Moto Guzzi V7iii Long Term Motorcycle Ownership Review

[@scramblerofwarsaw]

My adventures with the Moto Guzzi V7 Rough. Bought new from the dealership in 2018. Current mileage 15,000 km At the first 1,000 km service it was found that some spark plug housings had burnt out and were due for replacement under warranty. The motorbike stood in the service shop for over 3 weeks. Parts replaced. Then the computer failed on the mileage display - computer switch to be replaced. Waiting time for the part - 1.5 months. Replaced under warranty. Then came the indicator button, only the right one worked. The whole component was replaced under warranty - integrated switch. Then, after 9 months of use, the paint started to come off the left silencer. Entire component replaced under warranty. Next, the bolt catches in the instrument panel broke, making it completely loose and a rattling noise could be heard when driving. Entire component replaced under warranty. Rear tyre replacement at 10k km - during service work, the motorbike slipped off the jack and the muffler was damaged - the whole component to be replaced at service cost. Next, at 12k km while riding, the exhaust clamp came loose and a bolt fell off somewhere - part to be ordered and the whole component replaced. At 14.5k km a bolt on the right cylinder came loose. Leak from under the cylinder and the check engine light came on. Motorbike on a trailer to the service. Bolts tightened under warranty. 15k km Broken clutch cable. Motorbike on a trailer for servicing. Italian reliability :)

[@timothyahernRoxyCat]

I have crossed the USA on a V7. People who get Guzzi get a Guzzi because they want a Guzzi. And Retro? How can something that they have been doing since 1921 be "Retro?" They aren't copying anybody. It isn't "Retro" because it is right here, right now, and it just "is." I got it for "touring" because I like touring on midsized motorcycles. Clearly, son, this isn't your motorcycle, and after 20 minutes, you don't understand it or the philosophy of the engineering that produced it.

[@randalljwarren151]

Nailed it!

[@Jupitersonlyson]

I just commented the same thing 😂😂😂😂😂

[@leekelvin00]

It's great for road trips. Added oem windshield, rear luggage rack, side pinners & did afew trips with wifey

[@moesciencerecords7620]

how tall are you brother?

[@leekelvin00]

@@moesciencerecords7620 I m almost 5'4" short 😅

[@pmstirling]

Nice, informative video, thanks for posting! Just a couple of comments. Next time, edit before posting to pick the best take! And about Guzzis - good comments on the gearbox and rev limit, but those are long standing features of Guzzi. Every one I've ridden (and I've owned 2) are like that - gearbox still left over from their farm equipment heritage! Japanese bike transmissions feel like toys to me :-) And low revving because it's a large displacement twin, most of the torque is low down. That's what I love about their engines, no need to thrash them.

[@GixxerRider1991]

I have a 2023 V7 Stone and it's been bulletproof so far. The build quality is what draws a lot of people to Moto Guzzi. Whereas Royal Enfield, Triumph, Ducati, etc. have outsourced the production of certain models of theirs to other countries, Guzzis remain 100% Italian-made.

[@not-fishing4730]

I've put over 40,000 miles on different Guzzi's and find the service no big deal. I can do the service in less time than it takes to ride the bike to the Dealer. I get my parts on the internet and I can usually get them in 1-2 weeks. Sure the maintenance is more common than with an Aprilia but the Ducati / Aprilia's take about 10 times as long.

[@danny9405]

Just got my first bike. 2015 Moto Guzzi V7. I was a little worried about the cc’s but I feel like most videos have put me at ease qualifying these as a good starter bike.

[@iamheero]

Absolutely. A lot of people over emphasize CCs but how the engine delivers the power is a lot more important. I think riders are a lot less likely to injure themselves on a 750 Moto Guzzi than on a 600cc GSXR, and I bet insurance rates reflect that too.

[@danny9405]

iamheero yeah, you’re absolutely right. I had to ask the insurance agent twice if the rate that he gave me was the monthly rate or the annual rate. It’s wayyy cheaper than what I was anticipating.

[@youreal6]

@@danny9405 how much is it for you?

[@janwalter7466]

Great video, great bike. I‘m in love with the v7iii😍😅

[@robertparisi8016]

Just a cosmetic tip, moto guzzi makes stock eliminator thread for mirrors! Simply remove the 2 bolts and replace it with the new part. It eliminates the threads for your stock mirrors, much cleaner looking, own this bike, also have a bmw r1200rt, driving the guzzi more.

[@spydie]

is italian reliability that bad? I own a Vespa and it's probably the best built scooter in the world. No reliability issues.

[@silviuhanzi2221]

I think today the problem with italian products is the fact that they are selling storic productions to foreigners who build like shit. See Benelli for example, used to be one of the greatest in morbike production, now is chinese shit...

[@jps8941]

Great review right on with some stuff. I have a 2018 V7 3 carbon dark NOS. I bought it in May of 20 20. I've put 8000 kilometres on it and it's been a dream it's been a great bike little problems like you sad well worth the money. 10000 km or 6000 mile oil changes all good with me I'll even change it more often because of the air-cooled. Also the oil in the air box a shop in California that specializes in Moto Guzzi says if you overfill the oil in the crankcase it'll come out the breather box.

[@daveco1270]

I had a used 2017 V7iii Special for about a year. Beautiful bike. I liked it, but I didn't love it. Being new to motorcycles, I found it pretty easy to work on (as far as the basic maintenance.) I didn't like the rumble/vibrations at lower RMP's or when going up hill. I bought it to replace my first bike, a 70's Honda CB750 After 2 years with the old Honda I thought it was time to upgrade to a modern bike so I bought a lovely V7iii. I had both bikes for a year and when it came time to get rid of one, I ended up selling the Guzzi and keeping the Honda. (The Moto Guzzi was more fun to ride, it had a little more pep than the CB750, but I had an emotional attachment to the Honda. Couldn't bring myself to sell it.)

[@kevinmason6130]

Dude why didn’t you edit this??

[@muradbyunus]

Love your vids! Thanks for reviewing my bike! I am HONORED!

[@jltrack]

jonahaimz Servicing is as simple as can be. And I like that everything is done every 6,000 miles so I don’t have to worry about what service is due next. I have a Breva 750 and it’s is the easiest vehicle I have ever worked on. Mikes Machine here on KZbin shows you how to do all the servicing on these bikes too. The gearbox is clunky at cold start but once everything is warmed up, it is smooth.

[@muradbyunus]

J L thanks for the message. I’ll have to check out his page. My bike seems ready to go on startup, but maybe I’ll give it a few minutes to adjusted. I’ve been doing my intervals at 5k per the advice from Todd at guzzitech. Just gotta get a better setup to do my valve adjustments, etc.

[@jltrack]

jonahaimz no problem. The servicing procedures on the Moto Guzzi Breva 750 and V7III is essentially the same except oil volumes and maybe valve clearance spec but other that, if you know how to change the oil on a car you can do all the services for a Moto Guzzi on your own too. 👍

[@muradbyunus]

J L awesome. Yeah I’ve changed it a couple times, but was unsure of clearance since the guages and top dead center can be tricky. Had to have a mechanic double check and the spec was off, too loose. Any tips?

[@jltrack]

jonahaimz kzbin.info/www/bejne/anKzhImBqNyIqbs. This guys has a great video on the Valve Adjustment. Get a good feeler gauge, and it should feel like a light drag, not so much that there is resistance. Luckily the tolerances on Guzzis is pretty big so it’s hard to mess up. Good luck

[@bramdewit3537]

Best looking bike out there in my opinion

[@muradbyunus]

I agree!

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

Ummmmmmmmm, repetition leads to annoyed viewers. Just edit out the repeats eh?

[@Robtorre9]

🤣🤣

[@drewt.4353]

I was annoyed too but maybe it's a joke about the 6k service intervals.

[@andrewstubbings5628]

I love mine, straight through pipes a must, the noise is awesome, but do fall off but that’s part of its character!! 👍👍👍

[@jltrack]

Old tech but is super reliable for what it is. Easy to service yourself too!

[@iamheero]

For sure, it's a really nice bike. The service intervals can be a bit more frequent than some more modern bikes, but if you're handy you can do it all yourself and save a lot of time and money!

[@chriswolf1666]

@@iamheero Moto Guzzis are perfect for independent-minded people that are not afraid to get their hands dirty and change their own oil. I have 50k miles on my 2013 V7i, and regular maintenance is frequent but extremely easy compared to modern, over-complicated bikes. All fluid change, valve adjustment and spark plugs can be completed in an hour on the kickstand with basic knowledge and hand tools. The engine literally pokes out the sides of the bike to make everything easier. Major maintenance/repairs (clutch, throw-out bearings, chain replacement, piston rings, etc.) are very rare or nonexistent in my experience if the bike is maintained properly (I'm still on the original clutch!).

[@davidrome]

@@chriswolf1666 Totally agree with you. You could even say they're easier than BMW's airheads since the heads stick up at a nice angle towards you on the Guzzi!

[@davidklementis5913]

I agree. I would rather have more frequent service intervals on a solid bike that is easy to work on and doesn't require specialized tools and knowledge. I like doing my own maintenance and don't have the time and extra cash to have someone else do it. Using my bike as primary transportation makes it hard to schedule around a shops time frame too.

[@mark.e.p]

Guzzis are very reliable it's a well proven simple motor. I had a 850 T3 in the '80's and it never let me down.

[@aka_pierre]

Plus there's no chain, which is like 50% of the regular maintenance for a bike.

[@TBT13977]

Reliable 😂😂😂 good one

[@alexanderoutlander.1040]

Great video mate.

[@Jimo368]

I came for the bike, stayed for the scenery

[@Nevis_LP]

I think you have to do maintenance very often... like every 6000miles or so... I'm not sure if he said something about that 🤣🤣🤣

[@muradbyunus]

Hahahahaha

[@iamheero]

Nevis LP it bears repeating! Haha

[@Deetroiter]

No different than the new 650 royal Enfield’s. They require maintenance every 6k.

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

Great video, thanks Conan.

[@johnpauldalber6955]

The maintenance is repeated a lot. Good takes. Useful info

[@UncleLongbeard]

that was really good to hear your thoughts in comparison to the CB1100

[@cw7422]

I had a 2018 V7 iii Special. It was a dream. But I traded it in on a 2019 Harley 883 Sportster because I’m kinda short and it fit me better.

[@enriquedehoyos2818]

I am looking for this motorcycle. I am 5’5”. Would you recommend it for someone my height?

[@stephenpratelsr.703]

A hard to find neutral is usually a sign of a poorly adjusted clutch. Likely has too much freeplay in the cable.

[@karkosgiehex]

Guzzis are odd with going from neutral to first and vice versa. It just takes a little getting used to. I have an 04 Nevada and especially when its just warming up, going to first from neutral just requires a little extra patience - wait for the pipes to yellow a little bit and then go, rather than fire it up and hop on.

[@lollotro]

Thank, t's my first motorbike so I was not aware, the dealer did not prepare it properly...but I well noticed the difference when I took it just for tyre change. They fix it...I think my dealer has a learning curve too.

[@louisvaldivia9260]

Definitely get it tuned Makes a big difference

[@todddennehy804]

Who does tuning upgrades on these? Is it ecm-based tuning?

[@louisvaldivia9260]

@@todddennehy804 todd eagan from guzzitech does all of that And yes it is

[@todddennehy804]

@@louisvaldivia9260 thanks for the info. I’ll look him up!

[@louisvaldivia9260]

@@todddennehy804 no problem

[@ragimundvonwallat8961]

id love one of those for sure

[@motorzycle]

I’ve got the 2014 CB1100 & 2017 CB1100 EX. I was thinking about the Moto Guzzi because of the shaft drive. After your review I decided to pass. Thank you for the review.

[@bluerider7922]

I have a dealer 4 miles away !! Ducati, Aprilia as well ! And I'm in New Hampshire.

[@garmit61]

I don’t but I’m in old Hampshire and I have a LE Mans 1000 and recently swapped an Aprilia SL1000 for a Benelli Amazonas . Let’s talk reliability. Aprilia was like a Honda, Benelli is crap.

[@robertparisi8016]

Seacoast sport cycle. Derry, nh

[@jeffgemignani7204]

Bought my V7 III Stone in October, same color, and I've also added the same pipes and side covers. I've taken it on a couple of longer trips from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC and from Charlotte to the coast and honestly, not terrible rides when sticking to the back roads. Just a stop or two each way to stretch the legs. What headlight set up is that?

[@muradbyunus]

Headlight is from Amazon, BICYACO or something? You'll also need to order a bracket. Check out link from reddit about swapping the headlight brackets to make it fit. www.reddit.com/r/MotoGuzzi/comments/b6e9dn/today_i_confirmed_my_thought_that_if_you_swap_the/

[@kaveiros75]

At last... a review that comments on how the bike does on a two-up ride!

[@youpuste]

Hi can you tell me where did you fin the headlight? brand and website? Looks terrific...thanks!

[@skydive1424]

I wonder what needs to be done every 6000 miles.....🤔

[@anthonythompkins9405]

Why did you keep every take?

[@matthewoppen1602]

What are your thoughts on this for a returning rider?

[@TK-cl1jm]

Perfect! I bought a new Milano after a dozen years of no riding. It is a very easy bike to ride, drop-dead gorgeous, and great value for the money, at least here in the States.

[@davidrome]

I think it's an awesome bike for someone in that scenario. Really comfortable and enough power to have fun but not so much you'll be scared to get on it after a while not riding.

[@dadfixesreviewsridesandinv309]

Thanks for the review. Think you might be able to review the cb300r?

[@iamheero]

I'd love to. I owned the CB500f and I love all the smaller CC Hondas.

[@jeffslade1892]

Oil in the air box is a bad thing. Cause is probably a split breather hose which allows oil to be sucked out of the engine; lumpy pick up of engine. The breather filters do have drain plugs. The breather plumbing is complicated, the heads as well as crankcase have breathers.. The V7 III appears to have suffered some cost cutting, the V7ii has high quality and pretty fasteners on show. Stainless is contra-indicated for load-bearing fasteners, it is too hard and tends to snap before it elongates as screws should. Fasteners should have some elasticity so they hold tight at full torque; use the correct automotive grade.

[@stephenpratelsr.703]

Most Guzzi's like the oil level at the mid mark, and will spit out oil to that level.

[@nomadav7868]

Hey man, nice review; I would like to ask you about the LED lights, as I want to replace the stock lights and make a fully LED conversion. Did Jonah add resistors or something like that to avoid CAN Bus problems? Any advice will be appreciated.

[@borjamanchon4720]

Hi folks. I'm interested in the led headlight too. Could you provide the model and some installation tips, please?

[@londonbikerider8510]

This is a great review!

[@iamheero]

Infinity PlusPlus thank you!

[@twowheeledgator1364]

Please don’t take this as a flame as it is not intended that way. You can improve your video by a little better editing or finding a quieter location to film. Otherwise good video with good information.

[@godzillasuzuki2374]

Feel the burn

[@twowheeledgator1364]

@@godzillasuzuki2374 hahaha

[@jongarcia9258]

What kinda boots you wearing?

[@LuisGarcia-sr9vs]

maintenance cost if you do the work yourself???

[@themarvelousvintage76]

I think at 6000 miles you need just change oil and filter because any motorcycle spark plug need be replace between 25 30k miles not 6000........

[@sscbkr48]

apart from the shaft, it sounds not too unlike the Interceptor. Similar DIY service intervals, a blast to ride. Would like to see a comparison.

[@HighEnergy]

Did the owner drop the bike? The handlebars are bent as hell

[@iamheero]

Nope, those are the stock bars, not bent more than they come from the factory!

[@mart7404]

at 7:05 when you say "I feel like I've talked a lot about this bike..." What an understatement on the repetition you've neglected to edit. A bit annoying to listen to you must understand. best of luck on future reviews.

[@hervephaure7629]

Do you have standard Guzzi’s crash bars ?

[@TK-cl1jm]

FYI I do, on my Milano. They look great, easy install.

[@swrpn]

Nice one...

[@Justaguyinnc]

"they" say Moto Guzzi created the first center stand for motorcycles.. yet none of their motorcycles come equipped anymore.. which makes it harder for the DIY owner.. just seems ironic..

[@mynamedoesntmatter9013]

You have to replace spark plugs after every 6000 miles?

[@iamheero]

MyName DoesntMatter sounds crazy but that's what the manual calls for! To be honest I'd probably check them every 6 but I bet you can usually replace every other service

[@mynamedoesntmatter9013]

@@iamheero yea that's a bit of a waste, especially since most iridium and platinum spark plugs can last well over 60,000 miles now days. I can see SERVICING every 6k, but not replacing.

[@louisvaldivia9260]

Yupp but you can switch out for iridium and you won’t have to replace every 6,000

[@Jupitersonlyson]

Bro the way you shitting on the V7 , you really don't understand the character of this master piece.

[@iamheero]

Literally a very positive review but if you can't be realistic about the bike IDK what to tell you! It's not without any flaws.

[@michaeltruscott9443]

How about a rider with 45 years of riding

[@danikorea92]

Hey there, what kind of jacket are you wearing? Looks nice! Where do i find one?

[@kevinmcdonald6446]

Location, locations, location.

[@DaBinChe]

welcome to the Matrix

[@uvwevwevweonyetenyeubemuge4036]

that bike look so big 😱

[@tonycj7860]

Any chance you could do a review of a Harley Sportster? I think it would be very comparable. And they have the 883 and 1200 cc versions.

[@bulentkilinckesmez9513]

cool motocycle.

[@nicholasbrowning4558]

Engines are reliable. But those dubious italian electrics

[@todddennehy804]

I’ll clue ya in. The Guzzis of the late 70s had distinctive undesirable characteristics. We had a saying: “there’s a neutral lurking behind every bushing!” Seriously, if you tried to pussy-foot your shifts, you were liable to end up between gears. However, once it was in a gear, it was not going to pop out of that gear. Just picked up a 50th yesterday in El Paso, so I’m super stoked & watching all the V7 III vids. 😍

[@frankmccleese5092]

Not a bad bike but I much prefer my CB 1100, more dependable less priority maintenance.

[@muradbyunus]

I rode iamhero’s CB and it’s a really solid bike. For an 1100cc, felt very maneuverable.

[@spacepodi]

Except cleaning the chain that is. Shaft drive for me every time! Though admittedly the CB1100 is a great bike.

[@aprilthetortiecat807]

Only CB1100 rusts like hell , weighs a ton and expensive AF. V7 is reliable light and practical.

[@lucianoromero777]

Chris Pratt is that you?? 😂

[@photoguzzi753]

Guzzi for the win. Check out the bike on my page. 🤘🏽💪🏼✌🏽

[@andrewstubbings5628]

Not the pipes but bits!! 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@timothyahernRoxyCat]

Tropo forte!

[@collier9090]

I'll stick with the Interceptor 650

[@mark.e.p]

Rode both whilst the RE was very smooth it never romanced me like an Italian bike 😍

[@MartinFinch-nv6fp]

7th

[@ev_sf_27]

"Italian build quality"?! Have you had problems with your Ferrari or Lamborghini, sir?! Does your ducati give you problems?! Rust near the ocean is normal!!

[@nicholasbrowning4558]

Guzzi has wafer thin chrome.

[@MartinFinch-nv6fp]

7th