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Is going from a 14 Cali Custom to an MGX an upgrade?

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I have a 14 Custom and I'm pondering an MGX21. Would you all consider that an good enough upgrade to change? Local dealer would be giving me a nice deal with the trade in. It has some nice features on it( electronics package, fairing and all that Carbon fiber)

thanks for your input

Mike
 
If you value wind protection and storage.

I ride my custom just on short trips because other than a small tank bag , I have zero storage.

Longer trips I use my BMW K1600.
 
The MGX21 is a bit like Marmite, you either love it or hate it. I am undecided. It's certainly unique but think it would be hard to sell on, as Guzzi's are a niche market as it is. If it floats your boat and the price is right I would say go for it.
 
all I can say is if you value heated grips, you wont get them for this model as there is no plans for Guzzi to manufactor them for the fully ride by wire throttle, its the same for my E4 2017 version and were would you put a topbox it would totally spoil the lines.
personally Im not to fond of it but I like the red bits they stand out nice
 
If the "bugs" are worked out on your C14 then my 2 cents is to keep it.
Getting a new bike is starting from ground zero & that always means spending money.
 
Trout said:
If the "bugs" are worked out on your C14 then my 2 cents is to keep it.
Getting a new bike is starting from ground zero & that always means spending money.
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Trout said:
If the "bugs" are worked out on your C14 then my 2 cents is to keep it.
Getting a new bike is starting from ground zero & that always means spending money.
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Yeah you all make some good points.

I do like like C1400 and have pretty much loaded it up with(large shield, aux lights, MG leather bags and heated grips and Agostini Exhausts) I just like some feature on the MGX as well. Probably not going to gain much ..if anything... I'll probably take it for a test run and go from there.
 
V700Steve said:
If you go over 100mph often, I would stick w/Custom. Batmobile ain't all that in handling.
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Have not rode the MGX it really doesn't interest me at all.
I liked the C14 when I had it & 115 was no issue, very comfortable & confident cruising in the 90 to 100 range.
 
Call me slow to catch on.... but I just can't appreciate all the flat black, carbon fiber stealthy look that seems to be so popular now, especially on a big cruiser. I'm still with glossy paint and chrome or stainless. I'm also not a fan of the shape of the saddle bags or the fairing. I personally think the Ca 1400 Touring has the best looking saddle bags in the business. With that said, picking a bike is a personal thing, go with what you like.
 
I took a MGX and Eldorado for a ride on the same day.
I bought the Eldorado.

The 21 is a big bike it has stage presence,
its really cool to look at and ride BUT the saddle bags are pretty much an afterthought,

IMHO the workmanship of the 21 is top notch you gotta decide.
You will have many conversations about a 21 if you stop anyplace.
 
Ride the one that makes you smile the most. Upgrade, downgrade, retrograde, third grade...... who cares?

Paul
 
Thanks everyone for your replies!!! The more I thought about it I think I'm just going to keep the Cali. I really like it and it is just a minor upgrade if I really think about it.
 
I have a Custom and have ridden the MGX. I'll stick with the Custom. For storage, you can add the Touring Bags which hold more than the MGX & if you like those Red Heads....well you can add thsoe as well. Mine are gloss Red vs the MGX's flat color. The optional heated grips are nice too. IMG 1108 IMG 1111
 
Yeah, I have added the MG Leather bags, shield, aux lights, Agostini exhaust and the heated grips I have but have not put them on yet. I knew it would be a marginal upgrade due to the electronics package and fairing. I think I'm just going to stick with my custom and just enjoy it!!
 
LuftWolf said:
I have a Custom and have ridden the MGX. I'll stick with the Custom. For storage, you can add the Touring Bags which hold more than the MGX & if you like those Red Heads....well you can add thsoe as well. Mine are gloss Red vs the MGX's flat color. The optional heated grips are nice too. View attachment 13507View attachment 13508
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Also how do you like that cobin seat? I'm looking to get a new seat and really likes the look of that one especially for 2 up.
 
I had previously tried the MG stock touring seat but after rides of 100 miles or so it became uncomfortable. I really like the Corbin seat & that MG seat rail comes in handy as well. One caveat on the Corbin however, is that initially it's like sitting on a cinderblock or lump of iron until it's broken in. That take's considerablely longer than I was led to believe. In fact it took a good 1000 miles. but now.... well worth it.
 
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