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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #30 on: February 23, 2016, 10:43:39 PM »
It's still a 1400 California with all the wrong ergonomics for my old broke back. Besides it's ugly.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #31 on: February 23, 2016, 11:23:52 PM »
Seems like it's being widely dissed here; bet it turn into a big hit for Guzzi.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #32 on: February 23, 2016, 11:49:43 PM »
"exclusive, with a limited production run" - Unlike all other Guzzi models?

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #33 on: February 24, 2016, 12:34:29 AM »
"Down the alley, the Turdwagon flew..."
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
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« Reply #34 on: February 24, 2016, 04:26:05 AM »
If I was 40 and still chasing young ladies that thing would be in my garage .

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I am that age and after riding the Audace, there is no space for anything based on the 1400 platform in my shed.

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« Reply #35 on: February 24, 2016, 04:39:10 AM »
One thing I've noticed about guzzis, at least the standards, is that they're not judged in the same way that most other brands are.  Power Rangers on sport bikes will always hate on Pirates on Harleys and vice-versa, Triumph has the hipster stigma and BMW riders are a breed onto their own.

But put a guzzi into the mix and people have no idea what to make of it, they've usually never seen one. The transverse  V-twin engine looks so outlandish to most people that they forget their preconceptions and just appreciate the bike for what it is and how it looks. That or they get the "what the hell is that?" look on their face.

I actually like the look of the Flying Fortress, and the decision to make the cylinder heads red seems like a great move for precisely the reason I stated above. It's so out there that people might actually take to it. There is no ingrained rivalry like HD vs Indian, or American vs imitation japanese cruiser. I'm not sure they'll sell at least a few of them at Sturgis, in any case I think it's a good move on their part.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #36 on: February 24, 2016, 04:56:43 AM »
I love it, and I am glad Guzzi did it.  It looks different, like a Guzzi should.  The type of styling reminds me of the Diavel but it is different yet from that.

Brilliant design.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #37 on: February 24, 2016, 05:27:51 AM »
Italians trying to do American. What could possibly go wrong...

It isn't the first time.....


OK, actually, that Italians doing Japanese doing American.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #38 on: February 24, 2016, 07:05:45 AM »
"Down the alley, the Turdwagon flew..."

"A bump was hit, a scream was heard.."  :smiley: :smiley:

I asked head Hawg nephew Ricky what he thought about the new Guzzi.. he gave me "the look."  :rolleyes: I'll bet they don't get many crossover sales.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #39 on: February 24, 2016, 07:20:46 AM »
If I was 40 and still chasing young ladies that thing would be in my garage .

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I'm 46 and married.  Chasing work, and there's a chance that there may be a matching set of these in our garage  :laugh:
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #40 on: February 24, 2016, 07:21:12 AM »
It isn't the first time.....


OK, actually, that Italians doing Japanese doing American.


Never liked those either. To me it's an Alfa Romeo Crown Victoria. It doesn't go together. In fact, this is what it is:


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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #41 on: February 24, 2016, 07:30:11 AM »
Perhaps Piaggio is referencing the P108B, not the B-17. :grin:  Google Piaggio P108 for additional info.



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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #42 on: February 24, 2016, 07:41:01 AM »
 I guess they spent a lot of money developeing the 1400 platform and need to find something that will sell. Maybe it will appeal to the non red suspender wearing riders.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #43 on: February 24, 2016, 07:51:58 AM »
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Italians trying to do American. What could possibly go wrong...

I like that, wish I could think of some examples of Americans trying to do Italian - thick crust pizza?  Is carbon fiber the new chrome?  Does marketing work?  It will be interesting to see the magazine "reviews" and the sales numbers (if anyone knows how to find the numbers). Before I bought my V7II I put together a matrix of all the things I needed or wanted in a motorcycle and all the things I  didn't want (my perfect motorcycle matrix) and then I started filling out the matrix with different bike specifications. I had never even seen a Moto Guzzi but I knew of the brand from my youth. The V7II came closest to fitting my perfect bike concept, not based on any advertising or magazine rider reviews, just based on "facts". Then I ordered a V7II without ever having seen one in person or ever having ridden one. Of course this left out qualities like sound and soul so I could have been disappointed when I  picked up the bike, but I wasn't. 
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #44 on: February 24, 2016, 08:01:40 AM »
It isn't the first time.....


OK, actually, that Italians doing Japanese doing American.


Maybe just slightly less ugly than the Virago cruisers.  My motorcycle re-entry bike, a 1983 Virago 750.  Perhaps the originator of the FWP style fuel tank (thank you, John in Vt, for that description.)  I installed lower, more forward bars, and footpeg mounts that brought them back several inches.  For all its appearance issues, it was a sweet running bike.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #45 on: February 24, 2016, 08:01:40 AM »
It's fugly and looks like a fourth cousin to a poorly executed Bat-cycle from a Batman movie.
Include me OUT of the list of potential customers for this Frankencycle.   :shocked:
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #46 on: February 24, 2016, 08:02:09 AM »
:whip2:
I like that, wish I could think of some examples of Americans trying to do Italian - thick crust pizza?  Is carbon fiber the new chrome?  Does marketing work?  It will be interesting to see the magazine "reviews" and the sales numbers (if anyone knows how to find the numbers). Before I bought my V7II I put together a matrix of all the things I needed or wanted in a motorcycle and all the things I  didn't want (my perfect motorcycle matrix) and then I started filling out the matrix with different bike specifications. I had never even seen a Moto Guzzi but I knew of the brand from my youth. The V7II came closest to fitting my perfect bike concept, not based on any advertising or magazine rider reviews, just based on "facts". Then I ordered a V7II without ever having seen one in person or ever having ridden one. Of course this left out qualities like sound and soul so I could have been disappointed when I  picked up the bike, but I wasn't.



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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #47 on: February 24, 2016, 08:19:23 AM »
Needs top trunk, crash  bars that do not permit damage in a tip over (ala Victory Vision), and lowers.  I am hoping they will add the full touring gear just like Indian did with the Roadmaster.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #48 on: February 24, 2016, 08:20:51 AM »
I'm 46 and married.  Chasing work, and there's a chance that there may be a matching set of these in our garage  :laugh:

 Yeah , we don't want that lovely wife of your's to suspect anything  :thewife:

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #49 on: February 24, 2016, 08:59:52 AM »
Perhaps Piaggio is referencing the P108B, not the B-17. :grin:  Google Piaggio P108 for additional info.

 

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #50 on: February 24, 2016, 09:16:50 AM »
the video reminds me of a current Subaru commercial; made with love?
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« Reply #51 on: February 24, 2016, 09:49:59 AM »
After this bike's price is discounted to 40% off MSRP, they "may" get a few pirate wannabe buyers that were considering a $25K Harley.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #52 on: February 24, 2016, 09:58:17 AM »
If I was 40 and still chasing young ladies that thing would be in my garage .

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And if I were a lady and you pulled up in one of those, I'd know you were compensating for deficiencies elsewhere.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #53 on: February 24, 2016, 10:15:44 AM »
it appears the current crop of Harley riders can't wash their own bikes yet alone change oil. how will they keep a Guzzi running. (FYI I am a life Hog and MGNOC member) also I think of the four remaining dealers in the US only two will stock one.
after 3 weeks and 1400 miles on the new V7 I rode my old 2001 EV this week. it's still my favorite of almost 40 bikes. stick in the latest V11 engine with a six speed and I would pay $18,000 to get one. possibly two. I don't need any more big pigs.
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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #54 on: February 24, 2016, 10:31:07 AM »
And if I were a lady and you pulled up in one of those, I'd know you were compensating for deficiencies elsewhere.

 You would be waaayyyy too old anyway  :evil:

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« Reply #55 on: February 24, 2016, 11:23:05 AM »
One thing I've noticed about guzzis, at least the standards, is that they're not judged in the same way that most other brands are.  Power Rangers on sport bikes will always hate on Pirates on Harleys and vice-versa, Triumph has the hipster stigma and BMW riders are a breed onto their own.

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #56 on: February 24, 2016, 11:31:08 AM »
First I thought it belonged in a Batman film now Im not so sure.
That bike would have fitted perfectly in Zoolander 2. It so over the top. I imagine Hansel riding it in the Zoolander 2 in Italy.
Call it Italians doing Americans doing Italians add infinitum...
Just so long as it turns left as well as it turns right (to keep the zoolander pun) optional extras should be external fairing speakers an MP3 of Wagners Rings and some Rhinestoned wings to attach to ones helmet!
I'd definitely like to borrow one or hire one for a day but owning something like that? ...

If Guzzi only make a 100 I think that's the right number. A bike that's not for riding but solely for blatant showing off. On the film theme I think the MGX-21 will probably manage a few film appearances - for dark cool or comic bling I am not sure which, quite possibly both!

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #57 on: February 24, 2016, 05:16:20 PM »
Just a tease?

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #58 on: February 24, 2016, 07:22:59 PM »
Who knew the Grim Reaper rode a Guzzi, ha !!

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Re: You can't hide from the new MGX...run sissy run!
« Reply #59 on: February 25, 2016, 04:59:40 AM »
The fairing is what undermines it. Sorta reminds me of the Vetter Winged fairing of the nineties:



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