Author Topic: $2,995 Norge...with full Luggage (Read 4020 times)

SLDMRossi · « **on:** April 16, 2020, 08:53:44 AM »

https://hartford.craigslist.org/mcd/d/pittsfield-2007-moto-guzzi-norge-1200/7097199697.html

No connection to Seller...

Steven Rossi

SteveRivet · « **Reply #1 on:** April 16, 2020, 09:05:31 AM »

Coming from a dealer that's an even crazier deal.

ohiorider · « **Reply #2 on:** April 16, 2020, 09:24:12 AM »

Photo of bike from the back shows a 'the way the V is meant to be' decal. Previously owned by a WG member, apparently.

Moparnut72 · « **Reply #3 on:** April 16, 2020, 10:45:02 AM »

Ronnie's HD is one of the top HD dealers in the country supplying catalogues and parts on line for Harley owners. Harley isn't very good about making parts available to the general ownership population but Ronnie's is very good about making up for this lack of support. HD wants you to go to your local dealer for parts and repair. As a former HD owner I found this to be very frustrating. I was shocked when I got my Guzzi to find manuals on line as well as parts catalogues. I am talking about actual bike parts not accessories.
kk

PJPR01 · « **Reply #4 on:** April 16, 2020, 10:45:19 AM »

Phenomenal deal...Corbin seat is worth $500 alone, boxes and bags another grand, looks in great shape, hardly any scratches.

steven c · « **Reply #5 on:** April 16, 2020, 10:55:47 AM »

I would trade my EV for that. Of course they would give me $500 for it. Good deal for someone.

Yeahoo Whoyah · « **Reply #6 on:** April 16, 2020, 11:11:09 AM »

Kudos for adding historic information into the description.

Mayor_of_BBQ · « **Reply #7 on:** April 16, 2020, 11:38:25 AM »

sweet add-ons, Corbin saddle, aprillia mirrors, and a tank bag! Killer deal that one.

Lannis · « **Reply #8 on:** April 16, 2020, 12:13:07 PM »

It's a killer deal for one of us... But to the rest of the motorcycling world, it's a 13 year old oddball "Who makes those?" touring bike with (to most) astronomical miles on it.

Hope it finds a loving home.

Lannis

Antiquar · « **Reply #9 on:** April 16, 2020, 02:57:12 PM »

Whoa. Incredible deal. Would that I had space in the garage.

izzuG · « **Reply #10 on:** April 16, 2020, 03:49:21 PM »

lets see,,,,I'm only 45 minutes away from Hartford and I just got a $1200 check from Uncle Sam, so realistically is would only cost me $1795!

Anything to be leary about on this model?

Huzo · « **Reply #11 on:** April 16, 2020, 04:49:01 PM »

Norge’s from ‘07 are largely unreliable and not good for long term ownership or large miles.
I’d not go anywhere near it...

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #12 on:** April 16, 2020, 05:02:41 PM »

Quote from: izzuG on April 16, 2020, 03:49:21 PM

lets see,,,,I'm only 45 minutes away from Hartford and I just got a $1200 check from Uncle Sam, so realistically is would only cost me $1795!

Anything to be leary about on this model?

These earlier 2 valve per cylinder Norges have a great reputation for being capable of high miles. I can't speak for myself as I have a later 4 valve per cylinder model.

Huzo is pulling your leg. He loves his Norge and has had many great miles on it. How many miles/kms now Huzo?.

What I have heard over the years; some of the plastic can be fiddly, the rear brake can be hard to bleed properly. I would take this for a good spin and see how it feels. If all seems well I wouldn't hesitate. The miles are really quite low. There is a LOT of miles left in this bike.

PJPR01 · « **Reply #13 on:** April 16, 2020, 05:09:15 PM »

Some 07 models had a simple fuel pump issue, easy to resolve. Problem was fixed in 2008 and beyond, but if it's running fine, I wouldn't be worried at all.

I've got exactly the same bike in 2008 format...absolutely love it...rock solid. Can't believe that you can get a bike for that price now, fully equipped with rear top box and Corbin.

I'm almost tempted just to buy it for spare parts, but what the hell, someone should snap this up, you'll love it.

Hard to tell, but it might even have Throttlemeisters bar ends on it as well...another nice add on.

Unless it's thrown a valve or leaking oil badly or some other obvious defect, check for a sticky throttle too, it looks like a great deal on the surface.

Enjoy!

Dave Swanson · « **Reply #14 on:** April 16, 2020, 05:25:55 PM »

From the pictures it does appear well cared for. I would love to get a Corbin for my 2016. There is a problem with the right front turn signal. It appears as thought the lens may be missing.

2995 asking - 2500 offer would probably take it home.

Mayor_of_BBQ · « **Reply #15 on:** April 17, 2020, 07:26:55 AM »

Quote from: izzuG on April 16, 2020, 03:49:21 PM

lets see,,,,I'm only 45 minutes away from Hartford and I just got a $1200 check from Uncle Sam, so realistically is would only cost me $1795!

Anything to be leary about on this model?

It may have the very soft spring on the shock, this was an issue... Not a big deal unless you are heavy or ride a lot of 2-up. My Breva had that problem and I have the heavier weight spring, just have never gotten around to swapping it out.

Bulldog9 · « **Reply #16 on:** April 17, 2020, 07:35:10 AM »

THIS is why I can't seem to save $$......... Glad it is in Mass. VERY nice looking Norge at a killer price.

bratman2 · « **Reply #17 on:** April 17, 2020, 08:03:11 AM »

I was thinking 1k tops! It's a Norge of all things!

blackbuell · « **Reply #18 on:** April 17, 2020, 08:28:07 AM »

Screaming deal! If it were closer to home, I'd buy it. These are wonderful bikes for cross-country rides.

Jon

Huzo · « **Reply #19 on:** April 17, 2020, 09:53:30 AM »

Quote from: blackbuell on April 17, 2020, 08:28:07 AM

Screaming deal! If it were closer to home, I'd buy it. These are wonderful bikes for cross-country rides.

Jon

Pardon..?
“These are wonderful bikes for cross country rides..”
“If it were closer to home I’d buy it...”
So, I’d love to ride it a long way but, it’s too far away..

Huzo · « **Reply #20 on:** April 17, 2020, 09:57:03 AM »

Quote from: Dave Swanson on April 16, 2020, 05:02:41 PM

Huzo is pulling your leg. He loves his Norge and has had many great miles on it. How many miles/kms now Huzo?.

Never...!
186,000 k

Roebling3 · « **Reply #21 on:** April 17, 2020, 01:02:21 PM »

What's that ~3000 mi/year?
For the price, mileage, color and area (western MA), I thought I new it's original owner. Thankfully, no.
Hers' was an '08 - tinkered with and abused by BF's, auto mechanics an electrician and the dad. None of them rode. R3~

PJPR01 · « **Reply #22 on:** April 17, 2020, 02:55:54 PM »

Quote from: blackbuell on April 17, 2020, 08:28:07 AM

Screaming deal! If it were closer to home, I'd buy it. These are wonderful bikes for cross-country rides.

Jon

That's my dilemma...what's the point of 2 identical Norge's in the garage - oh what to do!! Instead of the donkey's dilemma of which bale of hay to eat, it's a Norge dilemma - which one to ride!!

Huzo · « **Reply #23 on:** April 17, 2020, 03:30:29 PM »

Quote from: PJPR01 on April 17, 2020, 02:55:54 PM

That's my dilemma...what's the point of 2 identical Norge's in the garage - oh what to do!! Instead of the donkey's dilemma of which bale of hay to eat, it's a Norge dilemma - which one to ride!!

The bit I thought was funny was that he said he thought it was a great bike to ride a long distance..
But he can’t buy it because he’d have to ride it a long distance..

PJPR01 · « **Reply #24 on:** April 17, 2020, 04:27:14 PM »

Quote from: Huzo on April 17, 2020, 03:30:29 PM

The bit I thought was funny was that he said he thought it was a great bike to ride a long distance..
But he can’t buy it because he’d have to ride it a long distance..

The irony wasn't lost on me - very good observation on your part!

For some reason, this reminds of an evening out when I lived in Argentina, and the waiter said after dinner:

Senor...Would you like coffee, tea or a liqueur for an after dinner drink...

I said...I'll have some tea thank you.

He replied...sorry, no tea available!

WTF!!

Huzo · « **Reply #25 on:** April 17, 2020, 05:13:46 PM »

Quote from: PJPR01 on April 17, 2020, 04:27:14 PM

He replied...sorry, no tea available!

WTF!!

Fawlty Towers...”Sorry..Ahhhh...Duck’s off..!”

blackbuell · « **Reply #26 on:** April 18, 2020, 07:34:23 AM »

Huzo and PR,

I wish long distance travel would be a bit easier than it currently is. Maybe in a few months.

Jon

giusto · « **Reply #27 on:** April 18, 2020, 08:02:03 AM »

Quote from: Huzo on April 17, 2020, 09:53:30 AM

Pardon..?
“These are wonderful bikes for cross country rides..”
“If it were closer to home I’d buy it...”
So, I’d love to ride it a long way but, it’s too far away..

when I bought my Norge it was in North Dakota, I flew and ubered my way with my riding gear and essential tools. Stayed the night and then rode it home 1300 miles and only wish it could've been a little farther.

GearheadGrrrl · « **Reply #28 on:** April 18, 2020, 08:25:13 AM »

Were going to see a lot of bargains as the logistics of travel and simply transferring the title are making sales difficult or impossible. Right now there's about 3 million unsold new cars and trucks parked and probably a million or three more late model used cars in fleets with nowhere to go- I've heard some rental car fleets have cut orders because they have no place to park more cars. The auctions have closed or are going to online auctions, which is transforming the business. At the retail level, those massive showrooms just add to the glut of retail space and acres of new cars are just a liability. The motorcycle biz is pretty much a decade behind the car biz in marketing, and is more seasonal- Here in the midwest the new bike sales year is pretty much over by July 1st. That means most motorcycle dealers are losing a year of sales, we'll probably see bikes like the Norge going for less than $1k before this is over...

Lannis · « **Reply #29 on:** April 18, 2020, 08:42:45 AM »

Quote from: PJPR01 on April 17, 2020, 04:27:14 PM

I said...I'll have some tea thank you.

He replied...sorry, no tea available!

WTF!!

And I'll bet they had a sign ...

"FREE BEER TOMORROW!"

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Author Topic: $2,995 Norge...with full Luggage (Read 4020 times)