Moto Guzzi V9 revamp for 2017

Published: 12 November 2016

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A year after the launch of the new V9 models, Guzzi have given the pair a small tickle to address early concerns over comfort, and opened up a huge range of accessories.

The Roamer now has a slightly different riding position, with the footpegs mounted 100mm farther back, and 35mm higher, changing the rider positioning for better control, and creating a little more room for taller riders. The seat is also new, and set at 785mm. Effectively taking over the mantle of the Nevada, Guzzi are now pushing the Roamer’s touring capabilities, and have created a mass of GT accessories to make the Roamer a continent-crosser – from large screens to luggage racks and panniers.

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Meanwhile the Bobber gets the same modifications to the footpeg position, while the seat is now more padded for improved bum comfort, still at an altitude of 785mm.

Highlights

Comfort updates
853cc transverse V-Twin
Roamer touring accessories

The facts

54.3bhp
199kg
Seat height 785mm

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By Richard Newland

Group Editor - With over 40 years of riding experience and 21 years as a bike journalist, Rich has ridden nearly every new bike of the past two decades and many historical models dating back to the 1930s. He is particularly passionate about sportsbikes from the 1990s and early 2000s, and he loves big bikes that handle well and are suited for long-distance travel. Rich enjoys challenging rides, such as a non-stop 1703.5-mile trip from Land’s End to John O’Groats and back. In his personal collection, Rich owns a 2007 Honda VTR1000 SP-2, a 1998 Ducati 996, a 1986 Suzuki GSX-R750 ‘Slabby’, a 1998 VFR800FiW, and a 1975 Honda CB750 SOHC Dunstall.