This may be a bit of a controversial idea, but what about a lightweight version of the Stelvio based on the Shiver engine. This would obviously be a huge departure from what they have done in the past but to me it seems logical. MG have benefited from Aprilia technology in the past, but for obvious reasons the brands can't compete with each other. However It seems to me that the stelvio has generated a lot of interest in the bike press around the world. It would be hard to ignore a cheaper, lighter version. It could potentially sell shitloads which can't be a bad thing. It is pretty obvious that it is basically copying the GS800, but from what I understand that is selling very well. Why not do something mainstream that is in fashion?
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How about a lightweight Stelvio based on Shiver?
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loftyjohn
Cruisin' Guzzisti
Hi Max
I can see where you are coming from
The Shiver is a fantastic bike in it's own right, but it is for the middle weight bandit buyer in a V format
What we need is a 850 4v moto guzzi engined bike with a 6 gallon fuel tank
Loftyjohn
I can see where you are coming from
The Shiver is a fantastic bike in it's own right, but it is for the middle weight bandit buyer in a V format
What we need is a 850 4v moto guzzi engined bike with a 6 gallon fuel tank
Loftyjohn
I would agree with percival, A rebadged/re-engineered Aprilia is not what I want from Guzzi. A 4 valve per cylinder transverse V twin version of a Stelvio would be cool.
Gary
Cruisin' Guzzisti
Big tank does it for me, a mate of mine came over recently on his GS. 07 GS adventure gets a 33ltr tank......465 miles between fill ups
yo boys, what do you think the dosoduro is?
loftyjohn
Cruisin' Guzzisti
Hi Gang
The Dorsoduro is a super moto derived Shiver Bloody great tool loads of leg room
Crap seat
crap fuel tank
Loftyjohn
The Dorsoduro is a super moto derived Shiver
Bloody great tool loads of leg room Crap seat
crap fuel tank Loftyjohn
guzzirider
Cruisin' Guzzisti
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Re:How about a lightweight Stelvio based on Shiver
GSA giving 465 miles between fill ups- means about 10 tank fills for every rear drive bearing failure!
GSA giving 465 miles between fill ups- means about 10 tank fills for every rear drive bearing failure!
When we first heard of the Stelvio, it was announced in 1200 and 850cc versions. That was before it was known that there'd be a 4v engine. Given the economic situation, I think it's reasonable to expect that any new engine projects are going to be kept on ice for a while. Esp. if the 850cc isn't just going to be a reduced bore/stroke version of the 1200 (as with the 2V 850cc engine), which we'd have to hope for if the "lite" version is really going to be lighter!
leafman60
Cruisin' Guzzisti
I had a BMW GSA and it was a terribly overweight rig, especially when full and especially when off-road. I went back to the regular GS. If I need an extra fuel cell, Ill strap a can on the back. Im ready for a break after about 5 gallons anyway.
I agree with the desire to see Guzzi offer better performing smaller bikes. Id luv the new V7 if it had horsepower competitive with other bikes in its range, Triumph Thruxton etc.
I agree with the desire to see Guzzi offer better performing smaller bikes. Id luv the new V7 if it had horsepower competitive with other bikes in its range, Triumph Thruxton etc.