selling Guzzi's going to Honda

[Ncdan]

Ciao! Non lasciare che la porta ti colpisca nel culo mentre esci! 

Non appropriato in nessuna lingua!

Dan

[Scout63]

I will never buy another Wing but it was all my fault.  I traded a 40 mile Harley XR1200 that I had sitting in the garage on a Wing on a whim.  Immediately regretted it and tried to get it back the next day, to no avail. What a doofus.

[Moparnut72]

You traded an XR1200 on a Wing? I won't call you a doofus but.............  I love Sportys but that one is the holy grail. I wish I had kept my 2006, prices on Sportys in my neck of the woods have skyrocketed.
kk

[Scout63]

You traded an XR1200 on a Wing? I won't call you a doofus but.............  I love Sportys but that one is the holy grail. I wish I had kept my 2006, prices on Sportys in my neck of the woods have skyrocketed.
kk

I know.  I did a job for a Harley dealer.  He said if I won the suit he’d give me the bike.  I did and they dropped it off. It was black but I bought a set of oem orange bodywork and a shop manual too.  It sat for about three years and I hadn’t ridden it yet.  I think I only got about 7 on the trade. 

[twowheeladdict]

 

You traded an XR1200 on a Wing? I won't call you a doofus but.............  I love Sportys but that one is the holy grail. I wish I had kept my 2006, prices on Sportys in my neck of the woods have skyrocketed.
kk

When I found my 2010 Cafe Classic the same dealer had an XR1200 for sale.  It felt so top heavy pulling up off the side stand that I didn't even ask for a test ride.  Now I am wishing I had at least ridden it.  Turns out the Cafe Classic was prettier than it was enjoyable to ride. 

[Motormike]

The newest version of the Gold Wing has almost nothing in common with previous versions beyond the engine and the name.  It's amazing how compact it is compared to the earlier version.  Die hard two-up "Wingers" found that to be its biggest fault.  I would disagree.  Only a test ride will determine if it's the right bike for you.

[Graywulf]

FWIW, I seriously thought about a new wing too when I was in the market to get rid of the lemon MGX. Great bikes, dealers everywhere, handled great, tons of power and the tech is pretty good too.

But the Indian won my Pro/Con list by about 3 points. You can't go wrong. Good luck.

p.s. Keep the EV Hands down the best motorcycle Guzzi has ever built (IMHO). I still have two of 'em and have zero plans on ever letting them go.

I've just returned to owning a goose after literally a 20yrs hiatus.  Like others I own a 'few' bikes.  Kept 2 big Yammie cruisers (XVZ1300T & XV1600) Actually kinda 'downgraded' as the other big Yammie I've parted with was an XVZ1300 Royal Star Venture. Simply too damned heavy (400kg) cumbersome in any traffic conditions, although I'd argue with anyone, THE most comfortable tourer made. I've got 'options' obviously, but the EV Cali is simply a blast to ride, and I have no trouble riding a distance on it (400 mile day ride to date). I'm fortunate to live in the best motorcycling country in the world (even Henry Cole {world's greatest motorcycle rides} gave us TWO episodes lol). The Cali is just 'built' for our roads.

[Texas Turnip]

I'd recommend keeping the EV for these reasons. The EV is good for exploring down old roads to ghost towns etc. You can't beat the side stands of the EV's. I said you could park them on everything but quick sand.

Good luck in your choice,
Tex

[PeteS]

The newest version of the Gold Wing has almost nothing in common with previous versions beyond the engine and the name.  It's amazing how compact it is compared to the earlier version.  Die hard two-up "Wingers" found that to be its biggest fault.  I would disagree.  Only a test ride will determine if it's the right bike for you.

Never rode the latest model but when we found out the luggage was even smaller than the first generation 1800 we no longer considered it. Before the Wing I had a BMW airhead RT. The stock bags and Luftmeister tailbox held half again as much as the Goldwing. I got a Pakit Rak to compensate. The new Wings may work for a solo rider, not so much for a couple traveling cross country.

Pete

[twowheeladdict]

Never rode the latest model but when we found out the luggage was even smaller than the first generation 1800 we no longer considered it. Before the Wing I had a BMW airhead RT. The stock bags and Luftmeister tailbox held half again as much as the Goldwing. I got a Pakit Rak to compensate. The new Wings may work for a solo rider, not so much for a couple traveling cross country.

Pete

Of course with that drivetrain you can pull a camper behind you.  LOL!

[Motormike]

In making the newest Goldwing trimmer and slimmer, Honda was attempting to appeal to a younger rider and get away from the "Geezer Glide" image the bike has.  Don't think it worked.  After all, even the "stripped down" version without the top case is over $25K. Add in fees and taxes, and you're closing in on the $30K mark.  Don't know how many 30 and 40 year olds are going to spring for that.  I'm not alone in thinking Honda would have been better off redesigning their venerable ST1300.

[Clifton]

I had a 2000 Wing first year of the 1800, and test rode the newest variant two years ago. IMO the new one is *much* nicer, it rides smoother, handles better, and is much more comfortable for the rider (not sure about passenger). I do find them almost appliance like and would want at least one other bike as well.

[LowRyter]

In making the newest Goldwing trimmer and slimmer, Honda was attempting to appeal to a younger rider and get away from the "Geezer Glide" image the bike has.  Don't think it worked.  After all, even the "stripped down" version without the top case is over $25K. Add in fees and taxes, and you're closing in on the $30K mark.  Don't know how many 30 and 40 year olds are going to spring for that.  I'm not alone in thinking Honda would have been better off redesigning their venerable ST1300.

Agree about the small saddlebags, otherwise it's pretty sleek bike for what it is.  The cost is pretty high but used ones are really high too.  They're high demand short supply right now. 

The 1300 was a bust because of heat build up, they later made a cruiser-tourer version of the bike.  After looking at the Beemers & cruisers, the 'Wing would be my first choice.  Although I'd probably be better off with an FJR since my two-up days are over.

[twowheeladdict]

In making the newest Goldwing trimmer and slimmer, Honda was attempting to appeal to a younger rider and get away from the "Geezer Glide" image the bike has.  Don't think it worked.  After all, even the "stripped down" version without the top case is over $25K. Add in fees and taxes, and you're closing in on the $30K mark.  Don't know how many 30 and 40 year olds are going to spring for that.  I'm not alone in thinking Honda would have been better off redesigning their venerable ST1300.

The NT 1100 looks to be a plausible sport tourer https://youtu.be/4TBCGXodpqQ from Honda.

I would cross shop it with the Yamaha Tracer 9, and the Kawasaki Versys 1000 LT+.

[sidecarnutz]

I've owned 27 Guzzi's over the past 30 years. Sold the last one a couple years back and last year I downsized to a 2021 RE 650 GT. Still loving it. A very easy to enjoy bike on many levels. Have it fully broken in now and doing a oil change and valve check on it before I start taking it longer distances. Its been mechanically flawless for me and ran better out of the box than any other bikes I have ever owned. I mean that to say the Fuel injection is amazingly well done. It just plain runs great from cold idle to a warmed up redline.
My legs ain't what they used to be. They are almost half artificial hardware now. So I don't ride like I did in my 30s and 40s. But right now this mid sized old school cafe bike suits me to a T!

[Cam3512]

“It feels light once on the throttle”.  Still have to push it around.  Might as well buy a convertible car.

[Huzo]

I sincerely wish you all the best FK...
Don’t you think you’ll miss all the hilarious hijinx around here ?
I know I would...

[guzzi4me]

FK can stick around.....nothing in Luap's rules state that you have to own a Guzzi to be here!

More the merrier.....

If he wants to ride an inferior machine with dealer support coast to coast and a huge rider
fan base it's his call!!!

Ride safe and often...

Jeff

[Ncdan]

FK can stick around.....nothing in Luap's rules state that you have to own a Guzzi to be here!

More the merrier.....

If he wants to ride an inferior machine with dealer support coast to coast and a huge rider
fan base it's his call!!!

Ride safe and often...

Jeff

Thats correct Jeff. The first part anyhow 🤔😂

Dan

[spiceagent11]

I spent time at a Honda 'ship as a service writer. This is my direct observation and in no way do I say ALL wingers are some of the most condescending, pretentious folks this side of the grass.

Lmao happened with me too.

[brider]

1986 Moto Guzzi Lemans IV = bought off showroom floor in Nashville from Sonny Colliier
 I have many spares including like new original seat, exhaust, Euro signals ect.

1996 Cali i 1100 = almost approaching 80,000 miles. Swanee fairing and I also have a tinted MG screen as well. Hepco Becker trunk/bags, Corbin saddle ect.

1998 Moto Guzzi EV = I would hate to part with this work horse. Corbin saddle, Hepco Becker trunk/bags, Denali led driving lights, MG  short sport shield as well as a PlexStar.

2007 Moto Guzzi Breva 1100 = Cat removed, new 1200 Breva Sport forks, upgrade headlght, Denali led driving lights, cylinder crash bars, CARC crash bar, Corbin Saddle, Russell Daylong saddle as well as the original saddle. Mistral muffler as well as stock. K&N airfiler, MG saddle bags as well as a Givi trunk.  MG screen as well as a larege PARABELLUM shield.

Do you plan on actively advertising this fleet for sale? Where?

[daytonars97]

they later made a cruiser-tourer version of the bike (st1300). 


That is the Honda ctx1300.  I have one and I reallly like it.

[Motormike]

I spent time at a Honda 'ship as a service writer. This is my direct observation and in no way do I say ALL wingers are some of the most condescending, pretentious folks this side of the grass.

True.  That would be BMW riders. 

[MotoGuzzi750]

Hey all,

 Been a dedicated Guzzi rider/owner for over 30 years but have been giving serious consideration of selling several if not all of my Guzzi's and buying a Honda Gold Wing Tour Automatic .  Anyone have any experience with the new Goldwing's?

 



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I would be tempted by your Cali if you ever decide to sell it, that is.

[flower_king001]

At this time I'm uncertain what I'm going to do. I wanted to setup a test ride on both the new 2022 Goldwing and a new Guzzi V85TT of which they have in stock. I was told since they have limited inventory that demo rides are out. Well I'm not about to shell out
$25,000 on a new GW if I'm only allowed to sit on it in the showroom.

[twowheeladdict]

At this time I'm uncertain what I'm going to do. I wanted to setup a test ride on both the new 2022 Goldwing and a new Guzzi V85TT of which they have in stock. I was told since they have limited inventory that demo rides are out. Well I'm not about to shell out
$25,000 on a new GW if I'm only allowed to sit on it in the showroom.

You are obviously talking about Sloans.  That makes me curious because they are still sending me emails inviting me to one on one demo rides.  Did you tell them that you are a high potential buyer?  I know if I had a V85TT I would let you ride it.  Maybe Ronnie would be interested in swapping bikes with one of yours for a ride so you can experience the V85TT and he can experience a big block Guzzi. 

[Motormike]

What about Southern Honda Powersports in Chattanooga? 

[flower_king001]

Yes, Sloan's but my only contact at this time has been through emails so when the weather breaks, I'll take a ride over in person and talk.

Selling off all of my Guzzi's would be a big step after 30+ years of loyalty so if a V85TT would fit the bill I would just have to make more room in the garage.

Time will tell..

[flower_king001]

What about Southern Honda Powersports in Chattanooga?

Checked their online inventory and they have none. Also I would like a dealer that is closer to home.

[Snowman]

This is the closest Honda dealer for me and they are always competitive with their pricing and they are a great bunch of people. I understand Iowa is a haul for most but at least it is central. To add my 2c, the latest generation of Wing is a much better motorcycle than any previous versions.

https://www.stormlakehonda.com/default.asp?page=Inventory&pg=1&customSearch=goldwing