In The Loop | Episode 36 - 2023 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition

In this episode I take our 2023 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition on our test ride route in Columbus, Ohio, USA.
This motorcycle, along with many other vintage motorcycles and new Royal Enfields and Moto Guzzis is for sale in our shop, Throttle Company Vintage Motorcycles.
If you are in Columbus, Ohio, come say hi and see our bikes.
Throttle Company Vintage Motorcycles
1130 W Mound St
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[@jfro5867]

Great ride out 👍 you clearly get what the Guzzi is about and not just going by the spec sheet, it’s all about how they make us feel.

[@motoshark5847]

The Arrow pipes are amazing! But man the red springs gotta go! Lol.

[@Lord_Verminaard]

Oh wow. I really want one! If I can make it work financially, I will be giving you guys a call!

[@55ablebof]

Hope you managed to get one and are delighted with it.

[@vieuxmotardquejamais2208]

It is always a pleasure to find someone who gives them Moto Guzzi true credit. I own and ride a V11 Le Mans from 2004 and I can't get enough of it. I wish Throttle C. was in Texas; we are lacking a true Guzzi enthusiast dealer here, in H'town! Actually, I asked a family owned dealer if he could represent Guzzi; they humored my request but told me Piaggio said only if you also take Aprilia. How could you get around this requirement at Throttle C.?

[@elisabattle8456]

As far as Italian bikes, I have owned a ducati 860, moto morini 500 camel, laverda 3cl 1000, cagiva 650, and currently have a 1989 Moto Guzzi Mille GT 1000 and a 2013 Moto Guzzi Stone 750. Have owned several German bikes to include BMW and Zundaps. Grew up with British bikes--meaning Triumph and BSA. Have never been interested in Harley. Owned several Suzuki's to include 2-stroke models, the water-cooled two-stroke 750 and the Wankel rotary 750. Have been riding motorcycles for over 50 years and the Moto Guzzis have been my favorite above all the rest. Quirky, reliable, tractor-like in that the Japanese "refinement" is not there--but if you love just being connected to machinery and sound--Moto Guzzi!--mike battle

[@davecast3953]

I agree. The best looking V7.

[@walterkiebart9728]

I own a 2016 V 7 Special and oh boy I really love it soooo much.

[@DallasBurgher]

Love MG V7 but I am tired of seeing black motorcycles. The silver and green special was my favorite.

[@germanium1872]

This is my next motorcycle pretty soon.

[@johnhall4445]

Nice! Thanks!

[@pwokaren]

What a great review. Really got to understand what Guzzi is all about. 🔥

[@robbyclark6915]

I’m looking at every bike imaginable to go with my ‘21 Low Rider S, from adv bikes, to naked bikes, to bonnevilles, to another Harley, but I just keep coming back to this V7 by Moto Guzzi. It doesn’t have the specs of the other bikes I’m looking at, but it just looks fabulous! I love the engine! This black special edition is absolutely stunning! I saw that it has a little more hp and torque but wondered if it was noticeable? Judging from the reaction of our rider here, it is.

[@lloydsnapp8735]

1st Guzzi @ age 25 - 73 Eldo Civillian w 1000 jugs-pistons wixoms & boards front rear crash bars 2nd Guzzi 84 1000 California dressed 3rd Guzzi 86 Convert 1000 dressed 4th Guzzi another 73 Civillian dressed & still own now & be 68 in 2mos love my vintage rides & nothing compares but glad to see Guzzi V7 Stone Special even with the updates maintain somewhat its early transverse twin bones !!!!

[@davidgallop484]

The bikes looks great and ride like Honda c/x. 500 with the rock to the right when power is put on ! Magic paint work, timeless looks.

[@throttlecompany]

The Honda looks and rides like a Moto Guzzi.

[@brianharradine8130]

Now what would have been a great tribute to the history of the V7 and particularly the first raced V7 “Telaio Rosso” (red frame) models would have a red frame on this V7 Stone Special

[@Deetroiter]

It would sell like hot cakes if they brought back the red frame and that lime green tank. They’d have people begging since they’d be so out of stock

[@degutube]

Great review and loved that you captured some of the exhaust note. Nice looking bike but I think the Special would be my ultimate choice just due to the dual gauge and spoke wheels.

[@Skuglyft]

Need a V7, tired of the refined Japanese rides I’ve had!

[@Deetroiter]

Only thing they could have done better was add a second clock (gauge) to the cluster. Otherwise, gorgeous bike as usual from the Italians!

[@DimaGT]

Trying talk my self out it. Really nice ride.

[@throttlecompany]

Me too!

[@jimmarshall807]

Not 100% sure about the red shock springs, otherwise a fantastic looking bike

[@DallasBurgher]

If only I had the money!

[@neetones]

I bought a '22 V7 Centenario and it only has 160 miles on it. It's now in the shop because a sensor failed and the CEL came on and it overheats and won't start. CHARACTER! : )

[@svaralen]

A really really beautiful bike!!! Do you think it is beginner friendly for smooth rides!? Excellent review ✌️

[@allans7281]

Fun video- i like listening to you!! Nice bike I have ridden that exact one. Comfy. Feels like a Ferrari -snarls and hisses. Thrilling to ride!! However I would take a Bonneville T 100 all day long. Sorry it’s a British thang😉

[@scottcalhoun5524]

I think the T100 is boring in comparison.

[@ernestsimone577]

It does not have rider modes , you can change the traction modes only.The taillight is not smaller , its the same as on my 2021 V7 Special. on videos from England some of the new V7s have a smaller taillight. Seems they have 2 different size taillights. When you take your test rides wish you would go on more country type roads , so you could concentrate on the handling , and compare it to other similar bikes. But keep your focus on the bike your riding. Love that your a Guzzi dealer, I have a 2023 V7 Special Edition on order, and i will be keeping my V7 Special as well . The ride and the experience of Moto Guzzi is something more riders should understand. Keep up the great work and word of MG.

[@throttlecompany]

*you’re

[@jeannolin1681]

What about confort for the passenger? … and adding the HB sissy bar?

[@scottcalhoun5524]

Just bought a V7 Stone, didn’t know this version existed, I would’ve gone for the Special Edition!

[@hugodacosta]

Just install aftermarket exhaust (Mistral or Agostini( and you'll get e batter result.

[@scottcalhoun5524]

@@hugodacosta Just ordered Agos, and already added bar end mirrors.

[@3rdRockRider]

Do the bar ends vibrate more than the mirrors on the V7 or Special? Do they rotate often, requiring frequent readjustment?

[@punkrockdidi]

I was in doubt to buy this or the "normal" special and finally went with the Bleu special because of the dual gauges,spoked rims and normal headlight.Biggest downside is I want to black out everything chrome 😅

[@Rabidus289]

Agreed, i really like the stone but wish it was offered with dual anaologue gauges.

[@jeffloucks2120]

@@Rabidus289 And spoked wheels. :)

[@djeejah]

surprising to hear that not many people heard of moto guzzi, thinking of the California and the Le Mans which are myth on their own

[@tgs8459]

Hello! I really liked your video. I have a question for you, is it possible to service MG without having a dealer, it's just that these are so unique and distinctive bikes that I just don't see an alternative to them? For more than a hundred years, bikes have been produced at the same factory, almost manually, who can "brag" about it now. Thanks!

[@axoliminator]

does anybody know what the 'rattling' sound is? it's most notable at 3:50 to 4:00 (but you still hear it after he closes his visor). I just bought one and i assume the sound is normal because i hear it in alot of videos but i'm curious as to what it is

[@coolshek]

Yay 1st

[@cowboygeologist7772]

I am stuck between this and the '22 Royal Enfield one the looks like it's from WW1

[@Cibotx]

Thanks for the demo! Would you say it complements a v85tt or are they too similar engine and drive train wise? In other words does a v85tt rider needs the v7 se? 😅

[@throttlecompany]

I think they would be great together. The V85 is your long distance bike with cruise control and luggage. The V7 becomes your city bike or back road twisties. The bikes characters are different enough that it wouldn’t matter that they share a drivetrain. Makes it easy to stock spares!

[@adventuristnw2321]

Do the Arrows have a DB killer installed that can be removed to let that engine sing?

[@jfro5867]

No but they sound lovely. I have a UK bike so presume they will be the same as yours in the US.

[@adventuristnw2321]

@@jfro5867 is larger part under what looks like a heat shield hide a cat or is it truely a heat shield. What you can hear of the bike from the bike does indeed sound lovely!

[@jfro5867]

@@adventuristnw2321 yes the heat shield does cover the ‘cat’. I have removed the LHS exhaust to take a quick look inside and the cat is made from a high quality and very fine honeycomb, it’s not restrictive, the exhaust is very light and very well made. The cat to end can is all welded together in one piece, it is very high quality. Just FYI I have seen both Mistral & Agostini exhausts and it’s equal if not better made that those (IMHO). Sound is subjective but it’s got a lovely deep tone and I have no plans whatsoever to mess with it. Hope that helps.

[@adventuristnw2321]

@@jfro5867 very helpful. Thank you!

[@sublimekid247]

i THINK you can undo a couple allen heads on the cone and take the packing out of the pipe and bolt the pipe back together. I am in the process on buying one of these trading my 07 Griso for it (if I get another Griso def going for the 1200SE the erogonomics felt more comfortable to me)

[@hugodacosta]

Correction: the best looking one is Centenario colour paint one. Swap the factory exhaust for some Mistral and it will kick that Special Edition version ass.

[@shanedouglas6971]

Neutral….i slide by all the time…sort of bypass it ..down and up!

[@DimitriLeeBX]

Do you feel more vibrations through the handlebars with the bar end mirrors?

[@throttlecompany]

I have never been bothered by the vibrations on a modern motorcycle. Maybe you are gripping the bars too tight?

[@DimitriLeeBX]

@@throttlecompany I dont have any issues with vibrations on my V7 but I'm thinking about ordering the bar end mirrors but was told by several people it would cause issues with vibrations. Thx

[@throttlecompany]

I can’t think of why that would be. Sure you replace the weights but the mirrors have some weight to them. It’s not something I would even consider.

[@jfro5867]

@@DimitriLeeBX Makes no difference whatsoever that I can tell. Just get them and enjoy. I have them on my V7.

[@robcutter9792]

Wish they had a dealer in Kansas City 😁

[@throttlecompany]

You’re in luck! Harper’s Moto Guzzi is just outside of KC in Greenwood, MO

[@robcutter9792]

@@throttlecompany I talked to Harpers today and they only do service on certain models. I know the Moto Guzzi website still has them as a dealer. He told me they haven’t sold the brand in 10 years. The good news is he works on the V7s 😀

[@rickyricardo9918]

Exhaust mufflers need time to break-in to clear stuff out? Are you making this up?

[@throttlecompany]

Exhausts sound louder with use. I am basing this on my experience seeing motorcycles when they are brand new and throughout their service life. The same motorcycle with zero miles is much quieter than one with 20k miles. I’m sure the individual components which provide the sound dampening are less effective over time.

[@rickyricardo9918]

@@throttlecompany Thanks for clearing that up, makes sense how you esplain it here.

[@jacob14163]

Strange comparison, but how does a v7 compare to riding a 70s cb750? I daily the cb750 and really want a v7, will probably get an older one (750 size).

[@jfro5867]

Doesn’t. I’ve had both the 750 & 850 V7 and owned two 1970’s 750 Suzuki’s. The performance is not as strong on the Guzzi but they are very torquey and relaxing to ride, but not fast. If you know you can chill the Guzzi’s are amazing, handle well, comfortable, decent brakes and sound lovely. If you can get the 850 it’s a nicer ride IMHO that extra poke makes a big difference. The riding position will feel very weird at first but you soon get used to it.

[@Clover00110011]

is it possible to remove db killers?

[@jfro5867]

No, fully welded in (in Uk anyway). It’s got a very nice tone, deep thud. Does not need to be louder IMO. You might feel different.

[@JayPatel101]

Is the ride height around the same as Enfield INT650?

[@throttlecompany]

I would say the V7 feels lower, easy to put your feet down flat.

[@hugodacosta]

12:36 it's a Guzzi, get used to it :)

[@mrsmith697]

Nope the V7 special is looking nicer..dual clocks crome exhaust.crome wheels..but for a stone it's looking good

[@anthonybluhm4724]

Exausts don't get louder with age. At least not on a scale anyone would recognize. They don't break in. They are what they are.

[@throttlecompany]

They absolutely do. Lucky for me I can compare stock bikes with many miles to brand new ones and hear the obvious difference. You have no idea what you are talking about. Why would you even take the time to comment this?

[@larisaidis]

It's sounds like a sewing machine even with the Arrow exhausts. Shame to Moto Guzzi that does NOT produce the 850 Le Mans again....

[@lesjones7617]

Love the look of that but wood so prefer 2 clocks!

[@sublimekid247]

the v7 850 special comes with 2 analog clocks. same exact bike just different paint scheme and gauges