I'm looking at purchasing my first Moto Guzzi in the V7 lineup. I have the option of picking up a new 2016 model V7 II Stone for a pretty good deal given that the dealer is trying to make room for 2017 lineup, and Moto Guzzi in addition has a promotion going on on last year's models to make head room for the new V7 III. I understand that the V7 II has only been in production a couple years before the V7 III's are coming out with several new updates, particularily engine components (crankshaft, oil sump, venting system, cylinder heads, pistons, etc.) which one article says the V7 III lineup is "guaranteeing higher performance and reliability".
The "higher performance" of the V7 III, though not what I'm looking for, is nominal in my opinion, in addition to the bike gaining roughly 50 more lbs. The reliability however does peak my interest. I wanted to get peoples opinion on if the improvements made to the V7III will likely create a more reliable bike as the article suggests, or should I grab up a 2016 model at a steal?
The "higher performance" of the V7 III, though not what I'm looking for, is nominal in my opinion, in addition to the bike gaining roughly 50 more lbs. The reliability however does peak my interest. I wanted to get peoples opinion on if the improvements made to the V7III will likely create a more reliable bike as the article suggests, or should I grab up a 2016 model at a steal?