Author Topic: Made the tough choice to CalVin vs Roamer (Read 6588 times)

vintagehoarder · « **on:** June 13, 2019, 08:00:57 PM »

Okay this was a hard decision I love the California vintage. Truly one of the prettiest Moto Guzzi's ever in my opinion. I love my 1400 California touring most though. I really didn't need two cruisers.

I wanted an intermediate smaller bike (900) for the twisties and around town, also I have also been drooling on the yellow Roamers since they came out. Sooooo, will be doing the swap next Wednesday.💖

oldbike54 · « **Reply #1 on:** June 13, 2019, 08:12:37 PM »

Dusty

Pizza Guzzi · « **Reply #2 on:** June 13, 2019, 08:17:01 PM »

I can see why that was a difficult choice - both are very sweet bikes albeit in different ways. I think you'll love the Roamer

Glenn

T4halo · « **Reply #3 on:** June 13, 2019, 08:26:43 PM »

It would be very hard for me to part with the Calvin. That must have been a very hard decision.

T4

Gnirwin · « **Reply #4 on:** June 13, 2019, 09:14:29 PM »

You'll love the V9 engine

Kev m · « **Reply #5 on:** June 13, 2019, 10:41:45 PM »

Just rode a V9 today and thought it was a fantastic alternative to the Cali 1100 variants.

blu guzz · « **Reply #6 on:** June 14, 2019, 06:05:09 AM »

Thank you for single handidly keeping Enzo in business. Seriously, the guy is good and congrats on the new putt.

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #7 on:** June 14, 2019, 08:13:52 AM »

It was a hard choice, but I am truly in love with my 1400 touring, and it is all the cruisier I need. The CalVin is beautiful and I loved it, but defaulted to the 1400 for any serious trips. So a smaller lighter bike for around town and back road riding, was a strong want. But, damn I love em all!

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #8 on:** June 14, 2019, 08:14:50 AM »

Quote from: blu guzz on June 14, 2019, 06:05:09 AM

Thank you for single handidly keeping Enzo in business. Seriously, the guy is good and congrats on the new putt.

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #9 on:** June 14, 2019, 08:17:02 AM »

Quote from: Kev m on June 13, 2019, 10:41:45 PM

Just rode a V9 today and thought it was a fantastic alternative to the Cali 1100 variants.

Last year I got the chance to steal/borrow a demo Roamer for an evening and ride it to a bike night to do some show and tell for my local dealer.

Took the loooooong way home and didn't want to give it back. So the want has been strong ever since.

Excited to pick it up next week.

kingoffleece · « **Reply #10 on:** June 14, 2019, 09:15:22 AM »

Sheepdog · « **Reply #11 on:** June 14, 2019, 09:24:43 AM »

I'm not sure that I'll ever part with my Vintage. Glad that you're happy with your choice, though.

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #12 on:** June 14, 2019, 10:08:54 AM »

If someone was wanting a Vintage that's a looks like a good one!!

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #13 on:** June 14, 2019, 10:15:35 AM »

Quote from: Dave Swanson on June 14, 2019, 10:08:54 AM

If someone was wanting a Vintage that's a looks like a good one!!

Oh it is a nice one, needs nothing! it will be at Cadres in Cincinnati next week!

kidsmoke · « **Reply #14 on:** June 14, 2019, 10:52:40 AM »

Quote from: vintagehoarder on June 14, 2019, 10:15:35 AM

Oh it is a nice one, needs nothing! it will be at Cadres in Cincinnati next week!

Congrats on the swap, Curt. I completely understand the direction here.

I'll say this, you cannot go wrong buying one of Curt's bikes. They are spotless, and meticulously maintained by an expert Guzzi wrench(Enzo at Cadre). Anyone with an itch for a Vintage, THIS is the one to get. Period.

Looking forward to the ride report on the V9...

Quote from: Kev m on June 13, 2019, 10:41:45 PM

Just rode a V9 today and thought it was a fantastic alternative to the Cali 1100 variants.

I consider this a pretty significant review....I've straddled them and love the ergo's, and with the deals out there right now....

drdwb · « **Reply #15 on:** June 14, 2019, 12:28:53 PM »

Nice but hard choice. So many bikes so little space, time and money to enjoy them all. I’m thinking you might find the new member on longer trips just to enjoy the feel of The lighter quicker ride. Nice bike.

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #16 on:** June 14, 2019, 01:41:38 PM »

I think I will be hard pressed to find one I love as much, as my 2014 California Touring for the long trips. I am a big guy and this bike fits me like a glove. I truly loved the Calvin and it is truly is a beautiful piece of Italian art (aren't all Guzzi's

) But for travel the 1400 does it for me, I can't wait to put some miles on the roamer, and see what kind of adventures we can have on it! Will be a nice pair with Deb's V7 Special :-) (Her Tiger is her Touring bike choice)

MMRanch · « **Reply #17 on:** June 14, 2019, 03:14:02 PM »

Hay ,

Can you get "Luggage" for the V-9 ?

I think its a beautiful bike and I want to trade my V-7 in on one , BUT - Your going to miss that Luggage !

????

kidsmoke · « **Reply #18 on:** June 14, 2019, 03:19:05 PM »

Quote from: MMRanch on June 14, 2019, 03:14:02 PM

Hay ,

Can you get "Luggage" for the V-9 ?

I think its a beautiful bike and I want to trade my V-7 in on one , BUT - Your going to miss that Luggage !

????

That's what the 1400 is for.

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #19 on:** June 14, 2019, 07:23:26 PM »

Quote from: MMRanch on June 14, 2019, 03:14:02 PM

Hay ,

Can you get "Luggage" for the V-9 ?

I think its a beautiful bike and I want to trade my V-7 in on one , BUT - Your going to miss that Luggage !

????

Yes you can, I have several other bikes when i need the storage space, so this will be fine.

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #20 on:** June 14, 2019, 07:24:44 PM »

Quote from: kidsmoke on June 14, 2019, 03:19:05 PM

That's what the 1400 is for.

Exactly, and the convert.

kballowe · « **Reply #21 on:** June 14, 2019, 07:57:09 PM »

There are some decent "luggage" options for the V9.

Here's just one. In my mind, the rear rack is a necessity.
Saddlebags ? Maybe

This is all Givi accessories

MMRanch · « **Reply #22 on:** June 14, 2019, 10:43:04 PM »

In my eyes , that is one beautiful bike !

I've seen some of the luggage racks that are little stubby things , but this longer one looks useful . Anybody know where it comes from ?

fossil · « **Reply #23 on:** June 15, 2019, 02:17:47 AM »

Obviously, the V9 is a late bloomer. I remember when this bike was new - weird gas tank, too small tank, ugly, ... And now it is regarded another real alternative. Good!

greer · « **Reply #24 on:** June 15, 2019, 04:41:39 AM »

kballowe's bike features the Givi side carriers and Givi rear rack. We used Givi side carriers paired with the Moto Guzzi rear rack to allow room for the longer two-up seat. I'll see about some pictures.

Sarah

vintagehoarder · « **Reply #25 on:** June 16, 2019, 08:34:11 PM »

Quote from: MMRanch on June 14, 2019, 10:43:04 PM

In my eyes , that is one beautiful bike !

I've seen some of the luggage racks that are little stubby things , but this longer one looks useful . Anybody know where it comes from ?

Givi

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #26 on:** June 16, 2019, 09:03:32 PM »

Can’t wait to pick up my new Cal- Vin

pebra · « **Reply #27 on:** June 17, 2019, 04:17:50 AM »

Quote from: fossil on June 15, 2019, 02:17:47 AM

Obviously, the V9 is a late bloomer. I remember when this bike was new - weird gas tank, too small tank, ugly, ... And now it is regarded another real alternative. Good!

Yeah, strikes me, too. A bit funny.
It's the V9 I look at when visiting my dealer....

kballowe · « **Reply #28 on:** June 17, 2019, 09:43:12 AM »

Quote from: Guzzistajohn on June 16, 2019, 09:03:32 PM

Can’t wait to pick up my new Cal- Vin

pffffft

Gotta be faster than ME !

Guzzistajohn · « **Reply #29 on:** June 17, 2019, 10:13:12 AM »

Quote from: kballowe on June 17, 2019, 09:43:12 AM

pffffft

Gotta be faster than ME !

Nah........It's about LOOKING COOLER!

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Author Topic: Made the tough choice to CalVin vs Roamer (Read 6588 times)

oldbike54

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