I like it in red. I rode a Griso 1100 a few months back and really liked it a lot, but went with my current Monster instead. I thought the Guzzi engine was more relaxed than Ducati's DS1000, but might make a better touring bike motor. So here it is with even more power. When I'm ready for a sporty touring bike, I may consider a Norge or a used ST3.
http://www.motorcycledaily.com/12november09_motoguzzinorge.htm (http://www.motorcycledaily.com/12november09_motoguzzinorge.htm)
(http://www.motorcycledaily.com/111209middle.jpg)
Wonder what MSRP is going to be?
I think the current Norge 1200 GT has an MSRP around $15K. So this bike might be a $500 more. This is just a guess though. It will also probably take about a year and a half to ever make it to the U.S.
I was recently in Italy and Greece and noticed a couple of Norges (pretty sure they were at least) - these are good looking bikes! One was loaded up sky high with luggage and looked like it had seen half of Europe too.
I have been eying the current version of this bike, but the dealer said they just announced they are no longer bringing it to the US. No Norge in 2010. I wonder if that means the new version will also stay Euro only.
see this is what the new MTS 1200 should be similar to.
I like it. Wonder how hefty it is?
LA
251 Kg dry (http://www.fasterandfaster.net/2009/11/2010-moto-guzzi-norge-gt-8v-announced.html (http://www.fasterandfaster.net/2009/11/2010-moto-guzzi-norge-gt-8v-announced.html))
~554 lbs.
ok not similar in that way :o
but styling is nice on this thing
Quote from: Raux on November 13, 2009, 11:01:44 AM
ok not similar in that way :o
but styling is nice on this thing
2 different market segments.. Touring and Asskickingadventuretouringwithafunnynose.
I've always liked that bike. [thumbsup]
Whats the maintienece on the Guzzi's?
Quote from: ROBsS4R on November 13, 2009, 12:26:38 PM
Whats the maintienece on the Guzzi's?
Probably gas, oil, tires and brake pads.
Quote from: Speeddog on November 13, 2009, 12:33:55 PM
Probably gas, oil, tires and brake pads.
SO basically you don't know :P
service interval? Average cost per service etc.
Ducati 6k service, Japanese bike 18k service ;D
Service intervals on Guzzis tend to be 6,000 miles...at least they are on my Griso. the Norge may be higher, but the engine is very similar. The services are very easy though. The cylinders are right there...and the valves are very simple springs so adjustment is easy. It seems like most people do the maintenance themselves.
They also don't feel as heavy as they actually are.
Quote from: ROBsS4R on November 13, 2009, 01:03:06 PM
SO basically you don't know :P
service interval? Average cost per service etc.
Ducati 6k service, Japanese bike 18k service ;D
They call it the "Italian BMW" for a reason. From what I hear, they're pretty dependable.
Quote from: ROBsS4R on November 13, 2009, 01:03:06 PM
SO basically you don't know :P
~~~snip~~~
Yep, the extent of my Guzzi experience was riding one for half an hour, 25-30 years ago. [laugh]
Quote from: maillotpois on November 13, 2009, 10:04:17 AM
I have been eying the current version of this bike, but the dealer said they just announced they are no longer bringing it to the US. No Norge in 2010. I wonder if that means the new version will also stay Euro only.
There are enough left over Norges from 2009 sitting in dealer showrooms that Guzzi is going to wait a year before bringing over the 8V version.
Quote from: Travman on November 14, 2009, 10:22:39 AM
There are enough left over Norges from 2009 sitting in dealer showrooms that Guzzi is going to wait a year before bringing over the 8V version.
Well, maybe in a year I will have enough $ to get one. ;D At least it is not going away forever, which was the impression I was left with talking to the dealer (who granted wants to sell a bike NOW.)
Quote from: maillotpois on November 15, 2009, 02:02:36 PM
Well, maybe in a year I will have enough $ to get one. ;D At least it is not going away forever, which was the impression I was left with talking to the dealer (who granted wants to sell a bike NOW.)
If it was me I'd have to go with the full warranty left-over stock Norge 1200 with the 4V motor. They have been going for about $10,500 as left-overs. That is a great price for a proven motor. Watch this auction. I bet it won't sell or will sell right at $10.5K.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-MOTO-GUZZI-NORGE-1200-ST-ABS-NEW-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ220510521811QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item33577389d3 (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-MOTO-GUZZI-NORGE-1200-ST-ABS-NEW-NO-RESERVE_W0QQitemZ220510521811QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_motorcycles?hash=item33577389d3)