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Title: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: JJ on April 12, 2021, 08:01:00 AM

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Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: wrbix on April 12, 2021, 08:09:12 AM
Yep, and the air cooled boxer continued (continues) to soldier on for decades. :thumb:
Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: Kiwi_Roy on April 12, 2021, 08:23:07 AM
The rear seat doesn't encourage passengers though
Nice bike, I would add that to my collection in a heartbeat.
Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: JJ on April 12, 2021, 08:36:06 AM
I have enjoyed all 5 Guzzi's that I have owned and ridden, including my current '98 Centauro GT,.  However, this bike is without question, one of the top 5 motorcycles I have ever owned - 1983 BMW R80RT - purchased from new, put 50,000+ trouble-free miles on it.  Back in the day, it was my only transportation for awhile...Practical, reliable, and great road bike all around! :thumb: :bow: :cool: :boozing: :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:


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Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: Antietam Classic Cycle on April 12, 2021, 11:05:59 AM
I much prefer a Loopframe Guzzi over a /2 any day. Not much more complex, 12 volt with electric start, much more capable, still inexpensive to buy, own and use.
Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: sdcr on April 12, 2021, 11:56:07 AM
JJ,

Many years ago, I had a twin to your R80 RT. Colorado red IIRC, but mine I was an 86’, so it had the single shock, and single side arm. A terrific machine, that was relatively lightweight, and could do canyon carving, or cross country duty.

I have enjoyed all 5 Guzzi's that I have owned and ridden, including my current '98 Centauro GT,.  However, this bike is without question, one of the top 5 motorcycles I have ever owned - 1983 BMW R80RT - purchased from new, put 50,000+ trouble-free miles on it.  Back in the day, it was my only transportation for awhile...Practical, reliable, and great road bike all around! :thumb: :bow: :cool: :boozing: :smiley: :smiley: :smiley:


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Title: Re: 2-wheel design simplicity...
Post by: JJ on April 12, 2021, 02:00:25 PM
QUOTE:  A terrific machine, that was relatively lightweight, and could do canyon carving, or cross country duty.

sdcr - I could not agree more! :thumb: :boozing: :cool:  It was very nimble and balanced motorcycle, and was fast enough for me! :thumb: :boozing: :cool: :wink: :smiley: