Author Topic: New V9 Moto Guzzi Roamer love/hate fest (Read 107575 times)

jas67 · « **Reply #60 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:49:18 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on November 13, 2015, 07:37:09 PM

Quote from: rocker59 on November 13, 2015, 07:35:34 PM
Geez, Louise.

You don't have to like it, but it's not THAT bad.

I don't like the Norge. But I know that it's a decent touring bike. Fat ugly pig that it is...

UH OH

Dusty

steven c · « **Reply #61 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:51:08 PM »

They dropped the Griso??????? Well that stinks.

rocker59 · « **Reply #62 on:** November 13, 2015, 07:53:17 PM »

Quote from: jas67 on November 13, 2015, 07:49:18 PM

UH OH

Dusty

Toystoretom · « **Reply #63 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:15:55 PM »

Here is a lanesplitter link:

http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/heres-the-first-glimpse-at-the-all-new-moto-guzzi-v9-bo-1742446553

The name Roamer is all right. I'll bet that they name bikes so that the name will play in multiple languages. They are not too worried about the USA market.

Wildguzzi.com · « **Reply #63 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:15:55 PM »

lucydad · « **Reply #64 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:27:09 PM »

Well.

Hmm.

Little Goose has no worries being replaced with this bike.

But the engine is promising, and drop it into a V9R...could get interested.

I figure the new McMansion has room for at least two more bikes.

Maybe go nuts and get a Kawasaki Mach III two-stroke? That would be crazy.

I am still interested in the Indian Scout. Never seen one though. Houston must have some around, somewhere.

jas67 · « **Reply #65 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:30:05 PM »

Quote from: lucydad on November 13, 2015, 08:27:09 PM

I am still interested in the Indian Scout. Never seen one though. Houston must have some around, somewhere.

Maybe Victory will make a street legal version of this (engine derived from the Scout engine):

Red07 · « **Reply #66 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:51:32 PM »

Quote from: jas67 on November 13, 2015, 08:30:05 PM

Maybe Victory will make a street legal version of this (engine derived from the Scout engine):

Now that would certainly get my attention!

JeffOlson · « **Reply #67 on:** November 13, 2015, 08:57:19 PM »

Yep. There seems to be a little Triumph Bonneville design influence.

canuguzzi · « **Reply #68 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:14:59 PM »

Roamer. Maybe they could play the B52s as background music and have some good lookers with beehive hairdoos dancing around.

I'd watch.

ohiorider · « **Reply #69 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:19:29 PM »

Quote from: jas67 on November 13, 2015, 06:00:44 PM

Could you set the bar any lower?

I'm still laughing! Seven words that said it all!

Rox · « **Reply #70 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:20:03 PM »

Looks like an Italian Sportster... Not feeling it..

ajwood · « **Reply #71 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:28:19 PM »

That 850cc engine will turn the pipes purple in the first 5 hours.

Mayor_of_BBQ · « **Reply #72 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:30:13 PM »

the looks are a real boner-killer. Visually I hate everything about it. I was pretty stoked about this engine, but if that's the packaging (horrid/small tank, too-tall front end, 1.5 seat, spindly fork) I will say no thanks.

ohiorider · « **Reply #73 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:33:20 PM »

Oh, well .... you knew someone was going to do it .......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tX3AnKiYb0

rocker59 · « **Reply #74 on:** November 13, 2015, 10:44:01 PM »

Quote from: ohiorider on November 13, 2015, 10:33:20 PM

Oh, well .... you knew someone was going to do it .......

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tX3AnKiYb0

Here. A little more likely. LOL!

https://youtu.be/2Rd2FYeA-Q0

jas67 · « **Reply #75 on:** November 13, 2015, 11:30:12 PM »

Quote from: LongRanger on November 13, 2015, 10:59:05 PM

The Madura's absence in this discussion is conspicuous. Don't embolden it.

THAT is the bike that I was thinking of during this discussion, and couldn't think of the name.

Of course, you can't forget the mid-80's Honda Shadow:

Yes, aside from the the development of sport bikes, the 80's were a dark time for motorcycle design.

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #76 on:** November 14, 2015, 12:22:44 AM »

Quote from: Penderic on November 13, 2015, 01:13:36 PM

Pics from link!

Oh wow dude, I'm gonna grow a beard and cafe that bad boy out! Now where did I put that saws all?

Phang · « **Reply #77 on:** November 14, 2015, 01:36:04 AM »

No one is perfect, they got it wrong sometimes

Xlratr · « **Reply #78 on:** November 14, 2015, 02:34:20 AM »

It seems a lot of V7 fans really don't like the V9. I think that's good news for Guzzi. Why on earth would they build another motorbike that appeals to "exactly" the same customer type? Keep your V7, or buy a new one! That's fine. This bike is aimed at a different target group, and that doesn't mean it's a cruiser. I don't care for cruisers. This is a standard, and I like the term "roadster". It's a great addition to the line up.

I can't understand the comments about the design being similar to the Nevada at all. I completely agree with KevM's post about that. The original Nevada looked like it was bent in the middle! Even back in the 80s I wouldn't have entertained owning one (no offence to any Nevada owners, tastes differ). But the V9 has a really nice visible frame line running straight from front to back. I think they got it right. It's certainly the first small block that I'd seriously consider buying.

John

Turin · « **Reply #79 on:** November 14, 2015, 03:00:58 AM »

As unattractive as I find the new V9,( and I was being kind w/ the initial Nevada provocation), comparing it to a Suzuki Madura is unforgivable. Nothing ever has been as hideous as the Suzuki Madura. ( see picture. Non functional Bolted on cooling fins that are aligned vertically)

My thoughts on the new V9... put on a smaller headlight, install a 18 or 19 inch rear rim with a narrow rear tire, trim the rear fender a bit and you have the makings of a neat little dirt/street tracker.

grebmrof · « **Reply #80 on:** November 14, 2015, 05:09:48 AM »

Quote from: rocker59 on November 13, 2015, 07:35:34 PM

Geez, Louise.
You don't have to like it, but it's not THAT bad.
I don't like the Norge. But I know that it's a decent touring bike. Fat ugly pig that it is...

Geez, and here I thought YOU were a "Moderator" and a "Guzzi Hero"

Vasco DG · « **Reply #81 on:** November 14, 2015, 05:29:49 AM »

And allowed to have an opinion.

grebmrof · « **Reply #82 on:** November 14, 2015, 06:02:13 AM »

Quote from: Vasco DG on November 14, 2015, 05:29:49 AM

And allowed to have an opinion.

I am honored...and no mention of rollers...

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #83 on:** November 14, 2015, 06:06:55 AM »

At least they didn't call it something *really* weird like... stone.

pyoungbl · « **Reply #84 on:** November 14, 2015, 06:23:42 AM »

I, for one, was hoping that the V9 would be enough of an improvement to justify buying one. Yes, I like my V7. Now I see that the extra 100cc of engine was simply a nudge to 55 hp (up from 48 at the crank, 40 at the rear wheel) and no significant change to the suspension. It looks like the new bike carries less fuel, has no more electrical capacity, and still comes stock without a center stand. Hummm, that new Triumph twin gets more attractive all the time.

Peter Y.

Joliet Jim · « **Reply #85 on:** November 14, 2015, 06:56:18 AM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on November 14, 2015, 06:06:55 AM

At least they didn't call it something *really* weird like... stone.

The only year that made any sense was 2002 with the limestone white, flint orange, slate, and ? Paint jobs.

Perazzimx14 · « **Reply #86 on:** November 14, 2015, 06:58:48 AM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on November 14, 2015, 06:06:55 AM

At least they didn't call it something *really* weird like... stone.

Yeah man that bike is "stone" fast and that touring bike is ambiguous its neither straight Nor-gay.

jas67 · « **Reply #87 on:** November 14, 2015, 07:10:17 AM »

Quote from: Xlratr on November 14, 2015, 02:34:20 AM

It seems a lot of V7 fans really don't like the V9. I think that's good news for Guzzi. Why on earth would they build another motorbike that appeals to "exactly" the same customer type? Keep your V7, or buy a new one! That's fine. This bike is aimed at a different target group, and that doesn't mean it's a cruiser. I don't care for cruisers. This is a standard, and I like the term "roadster". It's a great addition to the line up.

While prefer the looks of the V7, I concur with this statement. I do hope to see this engine show up in the V7 (which may have to have it's name changed). Something different in the lineup that widens the appeal for the brand is definitely a good thing.

Quote from: Xlratr on November 14, 2015, 02:34:20 AM

I can't understand the comments about the design being similar to the Nevada at all. I completely agree with KevM's post about that. The original Nevada looked like it was bent in the middle! Even back in the 80s I wouldn't have entertained owning one (no offence to any Nevada owners, tastes differ). But the V9 has a really nice visible frame line running straight from front to back.

Quote from: Turin on November 14, 2015, 03:00:58 AM

As unattractive as I find the new V9,( and I was being kind w/ the initial Nevada provocation), comparing it to a Suzuki Madura is unforgivable. Nothing ever has been as hideous as the Suzuki Madura. ( see picture. Non functional Bolted on cooling fins that are aligned vertically)

:1:

Agreed, it certainly does not look anything like the Nevada, Madura, etc.

stevet · « **Reply #88 on:** November 14, 2015, 07:26:21 AM »

A modestly larger engine is nice. But the feet-forward appearance already has my back aching.

And an official introduction at Sturgis

... priceless.

I do hope they sell a ton of them. Evolve or die.

Steve.

Penderic · « **Reply #89 on:** November 14, 2015, 07:30:39 AM »

I think the basic looks are right.

Reminds me of the classic Brit iron of the late 60's.

Similar form factor.

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