2021 V7 850 Special: Why did I choose Moto Guzzi?

[@dreamreaver23]

The weather is nice for the next couple days, so I plan on going for some more rides. What kind of questions do you want me to answer on my next motovlog? Reply to this comment so I can see it.

[@mrsilbo6499]

If you're canyon carving, how do the brakes & suspension hold up, as this is not a particularly sporty bike! And would it benefit from a flyscreen, assuming this won't spoil the aesthetics?

[@smirnaft]

Does it come with the Bluetooth smartphone platform as standard?

[@mk-zj6bk]

Wind protection utilizing a small windshield

[@bertito43]

2up riding comfort please

[@dreamreaver23]

Wife says it is comfy. Thumbs up

[@Thunder_Bear_mg]

As a former owner of a moto guzzi v7 III carbon shine, I can attest it's a great bike. However, at some point I got it in my head that maybe there was a better bike for me. I saw triumph's new bike the triumph trident at the end of 2020. I was enticed by the tridents price, specs and looks. I preordered the trident and I traded-in my v7 III for it. After riding the Trident for a few months, I realized I missed the power delivery and feel of the v7 III. So then I traded-in the trident for a new triumph street twin figuring it would deliver what I was looking for. I was wrong; even though the street twin does have torque down low, a relaxed riding position and retro styling similar to v7 III, it didn't give me the same visceral feeling and enjoyment that the v7 III did. I also missed that whopping 5.5 gallon gas tank. Anyways, I am now in the process of selling the street twin and purchasing another v7 III carbon shine.

[@dreamreaver23]

I absolutely understand that.

[@erevos1986]

I was going to sell my V7 classic to get a Yamaha Tracer 900… Thank god I test rode the Yamaha and kept the V7!

[@MrMatiew48]

Thank you very much... I'm hesitating between the street twin and the v7 3 or 850... I think your comment will eventually make up my mind... Thank you

[@akiuliano]

After being off a bike for almost 30 years, just picked up a V7 stone and couldn’t be more pleased. It’s as if I never stopped riding. Bike is super nimble and a pure joy. Been doing a lot of cone practice with it and the handling is super. Awesome on the road and a work of art. Heads turn when they see it. Thx for the video.

[@dreamreaver23]

glad you liked the video, and so glad that you got a Guzzi, they are such wonderful bikes. Ride Safe

[@elisabattle8456]

Currently own a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 cc that I have had for 20 years. Once took me 120 miles on one cylinder at highway speed when one spark plug wire crapped out on a Sunday morning with no shops open. At almost 70 years old it has gotten too heavy to maneuver in and out of situations. Purchased a 2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone at more than 100 pounds less wet weight. Absolutely love it. Will stay with Moto Guzzi for the rest of my riding life. I have owned BMW, Laverda, Ducati, Moto Morini, Triumph, BSA, Zundapp, Indian, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Cagiva and loved them all for different reasons, but the fact that I can physically handle the weight of a bike that will cruise (illegally) at 85-90 mph for as long as I need, looks good, is reliable and affordable and unique, why shop anywhere else?- -Mike Battle

[@dreamreaver23]

I agree completely 100% buddy. this is my first Guzzi, but i have been really eye balling them for years before i got this one, and i love it so much. it is truly a smiles per mile bike.

[@Lovndabeats]

After doing a test drive 3 days ago for 2 hours, I can safely say that this is the bike I want. Moto guzzi v7 850 Special Can't wait to be able to buy it, this year for sure! Thank you 🙏🏼

[@dreamreaver23]

Nice one! i was at the shop the other day for annual maintenance and saw some of the newer models and the color schemes on them, love them.

[@spydie]

My Kawasaki W800 has the dual analog gauges and I love it, but I'm going for the new modern digital V7 and I love the DRL "wing" on the headlight. It's a hard compromise on windshields. Putting a small windshield on does take the wind off your chest and reduces the wind fatigue of having to death-grip the handlebars while fighting the wind for hours, but it does put more buffeting on the helmet, but a taller windshield will eliminate the buffeting on the helmet but not everyone likes the tall windshield.

[@dreamreaver23]

For the windshield I was looking at going with a dart classic. Which is a bit taller than the shortest one

[@Thomas63r2]

The secret to Moto Guzzi: can be easily maintained by anyone, the low horsepower means it is under stressed = reliable long life.

[@dadmadforgot4050]

Those big empty straight roads... can really see why cruisers are so popular in the states.

[@dreamreaver23]

Yeah

[@markfortin8286]

I prefer the Special, but the Stone Centenario is growing on me. I'm going to try to line up a test ride sometime in the near future, but I'm afraid I know how that's going to end--a new Guzzi in the garage!

[@dreamreaver23]

Lol, true

[@williamrae9954]

Glad I live in Scotland, best roads/scenery on the planet

[@vanlarson9213]

Just wondering why your pushing the bike on your break in? 80-85 mph

[@dreamreaver23]

Simply put, I don't really subscribe to the "pamper the bike during the break in period" logic. That's all.

[@mariuszuk79]

@@dreamreaver23 please don't be surprised if it starts drinking oil :) Don't blame it on Guzzi

[@dreamreaver23]

If it does , no blame will be spread, nothing but respect for Guzzi.

[@bbumble4117]

We are of one mind when it comes to the reasons for choosing the v7: practicality (200+ mile tank range, shaft drive, ABS); style; heritage; plenty of usable power and torque; no excessively complex, fragile electronics; the symmetry and classic looks of twin analogue clocks; and very comfortable. It is a bike for riding and enjoying in the real world. It scores highest on the most important measure: smiles per miles. I have fitted Hepco and Becker panniers, Halcyon bar end mirrors, centre stand and crash bars.

[@dreamreaver23]

I would like to do bar end mirrors, and i also would like to do the motor crash guard.

[@bbumble4117]

@@dreamreaver23 I struggled to find bar end mirrors because of the welded-in threaded plug for the bar end weights. Most bar ends need hollow bars. That is why I went for the the Halcyon mirrors - see classicpartsltd.com/classic-motorcycle-products/classic-motorcycle-mirrors/halcyon-bar-end-mirrors.html - with the optional 2017+ Triumph T120 fitting with M6 bolt. I also bought from Ebay an M16 spacer with 20 mm outside diameters to cover the 5 mm projection of the bar end weight plug - see www.ebay.co.uk/itm/293494409195?var=592297644229 I don’t know whether these are available in the US. Good luck!

[@robertbandusky9565]

I’m on my second Moto Guzzi and both have been great and fit me correctly 👨‍✈️

[@domeniccappellajr4092]

any problem with overheating in traffic or shifting ?

[@dreamreaver23]

none that i have ever experienced. neutral can be a pain to find sometimes, but that's about it.

[@robertbandusky9565]

Great ride! Great audio. MPG please👨‍✈️

[@samchisolm8713]

Well done.

[@dreamreaver23]

much appreciated

[@dehnpeterson5650]

Thank you for your logical decision making, real world feedback and enjoyable videos! I am seriously considering this exact bike in 2022 as it is "drop dead gorgeous" and has ABS (my low skill need!) I am a prior owner of two VERY special Moto Guzzis that to this day I regret letting go of! (1991 California III w/ the big valve Lemans Motor (very rare & very fast!) and a 2004 V11 Lemans Sport). I am still around today because I acknowledged to myself that my riding skill level was just not up to my ever increasing need/desire to push the envelope and ultimately would not keep me off the pavement and/or out of Jail! Fast Cars have just do not fill the motorcycle void and I now MUST get back on a higher tech Guzzi and now enjoy laying back and enjoy the road again. So, I think this bike may be the ticket!

[@dreamreaver23]

thank you for the lovely comment. I took my guzzi out yesterday, not a long ride, only about 40 - 50 miles, just getting it back out after the CO winter, we are not totally out of the woods yet on cold weather, but it was amazing. Love this bike, I will be getting some more riding videos up when i start to get some more rides in. gotta get some before the fire season starts up. i lost about 6 weeks last year due to some terrible fires here in colorado. I have asthma, and couldn't go outside in them for more than a couple minutes without triggering. but this year i have some longer rides planned with my wife. SO EXCITED!

[@dehnpeterson5650]

@@dreamreaver23 Enjoy the rides and happy for you that your wife enjoys riding too as that is generally not the norm. Stay well and Travel Safe!

[@DavidRHill23]

Love the bike and I think you bought it for all the right reasons. The only thing that was a little 'fingernails on a blackboard' for me was that running in your beautiful new (250 mile) bike by going down the interstate is a terrible way to run it in. The main issue is that on an interstate you will be using constant throttle for long periods which is one of the no-no's for break-in. Best practice is to use a variety of speeds/revs and avoid lugging (too slow) and thrashing (too fast). Obviously any such advice is a little late now but just an FYI. Great job on the Mistrals BTW

[@tpv59]

YES, I 100% AGREE. He is breaking it in INCORRECTLY. BAD MISTAKE. VERY BAD. I am SPEECHLESS actually.

[@travelinben1966]

One of the most beautiful bikes I've ever seen.Guzzi has a knack for that.👍👍

[@dreamreaver23]

True. Guzzis are gorgeous

[@markmcintosh7095]

I have a 2020 v7 and a v85tt. They are great bikes and very fun to ride. Congrats on your new bike.

[@stanleylawson9015]

Great information keep it coming

[@dreamreaver23]

Thanks, will do!

[@spydie]

what's the break-in procedure for this bike and when is the first oil change due?

[@dreamreaver23]

Breaking procedure is pretty standard for every bike, I just generally choose not to follow them as strict as the manufacturer would want you to. A lot of people give me crap for that, but even the head mechanic at the dealership told me generally the same thing is the way I think right it like it's your bike just try not to stay in one gear for too long. Which is why when on highway rides on these before I finish my break in I would go through and switch between 5th and 6th gear to kind of change up the RPMs. As for the first oil change mine I did at 650 but in the manual it actually says 900 miles

[@kivriel2660]

Great review! The way you talked us through kept me listening to the end. It`s a really beatiful bike!

[@dreamreaver23]

Glad you liked it! thank you very much

[@bankamarvin2269]

If I had a Guzzi dealer nearby I'd be riding one now.

[@jamesbridgman5223]

Another great video, thank you. One of the things that I like about MG's having owned 2 over the years (I'm old and have been riding since the 70's) is the ease of owner maintenance and service. I like to do my own wrenching and these bikes are very easy to work on. You don't have to disassemble half of the bike to service it. Spark plugs, valve checks/adjustments are right in the open with lock nuts. No buckets and shims to deal with. Oil filter in the engine case so it's protected, instead of sticking out the front of the bike right behind the front tire. Low maintenance shaft drive, just change the gear oil per the manual. MG's are beautiful machines IMHO. As for the Dart fly screens, Stewart Fillingham has an interesting video about his experience with this and his Triumph. They seem to be hit or miss. Ride safe.

[@dreamreaver23]

agreed completely, the maintenance was one of the things that i was looking at when i was doing my research as well. Thanks for the info i will check out Stewart Fillingham. Ride safe buddy.

[@Mabbsg]

hello, are you recording video by gopro? what about sound, what micro? Thanks bro :)

[@jeremykeller211]

One notes that a majority of the videos that show bikes on the move feature them on roads built for cars. Motorcycling roads are rarely shown. Why is this? One theory: big bikes are very heavy, often well above 400 lbs. Weight is detrimental to handling, so windy roads are no longer appropriate. Too many bikes are now two wheel cars.

[@lesjones7617]

For me it wood be Two Clocks but im old school!

[@northof-62]

The lane positioning in the US is scary to us Europeans. (Stelvio is my steed, not as good looking but rides well too)

[@dreamreaver23]

What do you mean about the lane position?

[@northof-62]

@@dreamreaver23 exactly!

[@dreamreaver23]

Lol, well we a 1 2 3, lane position system for motorcycles. Just depending where traffic is on the roads, I assumed you guys something similar. Yes?

[@northof-62]

@@dreamreaver23 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnjZhaVsbL5_ock

[@dreamreaver23]

that is what you mean, yes, i definitely agree, almost all american drivers, have no idea on how to properly use the lanes on roads and highways. lol

[@simonlangmead7]

It seems commonplace for motorcycle journalists to test a bike for what it isn’t. Its not a sport, adventure,tour, cruiser, or dirt bike. It’s like they get lost without being able to pigeon hole a bike into a category. How about a traditional motorcycle. You could argue a traditional bike is today’s retro bike. Not everyone wants to have either a screaming sport bike they can’t use the power on, or a full boat tour bike, or an off road pretender adventure bike.

[@dreamreaver23]

Very well said.

[@michaeltelemachus5112]

Good choice of bike. Is it wise to be running it in at so high a speed, especially at a constant speed on the highway?

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you, I just got my first service done on the bike on Wednesday. They said no problems, no excessive wear on any of the valves, or pistons, and no metal flakes in the oil. Clean bill of health.

[@michaeltelemachus5112]

@@dreamreaver23 Poor running in tends to show up later on as a rule.

[@dreamreaver23]

Ok. Well I guess we will see if anything happens later. If I go off of all the tests that independent parts manufacturers and bike enthusiast have conducted, then there should be no problems, outside of the normal wear and tear of the bike. 40 years ago I would agree with your statement, due to inconsistencies in manufacturing practices. However with modern quality control standards and testing, not only done by the manufacturer but also the EU, I see it as being something immediately causing a problem, and not something that might show up later, after another 15 or 20,000 miles are put on the bike. Just my thoughts, I don't want any of this to be read as mean or snippy. Just a simple well intentioned statement on my views of the subject. I truly do appreciate you taking the time to comment on the video, and look forward to hearing from you in the future. Ride Happy!

[@michaeltelemachus5112]

@@dreamreaver23 Hope you are right. I wish you well and hope to see more vids of you and the bike.

[@thegnosianjournals1350]

This is an interesting video. This is almost exactly my story. I wanted some classic it for long distance. I too was up in the air between the triumph and Guzzi. I was going to get a V7III 2020 at a local dealer and was about to put a down on one. Decided to do some more research and there pops up the 2021 Special. Once I read up on it I was sold. The 850 and gas take got me aside from other things. You are pretty much say my story. I got hooked on guzzi when I did a European solo tour on a 1986 Moto guzzi that I bought for 1500. Ever since I knew I was hooked and the history. I’ll be doing videos on my Guzzi too since I’m with you on how there needs to be more interest on the historic bikes. Also, I got a lot of slack for choosing a Guzzi over a BMW and Triumph. I still want a BMW scrambler in the future but I might stay with Guzzi and get a their scrambler. Keep up the great work!

[@Justaguyinnc]

I see you mention your height..but some people have short legs and a long torso and visa versa.. what is your inseam? I sat on a lot of bikes thru the years, that have stats as high seat , yet they compress a few inches with the weight of the rider.. also the rear can be adjusted to get flat footed without to much of a soft feel.. it is a great looking retro style.. but I am not 5'10.. they didn't look like a tall bike.. now I wonder if I should even go find a MotoGuzzi dealer..lol..

[@dreamreaver23]

Good point, for reference I have a 30 in inseam

[@bernisteinbach4835]

Love the bike and your commentary, Would like to know which brand jacket you wear. I like the style!

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you so much. The Jacket is an Icon Contra 2 Perforated Leather Jacket. www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/icon-contra-2-leather-perforated-jacket?sku_id=1804748

[@bernisteinbach4835]

@@dreamreaver23 I appreciate your prompt reply and the link! Keep up the good work! I subscribed yesterday when I first discovered your vlog.

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you. I will be getting more vlogs and stuff up soon. Weather has been very wet here in Colorado. 4 days straight of rain, and then this coming Saturday thru Tuesday is supposed to be rain and snow again. Yay

[@raynetorrin]

"That interspecies erotica Fuck-0" Sorry that was perfect

[@dreamreaver23]

Lol, random movie quotes always run through my head

[@genegoodwin8925]

As far as your hour long video, I wouldn't even watch it. I usually watch videos that are between eight to 25 minutes long. I also like the V7 Special better than the stone and the Speciall has just the right amount of chrome. My best freind just bought a blue V7 Special like yours two weeks ago. I would buy one today, blue or silver, doesn't matter to me but due to my wife's health issues we had to go to a trike a few years ago. She always rides with me and we've went over 300,000 miles in 20 years. (I've been riding since 1964) My wife has battled cancer eight times, had 12 surgeries in ten years, maxed out on chemo, radiation, and Cyber Knife treatments. She is currently on immunotheroay treatments and will be every 28 days for the rest of her life. When the cancer in her brain cause seizures we thought if she had a seizure on my two wheeled motorcycle it might cause an accident injuring both of us and possibly others. That's when we went to a trike. On a trike we feel I should be able to pull over and tend to her needs. We started dating in 1970. I like to tell people she was only 14. But the truth is she turned 15 a week later. We married one week after her high school graduation. Had two sons, which both had brain cancer (Glioblastoma). Our youngest died at 23. Our eldest survived but had a crippling srtroke at 38 and can no longer ride. Life is a bed of roses.... but look out for the thorns. Ride safe and enjoy every journey.

[@reneroozendaal5493]

Hi this is a message from René ( I live in the netherlamds) . I am a proud owner of a v7 café ( 2009) . My question for you is why do you rev the bike so hard ? You are still breaking it in ..........Thank you for sharing you"re beautiful bike with us!

[@dreamreaver23]

Hello René, I get asked this a lot, and the simple answer is that, there is no study, with documentation or replicable results, that show Breaking in a modern bike per the manufacturers recommended break in process has any different outcome than riding the bike how you regularly would if it were not in the break in period. for one of the most recent tests done with a full inspection of all parts involved during break in, you can check out this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rqHSmJ-lq96slZo&ab_channel=MotorcyclistMagazine . Even My Moto Guzzi Mechanic, said the same thing, "Ride it like it's your bike, Don't baby it, and don't stay at the same RPM for too long." so I try not to red line it, or maintain the same rpm, but other than that, i just ride it like i would any other bike. Also, if anything were to go wrong with it, I would rather it happen within the first month of me owning the bike, and then after the warranties up

[@reneroozendaal5493]

Ok, thanks very much for your respond, enjoy the bike!

[@dreamreaver23]

@@reneroozendaal5493 Thanks buddy, have a good day

[@billycaspersghost7528]

I have the V7III and love it so much I can`t bring myself to cheat on her with a younger model. For the back roads I ride it is the most enjoyable ,engaging and inexplicably charming bike I have ever owned. Strangers approach us outside Pubs and pretend they want to talk to me ,but I see them looking at her. I know it`s her they want !! Maybe if I could sneak a V85tt motor into her she`d be ok with it .. a bit like enhancement rather than replacement. I don`t know .. thank god she can`t read English.

[@dreamreaver23]

Lol

[@blondiejoe]

I have a 2017 Stone and I'm just watching this for fun... I absolutely love mine and I totally agree about the headlights. I would like an LED setup for the brightness, but I much prefer the classic look of mine to the new eagle one.

[@dreamreaver23]

Nice

[@aaron.hudacky]

I have an 18 V7III Special. I installed an LED bulb, and now have much brighter lighting but stock appearance. The stock headlight made riding at night on backroads unpleasant, and the LED resolved that. I really like the stock appearance.

[@jsirkerp]

You picked the most elegant classic bike. The only other one I would have considered is the Honda CB1100, but it is heavier, more expensive, so you made the perfect choice!

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you

[@thesmoker4027]

I have two bike in my mind. This one and the triumph speed twin. One is a 1200cc, has a shitton of torque and 100 HP, is a good looking bike and is a twin cylinder. The other is more comfortable, beautiful as the paradise and is a motherfu**ing moto guzzi!. Damn I would really love a moto guzzi v7 1200

[@dreamreaver23]

You and me both brother, you and me both. I test ride the speed twin 2020, it was a literal pain on the backside 10 minutes into the ride. Between that and the smaller fuel tank, that deterred me away from it.

[@thesmoker4027]

@@dreamreaver23 they had a wonderful 1200. I onwed one of them ( my father had a norge 1200 ) it was a wonderful engine and by implementing with the technological advances they made in this 10 years, it could still be a valid engine even with E5 restrictions. Damn that engine was…. 🔥 Why the hell they don t make a big block anymore….

[@dallasburgher6068]

That is what I would buy if I was in the market. Best looking standard going.

[@pkquick2009]

Would love to see you give it a basic Service sometime in the future. What effect would removing the Catalytic Converters have ?

[@dreamreaver23]

That might be a while on theservice. I prepaid for the first six services thru my dealership. Lol. I'm interested to see how the removal of the cat affects the bike as well. I will find out when I get my Mistral exhaust in. I will definitely post a comparison video.

[@pkquick2009]

@@dreamreaver23 I tried to prepay for Servicing here in Australia too, but that option wasn’t available. Great quality with your Videos by the way.

[@kennethhancock2433]

Put a Matris suspension on it. Better investment than the Mistrals. They build the shocks for your weight. You’ll love it even more. No “ouch” in your butt on those potholes.

[@dreamreaver23]

i'll have to look into those

[@kennethhancock2433]

@@dreamreaver23 wait until they go on sale. 😀

[@bernibeckmann9753]

Coil or foam? King or Queen? Twin? Need specs.

[@kennethhancock2433]

Matris makes a coil rear and a coil with external cartridge in chrome or black springs. When ordering state application and riders weight. I put the basic springs on my California 1400 due to both the additional expense of the more adjustable external cartridge type and the fact I can’t use them with the factory bags. I also purchased the full-front fork kit. It was an expensive upgrade but worth it for the 1400. I purchased my set during a 20% off sale. It took about eight weeks for everything to arrive.

[@Batinhas]

Great feedback! I have a V7 III carbon and considering trading for this special. Did you ride a V7 III with the 744 cc engine?

[@dreamreaver23]

That sounds right, it was a 2020 V7 III stone

[@_JimS]

Do they offer this with cruise control? I'm looking for a lighter than my current bike for around town and one day trips to the mountains here in NC. I'm keeping my old '02 BMW K1200RS for long hauls. I started watching Stuart Fillingham's KZbin channel and he's a Brit who has several Royal Enfields and rides through the towns and countryside and narrates while you watch his ride. He had a great philosophy on purchasing a bike and he suggested to just get what you want and adjust your style to the bike instead of forcing the bike to be something it's not.....and I agree with him totally. Check his channel out because he's a great guy that doesn't push anything on anyone, he's just laid back and also has fantastic music. Congrats on the "Special" stay safe.

[@retiredcraneop]

How tall are you? I am 66 years old and 6'3" tall. I am curious how much leg room you have, and how does it take bumps on the road. I had a V9 Roamer and it was a teeth chatterer.

[@dreamreaver23]

I'm right at 5'10", it takes bumps about as good as any other bike that I've ridden, I'm still messing around with the pre-adjustment settings to see if I can find one right for me.

[@bernibeckmann9753]

You want it because you want it more than other bikes and history. Check. Nothing about shaft, easy valve adjustments and servicing, the benefits of air cooling and single throttle bodies etc etc? Cool. I'm here because I want a simple motorcycle with shaft drive. BMW R9T was my first choice but is tuned for power and requires premium fuel.No good. Reading thru my MC classics magazines I find this Moto Guzzi easily on par with a 1975 Norton Commando and in fact rather than thinking of the wheezy front brake and spindly 40mm fork, the MG kit is a massive upgrade.

[@dreamreaver23]

also wanting it because shaft drive, check, easy valve adjustments and maintenance, check, all of the other stuff, check, check, check. It was just a little harder for me to think on the road, or remember what i had already mentioned. There were quite a few gaps that i edited out of this video, due to drivers and rocks off of tractor trailers. lol But yes, all really great points that add to my love of the The Moto Guzzi Line, and especially to this bike.

[@Mark-ou8nu]

Kawasaki makes the W800, which is more like the old V7 as a real retro. And they make a Z900RS which is a detuned beast in a costume.

[@rabbidbabies4094]

Does the bike feel bigger compared to the v7iii? I really would like to try one but they’re taking so long to get to the dealer I might end up getting a T120..

[@dreamreaver23]

hmm, hard to say. I don't know about bigger, just a little different. from the feel of sitting on it that is. obviously you definitely notice a difference between the power, and the clutch feel. but size wise, they feel similar. also, it has been about 7 months since i last sat on a v7iii.

[@DracolegacyOfficial]

careful dream, your subscriber count might spike again then you'll be stuck as a motovlogger. but seriously, good to see content from you again buddy.

[@dreamreaver23]

lol, true.

[@smirnaft]

On the V9 you Just reuse the heat shield. I’m not sure, but I guess it’s the same with the V7. The polished finish of the Mistrals doesn’t quite match the chrome of the header pipes. But they sure sound nice. Good luck with your gorgeous motorbike.

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you sir for that information, I emailed them today to ask when my order would ship. They said they should get the stock in next week and it should ship then so I should have my exhaust in about 2 weeks

[@shad0wcat24]

looking forward to a review after several thousands of miles on it.

[@bikerbeliever8169]

Your line of thinking sounds exactly like what I went through. Was about to get a v7 iii copper bronze one then new one came out. I didnt end up getting one (yet) though because a deal popped up on husqvarna svartpilen 701 that was unbelievably low and couldn't pass it up. But still may end up getting me the 850 v7 in the future unless something else pops up new and better. I'll just want the stone version though. Like the new modern take on it and enjoy the led dash reminds me of the 80s. The special is definitely good looking bike though as well with its own take on the model. Also your mic sounds great especially at 80 plus mph. Are you recording directly through the gopro with the mic adapter? I may start posting vids in the future.

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you, I'm using the GoPro hero 9, with the media mod, and then I have my microphone plugged into the media mod

[@stevetaylor8698]

During the running in period, you should avoid riding at constant speeds. Ideally, drive relatively gently at various engine speeds.

[@tpv59]

(He OBVIOUSLY does NOT know)

[@Foggy9520]

Enjoyed your video and report ... congrats on a great bike! I've been riding Guzzi's since the 1970's and currently have a V7III Special, which I love. I also own a 2020 Royal Enfield Continental GT650 - cool little cafe racer, but a little tiring on longer rides. I am quite sure I will be trading both of these bikes (the GT is on ebay right now) ... on a V7 850 .... I need to get down to one bike and the enhanced power and torque of the 850 has won me over. My question ... you mention that you are considering Mistral mufflers in polished SS, that is what I have one my V7III (they're fantastic!) ... but I cannot find a source for them for the new 850. Where are you finding any info on them? Possibly my V7III Mistrals may fit ... but the stock exhaust look quite different between the V7III and the 850! Thanks and enjoy that Guzzi and keep up the excellent video work!

[@dreamreaver23]

www.mistralspecialparts.it/en/product/short-exhausts-v7-850-euro5/#next here is the link to the mistral exhaust. glad you enjoyed the Video

[@markfortin8286]

I've had the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 for two years, and I'm looking at selling it this summer and getting something else. I had a leaking fork seal at 700 miles, and at just over 3000 I've got a small oil leak that I have to run down. It's still under warranty, but the dealership always tells me the same thing: "we can't get parts." While I don't mind finding my own parts and doing the work myself, it becomes a little frustrating. Also, the aftermarket hasn't really come to the US, so you've got to have everything shipped in from the UK or India, which is an expensive prospect. Great bikes, but their reputation among owners as world-beaters is completely unwarranted, in my opinion.

[@frankpinion4937]

Hope you've run your bike in, otherwise you're over revving it!

[@dreamreaver23]

K...

[@mrsilbo6499]

Bet you can't wait to get onto some twisty roads - those interstates are dead boring!

[@dreamreaver23]

they are a bit boring, however, while i can't wait to get on twisties, i just love riding in general. i find a certain joy in city driving as well as canyon roads.

[@Sinbad683]

Nice! holy crap, you're 5'9 and you're on the balls of your feet? Geez I wonder how I'd fair being 5'5 lol.

[@dreamreaver23]

hmm, My Guzzi Dealership parts guy, was talking about the lack of accessories right now, but some of the parts people are asking about for the bikes, are lowering kits. so i don't know if or when those will come out. My wife is 5'4" and she sat on it. She could only have one foot down and one on the rear brake, she didn't ride it, just sat. I guess i would put it like the people that ride the really tall adv bikes. Somehow they get on and ride them, and they make it work. Ride Safe!

[@Sinbad683]

@@dreamreaver23 Oh nice. yea I ride my ninja like that. Was she able to put her left foot flat on the ground while sitting?

[@nomadpi1]

I have yet to see a video of the MG 850, V7 or Special, being ridden cross-country. I have a '76 1Yamaha 1100 E and have made many 700-1000 miles runs. No one tells me about 10 to 11 hours in the seat. Mixing with semis sucking the bike as they pass, rode hazards (tire treads, sheet metal, etc), heavy winds of Ok, Txs, Kansas, #***# deer, possums, coyots running across the road, but mainly the comfort to ride 10 hours and maintain the alertness of control. Riding a motorcycle across the country is work. You can't view the countryside, or the sky. You must be alert all the time. So, tell me how the bike cruises. I want a quiet, well-runniing bike. I could care less about the exhaust sounds - quite is better. Shaft drive, tubeless tires, wind pressure against you, ???

[@dreamreaver23]

i unfortunately have not had the time to cross country this bike. my longest day in the saddle is about 7 hours. obviously there was some discomfort at the end of the day, but nothing more than you would normally have for sitting down for 7 hours. for now that's all i can really say, do i love my bike, absolutely, are there bikes that are more comfortable, or more power, or more protection from wind on the highways, sure. but this one is mine, and it treats me well. if i do get to ride across a few states in the future, i will let you all know how it went. cheers

[@aaron.hudacky]

I have an 18 V7 III Special. It's slower than the 850, but similar size wise and in overall character. I ride mine 400+ miles between San Diego and Tucson with 36L Givi cases, no windshield, and aftermarket heated grips. I have almost 30,000 miles now, and it's a great commuter and good long distance motorcycle, although at 5'9, I'm pretty cramped between seat and pegs after two hors, and put my feet on the passenger pegs. The factory Dunlops suck... they wobble in rain grooves and feel brittle. I installed Michelin Pilots and they really improved highway stability and last twice as long. Wind at 80 works perfectly for this motorcycle seating position, and other vehicles like semis is absolutely no problem. If you're my height or shorter, it's great all around. The engine is smooth, ergonomics are good, it's easy to work on, it looks and sounds beautiful, is built in Italy, and it's very affordable for what it is.

[@spydie]

I have the new Kawasaki W800 (not W900 you mentioned, which doesn't exist) and it's a great highway bike with a large fuel tank and it gets 66 mpg all the time or about 180 miles before the fuel light comes on. The bevel gear cam drive is the most unique in the business and the shim and bucket is the easiest valve adjustment you can get (the tappet slides out of the way to change the shim) and it's light years ahead of Triumph, but with a Triumph look. It was a 2 year bike as the W650 in 2000-2001 and the new 800 is going to be a two year bike with the 2020 and 2021 (and the price has just increased from MSRP $9199 to $11,200 and has already become a collector's bike), but I'm dealing on a new V7 Centenario right now just because they have captured my imagination. I love the W800 and hope I love the new V7 as much.

[@dreamreaver23]

Right, I mixed up the w800 and the z900. As for power and stuff I haven't looked at the comparison between the w800 and the new V7. I'll have to look into that

[@チベットの犬子さん]

Hello from Japan I'm using AI machine translation, so don't worry if my English is strange. "V7 850" was announced in Japan, but I haven't seen a real car yet. So I'd like to ask you, what happens to this motorcycle seat when it rains? Does rainwater seep into the urethane inside from the stitch? My motorcycle is like that. If it rains the day before, your crotch will get wet even if it's sunny the next day. It is very troublesome, so I use it as an element to choose a motorcycle. Please tell me.

[@dreamreaver23]

Hello. Thank you for your question, I will test the seat to find out, and let you know. こんにちは。ご質問ありがとうございます。座席をテストしてお知らせします。

[@skillfuldabest]

@@dreamreaver23 11 months later what’s the verdict?

[@samchisolm8713]

Well done.

[@dreamreaver23]

Thank you