Moto Guzzi V7 III Limited - Presentation (3 of 5), V7 I-III Engine, V7 III Carbon, Rough, Milano, Stone, Special

This article continues my previous part 2, https://gerdiwanninger.blogspot.com/2018/11/moto-guzzi-v7-iii-limited-presentation-2.html

   Moto Guzzi reintroduced the name 'V7' (Mark I) as Classic in a retro-styled 'small' motorcycle in 2008. The 744 cc OHV air-cooled engine was not a downgrade of a larger engine but an upgrade from the smaller V50 which appeared already in the late 1970s. Competing with other retro bikes on the market, like the Triumph Bonneville, it had the disadvantage of only 48.8 HP (torque 58 Nm @ 5,000 RPM) by a dry weight of 182 kg. 2009 saw the introduction of the V7 Cafè, a sports variant of the V7 to join the existing Classic. Over 7,000 (!) examples of this first generation were sold worldwide between 2008 and 2011.

   For 2012 the V7 (Mark II) received a major makeover with a notable power increase of 12% to 50 HP and a maximum torque of 60 Nm at 2.800 rpm (!). This V7 was a completely new bike, more powerful, faster, thriftier, more ecological, better refined and more comfortable than the previous version. It was available in the three versions: V7 Stone (entry level), V7 Special, V7 Racer.

The 2012 V7 (Mark II) line-up with the V7 Racer, the V7 Special and the V7 Stone
(from left to right)  

    To celebrate the 50th year of the introduction of the original V7 Moto Guzzi presented the V7 III (Mark III) in 2017. The power has increased to 52 HP @ 6200 rpm, 60 Nm torque @ 4900 rpm by a weight of 189-193 kg depending on the model.
   The homepage of www.motoguzzi.com there are now seven different Moto Guzzi V7 III models including the mentioned Limited:

- The Carbon, 'Built in Limited and Numbered Production'

has a completely matte black look, a shade that enhances the parts in red, the color chosen for the Brembo front disc caliper, the logos on the side fairings and the Eagle on the fuel tank. The 'Made in Mandello' mechanics also stand out thanks to the satin finished red cylinder head covers. The saddle (dedicated only to this model, as it is with the others) boasts brand new water repellent Alcantara®, ideal for outdoor use and weather resistant.

- The Rough, 'The Stylish Country Dweller'

Character and authenticity are the defining traits of the V7 III Rough, a bike which takes the Moto Guzzi urban / country spirit to another level with its aesthetic and functional touches. The knobby tires mounted on spoked rims emphasize the urban country look and make it tough enough to even take on light dirt roads. But, with its meticulous styling details, it can also more than hold its own among city slickers.

V7 III Rough

- The Milano, 'Born for the City Catwalk'

To be truly great, you have to know how to move with the times and the V7 III Milano has embraced this philosophy fully, combining classic elements from the V7 III Special with the best of modern materials. A retro dual-dial instrument panel, the chrome exhaust and passenger grab handle and the glossy tank colors are perfectly offset by the aluminium fenders and side fairings. The result is an eye-catching, seductive siren.

V7 III Milano

- The Stone, 'Discover it'
   now has stronger and more personal aesthetic connotations than its predecessor. Eclectic and essential, it foregoes any chromium parts, embracing the darkness of its matt black paintwork that goes well with the graphic dedicated only to the V7 III Stone of the saddle, fitted with a passenger grab strap. It is, however, available in other attractive, satin finish colours inspired by typical '70s shades: Nero Ruvido, Azzurro Elettrico, Verde Camouflage and Giallo Energico. The total “dark matt” look characterizes the V7 III and distinguishes it from the other versions, but that is not the only difference.

V7 III Stone in Nero, Verde, Azzurra, Giallo

- The Special, 'Classic and Elegant'

   is the one that comes closest to the spirit of the original model. Classic and elegant, it has numerous chromium parts and decidedly bright graphics. Like the famous 1975 V750 S3, it has the typical colored stripe on the side panels under the saddle that complement the matching colored horizontal bands on the tank. The spoked wheels have polished channels and black hubs; the instrumentation is made up of dual circular displays and the chromium plated steel passenger grab handle comes standard. V7 III Special also boasts a saddle with “old school” stitching, elements that highlight its classic and elegant roots. Unlike the Stone and the Racer, the V7 III Special and Anniversario have fork stanchion protectors instead of dust boots. The available color schemes are also new: Nero Inchiostro, Blu Zaffiro.

V7 III Special

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