Comments on: MD First Look: 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone, Racer and Special (Bike Reports) (News)

By: daniel

daniel — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 16:05:34 +0000

Thanks for the info. I’ve got some research to do.

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By: Jake

Jake — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 12:04:00 +0000

The “new” V7s are based on Guzzi’s newest design – Leo Tartarini’s 1977 V-50 – so they’re only 35 years old.

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By: daniel

daniel — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:15:01 +0000

True. But who wants to deal with a 40 year old bike.

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By: Alan

Alan — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 22:30:44 +0000

These new Guzzis are cute but can’t compare to the real thing. Consider the performance in 1973 of a V7 Sport. 125 mph, 13 second quarter mile. Think about that in the context of the times. Admittedly, at $3200 the V7 Sport was much more expensive in its day. But these are no more than pale, cosmetic copies of the immortal real thing.

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By: Charlie

Charlie — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 10:31:54 +0000

You’re mixing up brake hp and rear wheel hp. The Eldorado had 50-55 hp *at the crank*, with 40-42 at the rear wheel. About the same as the 2013 V7s.

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By: Don

Don — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:55:14 +0000

Good to know. Thanks!

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By: Al

Al — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:39:37 +0000

I’m 6′ and I’ve rideen the Racer and the Stone (I’m from Europe). No problems size-wise on both. Better ergos and way less cramped than for ex. a Triumph Bonneville SE. Found the ergos of the Stone model similar to the Kawasaki W800.

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By: Daniel

Daniel — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 18:22:47 +0000

I just picked up the 2013 V7 racer two days ago and absolutely love the bike. It feels as if the bike was designed just for me. Even though the ouput numbers seem low, the bike has plenty of power and handles beautifully. Braking is not great IMO but it stops just fine. Guys and gals over 6′ might have a problem but at 46 years old, 5’8 and 150lb, the bike is perfect for me. Did I mention it looks incredible?

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By: Don

Don — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 15:12:17 +0000

Previous reviews from the European introduction indicated the bikes might be a little cramped for six-footers. The bike has everything I need in terms of power, styling, etc., but comfort is key. Any 6′ or 6’1″ guys gotten some ride time on one of these yet?

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By: Raimo K

Raimo K — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:31:43 +0000

Not much power but check the torque, maximum at 2800 rpm!
Test rode one last week, it sure is lively

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