Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 Ride!! • Boy, Am I Impressed! | TheSmoaks Vlog_1003

[@trip241267]

This is an Italian Lady...treat her gentle and kind....and moreover love it!!! Moto Guzzi è un nostro orgoglio Italiano!!! Ciao!!!

[@asganaway]

This is one of the most under rated motorcycle around

[@umaxen0048]

I always loved the ULTRA rare Centauro. It was a bit pieced together looking, however every time I saw that bike, I knew it was a one of a kind design. This bike? Come on man. How can anyone NOT love it! VMax, I have not forgotten about you...

[@jamesbatten6609]

Just done my first 1000 miles on my V9 bobber ,gona have me a Griso one day ,beautiful bike ,you fall in love with Guzzis ride safe and enjoy from the UK 😀🇬🇧

The magic of these twin engines is that they rev! You can and should go much higher than in a custom V-twin. That's where you see the power in these :)

[@elmoomle4565]

If you keep shifting at just above idle, yeah, it won't feel like 105 hp...REV IT! Nice vid, thanks.

[@ripmax333]

I once rode a 2005 motoguzzi california, i cannot describe the feeling of riding such a bike. It was simply amazing, the feel, sound and character of the bike. They are very simple motorcycles and build to last and super easy to maintain. I wish they still made models like the 2005 California, the new ones are huge, but impressive non the less.

[@SarnDellIsolaPersa]

“Shaking everiwhere” Yes man, Guzzis are alive!!

[@kingsqueak2221]

A design icon that Griso. They had a color combo for a while that was a very dark metallic grey with a shiny metallic deep maroon contrast, one of my favorites ever.

[@warp65]

Love your enthusiasm. They come to life after 5grand.

[@wes9389]

I traded a BMW R69S (remember those) for a GUZZI V7, that, I believe was the first one retailed on the east coast. Best bike I ever had. Was stolen with something over 30,000 miles on it. Fast, always the first one to the top of the mountain.

[@RabidHedgehog]

I am a Guzzi owner myself. Have myself a MGX-21 Flying Fortress. She's a special kind of something. I rode the Griso as well when my local dealer got one and loved it and man, I really thought about the Griso. But I needing touring for my channel to carry gear and such so if my wife joined she would not have to wear the camera bags. But to me this thing was every bit as fast as my Night Rod before despite the "104" HP. It needs to be revved a bit higher and that thing just rockets. The funny thing is, the Flying Fort does that as well, and I have surprised Sportbikes, HDs who thought their Stage III kits were something, and so many others. Thing also has 37 Degree lean angles as well! Sometimes I think the darn thing can beat out my CB1100EX in speed and handling! Glad you enjoyed the Goose, wish you could have picked one of these up besides the Softail Slim.

[@Wedget]

Agree 110%

[@fatguy8067]

That Moto Guzzi is a Cool bike, and You're right and it does sound Awesome. like a Sporty, Thanks for taking Us along for the ride.

[@-Loki--]

Moto Guzzi dealer in my neighbourhood. I often take a detour to walk past and admire. They suit people who like a lowered seat height and shaft drive. Impressed that you pronounce it right, many say guzzee, but as you got it...it`s gootsi.

[@gregorytimmons4777]

That's a beautiful bike. I don't know much nor have had any experience with the small block but these big ones are awesome. Amazing to see a trade in so close to new it's not even broke in yet.

[@davyboycolon530]

I can't believe anyone would trade in a guzzi that's the kinda bike u keep forever .... Imo ......I'm a guzzi fan .......

[@swooshdave]

Probably got freaked out when the local Guzzi dealer threatened to quit.

[@arevans5986]

Traded in my Griso, albeit with much regret. Wonderful motor once the revs hit 2000rpm, lurching handling below. Lots of owners have engineered tuning solutions but it is an absolute lottery getting mechanical support in Australia. Still way better than an r nine t, which ripped off a lot of Guzzi’s ideas. A real shame piaggio won’t let them develop it further.

[@gwynnromano5881]

Davyboy Colon Barely any dealer support here in the US. My closest dealer is three and a half hours away. I liked The California 1400, beautiful, comfortable, received great reviews in the bike mags but I won’t own something where I have to travel halfway across the state to have warranty work or service that I can’t perform myself done.

[@rhartley2456]

Davyboy Colon maybe the previous owner traded it in because despite all his efforts, the ergos were just never comfortable. The bike is rock solid and fun, and easy to maintain without the help of a dealer wrench. The previous owner traded for a MT09 I’m told.

[@umaxen0048]

Unbelievable, this bike is made in a factory that produces around 60 bikes a day. I'd estimate that since Guzzi produces 8 models in unique variations, they probably make 2 Griso's every work day? 520-ish a year? Very rare...

[@andrewhardy1344]

not making any of them anymore... too bad its a really cool model.

[@southhillfarm2795]

Moto Guzzi isn’t as rare as some may think.

[@johnsmith-mm1vt]

Went around europe on a guzzi 500 , best cornering bike I have ridden

[@genelunnemann504]

I agree with Mike Fry, rev it so it sounds like a Maserati. Guzzi has that thump sound with that resulting behavior and with revs it has that high performance sound along with that characteristic. Had an EV11.

[@richard9444]

I live in the UK and test drove one they are something else loads of torque comfortable good brakes loved it

[@1947roswell]

wonderful video. Griso is a fantastic bike. I am Italian (I am typing from Rome in this moment) and owened a Moto Guzzi California 1100cc (2002) and I know what is about riding it. I sold it with regrets. Thanks for sharing it

[@dougrothermel5101]

The Moto Guzzi has a nice rumble from the exhaust. It sounds good on video!

[@HARMARSCH2]

Shawn, that Moto Guzzi Griso is a very cool Bike. Have a great day.

[@slyguyaction]

Nothing like a rip on a bike that makes ya feel like a kid again. Great vlog Shawn. Thanks for sharing.

[@lionhart2728]

It is nice to see them dogs playing around in the background

[@petertrapani8701]

Shawn that was different a Moto Guzzi. Glad you enjoyed the ride on it. Love the doggies just Doggies playing the noise is NO problem. Be Cool and Ride Safe🇺🇸🏍🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶🐶

[@thomasosteen9936]

Very cool looking bike it said take me home. Thanks for the ride.

[@rjdasilva]

Always great vibes for you both. Thank you for the video.

[@hike2]

That Guzzi is awesome! Looks like a blast!

[@gregorytimmons4777]

It would be nice to have a dealer near by. Had one but the East Portland, Oregon dealer shut down this spring. I have already decided that dealer proximity is not going to determine what i ride. I will be buying it as a used bike anyway. A bit more saving to do yet.

[@GopherChoker.]

👍👍 Nice exhaust sound on that bike.

[@baricho4771]

The bike to own! Love it

[@markhenry192]

That Grizo has a gear box clunkier than a Harley! Still sounds like a characterful bike. Thanks guys.

[@USARAY1947]

"Man oh man, this thing puts out some heat." No faults? Great review, thanks.

[@splodge57]

Good to see you enjoyed the Griso, a great bike. I nearly bought a used one but heard the 8 valve model had expensive problems with cam follower wear. Decided on a used Sportster 1200S instead, good choice I love it.

[@TerryPorterElectronics]

The pre 2014 Guzzi eight valve engines had severe problems with the 'flat cam followers' suffering advanced wear as the DLC coating wore off and in bad cases resulted in the need for a new engine. I caught my 2008 eight valve in time and fitted a Guzzi "roller cam follower" kit (about $1700 AUD), which solves the problem. The roller cam followers came standard with post 2014 Guzzi eight valve motors I believe. The Guzzi engine is totally different to a Harley in that the Guzzi is a 1200cc overhead cam and develops peak power at 8300 rpm and up until about 6500 rpm I'm pretty sure it would feel weak compared to the Street Glide which is 1753 cc's, pushrod and has about 1.5 times the torque of the Guzzi.

[@splodge57]

Terry Porter thanks for the reply. Made the right decision with the Sportster, my first Harley. Had a Guzzi mk1 and mk3 Le Mans in the 80's. Rode to the factory at Mandello twice, still have a soft spot for them.

[@lawrenceburnett7389]

My 2017 griso arrived a week ago I am in love with it can't take my eyes off it

[@AJ-zj2zm]

They made it up to 2016 so don't be a kid.😅

[@volgnit]

Love my Griso, especially in the twisties !!

[@lightfoot413]

Thank ya'll for a great review video..U had me licking my chops to buy that Guzzi..what a ride..lots of Zoom with an attitude all its own..just idleing makes your mouth water....keep on keeping on brothers and sisters..thanks again...gotta love those dogs..lol

[@mikefry6765]

With the greatest respect you need to get that bike into the the twisties and rev it, you probably experienced 30% of what that bike can do

[@terje4135]

As with all 1200s....If u want to keep your license that is

[@miniacs2]

Guzzi! It's the way the Vee should be. I must add loud valves save lives.

[@phlodel]

As long as they're noisy, you know it's OK.

[@NormKohn]

The Guzzi would look great in your stable.

[@theChestnutMtnTinman]

What a job. You get to ride all kinds of different bikes and get a couple on the side also. 😎😎

[@sublimekid247]

I miss mine I need to get another one. I picked one up brand new in 2015 traded in foolishly for a victory octane

[@Kennebec27]

Another great video and another great ride. That moto guzzi looks like it would be fun.

[@carmelodimaria3369]

Griso glamorous ❤... bike for connoisseur and gentlemens... bay from Italiy 🐟🐠🐋🐬

[@coreyschmidt734]

I am always on the look out for one of these. Never saw it at the shop so I assume it got snagged up quick. If you think the stock exhaust sounds good you should hear it with a GPR exhaust. Sweet music

[@MastersonsCarCare]

Everytime you said "Thats cool" I took a shot ;-)

[@abellargo7668]

I used to live so close to that dealership. Shout out to all the vancouverites in WA. Love from Canada

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Very cool!

[@asiaasia2157]

Nice review! Very passionate. It was like l was driving that thing too.

[@TheHomeExpert5]

I wish I could live down the country like that, away from all the traffic and congestion.

[@marbike21]

Bellissima .fuori produzione.

[@Doug_Morgan]

I have been preaching about what happens when you use K&N type air filters for years. The reason they can flow more air is because they are filtering it less. I had one on my Mustang that I had added a supercharger to. After using the K&N filter for a while I looked inside and all my boost pipes etc were covered in dust. So unless you are in a race application and willing to gain that flow vs filtration then stick with stock. Unless you have major engine mods changing the filter has little effect on power.

[@neutronalchemist3241]

You can use sprintfilter electrostatic filters. They filters more than the original cellulose filters, or oiled cotton filters, while flowing more air too.

[@mikefry6765]

Doug Morgan put a K&N on a Griso and you will mess the fuelling

[@Doug_Morgan]

Yup, most of the bikes today come quite lean from the factory. As soon as you start messing with exhaust or more so the intake you mess up the fuelling maps and then it needs to be remapped.

[@neutronalchemist3241]

It's much simpler now than it was some year ago. The Griso, like most contemporary bikes, has a closed loop EFI. The lambda sensor informs the ECU if the mixture is too rich or too lean, and it adjusts it accordingly.

[@markmcintosh7095]

I have 2 Motoguzzis. My dealer got one like the one your testing. Like you it was sold the next day I came back.

[@turbogrin]

I have a 2007 Grizo and love it

[@paularnold461]

Best thing I ever bought, get onto some open roads and feel it come alive after 5k revs. As already stated, you'll be amazed... 🏍👌

[@jean-pierreluca3105]

Finally bro your on a real feeling bike good onya that’s why I love Guzzi

[@garmit61]

Tested an 1100 Griso when they were launched. Lovely comfortable bike with. Loads of character. If they managed to squeeze a few more litres in the fuel tank I’d buy one tomorrow. I really can’t understand why bikes have less that 18litre tanks.

[@sebastianlaczewski63]

Was thinking sounds like sportster. Nice bike

[@rrene5431]

Add to your collection Shawn!

[@jamesgruhn-n0dfi647]

The exhaust sound reminds me of the older triumph twins.

[@paularnold461]

Performance exhaust helps it breath and sounds ssoooo much better...!!!! Test road a stock new one, week later test rode a demo one with Zard exhaust, sold. 😉

[@jamesmegill]

Dang man. That is really cool bike😊😁😁

[@getoutofthetimetrap5435]

I’m sorta partial to the motguzzi eldorado myself ....with white walls lol 😂

[@chrismills4213]

Cool looking bike...never seen one of those before. 👍

[@scottloder7976]

it needs beetle map, K&N air filter and unrestricted exhaust to release its true potential

[@carlosalbertopugliese1889]

Wow man, what a nice bike

[@youroam1]

I really like the looks of the Moto Guzzi!

[@estuder32anthonywayne98]

Didn't know they still made them!

[@orangecrush1976]

If you google guzzitech you will find a video of the exhaust note for the Griso. Guzzitech specializes in everything Moto Guzzi and you should be able to get a lot more power out of that engine. No offense, but you were not riding that bike correctly. It likes the RPM's well above 4000 rpms and that is where you will find all of it's hidden power and will do the quarter mile in 12 seconds or less.

[@terje4135]

Revs over 4000 on this baby gets the mpg waay down. Daily rider vs sunday funride. Neither is wrong.

[@brianjackson9557]

Great video!

[@rmccain99]

Wow, that looks like the engine they should put in the Goldwing. Now they could have cruiser like riding position for those of us that get leg cramps from time to time.

[@PAVANZYL]

If motorcycles were about numbers, nobody would buy a Harley. Bikes are about more than the top speed and figures. It's about fun.

[@gregorytimmons4777]

Same goes for Moto Guzzi. There are more powerful bikes. Lighter bikes. Cheaper bikes but I just love Guzzi engineering.

[@BiggyLad]

Beautiful bike

[@PhilemonXIV]

Hey try to d

[@MidnightWulfie]

Great ride/review, thanks for posting it. How did you capture the sound without the wind noise?

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

I have no idea, as this is my old (noisy) Shoei shop helmet with a cheap Sony stereo mic... That screen was putting off a bit of buffeting, so I thought the audio was going to be a mess..! Lol Thanks for watching!

[@Clearanceman2]

Sure looks good!

[@fullmoon2614]

I am impressed with the Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 also. But Sensei you need a good dose of Milwaukee 8 when you get to the house this evening. LOL!!!!!!

[@raywite6665]

Always loved Guzzis but the dealer network is their biggest draw back.

[@Bredaxe]

ray wite I wasn't going to consider one either but a dealer just included Guzzi by my house. Their Adventure bike is fantastic and pretty affordable.

[@dennism103]

Exactly what I learned. Exactly why I don't ride BMW's anymore after 3 of them. Harley Davidson has like 700 dealers in the USA alone...

[@gregorytimmons4777]

@@dennism103 I have found a lot of parts online. Mostly from a couple of the big dealers in the U.S.

[@mikefry6765]

Bredaxe I do all my own servicing they are really easy to maintsin

[@waynejets6281]

Are parts pricey here in the States? I'm looking at one just unsure if it's going to cost me an arm and a leg for maintenance and parts.

[@john47jones]

Good video, and great looking bike 🤔😉

[@retiresoon5639]

Its a lot cooler than all those three wheelers. sitting around.

[@daveringer9535]

Bad ass bike!

[@TerryPorterElectronics]

Great review as always, but I noticed you didn't take the Griso above about 5 - 6 thousand rpm ? My 2008 Griso 1200 cc 8 valve definitely has 110 bhp, but it doesn't start hauling until about 6500 rpm, and pulls like a x-class loco up to the rev limiter at 8500 rpm. The Griso has a split personality! Shaun, any chance you can do the review again, and this time rev that Griso out to the limiter in all the gears and see if you notice a difference ?

[@Sam-qc7ph]

Yes, and a different exhaust. :) It could make some beautiful sounds indeed. Like Mistrals. I have them on my Breva. Straight from Italy!

[@TerryPorterElectronics]

I never liked the standard Griso silencer (some do), so mine has a black Agostini silencer, which saves about 3 tons in weight ;-) I think the Mistral probably makes a nicer sound, tho I'm not complaining.

[@Sam-qc7ph]

'I never liked the standard Griso silencer' --> Me neither. And Agostini exhausts also look and sound good!

[@umakantgajjewar8898]

@@TerryPorterElectronics Agree. I also dont like standard silencer on my Breva 750. When i took it out, it weighs like million tons. Going to change that soon. I am working on making my own silencer, I have tested my idea, and sounds great to me. Need to finish it, and install it.

[@Celsius233ish]

😢🎉

[@rogermoore2615]

Nice!

[@MotoPappy]

Now that’s a sexy bike!!! I’m a fan of Moto Guzzi. Not sure what the person traded it in to get. But, I hope it was worth it. Thanks for sharing. ;)

[@rmccain99]

Love that Griso

[@geoffozevans4500]

Just checked the spec sheet out on.the Moto Guzzi, & apparently it'll do 143mph, really surprised. I rode a Le Mans 850 in the 70s, great handling bike looks 👍😎

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

Holy Heck..! That thing goes that fast...? That's smoke'n right along! Lol Thanks Geoff!!

[@geoffozevans4500]

TheSmoaksVlogs no worries Shawn 👍😎

[@paularnold461]

Mine was rode 210km 2up by the shop owners before I purchased it. Plus scraped the stand... 🤘

[@joeh5059]

Shawn Joe here if you love it so much but it. That all I have to say about that. Thumbs UP GO TOLEDO, OHIO AND TOLEDO, WASHINGTON

[@joeh5059]

Thank you Shawn

[@leonardpezza1062]

I really enjoy all your vlogs. Watch them everyday. I noticed in the beginning of the video that there is a pole light lens frame hanging by the hinges in the parking lot of your shop. It could fall down on a windy day. Sorry. Had to mention it

[@michaelosborne4944]

ok shawn subscribed to you after seeing your Honda vfr1200x video, but have found a 2017 Griso at a good price are they that good?

[@TJRohyans]

That's a neat bike. Curious... What's the through-hole just below the seat? Looked like you could run a pole through it. Prayers that those fires stay well away from y'all. Peace and love!

[@rantANDrave1987]

TJ Rohyans you can, but there’s a chintzy plastic chrome ring decorating each side of the hole. If you don’t remove it before running a pole through it, it will crack under any leverage you put on the pole

[@highmilagerider1154]

In Canada there is an issue getting parts for a guzzi. My buddy has a Norge and needed an electronic component for his ignition. It took the dealer 3 months to get the part. That is unacceptable in this day and age. I really like the California but not being able to get parts for the bikes is a deal breaker

[@gregorytimmons4777]

On the other hand parts for decades old models can be had from Moto Guzzi. Much better than the big 4 from Japan. They want and expect to sell you a new bike every half dozen years. Order parts for Guzzi yourself on the internet from the best and biggest dealers or the factory. Your local dealer may not be the best source.

[@highmilagerider1154]

Gregory Timmons Thanks, that’s good to know

[@984francis]

But you never gassed it! Even my old LeMans with just 69 hp was eager to ride in 3 figures and took very little time getting there.

[@984francis]

Thanks for the love. I'm glad you liked the bike. I have done many happy miles on Moto Guzzis. I quit riding when my health fell apart and never got to try the Griso. It looks my kind of bike, standard, quick and good handling with that lovely engine in 4 or 8V form.

[@TheSmoaksVlogs]

I'm seriously considering taking this Griso home with me for keeps..! Thanks for your input and watching the video!!

[@984francis]

Hmm. I stopped riding due to ill health too! After 20 years, now have a Monster 797 and am rebuilding an RC51. Apart from rider comfort, the LeMans was superior to the 797 in just about every department. I love the looks of the 797 so mods, here we come...... (Suspension and ECU flash to sort the lean fueling.)

[@CPUspeed]

Not up to speed on the fires up there but coming from socal and all the fires down here and ash... replace your air filters, cars and bikes.

[@troweld]

great vid beautiful sound

[@anasanchez282]

Grande Guzzi!!

[@edzaslow]

The Griso uses the same engine as the Norge and the Stelvio. MG doesn't sell the Norge in the USA anymore, but still does the Stelvio. I believe all new MGs have ABS. MGs don't have the technology of the BMWs. But, they do have lots of character, though.

[@Bredaxe]

Ed in Florida My local dealer here in FL has a 2016 leftover Stelvio I may jump on for $14k with bags, engine guards, and driving lights.

[@retiresoon5639]

I wanted a Norge when they were first introduced.Local dealer went under after only a year in business..

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Shawn what was that about the air filter? Go with the stock or an after Markit one.

[@kneeslider47]

I also love my Guzzi Griso. Fantastic machine that makes you feel like a millionaire when riding it. I enjoyed some of the phrases you used like "Holy Toledo!" Haha! You're clearly a Southern Gentleman with fine taste in bikes. Also, all that heat it kicks out? Mighty useful here in the UK where it is grey and cold more often not. Safe riding!

[@janguzzi]

Nice video, but the Griso needs more revs! ;-) Unfortunately the Griso is not produced anymore.

[@janguzzi]

On my channel you can find some modifications (e.g. BOS exhaust and an Öhlins shock) I made on my Griso ;-)

[@rmccain99]

Your Street Glide has bigger engine so It should have more tourque.

[@umaxen0048]

You didn't tell us. How much did they want for the bike?

[@americanman9724]

what kind of filter was that?

[@thomasangelo4219]

Love the Moto Guzzi on the money on that bike take care guys