2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone.

                              
                       2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Stone.

Moto Guzzi has released its new 2013-spec V7 range, including the Racer, Special and Stone versions. All of them actually were previously introduced at the last year’s EICMA show as the V7, two-toned V7 Special and the shiny V7 Racer. Now, the matte V7 version is called the V7 Stone.

The V-7 Special is a styling throwback to Moto Guzzi’s touring tradition, with bright chrome details, over beautiful, two-tone paint combinations with regal white over red paint, or daring yellow over black. The Special sports two place seating, available soft saddle bags and all the power one would need to tour in style. Besides the beautifully rendered, two-tone paint selections, the Special rolls on lightweight chrome-spoked, aluminum wheels. From the chrome-plated wheels to the retro-styled taillight-indicator cluster, the Moto Guzzi V-7 Special is about substance and style.

The new generation is equipped with a more powerful, 750cc, 90-degree V-Twin motor which puts out 50 hp, 6200 rpm and 58 Nm of torque at 5000 rpm. The engine is combined with a smooth five speed gear box and a new 22 liters fuel tank which ensures a range of up to 310 miles. While maintaining the classic 90° V configuration, the engine is now comprised of more than 70% new components. After the upgrades, the engine provides greater torque and power even at low rpms, and is also more efficient.
The first offering for the V7 is the matte black V7 Stone. This stealth-fighter styled street-bike mounts the V-Twin engine inside a matte-black, powder-coated steel frame. The new all metal fuel tank and the body panels beckon you to the dark side with chrome highlights, picked out in the black-out paint design. The dark tradition continues to the all aluminum wheels, with contrasting black paint, and brushed aluminum finishes. The Stone is also available in a white on black version.

Weighing in at 395 pounds at the curb with an empty tank, according to Moto Guzzi, the V7 Racer is absolutely lighter than it looks. New aluminum rims – still a non-standard 18-inch front and narrow 130mm rear 17-incher – have reduced the effort required to make direction changes. Regardless, the Racer is more stable than agile in corners.
The distinctiveness of the V7 Racer design is sporty and attention-getting in all the right ways. A new chrome fuel tank finished with a studded leather strap, a single-saddle suede  seat with an aerodynamic seat cowl and ‘70s-style racer number plates mean the added engine performance is showcased right along with classic style.  One look, and a rider will know that the V7 Racer speaks for itself.

As with all of Moto Guzzi’s on-road motorcycles, the V7 Racer comes with a two-year manufacturer’s warranty and roadside assistance for one year.