For you Convert lovers

[steven c]

 Period road test, they like it!
http://classic-motorbikes.net/wp/moto-guzzi-v1000-automatic-road-test/

[yogidozer]

Thanks!

[chuck peterson]

one of the best reviews of a Convert I've ever read...thanks ;-T

oddly enough, the writer "gets" a Vert...how strange ;D

[rodekyll]

A little sloggy to read through but as stated above, the author 'gets it' about the Convert better than most.  The one part I think he missed was the reasoning behind low gear.  He says it's to enhance engine braking at high engine speeds (translate -- you run a few rpm higher in low range which makes the engine brake effect more pronounced.  The same road speed in high gear gives more of a 'coast effect' with a heavy flywheel.)  I say it's to keep oil pressure and voltage up in slow traffic.  He also implies that you use the clutch in a traditional way.  It's not a conventional guzzi BB clutch and it's not used like you would with a 5-speed.

Otherwise it's one of the better period reviews I've seen.

[bigbikerrick]

Excellent , very well written article, Thanks Steven.
Its true that the writer "gets it" what the  convert is all about.  My Cal II auto , is my favorite bike to use on slick roads, with the sticky shinko tires, and smooth power delivery, its in its element.
Rick.