Moto Guzzi CRUSHED IT With The V100 Mandello! | Day In The Saddle
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- Опубликовано: 2 июл 2024
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My first impressions with the Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello were really good, but the more I ride it the more I love it. Find out why in today's full Day In The Saddle review
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00:00 - Intro
01:10 - Twisty Roads
07:23 - Specs, Pros & Cons
13:17 - Daily Rider Test
18:48 - Discord Q&A
24:11 - Final Thoughts 
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I've been saying for years; Moto Guzzi the superior v-twin design.
Legitimately, yeah. There's a reason for the current one, but it can't be as good as Moto Guzzis reasons
I must say I do like the design. It's definitely a great looking engine that I could just stare at and take in all the details. It's a piece of artwork in itself and I appreciate the work that went into it's design. I would love to ride it because I'm curious about the power delivery with it being shaft driven and all.
Love the older 70-80-90's heavy flywheel 5 speed chuggers.
Even the 2000 6 speeders inc the Griso.
It might be good but it won't sell. It will be discontinued in 2 years. Just like all previous moto guzzis
@@Lumpia_In_Texas really?
Thanx for your industry insight.
I got a Mandello S at end of the December 2022. Its taken me 3000 miles to just get my head round how good those brakes are. A BMW riding friend on a R1250 RS SE couldnt believe just how hard he had to work to keep up with the Mandello. As to the quick shifter I dont bother using it from 1-2-3 and back down (its a bit like the one on the R1250RS SE). Im 5ft6 and the standard seat if fine but a bit of stretch to get one foot flat on the ground. Ive got the lower comfort seat fitted and it great. So far longest not stop ride is 3 hours (I had to stop for petrol) and no butt pain. The little flaps work great at keep rain of top of legs ( 3 months riding in the shitty rainy weather we have had in the UK proves confirms that)
As another Mandello S owner from the U.K. ( and it’s crap weather ) I would struggle to find fault with what has been said by Rumbling.
I’ve owned bunch of Guzzis, and just took delivery of my v100z Their history is awesome, their character is famous. Their quirkiness is why we love them. But i think the Aprilia influence is clear here. I got sick of being a human sail on ADV style sport bikes. As an old guy, i’m happy to see the sport touring segment making a small come back. Match made in heaven.
Just bought a V85TT after wishing for a Guzzi for about 50 years.
How is the Guzzi long term 3+ years reliability?
And after sales service?
Had an Aprilia, but the after sales was rubbish so instead of upgrading to a Tuono I went down the MT10 path. 40000kms (all touring, no commuting), and 5years later no regrets.
Will consider an upgrade at 55 to 58 thousand kilometres. These Italian manufacturers know how to style a bike and this Mandello has peeked my interest.
LOVE my MG V7 850. Oozes character and smile. You know you are riding a motorcycle.
I know Right, full of character. I'm in love too, but then again, I didn't mind to get a ride on this v100, looks amazingly good!
People still underestimate the know-how behind the might of Piaggio-Aprilia-Guzzi. We are talking some of the greatest Italian brands with insane history and production. This bike looks amazing.
Love today's video Jake. Love how effusive you get on this bike. Love the Zack Courts Giggle Factor shout out. Videos like this remind me of how great these 17 inch classic sport tourers can be!
I agree and I'm a hard core ADV guy. I would never consider a bike like this but I can't help and find it sexy. It's amazing and has turned my eyes. It's full on. I want it in my life.
I thought hard about getting one of these. In the end I decided to wait a few years for the bugs (if any) to be worked out. I did get a smokin' deal on a new, leftover V85TT. It's not in the same league performance wise, but it is neat in its own way.
I love that V85TT
I got one as wel. There's a lot to like about the v85tt. It's been a great bike for me.
I love mine!
Me too, Bro. Got a leftover brand new 2020 V85TT travel for 10,999. It is awesome.
V85tt is my next bike, currently on an NC700x. The alt-adventure bikes are where it’s at
More than 30 years ago, Yamaha introduced this style of motorcycle with the TDM model, which was quite misunderstood at the time. Now you can see that TDM was ahead of its time. Put some new technology and voila.
Anyway, moto-guzzi made a spectacular motorcycle, Bravo.
I've had my eye on this bike since it was announced. I think it's a work of art. Great review, and pumped to see your channel doing so well. You deserve it!
Bruh, he thinks shafts have less loss than chains, lol, maybe try getting your advice from someone who understands the basics, not some children who got upset when someone else failed to sacrifice his dreams to take care of their daddy issues.
There’s a lot to like about the new Mandello. Hoping the all new ADV Stelvio will hit EICMA on show this year. That will be one to talk about also.
I have put a few hundred miles on my Mandello s and I love the bike. While the quick shifter is not perfect, so far it has worked really well. The way I ride my other bikes I never use the auto blipper to down shift from 2nd to 1st. With the amount of torque this bike produces, when going into slower corners I just leave it in 2nd and it pulls no problem. I am 6'1" and I find the bike a little cramped, I have the high seat on order, with about 3/4 of an inch increase in seat height I think this will solve the comfort issue. I am extremely satisfied with this bike, no regrets about the purchase. Now to get through the 900 mile break in period, such a pain!
I just tested it yesterday. It reminds me alot of my vfr800. Supersmooth like a Honda with a bit of character. Not Viby. Feels like a Japanese bike more then Italian. Engine feels strong for 115hp. Very compact and small bike compared to my current 1000sx. Girls and people with shorter statue will love it's ergonomics.
We purchased the first one Bkackmans Cycle got in. We love it. My girl rides that, we also have a Multistrada 1200. Nice for long weekends away!
Excellent review Spite, really enjoyed it. I’ll definitely get a demo ride organised.
I have one and love it and I am happy about your review!
Great review! I love the look of this bike. It sorta kinda has similar lines of one of my first motorcycles, a 93 yamaha seca2. I've been interested in Guzzis for long time, but the closest dealer is 5 hours away.
Hey my guy, I really love your content. Really great reviews and I can feel your enthusiasm for riding which differentiates you from alot of the other channels out there that are only focused on the objective and technical-only side of things. Only thing is I would love if you could show metric informations on the screen for us outside of the US as well.
Keep up your great work and greetings from Germany!
I show NM for torque and KG for weight, maybe I forgot it in this one
The technical side of things might be boring, but it is correct, shafts lose ~25% of the power, while chains bleed
I really like this bike as well. Aesthetic wise and in overall too. Looks slick!
I bought one!
I’m still waiting to bring it home.
I’ve been on 2-wheels since 1965 so this is really a finishing motorcycle for me.
I enjoyed your video review of it!
This was the review I wanted to see, I’ll buy the base model!
Great video. I pick mine up in 1 week. Thanks for the review.
Yeah man dig into the manual. Quick shifter only works from 2nd up. 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st require clutch. If you ever notice the orange quick shifter light in the bottom right corner of the screen that’s to warn you you’re in 1st or 2nd.
Bro I am happy when my V7 upshifts from 1st to 2nd at all :D It is just a Guzzi doing Guzzi things, can't run away from it.
Seems really stable and smooth and planted on the highway for sure. Of course I'm not the one riding It but you can somewhat tell from the video footage.
I look forward to seeing you review the V7 850! I hope it is coming soon!
We have V7 850cc here in UK, almost bought one. Beautiful bike in the flesh
They have them already, but it has less HP and Tourque than the 850 in the V85tt.
Thank you, I bought a V85TT Adventure, the final drive being a drive shaft and also the only motorcycle in its class with a shaft drive , with its price point coming outfitted with Panniers already it was a No-Brainer for Me. Then there’s the driving modes that put this bike at another level within its class.
I already have four other motorcycles and plan on Building a HD Sportster Scrambler soon.
Great Review.
Thanks Spite. Ive been waiting for this review since the EIMC pre-launch in 2021. With your endorsement of the generally favourable early reviews, Im trading in my MG v7 and buying one!
Man, i love how you review these bikes. How you articulate yourself in general. Yes, my guy!
Today I test road the same v100 you did at AF1. The quick shifter is fully broken in and was amazing up and down all gears.
It is a great bike, I test rode it a few weeks ago and I have an S on order in Verde. It is supposed to arrive in early May. I've been riding BMW's for my last three bikes and my current 2019 R1250RT I'll be trading in on this bike. I loved the performance, handling and quality of this bike. I agree, seating position is a bit cramped and I'm not tall nor do I have long legs. To combat this I also ordered the tall seat which is 2CM's taller than the stock seat hoping that will improve space for me. Another reason I was looking at some new bikes is the cost of maintenance on BMW bikes, it has sky rocketed in the last year. Small service which is an oil and filter change and inspections is now at $460 and the major service which includes valve timing is at $1060. I pay less for my E450 MB wagon services than either of those for my BMW bike. I asked the MG dealer how much the services were for the V100 and I was happy to hear $425 for the small service and a much lower $605 for the large service, including valve timing so it will be cheaper than my BMW to maintain. I can't wait to get mine!
6 months on, how's it been?
How many miles?
Any problems with the wings or screen?
I'm just trying to get a gauge on what they're like 👍
Cheers
Still waiting for the first ones into New Zealand. a mate has one on order, supposed to be here late May, can't wait to see one in the flesh!!!! 😎
Your comment on the brakes is right on the mark. I have a V7lll and had an Audace. The brakes on both of those are excellent. Far better than the Harleys I have owned but that isn't saying much but stronger than my '22 T120 Triumph. I will be looking at one of these when one shows up at my dealer but I don't think I will be buying any more bikes. If I were 10 years younger there would be one coming home with me.
Hey!. You mentioned the Ural~! Good work!
I'd love to see a segment on one though. I know they have a lot of short-falls, especially with that side-car, but the side-car is why I actually bought one, brand new.
Love my Norge GT 8V, haven't had the good fortune to ride the Mandello, but imagine it's even better. With only a 30" inseam, I don't feel cramped but taller riders can adapt lowering foot pegs, albeit with some loss of ground clearance when leaned. In all, gotta love a Guzzi, loads of character!😁👍
I've been riding V Stroms for the last 20 yrs. or so and once you get the fueling sorted, they can be sublime. But I would really love to check one of these gutzis out.
LOVE IT.
It looks like nothing else!
Between the V85 and the V100 I'm set for life.
Glad to see that power plant is good. I’m expecting this block in the new Moto Guzzi adv bikes. They basically had to make a water cooled power plant to meet emissions… thankfully it seems they did it right.
Nice review! 😊
It's a good looking bike. Since the first teaser photos last year, I was really digging the looks. I saw it in person and it's a dam good looking bike. For the top end money, I honestly think I would go for the 1250RS or this one if I were in the market for a sport tourer. Agree with the Pan America being a great thing for HD. I have a Tiger 1200 Alpine edition and it's great, except for the stupid key fob that doesn't work as intended. I ride it anywhere I want and it's super comfortable.
Thank you for that review! DUC 950 hyper watching
I love sports tourers, i had a vfr and an r1100rs but the days that you can ride them fast in the UK are long gone.😢
Buy the way Spite, your videos have the best music selections!
Been riding Guzzi's forever. Yes, the transmissions/clutch do wear in around 5000 miles. I was always having issues with shifting between 1st and 2nd, and finding neutral on all my Guzzi's. Around 3000 miles they start breaking in, amd are worn into the rider by 5000 miles.
I am at 6k kms....and finally not playing footsy trying to see that green "N" show up.
That's clutch adjustment. It only wears if it is slipping but it must fully disengage to find neutral. There's a little cable return spring that confuses the matter of the free play. It can be got right and it can be made light. This one has a hydraulic clutch that should solve the matter.
Love this bike and your content. Would be even better if you mentioned your height or leg inseam when talking about ergonomics of bikes(seating triangle and effectiveness of screens) ✌🏻
Protip: Shafts have a lot more loss than chains, this guy doesn't understand the basics.
@@hlaw2830lol you really wanted someone to care about this
V100 is a bike for spirited mile munching from a time before tourers became either a sail barge or an oversized Dakar bike. Sounds odd, but the closest comparison bike I think of is the ‘90s VFR750. Not designed for the track, off road or living room alternative. Because of that it does everything on the road and street brilliantly. Forza Guzzi - that engine is a massive step and will keep the marque relevant for plenty time to come.
I love Guzzis! I wish you could get a hold of a MGX-21 Flying fortress to review I think you would love it!
To be fair many quick shifters on various bikes struggle with the 1st to 2nd shift up or down.
The quickshifter sounds typical of those found on big twins. I had exactly the same with the BMWs.
Yup, same here. On my R1200 GS (2016) I basically gave up using it between first and second gear. Both up and down. It just really didn’t want to change between those gears.
Its a thing of beauty!I would like to have one but will probably go with a FJR 1300.Gotta have a shaft on whatever bike i buy.
I LOVE this bike design. ❤
Yeesh, the Italian made such an elegant motorcycle. Love it, i'll get one next year.
Greetings from the UK. Great honest review. I've got a Tracer 9GT and would have considered this if it had been available last year. Maybe you ought to try some British weather because reviewers over here have said the you can definitely tell the difference when the active aero is deployed! I think I need a test ride on one of these although luggage is extra and there are no heated grips as standard.
On the right tyres Guzzi are glued to wet english roads. You don't need no heated grips with sheepskin gloves. A size too big to trap air and a cooler spare pair.
I’m excited to see if MG has plans on putting this engine in their adv bike? Surely that’s in the works.
Nice, interesting & balanced review. I really like this bike but I would definitely go for the base model. The additionally cost for the extra features isn't worth it to me personally. I'm just not really interested in tech like the semi-active suspension & a shaft drive v-twin engine just doesn't suit a QS either imo. Not surprised at all it isn't working properly.
Fabulous bike,what a surprise from Guzzi,love it
I rode a V100 with a passenger, big enough, roomy for two, powerful enough engine, it was really great to drive. Two things bothered me, the turning circle that caused me to almost fall off twice and the insufficiently fixed front movable windscreen. Otherwise, a beautiful and well-made motorcycle that turns heads :) (my video is still in working)
Hey bro. I'd love to see you compare this to a Honda VFR. Keep up the great work!
I’m a really short OG that has been riding since the 70’s that puts big miles on. This was built for me.
Yeah, I'd go the shortest seat. Thanks for mentioning that too.
Re the quickshifter, on my MV I never use mine going to or from first. First is a big gear that needs a little modulation…
Oh nice, you have the naval special! Wish I could afford more than one bike lol that would be a nice
Love the sound
Loved guzzis for decades still got several wish i could afford that one.
🤤
Superb review
Its a privilege and eye opener and almost a Zen like religeous experience to ride a Guzzi down to the factory at Lake Como...
Something I plan to do and on my bucket list
Gr8 review. Well rounded. Regarding the rider position - I reckon you feel so owing to your height (taller person). Perhaps the raised seat will do the job for you. I am 5'8 and test rode this bike yesterday. Position wise, it was perfect and comfy, especially compared to other sports tourers like the VFR1200F ZZR1400. I think I will end up agreering with you on the seat hardness w.r.t a long day in the saddle :)
Great looking bike! I wish I could get one!
Keep up the good work! You’re more likable than your past employer and I prefer your format.
You prefer feelings to facts? Lol, you should be looking for a hug box, not a motorcycle.
@@hlaw2830 it’s motorcycle reviews, it’s all subjective, which is feelings. I can look up facts (specs). That OK with you, pumpkin?
@@joshuaspop8865 No, your feelings do not define driveline loss, princess.
@@hlaw2830 then how about you not frequent this channel if you don’t like it, troll?
From other reviewers , the aero is to keep the wind off your thighs and is noticeable in the cold. In warmer weather/climates its just a cool party trick 😄
I could see that being the case
Nice review! I'm really considering this bike but I'm 6'3 and there's no demo bike in my area. What do you think- can this bike be a comfortable long distance two-up tourer with lowered pegs and raised comfort seat?
Seen one the other day, it's absolutely gorgeous irl.
It's a handsome looking bike, but I can't get over the handlebar mounts. The parallax in the POV video between the top plate & the triple clamps was mesmerizing. It's as if Moto Guzzi looked at all the handlebar extensions on the market & said "hold my beer". It looks like installing anything but a flat bar on it would be like putting ape hangers on a MT09.
Great engine, great style, so different from any other bike. I like it a lot sooo fascinating.
I wish more reviewers would cover features like cornering lights in more detail
I agree 100% with the 80% well executed and 20% kooky Italian way of designing or building (not bad, not wrong, just weird). Where I am in Canada, the dealers for Moto Guzzi are few and far between, with parts being hard to get, with long delays on shipped parts. For me that is make or break not being able to take it in and get it fixed, and instead having it off the road for months in prime riding weather due to backorders.
Thought it was the other way around. Less power loss with a chain than a shaft drive. I ride a FJR and my understanding was that chain drive was lighter and more powerful.
excellent review of this bike, one that I am super interested in. You seem quite tall like myself and not having sat on this bike yet, I found your comments about the rider triangle being quite tight confirming the one thing I was afraid of when I saw this bike, namely might it be uncomfortable in that regard. I have sat on the V85 and found that to be a very comfortable position. With this bike I know I would pick the higher seat option and hope that that is enough.
I own a 1975 850 t3, they are awesome
I don’t know why exactly but I think this is a stunning bike
That`s a good example of a bike you should never ever drop because its gonna really hurt in your pocket😄.
Test ride tomorrow which I'll be uploading. Desperately want to like it. Don't like quickshifters so wouldn't be getting the S.. Wish me luck.
I love this moto!
Great review! I think this bike is a rare one and hopefully it will bring back the sport touring models again that has been replaced with adventure bikes. This bike is nearly as beautiful as the Ducati 916 which was a stunning bike. Is this bike as beautiful in person as it is on the videos? Also, I am curious about your height in that if you are over 6 ft tall it might be uncomfortable and as you pointed out the need to get the taller seat. I am curious about the maintenance intervals, how frequent? My concern is that the dealers are not close to me (1 might be 30 miles away) but it is in a place which has a lot of traffic and I do not see it as safe to travel and the other shops are about 72 miles away. I think I would go for the higher specs because of the Ohlins suspension that is one thing I do not like to cheap out on. BTW would you take this over the BMW R 1250 RS model which I think is a competitor. Thanks
A shaft drive will lose more wheel horsepower (heavier parts to move) and as just mentioned also end up making the bike heavier and more expensive to build.
Yup. I was surprised to hear him say the CHAIN was lossy. He's got that backwards. The shaft drive IS nice, but it's not more efficient than a chain.
@@TurnerMillsDesign Absolutely. What does MotoGP use? Last time I checked they weren’t shaft driven…. That really says it all.
@@TurnerMillsDesign Yeah, chains bleed less than 5% of their power, while shafts lose about 25% of their power, that was a profoundly ignorant statement.
Shafts definitely lose more power but at the same time feel more direct in their power delivery. You can really notice it in downshifting. Maybe that's what he meant.
@@kurthvonneguth "Less elasticity in the driveline" is the way you should be describing this, and you're correct.
Here in lil' ol' England you can get a touring screen for £98 from a company called Powerbronze. Lots of colour choices too.
See if they can hook you up with a M109. +3" seat and +3" forwards it's perfect for the big guy. If I get one it'll have nitrous and a trailer hitch for a glamper.
I'm really looking forward to the new Moto Guzzi adventure bike featuring that engine. I've had a Moto Guzzi before I like the bike but there was some issues. If they had a designated dealer Network in North America I'll be riding it hands down.
I genuinely love that Guzzi have made this, but it's going to take a year or so before I'd trust its reliability.
A BMW dealer told me to only buy the 2nd production year on a new bike.
They have made a lot of bikes.
Im wondering if that protruding engine block heats your leg like crazy after hours of riding?
Imagine it with a flat seat so you can sit halfway into the passenger space. That's the story of my life. The Pan Am seat would be almost as complex as the V Max seat to make work.
Sound like the engine & tech package the V85TT needed.
I driven for 1200 km in Europe in cold temperature , the flaps really make difference above 60 km / h ( like 35 mph ) when the ambient temperature is low , in summer , you can not feel the difference ... make sense even more , if it rains !
“Who is the target audience for this bike?”
Me Me Me Me Me!!!
Just look at my primary bike. A Speed Twin 1200. Brutal machine mainly for one person. British, low slung, high finish, pedigree… and it Always make me smile with its looks and Sound.
The V100 Mandello gives that feeling of a well engineered bike with high finish and it’s not an ADV but Still the V100 is for two people riding comfortably for longer journeys on tarmac. A quirky but Wonderful engine, Italian, wonderful sound and pedigree…
Alas… the V100 is a bike that will keep me smiling even though the misses is riding pillion…
Great video! Im buying that bike soon! Think that if competition werkes makes a pipe that is up swept to allow full view of those killer rims and gives it the sound and power - we see perfection!
Hi, I have one on order. Did you get yours and did you get an aftermarket exhaust?
@@greg9076 no and no. Usually it takes 2 years for best options to materialize. Competition werkes said they want to see volume of sales go up to tackle project.
Im waiting for 2024 colors and options to come out but pretty sure no changes except that 2023 models will get cheaper to move bikes. Lol
@@kevinbelter7934 thanks. If mine doesn’t arrive before end of this month, I may wait as well. I think there’s an aftermarket exhaust available but I don’t remember who makes it.
I would get the cheaper version but wishing looked like this one, that shaft drive would be good for me as I live on a gravel road.
that thing is just awesome.
LOL Love the LotR drop in there ;)
The word you want is longitudinal. It is a longitudinal mounted VTwin. A BMW boxer is an opposed engine. A Subaru has an opposed engine. A Porsche has an opposed engine, the Guzzi had a longitudinal mounted VTwin. Longitudinal
(I know Porsche, Subaru, etc have other configurations, don't at me about that spit)
Very cool bike and you’re right about shaft drives being low maintenance but you’re completely wrong about them putting more power to the wheel, chains do that.