If you could only own one bike, a Guzzi...

[faffi]

If you could only have one motorcycle for the next 5 years, and it had to be a Guzzi, what bike would you pick? Let's imagine that it would be brand new, regardless of when it was made.

Rationally, the V85TT and the V100 Mandello are the best Guzzis for my kind of use. However, I would stay with a 2017 V9 Roamer. Which is surprising even to me, since it is not the most comfortable, nor the best looking, nor the most practical, and definitely not the best performing. But it gives me the greatest sensations. I'd go for one in red, though, not my white.

[s1120]

Well I only do have one, and lack of garage space, and extra funds always going to my other car/truck projects will odds are keep it that way. I have a 02 cali stone metal. It really does it all. The base platform it sporty for the backroads, but shes long legged enough for the big roads. I wasnt really looking for a cruzer bike at all, but I fell into this close to home, and the shape, and low miles made it come home. The lower bars, and pegs of the Stone models makes it feel much more sporty, and the big crome tank of the metal really stands out. Its really a lifetime bike to me..   That being said, if I could get any bike to last the rest of time it would be a 1000S.First Guzzi I rode, and the one that drew me to the brand. When Im too old to ride, it would end up in the living room as art to look at in my advancing age.

[faffi]

I agree, the 1000S is a pretty bike. Personally, I prefer the green stripes and the cast wheels.

[Huzo]

Ok…
Brand new, zero km…?
This.


Slam dunk.

[twowheeladdict]

If I could only own one, it would have to be the V7III because it is as close to a UJM as it gets for Moto Guzzi.

But, to go along with it I would have shelves full of bolt on accessories:

Touring Kit:

• Full Luggage
• Touring Seat
• Windshield
• Highway Pegs
• Engine Guards
• LED Running Lights

Adventure Kit:

• Wire Wheels with Dual Sport Tires
• Skid Plate
• Arrow High Exhaust
• Longer Travel Suspension

This all would be in addition to my current Café Kit:

• Moto Guzzi Quarter Fairing
• Traxxion Dynamics Front Cartridge suspension
• LSL Aluminum Clubman bars
• Napoleon Bar End Mirrors
• Sato Racing Rear Sets
• Mistral Shorty Mufflers
• Café Seat from Racer
• Bitubo Adjustable Shocks with Red Springs

If I was changing how I ride which is why I was going down to one bike I also love the 1000S with the green frame and graphics.

[Antietam Classic Cycle]

My '69 Ambassador. I've owned it since April '97. This is the ride it turned over 100,000 miles.

[Shiny Hat]

2003 Stone with valve train update.

[Moparnut72]

Because I am old and unfortunately or fortunately getting older. I would need a bike I could still handle when I become more decrepit, so it would have to be the V7lll Special already in the garage/shop. Even though I got it just a few months ago I know I will not be able to handle the Mandello in just a few years so it will be the V7. I will not be unhappy with it as it is a great bike, bullet proof, easy to service and enjoyable to ride. 
kk

Edit: I would have to upgrade the suspension though. I rode it to Reno once for it's initial service. It was not a comfortable ride but I also had Audace at the time. I guess I was used to the Audace and expected more from the V7. In the V7's defence the roads here are terrible. We occasionally have signs put out "Rough Road Ahead". I am tempted to steal one and place it at the California border north of Reno.

[n3303j]

My 850T3; we've passed 100K together and the bike will reliably take me anywhere I choose to go.

Although once I'm too decrepit for two wheels there will always be my Ural.

[Gliderjohn]

From early 1990 till 2011 my T-3 was my only bike. No regrets.
GliderJohn

[blackcat]

I have the green version but would be happy with this bike, but not with that seat. It would have to be a Sargent seat

[Sprouty115]

I have the green version but would be happy with this bike, but not with that seat. It would have to be a Sargent seat

^ Solid suggestion. 

If it has to be a new (current production) model, then I would go here:




But if I could choose any model from any year, I'd go with some version of this (my preference is a civilian in white - but I just liked this image).

[Tkelly]

If I had to get rid of all my bikes but one I keep the SPNT,it is set up to travel and sporty enough for local rides.

[ff73148]

I already have that one bike. 2016 Eldorado.

[inditx]

Right now, this one.......

[Shorty]

Easy.  74 Police Eldo.

[SemperVee]

 Of course my 07 Norge.

[Turin]

I'd have to go with the Quota 1100. I've owned two. The quota was my commuter, grocery getter, touring bike, and made a halfway decent sportbike.

[johnwesley]

If I could only have one it would be a 2010 to end of production California vintage. If it had to be modern then it would be the new Stelvio.

I’m really enjoying the Calvin for my kind of riding. Spent the day getting it ready for 2024. Still have work to do but it’s close. It my perfect combo of touring and sporty handling. The lemans is fun but not my cross country bike. The EV is a great bike but I prefer the look of the vintage. I’m really sold on the tonti frame 1100 bikes.

I’ve never spent anytime on a spII but would love to try one as I really like the looks of that bike and figure it would be a good touring set up as well. One day I’ll find one and bring it home.

[cliffrod]

If i couldnt get a real Teliao Rosso (sp?- its been a long day) a brand new 1973 V7 Sport like i have would be the pot of gold at the end of my rainbow. 

But, if i had to get rid of my old V7 Sport to have it, no deal.  I'll keep my old one and be perfectly happy.

[bikeridertim]

Probably this one, so I could put 165,000 miles on it like I did on this!!

[Scout63]

V7 Sport. Right side shift.

[bigbikerrick]

Old Guzzi= V7 sport, Mid age= Black/green 1000s New= the new water cooled adv bike!   
Rick.

[Beowulf]

Right now, this one.......

I second this. That thing is beautiful

[AJ Huff]

Greg Fields' Eldo.

-AJ

[steven c]

 I think I already have it, the V85TT in my garage.

[tazio]

I'd imagine this doing me just fine for the next 5 years.. I may miss the roll-on power of the mighty GRiSO but this checks all my boxes otherwise.

[vintagehoarder]

Hard Choice I want to say my 1400 touring but I sure love my Eldo!

[Sprouty115]

Greg Fields' Eldo.

-AJ

This?

[Turin]

The Doughnut racer! sweet loop!