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Title: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Kiwi Dave on September 06, 2021, 06:12:21 PM
Hello Folks

As the title says, I have pulled the plug on my Moto Guzzi rental business in New Zealand.  The website has been shut down.

It wasn't a hard decision to make.  I haven't had any rentals for over two years, and --19 effectively shut all borders.

I even strayed from the marque, adding an Indian FTR1200S and a Chief to the stable.  I hope to sell off some of my Guzzis when summer arrives (but no sign of that at the moment).

I will still lurk here, and can be contacted through Guzzigander@gmail.com.

All the best for the future

Dave Gale
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: guzzisteve on September 06, 2021, 06:19:47 PM
Sorry to hear Dave. Wish you the best.
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Daniel Kalal on September 06, 2021, 06:24:10 PM
You had a great run, Dave.  You made a real contribution to Guzzi riders the world over.  I'll never forget two of the best rides of my life on your bikes.

(http://www.dankalal.net/2011trip1/photo824.JPG)

(http://www.dankalal.net/2005trip11/photo408.JPG)

(http://www.dankalal.net/2011trip1/map1.jpg)
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Kiwi_Roy on September 07, 2021, 04:12:55 AM
Thats too bad Dave, I'll never forget the holiday I took riding one of your bikes to visit the Family.
(https://i.ibb.co/j43twGb/Kiwi-Dave.jpg) (https://ibb.co/VBM6CDJ)
- A rest stop on the Desert road - Kiwi_Kev
(https://i.ibb.co/y09zHjS/Kiwi-Kev.jpg) (https://ibb.co/8MCy1Zc)
- We arrived to a frosty reception in Hunterville
(https://i.ibb.co/P18Fh8j/Warning.jpg) (https://ibb.co/SVp5npy)
- Last ride with both my Brothers
(https://i.ibb.co/Y3QqJTx/3-Bros.jpg) (https://ibb.co/NsCHfnM)- trying to emulate this picture of my 3 Uncles (https://i.ibb.co/v4wpvBp/matson-bros.png) (https://ibb.co/RTvf4Sf)
 
 
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: inditx on September 07, 2021, 09:04:47 AM
Thanks mate! Wish I coulda given one a go.
Do post those bikes when they’re for sale please.
inditx
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 07, 2021, 09:23:14 AM
Hello Folks

As the title says, I have pulled the plug on my Moto Guzzi rental business in New Zealand.  The website has been shut down.

It wasn't a hard decision to make.  I haven't had any rentals for over two years, and --19 effectively shut all borders.

I even strayed from the marque, adding an Indian FTR1200S and a Chief to the stable.  I hope to sell off some of my Guzzis when summer arrives (but no sign of that at the moment).

I will still lurk here, and can be contacted through Guzzigander@gmail.com.

All the best for the future

Dave Gale

My wife and I were supposed to come and visit our son in December 2020.  I was planning to rent and ride while I was there.  Not sure I will ever get to go, or whether he will ever get to leave.  At least we have video chat. 
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: inditx on September 07, 2021, 09:28:05 AM
Sorry twowheeladdict, video is just not close to the same is it.
Hopefully one day soon you all can meet again real time.
inditx
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: twowheeladdict on September 07, 2021, 10:55:53 AM
Sorry twowheeladdict, video is just not close to the same is it.
Hopefully one day soon you all can meet again real time.
inditx
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Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Chuck in Indiana on September 07, 2021, 03:35:30 PM
Sorry, Dave. I don't need to tell you that businesses based on tourism have taken it tough in lockdown.  :sad:
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: pebra on September 07, 2021, 05:21:24 PM
So sorry to hear about this, Dave.

Not many Guzzi rentals around, you were an exotic flower, so to speak!

Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Muzz on September 07, 2021, 07:55:13 PM
What can I say but all the very best Dave.  I seem to remember you saying at the Motueka rally you were pulling back a bit.

Indian or Guzzi, makes no difference.  As long as you enjoy riding is the main thing.
Title: Re: Guzzi Gander is no more
Post by: Bobic69 on September 09, 2021, 05:02:25 AM
That's a real shame. I was planning to use your services in the future when I'm no longer a slave to my kids and have more time. One of the blokes in the Guzzi club here in Sydney rented a Cali from you a while ago and had a great time.