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2009 V7 - good deal ?

I got 2009 V7, and I love it. It has the old style engine, with two throttle bodies (TB). That means a little extra maintenance, but many argue that the twin TBs give extra performance. Other than that, 2009 was a good year.

Also the 2009 and other early models had an ECU that was that could be replaced with a programmable ECU from Australia (MyECU), for increased performance if you like to tinker with things.
 
Me: A real fan of Guzzi "small block" 750s.

I just got back from a 4-day, 1,300 mile Colorado tour on my 2004 Breva 750.

Bought it used in 2013 with about 6,000 miles. It just rolled over 40,000 miles on this trip.

Averages over 50 miles per gallon (USA), and uses almost no oil. For example. during this 1,300 mile trip, none needed to be added.
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I'd prefer the 2013's with the changes.

It depends on how cheap. I can get a new 2013 special right now for $6000 + sales tax & license.
 
miro1893 said:
I about to buy a 2009 V7 with few kilometers.....
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All covered above on the differences, I would just expect to have to go through the fuel system and professionally clean the injectors, and replace the fuel filter etc. If it has sat a long time, there might be problems with the pump itself which is big $'s. Otherwise, they are solid bikes outside of new motor oil consumption, which stabilizes once you have many km's on the bike.
 
I own a 2011 model, one of the last with twin TBs. It's a great machine and bulletproof. Mine survived a house fire and still lived to see another day. If you get it for a good price, it's worth the money IMO. You'll still reap hours of riding enjoyment from an early model as you would from a late model V7.
 
It's a good bike with a few known issues. Nothing major. I put quite a few miles on my 2010 V7C and really enjoyed it.
As far as downsides, it might need some fueling tweaks, the suspension is pretty stiff, the kickstand tends to need maintenance every now and then.
All in all a great bike.
 
thx all for your comments - bike is already gone but 1 or 2 others from 2011-2013 have shown up.
One more question from my side:

I´m 6,2 / "fit" and i´m worrying about my size on the V7. I would change to clip ons and the Racer Pecs.
Is the V7 a small looking bike or quite suitable also for bigger riders ?

A you know, look matters and i dont want to look like a elephant on a Kids bike ;-)
 
I'm 6'2" and not real fit. I had a 2012 V7 Racer with clip-ons and rearsets. I found it to be very comfortable. Did I look like a clown on a tricycle? I don't think so(?). I know I looked odd on the Street Triple I had. That is a tiny bike. The V7 has a long wheelbase so it stretches you out a bit. It was so comfortable, I will probably put clip-ons and rearsets on my new V7 Special.
 
Agree with John. I'm 6'+ and medium build. I find the V7R very comfortable to sit on.
 
I'm 6'-2" and I don't feel like a circus clown on mine...nor do I think I look like one while riding.
 
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