Sep
Eudoxie goes on a trip with the Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer
I (Camille) had the chance to test Moto Guzzi V7 III Racer on different terrains in a large part of the South West of France. Between motorway and mountain paths, sea and country roads we both got on very well.
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A strong character!
When you start this very sleekly styled bike, you can't help but love the swing of the Vtwin and say to yourself: "yes, this is a motorcycle with character, it moves, it vibrates, it is alive!” First test on a roundabout, not easy because in first it tends to be quite nervous so you have to control your gas flow. Once in second everything is fluid and pleasant, The controls are very smooth and easy to use. whether by foot or by hand. At the red light, you can easily find neutral, yes it is an important detail!
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What I loved about this bike is its very fine and particular style. We like its mix of matte chrome gray, scarlet red and chick yellow. A very vintage look that stands out, true Italian class. The little headlight cap is very pretty and comes in handy on long straights or on the motorway. The Café racer position made me doubt a little at first because I thought that after so many kilometres, I would have broken wrists or a sore back. After 1000 kilometres at the wheel of this machine, I can tell you that I have not had any pain in my wrists or back.
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A female motorcycle
There position on the motorcycle is ideal (I didn't have a sore butt either) whether you are small or tall you can adapt your position on the mono saddle. The shock absorbers do their job well and despite my 1m62, I am on my half-points and I can handle it easily. Be careful though when maneuvering at slow speed... It turns well and the clip-on handlebar can quickly take over! On the other hand it is a real bike in the bends of the Basque Country mountains. We are progressing quickly and having a lot of fun!
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On the cycle part I would just have to say that you have to be a little wary when you downshift too quickly. Indeed on this bike all the weight is at the front. Suddenly the rear of the bike tends to slide a little. On the other hand I balance my remarks because the gears are quite long no need to change all the time. We pass the roundabouts very well in 2 as in 3 no need necessarily to downshift every time slowing down.
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Regarding the engine, I found it responsive and very pleasant to drive on the highway, but also on smaller roads. Good recovery, we easily double, that's enough!
I would recommend this bike with my eyes closed. It has style, she is authentic, it is easy to handle for everyone and it goes everywhere!
All the images in this article were taken by the talented Eugénie Pigeonnier (my sister) on the Yashica Mat 124 G
