Moto Guzzi Norge first impressions - Page 2

Scott of the Sahara · 08-05-2010, 04:51 PM

"The only thing that really concerns me is the lack of cruise control. With my old, arthritic hands, cruise is a necessity, not a luxury. Are there good, aftermarket fixes for the lack of a factory cruise control option?"

I do not know of any cruise control options. I think you may be able to use a throttle lock system. So far I am good with the old fashoned way. If my hands get tired then I need a break.

D-Mac · 08-05-2010, 06:57 PM

Beautiful bike! I just picked up a R1200RT, but I might have gone with a Norge if we had a dealer within 200 miles that had one. Very comparable bikes IMO.

Enjoy!!

beeper · 08-05-2010, 07:38 PM

Beautiful bike! Up until recently I had paid little attention to the Guzzi's until I spotted a Norge. I think I've found my next bike.

IslandMonkey · 08-06-2010, 02:31 PM

Stunningly beautiful in black. I came very close to buying one of these (or a Stelvio) a few months ago. Played a little safe in the end (though very happy with what I've got) but MG know how a bike should look.

SeaTex · 08-06-2010, 05:00 PM

Congrats on a nice bike. Say hi to Dave, Micha and co. from Mark in Denver. I used to live a few blocks from MI and that proximity made Guzzi--and Aprilia-- ownership a fantastic experience. They are great people and super-helpful.

oalvarez · 08-06-2010, 05:07 PM

I too have heard good things about Dave and Norge's. Good looking motorcycle.

Congrats!

Sticky Throttle · 08-07-2010, 01:42 PM

What a beautiful bike!

Congrats, and many happy miles.

How is the vibration of the MG twin? Any heat issues?

jdgretz · 08-13-2010, 01:39 PM

Welcome to the club - the Norge is a wonderful motorcycle that only gets better with use. I ride mine in 100* plus temps in full gear and don't have any issues with heat. There is a bit of vibration, but other than Honda Goldwings, I think almost every bike has some vibration. Each person has his/her own scale for judging what is acceptable. For me, it's minor and not annoying at all.

Quote:

Originally Posted by D-Mac

Beautiful bike! I just picked up a R1200RT, but I might have gone with a Norge if we had a dealer within 200 miles that had one. Very comparable bikes IMO.

Fortunately, once the bike is properly set-up they need very little maintenance that most owners cannot accomplish. It's very dependable, reliable and fun.

Enjoy the ride,

jdg

sands · 08-13-2010, 01:54 PM

Nice looking bike ! My wife and I looked at some guzzi's the other day and she she loved the way they look and I agree...Very nice finish and details on them...I especially like the texture and contour of the seat.

speedysheep · 08-13-2010, 04:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott of the Sahara

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Whose VX800?

FutureBoxer · 08-13-2010, 05:53 PM

I frequently hear that Guzzis need to be set up a little by a knowledgeable dealer before they are just right.

Could someone please explain a little more what that entails?

radguzzi · 08-13-2010, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FutureBoxer

I frequently hear that Guzzis need to be set up a little by a knowledgeable dealer before they are just right.

Could someone please explain a little more what that entails?

On the later models it is simply setting up the TB's and TPS and they are good to go.
A the first service, adjust the valves, change fluids and recheck the TB's and TPS... Ride.

Best,
Rob

FutureBoxer · 08-13-2010, 06:21 PM

Oh, that's not too bad! How come the TBs and TPS aren't calibrated properly at the factory?

radguzzi · 08-13-2010, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott of the Sahara

"The only thing that really concerns me is the lack of cruise control.

There is a fellow over on the wildguzzi board that has installed a fairly sophisticated electronic cruise control on his Norge…

He is Zoom Zoom...

Or use a Throttlemeister…

Best,
Rob

radguzzi · 08-13-2010, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FutureBoxer

Oh, that's not too bad! How come the TBs and TPS aren't calibrated properly at the factory?

Oh they can be fine from Mandello however, just a cursory check to insure that the break in period will be enjoyable is all it takes. When they are spot on they're sa-weet.
Mine has been on the 'puter twice in 30K miles and took little adjustment and that was just once for one TB which was slightly out of balance.

I do the valves and all fluids and pay the local dealer to plug it in and check things out, one hour of labor...

Best,
rd

08-05-2010, 07:38 PM	#18
beeper Badger tickler Joined: Sep 2009 Location: Wisconsin Oddometer: 671	Beautiful bike! Up until recently I had paid little attention to the Guzzi's until I spotted a Norge. I think I've found my next bike. __________________ '12 F800GS '00 Bandit 1200 '99 Triumph Daytona 955i '74 Honda CL360

08-06-2010, 02:31 PM	#19
IslandMonkey Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Manchester (ish), England Oddometer: 299	Stunningly beautiful in black. I came very close to buying one of these (or a Stelvio) a few months ago. Played a little safe in the end (though very happy with what I've got) but MG know how a bike should look. __________________ Sean

08-06-2010, 05:00 PM	#20
SeaTex now on mountain time Joined: May 2006 Location: Denver Oddometer: 50	Moto I Congrats on a nice bike. Say hi to Dave, Micha and co. from Mark in Denver. I used to live a few blocks from MI and that proximity made Guzzi--and Aprilia-- ownership a fantastic experience. They are great people and super-helpful.

08-06-2010, 05:07 PM	#21
oalvarez Resident Raggamuffin Joined: Dec 2007 Location: CA HWY 2 Oddometer: 1,696	I too have heard good things about Dave and Norge's. Good looking motorcycle. Congrats! __________________ 2012 Ducati 1199 Panigale 2012 Ducati MTS1200St Ti 2003 Aprilia Tuono Racing 2012 Vespa 300 Super past: Ducatis, Aprilias, Moto Guzzis, a Husky, and some BMWs as well. oalvarez screwed with this post 08-06-2010 at 05:28 PM

08-07-2010, 01:42 PM	#22
Sticky Throttle Happy wanderer Joined: Mar 2010 Oddometer: 59	What a beautiful bike! Congrats, and many happy miles. How is the vibration of the MG twin? Any heat issues? __________________ 2012 BMW R1200GS 2010 Bonneville T100 2003 FJR1300

08-05-2010, 04:51 PM	#16
Scott of the Sahara ^OP Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2009 Oddometer: 291	"The only thing that really concerns me is the lack of cruise control. With my old, arthritic hands, cruise is a necessity, not a luxury. Are there good, aftermarket fixes for the lack of a factory cruise control option?" I do not know of any cruise control options. I think you may be able to use a throttle lock system. So far I am good with the old fashoned way. If my hands get tired then I need a break.

08-05-2010, 06:57 PM	#17
D-Mac Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Mid-Michigan Oddometer: 613	Beautiful bike! I just picked up a R1200RT, but I might have gone with a Norge if we had a dealer within 200 miles that had one. Very comparable bikes IMO. Enjoy!!

08-13-2010, 01:54 PM	#24
sands Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Nov 2007 Oddometer: 322	Nice looking bike ! My wife and I looked at some guzzi's the other day and she she loved the way they look and I agree...Very nice finish and details on them...I especially like the texture and contour of the seat.

08-13-2010, 05:53 PM	#26
FutureBoxer Adventurer Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Eastern ON Oddometer: 69	I frequently hear that Guzzis need to be set up a little by a knowledgeable dealer before they are just right. Could someone please explain a little more what that entails?

08-13-2010, 06:21 PM	#28
FutureBoxer Adventurer Joined: Apr 2008 Location: Eastern ON Oddometer: 69	Oh, that's not too bad! How come the TBs and TPS aren't calibrated properly at the factory?

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