Author Topic: I'm Jonesing for a ride on the v9...Under 10K!!!$$$ (Read 57689 times)

Kev m · « **Reply #60 on:** February 27, 2016, 03:22:00 PM »

It's hard to truly do something that is both simple/clean but that hasn't been done before. Maybe that's one of the things that is so special about the Griso visually.

But the further you get from simple the easier it is to get polarizing.

rocker59 · « **Reply #61 on:** February 27, 2016, 03:34:15 PM »

Quote from: Kev m on February 27, 2016, 03:22:00 PM

It's hard to truly do something that is both simple/clean but that hasn't been done before. Maybe that's one of the things that is so special about the Griso visually.

But the further you get from simple the easier it is to get polarizing.

Oh, I'm not complaining about Galluzzi taking inspiration from the Hurricane when designing the Bobber and Roamer. I have always loved its lines.

I think the Bobber and Roamer will sell by the container loads. Nice additions to the small block family that should have a broad appeal.

Kev m · « **Reply #62 on:** February 27, 2016, 04:54:55 PM »

I'm sorry, I wasn't clear. I'm just musing on design.

I must say that I still prefer the "retro" V7 look, but I'm really warming to the Bobber.

rocker59 · « **Reply #63 on:** February 27, 2016, 05:33:59 PM »

For the red suspenders crowd:

Note the solo + pillion seat, the luggage rack & tail bag, the side racks for carrying panniers. There are two types of panniers for the side racks, leather option shown. Oh, and the monster tank bag for your corn cob pipe and bag O tabacky.

bad Chad · « **Reply #64 on:** February 27, 2016, 07:08:55 PM »

43 years past the Triumph, I think it passes for new enough.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #65 on:** February 27, 2016, 07:38:09 PM »

Hmmm.. Dorcia would probably like that pillion seat. She hates the kick up in the back that makes her slide forward.

Penderic · « **Reply #66 on:** February 27, 2016, 07:49:10 PM »

Just had a thought.

Ouch.

Messy Head Stock!

Lotsa wires/cables visable going from that tank to the headlight unit. Messy looking as always. Cant any manufacturer make a standard clean looking cable management system.

I would like to see a ONE flat flex cable for control, info and one other power cable that is used for the high current load of lights, horn ...or whatever new accessories the factory or owner adds later. Thats TWO cables.

Connectors Connectors Connectors I Hate Em.

fossil · « **Reply #67 on:** February 28, 2016, 01:28:15 AM »

To be honest, I forgot about the Triumph Hurricane. However there we have a plastic monoqoque, here a steel tank. And, what I like best, the concave lines. Of course, the main idea seems to be the same...

Regarding the cluttered, messy cable routing: somebody should Moto Guzzi inform about the presence of CAN-Bus.

Chuck in Indiana · « **Reply #68 on:** February 28, 2016, 06:35:41 AM »

Quote

CAN-Bus.

Luigi and Can-Bus? Gulp.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #69 on:** February 28, 2016, 08:35:33 AM »

Quote from: Chuck in Indiana on February 28, 2016, 06:35:41 AM

Luigi and Can-Bus? Gulp.

Ducati uses can-bus . Oh , wait , never mind

Dusty

n3303j · « **Reply #70 on:** February 28, 2016, 08:56:25 AM »

First glance reminds me of my T3 with a sexed up saddle and no room for luggage.
But I already have a T3. Maybe if I ever wear it out?
Looks better than a lot of the modern plastic fantastic offerings.
Moto Guzzi's entry into the "retro" market.

Cam3512 · « **Reply #71 on:** February 28, 2016, 09:21:40 AM »

Quote from: n3303j on February 28, 2016, 08:56:25 AM

Moto Guzzi's entry into the "retro" market.

What? They've been there since the 1000S in '91/'93, '09 - present with the V7 series.

DaSwami · « **Reply #72 on:** February 28, 2016, 12:07:17 PM »

My only issues are the "squat down in the rear" look, the single speedo gauge (a la Ducati Srambler) and no fork gaiters. This bike has a lot going for it, but I think I will stay with my V7 II.

Of course, maybe a ride would change all of that....

Penderic · « **Reply #73 on:** February 28, 2016, 03:23:46 PM »

Concave sided fuel tank. Is there a official or nickname for that style of tank?

Never seen anything in nature quite like it.

Maybe...

jas67 · « **Reply #74 on:** February 28, 2016, 09:37:11 PM »

Quote from: bpreynolds on February 27, 2016, 10:55:23 AM

Guilty as charged. I, however, do not believe I am alone in my affliction

I think there are more than a few of us here.

jas67 · « **Reply #75 on:** February 28, 2016, 09:42:17 PM »

Quote from: rocker59 on February 27, 2016, 05:33:59 PM

Looks like a nice touring rig. I also liked the look of the grey bike with the red checkerboard/stripe on top.

Oh no, I'm warming up to it too.

I still like the look of the V7 better.

I agree with Rocker, I think (and hope) these will be good sellers for Guzzi.

bpreynolds · « **Reply #76 on:** February 29, 2016, 06:21:59 AM »

Quote from: jas67 on February 28, 2016, 09:42:17 PM

Looks like a nice touring rig. I also liked the look of the grey bike with the red checkerboard/stripe on top.

Oh no, I'm warming up to it too.

I still like the look of the V7 better.

I agree with Rocker, I think (and hope) these will be good sellers for Guzzi.

Oddly, I actually like the look of the touring rig better than the naked bike. Wtg!!!!

fossil · « **Reply #77 on:** February 29, 2016, 06:52:01 AM »

Quote from: bpreynolds on February 29, 2016, 06:21:59 AM

Oddly, I actually like the look of the touring rig better than the naked bike. Wtg!!!!

This is exactly the feeling I have when I look at a Sportster.

Dogwalker · « **Reply #78 on:** February 29, 2016, 07:22:17 AM »

The V9 had been inserted in the lineup of the available bikes in the Italian and UK Guzzi websites.
Curiously, the Italian website had, for the Roamer, white and yellow as available colors, the UK site instead has white and red.
http://www.motoguzzi.it/
http://uk.motoguzzi.it/

rocker59 · « **Reply #79 on:** February 29, 2016, 07:45:32 AM »

rocker59 · « **Reply #80 on:** February 29, 2016, 08:22:57 AM »

V9 ROAMER: MOTO GUZZI'S COSMOPOLITAN CUSTOM-

Versatility has always been a key factor in the success of custom Moto Guzzis. Guzzi enthusiasts have ridden the big California as well as the small Nevada down busy city streets and, with a few modifications for luggage, on long and adventurous journeys. The new V9 Roamer picks up on the legacy of the legendary Nevada 750, still in the range, with updates, after over 20 years. Glamorous, easy, convenient and rewarding to ride, like all Moto Guzzis, the V9 Roamer is the Italian custom bike dedicated to the citizens of the world. The Piaggio Group Style Centre developed the design, with input from the PADC (Piaggio Advanced Design Center) in Pasadena (California), the birthplace of motorcycle trends that spread to the corners of the earth.

The V9 Roamer is a superb combination of a classic and essential style with high-level finishings, showing off the unique architecture of the new 850 twin-cylinder. Great care has gone into the details of the new wheel rims (19" front and 16" rear) painted in matt black and treated with a diamond-cut finish, as well as the new multi-function digital dashboard with a single circular dial. On board comfort is provided by a comfortable and relaxed riding position, which is nevertheless active and suited to getting the most out of the ride qualities of the V9 Roamer. The long padded seat, decorated with the Moto Guzzi logo stitched with grey thread has a ground clearance of just 775 mm and is combined with a raised chrome handlebar and the correct placement of the forged aluminium footrests. This triangulation thus offers all bikers riding comfort, ease of handling of the vehicle when stationary and feeling during dynamic riding.

The V9 also continues Moto Guzzi's successful tradition of keeping the overall weight to a minimum. If the V7 II and California 1400 are already among the lightest bikes in their respective segments. The V9's kerb weight of 199 kg is a true record for its class. The reduced mass, combined with the V9 Roamer's superb riding quality and great low-end torque offered by the new 850 two-cylinder, gives feeling, handling and unique riding pleasure.

The V9 Roamer is a true mid-size light motorcycle, not just for people who love and know Moto Guzzi motorcycle culture, but also for anyone who has always loved the design of custom motorcycles, but has never bought one because of the weight and poor handling of almost all models in the sector.

http://uk.motoguzzi.it/motoguzzi/UK/en/moto/custom/V9/V9-Roamer.html

oldbike54 · « **Reply #81 on:** February 29, 2016, 08:27:12 AM »

"Glamorous"

Well alrighty then , but they ain't never laid eyes on my Jackal

Dusty

Kev m · « **Reply #82 on:** February 29, 2016, 08:31:15 AM »

Funny how Dusty zero's in on the negative. ;P

I thought this line was well written and probably true. Not a bad argument for someone to check it out if they like the genre!

Quote from: rocker59 on February 29, 2016, 08:22:57 AM

V9 ROAMER: MOTO GUZZI'S COSMOPOLITAN CUSTOM-
The V9 Roamer is a true mid-size light motorcycle, not just for people who love and know Moto Guzzi motorcycle culture, but also for anyone who has always loved the design of custom motorcycles, but has never bought one because of the weight and poor handling of almost all models in the sector.

I must admit they are both growing on me... still the Bobber more.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #83 on:** February 29, 2016, 09:02:07 AM »

Quote from: Kev m on February 29, 2016, 08:31:15 AM

Funny how Dusty zero's in on the negative. ;P

I thought this line was well written and probably true. Not a bad argument for someone to check it out if they like the genre!

I must admit they are both growing on me... still the Bobber more.

Oh I like the bike just fine , it is the ad copy that cracks me up

Wait , does owning a Guzzi make me glamorous

Oh hell , guess this means a complete new wardrobe . <sigh>

Dusty

rocker59 · « **Reply #84 on:** February 29, 2016, 09:06:04 AM »

I always feel glamorous while riding my Guzzis.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #85 on:** February 29, 2016, 09:08:59 AM »

Quote from: rocker59 on February 29, 2016, 09:06:04 AM

I always feel glamorous while riding my Guzzis.

Maybe that's why that couple in the Corvette were eyeballing us

Dusty

LowRyter · « **Reply #86 on:** February 29, 2016, 10:02:44 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on February 29, 2016, 09:02:07 AM

Oh I like the bike just fine , it is the ad copy that cracks me up Wait , does owning a Guzzi make me glamorous Oh hell , guess this means a complete new wardrobe . <sigh>

Dusty

I've always considered you glamorous.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #87 on:** February 29, 2016, 10:09:09 AM »

Quote from: LowRyter on February 29, 2016, 10:02:44 AM

I've always considered you glamorous.

Hey , maybe one of those fru fru men's mags will pay big bucks for my story

Probably not

Dusty

Kev m · « **Reply #88 on:** February 29, 2016, 10:18:13 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on February 29, 2016, 10:09:09 AM

Hey , maybe one of those fru fru men's mags will pay big bucks for my story

Probably not

Dusty

Maybe if it starts "I go to a small mid-western college, and I never thought this would happen to me before..."

And only if you consider "big bucks" enough for a Star Bucks Latte.

Dogwalker · « **Reply #89 on:** February 29, 2016, 10:20:03 AM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on February 29, 2016, 09:02:07 AM

Wait , does owning a Guzzi make me glamorous

The bike is glamorous. The rider, not necessarily.

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