V100 Mandello Merged Threadfest

[hauto]

Look at the video at the end,forget the eagle. To me that is when the whole package looks good. Step back 10/15 yards and it all fits. Up close I'll agree,just doesn't quite flow as nice as from a distance.

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

And why is the driveshaft on the left?

people who *seem* to know what they are talking about say a wet clutch adds another gear into the mix which reverses the spin to the driveshaft, which means either move the drive to the opposite side or reverse the spin of the engine...

I dont know if that is true, but makes sense to me

[Charles in Lake Charles]

Check https://www.cycleworld.com/story/motorcycle-news/moto-guzzi-v100-mandello-new-model-and-engine-details/ for more information .

[80CX100]

What would you have done differently ?

     Added a bit of roundness, and some smoother flowing lines to the overall design like MV Agusta attempted recently with one of their retro models.

     So far I've seen photo comparisons with 5-6 other brands that are all very similar in overall design, ie Ducati, Bmw, Honda, Suzuki, the Kawi comparison especially, was very close; they all have a bit of that angry insect, angular, pouncing predator look.

     I'd like to think that mg could deviate from the crowd and rise above it with a much more appealing, flowing Italian design, that's always been their forte.

     I don't think we've seen the best yet, mg has been holding their cards close, I think there's still a few aces to be played.

     I'm not in the market, and although I've always been partial to the faster red color, that green bike really pops, with the Ohlins it would be a no brainer 

     I hope they sell a ton of them.

     fwiw 

[kirkemon]

Have there been any specs posted for the V100 Mandello ?
Sorry if I have missed them.

https://jalopnik.com/moto-guzzi-is-celebrating-100-years-with-an-incredible-1847655574

[Dirk_S]

Geez. I only just now noticed the headers out the side.

Also, whereas many a sport bike look like a bug,
And lots of ADV bikes look like a bird,
This one reminds me of an old Ray Harryhausen movie:







You’re welcome.

(Still like it)

[Turin]

I'm surprisingly pleased . It's pretty, and has some unique features / gimmicks.

This bodes well in general considering this is the first bike out of the gate with the new drivetrain. Exciting stuff!

[Beowulf]

The more I look at this bike I like it. It’s beautiful and I’m willing to bet it handles beautifully. I hope it has a dry clutch ( anyone know for sure?) not a deal breaker but I could see myself buying one in a couple of years. I’m reminded of this.

https://raresportbikesforsale.com/racer-never-2004-moto-guzzi-mgs-01/

[rschrum]

First thing I would do is ceramic coat the exhaust silver. It would blend in with the engine. Can't wait for the V110. That would be the the Tuono v4 1100 turned sideways.

[Socalrob]

I'm excited about this.  It looks pretty sporty, but look at the height of the handlebars, they know their audience.  Nothing about price yet, but I imagine you will need at least $13,000 to $15,000 to park it in your garage, then come the bags and other accessories.  The BMW 1250RS is the closest looking beemer to it and they are more like $20,000.00. So, just as the V85 series is a relative bargain for what you get, I hope they keep this machine priced right too.  This machine may actually have a shot of some conquest sales if it gets the press reception that the v85tt got and of course, if they can deliver the bikes.  Always a question with MG.

I have been moderately bike shopping lately, with the BMW R1250RS as a heavy contender.  It’s not cheap.  One of my complaints is at 136hp it seems a bit much.  This new Guzzi could be perfect.  Would like to see some luggage.

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

Really really good youtube video from the press event with tons of closeup detail of the ride by wire, cruise, ohlins, wet clutch, etc etc etc

dang. looks better and better

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Od8nYRyN11s&t=107s

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

this one is in italian, but shows a closeup of the illuminated dash.. including a 10k redline on the tach 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97DsTk1lo5I

[moto]

Those headers look like they serve a second purpose of crash bars?

Agreed. A lot cheaper to replace than heads. And they're not even chromed, further reducing the cost.

[Huzo]

Agreed. A lot cheaper to replace than heads. And they're not even chromed, further reducing the cost.

Those black covers over the pipes would need chroming.

[Smithy]

If they do a gloss black like the 1400s with the subtle metallic finish and keep the gold rims I will get one. Set of bags...perfect.

[Peter from Sch'dy]

What is that in the test section? Looks Norgeish. Bagger for sure. Curious.

[gentlemanjim]

This bike makes me proud I am a Guzzi fan.  You naysayers is why the marque has been stagnant for so long.  Holding on to traditions and style that please you and hold back the opportunity for growth and recognition of the brand.  The new V7, V85 and now the V100 bring Guzzi into the 21st century and can stand toe to toe with the likes of BMW and Ducati and others.  If you are proud of owning a Moto Guzzi whatever style embrace this one as Paiggio could have dumped the brand long ago.  And who'd you be blaming and crying about then?  I remember I heard here a MG rep talking to a group of MG traditionalist the red suspenders type complaining about product development and saying to them "You are the problem"  Always stuck in my mind.  If we are the problem then we need to support the solution.  Go buy a new Goose whatever style you like.  Nothing like sales to motivate a manufacturer to spend on product development.

[Dogwalker]

What is that in the test section? Looks Norgeish. Bagger for sure. Curious.

[Dogwalker]

New engine started.

https://youtu.be/XLPwbhIySOY

[blu guzz]

sounds like a guzzi. one advantage of water cooling, at least in the past is that it tends to mask other engine sounds.  in doing this, some makers have been able to dial in a little additional exhaust note and still pass the aggregate noise test that governmental entities mandate. here's hoping.  i hope that with double overhead cams, this bike does not have the fighter jet whine from the valvetrain that so many modern bikes have. a friend used to have a triumph triple, tiger i think and coming at you, it sounded like a jet was approaching for all of the cam noise it made.

[Vagrant]

The engine rocks when you twist the throttle! YEA!

[elrealistico]

Welp, now there's a candidate for me for about 2-3 years for now. Perhaps some current Norge owners would upgrade and pass it down when no longer able to ride, or better yet gift their progeny (or progeny's progeny) with such a machine to do a tour ride with pop-pop or meemaw, as the case may be

[Huzo]

The engine rocks when you twist the throttle! YEA!

And in the same direction.

[PJPR01]

Man oh man...why must they tempt me with a modern Norge competitor??  Ah...decisions decisions!

More room needed in the garage!

[Dirk_S]

Here are a couple quick and crude mock-ups to consider:

Now that the engine is back to being a centerpiece, color treatments will not only stand out on their own, highlighting the curves and angles of the body, but that motor will once again really pop. Cheers to that:

[guzzisteve]

New engine started.

https://youtu.be/XLPwbhIySOY

Thanks, at least it runs for a minute. I am cautious on believing it's a real working motorcycle.

Bike in window is a 2V Norge bodywork.

[Guzzitenn]

 I really think Moto Guzzi has done a smart job in product development lately. The new 850 V7, the V85tt, and now this V100. If had had the money I’d have all three, and now this V100 news has me waiting instead of buying a V7 850. I have a new plan , by a V85tt 2020 then trade it in for the new V100 , unless I love it too much. But man I’d go into debt for this one. Congrats MG you are getting serious attention from the motorcycle world. Read the comments on YouTube.

[Turin]

I'm hoping they eventually introduce a LeMans Variant.






I appreciate some of the styling making a nod to the past without being retro.

[jwinwi]

Thanks, at least it runs for a minute. I am caucus on believing it's a real working motorcycle.

Bike in window is a 2V Norge bodywork.

We know it's not a wooden mock up motor a la Indian at one point in its complicated past.

[willowstreetguzziguy]

I'm hoping they eventually introduce a LeMans Variant.






I appreciate some of the styling making a nod to the past without being retro.

When you look at the two bikes, is the large open space above the rear wheel on newer bikes a necessary thing or a styling thing? And is the lack of a front fender cause for concern with road debris flying up against the radiator and engine?