch this Ross. I’m at a gig. Will watch tonight.
Enjoy the gig Chewie
Yes a new episode of biker torque! And a moto guzzi. Nice.
Cheers mate. We’ve got a few more reviews coming up and our regular stories kicking off again in a few weeks. Thanks for watching
Closing in on 1,000, you’ll be there overnight! ✌️👏
Yeah that was a bit of a shock, we've put on about 100 in the last 7 weeks with our posting any new content so pretty pumped about that.
The V9 Bobber has never really done much for me, but I do love my Moto Guzzi V7 (2012) and V85TT (2020). Moto Guzzi make some lovely motorcycles!
I agree with you there, Moto Guzzi do make lovely machines. I must admit the V7 was more my style, and I wasn't quite sure about the V9 initially, now it's gone back I miss it.
@@BikerTorque the engines are so characterful 🙂
@@HippoDrones yeah, I’d agree with that. I have a couple of R series BMWs and they very much remind me of riding those
@@BikerTorque nice 🙂
Brilliant review, Ross. I'm with you , re shaft drive, most of my bikes were shafties, the first being a Yamaha XS750 triple. Cheers
Yep, shaft drive is the way to go. I currently own 3 bikes, 2 that are shaft drive, always annoys me when I have to clean the chain on my partners bike or my other bike that has a chain. It’s an interesting ride though, different to a chain
Great video and the bike is a sight to behold! Its on the list, but how do think it would suit a longer legged rider?
I think it would be ok for a talker rider, maybe best to test ride one.
Love the new style of video mate, everything a punter wants to know.👍🍻
Good to hear, thanks for the feedback.
Great review. Have not chased these bikes at all but you have piqued my interest. Ta.
Check them out Todd, so much fun to ride, reminds me very much of my old BMW R65 which I’ve always said is the most fun bike I’ve ever ridden, although Amber’s Continental GT is not far behind
Great review Ross, I struggle with the green and grey but hey that’s just me. Its definitely got the Guzzi look otherwise 😎👍🏼
I can understand how the colour scheme is not everyone’s cup of tea but I have to say the photos and video don’t do it justice, seriously quality finish on the Guzzi.
V7 or V9? That is the question!
Great review! 😉
I’m keen to review the V7, definitely my kind of bike. If it’s anything like the V9 I’m sure I’ll love it. Love the styling on the special
Great review man. Guzzi is definitely an acquired taste. It takes a moment to get it. I miss riding them. I’ve secretly been looking at them lately as a replacement for the Sporty. I have some specific models in mind that Australia seems to miss out on.
Yes it seems we don't get all of the models out here.
@@BikerTorque quite a few models missing compared to other countries.
@@whatsstefon actually I just did a quick search online and it appears the only options are the V7, V9 and V85TT so no more Eldorado’s or any cruisers in the line up which seems odd. Very keen to check out the V100 when it lands. Hoping to get a press bike
@@BikerTorque ah. So those amazing bikes have been killed off entirely? Damn.
@@whatsstefon having said that, I can see you on a V9
Awesome review. I’ve put this on the “need” list.
I need a “need” list. Thanks for watching
Great video Ross. I’ll have to find spice alley. Is it near Central station?
Yep, Kensington St. Thanks for watching
next time you are in Sydney Chewie
@@BikerTorque You’re on. First week of October.
@@hachewie lock it in Chewie
Guess I missed this one ☝️
Interesting I see bikes there that I don’t see here in the states. Pretty cool 😎
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This bike could have some real potential as a cafe racer , albeit , with cruising capabilities.
Removing and replacing that saddle with a cafe one would really increase that ‘wow’ factor.
Would you know of any modified v9’s out there ?
I don’t know of any V9s that have been customized but I am sure there would be a few
to have cruising capabilities, they should have changed the fork for a better one. biggest problem of this bike is stability! behind a van or even a large car, up to 110 kmh, you are praying to stay alive. in curves at reasonable high speed, it's worse, and you can try any tire you want, after 6k km, the bike wobbles dangerously between 70 and 90 km/h.. i tried everything to reduce the problem: changing heigh of the fork, adding or removing windshield, changing handlebars and risers, tested many tires, and many tire pressure, changed the stock shocks for Skock factory etc.. it's better, but far from what it should be. the only thing which work is changing the fork and add a Misano Kit springs, but it's too exensive.
i ride a lot with it and sportively( not speed but lot of angle in twwisties) , it's my main vehicule, i made long trips every time, up to 3 or 4000 km. so, you can cruise with it but, like said my guzzi dealer, i am the only one he knows who ride so much with this bike..
about saddle, after 40k km, i finally dont care about it even if , it's like sitting on a plank :)
ps, i talk about the 2018 , not the new one which doesnt have stability problems
Moto Guzzi ownership is quite unique. Had my Griso for almost 7 years and even though there are better bikes out there. I have no interest in updating it (although the V100 might tempt me).
Yes the V100 does look like a cracker. Fingers crossed I can get one for a Pie Run.
PLEASE PLEASE, music TOO LOUD !!!
HARD to hear.
GREAT review.
YOU are VERY GOOD, VERY natural. Natural Talent.
Regards.
Thanks for watching glad your enjoyed the video. I think my many years as a muso (yes, drummers are real musicians) has affected my hearing, shall see if we can keep the music levels in check for the next one
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Thank you, appreciated.
- Hav a gd 1.
Have you ridden the V7 850? Curious how they compare. I would think the V7 handles better with those balloon tires in front.
Sure have ridden the V7 Special, review on the channel about 6 months ago. The V9 actually handles ok, but you are correct the V7 does handle better. We are getting the new V7 stone as well as the V100 Mandello for review very soon. Out if the V7 and V9 I prefer the V7
@@BikerTorque I just bought the V7 Stone a few days ago, I think I like it more than my Bonnie T120 I used to have.
Awesome review.. Great work Team 👏
Glad you liked it!
Great review Ross 👌
Thanks Frank, great bike to ride
Cracking video..I’ve owned one of these for about a year..love it💪
Cheers mate, thanks for watching, I was seriously impressed with it. Did I miss anything g I the review? Any insights from a year of ownership?
@@BikerTorque not at all..an excellent review of a cracking bike.
@@griso107 thanks for your kind words, glad you enjoyed it.
Good test (too much v7 tests, we need more v9 videos...)
I own the same model and I can say that's more similar to a naked than a cruiser, only style & tyres remind to a cruiser bike....in the complex I'm satisfied (I came from Harley): fuel consumption, assembly quality, brakes & engine are very good
Agree, it’s not a bike that gets enough attention, would still love to review a V7, but I was so impressed with the V9, such a quality bike, really enjoyed riding it, didn’t want to give it back.
Also, thanks for watching
@@BikerTorque yeah the lightness gives good performances also with a "little" engine and electronic form Piaggio & Aprilia is very good (traction control, abs and lights are ok)
The gear indicator isn’t determined by the gear you are in, but by rpm and speed, and calculate the gear. That’s why it’s slow and doesn’t show gear when you aren’t moving under power.
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Great looking bike. I want one !
They certainly are. Thanks for watching
Great bike, albeit a few negative points.
I’d love to run that along the Nasho!
It was a heap of fun in the Nasho, negative points were pretty minor
Are you able to comment on how this bike compares to the 2021 V7 Stone Centenario?
Thanks for watching. I haven’t ridden the V7 yet, but it is on the list, as is the V85TT. Based on my experience with the V9 though, I suspect I’m going to love the V9, the styling is very much my cup of tea.
Is there a bad bike for a pie run?
I believe you may have discovered the flaw in my methodology😂
@@BikerTorque It’s a delicious flaw. 😉
If you MUST have it ...Reduce the volume of the music !.
Yes, I think I must have had some foxy heads phones on whilst mixing that one
hi~best . see ya!~ Biker.
Thanks man
C est une super moto et les critiques négatives ne sont alimentées que par des imbéciles qui ne sont pas montés dessus.
100%
Motorcycle stuff… hands down the WORST customer experience I have ever seen in any motorcycle related shop.
Sorry to hear about your experience