The Hunter handles better and has better brakes. The GTV steering is very light, doesn't self center as well and seems a bit twitchy, but I've not rebuilt it yet. The rear suspension absorbs bumps very well so the bike is very comfortable. The GTV engine has a surprising amount of torque and pulls nearly as well as the Hunter at 3-4,000 rpm, but runs out of breath pretty fast. (though it is over-geared too) Guzzi advised riders not to exceed 4300 rpm so a good slogger.
Bellissimo! It seems to run real well, and not slowly! I very much enjoyed the video--it was like I was out for ride but without the chill.
Very nice video!
Beautiful bike. How does it compare to the prewar Red Hunter?
The Hunter handles better and has better brakes. The GTV steering is very light, doesn't self center as well and seems a bit twitchy, but I've not rebuilt it yet. The rear suspension absorbs bumps very well so the bike is very comfortable. The GTV engine has a surprising amount of torque and pulls nearly as well as the Hunter at 3-4,000 rpm, but runs out of breath pretty fast. (though it is over-geared too) Guzzi advised riders not to exceed 4300 rpm so a good slogger.