V85 TT Merged Threadfest

[leafman60]

Here ya go, guys.  A little more fuel for the P76 bonfire-

https://www.2gb.com/podcast/the-unloved-the-sad-legend-of-the-leyland-p76/

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[twowheeladdict]

Regular folks starting to ride and review now.  The comments are interesting.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DDORjauufE

[oilhed]

What do you think the chances are of a non-Adv version.  Look the same but no rack, no beak and a single road headlight?

Kinda like an old T-3

[Knuckle Dragger]

What do you think the chances are of a non-Adv version.  Look the same but no rack, no beak and a single road headlight?

Kinda like an old T-3

Only time will tell.  I suspect the next iteration will probably be some type of retro roadie, going on past releases (V7s).

[blu guzz]

i think MG will want to max out the utility of this engine like they have done with the 750s.  so, i am pretty sure we will see at least a few iterations of this basic bike. a lighter weight touring bike, with screen, bags and rack with standard ride height and sub 600 lb weight with price closer to 10,000 than 20,000 might find a willing audience.

[beetle]

..and now, the V85tt helmet...

[Cam3512]

Yea, not gonna do the helmet.

[keener]

   really ................... ............

[Knuckle Dragger]

That helmet is also available (as is matching jacket & pants) in the gaudy LGBTQRSTUV friendly "rainbow nation" livery.  With the matching 5-colour V85 bike you certainly won't get lost in a snowstorm!  Or fog.

The combined effect of all that matching BMW-esque bike, helmet, jacket & pants will presumably appeal to a certain niche market, but most will I suspect avoid like the plague.

[twowheeladdict]

..and now, the V85tt helmet...

The rock guard seems kinda high. 

[s1120]

That helmet is also available (as is matching jacket & pants) in the gaudy LGBTQRSTUV friendly "rainbow nation" livery.  With the matching 5-colour V85 bike you certainly won't get lost in a snowstorm!  Or fog.

The combined effect of all that matching BMW-esque bike, helmet, jacket & pants will presumably appeal to a certain niche market, but most will I suspect avoid like the plague.

But you know.... if your after the BMW GS customer, you gotta market in their style..  So really...  good job MG!  Its not for me... but your putting some effort into expanding your base..  Its nice to see from a company that normally lets their product die on the vine.

[jbell]

The rock guard seems kinda high.

Falling rocks.

[tasdisr]

Cadre Cycle in Cincinnati is having the Guzzi new model preview truck on April 24th and 25th.

https://mailchi.mp/0174a8317044/v85-tt-preview-days?e=3f2437d45c

[poppe]

But you know.... if your after the BMW GS customer, you gotta market in their style..  So really...  good job MG!  Its not for me... but your putting some effort into expanding your base..  Its nice to see from a company that normally lets their product die on the vine.

I also think just the ADV market tends to get a lot of people that like this kind of branding. I think the pants and jacket actually look quite cool, and I like the helmet in the white yellow form.

[kmartin]

...  Surprisingly, heated grips aren't available in any of the 3 bundles but is individually.  An absolute must in my opinion unless you live in the Mohave desert! ...

I live in the Mojave desert and could never do without my heated grips

[Trialsman]

I don't know, I have to buy a helmet for a fly-n-ride when I pick up my V85.  What is the MSRP of the white/Ronald version of their helmet anyway?  Maybe I will go all Guzzi.

[TimmyTheHog]

I don't know, I have to buy a helmet for a fly-n-ride when I pick up my V85.  What is the MSRP of the white/Ronald version of their helmet anyway?  Maybe I will go all Guzzi.

From the stelvio facebook page, one of the admin went to Italy and rented the V85. He likes it.

Here is his review by "Doc" (if haven't posted yet) https://advrider.com/f/threads/moto-guzzi-v85.1265870/page-163

Also, he bought the white/yellow Guzzi helmet as well. Apparently it's €150

[oilhed]

Yea, not gonna do the helmet.

I bought a fly racing dual sport/adv helmet for $100-150. Not a Shoei but a good helmet. 

[Matteo]

Got this one from Nolan.

[Keith McGoff]

Got this one from Nolan.

all you need then is the red and white V85TT and change the black stripe with some green vinyl rap to match the green and you would have the perfect combo

[Yan]

I liked this video from a Romanian guy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBjljyAPQ9I.  The moment around 11:40 min is a classic.

[twowings]

The V85TT may or may not be a sales sucess, and this new thing may not be either but, someone somewhere is making an effort...developing a prototype, testing, certification, distribution, etc. - all these take serious money and for such a small company a huge risk if they get stuck with a sales dud so it's encouraging for me to see...who knows what else they're cooking up in the kitchen...stay tuned...

[bad Chad]

Piaggo is not a small company.   It just that the have been treating Guzzi as a small brand, perhaps that may change?

[Murray]

Piaggo is not a small company.   It just that the have been treating Guzzi as a small brand, perhaps that may change?

Depends if people actually buy them, not small companies tend to be run by accountants, its the reason they are not small.

[T4halo]

After reading a V85 review over on ADVrider it appears this bike is bringing new riders to MG. The fella giving the review had never been on a guzzi in his life and put down his deposit after a short ride. He also mentioned all the V85s alocated for the store had been spoken for. Great news for Guzzi.

[Huzo]

After reading a V85 review over on ADVrider it appears this bike is bringing new riders to MG. The fella giving the review had never been on a guzzi in his life and put down his deposit after a short ride. He also mentioned all the V85s alocated for the store had been spoken for. Great news for Guzzi.

Therin lies the point.
Once the current market has been saturated, it’ll be necessary for new buyers to come on board.
Not saying it won’t happen, but there’ll be a lot of would be owners waiting for the recycled ones that are 1 year old with 2 1/2 thousand miles on the clock.
Unless that seller goes and buys another new Guzzi, the Status Quo will remain.

Which won’t be all bad.. (they were a beaut band.. )

[Zoom Zoom]

I don't know, I have to buy a helmet for a fly-n-ride when I pick up my V85.  What is the MSRP of the white/Ronald version of their helmet anyway?  Maybe I will go all Guzzi.

I'm unsure of your desire to get a helmet as a want or a need. But, If you're considering a fly and ride, mail your riding gear ahead so it is waiting for you at your destination. Bring a small duffel on the plane with some clothes and you're good to go.

John Henry

[Huzo]

I'm unsure of your desire to get a helmet as a want or a need. But, If you're considering a fly and ride, mail your riding gear ahead so it is waiting for you at your destination. Bring a small duffel on the plane with some clothes and you're good to go.

John Henry

Dunno.
Might be worth wearing your helmet on the ‘plane..!

[Trialsman]

Last time when I bought my Norge I UPSed my gear and it was waiting in a box at Matthews.  They met me at the airport, I signed the papers, and rode back to Pgh.  This time I was down that way about a month ago and left my jacket and all the gear except my helmet which I needed for another ride.  I figured I would just buy another helmet then come back North.

[oilhed]

I'm thinking this new motor is the future of Guzzi.  They are gonna do the BMW thing.  Offer a new ADV bike.  Then a cheaper naked roadster and maybe a retro and finally, hopefully, a Sport-tourer.  All with the same drivetrain.  By then all the V7/V9s and 1400s will be history.  If that works out there might be a performance water jacket Guzzi like the Griso.

I'd take one that looks like this: