I had a quick look, but don't think this has been asked before.
So,what drew you into Guzzi ownership?
Personally I'd always liked the look of Guzzi's and almost bought a V50 in the late 70's but plumped for a CX500 instead (stupid boy). Fast forward to 2014 about 90 bikes later and I had just had enough of my new 2014 WC GS 1200. I won't go into details, but it was awful.
My mate had an Triumph Explorer which I'd ridden a couple of times and quite liked it. Off I went for a test ride and very nearly bought it, but a thought popped in my head that, I really like the look of the Stelvio so off I went for a test on that. I was given the keys at 9.30 and told 'the shop closes at 5'. 20 minutes into the ride I'm thinking 'this isn't for me' but decided I'd give it at least an hour.
Several hours later and well over 200mls my love affair with Moto Guzzi had begun. I bought the bike as soon as I returned. I've had a few dalliance's with other bikes since then, including another GS, but several Guzzi's later I just can't seem to see past them now
I'd find it difficult to pinpoint the appeal, for me they are just so cathartic to own and ride.
So,what drew you into Guzzi ownership?
Personally I'd always liked the look of Guzzi's and almost bought a V50 in the late 70's but plumped for a CX500 instead (stupid boy). Fast forward to 2014 about 90 bikes later and I had just had enough of my new 2014 WC GS 1200. I won't go into details, but it was awful.
My mate had an Triumph Explorer which I'd ridden a couple of times and quite liked it. Off I went for a test ride and very nearly bought it, but a thought popped in my head that, I really like the look of the Stelvio so off I went for a test on that. I was given the keys at 9.30 and told 'the shop closes at 5'. 20 minutes into the ride I'm thinking 'this isn't for me' but decided I'd give it at least an hour.
Several hours later and well over 200mls my love affair with Moto Guzzi had begun. I bought the bike as soon as I returned. I've had a few dalliance's with other bikes since then, including another GS, but several Guzzi's later I just can't seem to see past them now
I'd find it difficult to pinpoint the appeal, for me they are just so cathartic to own and ride.