The 2022 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone is a middle weight modern classic motorcycle, in competition with the Triumph Bonneville T100 and Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.
The Italian version of the classic British Triumph Bonneville, the V7 Stone is often overlooked. With its unique and characterful V-Twin engine it is a special ride and in my opinion right up there with the best in its class.
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Non è l'italiana bonneville… È la MOTO GUZZI punto e basta!
Not quite correct. I believe the figures will show that the V7 has definitly more power than the Interceptor as it only puts out 48 hp. So you would compare the Interceptor to my '07 750 Breva which put's out exactly the same 48 hp. I believe the V7 850 put's out about the same hp as the 900 Bonnevile (65 hp). Which in itself is amazing as the MotoGuzzi has a smaller motor in capacity & the Bonneville has a single overhead cam 8 valve motor with shim adjustment but the MotoGuzzi is a more traditional push rod OHV motor with 4 valve with common adjustable tappets with feeler gauge screw driver & ring spanner. Also the MotoGuzzi is far easier to work on than the Bonneville so costs of servicing will be much less. You are wrong about a parallel twin being smoother. This is factually not correct. From an engineering stand point a flat twin or 90 degree V twin will alway's be smoother than a parallel twin as they have more dynamic balance because of the configuration. The only reason the Triumph may appear smoother is that it employs a mechanical counter balancer to smooth the vibrations out. The MotoGuzzi does not. The down side to this for the Bonneville is that it adds more weight plus it is something else to go wrong & it robs power as the counter balancer has to be driven in some way off the motor & usually they employ a chain.
Really enjoyed this video. Looking for another ride after selling my 2018 mid range GS. Was not a fan of the parallel engine in this bike as it felt like I was starting a singer sewing machine and the engine idle and throttle was irritatingly annoying. Moving components inside engine were never smooth. Apparently BMW’s engine in these bikes are now sourced from Chinese origin.
64 HP is low? My first motorcycle was a Honda CL90 with a stunning 8, yes you read that, eight! Horse Power.
Yes, since then I have had bikes with. . . a bit. . . more power. However, for its size, the V7-850 seems fine.
Really enjoyable video, thank you very much. Saw one of these bikes yesterday parked up and thought it looked really nice. Your video was at the top of the screen and I enjoyed your smooth interesting delivery. Your exactly right when it comes to motorcycling bringing people together, how many times do you see two bikers chatting at a set of lights, not the case with cars. You can't beat it. I will be tuning in to your videos from now on, stay well and stay safe.
Have a V7 Classic and don't really see too many of them here in the US (starting to see more new Moto Guzzi bikes as a whole though!). It's just such a fun and relaxing experience. Rolling on the throttle sounds like a small block chevy engine with the stock factory Lafranconi exhaust. Nice sweet mellow rumble without sounding obnoxious or ear splitting. The whining from the straight cut gear transmission is a nice bonus too. Any Moto Guzzi bike I've ever ridden feels like a gentleman's bike, but when you twist the throttle, there's no doubt you can feel the racing heritage of Moto Guzzi kick in. When you show up on a Moto Guzzi, you're making a statement. People look and gasp with excitement!
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Actually, the engine is mounted in a longitudinal configuration – just like a BMW 5 series' engine is also mounted longitudinally. Otherwise, nice relaxing review. Thank you!
When my son was looking to purchase a new motorcycle a couple years ago he looked at quite a number of mostly Japanese bikes. I suggested he look at the V7. So he went to a dealer that sold Moto Guzzi and Ducatti. Once he sat on the MG he knew he found the bike he wanted. I really like taking the bike out for a ride. It is such a pleasure piloting this motorcycle especially around the hills and backroads around where we live. He got the all black V7 and it looks great. I am not as fond of the Special version; too much chrome, spoke rims are a pain, and not as fond of the dual analog gage cluster. The simplicity of the V7 but with nods to modern convenience make for a great reliable fun to ride package. Many of us older riders remember old classic bikes and yes they were fun, down to earth machines. But you were always working on them. These new bikes just run well. Do your routine maintenance and enjoy riding. I actually have my eye on the V85tt. Same motor with higher output tuning in a more upright adventure touring chassis.
I'm looking now, but couldn't buy a 3, god knows why Moto Guzzi thinks it's target buyer would want a digital clock on a retro analogue bike? That tiny detail is a deal breaker, the 2 is not perfect but that's the one l'd buy.