Proper Guzzi's are big block, the engine to 'rest of bike' ratio just works visually.
At least this is heading in the right direction in that respect, not sure about all the angles though
I am not a fan of the scrambler styling that is the current vogue, I was hoping that the new V85 was going to be more of a baby Stelvio.
Agreed a good looking machine with proper headlights. All bike style needs is a pair of round headlights.
It's lost the CARC suspension system so presumably the rear shocks control suspension jacking under power.
Hopefully its got a wider usable rev range than the old 2 valve Breva 1100.
Style is ok. At least its not styled to be ugly like the BMW 1200 LC Adventure.
I am not a fan of the scrambler styling that is the current vogue, I was hoping that the new V85 was going to be more of a baby Stelvio.
It’s getting a new engine, with apparently 85BHP, which is a big step up from the V7 and the V9s. If it not too tall and not too heavy could be very interesting.Mmmmmmmmm I'm very interested in owning something like that, needs the big block like you say.
The paint scheme adds to the angles . That colour scheme would look loads better for example if those thin black stripes were missing. The White / yellow looks a bit odd with the red frame too. I reckon it would look better in a single colour , perhaps like the satin olive green colour of the Stelvio or a nice metallic black.
It's a shame it's not got a bit more oomph. I love the Supermotard kit you can buy for the Griso.
It’s getting a new engine, with apparently 85BHP, which is a big step up from the V7 and the V9s. If it not too tall and not too heavy could be very interesting.