06-25-2023, 12:49 PM
(06-18-2023, 08:01 AM)bvictory_imp Wrote: 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.
The good news is you have options.
If NC700X is underpowered for you an NC750X will probably be too, just a bit less so, and no cruise.
Next up is an Africa Twin 1000 DCT, Africa Twin 1100 DCT, or Rebel 1100 DCT. You should be able to find any of these used for $10K or less but the AT1000 doesn't have cruise.
Guzzi V85TT has a *very* light clutch pull and cruise.
I had a 2017 VFR1200X and I agree about the weight and particularly how top heavy it was.
I wish the new Transalp 750 came with cruise and optional DCT.