Author Topic: If MG offered to give you a new V85TT for your favorite Guzzi... (Read 7508 times)

willowstreetguzziguy · « **on:** March 24, 2019, 03:18:37 PM »

So how much do you love your favorite Guzzi... enough to accept an even trade?

If Moto Guzzi offered you a new 2019 V85TT in trade for your favorite Guzzi in your stable, would you accept or decline the offer and if so, why?

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #1 on:** March 24, 2019, 03:23:21 PM »

Absolutely! Then I could go buy another V7III and put the green tins on it! LOL!

pebra · « **Reply #2 on:** March 24, 2019, 03:32:53 PM »

No way!

Adventure style bikes don't appeal to me, quite simply.
But maybe if the V85 motor appeared in a nice street bike, and there was a considerable weight saving compared to the Griso……

twowings · « **Reply #3 on:** March 24, 2019, 03:34:30 PM »

That's a tough choice...the 2V 1200 motor in the Norge is SO sweet and the bike so comfortable to me that I would have to take the V85 on a LONG ride to see if it eats the miles as effortlessly as the Norge...OTOH, being able to explore farther afield would be a nice extra...can't I have BOTH???

beetle · « **Reply #4 on:** March 24, 2019, 03:36:50 PM »

willowstreetguzziguy · « **Reply #5 on:** March 24, 2019, 03:44:08 PM »

Quote from: twowings on March 24, 2019, 03:34:30 PM

That's a tough choice...the 2V 1200 motor in the Norge is SO sweet and the bike so comfortable to me that I would have to take the V85 on a LONG ride to see if it eats the miles as effortlessly as the Norge...OTOH, being able to explore farther afield would be a nice extra...can't I have BOTH???

I agree. The 2v 1200 motor in my 1200 Sport is sweet too and the bike is set up like MG built it for me.

Matteo · « **Reply #6 on:** March 24, 2019, 04:51:33 PM »

Yup, pick one😎

lucian · « **Reply #7 on:** March 24, 2019, 04:52:51 PM »

Interesting scenario, hard to answer as I have not yet ridden one. I will say that the 850 motor in my LMIII is my favorite to date. I already have a reserve on a test ride with option to purchase one of the first of six to arrive at Seacoast. If the new FI 850 is as smooth as the carbed 850 of yesteryear, we will be talking turkey.
I know I know , yes or no would have answered your question.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #8 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:00:37 PM »

Nope.

Green1000S · « **Reply #9 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:10:14 PM »

Quote from: Matteo on March 24, 2019, 04:51:33 PM

Yup, pick one😎

Do the Robin....

Green1000S · « **Reply #10 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:11:50 PM »

Stelvio? Nope, its my warrior, Big Fat Green Hippo.
Stornello? Nope, Its my "lets have fun bike".
I'll trade my Daughters Duke for V85TT....

wavedog · « **Reply #11 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:17:21 PM »

Yes! And laugh my head off while I rip down the road.

kingoffleece · « **Reply #12 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:34:12 PM »

Huzo · « **Reply #13 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:50:22 PM »

Quote from: kingoffleece on March 24, 2019, 05:34:12 PM

nope

Nope, but I would probably swap my Mk 2

Turin · « **Reply #14 on:** March 24, 2019, 05:52:28 PM »

Nope. To much time and history with those bikes. I might trade my Ducati.

travelingbyguzzi · « **Reply #15 on:** March 24, 2019, 06:28:31 PM »

My favorite Guzzi (85 Cal II) has 250K miles on it, so, yeah, probably would. Can always buy another Cal II.

cloudbase · « **Reply #16 on:** March 24, 2019, 06:53:25 PM »

I'd trade the Quota.

T4halo · « **Reply #17 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:01:41 PM »

No, waiting on the new LeMans. I’m sure it’s coming.

T4

egschade · « **Reply #18 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:02:14 PM »

I would say 'yes, in gray please'. The big blocks are kinda heavy for my weak back and while my V7 III is great, I think the V85 will be the Goldilocks bike that isn't too big but still offers a more modern ride than the V7.

rschrum · « **Reply #19 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:06:02 PM »

Only if I could lie about which is my favorite.

Antietam Classic Cycle · « **Reply #20 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:27:04 PM »

No way I'd trade them my '69 Ambo even though it has 111,000 miles on it, needs a bit of work and isn't the prettiest thing.

jas67 · « **Reply #21 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:32:17 PM »

I'm not really sure which is my favorite.
The V7 Racer is probably worth the least, but, would be hard to replace due to the record fairing.
The Le Mans is a project (currently with no fork on it).
I pretty much enjoy riding the V7III and Eldorado equally, depending on what I'm in the mood for.
Since I have more $$$ into the Eldorado than it is worth, and likely as much as the MSRP for the V85TT, I'd let them take the V7III, as replacing it would be far easier and cheaper than replacing my Eldo.

So, yes. Heck, if I missed the V7III, I could sell the V85TT, and buy another V7III and have change left over.

not-fishing · « **Reply #22 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:44:28 PM »

Can I replace my Griso 1100 "favorite" afterwards or would I have to stick to 2 bikes?

PeteS · « **Reply #23 on:** March 24, 2019, 07:58:26 PM »

I'd trade my '76 LeMans but those in the know here think my LeMans would be worth two V85s. I'd settle for a V85 and a 1400 Eldorado.

Pete

Travlr · « **Reply #24 on:** March 24, 2019, 09:43:25 PM »

Quote from: willowstreetguzziguy on March 24, 2019, 03:44:08 PM

I agree. The 2v 1200 motor in my 1200 Sport is sweet too and the bike is set up like MG built it for me.

Guzzi Gal · « **Reply #25 on:** March 24, 2019, 09:48:36 PM »

Them's fightin' words!

Fireflyr · « **Reply #26 on:** March 24, 2019, 09:57:30 PM »

I'd buy a cheap V7 used, tell them it was my favorite, and trade. That way I could keep my LMIII, my T3 and the Eldo.

JJ · « **Reply #27 on:** March 24, 2019, 10:07:56 PM »

Ahhhhh...."NO" - somewhat attached to my '98 Centauro GT, aka..."The Yellow Horse!"

...1 of 245 imported to the USA...

pete roper · « **Reply #28 on:** March 24, 2019, 10:10:53 PM »

Not in this lifetime.

John Croucher · « **Reply #29 on:** March 24, 2019, 10:27:58 PM »

I never fall in love with my bikes. I have found that there is always something else that I would like to have. Would I trade my FrankenGuzzi? I would.

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