Ducati Monster Forum

My dad really wants to get one. I think they look awesome because they remind me of Monsters. Plus I love the look of the sideways V twin.

Anyone know anything about them or have any experience with them? I know this a Ducati forum but I don't know where else to ask without joining an MG forum.

Just look how beautiful it is...

(http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200912/moto-guzzi-griso-8v--5_800x0w.jpg)

(http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200912/moto-guzzi-griso-8v--7_800x0w.jpg)

I took a test ride on a Griso five years ago.

My smile was almost as wide as when I got my Monster.

It's heavy, it twists sideways when revved, it feels very stable, is comfortable and powerful in a nice controllable way.

I agree, it looks great - if he's in love with it - tell him to follow his hart [thumbsup]

I've ridden the 1100cc version and loved it.  It is not really like the Monster.  The Monster is more of a sport bike in comparison. The Monster revs faster and feels lighter.  The Griso is probably 80lbs heavier and that engine is more suited to cruising around.  The flywheel is much heavier o  the Guzzi.  I love the unique look of the Griso.  The look is fresh, but classic.  The only asetetic problem is the tank is really wide looking from the seat. The Griso might be a better all around bike if you don't really push it on the street.  The press really likes the latest 8V 1200 Griso.  Usually reviewers kind of like Guzzi's, but end up giving backhanded compliments. Even die-hard sports bike riding writers like the 8V 1200 Griso.  

Beautiful bike!   [thumbsup]   [Dolph]   [drink]

I really want to get one too.......

Great bikes, I haven't owned one, but have been around them a little.  Anything in particular you wanna know?  Like everyone said they look amazing, have a nice visceral feel and are fairly sporty for their size/weight/mission. 

Here is where you and your dad can find all things Guzzi related.  Really good forum, comparable to this one just that the average age of the people is abou 20 years older.

http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php (http://wildguzzi.com/forum/index.php)

Oh thanks Travman... that's just bloody great  [roll]. 

I'm never gone get anything "real" done now..  [bang] [laugh].

I own it's cousin the Breva 1100 - same basic engine layout/SS swingarm set-up, but lower engine ouput, more relaxed riding position and not as taught a suspension.

Frankly, I prefer the Guzzi to most of the Ducs I've ridden - but that's because I think it is a better all-arounder. While not quite as sporty as a Duc, I like the solid planted stability most of the time. The Breva is more like a GT1000.

The Griso is supposed to be one of the best handling modern Guzzis out there and a great all arounder if you like the riding position (which is more sport/Monster-like than my Breva).

You were already interested.  You can thank me later. Just let me know when you pick up your first Guzzi. I have a 75 850T and I'm pretty sure there will be others in the future.

Here's one:


http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/mcy/2519217846.html (http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/mcy/2519217846.html)

Lets see a pic of the 850T, I love those style guzzis.

Here are two pics from the day I picked it up.
http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=47396.0 (http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=47396.0)

and here's one with the saddle bags ready for a little trip.
(http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm21/JonTravisKing/Misc/20110527_850T_01.jpg?t=1312068196)
(http://i292.photobucket.com/albums/mm21/JonTravisKing/Misc/th_20110323_MG850T_01.jpg) (http://s292.photobucket.com/albums/mm21/JonTravisKing/Misc/?action=view&current=20110323_MG850T_01.mp4)

I used to own an '07 1100 Griso. Very cool bike, beautiful, and sounds fantastic with an aftermarket pipe...I regret selling it. The forks need to be raised in the triple to get it to handle well...use the manuals suggestions for race settings, and then consider lowering the front another few millimeters. The top of the triple on my bike was at the 5th ring of the forks, which is one more than recommended in the manual. It helped a lot.

Fueling adjustment may be needed with a new pipe. Guzzitech (see below) has a few options, from relatively simple to the $1200 full monty.

Seating position is a bit funky, like most Guzzis, so make sure to sit on one first. The stock bars are also kinda weird, so you'll likely change them. Other than that, very nice bike.

Guzzitech is the best Guzzi forum IMO, and Todd (forum owner) knows his stuff and sells great upgrades.
http://forum.guzzitech.com/forum.html (http://forum.guzzitech.com/forum.html)

The only thing to watch out for is that some models had a recall, once that is taken care of they're dead reliable. +1 on guzzitech.com as a great resource, post there for input once you find the model you like. [thumbsup]