Swingarm with double shock absorber with adjustable spring preload.
Rear Wheel Travel
99 mm / 3.9 in
Front Brakes
Single 320mm stainless steel floating disc, Brembo opposed four-piston callipers
Rear Brakes
Single 260mm stainless steel floating disc, Brembo opposed two-piston
callipers
ABS
Standard advanced two-channel ABS
Wheels
Aluminium alloy
Front Rim
2.50 x 19
Rear Rim
4.00 x 16
Front Tyre
100/90 - 19
Rear Tyre
150/80 - 16
Rake
26.4°
Trail
125.1 mm / 4.9 i n
Dimensions
Length: 2240 mm / 88.1 in
Width: 865 mm / 34.0 in
Height: 1165 mm / 45.8 in
Wheelbase
1465 mm / 57.6 in
Seat Height
818 mm / 32.2 in
Wet Weight
200 kg / 441 lbs
Fuel Capacity
15 Litres / 4.0 US gal
Reserve
4 Litres / 1.1 US gal
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V9 ROAMER AND V9 BOBBER EVOLVE UNDER THE
SIGN OF COMFORT AND STYLE. EASY, CONVENIENT AND ALWAYS READY FOR
THE JOURNEY WHICH IS IN THE SOUL OF EVERY EAGLE FROM MANDELLO
V9 ROAMER IS THE ELEGANT AND UNIVERSAL CUSTOM; V9 BOBBER
REPRESENTS THE BOLD AND ESSENTIAL SIDE OF MOTO GUZZI. THEY STAND OUT FOR THE
EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY OF THEIR COMPONENTS AND FOR THE HIGH GRADE FINISHES
THEY ARE BOTH POWERED BY THE MOTO GUZZI 850 CC TWIN
CYLINDER EURO 4 ENGINE WITH UNPRECEDENTED TORQUE, SMOOTHNESS AND RESPONSIVENESS
THAT CONTRIBUTE TO IMPROVING THE RIDE OF THE TWO ITALIAN CRUISERS
V9 Roamer: Moto Guzzi’s cosmopolitan custom
Versatility has always been a key factor in the success
of custom Moto Guzzis. Guzzi enthusiasts have ridden the big California as well
as the small Nevada down busy city streets and, with a few changes for luggage,
on long and adventurous journeys. Glamorous, easy, convenient and rewarding to
ride, like all Moto Guzzis, the V9 Roamer is the Italian custom bike dedicated
to the citizens of the world. The Piaggio Group Centro Stile developed the
design, with input from the PADC (Piaggio Advanced Design Center) in Pasadena
(California), the birthplace of motorcycle trends that then spread worldwide.
The V9 Roamer is a superb combination of a classic and essential style with
high-level finishings, showing off the unique architecture of the 850
twin-cylinder. Great care has gone into the details of the wheel rims (19″ front
and 16″ rear) painted in matt black and treated with a diamond-cut finish, as
well as the multi-function digital dashboard with a single circular dial.
On V9 Roamer on board comfort is enhanced by a riding
position with ergonomics designed to maintain an active and erect posture,
therefore ideal for taking full advantage of the chassis architecture, at the
same time guaranteeing space and comfort even for taller riders. Rider and
passenger sit comfortably astride a long saddle: characterised by soft padding
that is highlighted by the stitching and enhanced by the Moto Guzzi logo in grey
threaded stitching. The new pair of rear shock absorbers, now with 99 mm stroke,
let you travel more comfortably even when riding two-up and introduce easier
preload cam adjustment. The height off the ground of just 818 mm and the raised
chromium handlebar, easy to grip, give every rider a comfortable ride and make
it easy to control the vehicle at a standstill, as well as adding to the feeling
in dynamic riding. In line with its touring spirit, the MY 20 V9 Roamer comes
standard with a new top fairing that combines stylistic elegance and aerodynamic
protection. Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer therefore inherits the legacy left behind by
the legendary Nevada 750, still in the range for more than two decades with some
appropriate updates, and it strives to be a small granturismo bike, if outfitted
with the genuine accessories designed for travel, such as the larger windscreen,
the brand new luggage rack with removable backrest and the set of dedicated
panniers.
The 850 twin-cylinder Moto Guzzi engine
The MY 2018 V9 Roamer and V9 Bobber versions are fitted
with a Moto Guzzi 850 cc engine, built as always in the Mandello del Lario
plant. This is of course a 90° transverse V-twin air and oil cooled engine, a
set-up used in all current Moto Guzzi engines, albeit with different engine
capacities and performance, able to ensure excellent riding dynamics and a
unique sound. It was developed with the explicit aim of maximising torque and
elasticity, key aspects for ensuring riding pleasure and on road fun. Starting
from the bottom of the engine, the aluminium crankcase stiffened at the key
points, has an efficient oil pan and an inertia calibrated crankshaft for
liveliness and the correct engine braking. Inside the lubrication system is
designed to dispose of the greater heat capacity and reduce power absorption to
the benefit of both performance and fuel consumption. The ventilation system
reduces power loss due to pumping within the crank chambers and a low flow oil
pump that absorbs less power. The oil pump intake duct is unprecedented, as well
as the related bypass valve; New piston cooling oil jets are also used, fitted
with a control valve and flow management. The alternator cover is also unique
and now includes the blow-by gas output.
In the upper part of the engine, aluminium heads, pistons
and cylinders are designed to make the most of the engine’s characteristics. Its
cubic capacity is obtained due to bore and stroke values of 84×77 mm. Timing is
controlled by a rods and rockers system and uses 2 valves per cylinder arranged
at an angle in the head. The fuel supply uses a one-piece Marelli electronic
injection system, managed by the specific ECU. Of note is the presence in the
entrance heads of the auxiliary air system, which, combined with the three-way
catalytic converter, the double lambda probe and the total design of the engine,
bring the twin 850 Moto Guzzi into compliance with Euro 4 standards. The unit is
capable of 62 Nm of torque at just 3,000 rpm, with a maximum power of 55 HP at
6,250 rpm, figures that show Moto Guzzi’s commitment to achieving high levels
of torque even at low rpms. This engine boasts surprising character and
responsiveness, which contribute to a really exciting riding experience. A
version with limited power is available, in line with the limitations of the A2
license and ideal for new Guzzi riders, who can also enjoy a record low total
weight and the general ease of riding of both V9 versions.
Another innovative aspect of the 850 Moto Guzzi engine is
the 170 mm diameter single dry plate clutch, providing a perfect transmission of
torque and power with no jerkiness or hesitation. This increases robustness and
reliability over time and decreases the load on the handlebar lever, for better
controllability and riding comfort. The six-speed gearbox, precise and with a
soft clutch, benefits from unprecedented ratios that make the most of the torque
and engine power. The final transmission is carried out by a double-jointed
drive shaft offset by the increased size and the bevel gear, which provides
solid and reliable management of the powerful torque supplied by the twin
engine. The cast aluminium swingarm has been designed and sized to support
engine performance, as well as to accommodate the 150 mm tyre.
Equipment: all for safety and riding pleasure
Like all recent Moto Guzzis, the V9 also has a full set
of advanced electronic systems, placed very discreetly inside the vehicle,
making riding safer and easier. The motorcycles come with a standard advanced
two-channel ABS, non-invasive in normal riding, but that prevent the wheels from
locking when really needed and the well-known MGCT (Moto Guzzi Traction
Control), Moto Guzzi’s advanced traction control integrated with the electronic
engine management system and adjustable in two different levels of operation and
that can be deactivated, ensuring better grip of the rear tyre on any road
surface, reducing engine torque if necessary through a reduction of the advance
of the engine. Other standard features include an immobilizer and USB port
located under the steering head, useful for charging external devices.
The electronic instrumentation, made up of a single
circular display, is also consistent with the style of the two the V9s. The
speedometer has an analogue dial, while all other information is contained in
the digital box: odometer, partial trip and daily trip (with automatic reset
after eight hours after shutdown), the trip time, instantaneous and average fuel
consumption, clock, outside temperature, average speed, MGCT level, in addition
to the gear position and shift indicator, whose idle and maximum value can be
adjusted by the user. This way, you can keep a determined engine rpm range under
control, for example to run in the bike as effectively as possible or to reduce
fuel consumption to a minimum. The extensive catalogue of accessories includes
the MG-MP, the Moto Guzzi multimedia platform that connects a smartphone to the
vehicle to provide an exceptional quantity of information useful for the
journey.
Moto Guzzi Media Platform connects the V9 to the world
An optional multimedia platform is available for Moto
Guzzi V9 Roamer and V9 Bobber riders. MG-MP is the innovative multimedia system
which allows you to connect the bike to your smartphone and consequently to the
web. With this application, downloadable free from App Store and Google Play,
your smartphone (iPhone or Android) becomes an actual sophisticated on board
multifunctional computer and the link between the vehicle and the Internet.
The wireless connection allows you to simultaneously view
a set of vehicle information on a smartphone screen, so you can constantly have
an eye on the travel parameters. The smartphone’s touch screen allows you to
view five parameters of your choice at a time, selected from a vast menu and
including the speedometer, rev counter, instant power, instant torque, instant
and average fuel consumption, average speed and battery voltage, longitudinal
acceleration and extended trip computer. The “Eco Ride” feature helps to limit
fuel consumption and to maintain eco-compatible riding conduct, providing a
brief assessment of the results obtained during the trip.
You can record trip data and review it on your computer
or directly on your smartphone, analysing the distance covered along with the
vehicle’s operating parameters. The system also allows you to easily locate your
vehicle when you park in a strange place, automatically saving the position
where it was switched off. MG-MP includes the “Grip Warning” function which
replicates the indications on traction control operation for maximum visibility
and provides information in real time on your riding performance with relation
to the road surface conditions. A dedicated indicator light warns in the event
of excessive use of available grip. Thanks to the synergistic use of gyroscopes
and the information coming from the vehicle, the smartphone becomes a
sophisticated instrument to measure the lean angle in turns thanks to algorithms
developed specifically for this Moto Guzzi. The limit thresholds can be set both
for lean angle as well as vehicle and engine speed. When these limits are
exceeded the relative indicator lights will come on or the virtual dashboard
will flash.
Full range of original accessories for the V9
The two V9s can also be widely customised, drawing from
the vast range of genuine Moto Guzzi accessories. The details are designed and
engineered by Moto Guzzi and undergo strict testing cycles, like any other
original motorcycle component, in order to ensure quality and reliability. They
are perfectly interchangeable with the standard parts and allow easy restoration
of the motorcycle to its original state. They are rigorously approved and thus
totally “street legal”, allowing you to customise your bike without voiding the
warranty.
The more classic style of the V9 Roamer is customisable
with a range of accessories for tourism, such as the set of leather saddlebags
and a single bag (always in leather) to be fitted on a dedicated chrome luggage
rack. A split saddle with comfort inserts is also available. There is a wide
range of choices of special high-quality aluminium billet parts, including the
grips, brake and clutch levers, the rider and passenger footrest covers and the
pair of rearview mirrors.
Handlebar riser covers: made from billet aluminium, these
enhance the rider’s position, providing an even more relaxed ride.
Aluminium front brake lever: made from billet aluminium,
this allows you to adjust the distance of the lever from the grip.
Aluminium clutch lever: made from billet aluminium, this
allows you to adjust the distance of the lever from the grip.
Front brake master cylinder cover: made from billet
aluminium, this can be easily mounted without opening the reservoir.
Aluminium hand grips: these are made from billet and
allow a secure and comfortable grip.
External mirrors: with an elegant line, these are made
from billet aluminium and the ensure a wide adjustment range.
Stock mirror thread cover: made from billet aluminium.
These cover the threaded seats for the stock mirrors.
Fork caps cover: made from billet aluminium, these give
the fork plate an elegant and precious look.
Lower fork plate cover: Laser cut with special aesthetic
grooving, it boasts prestigious black paint and the Moto Guzzi logo in white.
Front fender bracket: made from billet aluminium. A
quality, sturdy element with a high level design.
Chromium headlight frame: Modern design cover, laser cut
and shaped to blend with the front headlight design.
Front frame screw covers: made from billet aluminium,
these give the bike a further touch of elegance and prestige.
Voltage regulator cover with horn cover: made from
billet, satin-finish aluminium. Brings out the sleek and slender line of the
bike.
Head protection covers: made from billet aluminium, these
protect the top part of the engine.
Exhaust manifold ring nut covers: made from laser cut
steel, these enhance the front part of the exhaust.
Rear brake pedal: another part made from precious billet
aluminium.
Rear brake master cylinder cover: an elegant and refined
part, made from billet aluminium.
Rear brake master cylinder protection: made from black
finished aluminium, this encloses and protects the rear brake master cylinder
area in elegance and style.
Rider footrest covers: made from billet aluminium, these
give the footrests a more elegant appearance and guarantee a stable and safe
support thanks to special milling.
Passenger footrest covers: made from billet aluminium,
these give the footrests a more elegant appearance and guarantee a stable and
safe support thanks to special milling.
Rider comfort saddle: this gives the bike a more sporty
and enhanced look, optimising seating comfort thanks to special padding.
Passenger comfort saddle: optimises seating comfort
thanks to special padding.
Black luggage rack: the ideal support for small luggage
or the dedicated top box.
Tank cover with bag: in top quality leather, this
precious combination of tank cover and bags blends perfectly with the bike’s
line and provides a significant increase in carrying capacity.
Semi-rigid top box bag: this is made with an elegant
combination of leather and technical fabric and it attaches to the V9 Roamer
dedicated luggage rack.
Complete leather and Touring side panniers kit: thanks to
the side frames with fast click quick release system, you can use various types
of side panniers on the V9 Roamer. The Moto Guzzi accessories range offers a
pair of precious, handcrafted bags with steel buckles and the hot-stamped Moto
Guzzi logo, a pair of Touring bags in technical fabric which are rugged and
spacious enough to make them an indispensable item on long road trips, as well
as a pair of water repellent Canvas bags that give the bike a unique look. All
the bags have a rapid release and anti-theft system.
Electronic anti-theft system: this compact and advanced
control unit is discreet, easy to install and comes with a remote control. The
system is self powered with a minimum energy absorption.
MG-MP: this is the device that allows you to connect your
smartphone to the bike, transforming it into a true multimedia platform.
Any corrections or more information on these motorcycles will be kindly appreciated.