Author Topic: Visiting dealer tomorrow... (Read 16897 times)

timonbik · « **Reply #60 on:** August 19, 2016, 06:59:17 AM »

First off, congrats on the new bike, I do like the look. It is a bit like Arlen Ness meets HD at the Moto Guzzi factory.
What I don't understand is how MG lets bikes leave the factory with parts missing, signals not working etc. Sorry guys, quirky manufacturer or not, TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. Because it's a toy we over look the shortcomings. If you went to pick up a new Chev truck (example only) and got to the dealer and found parts missing and signals not working, you'd be pissed. Probably refuse to take it or request another one. I can't even imagine a dealer telling you to drive home with signals not working. Lug the engine or not, why would the bike throw a code, "something rotten in Denmark" boys and girls. Hate to be a downer but when you pay BIG MONEY, I don't think you should have these problem on the first day of ownership.
Just say'in.
Tim

Luap McKeever · « **Reply #61 on:** August 19, 2016, 10:52:48 AM »

Quote from: timonbik on August 19, 2016, 06:59:17 AM

First off, congrats on the new bike, I do like the look. It is a bit like Arlen Ness meets HD at the Moto Guzzi factory.
What I don't understand is how MG lets bikes leave the factory with parts missing, signals not working etc. Sorry guys, quirky manufacturer or not, TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. Because it's a toy we over look the shortcomings. If you went to pick up a new Chev truck (example only) and got to the dealer and found parts missing and signals not working, you'd be pissed. Probably refuse to take it or request another one. I can't even imagine a dealer telling you to drive home with signals not working. Lug the engine or not, why would the bike throw a code, "something rotten in Denmark" boys and girls. Hate to be a downer but when you pay BIG MONEY, I don't think you should have these problem on the first day of ownership.
Just say'in.
Tim

I couldn't agree more. I think they'll get everything ironed out fine. I may have rushed them a bit due to my tight schedule.

John Ulrich · « **Reply #62 on:** August 19, 2016, 11:06:23 AM »

Quote from: lucian on August 19, 2016, 06:34:13 AM

Congradulations Luap, I know your gonna love it. Not that the mgx won't attract attention, but you really got to find yourself a bat man outfit.

Ditto. But instead of a pirate mask that "everyone" wears, find a Jokers mask to wear on cooler days.

rtbickel · « **Reply #63 on:** August 19, 2016, 12:37:56 PM »

Quote from: Luap McKeever on August 18, 2016, 08:46:30 PM

Update. The battery cable pull fixed the engine light. All's well there.

Here's a photo I snapped when I stopped to put on my rain suit.

Here it is when I got home.

Now the fun starts. Modifying it to add all my doo-dads.

Beautiful bike. Just my 2 cents worth, but with the black head covers from the Audace on my white 2014 touring, it really looks snazzy. Pretty cheap too, considering (I'd snap my red suspenders if I had any). The red just doesn't look right to me.

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #63 on:** August 19, 2016, 12:37:56 PM »

lucian · « **Reply #64 on:** August 19, 2016, 12:49:20 PM »

As was mentioned, pictures really don't capture the beauty of these machines. You completely miss that third dimension. I've seen one in person and the valve covers are a much more subtle part of the overall package . The top of the fins are polished aluminum and look real nice. I am surprised at the amount of spring return on the throttle, my custom is just the opposite.

Tom · « **Reply #65 on:** August 19, 2016, 01:39:45 PM »

Hey......now Moto Guzzi is building bikes for the 6' and over crowd.

One of my observations of Moto Guzzi over the years is that they make medium sized bikes that a lot of people have to resize for their larger frames.

Testarossa · « **Reply #66 on:** August 19, 2016, 06:39:55 PM »

When the Tonti frame was designed, the average height of an Italian male was 172.5cm (you can look that up!) or 5'8", which happens to be my height.

Tom · « **Reply #67 on:** August 19, 2016, 06:44:53 PM »

+1 That's why Moto Guzzi fits me.

mjptexas · « **Reply #68 on:** August 19, 2016, 07:18:34 PM »

I have a specification question. Will a twelve pack fit in the cases?

tazio · « **Reply #69 on:** August 19, 2016, 07:44:14 PM »

Quote from: mjptexas on August 19, 2016, 07:18:34 PM

I have a specification question. Will a twelve pack fit in the cases?

Depends ?

Devildog · « **Reply #70 on:** August 19, 2016, 07:45:45 PM »

Luap, your bike is both elegant and sinister, amazing really. I'm guessing most people will think it is a custom build.

Tom · « **Reply #71 on:** August 19, 2016, 07:46:26 PM »

12 pack of what?

mjptexas · « **Reply #72 on:** August 19, 2016, 08:23:57 PM »

Quote from: Tom on August 19, 2016, 07:46:26 PM

12 pack of what?

Dr. Pepper

Tom · « **Reply #73 on:** August 19, 2016, 08:30:59 PM »

Luap McKeever · « **Reply #74 on:** August 19, 2016, 08:40:28 PM »

Quote from: Devildog on August 19, 2016, 07:45:45 PM

Luap, your bike is both elegant and sinister, amazing really. I'm guessing most people will think it is a custom build.

Thanks. It's a real head turner and conversation starter. I rode it to O'Reilly's this evening and had 4 guys ask what it was. There are no words on it anywhere. A quick history lesson and they were all intrigued. All of them were under 35 and all said it was "kick ass". I think that is the exact response Moto Guzzi was hoping for. One of the guys said he was going to start researching them. He might even chime in here later...

Side note, I pushed it pretty hard in the corners today and it never barked. I'm diggin it.

Kev m · « **Reply #75 on:** August 19, 2016, 10:05:18 PM »

As the resident Harley fan you'd think I'd love this. But ironically I'm not a fan of Harleys with a batwing fairing.

Then I see the pics and have to pull a double switch and actually love it.

Nice ride.

Dammed if I understand why I like it!

John Ulrich · « **Reply #76 on:** August 19, 2016, 10:15:19 PM »

Quote from: Kev m on August 19, 2016, 10:05:18 PM

Dammed if I understand why I like it!

Because it's a Guzzi!

Aaron D. · « **Reply #77 on:** August 20, 2016, 08:26:27 AM »

I think:
1) The 1400 series is the best bike Guzzi have made in years
2) It embodies the Guzzi "spirit" better than any in some time
3) They are fantastic to ride.

Jim Rich · « **Reply #78 on:** August 20, 2016, 09:16:36 AM »

Good luck with it Luap. Hope it is a great bike for you.

elvisboy77 · « **Reply #79 on:** August 20, 2016, 11:46:38 AM »

Quote from: Aaron D. on August 20, 2016, 08:26:27 AM

I think:
1) The 1400 series is the best bike Guzzi have made in years
2) It embodies the Guzzi "spirit" better than any in some time
3) They are fantastic to ride.

I could not agree more. Well said!

Tom · « **Reply #80 on:** August 20, 2016, 02:41:17 PM »

This is definitely a "watershed" moment bike for Moto Guzzi. A model that brings totally new people to the brand. The last model that did this was the '98 California EV.

lucian · « **Reply #81 on:** August 20, 2016, 02:58:24 PM »

Quote from: tazio on August 19, 2016, 07:44:14 PM

Depends ?

Depends come in a twelve pack?

Gliderjohn · « **Reply #82 on:** August 20, 2016, 03:06:23 PM »

The 1400 sounds really nice but I am now very gun shy concerning buying new from Guzzi after my roller debacle with the Norge and all the problems Frank Wedge had with his 1400. Luap, best of luck. Hope it is a great bike for you.
GliderJohn

tazio · « **Reply #83 on:** August 20, 2016, 04:04:53 PM »

Finally sat on one at the dealer, this bike has PRESENCE !
Saddlebags had not been installed yet, and I could easily imagine panels in place of bags
slimming down the back end if one wanted to.
Quite a stout return spring as Luap noted.
Cast bars should have had some adjustability (like my old Yamaha vision)
With butt up against seat stop, there is a nice long reach to bars for me, though others
may miss not having bar position options.
Cannot believe how different this bike comes off in person as opposed to photos !

Tom · « **Reply #84 on:** August 20, 2016, 04:50:53 PM »

Does the rear wheel have the carbon fiber look like the front. I'm thinking yes but being covered up might have a different look. Does it have that cover look?

tazio · « **Reply #85 on:** August 20, 2016, 04:59:26 PM »

No.
Although service dude mentioned "quite a bit of prep work" to get bikes ready for showroom.
Maybe he hadn't gotten to that part yet..

Tom · « **Reply #86 on:** August 20, 2016, 05:10:18 PM »

The bike being bagged would catch the crosswinds and be a lot of fun to ride on I40 between Gallup and Flagstaff.

bad Chad · « **Reply #87 on:** August 20, 2016, 06:55:37 PM »

But of course you know the carbon fiber wheel covers come off, should the owner wish a more open feel.

Tom · « **Reply #88 on:** August 20, 2016, 08:01:07 PM »

If I knew the answer, I wouldn't have asked. Haven't seen one yet either.

mjptexas · « **Reply #89 on:** August 21, 2016, 09:45:56 AM »

Saw one at AF1 this weekend. It was sold so all I could do was look at it. IMHO Guzzi is upping the ante with regard to fit and finish. I spent about 20 min checking it out. Completely different switch gear than the earlier 1400s. Looks like the cruise control will be easier to use. Regarding the throttle - looks like the accentuator is now at the throttle grip instead of down in the bowls of the bike. Suspect that is what is changing throttle feel. I wonder if Guzzi will be changing out the switch gear on the other 1400s.

I must say, if I didn't have the Cali Custom I'd give this bike serious consideration.

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