What motorcycle would you buy next?

[Tev62]

I think I would consider stepping down to a Guzzi V85TT for reduced power and torque, possible reduced reliability, low tolerance for cold weather riding, low tolerance for hot weather congested traffic riding, consumption of higher cost premium fuel, sad sad dealership network support, and increased new purchase cost.

Is this your experience GO? If so that would be a great shame. It seems with every incarnation of a bike Guzzi (and Ducati) say they have sorted out the "issues" but every year you hear horror stories about support. You can almost forgive a bike having an issue if the dealer/manufacturer supports you fully to resolve it.

The local Triumph/Ducati/Harley franchise did have a lot of first year issues with the Pan America but they seem to of settled down, Triumph are generally good too, Ducati is another story, selling and supporting them is a challenge I believe. Ducati are now offering a 4-year warranty here to allay customer fears.