Test – Moto Guzzi V7 III Rough // Nežni grobijan

Rough received the Moto Guzzi V7 III after its rougher exterior. A little due to the fact that he has enough chub to drive even less demanding on poorer gravel roads, and a little because of the tires with a slightly off-road profile. In fact, it remains the good old V7 that has cheered us on for so long.

Petr Kavchich

The somewhat off-road look puts it in the popular family of scramblers, modern, retro-styled motorcycles that flirt with the superiority of post-war motorcycles when most roads in Europe were still gravel. And on the dusty road, Guzzi is doing surprisingly well.. Well, this is not a race car, no doubt about it! But the characteristic, slightly rough scrambler tires with good traction on gravel, the sufficiently reinforced suspension and front end and, above all, the underbody protection of the engine, make it able to work well even with a cart track or a broken gravel track. .

Otherwise, the V7 III Rough is still a kitty built primarily for relaxed lounging (even for two - the seat is good). in the city and on winding country roads in a rhythm that has no boundaries, except for a smile under a helmet. The transverse V-engine has a lot of torque and enough power (52 horsepower) to make the ride pleasant. An even greater plus is the fact that when driving in the summer heat it does not get very hot at the feet, which is especially welcome when you are waiting for greenery at the intersection in the sun.

The cardan power transmission to the rear wheel is a trademark of Guzzi and the guarantee that even on long trips you do not have to worry about chain lubrication. The large tank (the largest in its class) is not only beautifully designed and not only gives the typical classic bike style, but is also useful. It holds up to 21 liters of gasoline and at a moderate consumption of 5,5 liters provides a good range for this class.. Although not classified as a traveler, you can also make a very long journey at a moderate pace, as long as you are not bothered by the gusts of wind that hit your body. The handlebar is as wide as a cross-country or enduro bike, and the seat is vertical. Safety is ensured by robust ABS and a large front brake disc with a diameter of 320 mm. with a four-position caliper and rear wheel slip control. The price is not modest, but taking into account the character, unique appearance and origin, it is quite acceptable.

• Basic data

  Sales: PVG doo

  Base model price: 8.990 € €

• Technical information

  engine: 744 cc, two-cylinder, V-shaped, transversely, four-stroke, air-cooled, with electronic fuel injection, 3 valves per cylinder

  Power: 38 kW (52 km) at 6.200 rpm

  Torque: 60 Nm at 4.900 rpm

  Energy transfer: 6-speed transmission, propeller shaft

  Frame: steel pipe

  brakes: Front 320mm disc, Brembo four-piston calipers, 260mm rear disc, two-piston caliper

  Suspension: front adjustable classic telescopic fork (40 mm), rear adjustable shock absorber

  Tires: 100/90-18, 130/80-17

  Growth: 770 mm

  Fuel tank: 21 l (4 l reserve)

  Wheelbase: 1.449 mm

  Weight: 209 kg

We praise and reproach

appearance

torque and engine flexibility

cardan shaft, easy to maintain

pleasant ripple of the transverse twin-cylinder V

enough comfort for two

stiffer suspension is good for off-road, a little less for the back

slow gear

final grade

The versatile scrambler is built for fun, not rush, and can be comfortable enough for two if they agree that it blows a little more than travelers.