2023 Moto Guzzi V100S Mandello | In Depth Review

[@nickmurray721]

Thank you for the real world view, here is the U.K. those care the conditions we have to ride within. I’ve just bought a new standard v100, price was £3.5k less than list and I really don’t need what the S provides. Looking forward to riding this all over Europe

[@mrbjay5443]

That's the most gorgeous bike I've ever seen. Motto Guzzi is making some Brillant bikes! Ingenious Wing Mode with incredible electric windscreen . Love it!!!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Have you seen one up close?

[@mrbjay5443]

@@mostlymotorbikes NO, I am now going to the dealership. I am shopping for a new bike at the present time and this bike just BLEW ME AWAY! The technology it has is advanced, and the WINGS are ingenious! Then there's that hand-crafted beauty only a craftsman hands can do. It is a rare -gem that most never sees. I must see, test ride, and if it turns out, purchase this Beauty. The value is right in line with my budget.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@mrbjay5443 trust me. It’s way better looking in person!

[@LateApexChiangMai]

The Stelvio with the same engine is even more beautiful, I am loving it.

[@kirkdunn1379]

funny enough I have a Moto Guzzi dealer right up the street from me in Long Beach, CA......was driving yesterday and just happened to see it nd today here is this video.....life is a trip, beautiful bike

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Very cool!

[@henrietn]

I've got a guzzi v85tt that I picked up for 9000euros with luggage and a lot of extras. (secondhand). Love it and it has been very reliable. Working on it is a dream. Valve jobs and most repairs are easily accessible. No chain maintenance to worry about. I have been looking at the mandello, bit its pricey without any accessories. It's 15499 euros for the base model. But it has nothing. The luggage, although neat is bespoke and is a 1000 euro option. Add heated grips, maybe a crash bar, center stand, rear rack and top box, dealer fees fees and you are looking at 17k out the door. Maybe more and that is a lot of money for a sports tourer. Although I like my motoguzzi very much, they should have at least included a center stand and rear rack in the base price.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Yes that’s all possibly true….but it’s awesome lol

[@c.g.c2067]

Test rode it and found that the tyres while giving a lot of stability on the straights or motorway journeys, may detract a bit of it's nimbleness on twisty roads. Sportier tyres would make the bike extremely fun to ride in a sportier manner. Other than that I found this to be among the best options on the market nowadays and a rather elegant proposal.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Good info. Weather was too bad for me to test that day.

[@c.g.c2067]

@@mostlymotorbikes i test rode it in summer on lake of Como roads 😄

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@c.g.c2067 that would do it lol

[@davemazurek7727]

Thanks! Really enjoyed the review and the detail regarding the wind protection. Going down to leave a deposit on one of these tomorrow.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@NotNowCato1254]

Nice 'real world' review. This really is the only candidate to possibly replace my 1250RS Beemer. Very tempting - will have to have a go on one. Cheers!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks Mike. Appreciated. Glad it was useful.

[@michaeldobson8859]

The 1250RS is twice the bike this Guzzi is.

[@jmulroy1]

Glad your back! Your review of the NC-750x was a prime reason why I purchased a 2021 6 speed, and I’m very happy I did. This is a beautiful bike, but we don’t have any dealerships near me in the Milwaukee Wisconsin area. All the best.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Good to hear! Thank you 🙏

[@TerryScott-c7w]

I had a guzzi 850 le mans mk3 and it was the best bike Ive ever had; and Ive had a lot. But now Ive retired Im buying a mandello V100S for sure. Well done Moto Guzzi.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Good for you. Great bike.

[@caribman10]

I still have my one-of-one blue '78 LeMans ! Series 2...

[@underbear9683]

How is the slipper clutch in the Moto Guzzi V100S Mandello? Did you experience any negative torque when off the gas?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Didn’t even know it had one tbh mate. That’s a good thing.

[@boilermaker1337]

Not too "repetitive and rambly" at all. It sounds like they've done it right: kept what made the old Guzzi's great, but brought it into the 21st century.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks mate appreciate that. It really is good!

[@jacobbrown2476]

Great review pal. Glad to see you back ❤

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thank you. Appreciated 💪

[@DaveBibbs]

Beautiful bike for sure ❤

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Couldn’t agree more

[@centrifugal819]

Is the windshield really effective? The most part of body bear the wind pressure? How about the keens wind protection ?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Windscreen does something just not a lot. The wings definitely take some of the wind off the knees but I also got caught in the rain and it 100% funnels some of the water off of them.

[@centrifugal819]

@@mostlymotorbikes hi, bro I am from china . In china moto Guzzi is not like Ducati BMW popular , I have been visit dealer shop, sale told me the V100 will be available in this august and the price is not released yet problem around 20k-23k euro , the price is not problem . Spare is my concerning point . The spare beyond easy-damage part need to imported from Italy . Lead time could be more then 3 month .

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@centrifugal819 that does sound not good

[@Slane583]

I always thought the transvers V-Twin was neat. My fathers 1980 Honda CX500 has a similar style of engine. They're just so different when you're swimming in a sea of parallel twins and Harley Davidson style V-Twins. I'd say for me, being from the states, the sounds of the engine grumble of the MG reminds me of an old big block v8. Low revving but powerful sounding versus the high pitched screams of sport bikes. :)

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Great point!

[@Topnikko]

Honda copied MG with the CX.

[@Slane583]

@@Topnikko Possibly since manufacturers get design ideas from their competitors and like to copy them. But also I read up that Honda supposedly originally engineered the CX's engine for use in a small displacement car. The original design was also suppose to have over-head cams but was then switched to using push rods for reliability reasons. But of course that's only what I read. Weather or not it is true is to be determined. Even if Honda did copy Moto Guzzi them and MG are still the only two motorcycle makers that have bikes with that engine design. Of course the engine design being the staple of MG's. :)

[@emmahoeve]

It's a longitudual V-Twin, not transvers. The crankshaft is in length of the machine.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@emmahoeve it’s transverse www.motoguzzi.com/gb_EN/models/v100/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAofieBhDXARIsAHTTldpLuRTgOt-DDTuaadNlDo0aUfGmMhrjqDKBYQG2MnQQuyyh08HVgBIaAsqHEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@darrenfletcher5414]

Good to see you back. 💪👍

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Appreciate it!

[@jps8941]

I really like the Moto Guzzi bran I've owned a v7 carbon dark awesome bike had some strange problem with the clutch cable but other than that great. The problem in Canada is designated dealerships. The price for this model is very good just over 21,000 Canadian. But does not come with side cases. The V 85tt models come with side cases I don't know why they don't have a model with them included hopefully that's coming in the future. I will wait for the new Moto Guzzi adventure bike featuring this engine before I make a decision. I'm leaning toward the adventure bike.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks for sharing mate. I can’t wait to ride the adventure.

[@davewilton3101]

Very nice review. Really appreciate your observations while riding in the rain and at 5'C. Weather protection in your video looks much better than it has any right to be. Had a look at one of these for the first time yesterday. Beautiful bike. Got a challenger, age 70 is in my rear view mirror and I am looking for something lighter and this is about 300# lighter.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks. Appreciate your comments.

[@MrTojmo]

Nice flaps, this is one of the best looking bikes I’ve seen, I love it.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

It’s 100% a bit of you this mate!

[@alangolightly9850]

Looking at this or R1250rs as second bike from Tuono V4. For comfort and some travel.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I’d say this is a bit cooler….

[@rudedog3529]

Dealer had actually offered to swap the wheels from a standard if he gets both at the same time. 2 years ago, I think the prototypes were shown with gold anodized wheels. The color and shine seemed to indicate that.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I thought they were gold

[@rudedog3529]

@@mostlymotorbikes Early press bikes were, but I could swear the earliest one shown had gold anodized. Would look pretty cool if OZ came out with some.

[@Otto-AutoPilot]

Some report it cramped in the legs - how did you find it at 6'4 as you are the same height as me?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I fit nice on it mate tbh

[@Otto-AutoPilot]

@@mostlymotorbikes Thanks - how's the screen for buffeting at speed?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@Otto-AutoPilot average to be honest but good enough. At our height you would sacrifice aesthetics for anything better. I’m sure there will be an aftermarket add on if you really need it.

[@Otto-AutoPilot]

@@mostlymotorbikes Cheers. I'm looking forward to to the new Stelvio too, might be even more roomy.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@Otto-AutoPilot no problem pal

[@kentbrown3736]

I'm buying one next. That sound. Yummy.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Congratulations couldn’t agree more

[@davewilton3101]

In Manitoba Canada the insurance for the V100S is approx twice the cost of the S1000xr. No idea why as i'm not sure there are more than a few on the road here. I like the V100s but the insurance cost is currently a deal breaker.

[@garyhutson6361]

Yo yo, there you are. Did wonder where you went after you picked up the M3. Thought something bad had happened. Great vid once again fella. 👏🏼

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks Gary. Life just gets busy mate.

[@garyhutson6361]

@@mostlymotorbikes can't wait for you to pick up your s1000rr. I'm thinking of making my 2020 look like a 2023 👍🏼 easy fix..

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@garyhutson6361 mate I’m not just saying it because I’m buying one but it just takes things to a new level. The gearbox and comfort especially are soooo amazing. I’m putting a video out later if my test ride.

[@Carvetii]

The looks of it remind me of the old Yamaha TDM 850

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Haha I can kind of see that

[@sorryociffer]

Mu OCD is triggered by the front brake tank not being level/even with the clutch one...

[@jfro5867]

Enjoyed that. Reminds me (looks wise) of the original TDM900 from years ago, but much prettier.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks my man

[@bigoloni]

Great bike, I want one!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Me too. I loved it.

[@elisabattle8456]

Been riding bikes for over 50 years--please stay off the dark strip down the middle of the road. That is where oil droplets collect from millions of vehicles passing through. Stay to the left or right of that strip, especially in the wet. Love Moto Guzzis--have a 1989 Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 V7 Stone. --mike

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I myself have been riding for almost 25. But I appreciate the concern ❤️

[@bukweet]

Did you detect much engine heat? Wonder how it would be at 30C?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Literally none and it would have been welcome as it was FREEZING that day 😂

[@nozzer6686]

Thanks for the great reviews on this V100S and the one on you did on the Tuono V4 standard, I’m going to test ride both, think I’m going to love them both for different reasons, my V85TT might turn into the V100 and another of mine might become the Tuono, nice problem to have! Which way floats your boat? Cheers

[@mostlymotorbikes]

It’s a tough one. The tuono is a nutter but the Guzzi does so much well. All round Guzzi just because cool lol

[@DavidSimpsonSpecialForces]

Do the cylinder heads bake your knees?

[@kingkrimson8771]

One question I haven't seen answered in other Mandello review vids - does it have self-cancelling indicators?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Hmmm, I don’t remember, sorry. I’m filming it in the dry weather soon, so I’ll check.

[@craigfoster294]

I watch a lot of motorcycle reviews on KZbin. It seems like most of them are from England. It seems like 90% of them are done on rainy, cold days. Does the weather really suck that bad all the time in that country???

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Does in January mate, for sure! :(

[@brulaapgaapmeester8052]

I just wish it would have more color options. You can get red or white which I would prefer, but not on the S-version... Lovely bike though. :-)

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Honestly, the S colour combo is beautiful in the flesh.

[@caribman10]

MG needs a Le Mans version. Bubble nose fairing with a Day-Glo stripe. Slightly rearset footpegs. Clipons. Why not?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Great idea. Cool.

[@STIjojoSTI]

Im not that familiar with moto guzzi. Hows the quality? Paint, engine, reliability? Parts availability? I really like the looks of this bike and the color combo is amazing!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Quality is superb. The paint and seat leather was one thing that stood out to me the most. Very impressive.

[@bigoloni]

Piaggio group, so if there's Vespa or Aprilia close by it's no problem.

[@rudedog3529]

Yeah, not happy with the bait and switch as the gold wheels were shown on the early pre production S models. I have one coming in 2 weeks.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Don’t blame you mate

[@Fernando90054]

Hi, nice and useful video. This machine looks pretty interesting. Might give it a try on a test ride. The power train sounds strong and agreeable. By the description, it looks that Moto Guzzi have made something more refined with this project. It was a pity that you couldn’t extract a lot from the ride on this day. The weather wasn’t in the best condition for it. But your enthusiasm was quite something! I own a BMW R Nine T Scrambler 2023 model and I love that bike. But I’ll test ride this one and take my conclusions after. I usually don’t rely a lot on Italian bikes, but this can be an exception. They can’t go on too much further if they only design beautiful and powerful bikes. If they want to be competitive on this market, they need to improve on the reliability of their craft and Industry. So, I hope this represents that step forward in what concerns to Italian made products in this two wheels business world. Thanks, once again for the nice video 👍🏻

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks for the nice comment. Appreciate it 🙏

[@michaeldobson8859]

Ill solve your dilemma on what it is! It is a modern LeMans, with functional accessory capabilities and features the LeMans never had. It looks just like a LeMans from the cockpit and from the front and sides. Don’t worry most youngsters don’t get it either.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Haha my only thought is it’s been a while since I was called a youngster. Thanks for making my day ❤️

[@nikos-giorgos]

This bike must come standard with the gold wheels it was first introduced with. Who's the genius in the company who decided to go with the black ones ?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Hmmm gold wheels might look quite nice

[@rudedog3529]

Yeah, not happy with the bait and switch as the gold wheels were shown on the early pre production S models. I have one coming in 2 weeks.

[@nikos-giorgos]

@@rudedog3529 Just tell them to deliver it with the gold wheels or you're canceling the order. That's what I would do anyway...

[@rudedog3529]

@@nikos-giorgos Dealer had actually offered to swap the wheels from a standard if he gets both at the same time. 2 years ago, I think the prototypes were shown with gold anodized wheels. The color and shine seemed to indicate that.

[@nikos-giorgos]

@@rudedog3529 It's an offer you can't refuse. Good luck with the bike.

[@clausentumsoton]

Thanks for the review but how about going above 50mph or some fast curves?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

5 degrees max and wet mate. Will be a part 2 of this when roads are dry.

[@elithegreat6463]

11:02 why would you park it in the Muck/Mud like that ???

[@mostlymotorbikes]

So I didn’t get run over

[@elithegreat6463]

@@mostlymotorbikes I don’t envy your Weather there in the UK 👎🌧️⛈️🌧️

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@elithegreat6463 we get three months of decent biking weather if we’re lucky :(

[@elithegreat6463]

@@mostlymotorbikes I’m from NJ , and well, we do get a mix of everything here in the north east, but you guys always seem to do videos in the glumness of clouds and rain. Cause I’m such a fair weather rider, that if my bike ever got that dirty in the rain and salt, I would have an anxiety attack 😑👎

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@elithegreat6463 haha same. I only ride when it’s nice on my own bikes. Luckily I could hand the Guzzi back to the dealers to clean 😂

[@Turanaable]

Can you recommend this bike ?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Very much so. It was excellent!

[@Turanaable]

@@mostlymotorbikes Thanks for answer 👍

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@Turanaable anytime my man 💪

[@asgtube13]

Is it just me or it reminds me of an old Yamaha TDM900?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Go see one in person - trust me ;)

[@asgtube13]

@@mostlymotorbikes I'm sure it's on a different planet and much more sporty. But TDM is the closest I can think of.

[@Ni3K]

I think those wings are Porsche 911 inspired, but not a bad thing to be inspired by...

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Never thought of it like that…so true!!

[@kentbrown3736]

Here's how you explain this bike. It's a great bike.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks mate. Glad it helped

[@sandwaves5642]

The ONLY thing to review on this bike is - its' looks. And yes, it looks very pretty. Besides that - I do own a Guzzi, which I also bought because how it looks, but - it is, for almost a YEAR, at dealers workshop - after its' first service ( prog. updates ) ! - STILL NO FIX !!! - so I believe, I've learned my lesson : Guzzi OK - only as an item of ART. Buy it - place it in some visible place - preferably inside.... and show it to your guests ☝☝😀😀

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Ouch! That’s not awesome mate 😢

[@davewilton3101]

What is/was the problem and how was it fixed? I had a similsr situation with my new Indian a couple years ago however.....after 3 months +/- in the shop they gave me a new bike.

[@sandwaves5642]

@@davewilton3101 The problem were the UPDATES, that screwed up the CC and droppet the power.... Eventually - new update fixed all.

[@davewilton3101]

@@sandwaves5642 It was an ecu update that disabled my first Challenger but Indian went above and beyond…….and replaced my bike which when new was valued at close to $40k Cdn.

[@ChasingTenths]

Omg this one has the same intro music too lol

[@mostlymotorbikes]

It’s just my standard intro now pal 😂

[@lauriebloggs8391]

er.....longitudinal. ......transversely mounted? Lovely review...............

[@mostlymotorbikes]

If you’re on my channel for factually detailed deep dives….you’re in the wrong place sister 😂😂

[@jimmarshall807]

Sadly Via Moto in Sheffield have moved premises and dropped their Piaggio franchise (including Moto Guzzi). Great bike (I have one myself) but you won't get one from Via Moto iirc.

[@cpuuk]

Anyone seen the luggage?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Sorry, I haven’t.

[@ronfeast932]

Poor dealer network in Australia meaning spares services etc mot doable especially if like me you reside in rural areas.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

That’s a bummer mate :(

[@AuxesisHyperbole666]

Really don't like the big slab of black plastic on top of the tank that dominates the sightline while sitting. Looks like a Tesla or something. Jeep. Otherwise impressive. They are calling it a sports tourer. There's a clip-on luggage system.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Honestly I think sports tourer could work but equally you could call it a cafe racer/super naked/retro. Don’t agree on the Tesla thing I think it all feels super premium.

[@kentbrown3736]

It's a sport tourer with muscle bike design. bloke

[@mostlymotorbikes]

That’s a good way of looking at it

[@Jonathan-L]

What's with the Pinky & Perky music?

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I wanted you, specifically to be able to relate on a mental level.

[@Jonathan-L]

@@mostlymotorbikes My mental state is still connected to my 1983 Guzzi 850 Le Mans III. I miss that bike.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@Jonathan-L I miss my 2001 GSXR 600 K1. I feel your pain.

[@StephenSGordon]

Thanks but the video/filming made me dizzy 👍

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Was you on a roundabout?

[@elekid330]

my first impression aeeehmmmm, second ..........eeeeeemmm n9mple....................comfy ,pretty fast

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Comment of the week. Good effort.

[@vasilisdedes5100]

No offence, it’s not noise it’s “The sound” of the motorcycle!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

None taken 😊

[@dm9817587]

If only it had gold wheels as well

[@mostlymotorbikes]

That would look good

[@mikehrynyk434]

Went to buy one…..discovered it was extremely top heavy, and the seat height is to high…lm 5’-8” …. My feet hardly touch the ground. I didn’t buy it

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Do they do a lower seat?

[@marklightfoot8900]

They do a lowered seat for the bike.

[@d17a2dude]

You could get a ducati streetfighter v2 for less than this.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

You could. Arguably less cool though 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@Topnikko]

But the MG is more distinctive and arguably even prettier.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@Topnikko it’s prettier to my eye

[@kingkrimson8771]

...but then you'd have a single-purpose bike, whereas this Guzzi looks to be more of a Swiss Army knife, as it were.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

@@kingkrimson8771 this

[@DennisMerwood-xk8wp]

One day, if you have a 40-hours or so (!), I will tell you about my Moto Guzzi dealer in the USA. Who in 20-trips (exaggerating) could not get my brand new 1997 Moto Guzzi Sports 1100 to run properly. Idle - but pop and fart on throttle. Marginally acceptable on throttle - and would then stall at every stop light. Maddening! He tried dozens of different computer chips. Not that it mattered - the speedo stopped working in 50-miles anyway! We finally gave up - the sad tale of how I came out of this financially- makes me (and my wife) cry! Would I buy another one? Guess!

[@mostlymotorbikes]

😂😂 of course you would!

[@yuliybeilin5038]

+++👍🏻👍🏻💪🏻

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Thanks my man

[@TriumphLover]

Beautiful park it in the mud... 😆

[@mostlymotorbikes]

The lengths I go to for you lot 😂

[@michaeldobson8859]

Fairing is too small to be effective in weather. Its more of a styling exercise. Same with the wing things, just a gimmick and Guzzi is not one for putting out Gimmicks. The styling is good except for the rear fender, thats a piece of ugly. Tester is not really being objective, so I don’t put much weight on his evaluation which is mushy at best.

[@mostlymotorbikes]

I’m not a tester I’m a random idiot giving an opinion. That’s the point of my channel. Take from it what you will.

[@timothybrockbank7474]

Stunning machine 🏍️

[@mostlymotorbikes]

Agree mate. It’s lovely ☺️