Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Ergonomics & Rider Fit

I take a look at the ergonomics of the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, which offers a low seat height and ultra-inviting rider fit, that should be suitable for most riders.
That combines to create an easy handling package, easy reach to the ground, upright and commanding seating position, with a comfortable seat. For a 'Bobber' style machine that's a great combination, which doesn't trade off usability and comfort for style.
That seat height is an inviting 785 mm, while I'm a 180 cm tall rider, with a 32 inch inseam for comparison.
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[@user-sw2lv3zp6o]

Superb-looking bike. Stunning colour. I bet the engine is really relaxed.

[@MotoJournoKris]

It's a great thing!

[@whoopinyou]

Great review. Looking to get one myself soon!

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Nice bike. Overall very different from the others.

[@jfro5867]

I have one. It’s a very roomy seating position. Very relaxed. Not for higher speeds where wind blast takes over a bit. Cool bike imo

[@MotoJournoKris]

Yep and the wind issue just comes with the territory of this style bike unless you add a screen so hard to complain too much about it!

[@tomasdaxner3014]

How tall and inseam are you John? I heard that there is no issues with valve head even you’re taller rider.

[@jfro5867]

@@tomasdaxner3014 5’11” with 31” inseam. There’s loads of room and to be honest I have never even thought about my knees hitting the cylinder heads once. I think on the very first batch of 2016 bikes the foot pegs were much farther forward and from 2017 onwards they were moved right back.

[@tomasdaxner3014]

@@jfro5867 well I did sit on it and actually I ordered one but not riding it… I’ve just fallen love to it. I haven’t seen any problem too to siting on it, even I’m 192cm (6’3) 34 inseam. Hopefully I’ll feel the same while riding it…

[@jfro5867]

@@tomasdaxner3014 Nice one Tomas. 👌 you’ve just joined quite a special club. Join a Guzzi forum. Lots of tips and advice. Don’t rush the bike to get the best out of it, reeelaaaax.

[@donbrashsux]

Great lookin Guzzi

[@chriscurrie5597]

The digital dash suits the v9, never liked white dials, but the v7 looks better with the analogue clock,

[@BlazinBlades]

A bit more forward positioned pegs would solve both the foot placement issue and the exaggerated knee bend… go figure I love the looks of this bike 🍻

[@MotoJournoKris]

I think the only issue may be banging shins on the heads, with the pegs a little further forward, it'd be interesting to see if it works!

[@BlazinBlades]

@HahrtDood absolutely! for those of us with a contortionist’s knees 🤣😂😅

[@soderstadion77]

Nice review thx. However I was wondering about knees hitting/coming close to the cylinders. Is that an issue? I am 1.87 (6.1 british says google) and quite long legs..?

[@MotoJournoKris]

There was just enough room for me, once I settled into a natural position, but I wouldn't have wanted any less clearance. I think I read somewhere, that a larger rider did find it very tight.

[@ewganhoff]

Goot Zee

[@JimRudman]

That is NO WAY a Bobber !

[@redwarf8118]

"modo gussy" ?!

[@k-cade7482]

looks tiny, moto guzzi need to make bikes bigger than for people that are 5.4

[@MotoJournoKris]

Might be the camera angle, looks normal sized in the action shots.