bohemian said:I agree that there is something about Guzzi that is irresistable....something BMW will never "get" ( but got close with the R90s)
However.. being practical and pragmatic poses a dilemma in laying out $10K plus for a new Guzzi.
I have owned 12 BMW's 2 new... minor warranties . no hassle, one day in and out
2 new Guzzis, major failures and 4-6 weeks of nonsense.
So, what does "practical and pragmatic" have to do with owning a motorcycle? :whistle:
Seriously, I am drawn to beemers, too, tho have never bought one. And, not sure when you last bought new Guzzis.
I bought all of mine new. Only the Norge caused any significant drama -- and that was real drama! The EV's issues were the product of my thinking it needed to be washed all the time, thus leading to electrical gremlins; the Ballabio's only maddening trait was its tendency to vibrate its header pipes into pieces, which Todd solved with an after-market fix; the Norge ... well, it's a joy now, but had some EXPENSIVE (tho thankfully under warranty) problems; and the Griso hasn't had so much as a burble. In fact, tho a worry wart, I no longer even carry tools beyond the under-seat kit on long trips.
My brother has 10K on a new Norge 8v and, while there have been a few minor issues, the dealer -- Dahlonega, Georgia -- has fixed all on the spot or with quick returns on parts.
Maybe, just maybe, Piaggio has figured it out.
Bill