Got mine last week and can’t wait for the weather to improve so that I can try it properly. On the ride home from the dealers it feels like it fulfils all of the promise!
Picked my Verde S up last week and am over the moon. Ok, I'm in my 50s but this Guzzi just does everything I'm looking for out of a bike. Aesthetically, it's a piece of Italian art. Couldn't be happier. Just need to get my head around all the TFT menus and fine tune.
After doing a 3 week 3,500 miles tour of Europe in the summer on my Ducati Diavel I started to look at sports tourers. Took out a white v100 for as test drive and as soon as I got back to the dealers, order one. What a fantastic bike, my 1st moto Guzzi.
Other than just some styling exercise for Guzzi, which admittedly is far more successful than we all could’ve hoped for in attracting audiences from all walks of life, what I appreciate is that Guzzi didn’t just “catch up” to the rest of the market in bringing everything new to Guzzi, to receive a sort of “oh, good for them” sort of response, no, they managed to also bring something innovative to the industry by way of those adaptive aero panels. This might not spread to other bikes or manufacturers down the road, but it reminds me of when Harley released their Pan America. They didn’t just “catch up” but also introduced their electronic lowering suspension, and now you see Ducati implementing it in their new Rally Multi V4. The industry is so competitive in a space really not too large at all compared to the auto industry, if a company wishes to survive, they can’t only keep up, but push boundaries, so I’m happy and excited to see how both Harley and Guzzi move forward, and other manufacturers for that matter.
Took a test ride on the white base model on release date at my nearest dealer. I'd already fallen in love with the press release videos and reviews from journalists. Soon as I rode this beauty, I had to have one. Easy to handle for a litre bike, very reassuring yet powerful and fun. At first, I wanted the S version in green/silver but unlike release videos, comes with black wheels not gold! Not what I wanted and don't get why you can't order the gold rims with a new order. Missing a trick there Guzzi! Anyway, dealer had a red one with lovely gold wheels and I decided I couldn't benefit much from the Ohlins suspension, quick shifter, TPMS, heated grips and smartphone integration. I have good heated gloves, smartphone integration to my helmet and the standard suspension and usual gearshift was very good for me. Saves £2250 which paid for panniers (arrived and fitted 2 weeks after taking delivery) plus top box and engine protectors with cash to spare for insurance, tax and a service. Great build quality, reliability unknown as yet, more characterful and classy than equivalent Triumphs and Hondas that I've owned a few of before. Sounds fantastic, so smooth and just quite different (in many good ways) to the competition. Panniers are excellent and so easy on and off. Bit of a long wait for topbox, rack and engine protectors. Guzzi need to up their game with parts/accessories supply but otherwise, a sheer delight and feel so lucky to be owning this bike!
I usually have zero interest in modern bikes but this is the first machine in years I am actually considering purchasing. Still has the Guzzi DNA and enough power balanced with good technology. I love Guzzis and own an 850 Le Mans. Good review by the way.
Not riding any more (illness) but always loved Guzzis and now they've absolutely nailed it as far as I can tell - if I was looking to get a new bike this would be The One, bar nothing.
Being a Guzzi owner myself… for me the V100 screams ART ART ART!!! DESIGN DESIGN!!!! The way they solved the ‘quarter turn ‘outside’ of the cilinders therefore assembling the exhausts on the outside ( creating space for the cooler) is so coole!!!! Wish I could effort it!!!
Last year (2021), I started bird-dawgin this Italian beauty. In September 2022, I gave Plano, Texas USA Moto Guzzi a $500 deposit. Early in the morning of 10/17/2022, on the Moto Guzzi USA web store, I entered my online “reservation” for the 2023 V100 Mandello “S” in “Centenario” Livery (premium Verde 2121 color) - Special Edition $17,490. The customer care representative told me my Order# 190 was the 1st V100 Mandello order received by Moto Guzzi USA. I’m SUPER EXCITED! To me, the V100 Mandello is STUNNINGLY EXOTIC & HANDSOME!
One of the best if not the best review of this glamour motorcycle, not surprisingly on this channel. The way you describe the outskirts of Mandello del Lario, using James Bond as a comparison, so true. That’s what it is about, a great wine in the right recipient in the right place. You don’t buy a Patek Philippe to know what time it is, or drink a Château Margaux because you’re thirsty. This Guzzi will move both the body and the soul.
I am a Guzzi guy. At 71 I love the V100. I'd like to travel the USA on this bike. BUT, BUT my local dealer won't be there, will they? I need a big support system for a big country. Honda, HD and Kaw would be a better choose. Multiple weeks in a hotel is a scary thought. Dam, it might be worth it because I've had a few bike over the years and Guzzi just does it for me!
I own two Guzzis, a 2003 V11 and 2020 V85TT, and have also owned an Aprilia Caponord. I am really looking forward to taking a test tide and would buy one in a heartbeat! Great looking, with the performance stepped up a bit, at a reasonable price - a big YES!
I've always had bikes (and always Italian ones since the mid-90s) but never, ever thought about buying a new bike. Until now. A rush of blood to the head two weeks ago and I had no hesitation in ordering a Mandello S. My Gen 1 Tuono, that I dearly love, will have to make way for it. If you look at it objectively, however, the V100 isn't really a new class of bike; it's what all bikes used to be before the mid-80s. In other words, a motorbike. Something that looked great, went well, worked perfectly for 90% of owners, 90% of the time, by people who didn't want to go off-road or do track days and also couldn't afford, or have the space for, a fleet of bikes for every occasion. I am lucky to own some lovely (quick enough) old 80s and 90s bikes but I think the V100 could actually be my only bike.........if I could just bring myself to part with the others!
Beautiful Italian art as only Italians can do. This the only bike I have seen that checks ALL my boxes. I can’t wait to ride one. I think the price is considerably better than what I expected from all things considered. The only issue I have would be product support here in the USA.
Im a certified petrolhead (born in America of Italian descent) and i am just getting into motorcycles now in my late 40s. One thing that i have noticed (and its likely because there is a much smaller german market presence and a much stronger Italian and Japanese presence than in the automotive world) that Italians and their products are actually treated fairly and with due respect. It seems to actually be baked into the motorcycle journalist community. I have to be honest and say in any english language car content italian cars are negatively stereotyped generally treated like crap (and usually complete with goofy racist tropes like its cool or something). Part of it is that the Italian car industry has had more ups and downs than the more robust and steadier Italian 2 wheeled industry did, and that means the product suffered giving people the excuse to be provincial knobs, but it would always rub me wrong when auto journalists (and this is across the entire English speaking world, not an exclusively UK thing, if anything the stereotypes and laughing at and not with vibe seems worse in America after the return of FIAT and Alfa Romeo, but i digress)...anyway its refreshing to watch a video in English on an Italian product and not have your culture derided...but in fact celebrated as in the case of this video. It doesnt hurt that this seems like a cracking motorcycle...i think i want one. Anyway you guys seem very fair and unbiased and i honestly feels this extends to your motorcycle journalist colleagues in general, and it only makes me feel like i may have found my tribe...Motorcyclists are indeed a breed apart and i look forward to exploring this world further. All the best and look forward to more videos.
Italians are the best. We civilized everyone so they should just shut up. Go travel and learn how many Italy firsts there have been over 1000s of years that civilized the world. They just envy the heritage and style that's all.
Seems like a good competitor for the r1250r. Its less powerful but lighter and it has better wind protection but its not fully protected. The engines stick out the sides. And once you start clicking around in bmws options they are basically the same price.
best looking bike release I have seen in a while. One thing that does put me off some of the Italian brands (gizzi, aprilia and MV) is the lack of dealers. If that improves then the Italian design and spec is too good not to consider.
Looks like a very good step on from those of us who have had and enjoyed VFR800s. My 2nd bike was an 82 Guzzi SP1000NT, very characterful and practical touring bike back in the day (dates me somewhat...), but let down by quality issues. Hopefully the Piaggio / Aprilia links will help out there.
Thanks for the video guys one of the best in my opinion re the V100, no regrets after buying the V100S 6 months ago and now that I am confident enough to have a play with the suspension setting I can tell you that this is top dollar, absolute class act with a sound track that puts you in mind of a second ww Spitfire engine when it pops and burbles on the overrun.
Well done Guzzi. Nice job. A completely new bike. A bit surprisingly but still... lets wait about the market. It has the last word. I am waiting to ride one. Well done video. You got my like.
Great bike! Bough one a few weeks ago. It's beautiful, fun, and characterful. Sits in out garage next to a 2015 Multistrada 1200 touring. Love them both
I was Shopping the Tiger GT Pro before this was released, after seeing the V100 and watching the reviews, I changed my mind and have put a deposit on an V100 S
I think these look great, the Armani suit analogy spot on, and I like the idea of a Guzzi but you hear so many stories of bad support when things go wrong...which they will do. This makes me shy away from lashing out that kind of money. The R1250RS would also be a competitor and would probably get my money.
I'm surprised they didn't mention the R1250RS, that seems the obvious competitor to me. I'll definitely be going to take a look at one of these next year, it's a fantastic looking bike.
Very nice bike and I can’t wait to try it. I’m surprised you didn’t mention the very obvious Suzuki GSX-S1000 GT which is a big commercial success this year and the posher BMW R1250RS. Both bikes are in the sports touring segment, just like the V100. Exciting times for sports tourers, I hope we see more of them in the future, not everyone wants or needs an “adventure” bike.
I rode a demo V100 the day after the dealer took delivery. I've not fallen in love with a bike so much since my Ducati 851 in 1990. How old am I? Been loving a Honda 5th gen VFR in between for many years but this is one awesome bike. Loving it and looking forward to owning one...hopefully!
I've never considered a moto guzzi before. I've had a vfr 800 for the last 19 years and I'm looking for a replacement but I need something more comfortable with some modern features. Character and style are high on my priorities and the v100 mandello seems like it has it all. I'm waiting for a test ride in the U.S but from all the reviews I'm sure it will be everything I hope it is.
I cant wait. Hopefully going to get my Mandello S around Christmas. Dealer just told me the side cases have arrived. Thats for to be a first for Guzzi accessories ready before the bike (waited nearly 10 months for a centre stand for my V7 850). Had a test ride on the standard version 2 weeks ago. Fabulous thing, even as a shorty with 29in inside seam it was manageable. Build quality looked really fad. Its a Guzzi Ok but not as we know it. Some die hard Guzzisti will hate it. My only gripe is the side stand is a bit of a bugger to deploy if youve got short legs.
You can definitely see some Aprilia design features in the bike which isn't a bad thing. Now I just wish Aprilia would do a proper sports tourer with that V4.
Looking forward to test driving one ! Looks good, sounds good on the videos. Interested to feel how the v100 is at motorway speed ie wind protection/is the engine getting stressed ? How comfortable for a six foot rider. Is the 's' version worth the extra cash ?
Ive had a guzzi breva 1200 for a while now and the are a heavy bike , but I love it . This new bike with all the new electronics and engine excites me to considering buying one . pity the dont do it in black . but just so classy !
Will get one...about a year after they've had real-world road time. The reliability should be much better than any previous MG, but there's still a dearth of dealers in the US, and independents are not keen to work on them after warranty. If you've only got room for one bike, if it is up against the Tracer 9GT, the nod would have to go to the Yamaha. Entertaining is a different way, but no questions about running costs and long-term reliability. You can't have fun on a bike that's in the shop.
It's the bike i want the most. It's beautiful, has enough power without being excessive and many accessories van be added to it. The original Moto Guzzi accessory prices are high but I'm syre i van find cheaper or build up slowly from those stunning standard models.
It´s my favourite bike of 2023. Will I buy one? No. Why? We already knw that the Stelvio will be the next V100 model. But I'm waiting for a V100 Le Mans gentleman's sportsbike or a V100 Sport naked sportsbike. Those will be epic!
Thinking of changing my VFR1200X DCT for the V100S................will the Guzzi feel/be as quick as the big V4 ??? (I'm hoping the 40-50kg weight difference will make up for the shortfall in grunt}
I don't think you guys will see this, but on the topic of Guzzis not usually being that exciting; if you get the chance to swing a leg over a Moto Guzzi Griso, take that opportunity. It's a raucous, fun, exciting bike that reminds me of something like a Super Duke, but smaller. I can't recommend it enough.
I've always respected Guzzi but there retro styling wasn't all that appealing to me. I'm in the market for a new (Italian) bike next spring and this has truly garnered my attention. What a beautiful machine.
A great bike I guess, its on my list. Going to test ride it next year. After I got my R1200GS stolen in March, I filled the gap with a V85tt and the Guzzi really healed my pain of loss. At the moment all Guzzi's are excellent bikes so I expect the V100 being a prilliant bike, too.
Any reason the bike in this video does not have the gold wheels as shown in the early promo pictures, as I would definitely want those on a green and silver model.
There's no way Guzzi even discussed moving away from the shaft drive longitudinal V-twin right? It's the main identifier of their brand! Shame they feel they have to go liquid cooled, guess I'll have to snap up a V85TT before Euro VI comes in!
I wish the EU would just dissolve, they've pushed the planet to melting point, as the C-19 lockdowns exposed....atmosphere so clean,the suns rays are so strong, skin cancer rates are going to explode! Stuff the media should be investigating, instead of being complicit. As for motorcycles, we've peaked!
Lots of videos compare this bike to mine, which is the BMW R1250RS. Looks like there’s an update coming probably in 1-2 two years. R1300 with more get up and go, new chassis and lighter weight. Wow. I do find the reviews on the Mandello intriguing, however
I owned a MK5 Guzzi Le Mans which I just loved and have been waiting for Guzzi put out something that interests me as much as the Le Mans did. Currently riding a Honda cb 1000 witch is a great bike and have 😊😊done a huge amount of trouble free miles on. Just been waiting for Guzzi to catch up a little in terms of horsepower Would definitely consider this one for my next bike.
What matters is available torque. Given that this has around 80% available at 3,500rpm, it makes is a useable bike. Maximum BHP is pretty meaningless once you get into these power figures anyway.
At 1:50 in your video, you state the weight as 247kg. Moto Guzzi state the wet weight as 233kg as per EU 168/2013... Have you weighed the V100 and found it to weigh 247kg?
The important test for this bike is Motorway for 2 hour stint at a time. Everywhere else it seems a winner. Electric motor in screen motor is load compared to Bmw, and switch gear looks great quality until you press buttons, I am being picky as I have BMW,s. and a Ducati, who switch gear is better Quality.
The BMW R1250RS is the forgotten sports tourer! 1254cc shaft drive boxer-twin with over 130hp & 140Nm torque at the crank 😊 Great spec too if you tick the options boxes for a similar price to the Guzzi. The Mandello does look classier though I can't argue with that!
Yes, this is the main competitor. I've had BMWs for around thirty years, but finally decided to switch to the Guzzi. The last RS I had was the original oilhead boxer - the 1100. If you look at the style of that bike, there are echoes in the V100.
@Terrell Garren the GS is more dual purpose. The RS is the classic sport tourer. I started with one of those before switching to the RT. They are different enough, although overall, I preferred the RT. The V100 is a bike I'd consider an all rounder.
@@markellott5620 Well, I said more capable, you countered with dual purpose. So many categories of bikes and now you add "all rounder". Never mind, I think you just want to debate.
@@terrellgarren7125 Not really, just responding in kind to your points as people do when having a conversation. People like to categorise bikes and I'm not convinced this is a good idea. The term all rounder is as old as the hills. It's a do anything bike - commuter, Sunday rider, long distance two up tourer. I haven't added anything new with this description. The GS is a dual purpose bike in a way that the other boxers aren't, as it is designed to be ridden off road and on. When it first came out, it was very much a dirt bike. It's evolved since then, but not everyone wants a tall, heavy off road bike, hence the RS fits nicely in between this and the RT. If the V100 hadn't come along, I'd have switched back to the RS from the RT. I would never consider a GS. Too tall and I would never take it on the rough. So, yes, the RS has its place.
Had a black '08 Norge and currently own a green 2012 Stelvio NTX; Moto GUZZI is lit and the v100 is just the tip of the iceberg if you consider the broader scope of what they plan to do with the factory itself in the coming years. Can we actually wave goodbye to the electrical gremlins and soft roller tappets of yesteryear; and how easy will it be with the new models to change a clutch out? These are the questions that Guzzisti want to know, and that the new market should know if we're moving into a new paradigm with the brand. :)
This is my new favorite bike. Even with its quirks and flaws, I just love it after checking it out in person during lunchtime today. Very James Bond lol. 😂👍🏾
I totally disagree with you about what bikes it competes with. Of course it is the Ninja SX and GSX1000GT. The bikes you compared it to are more "I wanna go offroad" while the Moto Guzzi and the GT/SX are sporttourers. I drive the Ninja SX now but went to EICMA both -21 and this year to look and sit on it. I´m very keen on driving one, if it is as great as it looks, i´ll by one. It would be the S model but I would like the gold rims.
Fair point. However much the current VSTROM and Multistrada look like they want to go offroad, they would be little better than the V100 in actually doing it.
Id rather take my GSXR off road than a 1050 vstrom! Lol... Probably the closest bike would be the tracer 9 GT and GT+. I think the Ninja SX and GSX1000gt are a slightly different proposition, more power, but typically Japanese and with less character. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
@@KnoxArmour, you also have the Ducati Supersport S and the BMW R1250RS in the mix. Anyhow, I´m glad that more bikes in this category appears on the scene. For us who "need" (or rather want) a bike for trackdays as well as touring there have been quite a slim bunch to choose from. At least in Sweden where I live, maybe there are other models on other, bigger, markets. I liked the review a lot, can´t wait for a report after driving it under different conditions and for a longer period of time. Hopefully also with passenger and panniers.
@@terrellgarren7125 I guess you are right regarding the offroad capabilities. 😀 In terms of looks I would prefer the Supersport S before those two, but I prefer the V100 to the SS. In my present bike (Ninja SX) I have more power than the V100 but I almost never uses it outside the tracks. It is the tourqe that thrills me, the SX have a lot of it, the V100 have more at lower RPM. My childhood dream was the Le Mans III, it got beaten by the litre bikes on the straights butwas quicker in the corners. I hope for a similar behavior on his one.
@@KnoxArmour Hello Aaron, as a happy Ninja owner who comes from a R1250GS and a keen reader/follower of articles/videos related to motorbikes, I'm always a bit at at a loss when journalists talk about "character", it's very subjective, isn't it? Arguably the BMW flat-twin is more characterful than an Japanese DOHC inline-four but I switched to the Ninja because I find the engine more refined, mechanically less "busy", acoustically more discreet (although I wear earplugs, highway stints on the GS were not very agreeable because of the rather noisy exhaust), it has a beefy midrange that allows you to pull in sixth gear when you're doing 50km/h, it is seriously fast when you climb up the rev range which it does with a lot of ease... what else do you want from an engine? Why would this account to a deficit of character? Unless of course you want to savor the character by just cruising along and feeling the vibrations and the beautiful exhaust note or by listening to it at standstill. But is character any distinctive attribute when it comes to doing miles, covering ground and attacking the bends? Cheers
Buy far the best looking new bike release this year never had moto guzzi on my radar but this is a totally different animal definitely want a test ride .just for reference currently own 950 multistrada.
What a beautiful bike,, well built and stylish,,nice to be different,, engine looks Great,,,if I was in the market for that type of bike be right up there,,, hopefully it sells well, deserves to do well ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️👍
Beautiful bike and the price is reasonable, I all ready love my current Guzzi 1400 California touring. The question is, is it suitable for a tall riders around 6ft 2 ??? A forward controls options would have made this bike perfect for everyone. It is annoying, must European and Japanese motorcycles manufacturers mostly cater to short and average height riders with exception of the American companies like Harley Davidson and Indian.
Hi guys Just recently pre ordered the tracer 9gt+ and I don't regret it one bit. Other than looks and shaft drive I'd rather stick with yamaha. Moto guzzi has alot of new parts on this bike that could go wrong like the gimmick of the tank flaps. At 16k it's 3 to 4 grand more expensive than main competition without even adding luggage. Don't get me wrong if I wanted a bike I was just looking at then this wins hands down easy. Price and reliability I will stick to yammy
I liked my Yamaha Tracer, but it's simply not in this class. As for it being new, therefore potentially unreliable, as mentioned int he video, all of the tech is tried and tested on other bikes and has the pedigree. Anything can go wrong, even Yamahas. My Tracer was subject to a recall after all.
@Mark Ellott yeah I agree it's in a class of its own. Not quite as pricey as a bmw or ktm or ducati but more expensive than Japanese manufacturers. If inwas brave enough I would get one
Had both Tracer 900's(GT by default),not a tourer, I did 800mls on Day2 of ownership of the first one,and could have sold it to the French dealer servicing it,absolutely terrible seat,literally bleeding from my brown eye! Guzzi has my attention, just think, that would be around 130bhp had they fitted a chain drive?
I was hoping to see this bike at the Birmingham NEC show but unfortunately Moto Guzzi were conspicuous by their absence. Not the best way to launch a new bike in the UK, in my opinion.
Very nice bike but one should wait one maybe two years, to let the engine develop because there may be some gremlins in a new platform such as this engine.
Looks like a brilliant recipe of a bike with sports & adventure models coming. Oozing class, build quality and character, what’s not to like?
Agree, especially in that Lake Como backdrop! Aaron KNOX
Price...Honda Rebel 1100T bagger comes in at £11300,base Guzzi should have been priced around there...DCT,on the Honda,cases as well?
The market will have the last word about it.
Neither of those two competent bikes you mention are in the Guzzi’s league for build, quality, heritage and class.
The market will indeed have the final say, but until then, Guzzi will, as they always have, done things their way.
Yeah!!!! I'm Born in Como Lake, Guzzi for us is a national treasure!! Greetings from Como
Got mine last week and can’t wait for the weather to improve so that I can try it properly. On the ride home from the dealers it feels like it fulfils all of the promise!
Hopefully you won't have to wait to long, what colour did you go for?
Ah, so someone has got one. I'm still waiting.
Awesome, enjoy!
how do you feel quickshifter 1>2?
Picked my Verde S up last week and am over the moon. Ok, I'm in my 50s but this Guzzi just does everything I'm looking for out of a bike. Aesthetically, it's a piece of Italian art. Couldn't be happier. Just need to get my head around all the TFT menus and fine tune.
After doing a 3 week 3,500 miles tour of Europe in the summer on my Ducati Diavel I started to look at sports tourers. Took out a white v100 for as test drive and as soon as I got back to the dealers, order one. What a fantastic bike, my 1st moto Guzzi.
Other than just some styling exercise for Guzzi, which admittedly is far more successful than we all could’ve hoped for in attracting audiences from all walks of life, what I appreciate is that Guzzi didn’t just “catch up” to the rest of the market in bringing everything new to Guzzi, to receive a sort of “oh, good for them” sort of response, no, they managed to also bring something innovative to the industry by way of those adaptive aero panels. This might not spread to other bikes or manufacturers down the road, but it reminds me of when Harley released their Pan America. They didn’t just “catch up” but also introduced their electronic lowering suspension, and now you see Ducati implementing it in their new Rally Multi V4. The industry is so competitive in a space really not too large at all compared to the auto industry, if a company wishes to survive, they can’t only keep up, but push boundaries, so I’m happy and excited to see how both Harley and Guzzi move forward, and other manufacturers for that matter.
Well put
Took a test ride on the white base model on release date at my nearest dealer. I'd already fallen in love with the press release videos and reviews from journalists. Soon as I rode this beauty, I had to have one. Easy to handle for a litre bike, very reassuring yet powerful and fun. At first, I wanted the S version in green/silver but unlike release videos, comes with black wheels not gold! Not what I wanted and don't get why you can't order the gold rims with a new order. Missing a trick there Guzzi! Anyway, dealer had a red one with lovely gold wheels and I decided I couldn't benefit much from the Ohlins suspension, quick shifter, TPMS, heated grips and smartphone integration. I have good heated gloves, smartphone integration to my helmet and the standard suspension and usual gearshift was very good for me. Saves £2250 which paid for panniers (arrived and fitted 2 weeks after taking delivery) plus top box and engine protectors with cash to spare for insurance, tax and a service.
Great build quality, reliability unknown as yet, more characterful and classy than equivalent Triumphs and Hondas that I've owned a few of before. Sounds fantastic, so smooth and just quite different (in many good ways) to the competition. Panniers are excellent and so easy on and off. Bit of a long wait for topbox, rack and engine protectors. Guzzi need to up their game with parts/accessories supply but otherwise, a sheer delight and feel so lucky to be owning this bike!
I usually have zero interest in modern bikes but this is the first machine in years I am actually considering purchasing. Still has the Guzzi DNA and enough power balanced with good technology. I love Guzzis and own an 850 Le Mans. Good review by the way.
Not riding any more (illness) but always loved Guzzis and now they've absolutely nailed it as far as I can tell - if I was looking to get a new bike this would be The One, bar nothing.
Great isnt it! Aaron KNOX
Had a Stelvio...loved it, even though it had cam recall troubles...
I agree. Great step ahead, using a completely new liquid cooled engine is quite a surprise. I rode some Guzzis, you can check them. :)
Being a Guzzi owner myself… for me the V100 screams ART ART ART!!! DESIGN DESIGN!!!!
The way they solved the ‘quarter turn ‘outside’ of the cilinders therefore assembling the exhausts on the outside ( creating space for the cooler) is so coole!!!! Wish I could effort it!!!
Last year (2021), I started bird-dawgin this Italian beauty.
In September 2022, I gave Plano, Texas USA Moto Guzzi a $500 deposit.
Early in the morning of 10/17/2022, on the Moto Guzzi USA web store, I entered my online “reservation” for the 2023 V100 Mandello “S” in “Centenario” Livery (premium Verde 2121 color) - Special Edition $17,490.
The customer care representative told me my Order# 190 was the 1st V100 Mandello order received by Moto Guzzi USA.
I’m SUPER EXCITED!
To me, the V100 Mandello is STUNNINGLY EXOTIC & HANDSOME!
One of the best if not the best review of this glamour motorcycle, not surprisingly on this channel. The way you describe the outskirts of Mandello del Lario, using James Bond as a comparison, so true. That’s what it is about, a great wine in the right recipient in the right place. You don’t buy a Patek Philippe to know what time it is, or drink a Château Margaux because you’re thirsty. This Guzzi will move both the body and the soul.
I am a Guzzi guy. At 71 I love the V100. I'd like to travel the USA on this bike. BUT, BUT my local dealer won't be there, will they? I need a big support system for a big country. Honda, HD and Kaw would be a better choose. Multiple weeks in a hotel is a scary thought. Dam, it might be worth it because I've had a few bike over the years and Guzzi just does it for me!
I own two Guzzis, a 2003 V11 and 2020 V85TT, and have also owned an Aprilia Caponord. I am really looking forward to taking a test tide and would buy one in a heartbeat! Great looking, with the performance stepped up a bit, at a reasonable price - a big YES!
I've always had bikes (and always Italian ones since the mid-90s) but never, ever thought about buying a new bike. Until now. A rush of blood to the head two weeks ago and I had no hesitation in ordering a Mandello S. My Gen 1 Tuono, that I dearly love, will have to make way for it. If you look at it objectively, however, the V100 isn't really a new class of bike; it's what all bikes used to be before the mid-80s. In other words, a motorbike. Something that looked great, went well, worked perfectly for 90% of owners, 90% of the time, by people who didn't want to go off-road or do track days and also couldn't afford, or have the space for, a fleet of bikes for every occasion. I am lucky to own some lovely (quick enough) old 80s and 90s bikes but I think the V100 could actually be my only bike.........if I could just bring myself to part with the others!
The red for me looks lovely.
Very classy, even more so in the flesh! Aaron KNOX
Beautiful Italian art as only Italians can do. This the only bike I have seen that checks ALL my boxes. I can’t wait to ride one. I think the price is considerably better than what I expected from all things considered. The only issue I have would be product support here in the USA.
I currently own a Tracer 900, but 90% sure this Mandello will be replacing it when they are available to me in Canada
Im a certified petrolhead (born in America of Italian descent) and i am just getting into motorcycles now in my late 40s. One thing that i have noticed (and its likely because there is a much smaller german market presence and a much stronger Italian and Japanese presence than in the automotive world) that Italians and their products are actually treated fairly and with due respect. It seems to actually be baked into the motorcycle journalist community. I have to be honest and say in any english language car content italian cars are negatively stereotyped generally treated like crap (and usually complete with goofy racist tropes like its cool or something).
Part of it is that the Italian car industry has had more ups and downs than the more robust and steadier Italian 2 wheeled industry did, and that means the product suffered giving people the excuse to be provincial knobs, but it would always rub me wrong when auto journalists (and this is across the entire English speaking world, not an exclusively UK thing, if anything the stereotypes and laughing at and not with vibe seems worse in America after the return of FIAT and Alfa Romeo, but i digress)...anyway its refreshing to watch a video in English on an Italian product and not have your culture derided...but in fact celebrated as in the case of this video. It doesnt hurt that this seems like a cracking motorcycle...i think i want one.
Anyway you guys seem very fair and unbiased and i honestly feels this extends to your motorcycle journalist colleagues in general, and it only makes me feel like i may have found my tribe...Motorcyclists are indeed a breed apart and i look forward to exploring this world further. All the best and look forward to more videos.
Many thanks Albert, appreciate the feedback and kind words. Aaron KNOX
Italians are the best. We civilized everyone so they should just shut up. Go travel and learn how many Italy firsts there have been over 1000s of years that civilized the world. They just envy the heritage and style that's all.
« Mo’ho Guhzee » 😂
Seems like a good competitor for the r1250r. Its less powerful but lighter and it has better wind protection but its not fully protected. The engines stick out the sides. And once you start clicking around in bmws options they are basically the same price.
The R1250RS is a closer competitor. Similar weather protection and price.
best looking bike release I have seen in a while. One thing that does put me off some of the Italian brands (gizzi, aprilia and MV) is the lack of dealers. If that improves then the Italian design and spec is too good not to consider.
Agree, its definitely a real world consideration... Aaron KNOX
I love my V7, but could be seriously tempted by one of those...
Looks like a very good step on from those of us who have had and enjoyed VFR800s.
My 2nd bike was an 82 Guzzi SP1000NT, very characterful and practical touring bike back in the day (dates me somewhat...), but let down by quality issues. Hopefully the Piaggio / Aprilia links will help out there.
This was not just informative but entertaining as well. Very good job production-wise, all.
Thanks for the video guys one of the best in my opinion re the V100, no regrets after buying the V100S 6 months ago and now that I am confident enough to have a play with the suspension setting I can tell you that this is top dollar, absolute class act with a sound track that puts you in mind of a second ww Spitfire engine when it pops and burbles on the overrun.
Classic, characterful, work of engineering art.
Beautiful music and great review. I can’t wait to try one.
Well done Guzzi. Nice job. A completely new bike. A bit surprisingly but still... lets wait about the market. It has the last word. I am waiting to ride one. Well done video. You got my like.
Great bike! Bough one a few weeks ago. It's beautiful, fun, and characterful. Sits in out garage next to a 2015 Multistrada 1200 touring. Love them both
I was Shopping the Tiger GT Pro before this was released, after seeing the V100 and watching the reviews, I changed my mind and have put a deposit on an V100 S
I think these look great, the Armani suit analogy spot on, and I like the idea of a Guzzi but you hear so many stories of bad support when things go wrong...which they will do. This makes me shy away from lashing out that kind of money. The R1250RS would also be a competitor and would probably get my money.
I'm surprised they didn't mention the R1250RS, that seems the obvious competitor to me. I'll definitely be going to take a look at one of these next year, it's a fantastic looking bike.
Yes it was the one painfully obvious competitor and my current bike which I’ve yet to find a bike worthy of trading for. Maybe this is it?!
Love it in Red with the gold wheels. Very nice looking bike.
Very nice bike and I can’t wait to try it. I’m surprised you didn’t mention the very obvious Suzuki GSX-S1000 GT which is a big commercial success this year and the posher BMW R1250RS. Both bikes are in the sports touring segment, just like the V100. Exciting times for sports tourers, I hope we see more of them in the future, not everyone wants or needs an “adventure” bike.
Great review by guys that really understand what Moto Guzzi is about.
I’ve had lots of bikes but never a Guzzi. I’d buy this one, an Armani suit that you can wheelstand, I love it.
I rode a demo V100 the day after the dealer took delivery. I've not fallen in love with a bike so much since my Ducati 851 in 1990. How old am I? Been loving a Honda 5th gen VFR in between for many years but this is one awesome bike. Loving it and looking forward to owning one...hopefully!
Love the look of this bike. I will have to take a test ride although I bought a new Tracer 9GT in June. I wish this had been available then.
Love it, lokking to get this as my first sport tourer in a few years from now
…fantastic bike!
I've never considered a moto guzzi before. I've had a vfr 800 for the last 19 years and I'm looking for a replacement but I need something more comfortable with some modern features. Character and style are high on my priorities and the v100 mandello seems like it has it all. I'm waiting for a test ride in the U.S but from all the reviews I'm sure it will be everything I hope it is.
Kawasaki Ninja 1000sx, many vfr owners went that way
Thank you gents for a great in depth review.
I cant wait. Hopefully going to get my Mandello S around Christmas. Dealer just told me the side cases have arrived. Thats for to be a first for Guzzi accessories ready before the bike (waited nearly 10 months for a centre stand for my V7 850). Had a test ride on the standard version 2 weeks ago. Fabulous thing, even as a shorty with 29in inside seam it was manageable. Build quality looked really fad. Its a Guzzi Ok but not as we know it. Some die hard Guzzisti will hate it. My only gripe is the side stand is a bit of a bugger to deploy if youve got short legs.
Out of interest how much were the panniers?
Enjoy! Aaron KNOX
You can definitely see some Aprilia design features in the bike which isn't a bad thing. Now I just wish Aprilia would do a proper sports tourer with that V4.
The non-factory Tuono is all SPORTS Tourer.
Cannot WAIT to check out the new Stelvio!!
Looking forward to test driving one ! Looks good, sounds good on the videos. Interested to feel how the v100 is at motorway speed ie wind protection/is the engine getting stressed ? How comfortable for a six foot rider. Is the 's' version worth the extra cash ?
When I move back to sports-tourer, this is top of my list to try. How come they haven't shown us the luggage yet?
Not sure it was available at the time of the launch. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
They have. There are several UA-cam videos that show it and you can see it on the MG website under accessories.
Lovely bit of kit that
I love this motorcycle and would definitely consider owning one,I think they've pulled it off.
Cant wait to ride one. :)
Ive had a guzzi breva 1200 for a while now and the are a heavy bike , but I love it . This new bike with all the new electronics and engine excites me to considering buying one . pity the dont do it in black . but just so classy !
Will get one...about a year after they've had real-world road time. The reliability should be much better than any previous MG, but there's still a dearth of dealers in the US, and independents are not keen to work on them after warranty. If you've only got room for one bike, if it is up against the Tracer 9GT, the nod would have to go to the Yamaha. Entertaining is a different way, but no questions about running costs and long-term reliability. You can't have fun on a bike that's in the shop.
Been a while since I lusted for a bike like this.
Really special in the flesh! Aaron KNOX
It's the bike i want the most. It's beautiful, has enough power without being excessive and many accessories van be added to it. The original Moto Guzzi accessory prices are high but I'm syre i van find cheaper or build up slowly from those stunning standard models.
It´s my favourite bike of 2023. Will I buy one? No. Why? We already knw that the Stelvio will be the next V100 model. But I'm waiting for a V100 Le Mans gentleman's sportsbike or a V100 Sport naked sportsbike. Those will be epic!
Great platform for Guzzi! Aaron KNOX
I agree. A V100 LeMans or Stelvio would be highly desireable.
might replace my 2016 Stelvio with the new one!
I think it’s really nice and something different. Might have to book a test ride.
Simply stunning! This bike just oozes class!
Couldn't agree more!
Thinking of changing my VFR1200X DCT for the V100S................will the Guzzi feel/be as quick as the big V4 ??? (I'm hoping the 40-50kg weight difference will make up for the shortfall in grunt}
@I_am_Thursday are you replying to me with that lame ass, frankly insulting comment.
"Moat-a-Gutsi"...That accent and pronunciation lol
Looks a lovely bike...
It does!
I don't think you guys will see this, but on the topic of Guzzis not usually being that exciting; if you get the chance to swing a leg over a Moto Guzzi Griso, take that opportunity. It's a raucous, fun, exciting bike that reminds me of something like a Super Duke, but smaller. I can't recommend it enough.
Love it. Looks fantastic. Really interested to see what additional models this motor finds its way into. Definitely gotta test ride.
I've always respected Guzzi but there retro styling wasn't all that appealing to me. I'm in the market for a new (Italian) bike next spring and this has truly garnered my attention. What a beautiful machine.
Its beautiful
100%
A great bike I guess, its on my list. Going to test ride it next year. After I got my R1200GS stolen in March, I filled the gap with a V85tt and the Guzzi really healed my pain of loss. At the moment all Guzzi's are excellent bikes so I expect the V100 being a prilliant bike, too.
Any reason the bike in this video does not have the gold wheels as shown in the early promo pictures, as I would definitely want those on a green and silver model.
Guzzi change it, now gold wheels are only for the base model (red and white ), the sport have now the black ones
Guzzi WILL NOT budge on this. You have to buy a spare set of Gold wheels - madness!!
I like it. I’d need to see it, but I like it.
Ironically, the water pump engine(it's original use) is now water-cooled....want one!
I want one😍😍
Think a few people are in the same boat! Aaron KNOX
There's no way Guzzi even discussed moving away from the shaft drive longitudinal V-twin right? It's the main identifier of their brand! Shame they feel they have to go liquid cooled, guess I'll have to snap up a V85TT before Euro VI comes in!
I wish the EU would just dissolve, they've pushed the planet to melting point, as the C-19 lockdowns exposed....atmosphere so clean,the suns rays are so strong, skin cancer rates are going to explode! Stuff the media should be investigating, instead of being complicit. As for motorcycles, we've peaked!
I want one!!
Lots of videos compare this bike to mine, which is the BMW R1250RS. Looks like there’s an update coming probably in 1-2 two years. R1300 with more get up and go, new chassis and lighter weight. Wow. I do find the reviews on the Mandello intriguing, however
I owned a MK5 Guzzi Le Mans which I just loved and have been waiting for Guzzi put out something that interests me as much as the Le Mans did. Currently riding a Honda cb 1000 witch is a great bike and have 😊😊done a huge amount of trouble free miles on. Just been waiting for Guzzi to catch up a little in terms of horsepower Would definitely consider this one for my next bike.
Lovely bike, can’t wait to test it, ok not massive HP, but it’ll be perfect for 99% of riders
What matters is available torque. Given that this has around 80% available at 3,500rpm, it makes is a useable bike. Maximum BHP is pretty meaningless once you get into these power figures anyway.
At 1:50 in your video, you state the weight as 247kg. Moto Guzzi state the wet weight as 233kg as per EU 168/2013...
Have you weighed the V100 and found it to weigh 247kg?
No that could be a mistake on our part, apologies! Aaron KNOX
OK thanks for your response 👍
The important test for this bike is Motorway for 2 hour stint at a time. Everywhere else it seems a winner. Electric motor in screen motor is load compared to Bmw, and switch gear looks great quality until you press buttons, I am being picky as I have BMW,s. and a Ducati, who switch gear is better Quality.
Love the look...but, as a previous Stelvio owner, I'm waiting for the Stelvio version...
19" front, maybe a bigger screen, heated seat(hopefully)...
The BMW R1250RS is the forgotten sports tourer! 1254cc shaft drive boxer-twin with over 130hp & 140Nm torque at the crank 😊 Great spec too if you tick the options boxes for a similar price to the Guzzi. The Mandello does look classier though I can't argue with that!
Yes, this is the main competitor. I've had BMWs for around thirty years, but finally decided to switch to the Guzzi. The last RS I had was the original oilhead boxer - the 1100. If you look at the style of that bike, there are echoes in the V100.
Nothing against the RS but I never figured out its purpose. The RT is a more comfortable sport tourer, and the GS is a more capable sport tourer.
@Terrell Garren the GS is more dual purpose. The RS is the classic sport tourer. I started with one of those before switching to the RT. They are different enough, although overall, I preferred the RT.
The V100 is a bike I'd consider an all rounder.
@@markellott5620 Well, I said more capable, you countered with dual purpose. So many categories of bikes and now you add "all rounder". Never mind, I think you just want to debate.
@@terrellgarren7125 Not really, just responding in kind to your points as people do when having a conversation. People like to categorise bikes and I'm not convinced this is a good idea. The term all rounder is as old as the hills. It's a do anything bike - commuter, Sunday rider, long distance two up tourer. I haven't added anything new with this description.
The GS is a dual purpose bike in a way that the other boxers aren't, as it is designed to be ridden off road and on. When it first came out, it was very much a dirt bike. It's evolved since then, but not everyone wants a tall, heavy off road bike, hence the RS fits nicely in between this and the RT. If the V100 hadn't come along, I'd have switched back to the RS from the RT. I would never consider a GS. Too tall and I would never take it on the rough. So, yes, the RS has its place.
Had a black '08 Norge and currently own a green 2012 Stelvio NTX; Moto GUZZI is lit and the v100 is just the tip of the iceberg if you consider the broader scope of what they plan to do with the factory itself in the coming years.
Can we actually wave goodbye to the electrical gremlins and soft roller tappets of yesteryear; and how easy will it be with the new models to change a clutch out? These are the questions that Guzzisti want to know, and that the new market should know if we're moving into a new paradigm with the brand.
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This is my new favorite bike. Even with its quirks and flaws, I just love it after checking it out in person during lunchtime today. Very James Bond lol. 😂👍🏾
I totally disagree with you about what bikes it competes with. Of course it is the Ninja SX and GSX1000GT. The bikes you compared it to are more "I wanna go offroad" while the Moto Guzzi and the GT/SX are sporttourers.
I drive the Ninja SX now but went to EICMA both -21 and this year to look and sit on it.
I´m very keen on driving one, if it is as great as it looks, i´ll by one. It would be the S model but I would like the gold rims.
Fair point. However much the current VSTROM and Multistrada look like they want to go offroad, they would be little better than the V100 in actually doing it.
Id rather take my GSXR off road than a 1050 vstrom! Lol... Probably the closest bike would be the tracer 9 GT and GT+. I think the Ninja SX and GSX1000gt are a slightly different proposition, more power, but typically Japanese and with less character. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
@@KnoxArmour, you also have the Ducati Supersport S and the BMW R1250RS in the mix.
Anyhow, I´m glad that more bikes in this category appears on the scene. For us who "need" (or rather want) a bike for trackdays as well as touring there have been quite a slim bunch to choose from. At least in Sweden where I live, maybe there are other models on other, bigger, markets.
I liked the review a lot, can´t wait for a report after driving it under different conditions and for a longer period of time. Hopefully also with passenger and panniers.
@@terrellgarren7125 I guess you are right regarding the offroad capabilities. 😀
In terms of looks I would prefer the Supersport S before those two, but I prefer the V100 to the SS.
In my present bike (Ninja SX) I have more power than the V100 but I almost never uses it outside the tracks. It is the tourqe that thrills me, the SX have a lot of it, the V100 have more at lower RPM.
My childhood dream was the Le Mans III, it got beaten by the litre bikes on the straights butwas quicker in the corners. I hope for a similar behavior on his one.
@@KnoxArmour Hello Aaron, as a happy Ninja owner who comes from a R1250GS and a keen reader/follower of articles/videos related to motorbikes, I'm always a bit at at a loss when journalists talk about "character", it's very subjective, isn't it? Arguably the BMW flat-twin is more characterful than an Japanese DOHC inline-four but I switched to the Ninja because I find the engine more refined, mechanically less "busy", acoustically more discreet (although I wear earplugs, highway stints on the GS were not very agreeable because of the rather noisy exhaust), it has a beefy midrange that allows you to pull in sixth gear when you're doing 50km/h, it is seriously fast when you climb up the rev range which it does with a lot of ease... what else do you want from an engine? Why would this account to a deficit of character? Unless of course you want to savor the character by just cruising along and feeling the vibrations and the beautiful exhaust note or by listening to it at standstill. But is character any distinctive attribute when it comes to doing miles, covering ground and attacking the bends? Cheers
Buy far the best looking new bike release this year never had moto guzzi on my radar but this is a totally different animal definitely want a test ride .just for reference currently own 950 multistrada.
I would think it's most direct competition would be the BMW R1250RS, both shaft drive, water cooled twins, sporty sport tourers.
You didn’t mention BMW R1250 RS ?.
What a beautiful bike,, well built and stylish,,nice to be different,, engine looks Great,,,if I was in the market for that type of bike be right up there,,, hopefully it sells well, deserves to do well ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️👍
Totally agree! Aaron KNOX
I really hope it doesn't fall victim to early model reliability issues akin to new Aprilias, because this bike seems perfect for me. 🤞
Nice review - but it amuses me what a short memory some of you guys have. Ever ridden a GRiSO 4 valve? Almost identical weight and power.
Nice review legend! But will it wheelie sir?
Yes reportedly in 1st and 2nd gear. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
The V85TT has ride modes!
Would like to see the V7 Special's navy blue on this bike.
Have you guys completely forgotten or never known about Moto Guzzi's Racing Heritage?
Beautiful bike and the price is reasonable, I all ready love my current Guzzi 1400 California touring. The question is, is it suitable for a tall riders around 6ft 2 ??? A forward controls options would have made this bike perfect for everyone. It is annoying, must European and Japanese motorcycles manufacturers mostly cater to short and average height riders with exception of the American companies like Harley Davidson and Indian.
Beautiful …
Always fancied a guzzi. Hopefully this be the one to replace vstrom 1050xt in the future. Looks class 👍👍
Hi guys
Just recently pre ordered the tracer 9gt+ and I don't regret it one bit. Other than looks and shaft drive I'd rather stick with yamaha. Moto guzzi has alot of new parts on this bike that could go wrong like the gimmick of the tank flaps. At 16k it's 3 to 4 grand more expensive than main competition without even adding luggage. Don't get me wrong if I wanted a bike I was just looking at then this wins hands down easy. Price and reliability I will stick to yammy
I liked my Yamaha Tracer, but it's simply not in this class. As for it being new, therefore potentially unreliable, as mentioned int he video, all of the tech is tried and tested on other bikes and has the pedigree. Anything can go wrong, even Yamahas. My Tracer was subject to a recall after all.
@Mark Ellott yeah I agree it's in a class of its own. Not quite as pricey as a bmw or ktm or ducati but more expensive than Japanese manufacturers. If inwas brave enough I would get one
Gorgeous bike! V100 or Tracer 9 GT+ 🤔
Tracer
Had both Tracer 900's(GT by default),not a tourer, I did 800mls on Day2 of ownership of the first one,and could have sold it to the French dealer servicing it,absolutely terrible seat,literally bleeding from my brown eye! Guzzi has my attention, just think, that would be around 130bhp had they fitted a chain drive?
Someone did point out it looks just like the Honda CX500 Turbo of the 80's. Have Guzzi missed the bus?
I was hoping to see this bike at the Birmingham NEC show but unfortunately Moto Guzzi were conspicuous by their absence. Not the best way to launch a new bike in the UK, in my opinion.
Wet weight is actually 233kg
Yes, mistake on our part. Thanks, Aaron KNOX
As soon as they land in OZ , im trading BMW R1200R IN for one !!
Very nice bike but one should wait one maybe two years, to let the engine develop because there may be some gremlins in a new platform such as this engine.