Decision Time

[holabird]

Hello, I am new to the group today so this is my first post.  Be kind.  I am trying to decide between a 2007 Norge with 14,000 miles and a 2009 Stelvio with 50,000 miles.  I have confirmed the Stelvio has had the tappet rework done.  What are some must does that should have been done on the Norge?  I dont like it has only 14,000 miles.  I'm sure sitting that much has not helped the bike.  I've owned over 50 bike but this is my first shot at a Guzzi.  I will ride 99% street so dont need an ADV bike but the Stelvio can be a great pavement bike also.  Pricing is the same.  Thoughts?  thank you

[TN Mark]

The 1200 8v motor is like an intoxicating gem. The 1064 Norge motor is nearly bulletproof, but also perhaps a bit boring.

I had a 2009 Griso 1200 8v. Loved the motor. Glad the one you’re looking at is updated. At that mileage, if it were going to grenade itself, it already would have.

[Tkelly]

I would buy a next edition Stelvio,bigger gas tank and many improvements.Norge is great except for seating position.

[Dave Swanson]

Hopefully Huzo chimes in.  He has over 200,000 kilometers on his red 2V Norge.    Best is to get a decent test ride on both.

[fotoguzzi]

I can’t speak to the Stelvio but doing any kind of work on the Norge is not simple, just to change the air filter means fully removing the fairing which is a task in itself and the gas tank. Putting the fairing back on is an even more extreme frustration. Everything in there is a very tight fit, getting to the inner spark plugs is a pita.
Does that one have a port hole to get at the dip stick? Otherwise it’s hard to even check the oil. Too much Tupperware for my liking.
If you decide on the Norge inspect all the fairing mounting spots, they can be easily broken or cracked.