Bike Of The Day: Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer


One other iconic Italian model with their very own Cafe impressed mannequin. The Moto Guzzi V7 title first appeared in 1967. Clearly, since then so much has modified. The present V7 vary was launched in 2007 with immediately’s iteration being its third incarnation. The vary at the moment consists of 8 variations of the V7 III together with the cafe racer impressed ‘V7 III Racer’.

 

What makes the V7 III Racer stand out from its seven siblings? Nicely for starters it’s a restricted version with solely 1000 models. As for efficiency, the Racer runs greater spec Ohlins shocks, however that’s the place the variations finish. The bikes 744cc 90-degree v-twin is an identical to that present in your entire vary and produces a modest 52bhp. Sadly, the Racer is somewhat on the heavy facet so a typical gripe has been that it’s a contact underpowered.

 

On the finish of the day, the Racer is extra of a styling train than anything, however boy does it look good. A daring pink body, cafe styled rear finish and exquisite matte silver paintwork go collectively to create the most effective wanting bikes within the Guzzi vary. The Racer is priced accordingly resulting from its restricted numbers and uprated suspension at $1500 greater than the bottom V7 III.

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