Didi Resources Sdn Bhd, pengedar rasmi Moto Guzzi menawarkan promosi luar biasa buat peminat jenama motosikal Itali itu.
“Ride-Now-Pay-Later” memberi peluang kepada orang ramai untuk membawa balik sebuah jentera Moto Guzzi secara percuma sehingga 6 bulan sekaligus anda tidak perlu pening kepala tidak cukup duit untuk memiliki motosikal idaman!
Tawaran ini terbuka dari 15 Jun hingga 31 Ogos 2019 dengan pendaftaran motosikal perlu dilakukan sebelum tarikh tutup tersebut.
Orang ramai yang berminat boleh berkunjung ke pengedar berikut:
Welly World Cycle
No. 2135, Jalan 3/1, Batu 13 1/2, 47000 Bandar Baru Sungai Buloh, Selangor, 012-9412322
Stronghold Cycles @ The Gasket Alley
Lot 15, 13, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 016-3738656
Sheng Fatt Motor Sdn. Bhd.
No 24, Jalan Dato Keramat, 10150 George Town, Pulau Pinang, 012-4018932
Soon Hin Co.
A-139 & A-141, Jalan Beserah,, Kuantan, Taman Seaview, 25300 Kuantan, Pahang, 016-9350055
Touted by Moto Guzzi as the first modern-classic travel endure, it retains the Guzzi DNA which has endeared the brand to those who sought something different. However, as classic as it looks, the V85TT is actually a very modern bike under its skin.
The 853cc, transverse 90o V-Twin produced 80 hp at 7,750 RPM and 80 Nm at 5,000 RPM. It is tuned for a smooth and flat torque curve. That power is harnessed through modern electronics including ROAD, RAIN and OFFROAD riding modes. The Continental-based ABS is standard but the rear can be disengaged for offroad riding. The suspension is also a modern affair, consisting of upside-down forks and adjustable rear shock with piggyback reservoir.
But there’s only so much that the tech specs reveal for Piaggio made the bike to cater to 95% of riders in the real world. That means riders of any skill level and physique can find a sweet spot on the bike.
We have tested the bike during the Asia Pacific Media Launch in Thailand. Please click here for the full details.
The Moto Guzzi V85TT is priced at RM 87,888 for the standard colours (Blue Atlante, Grigio Atacama, Rosso Vulcano) and from RM 89,888 for the Evocative Graphics (which includes the yellow and white Sahara Yellow, and red and white Kalahari Red). However, Didi Resources is providing a special promotion from RM 79,888 for the standard colours.
The bike has generate more than 1,000 requests for test rides worldwide which converted to more than 80% sales. Consequently, the Guzzi production line is working overtime to keep up with the overwhelming orders.
Hakikatnya, jenama Moto Guzzi masih lagi di anggap asing dikalangan peminat jentera dua roda terutamanya di Malaysia. Menyedari perkara ini, Moto Guzzi bertindak memperkenalkan jentera Enduro Klasik baharu, V85TT yang secara rasminya dilancarkan di Rimba Valley, Janda Baik, hari ini.
Untuk memudahkan pemahaman, kami berikan 5 sebab mengapa Moto Guzzi V85TT menandakan permulaan baharu jenama Itali itu dalam menoktahkan kedudukan dalam pasaran negara.
1. Reka bentuk unik
Setiap jentera Moto Guzzi tampil dengan rekaan unik dan ikonik. V85TT turut mendapat suntikan klasik meskipun tampil sebagai jentera Enduro sekaligus mampu mencuri tumpuan orang ramai. Moto Guzzi sememangnya pakar dalam memperjelaskan erti sebenar jentera klasik.
2. Enduro Klasik
Sebut sahaja jentera Enduro, pastinya ramai boleh meneka motosikal apa yang tergolong dalam kumpulan tersebut namun senario sama tidak berulang apabila menyentuh tentang jentera Enduro Klasik.
3. Enjin
V85TT didatangkan dengan enjin bersesaran 853cc 90° V Twin yang menghasilkan 80hp dan 80Nm. Model ini menggunakan bahan titanium sepertimana yang terdapat pada ‘race bikes’.
Enjin ini juga merupakan blok kecil sulung Moto Guzzi yang mampu mencapai 8,000rpm dengan mudah.
4. Jimat minyak
“Model ini jauh lebih jimat berbanding Perodua Myvi, ” demikian kenyataan berani oleh wakil Moto Guzzi mengenai V85TT yang didatangkan dengan tangki 23 liter.
5. Ciri-ciri canggih
Meskipun tampak klasik, V85TT dilengkapi dengan pelbagai kelengkapan elektronik yang dapat memaksimumkan pengalaman tunggangan.
Antara ciri tersebut adalah:
3 mod tunggangan (Road,Rain,Off-Road)
MGCT Traction Control
ABS
Cruise Control
Daylight Running Light (DRL)
Moto Guzzi MIA (Multimedia platform)
Meskipun menyedari pasaran jentera Enduro agak sengit di Malaysia namun Moto Guzzi yakin pengenalan V85TT mampu memberi saingan terutamanya dengan harga bermula daripada RM79,888 bagi model standard.
Bagi anda yang berminat untuk melihat jentera ini dengan lebih dekat, kunjungi pusat pameran Moto Guzzi di Gasket Alley, Petaling Jaya!
Honest, cross our hearts the V85TT was one sweet motorcycle to ride. But that isn’t from a motojournalist’s point of view only, as the Piaggio (the parent company of Moto Guzzi) designed it to be accessible to 95% of the riders in the real world. What that means is that everyone can ride and enjoy themselves on it.
Sure, it has that “heritage” look but heritage and history is what the Guzzi brand is all about. But fear not, it doesn’t handle like Grandpa’s bike that’s rotting under the nangka (jackfruit) tree. This is a modern motorcycle through and through.
These are the reasons why the bike is selling like hotcakes in the world over.
And it is now in Malaysia. To take it up a notch, members of the public are invited to test ride the bike and judge for themselves this weekend.
It will be held on 29th June 2019 from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm, at the Rimba Valley Motor Campsite, in Janda Baik, Pahang. (Please click on the map below.)
Apart from the test ride, attendees will also get to enjoy local delicacies beside chilling by (or in) the crystal clear stream and breath in clean air.
Kalau anda tiada hala tuju atau perancangan bagi Sabtu ini (29 Jun), jom beramai-ramai ke Rimba Valley Motor Campsite di Kampung Janda Baik untuk sesi tunggang uji eksklusif Moto Guzzi V85TT.
Moto Guzzi V85TT merupakan jentera enduro klasik yang baru sahaja dilancarkan di Malaysia.
Bagi anda yang belum berpeluang untuk menunggang uji jenama Moto Guzzi, ini merupakan peluang keemasan buat anda! Makanan dan minuman turut disediakan!
Maklumat acara seperti berikut:
Tarikh: 29 Jun 2019 Masa: 8 pagi hingga 3 petang (pendaftaran 8 pagi, sesi pertama bermula 8.30 pagi) Tempat: Rimba Valley Motor Campsite, Kampung Janda Baik, 28750 Bentong, Pahang
Tapi jangan lupa untuk isi borang terlebih dahulu DISINI
Jangan lepaskan peluang ini untuk menjadi antara penunggang pertama yang dapat menguji jentera Moto Guzzi V85TT!
Superstar Ewan McGregor is the new Moto Guzzi V85TT ambassador.
He agreed to promote the bike only after testing and liking it.
McGregor is a long-time Moto Guzzi fan.
Superstar Ewan McGregor is the new Moto Guzzi V85TT ambassador.
The V85TT surprised us at how good it was to ride and has plenty of charm. But it wasn’t only us who liked the bike. Sales in Italy, France, Germany and the UK have surpassed expectations. Heck, it even surprised Moto Guzzi and Piaggio brass, so much so that production couldn’t keep up with demand.
Back to the story, Ewan McGregor is made the ambassador because he likes the bike. Product endorsements by celebrities is one thing but McGregor agreed to promote the V85TT on one caveat: That he has to ride the bike and like it first. And he did.
McGregor took part in the bike’s launch in southern Sicily, Italy and rode through all sorts of terrains.
It wasn’t the first instance of the actor’s involvement with Moto Guzzi, however. He had liked the brand for a long time. He stopped by at the manufacturer’s HQ in Madello del Lario at the shores of Lake Como in the middle of his road trip in the “Long Way Down.” He also took part in the 2013 launch of the California 1400 in Australia.
Does this mean McGregor will ride the Moto Guzzi V85TT, while his friend and partner Charlie Boorman will ride the Triumph Tiger 800 XCx/XCa (Boorman is Triumph’s ambassador) in the upcoming sequel to “Long Way Down”?
We rode the 2019 Moto Guzzi V85TT at the Asia Pacific Media Launch.
The route chosen included wide expressways, country roads and off-road.
Read more below for the conclusion.
We sat down with Michele Livi, the Head of Research and Development, Asia Pacific 2 Wheeler for the Piaggio Group on the morning after our ride on the 2019 Moto Guzzi V85TT.
I have long held a gut instinct that building dual-purpose bikes is actually more difficult than creating a fire-breathing superbike like the Aprilia RSV4. That’s because superbikes have one function: To go fast on the straights and in corners, and ultimately win races. Comfort? Secondary, if at all. Touring? Forget about it.
Livi confirmed it when I asked him the question, “Which is harder to develop?”
You see, according to Moto Guzzi, they designed the V85TT in order to fit 95% of riders of all sizes and riding skills. Besides that, the bike must be capable for all sorts of riding conditions – hence the “TT” prefix which stands for Tutto Terreno (all terrain in Italian). And oh, don’t forget Guzzi’s DNA in terms of styling, engine choice, dynamics and emotions.
However, there is another important point which the factory stated.
It used to be that manufacturers produce motorcycles that they know are good and are definitely good, but they aren’t exactly what riders want. Thus, the V85TT signifies the first venture for the manufacturer to provide a product to riders’ wishes out there.
Those were exactly the objectives at stake when we headed out from Baba’s Beach Club at Phang Nga, Thailand for the Asia Pacific Media Launch.
Riding the Moto Guzzi V85TT
At 830 mm high, the seat was pretty low and manageable for a dual-sport motorcycle. So, for the 167cm guy in me, the midsection was narrow for my feet to reach the ground comfortably, yet just wide enough for the knees to clamp the sides of the tank easily.
The wide, tapered handlebar reached out to the rider’s arms instead of needing the rider to stretch forward akin to hugging a tree trunk. The top of the fuel tank was low to avoid a top-heavy feel.
Line of sight forward was equally good, with the screen disappearing beneath the helmet’s chinbar. The TFT screen was easy to read, providing the necessary data within a single glance, despite the bike being new to us.
The engine fired up with the characteristic 90o V-Twin rumble and kicked the bike to the left. Yes, the trademark Guzzi swing was still there.
With three riding modes offered, we chose ROAD for the trip ahead.
The vibrations and rocking from engine disappeared as soon as the bike started rolling. The transmission shifted positively without needing us to second-guess.
The V85TT’s rider-friendly character showed itself within 10 minutes down the road. It was light on its feet and direction changes were accomplished easily. The suspension may be simple since it has few adjustments, but it didn’t bother the chassis when we ran over bumps and potholes.
Further up the road, we started encountering sweeping corners. One by one, we arced into them like a line of dominos. Thailand’s roads are notoriously slippery even when dry, but the suspension kept the tyres’ contact patches securely matched to the road surface. Never once did the tyres let go.
We soon began riding into the Thai countryside, passing small groups of houses along the way. The road became narrower and bumpier. Still, the bike kept the tyres hooked up and snapping over with a touch of steering input.
The engine on the other hand, purred on when we cruised but became louder as we wound on the power, instead of getting busier. Moto Guzzi chose widely-spaced ratios for the transmission to ride a wave of torque anywhere in the rev range. It turns at only 4,000 RPM at 110 km/h in sixth gear.
I detected no shaft jacking (lifting the rear) when the throttle was cracked open in the corners. The new cardan shaft played a large roll in this. Being lighter means less inertia, allowing torque to be transferred smoothly to the rear wheel. Also, the manufacturer did the correct thing of connecting the rear shock to the shaft assembly, thereby controlling the shaft from jacking.
However, the bike lifted slightly in left-hand corners while dropping into righthand corners due the crankshaft’s inertia. But the sensation was almost undetectable unless you’re really fixated on it.
Off-road riding
We headed to the hot spring in Plai Phu. We had to ride off-road and cross a stream to get there.
I left the ride mode in ROAD mode to see how it fared off-road. It turned out to be a bad idea as the engine control unit detected low traction and the wheels hopping off rocks, hence started to cut power. It also turned the rear brake disc blackish…
Still, everyone crossed the stream and up the far bank safely. I was on the Grey standard-coloured bike so it had Metzeler Tourance tyres. Yet it still managed the off-road section really well. Those on the Sahara Yellow (special colour along with Kalahari Red) bikes were shod with Michelin Anakee IIs and they fared even better.
The weather became too hot at this point, so no one participated in cooking eggs in the hot spring. We took a few photos and hopped back on our bikes. I switched the ride mode to OFF-ROAD. A warning lit up on the TFT screen to warn that the rear wheel’s ABS has been deactivated.
Now the throttle response was different – much smoother, in fact, to provide a steady flow of torque and power. I splashed through the stream again and let the engine’s torque haul the bike up the sand back. Done. No drama.
Changing ride modes was easy. With the engine on and throttle off, tap the starter button once and tap again to switch modes. Roll the throttle back on and voila, it’s activated. You can do so with the bike stationary or moving.
On the road again
We kept riding as the sun beat down on us with relentless rays of fire, threatening to turn us into khai yang (marinated grilled chicken). We kept riding and we could see that the heat was taking a toll on some riders as they started making mistakes. However, our limbs and buttocks didn’t hurt because the bike had become almost transparent at this point. We only concentrated on the road ahead, rather than having to coax the bike in some manner – and we were truly thankful for this.
We started encountering roads with dried mud and dirt smeared across them but again, the bike just rolled on as is they weren’t there. The road kept throwing surprises at us in the form of large potholes, covered over potholes, ripples, bumps… but the suspension held its composure like Captain America throughout the movie.
Finally, we reached the Sametnangshe Viewpoint where we were treated to a breathtaking view of the Phang Nga bay and the outcrops of little islands. It started to rain heavily but everyone was eager to keep riding. No one complained when the call came to get ready. No one moaned. No one grumbled. This was a sure sign of riding a good bike. The Thais say dïmãk (very good).
We stopped again at the Pak Phra Beach, a few kilometres away from the Sarasin Bridge. That little road we road on was strewn with fallen twigs, dried leaves and a loose gravel surface. I thought it’ll be a struggle since the heat and humidity had drawn out the last of my strength. But I was surprised to find that it was incredibly easy on the bike.
Back at the Baba Beach Club’s parking lot, everyone was impressed by the V85TT and how easy it was to ride. Even the grumpiest among us, myself included was still full of pep after riding nearly 260 km under the sun. We could still kid around to hearty roars of laughter.
It actually felt a little sad to leave the bike behind.
Conclusion
So, how did the Moto Guzzi V85TT fare?
As for the target of being able to fit 95% of the riders, the motojournalists present that day ranged from 162cm to 188cm, had different bodyweights and riding skills. Not one complained about being cramped or being difficult to ride. This means that the bike opens the Moto Guzzi brand to a whole range of riders, instead of those who are only into heritage.
Despite producing “just” 80 hp and 80 Nm of torque, the engine was truly flexible, and we couldn’t use all that power in the real world, anyway. Instead, what was important was how the power was fed in and how it tapers off when we went off the throttle.
To be succinct, Moto Guzzi got it right. It’s even more impressive when you remember that Guzzi is the “heritage” arm of the Piaggio group and this is their first dual-sport for more than twenty-years and their first middleweight dual-sport.
“Does this mean other manufacturers need to raise the alarm with the launch of the V85 TT?,” I asked Gianluca Fiume, the Chairman and General Director of Piaggio Vietnam.
“The not scared about us yet. But let’s hope to scare them as soon as possible,” he replied with a smile. “The emotions given by our brands is incomparable.”
Well answered. Because Moto Guzzi will use the bike as a platform for other such bikes.
So, the 2019 Moto Guzzi V85TT is a very important bike for the manufacturer. But it doesn’t stop here as it’s also a very important motorcycle for the middleweight dual-sport market and every rider like you and me.
A Moto Guzzi V7 III Anniversario is one of the most difficult motorcycles to keep clean.
But the boys at Horus did a fantastic job at bringing out the shine to the acres of chrome on the bike.
Buying a motorcycle is one of life’s greatest pleasures. A motorcycle represents freedom, but in the modern sense that usually means freedom from getting stuck in traffic, freedom to go anywhere, and the spirit of adventure.
But what about maintaining the motorcycle? The mechanical parts are usually sorted out by a trusty mechanic or even the service centre from where the motorcycle was bought from.
But the aesthetics of the bike, well that is the owners prerogative.
Not too long ago, I bought a Moto Guzzi V7 III Anniversario, one of 1000 around the world. Being a limited edition model built to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, the motorcycle is fully decked out in chrome.
Everything from the tank to the mirrors and the mudguards is 100% chrome. And then there’s the saddle which is made out of plush brown leather.
I knew from the start that maintaining it was going to be difficult, but I didn’t know how difficult.
A ride in the rain resulted in the entire tank being blotched by rain spots. And with dirt being kicked up from the road, the chrome quickly becomes a dull shade of silver.
Maintaining it was, simply put, difficult.
Then I got a phone call one evening from a long lost friend – Mark.
“Horus have just opened a detailing shop bro, it is something I have been working on for a while now, come check it out,” said the enthusiastic voice over the phone.
Mark has always been one of those guys who you don’t see very often but you know is always there working on something awesome and always has a cool story to tell.
“I’ll come by tomorrow”, I responded.
Located at Temasya Glenmarie, Horus Premium Tints and Detailing Studio, the Malaysian dealer principal for Horus, specialises in everything needed to bring out the aesthetic shine in your car.
‘We started off in Singapore and did rather well, and now we’re in Malaysia with our good friend Azmi and looking to expand,” explained Mark.
On the topic of motorcycles, Horus did a fantastic job at working on the chrome and all the tiny bits. Detailing motorcycles is unlike a car, a bike has hundreds of tiny sensitive areas which if not handled carefully can be catastrophic.
The talented team at Horus consist of experienced bikers as well says that the entire process began with a an inspection of the bike, and from there the team planned out which Horus product to apply.
A bath with anti-static biodegradable shampoo started off the process followed by the usage of clay to remove heavy dirt.
This of course needed to be washed and wiped off before anything else could be done, so the Anniversario was cleaned and dried with a microfiber cloth.
From there the entire surface of the bike was wiped down with an alcohol based solvent which removes any excess oil and dirt. This was a necessary step as the next step involves paint correction to remove any scratches.
“We do that by using a medium cut polish, this retains the shine and removes small microscopic scratches. After that we leveled out the paint using a fine cut polish, this ensures the shine is consistent with zero paint defects,” explained Azmi Ismail, Managing Director of the Malaysia’s Horus dealer principal and another long time friend of mine.
From there, the entire process involved polishing with medium compound and the usage of solvents to remove any dirt and grime that may be tucked away deep inside the nooks and crannies of the bike.
To cap it all off, each component of the bike is cleaned with a microfiber cloth and a generous amount of Horus premium hybrid coating is applied to that extra shine.
It has been about three weeks now since I collected the bike. I have ridden the bike in the rain (in fact it rained right after I collected the bike) and it is now covered with dust again. But a quick swipe of a microfiber cloth immediately brings out the shine again.
Detailing motorcycles is a long tedious process, and not everyone can do it as it requires knowledge of the internal electronics of the bike. Am I happy with the final result? Im ecstatic with it, and for a bike as unique as the Anniversario, every bit of shine matters.
Horus Premium Tints and Coating is located at 32-G, Japan Penguasa B U1/53B, Temasya Glenmarie, Shah Alam, Malaysia. And can be contacted at 0122749586.
Anda bukan tersalah baca mahupun mengagak angka tersebut merupakan satu kesilapan sebaliknya itulah harga yang diperkenalkan kepada orang ramai oleh pihak Moto Guzzi Malaysia menerusi Didi Resources dalam majlis pelancaran model MGX-21 yang berlangsung di Gasket Alley, hari ini.
Model MGX-21 merupakan jentera paling futuristik dan canggih pernah dihasilkan Moto Guzzi.
Menampilkan reka bentuk motosikal jenis ‘cruiser’, MGX-21 dilengkapi pelbagai sistem elektronik dan tidak terkecuali, hampir setiap bahagian luar motosikal menggunakan karbon!
Bukan itu sahaja, bagi memastikan sesi tunggangan berlangsung lebih selesa Moto Guzzi telah memuatkan MGX-21 dengan enjin V-Twin bersasaran 1,400 cc (1,380cc) yang mampu menghasilkan 96.6hp pada 6,500 rpm!
Bahagian depan turut menampilkan reka bentuk luar daripada kebiasaan Moto Guzzi namun bagi mereka yang pernah menonton War Of The World lakonan Tom Cruise, ia tidak tumpah seperti rupa mahluk asing yang menyerang bumi!
Mungkin jentera MGX-21 turut direka dengan tujuan sama, cuba menakut-nakutkan jentera motosikal lain dengan kuasa dan rupa bentuk yang garang jadi tidak hairanlah jentera bernilai RM172,000 ini diberi nama ‘The Flying Fortress’!
Jentera yang dilihat layak ditunggangi Batman dalam misi membanteras jenayah ini memiliki teknologi ride by wire, kuasa enjin boleh laras traction control, cruise control dan banyak lagi!
Turut mencuri tumpuan, rim 21 inci yang dilengkapi karbon ‘lenticular’ menjaminkan tunggangan lebih stabil dan tampak futuristik.
Penunggang juga diberi kebebasan sama ada untuk menunggang dengan perlahan, laju atau laju gila dengan sistem kawalan kuasa enjin – Pioggia (hujan), Turismo (touring), Veloce (Laju).
Anda boleh berkunjung ke Gasket Alley untuk melihat jentera ini dengan lebih dekat.
Moto Guzzi Malaysia has offically unveiled the 2019 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 for the Malaysian market.
The state-of-the-art “Flying Fortress” is powered by a 1,380cc 90° V-Twin Big Block engine with 96.6hp and 121Nm of torque.
The recommended selling price has been set at RM172,000 (without tax or insurance).
Moto Guzzi Malaysia which is brought to you here in Malaysia by Didi Resources Sdn Bhd has officially introduced the brand’s latest and most advanced model yet, the 2019 Moto Guzzi MGX-21. Dubbed the “Flying Fortress”, this is the next step in Moto Guzzi’s technological advancements when it comes to their world of two-wheels. (more…)
Moto Guzzi Malaysia telah membina motosikal Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer Custom bagi menyerlahkan kebolehan pengubahsuaian motosikal berkenaan.
Pengubahsuaian tersebut tidak mencacatkan tahap kebolehtunggangan dan jiwa model V9 Roamer itu.
Sebaliknya, ia meningkatkan lagi perwatakan dan daya tarikan motosikal ini.
Moto Guzzi Malaysia built the Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer Custom to demonstrate the customizable “spirit” of the bike.
The built didn’t sacrifice the rideability and soul of the V9 Roamer.
Instead, it enhanced the bike’s character and charm.
In the world of biking, factory custom-jobs on existing bikes are always a hit or miss venture. You see the thing about ‘custom bikes’ is that they’re very personal in terms of styling, seeing as how all bikers have their own desired tastes and ideas as to how their bike should look if they’re going to customise it. As such, a ‘factory custom’ bike is a risky affair to undertake, but that didn’t stop the creation of this Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer Custom.
Painted an absolutely amazing shade of “Gister colour-concept”, which is blue and orange akin to GULF Oil Racing colours, the V9 Custom is a sight to behold. Based on the Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer, the Custom sports the same 853cc V-Twin that churns out 55bhp and 62Nm of torque, however visually for starters, the Custom benefits from chromed engine rocker-covers.
Other notable differences from the regular V9 include a petrol tank from a V7, shorter front & rear fenders, a custom double-seat on a shorted frame wrapped in dark aged brown leather, a custom “Sunny” exhaust system with bracket, custom mirrors & headlight, custom scrambler type handlebars and a rear loop-seat handle.
The best thing about the Moto Guzzi V9 Custom though, is that unlike some custom-bike jobs, this bike is an absolute delight to ride. It possesses the same phenomenal low-end torque as its V9 regular sibling, with the added benefit of aural pleasure as well. Those custom exhaust pipes emit an incredible exhaust-note that you have to hear ‘live’ to believe.
The V9 Custom also provides a comfortable riding position thanks to those custom handlebars, and while the seat could use a bit more padding and support – under hard acceleration you might slide all the way to the back – the position is relatively upright. At higher speeds the characteristic engine ‘sway’ from that transverse V-twin engine is all but eliminated, as the counter-balancers work best at speeds above 100kmh.
That being said, performance-figures mean very little when it comes to the Moto Guzzi V9 Custom by Goh Brothers @ Gasket Alley, nobody buys a custom bike like this to look at a spec sheet (but just in case, it’s appended below), no, this bike will sell on looks alone. Period. Nobody needs it, but everybody wants it. That’s the hallmark and definite success story for a custom bike. And this one really does tick all the right boxes.
Anda bukan tersalah baca mahupun mengagak angka tersebut merupakan satu kesilapan sebaliknya itulah harga yang diperkenalkan kepada orang ramai oleh pihak Moto Guzzi Malaysia menerusi Didi Resources dalam majlis pelancaran model MGX-21 yang berlangsung di Gasket Alley, hari ini.
