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Follow My Gut, Or Follow my Heart/Eyes? (V100 Purchase).

wallycycle

wallycycle

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I was wondering if any other motorcyclists are dealing with this quandary when thinking about buying a V100. My heart and eyes love the bike but my gut is telling me "no". Normally I don't put off a buying decision based on negative reviews about reliability/significant issues with any bike model as expressed on forums. If I did that, I'd never buy another bike. I believe just about every one of them but I'm a lucky guy and don't think it will ever happen to me. Hasn't so far and I've purchased more bikes than I can remember. However, in the case of M-G, I find myself being a bit more cautious. Paucity of dealers, potential parts support, customer service etc...

Ten years ago I took a chance on a Griso 8V (rollerized) and loved the bike. 6k+ miles before I sold it and not one issue. The itch for a Guzzi is back. I'm going to demo a standard V100 tomorrow. We'll see what part of my body prevails.
 
Hi; I have a 2023 Mandello 5900 miles in like new condition. I have had not one single issue with the bike and have enjoyed it dearly. Unfortunately, with bad osteoarthritis in my hands I have no choice but to sell it and buy a DCT transmission bike.
 

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RFF said:
Hi; I have a 2023 Mandello 5900 miles in like new condition. I have had not one single issue with the bike and have enjoyed it dearly.
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Sounds like you got a good one👍. Probably be a good buy!

RFF said:
Unfortunately, with bad osteoarthritis in my hands I have no choice to sell it and buy a DCT transmission bike.
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Good luck with the osteo😕… I have it in my hands too, and being a guitar player, it sucks when it flares…
 
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