Australian Road Rider Bike Guide 47Retro Naked
MOTO GUZZI V9 BOBBER
$15,190
Engine: Air-cooled, 4-stroke vertical twin
Displacement: 773cc
Power/Torque: NA
Transmission: 5-speed, wet multi-plate clutch,
chain fi nal drive
Tyres: F: 100/90R19 R: 130/80R18Seat height: 790mm
Kerb weight: 217kg (wet)
Fuel capacity: 14L
Warranty/Service interval: 24 months,
unlimited km/6000kmSPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: OLD-WORLD CHARMEngine: 90° V-Twin, 4-stroke, 2-valves per
cylinder, air and oil cooled
Displacement: 853cc
Power/Torque: 40kW @ 6250rpm/
62Nm @ 3300rpm
Transmission: 6-speed with fi nal overdrive,
shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 130/90R16 R: 150/80R16
Seat height: 780mm
Kerb weight: 199kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 15L
Warranty/Service interval: 24 months,
unlimited km/NASPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: BEAUTIFUL BOBBERMixing high tech with heritage in one seductive retro package, the W800, with classic, class-leading
features, makes sense in a complicated motorcycling world. It offers components meticulously crafted down
to the smallest detail and a feeling of authentic quality that can only come from using metal parts. The
rumbling of the air-cooled vertical-twin engine and the distinct handling that comes with large-diameter
wheels pays homage to the magnifi cent machines from an older generation, gone but not forgotten.The V9 Bobber features the iconic Moto Guzzi 850cc transverse 90° V-Twin engine. An authentic motorcycle
in every sense, each component of the V9 has been designed to encompass superior quality, including
anti-lock Brembo braking system, traction control and reengineered ergonomics to enhance the pleasure
derived from riding a motorcycle. Moto Guzzi has reincarnated the traditional “Bobber”. The combination
of blacked-out mechanical details, coupled with a matte paint colour scheme and 16in matte black
rims featuring an oversized 130mm front tyre, all fuse together to create a distinctive character which is
unmistakably the V9 Bobber. If you are looking for a motorcycle with attitude and soul, look no further.The Moto Guzzi V7 Stone II is a bold choice of motorcycle. Inspired by the legendary Moto Guzzi
motorcycles of the past, the V7 II Stone offers lightweight alloy wheels along with single-colour paint
schemes. The matte colours have been carefully selected by the Moto Guzzi designers to enhance the
brightness of the chrome plating synonymous with the V7 range both old and new. The result is a
stylish motorcycle that is sure to make the V7 II Stone a showstopper on the road.SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: Air-cooled, 90° V-Twin engine,
4-stroke, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Displacement: 744cc
Power/Torque: 35kW @ 6200rpm/60Nm
@2800rpm
Transmission: 6-speed, shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 100/90R18 R: 130/80R17
Seat height: 790mm
Kerb weight: 189kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 22L
Warranty/Service interval: 24 months,
unlimited km/NAVERDICT: DARK AND PURPOSEFULMOTO GUZZI V7 II STONE $12,990
KAWASAKI W800 SE $12,499
The Moto Guzzi V7 II Racer is pure refi nement. Featuring a 750cc, 90° V-Twin motor along with a
chrome fuel tank, red frame, suede saddle and number panels, this motorcycle attracts admirers.
Other standout features include ABS, traction control, adjustable billet rear sets and lightweight triple
clamp. There is also a pair of Bitubo rear shock absorbers with adjustable spring preload, rebound and
compression damping. This motorcycle not only lets you stand out, it also gives you a lot of fun doing it.Engine: Air-cooled, 90° V-Twin engine,
4-stroke, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Displacement: 744cc
Power/Torque: 35kW @ 6200rpm/
60Nm @ 2800rpm
Transmission: 6-speed, shaft fi nal driveTyres: F: 100/90R18 R: 130/80R17
Seat height: 790mm
Kerb weight: 190kg (dry)
Fuel capacity: 22L
Warranty/Service interval: 24 months,
unlimited km/NASPECIFICATIONSVERDICT: TAKE ME TO THE CAFFEMOTO GUZZI V7 II RACER $16,290
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