Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition - Simply Marvellous

A modern classic that’s not a modern retro, it’s simply a Moto Guzzi. Having ridden the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone a few times over the past two years, when I saw that this years Demonstrator at Mototechniks was the Moto Guzzi V7 Stone Special Edition, it gave me the perfect excuse to ride it again. Small changes and some really nice touches make this bike even more attractive.

SPECS

Engine Capacity 853cc
Max Power 66.5 HP (49 kW) - 6,700 rpm
Max Torque 75 Nm at 4900 rpm
Transmission Manual 6 speed
Front Suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 40 mm
Rear Suspenstion Double-sided swingarm with twin preload-adjustable shock absorbers
Front Brake Ø 320 mm stainless steel floating disc, 4-piston Brembo caliper, ABS
Rear Brake Ø 260 mm stainless steel disc, 2-piston floating caliper, ABS
ABS System ABS Standard
Front Wheel 18" in lightweight alloy 100/90
Rear Wheel 17" in lightweight alloy 150/70
Saddle Height 780mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 21 litres (including 4 litre reserve)
Dry Weight 198 KG
Wet Weight 218 KG

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[captratty]

My two bobs worth. I have clocked 25, 000 km in Australia and another 9, 000-ish in Europe on two Guzzi V7 850 models. I have been hot, cold, wet and tired, but never uncomfortable on that seat (5ft 8, so a bit vertically challenged).
Bits I have added to my bike to make it into a great tourer are:
Factory windscreen - BIG improvement at high speed, and then no one notices the offset instruments. On the subject of the offset, once you fit a holder for your phone or GPS, you will understand why Guzzi did it that way.
Oxford heated grips - Can’t do long trips in the cold without!
Kaoko throttle lock - don’t really need it, but a nice to have & goes with the Oxford grips with no cutting, slicing or dicing.
Bark busters - as above. They keep wind and rain off hands.
Engine crash bars - Hepco & Becker do good ones that should protect the cylinder heads in a low speed drop (not yet tested…).
Rear rack - also Hepco & Becker, who do a small rack, not too ugly, handy to carry backpack or tent.
Soft saddlebags - canvas, of course, to keep the retro look. Hard panniers wouldn’t be right!
As for reliability, no quibbles, and I ride this bike on some rough gravel roads. The only issue I had after riding in very dusty conditions was that the starter button did not always make contact. Blew compressed air through the switch and used contact cleaner to fix.
Best bike I’ve ever owned.

[andrewdyson]

I’ve had my V7 special for 7 months now and absolutely love it. I prefer the special because of the chrome finish and the 2 clocks, they have come on leaps and bounds in the last 5 years or so. What surprised me was how sporty it is, it really flies when you want it to

[markrichardson]

Will be putting down a deposit on a special edition in about, 6-8 weeks, it will be my first motorcycle in almost, 30 years, & what a stunner it is.
Nervous & excited is how I am feeling.

[kirbylechien]

I tried it last year, and I loved it.
This bike is alive!
I’m 1m65 (5.5), and the seat height is perfect for me.
I’ve found the V7 less intimidating than a T120, more stable and easy to ride, very well balanced.
Certainly my next bike.
Enjoy Life!

[stevet]

After ~50yrs of bikes - all sorts & sizes - the last couple being my old Honda Varadero (that I thought would be a keeper) and an Africa Twin - now I'm "retired" with a '20 T120 and a '23 Guzzi V7 Special Edition - all owned since new.
Only problem with either bike is which one to ride today! I live 1500km from any Triumph or Guzzi dealer - so it's DIY ...fortunately nothing that I can't work on myself....
Dreams can come true with these two bikes!

[Thruxtonrider]

Guzzi’s are beautiful machines and I love the rumble!

[davidireland]

Nice review 👍
I picked up a New V7 special from Teasdale motorcycles in Thirsk 3 days ago..I rode it back 116 miles to NW Cumbria..Fell in love with it, due to it having so much character and soul, the whole bike just oozes quality, is very comfortable and very nice to the eye...loading it up tomorrow for a weekend camping trip 👍

[chrisweeks]

The Guzzi is a lovely bike. I have an '05 Guzzi 750 Breva that puts a smile on my dial every time I ride it. Reliability - once I sorted the starter relay wiring, which was very simple and cheap to do - is excellent. It has lots of character and the gearbox lets me know with a false neutral on the 1-2 upchange if I've been lazy. It's the most enjoyable bike of the many that I've owned over the years - and I started riding in 1958. And no, that's not a typo.

[benjamindickens]

I love this bike and love your review mate, I own a tricked out bonne se mag wheel and I'm looking for a friend for it for me and my wife both vertically challenged, your videos on this bike have convinced me to wander to the nearest moto guzzi dealer and look to purchase this exact model. Your a legend keep up the brilliant work cheers from Melbourne Australia Ben 🇦🇺

[berryslokker]

Its a beauty. You cannot compare a guzzi with any other bike, i mean by the looks of it. I have had 6 guzzies but never a v7, hummm, should consider to testdrive one.
You must feel like beeing in a candy store Taym ha ha, every week testride another bike. Amazing. Thanks for this video. Love from Holland

[larryechols]

My first Guzzi is the V100S Mandello and I’m really enjoying it after 4, 600 miles. It’s in the shop now for an invisible coolant leak. The leak has been found, and I’m waiting to get it back.
I’m going to ride a V7 during the Moto Guzzi demo next month just for the experience.

[barryjmarling]

Loving my Moto guzzi V85TT, these are bikes that are appreciate by enthusiastic motorcyclists
And agree about Mototecniks go above and beyond to give great customer service.

[stuartmoles]

Love a Guzzi, I’ve got a 2019 special. Lucky enough to have a few bikes and keep thinking of having a clear out but there is nothing better than the V7 on a sunny Sunday coffee run.

[kendetulio]

I own this exact bike. I've owned dozens of bikes. My all time favorite

[rider]

I really enjoyed this video from start to finish. I love my v7 SE. it has 2400 miles and is still getting better with the break in period. I love the rubble as well and when i give it some throttle she really comes alive. As you pointed out, it is light and nimble and loves the corners with ease and little effort. As my first bike i wanted one that i look over my shoulder at while walking away and i do. I love the heat it generates being air/oil cooled. Tells me everytime, yup we went for a lively ride. Installed center stand and engine guards. Both have come in handy. Thanks taym! If i lived up your way “i would feel comfortable talking a road trip to Scotland!” as you said. Thanks for the advice TAYM. Boston paul f

[GSrider]

I ride a V85 tt myself and love it , But the V7 Stone is a much more beautiful bike to watch 👌

[neilanderson]

Still love my special V7. I love the heavy clunk from changing gear. Awesome

[reverendhoover]

Love a V7. Nearly bought one but bought a Triumph Scrambler 900 instead. I wouldn't be surprised to see one in my garage in the future!

[mickgarbutt]

Definitely one of these in my future when I eventually grow up.

[garryclarke-kray]

I love it, it’s a bike that I would defo change my street twin for i think and I really like the off centre clock . Thanks TAYM