Haul Bikes dropped of my 2015 Norge 6/14. I was able to get a respectable 250 mile ride in on 6/17 and here are my impressions.
PositivesThe engine is fantastic. Not much of a surprise here. The
engine is why most of us worship at the Guzzi altar. The engine pulls hard everywhere and was made all the better with Beetle's map. Pure joy.
The gearbox is one of the best I have ever used! Snick, snick, snick with hardly an effort. Perfect!
The Brakes are excellent. I used the ABS once and it was good, worked as it should.
The bike is
beautiful to look at. It's one of those bikes you can sit and look at with a cup of coffee or bottle of beer.
Ergonomics were ideal for me. I feel no need to adjust the footpegs or add risers. For my body it is a perfect match.
NigglesThe suspension is too soft to inspire bag loads of confidence when hitting the twisties at a good pace. I know the Norge is not a sportbike but I feel an improvement in the suspension would be a worthwhile move.
The stock seat is only so so. I was more than ready to get off the seat after a few hours. I am now seriously considering the Guzzi gel seat. I have heard it provides a more comfortable perch.
Hand grip diameter is too small. I would prefer a fatter grip. Achieving this will be a problem with the heated grips.
The side stand is quite difficult to catch with your boot. I filed a couple of notches in it and this helped quite a bit. I think it was designed to deploy while wearing ballet slippers.
Overall - LOVE IT
