Stelvio

[RichieS]

For some reason i seem strangely drawn to these. Slightly different to the GS, looks a whole load more comfy for me, and her, and just not run of the mill.

Trouble is, there appears to be limited info available. Found loads of ride reviews, but scant info on either main Guzzi website, or dealers websites.

Service intervals? servicing costs? Are heated grips an option?, what aftermarket luggage can i fit?. The list goes on

If there is anyone on here that can anser some, or all, or just point me in the right direction, i would be grateful.

Ta muchly

 

[Nutty]

Have a look on here

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113158

 

[the civil one]

Have a look on here

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=113158

Dont bother , it would take days to go through all the info contained ..

I am on my Second , Great pieces of machinery , but not without their
faults .

I would buy another though.

 

[Jurassic Mark]

Dont bother , it would take days to go through all the info contained ..

I am on my Second , Great pieces of machinery , but not without their
faults .

I would buy another though.

I've always fancied a Stevio as well. One day if I'm lucky. Nice to hear you've had two and would get a third. Any chance you can post your thoughts on their faults and in the interest if fairness their strengths. It would make interesting reading for me. Ta.

 

[Rastaossie]

Just bought an '09 Stelvio NTX and am really pleased with it so far. Rode it and my '03 1150 GS 20 miles each back to back yesterday just for comparison, much bigger smiles on the Guzzi but i wouldn't like to say which was best, they work in different ways. Get one, just get the later one with the bigger tank, its had all the niggles ironed out, mainly, er bigger tank needed.

 

[Fitzie]

Try the Griso first - faster, handles better and in my humble opinion looks better too. I've been all over Europe on mine and it really is the most comfortable bike I've toured on including most variants of the GS which I've also toured on extensively
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[Jurassic Mark]

Don't thing the Griso is big enough for me. I'm 6'3 and 18 stone. Love the look of them but would look like a scooter if I sat on one! :-(

 

[CC Mac]

I briefly had a Stelvio after my R1100S but it turned out to be an earlier model than the sales person told me it was. This was a Triumph dealer in North Wales. It was an 08 model with the niggles and not the 10 model which I was lead to believe. I didn't fancy a legal battle so I ended up swapping it for a GS 1200. The Guzzi had the nicest exhaust note I have ever heard.. Very stable but heavy compared to the GS. The fueling was all over the place and the forks were the softest I have ever experienced, especially after the Telelever front end on the R1100S. The finish looked lovely and it was a good looking bike and also uncommon. The GS was too popular but for good reason, very nippy better fueling and more economical. Good luck.

 

[longdog]

Quick question for the Guzzisti, what is the Stelvio like for pillion passengers?

It would be good to get a testimony from them and could sway me into buying one as I have always liked Guzzis.

 

[the civil one]

acta non verba

I bought my first Stelvio , because i like Guzzi,s.
I bought my second Stelvio , because i like the Stelvio .

Having gone through the G/s & Gs range , i needed a change and the
Stelvio Answered the call.

They have superior handling to any of the BMW offerings , its as if she is on rails
They are Cheaper to buy and Own than any of the BMW offerings
there is a degree of exclusivity , that simply does not exist on a BMW.
The Comfort level is on Par for the rider , my pillion says its better than any of the Gs,s .
I regulary see 45-48MPG , and can still get a better return when i have my foolish hat on.
The Build Quality is better than any oil head i have owned.
the Airhead GS is a dam well built bike .

In saying all this , they are not without their faults .

The Dash mists up , this is replaced on any Misted bike at service.
The Pinch bolts if overtightened WILL Break mostly earlier bikes
The Valve clearances do need regular attention
The Speedo Sensor is STILL not waterproof , but will resume normal
operation when it drys out
The ECU has only recently gained a rubber boot , to further protect it from the elements , the Fuse box and relays are similary open.
The Fueling was snatchy , now sorted
Side and Center stand were all replaced under warranty

 

[Wrinkly]

Quick question for the Guzzisti, what is the Stelvio like for pillion passengers?

It would be good to get a testimony from them and could sway me into buying one as I have always liked Guzzis.

I was on the verge of buying one a couple of years ago.

I decided it would be prudent to go for a second test ride and to take Joanne with me as she spends a fair bit of time on the back.

We were looking at the NTX model,sadly it was not good for Joanne the panniers rubbed against her legs and no matter what we did we just could not get our feet out of each others way.

Lovely bike though I really wanted one.

Steve

 

[Neil W]

Same thoughts when we rode the stelvio ntx 2 years ago, cramped on the back and no foot space.
I didn't like the soft front end but general finish was very good.
Seemed to me that it was mid way between the 1150 and 1200 with regards to design but much closer to the 1150 in characterr

 

[Dizzy Dee]

Quick question for the Guzzisti, what is the Stelvio like for pillion passengers?

It would be good to get a testimony from them and could sway me into buying one as I have always liked Guzzis.

I've got a V7 Classic but ride pillion to OHs Stelvio regularly so far no probs very comfortable with good seating position (not stuck up in the air like the sports bikes) and I've ridden pillion on a lot of bikes, worst one KTM990 Adv couldn't wait to get off. Only niggle with the Stelvio is the rear pegs and keeping your legs tucked behind the panniers, the gap is very small which makes getting on an off difficult you sort have got to jump dismount or otherwise you break your ankle, I also keep catching OHs feet cos of the gap between bike and pannier its more comfortable to sit with feet slightly forward but he doesnt complain (MUCH!) so all in all not a bad ride.
Dizzxx

 

[Rastaossie]

Just as an addendum to last post, have set about my Stelvio a bit, Throttle bodies balanced. I would have a quid on that they have never yet been touched since new despite bona fide main dealer service history. Valve clearances set. They had obviously been set wrong since Guzzi issued a revised clearance based on cam problems and these were set way too tight on the exhaust and too loose on the inlet. Suspension set up. the left fork was set with spring preload fully off, wtf? right side wound right up, compression damping maxed, rebound damping maxed. Rear shock preload wound right in and rebound maxed. Someones been fu****g about with it sez i. All set up and Bridgenorth for a bacon buttie and mug of tea, and having liked it before its now amazing for what i do, easily as good as any GS i've ridden and easily better than the 1150. Luvvin it.

 

[FatAl]

I'm on my second Stelvio. They are fantastic motorcycles, and like most Moto Guzzis have plenty of character. IMHO they are as good as any other adventure tourer out there, and a bit more exclusive as well.

 

[longdog]

Sorry about my thread hi-jack about pillion comfort but thanks for the replies,

 

[CC Mac]

If I had to choose I would say that the GS is more sorted and easier to ride fast. The excessive dive and extra weight count against the Guzzi. The screen on the Guzzi was turbulent in any position. However, the Guzzi was more exclusive and if the soft forks were sorted it would handle it's weight better especially when braking where the GS most definitely has the edge. If the Stelvio I had bought was the model I thought I had paid for eg 2010 I would still have it now. I am now the proud owner of a K1200 R Sport, all the best.

 

[FatAl]

If you set up the suspension correctly on the Stelvio it is fine, there is far more feed back through the Marzocchi forks than the front of the GS. How long did you own your Stelvio for? did you not experiment with the settings? The Stelvio can be hustled along with confidence on twisty bumpy roads, although I do consider it too big and heavy for serious off road use as with many of these big adventure tourers.
I agree the GS may have the edge on braking, but again the brembos give plenty of feel. I don't get much buffeting from the screen, certainly no more than when I had my GS1150 (fitted with the ADV screen), but that sort of thing can be down to riders height, build and posture.
One of the big plusses with the Guzzi is owner maintenance, it's at least as easy to service as my old 1150. I wish you the best of luck with the K1200.

 

[FatAl]

I bought my first Stelvio , because i like Guzzi,s.
I bought my second Stelvio , because i like the Stelvio .

Having gone through the G/s & Gs range , i needed a change and the
Stelvio Answered the call.

They have superior handling to any of the BMW offerings , its as if she is on rails
They are Cheaper to buy and Own than any of the BMW offerings
there is a degree of exclusivity , that simply does not exist on a BMW.
The Comfort level is on Par for the rider , my pillion says its better than any of the Gs,s .
I regulary see 45-48MPG , and can still get a better return when i have my foolish hat on.
The Build Quality is better than any oil head i have owned.
the Airhead GS is a dam well built bike .

In saying all this , they are not without their faults .

The Dash mists up , this is replaced on any Misted bike at service.
The Pinch bolts if overtightened WILL Break mostly earlier bikes
The Valve clearances do need regular attention
The Speedo Sensor is STILL not waterproof , but will resume normal
operation when it drys out
The ECU has only recently gained a rubber boot , to further protect it from the elements , the Fuse box and relays are similary open.
The Fueling was snatchy , now sorted
Side and Center stand were all replaced under warranty

I have to agree with most of what you state, the only problems I've encountered in four years and 20,000mls is the speedo sensor which was replaced at first service and a misfire which was caused by water arcing on the plug caps, this was fixed by fitting NGK plug caps. These issues occurred in the early days on my first bike, my second one is nearly two years and 11,000mls old and has been 100% faultless. My bikes are not fair weather rides and get a fair bit of stick, although I do change the oil at half the recommended interval (always done that on all my vehicles...a bit anal I know )
I have two pals who also own older model Stelvios (2009 std, and 2010NTX) both owners are very pleased, and over the last few years have had no issues, and one of these stands out uncovered in the street 24/7. Although I do know one chap who had a few minor problems in the first year, but has now covered over 20kmls without problems.

 

[CC Mac]

I did experiment with the fork settings but no amount of adjustment can compensate for springs which are too soft for the weight of the bike. I think they improved the forks on later models for good reason. When you are used to the Telelever front end soft forks are a limitation. I didn't like the corrosion to the front cover on the GS. No amount of cosseting would stop that looking scabby. I think the Stelvio would look good for longer.