V100 Mandello Merged Threadfest

[LowRyter]

Dodge

[Ncdan]

Dodge

Wow now you have my attention LR, I’m a dodge boy from back to the 60s! That’s one beautiful pickup, IMHO👍

[LowRyter]

Dan, you're a smart man.   

[Moparnut72]

That looks like a'71. Other than Mopars I love Studebakers. Always go with the unusual underdogs, guess that is why I am here. However Mopars have gotten quite good and are everywhere now. I live in a small town and new Challengers pop up all the time.
kk

[LowRyter]

That looks like a'71. Other than Mopars I love Studebakers. Always go with the unusual underdogs, guess that is why I am here. However Mopars have gotten quite good and are everywhere now. I live in a small town and new Challengers pop up all the time.
kk

1967


OTOH

[Kremmen]

You're jones'n for it.  Admit it.   

I've had one since 2013. Red Sport 1000 monoposto. It’s a joy to ride when its working but it mostly isn’t, haha. Grey import from Japan which had some issues. I’ve probably had it on the road about a third of the time I’ve owned it. Hopefully mine isn't representative but if it is...don't jones for one, hahaha

[s1120]

Dodge

Nice one!!  Im in the process of rebuilding a 74 powerwagon that has been in the family since 76. 20K miles, but been sitting since 89.

[twowheeladdict]

I guess the conversations surrounding the new V100 have gotten stale and now have migrated to ugly truck posts.   

[chuck peterson]

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😳

[Ncdan]

I guess the conversations surrounding the new V100 have gotten stale and now have migrated to ugly truck posts.   

TWA, if you have some newly or more recent discovery of information involving  the new V100 feel free to redirect the threads conversation. 👍

Dan

[rocker59]

Back in the early '90's ('93 IIRC), Dodge redesigned their light truck line. I read the early reviews and previews and it was an almost 50/50 "love it!/hate it!" ratio from the public and the automotive press.
Someone interviewed one of the company's designers/engineers and asked what Dodge was going to do about the naysayers. The reply was "Nothing! We are very happy with the strong reaction.  The worst thing that could happen would be indifference!"

Model Year 1994.  Most inspired truck design in decades!  Dodge had been barely hanging in with a 20 year old truck design kept relevant with the Cummins diesel option.  Then, they introduced the 1994 line of Ram Trucks and in short order were making significant inroads into the Ford and GM customer base.

https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-1994-dodge-ram-revolution-changed-pickup-trucks-forever/




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[willowstreetguzziguy]

Model Year 1994.  Most inspired truck design in decades!  Dodge had been barely hanging in with a 20 year old truck design kept relevant with the Cummins diesel option.  Then, they introduced the 1994 line of Ram Trucks and in short order were making significant inroads into the Ford and GM customer base.

https://www.drivingline.com/articles/the-1994-dodge-ram-revolution-changed-pickup-trucks-forever/




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So… Are we thinking that the new V100 is like the 1994 Ram truck??? A breakthrough design? I thought it looked more like an Italian supermodel!

[rocker59]

So… Are we thinking that the new V100 is like the 1994 Ram truck??? A breakthrough design? I thought it looked more like an Italian supermodel!

Well, the execution is good.  Now, about the follow through! 

[rocker59]

and then Hinkley revealed this:

[Moparnut72]

1967


OTOH

Not intentionally trying to keep the hijack going but I don't know what I was thinking definitely not a '71. An employee had a '71. Anyway I hope this new Mandello is like the '94 Dodge a whole new direction for MG. I have wished for a lower road going version of the V85. New hope, a comfortable version of this new bike. My old body can't do café style or adventure bikes anymore.
kk

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

and then Hinkley revealed this:

Specs on this thing are crazy, and they finally fixed the speed triple's biggest downfall-- ugly bug styling! I love the round headlight, kinda reminds me of that MV Agusta

[Dimitri_Harkov]

Yes indeed!
Gorgeous bike, that Triumph.

But I remain hopeful that the new V100's engine will be mated to a beautiful (to me) exterior in the near future.

Cheers,
D.

[LowRyter]

and then Hinkley revealed this:

That Speed Triple is very cool.  It looks like a committed riding position. 

Strange, the most upright ST has the least wind protection.

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

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I am buying a green one for sure

[rocker59]

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I am buying a green one for sure

No Guzzi in years has motivated me like this V100.  I'm really anxious to see it at EICMA and watch the ride reports that will be popping up on YouTube after the EICMA show in November!

[ScepticalScotty]

Same with me Rocker. The 750s were nice, and the 850s even better, but no bike has really made me want to sell my Breva 750, not REALLY...until this one came along. Might be too tall for me - oh well.

I think the styling is pretty much perfect. But of course that subjective. I think the Standard Libelle is the most beautiful aircraft ever made, and the finest ever looking car? Dick Johnsons XE Falcon at Bathurst. Or maybe an Alfa 1750......

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

No Guzzi in years has motivated me like this V100.  I'm really anxious to see it at EICMA and watch the ride reports that will be popping up on YouTube after the EICMA show in November!

I'm sold...  They added a dealer under 2hrs from me, if it is a flop I will lemon law it...  But I'm placing a deposit Nov 24th and I'm buying a green one as soon as I can get my hands on it.  I think we are going to see the first real fruits of aprillia's ownership with this one.

[Dirk_S]

I'm sold...  They added a dealer under 2hrs from me, if it is a flop I will lemon law it...  But I'm placing a deposit Nov 24th and I'm buying a green one as soon as I can get my hands on it.  I think we are going to see the first real fruits of aprillia's ownership with this one.

And here I thought you were more of classic looks type... or is this classic-looking enough for ya?

[Guzzistaracing]

In all the posts about the new V100 I am missing the technical discussions. With the new wet multi plate clutch will it be a more rev willing engine? What about the exceedingly(Looks like it to me) long swing arm? Will it give the bike quick handling and at the same time the stability Guzzi is famed for? What about the lack of a torque arm on the swing arm? Have they solved the problem without any? What will the new interesting engine splitting mean for overhaul? Easier or harder? Now I sit back and get at beer!

[jwinwi]

In all the posts about the new V100 I am missing the technical discussions. With the new wet multi plate clutch will it be a more rev willing engine? What about the exceedingly(Looks like it to me) long swing arm? Will it give the bike quick handling and at the same time the stability Guzzi is famed for? What about the lack of a torque arm on the swing arm? Have they solved the problem without any? What will the new interesting engine splitting mean for overhaul? Easier or harder? Now I sit back and get at beer!

See Post Reply# 195 by Tusayan.

Yes, swingarm looks long but in the official promo video where the eagle lands on the rider's hand the bike appears to have a short wheelbase.

[Dirk_S]

Many here have probably observed quicker than I how the intake port location on the heads allow the cylinder heads to really hug the trellis frame, whereas previous iterations are forced to leave space for the intake manifold to branch out from the airbox.

[Huzo]

Same with me Rocker. The 750s were nice, and the 850s even better, but no bike has really made me want to sell my Breva 750, not REALLY...until this one came along. Might be too tall for me - oh well.

I think the styling is pretty much perfect. But of course that subjective. I think the Standard Libelle is the most beautiful aircraft ever made, and the finest ever looking car? Dick Johnsons XE Falcon at Bathurst. Or maybe an Alfa 1750......

Have you flown a Libelle ?

[Mayor_of_BBQ]

In all the posts about the new V100 I am missing the technical discussions. With the new wet multi plate clutch will it be a more rev willing engine?

in the youtube video above, you can see the dash displays a 10k redline. taking that huge flywheel off the crankshaft has got to help! More importantly looks like easy access bye bye frame crabbing. Also to your other point, taking the clutch out of line with the engine has to help tighten up that wheelbase.

[jwinwi]

Hey, where's Oberdan Bezzi's mashup of MGS01 bodywork with the new 4 cam motor? 

[bad Chad]

I’m  a bit drunk on t excitement too.
I’m not a fan of liquid cooled motorcycles, but this, well I might get comfortable with it!