Author Topic: A V9 scenario... (Read 12416 times)

Devildog · « **Reply #30 on:** June 06, 2016, 08:10:08 PM »

No one has mentioned that in a year or so we should have a new V9 model or two.....maybe a V9R, or V9 Cafe?

Adan · « **Reply #31 on:** June 06, 2016, 09:10:54 PM »

Why trade one tame Sunday drive Guzzi for another? I don't think the somewhat more powerful engine is a compelling reason. The different riding positions might be, slightly forward versus slightly laid back. But unless Lucydad already knows which he prefers, it's going to take a long test ride on the V9 to figure it out. Not 15 or 30 minutes. At least an hour, preferably two. That's my modest perspective on the issue because there's few things more important about a motorcycle than the interface of ergonomics with your particular bodily comfort zone.

lucydad · « **Reply #32 on:** June 07, 2016, 08:03:52 AM »

Two reasons I am interested in the V9 as compared to my V7R: a) more upright geometry gives less back pain gives more range (probably) and
b) ABS brakes. ABS saved my ass on the Triumph last year when a guy blew thru a red light on a freeway entrance road.

Been keenly reading the V9 main thread.

Cam3512 · « **Reply #33 on:** June 07, 2016, 08:23:05 AM »

I saw the Roamer and Bobber in the flesh a few weeks ago at a Hamlin's in CT. Yellow Roamer, flat black Bobber. They are MUCH nicer in person, and the engine is beautiful. I just can't quite get past the shape of the tank, but I can see it growing in me. Actually preferred the look of the Bobber, and the ergos felt perfect.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #34 on:** June 07, 2016, 08:28:09 AM »

Greg , a philosophical question . If you spent the money to purchase a new V9 , would the hopefully more suitable ergos help provide encouragement to take longer trips , say to Oklahoma for the camp out ? No snark intended , just trying to help clarify a couple of things .

Dusty

lucydad · « **Reply #35 on:** June 07, 2016, 09:13:59 AM »

Dusty,

Yes. As is --if I executed a ride as far as Oklahoma I would have to add a big tank bag and side bags to the Triumph. I think the V7R would just kill my back. And, I am very much hooked on Guzzis.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #36 on:** June 07, 2016, 09:16:36 AM »

Quote from: lucydad on June 07, 2016, 09:13:59 AM

Dusty,

Yes. As is --if I executed a ride as far as Oklahoma I would have to add a big tank bag and side bags to the Triumph. I think the V7R would just kill my back. And, I am very much hooked on Guzzis.

Seems the decision is made then . We will be expecting pics and a ride report soon

Dusty

PJPR01 · « **Reply #37 on:** June 07, 2016, 10:22:00 AM »

I'm confused then...so the Triumph would be the long distance tourer, not the new V9? Wow...I think we just got bamboozled! Ole!

lucydad · « **Reply #38 on:** June 07, 2016, 12:23:04 PM »

Paul,

More like I am unclear--- apologies. Would love to have a Guzzi that I could ride over 150/day miles without a backache.

V9 could be the ticket. Easier option right now is STRX, but need to add bags. Mind meandering, but I do that. I admit the new V9 Roamer catches my heart just a bit.

Perazzimx14 · « **Reply #39 on:** June 07, 2016, 12:32:24 PM »

Quote from: Devildog on June 06, 2016, 08:10:08 PM

No one has mentioned that in a year or so we should have a new V9 model or two.....maybe a V9R, or V9 Cafe?

Well most likely it'll be the same V9 with a paint scheme from a bike made 40 years ago and billed as a "special"

Unfortunately it seems as though lately Guzzi likes thinking inside the box.

rocker59 · « **Reply #40 on:** June 07, 2016, 01:27:33 PM »

res, non verba

lucydad · « **Reply #41 on:** June 07, 2016, 02:14:33 PM »

Rocker,

Omnium rerum principia parva sunt--- Cicero

oldbike54 · « **Reply #42 on:** June 07, 2016, 02:28:22 PM »

OK you two , speak English

Greg , make yourself happy , no one else matters .

Dusty

PJPR01 · « **Reply #43 on:** June 07, 2016, 02:31:45 PM »

Quid pro Quo where: Quid = V9 and Quo = Oklahoma

Greg...when I get back in town I'd like to ride the V7...might add it to the stable! What's your asking price?

rocker59 · « **Reply #44 on:** June 07, 2016, 02:44:44 PM »

Quote from: lucydad on June 07, 2016, 02:14:33 PM

Rocker,

Omnium rerum principia parva sunt--- Cicero

Exspecto vestram famam: "vini. vidi. vici"

PJPR01 · « **Reply #45 on:** June 07, 2016, 03:37:04 PM »

Cogito ergo sum...riderus motum....

oldbike54 · « **Reply #46 on:** June 07, 2016, 03:48:12 PM »

The Tri-terrier of doom says "blah blah blah WOOF WOOF" Oh , and he adds a a couple of bau baus for effect

Dusty

bad Chad · « **Reply #47 on:** June 07, 2016, 04:16:32 PM »

Ok you geeks, enough with your pig latin circle jerk!

Perazzimx14 · « **Reply #48 on:** June 07, 2016, 04:39:12 PM »

Quote from: bad Chad on June 07, 2016, 04:16:32 PM

Ok you geeks, enough with your pig latin circle jerk!

shouldn't that be "elcric krej"

tiger_one · « **Reply #49 on:** June 07, 2016, 04:40:45 PM »

You have always wanted a bike with ABS, and really like the Guzzi. That rules out the Griso (no ABS). You would be able to post up a a very good riding report on the V9, judging from past posts.

I await the trade (or sale of V7R) and riding report of V9 Roamer.

lucydad · « **Reply #50 on:** June 07, 2016, 04:56:15 PM »

Sorry for the latin, quid pro quo.

Paul: see PM.

Been looking for really good video reviews, in English of the V9s. They are quite rare, if not absent.

Correct me if I am wrong, but nobody on this forum has yet bought a V9? Dealers have them though, here and there.
Would have to add a rear rack, front windscreen and likely the cool iPhone interface, and head guards. Wonder if they are available yet.

Like I said, Cicero was a smart guy. Rome was not built in a day.

oldbike54 · « **Reply #51 on:** June 07, 2016, 06:53:57 PM »

True Rome wasn't built in a day , but it would never have been built at all if paralysis by analysis had been a problem .

Dusty

lucydad · « **Reply #52 on:** June 07, 2016, 08:14:29 PM »

Dusty,

Working the problem quite vigorously...patien ce. These things must be done delicately...

fossil · « **Reply #53 on:** June 08, 2016, 05:42:15 AM »

Or, as the saying goes: Quidquid agis, prudenter agas et respice finem!

Texas Turnip · « **Reply #54 on:** June 08, 2016, 06:15:43 AM »

I don't know how many new Guzzis I've bought in the past 45 years. I do know that I never test rode the T-3, Cal 11, Cal 111, B1100 or the Coca Cola bike . I left MPH at 10;30 AM on the B1100 and was back the next day at 1 for the 1000 mile checkup. I like to break em in like they will be ridden.

Like a bride, only you will know what is best.

Tex

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