Triumphrat

Moogs · 12-09-2012, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by PeteV

Guzzi or Triumph on the highway, I'll take the Guzzi anyday, no trouble making that decision.

Curious why?

Sheepdog · 12-09-2012, 03:43 PM

I've not ridden a Small-Block Guzzi, but the open road is the natural habitat for the Big-Blocks. They are at their smoothest once you get over 3,500 rpms, they're stable, have very effective brakes, and remarkable handling. The great looks, high quality components, and shaft drive are lagniappe. My California Vintage weighs 117 lbs less than a Road King Classic and 237 lbs less than a Rocket III Touring...and gets an honest 44mpg (better than my lightly modified T100). What's not to like?

sillymike · 12-10-2012, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Thruxtonbill

The highway is avoided by me as much as possible.

leftarmlogan · 12-10-2012, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Sheepdog

I've not ridden a Small-Block Guzzi, but the open road is the natural habitat for the Big-Blocks. They are at their smoothest once you get over 3,500 rpms, they're stable, have very effective brakes, and remarkable handling. The great looks, high quality components, and shaft drive are lagniappe. My California Vintage weighs 117 lbs less than a Road King Classic and 237 lbs less than a Rocket III Touring...and gets an honest 44mpg (better than my lightly modified T100). What's not to like?

I'll agree with this. My V11 Sport is at home when speeds go above 65 mph. It's so stable, I feel like go for days at that speed.

PeteV · 12-10-2012, 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Triumphforever

How many Ducatis and Triumphs does he own

( dumb statement)

Maybe compared to the Bonneville, But not the Rocket, or even my D12.
Chris

Point well made.

PeteV · 12-10-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Moogs

Curious why?

The Guzzis that I rode, 750 and 850 from the 70's were low, somewhat heavy, low rpm on the highway, and smooth and steady. The handling while not quick was predictable.

Sheepdog · 12-10-2012, 01:09 PM

One of the things I love about my Guzzi is that the same frame that was used on this bike...

...was also used on my bike.

The Tonti frame is as legendary as the Norton Featherbed or Seely designs...