06-18-2023, 08:01 AM
Does anybody roam around cycle trader and YouTube and wonder if it might be nice to own a more exotic bike? . I test rode a Moto Guzzi V7 a few years back and it was pretty cool. I saw a 2013 MG 110 HP Griso model with low miles for $8k. Then I go to a discussion forum and see threads about replacing sensors,taking the rear end apart to grease swing arm bearings, and having to have valves replaced at 25k mikes because of a bad design and metal fatigue. There are also a lot of newer Moto Guzzi V85 TT adventure bikes that have all the cool electronic features. What I miss the most are a quick shifter and/or Honda DCT, and cruise control. I have been having wrist pain on my left hand from using the clutch. I previously had the NC 700x with the DCT but it was underpowered for me. I also owned a VFR1200x with the DCT but it was just too darn heavy for me. So, I feel stuck right now. I don’t want to spend more than $10k but I really need a quick shifter or DCT. Thanks for letting me ramble.