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  1. lucydad

    TX Gulf coast to SE Pennsylvania...and V7 III

    All, May I wax poetic as an old guy who has been riding motorcycles since 1967? Today I had my best ride in PA. We moved here last December from Sugar Land, TX: Houston suburb, Gulf Coast. I shipped my MV Agusta (Italian terror) and Guzzi V7 to...
  2. lucydad

    V100 for shorter rider? might be interested...

    All, My local dealer (Motoplex West Chester, PA) has some V100s on the floor. I have drooled over them a bit. Anyway, I am five foot five, with a 29 inch inseam. Bike seat height and width are a big deal for me. I am also 69 years old and ride a V7 III Special. I just had my new Aprilia...
  3. lucydad

    still riding, now in PA

    Hi all, It has been a long time since I posted here. I am still riding and enjoying my 2017 V7III Special. She is nearing 15,000 miles and running like a charm after a major tune up last January. We moved from the Houston, TX area to Downingtown, PA (Philly suburb) last December. I shipped...
  4. lucydad

    Dealer finally getting the V100, plan a test

    Well folks, my dealer here in West Chester, PA is finally getting some V100s. Motoplex West Chester is having an open house mid-March to introduce the bikes. Likely I will ride my V7 Special in, and see if I can get some impressions. Apparently all their Tenni Green ones are spoken for. If I...
  5. lucydad

    V7 III engine: torque, HP, transmission sweet spot

    All, On a lark today I test rode a Kawasaki Ninja 400 twin. HP on the bike is claimed to be close to my Guzzi, about 48-50. But wow, a lot less torque! The Ninja was pretty, light, nimble and could get to speed. But I was in 5th and 6th gears almost immediately. Reminded me how the V7...
  6. lucydad

    Moto Guzzi returning to Houston, TX..and LA Times article

    All, This made my day. AF1 Racing in Austin told me today: Moto Guzzi has a new dealer coming for Houston. This will the third one in about the last 3-4 years. As an owner, and fan of the brand, this is wonderful. Also, check out this LA Times article on Moto Guzzi. The new V 85 TT is a hit...
  7. lucydad

    2017 V7 III Special... recommended new battery?

    Hi, The combination of extremely hot Gulf Coast TX temperatures, not a lot of riding and a 2 year old bike seems to be suggest it is time for a new battery on my Special. Starts have been sluggish, but improve after riding maybe 20 miles. I am going to try a trickle charge to see if that...
  8. lucydad

    Guzzi discontinuing the big blocks?

    All, I heard Guzzi is discontinuing the big block engines and bikes. Reason is Euro 4 and 5 compliance. Is this true? If so, sad to hear as I rode a Cali when it was first released and was very impressed. If the big blocks are going away, will there be a replacement? Or is the V85 engine...
  9. lucydad

    replace clunky V7 III Special pegs? suggestions?

    All, Since buying the bike almost two years ago I have disliked the big clunky rubber pegs. I came to the Special from a Racer, and wonder if anyone can suggest some nice looking, slim, metal pegs for my Special? Looked at store and did not see any. Rizoma? Something easy to install too...
  10. lucydad

    Houston, TX Guzzi riders.. MPH still servicing bikes

    All, As you most know, Italian Superbikes, our local Houston, TX Guzzi dealer --folded last January, 2019. Anyway, I contacted Mike Haven at MPH Cycles here in Houston. Mike confirmed he will still service Guzzis. My 2017 V7 III Special is due for basic service soon, and I am sure Mike will...
  11. lucydad

    Houston, TX: Italian Superbikes shut about a month ago..

    All, Locals probably know, but our Guzzi dealer in Houston shut abruptly a month ago. Sad to see this as they were a superb Guzzi dealer. Bought my V7 III Special from them about two years ago. Hoping Mike Haven at MPH can still do basic maintenance. Also lost MV and Aprilia: and yes I...
  12. lucydad

    all northern Italian now...MV Agusta added..

    All, No worries still piling the miles on my 2017 Moto Guzzi V7 III Special, in fact took it out this morning for a retired guys breakfast meet up in Alvin, TX. Running fantastic and love it. It is my longer distance cruiser, and I plan on adapting it for big side bags this fall for...
  13. lucydad

    Mandello visit, Guzzi Museum?

    Hi, We will be in Varenna, Italy soon, only 20 miles from Mandello del Lario. I am wondering if a visit to the Guzzi museum is worth my time? Is it open on a regular basis? I would need to break away from my family for the visit, but yeah I am interested. cheers,
  14. lucydad

    V 85 link...wow..

    All, Cycle world posted this discussion of the V 85. It looks like a promising dual-sport. The design elements, to me are superb. I wonder if there are production plans, and if so any tech details on the bike out...
  15. lucydad

    V7 III and cold temps...

    All, Here on the Gulf Coast of TX we have had what passes for winter arrive. That means daytime temps in the low thirties to forties, and pretty wet. I dug out my Aerostich leathers, heavy boots, glove liners and such to stay warm. Some winter season observations on the new engine and bike...
  16. lucydad

    V7 III Special, impressions at 1200 miles

    All, I have owned my new Special since last July. At 1200 miles, these are my impressions. Just had my first service at Italian Superbikes here in Houston. I give the bike 9 out of ten as far as ownership experience. As reported in test rides, and early ownership: dang the new 2V engine...
  17. lucydad

    V7 III Special...emergency maneuver response

    All, Was coming home this morning, riding inner city Houston. Encountered a series of big, stacked, wet steel plates used to cover Hurricane Harvey road washouts. Surprise as hidden by truck in front of me. Did a classic quick counter-steer maneuver: switched lanes and no brakes: the blip...
  18. lucydad

    hurricane Harvey--ok in Houston..

    All, Quick note: we are ok in Houston area...long story...bikes and house still dry and trend is slowing unlikely our neighborhood will flood. It will be a long time until Houston reboots... thanks, Lucydad
  19. lucydad

    new Special..does MG Americas send warranty info?

    All, Just wondering, since I bought my 2017 Special a couple weeks back, should I expect a warranty packet from Moto Guzzi Americas soon? Dealer had me sign a release that dealer does not provide warranty. Thanks!
  20. lucydad

    V7 III Special..quirks, advice, trip odometer?

    All, So, I pick up the new Special tomorrow! Any quirks to be aware of? Any advice? Seems every bike I have ever owned has something. I can't find anything online or in brochure on the new instrument cluster. Special has twin dials. I only demoed a Stone. May I ask a V7 Special or...
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