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V7II 750 Special or V9 850 Roamer

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OzMGV7/9

Just got it firing!
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Location
Wynnum, Queensland, Australia
Thanks for admission. I am looking at moving from my high tech Honda 800 to a retro twin, and so joining MG owners club.

My bike is my daily so an important decision. I cant decide on a used V7II 750 with bigger tank and taco or used V9 850 with bigger motor, forward pegs & slightly longer.

I have ridden a v7 and had clutch issue -difficult to find N (poss thrust washer issue). It had a pretty severe vibration though pegs until I found the sweet rev range. That may be normal.

A used V9 test drive involves a big day or overnight trip. So trying to weigh up options before I commit to burning a day on test drive only to learn its not going to work as my main mode of transport.

I also need to fit a top box for shopping (it is my main transport). I’m not sure if V7 or V9 is better for this. My daily drive involves both HW speed and low speed filtering through peak hour traffic.

So any feedback on these models would be appreciated. thanks.
 
Giddy in Wynnum! I have a V7III Special over here in Perth, WA. It is perfect for commuting and longer rides in the country. Will hold 110kph+ comfortably. 750cc is plenty for me - I've not tried an 850. With the GTM fuel map I get 350 - 400km to reserve per tank, mixed hwy/city, depending on how spirited I ride and the head winds.

The III series gearbox is great - like many bikes, just getting the right knack of finding neutral is required - easier from 1st with a little clutch out. I have no trouble. Tacho is a nice-to-have but in reality I rarely look at it and never red-line it - just change gears when the revs and conditions are right. It is not a sports bike after all. It is a V2 - you will always get some vibes, but that is the character of the bike and it is not unbearable.

Best thing I did was get the GTM fuel map, after market mufflers, free flowing air filter and get rid of all the SAS etc. It transforms the bike and makes it so much smoother and responsive. Add Matris suspension upgrade, drop the triple clamp 10mm on the forks, use a 110/80 front tyre (see threads for all these on this forum) and a Guzzi OEM comfort gel seat and the handling and comfort is much improved.

Having said that, it is always best to test ride your selections on hwy and city if you can.
Happy hunting!
Cheers.
 
IMO A test ride is a must even if its a trip. I don't think the difference between a 750 and 850 will matter. Buy the one that you're most comfortable riding position wise. If you're good with either, buy the newest year.

Other than a very short time years ago, I'm also new to Guzzi right now. Finding first gear is easy once you understand that you don't try to mash it with your foot, you gently encourage it. Letting out the clutch a bit makes it even easier.
 
andyalp said:
Giddy in Wynnum! I have a V7III Special over here in Perth, WA. It is perfect for commuting and longer rides in the country. Will hold 110kph+ comfortably. 750cc is plenty for me - I've not tried an 850. With the GTM fuel map I get 350 - 400km to reserve per tank, mixed hwy/city, depending on how spirited I ride and the head winds.

The III series gearbox is great - like many bikes, just getting the right knack of finding neutral is required - easier from 1st with a little clutch out. I have no trouble. Tacho is a nice-to-have but in reality I rarely look at it and never red-line it - just change gears when the revs and conditions are right. It is not a sports bike after all. It is a V2 - you will always get some vibes, but that is the character of the bike and it is not unbearable.

Best thing I did was get the GTM fuel map, after market mufflers, free flowing air filter and get rid of all the SAS etc. It transforms the bike and makes it so much smoother and responsive. Add Matris suspension upgrade, drop the triple clamp 10mm on the forks, use a 110/80 front tyre (see threads for all these on this forum) and a Guzzi OEM comfort gel seat and the handling and comfort is much improved.

Having said that, it is always best to test ride your selections on hwy and city if you can.
Happy hunting!
Cheers.
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Thanks Andy for all that detail. I will look up the GTM map to see who does it in Brisbane. I have seen lots about Agostini pipes. I think this bike has the original tyres, which aren’t rated too highly.
 
George_S said:
IMO A test ride is a must even if its a trip. I don't think the difference between a 750 and 850 will matter. Buy the one that you're most comfortable riding position wise. If you're good with either, buy the newest year.

Other than a very short time years ago, I'm also new to Guzzi right now. Finding first gear is easy once you understand that you don't try to mash it with your foot, you gently encourage it. Letting out the clutch a bit makes it even easier.
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Thanks George, I’ll remember to feather the clutch a little.
 
OzMGV7/9 said:
Thanks Andy for all that detail. I will look up the GTM map to see who does it in Brisbane. I have seen lots about Agostini pipes. I think this bike has the original tyres, which aren’t rated too highly.
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GTM map is only available directly from the GTM store https://gtmotocycles.com/collections/fueling
I have Mistral pipes which are very nice.
 
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