A good story. In 1996, I was in process of relocating from Pennsylvania to Phoenix, Arizona. I somehow obtained a list of all the authorized Guzzi dealers. I’d seen the Black and Green version in a magazine and was hooked! Internet was barely starting, so using the old tele was still the means to gather info. So, after calling all across the U.S. in search of a used 1000S - at least 30 calls were made to all the major metropolitan cities, from New York to California, with the same response, “Good luck finding one!” - I began calling smaller towns that claimed to have Moto Guzzi dealerships. Finally, a call to Dee Dee’s Motorcycles and Java Mopeds in Stonington, Illinois. The Call, which I remember like it was yesterday: “Dee Dee’s Cycles!” “Hello, I was wondering if by chance, you’d happen to have a 1000S on the floor?” “Got one right here!” “Really?! What color and year?!” “Black and Green…….hey, Curtis, what year is that Black and Green bike over there? Ninety-three? Yeah, ‘93” “Wow, great! How many miles are on it?” “Forty eight” “Excuse me, did you say 4,800 or 48,000?” “48! Brand new….well, it’s been sitting on the floor here for a few years now, but it’s never been sold” “Ummm, is there anything wrong with it?” “No, other than it’s kinda lonely, lol” “Well, can I give you a deposit over the phone to hold it for a few weeks, while I get everything in order on my end?” “Sure thing, just need $200 to hold it” “Ok, great! Don’t sell that to anyone else now, ok?! I’m driving almost 900 miles to get it, ok?” “It’ll be here for ya, but we ain’t had the battery or fluids in for a while now, so gotta get it ready anyway” “Are you sure it runs? lol” “Like a kid to the candy store!” Two weeks later, I diverted about 300 miles off of my mapped route to Phoenix, with 15 ft Uhaul and auto trailer in tow, and arrived at a farm in the middle of nowhere. Remember, no GPS back then! So, following turn by turns, I crossed a drainage ditch, proceeded with all my life’s belongings down a dirt driveway, and…… low and behold! There sat Dee Dee’s Motorcycles and Java Mopeds! That gorgeous 1000S had no battery or fluids in it because she said no one was really interested in it, so they just let it sit in lonesome…..for a few years! 27 years, 15 motorcycles, 4 homes & 4 states later - back across the country to the mountains in North Carolina - she’s never been more fun to ride. These 1000S machines are an absolute hoot on good, twisty asphalt. Thanks for that video, mate! Keep the 1000S legend alive!!!

@jawoo0326

10 ай бұрын

Great story! 👏

@teokengchuan

8 ай бұрын

Your story deserves a short film. Sweet!

@patgenier1965

4 ай бұрын

What a great story. Must be so fun for you to recount that adventure. Thanks for sharing it. Cheers from western Canada .

I second all these emotions! Nearly 300k on my 91 1000S--still love every ride!

I have a 91 made 1000S. Bought it new in 92. As you said, sales were not all that hot. Thirty years and 200K kilometers later I still have it.

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

200k is impressive! Its a shame that such pure motorcycles will never be produced again, for me the current bikes don’t feel as good.

Beautiful machine! Thanks for sharing.

not a lot appreciate the history & stunning bikes Moto Guzzi made and still make. They are like riding a living beast. great video!

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Guzzi have made a lot of uninspiring bikes recently in my opinion, but a lot of their older stuff was superb. A great company with unbelievable history, possibly lost their way in recent years. Without the sports/racing element Guzzi seems a bit watered down. Hopefully a new era with the water cooled machine.

As you sumed up, perfect! Just came here after watching your trip to Guzzi's factory in Mandello del Lario. All the best from Brazil. ✌

Fab video. I have a j reg 1000S with the wire wheels, bought in 2001. Straight swap for a bandit 600, dealer just wanted shot of it! And that started a love affair with guzzi bikes that's still going strong. Enjoy the beast!

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

That was a fortunate swap Magnus!

Id love that bike. I have a 850 V7 and wish MG offered something similar today.

Outstanding 1000s- I have a MKIII LM love it.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rambo is a bit special. PO added the fairing which makes him stand out a bit!

I had a Mk 2 LeMans from new in the early 80's. Loved it and mercilessly thrashed it as a young hooligan. I never liked the square barrel look of subsequent iterations - or the later body stylings for that matter. I thought the round barrels aesthetically far superior, especially in custom builds that make the most of of the engine's architectural quality I only noticed the 1000s when one popped up in my YT feed while on a Guzzi nostalgia trip. This the first time I have found a squared-barrel Guzzi looking not just good, but very good. If I was after a classic Guzzi, the 1000s would be on my shortlist. Up to now it would have been another round-barrel lemon or cafe build but that 1000s... this retired and slightly more sensible gentleman finds it very tasty!

@rustynuts82

2 ай бұрын

Tend to agree that the round barrel motor particularly in the Le Mans 1 is very pleasing to the eye. Also the earlier V7 sport and 750S are stunners. In the mark 3 Le Mans the square looks right, but it never sat well in the swoopy styled 4/5. In the 1000S it looks good again, I really like it!

Stunningly beautiful bike!

Stunning bike👌..love guzzi’s

I absolutely agree. I bougth my 1000S in 1990 without a test ride, just because I loved the look. And I still love it !

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

And now a very exclusive and sought after machine! Green or orange?

@Milo_Minderbinder

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 Orange, with 130' km on the clock. Btw, did you know there's a movie with a green 1000S staring. "Girl meets bike" from Eric Tretbar. Low budget but professionally made. The story is a bit odd, but not bad...

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

@@Milo_Minderbinder I’ve seen a clip of that film, looks a bit odd. But nice to see they chose a 1000S as the star.

@Milo_Minderbinder

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 This green 1000S is the director's own bike. I had some contact with Eric and he is nuts about Guzzi and his 1000S, which has over 350' km on the clock.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

@@Milo_Minderbinder wow, that’s impressive! I’m off to Italy next week on mine, going to the factory and alps all being well.

Thanks for posting!

@speedfinder1

Жыл бұрын

Just to add to my previous comment if I can. In May 2023 I finally took the plunge and bought a brand new Moto Guzzi V7 850 Special. Finally I have begun to understand why these bikes have such a dedicated following. The ride is unlike anything else I have experienced in the past. I can already see that these machines are built for the long haul. Obviously I'm at the beginning of my Moto Guzzi odyssey, but I don't doubt that the current bikes are built on a bed of granite! I've watched this video with a new set of eyes and it was more interesting a second time! Thanks again! 👍👍.

Owned a 850 Le Mans back in 78....it cost a pound under 2000...sounded great, was quite fast for its time, but most of all handled like the thoroughbred it was, especially on long sweeping bends...Wonderful bikes...

I had a great time with my Lemans V, similar to the 1000S but a bit heavy, bought a 2017 Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer, the 853 cc engine and drive train is spectacular 👍👍

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the Mark V is basically the same bike. I must get to try the V85tt, I assume it has the same power plant as your Roamer. Could be my next choice!

Thanks for the video

Beautiful. Subbed for more :) I test rode one in '92. A new one from a dealer. It was rusty, the turn signals didn't work and the choke didn't work, so the engine stalled until it was fully warmed up. This was my first encounter with a Guzzi and I wasn't impressed. I ended up buying a Harley FXRS. So I'm riding Harleys (Evos) for 30 years now and love them, but I'd love to have one of these beauties in the stable.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Wow, what a useless dealer. It must have been left somewhere wet for a while. The discs go rusty cus they’re cast iron. The chokes can stick if allowed to sit for too long. The mudguards are stainless, everything else painted. My indicators have been 100%. I think the dealer can make all the difference, but its not a honda!

@hrgiyzueghe

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 I own two Hondas, all motorcycles if mistreated rust and get ruined. Regular maintenance, use and good storage are required for ANY brand of motorcycles.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

@@hrgiyzueghe yep, quite true. But the Italian brands were given especially bad press for poor finish quality back in the 70/80s and it simply wasn’t fair.

Given the rarity of the bike I'm actually contemplating transforming my California in to a 1000s😁. Deeply In love with guzzi's. The beauty of the platform the Cali 3 and 1000s are build on, its so fucking stable, and the powerband is like a rubber band, and despite the laid back character you'll notice you are actually cornering and driving way faster then you might think.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Yep, its all the bike you need. Still works perfectly well today.

My God you're sounds good what a great video

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Thanks. The Lafranconi style silencers make it growl a bit. Not too loud though.

🤩🤩🤩

Wow. What a motorcycle ! I have 2004 Breva 750IE and love it, I can imagine how this must feel like!

Lovely, I have a 2010 cafe classic, I have a few videos up on KZread. There is definitely something special about Guzzi's 😁🏍️

awesome bike that was

❤pragtig lyk baie mooi klink goed geniet 😊

@benjaminterblanche4860

8 ай бұрын

😮

@benjaminterblanche4860

8 ай бұрын

Gesondheid "😂😂😂

Wow lovely bike dude.. and sounds amazing :) Love Guzzi's :) Pete

I owned one of these for ten years and put 30k km on her. Wire wheeled, chrome dash, bar end mirrors. She looked a peach, handled fabulously and all day comfortable to ride. Selling her thirteen years ago is one of my life regrets. 84hp is la-la land though. O.K mine was only the 36mm carb model, 62hp at the wheel. This one featured in this vid has been uglified. That seat, those tank pads, weirdclip-ons, and that fairing - horrendous.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

😆All in the eye of the beholder Graham. Its my bike! The fairing looks great, the clip ons are tomaselli and give great adjustment and comfort, the seat unfortunately split so has a piece spliced in. The tank pads were actually put on by the PO, I like them. The difference between us, is that I kept mine…..you didnt😬

Had 1973 Eldorado police special with 1000cc uppers, never had to work on it,had a 1976 1000 convert automatic and standard, always was in first gear, shifted to 2nd anywhere between 14 mph and 60mph,used to take the baffles out every once in a while, made a Harley davidson sound like a sissy bike, only had to change the charging rotor,I've rode a lot of different bikes ,there all good of you keep oil in them,but my favorite is the moto Guzzi older ones 1970 to 2001,have a blessed evening ❤❤

@rustynuts82

5 ай бұрын

I must try a convert, seems an interesting proposition!

Ducati rider done a whole 20 mile and it was time for a break! Guzzi 1000s rider just completed 100 mile trip and decided to pull up and say G'day to the Ducati dude just to be polite, got a grunt from Ducati rider then continued on another 100 mile stint, beautiful bike the 1000s, long live the Guzzi's 😅👍

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

I’ve just got back from my Wales to Italy trip. 10 days to Mandello and back…..easy! 😆

Probably the most amazing 1000s I have seen , which company produces the fairing and screen on your 1000s? I would greatly appreciate any related info mate in regards to this magnificent fairing, I reckon I will go to my shed and kick my 1000s in the guts and go for a ride to wherever......... long live the Guzzis!!

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Sprint manufacturing in the UK made the fairing. They now specialise in Hinckley Triumph stuff. They might still make the fairing to order? www.triumphparts.co.uk/ Theres pics of the brochure on my Instagram instagram.com/p/CWiL-EDoYs4/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

I've wanted one since they were new, and would have one in a heartbeat (my preference would be for one with the green frame and tank flash). I can't understand why the factory didn't do an updated version in the early-mid 2000's when the whole 'retro bike' trend was starting to come of age. An 1100 or 1200cc engine tuned somewhere between Cali and Griso specs, updated brakes and suspension, stuffed into that beautiful old-school frame would have made a more than worthy big brother to the small-block V7.

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, the green frame is a stunner, very few in the UK it seems. Guzzi have created a lot of oddities of the years, but when they get it right it works beautifully. There must be a special build out there that matches your wish list?

@bradevans7935

2 жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 Even fewer over here in Australia. I'm currently working on a Guzzi special of my own. Starting point is an 850 T3 (police-spec, reportedly ex-LAPD) basket case and a replica V7 Sport tank. I've got a Ducati Imola-style seat/tailpiece (came with the tank), as well as a dual seat base which had been retrimmed in a king/queen style (I'm guessing a past owner really wanted a Harley tourer) - I'll likely cut back the dual seat to a more standard sporting look and have the option of going between it and the Imola seat. Going with a conventional brake set-up, but not sure as what to do in regard to the rear master cylinder. I may also eventually upgrade the engine to LM1 specs depending on funds.

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

@@bradevans7935 sounds like that’ll be a fun bike. The carb engine suits the older chassis and runs really well throughout the rev range. No need for the FI stuff on a guzzi!

@caribman10

2 жыл бұрын

Brad Evans, that's what I did with my LeMans 1...1100 Sport motor, Works Performance remote reservoir shocks, FAC front dampers and delinked brakes. It's a fun ride.

@bradevans7935

2 жыл бұрын

@@caribman10 sounds like 'It's a fun ride' might be a bit of an understatement. How did you handle the rear brake set-up, and how well does it work for you? IIRC, the LM1 and T3 share the same master cylinder (unique to early linked-brake Guzzi's), which will be mismatched if used with only the rear caliper. So far my options seem to be: 1.to locate a m/c from a mid-1970's Ducati single (these seem to be as rare as rocking-horse droppings) and reverse the counterbore on the mounting lug, 2.buy an aftermarket billet m/c (hugely expensive option, detracts from the old-school look I am after), 3.resleeve the standard m/c down to a 12mm bore (not sure if this is possible), 4.make an adapter for a different m/c design (and hope that it works correctly), or 5.change from the stock F08 to an F09 caliper (not desirable as it adds unsprung weight).

Lovely🥰

Good heavens, that bike is gorgeous. I love that fairing curving around the cylinders. Sexy...and rarely seen.

Love your bike. I have two Converts and I wish I hadn't sold my G5. I'll find another Toni.

@rustynuts82

3 ай бұрын

Nice, would you rate the convert better than a normal five speed for touring?

@tinytim9413

3 ай бұрын

Well the 5 speed models are faster to a point. The Converts are relaxing to ride. It's like a giant scooter. The Convert eats miles easily but for back roads and mountains I would take the five speed.

@tinytim9413

3 ай бұрын

I should have mentioned. The 1975 Convert I have has the spoked Borranni rims. Much less un sprung weight. It handles and rides much better. Turn in is lighter and quick. The cast wheels are heavy! Nice performance up grade for the bikes if you can find a set.

@rustynuts82

3 ай бұрын

@tinytim9413 it’s surprising how heavy wheels are especially a front with cast discs. Nice tip, thanks.

Moto Guzzi make some really nice bikes I would love to have one someday, any year. But they should make a V7 that looks like this 1000S, it would be a hit!

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

They do…..orange strip version.

Out of interest, how adjustable are the handlebars ? I'd love another Tonti Guzzi, but a more upright riding position than my old le mans was. Is the gearbox the same old bevel cut box like the le mans ? I rode a PR le mans with a straight cut box and it was fantastic. I think that they fitted straight cut boxes to the Datona and sport, just wondered if this was. Lovely Guzzi anyway.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

The bars are tomaselli with fully adjustable joints, with the fairing off I can put them at the top of the forks and they are pretty comfy for touring. Still a lean forward, but I prefer that stance. I expect the box is standard bevel cut, its not slick but perfectly good enough for the type of bike/riding. I had a mille gt that was very similar, although the brakes were a bit duff. I’ve also had a quota, almost a great bike. The spada 3 stripped of its fairing would make a nice bike, le mans spec motor.

Fab bike.

Thanks for à nice video , ive got ont too. Tail light broken and I saw you got à round model. What the model?

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

My original tail light reflector broke. The round one is a pattern copy of the earlier tonti bikes. I expect Stein Dins has them.

Wooooow great video, greatings to Como Lake.

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

My favourite Guzzi too, I have a Bellagio which was also a parts bin Guzzi that failed to sell in any number. I so like the 1000s that I've fitted a V7 tank and seat on my Bellagio and called it a 940s maybe one day if I can afford it I'll try to actually buy the real thing, but in the mean time I'll have to make do with my homemade tribute.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Chances are your Bellagio goes just as well as a 1000S….enjoy!

@paulcooper5610

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 yes similar bhp 75 so only down a little and fuel injection and twin spark plugs per cylinder, so quick enough.

Excellent video. I'm a Australian who can't believe the size of your number plate. Does it slow the bike down. Did you know Australia holds the Ashes. Keep well.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Nothing slows Rambo down! I’ve not really followed the cricket since the Botham era. My favourite Ozzie was Merv Hughes. Enjoy the ashes while you have them.

@c.a.marsupial.1282

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 Botham is my favourite English player. Keep well.

@stewartellinson8846

Жыл бұрын

People obsess over numberplates. Apparently being black and silver or having a stupid font makes it better too. If you're worring about the numberplate, you're not paying attention

@c.a.marsupial.1282

Жыл бұрын

@@stewartellinson8846people aren't obsessing. It's just a huge number plate for a motorcycle compared to a Australian number plate.

@stewartellinson8846

Жыл бұрын

@@c.a.marsupial.1282 over here they do; a lot of people seem to think it matters. Weird.

I hope Moto Guzzi will race in WSBK and MotoGP

@rustynuts82

7 ай бұрын

It’s a nice idea, Guzzi racing history is quite astounding. But I cant imagine it’s possible with Piaggio being in charge. Aprilia is the race brand, unless a Guzzi badge was stuck on a V4 of course.

@beetlesazer

7 ай бұрын

@@rustynuts82 They need a factory team like Rockstar Energy and Satellite team like Leopard Racing

Perhaps it was Guzzis first ‘Retro’ but Gilera released the saturno bialbero 500 before the 1000s. And Honda had the GB500 a couple years before that. ( I have an SP round barrel ) lovely bike though no arguments there..

@rustynuts82

3 ай бұрын

The Saturno perhaps beat the 1000S by a whisker, if not in concept maybe by production date. Having said that the Nuevo Falcone might just be the first true retro! The GB500 doesn’t count for me, as it was never a Honda original. The big signal was a Brit throwback and the GB was a sort of homage to them.

Nice ......

My favorite is 79 1000 sp I turned into streetfighter

Bring them BACK I say..

Moto Guzzi - not to be sneezed at 😂

@rustynuts82

7 ай бұрын

😆

Here in the USA, it was all due to the exchange rate. Guzzi's had gone from relative bargain in the 70's- early 80's to big big dollars, and price competition with Harley killed them. IIRC, the 1000s ran about $10k, compared to a 1340cc Harley Evo at around $9000.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for that explanation, that makes perfect sense. Possibly similar in other markets, although I remember there also being a fairly down beat view of the brand here in the UK in the eighties. Out of date, slow, agricultural etc etc

@floydblandston108

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 - you can say the same of Harley, and that's who Guzzi lost the market to!😉

I wonder how difficult it is to find spare parts. Guzzi are notoriously difficult, I've heard?

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

For most items, engine/gearbox/chassis/brakes/service its easy enough. The issue can be the odd items specific to a particular model produced in small volumes. Like clip ons or a side panel.

Character goes a long way, 😂😂😂

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Yep😆

Que motos miticas

Sexy beast more like 🔥🔥🔥🏍🏍🏍 brilliant video 😁 and it is my fave bike

Mine is not for sale.

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Never sell a Guzzi Colin👍

Am I wrong or does the Sprint fairing restrict steering lock? Mine did (not this one).

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

No difference in lock on mine. Even with the standard bars fitted. Sprint did an excellent job with fit and finish.

I own a V9 Bobber you're preaching to the choir

Probably because, as today, incredibly expensive spare parts and the difficulty of finding anyone reasonably near who could service them if needed.

@rustynuts82

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve had most makes over the years and Guzzi spares are not generally that pricey in comparison. Guzzis are inherently easy to home maintain compared to most. Of course the dealer network is sparse, even now!

@Wedget

2 жыл бұрын

Geoffrey, parts for the 1000s ,and for that matter tonti frame Guzzi's, are generally readily available and not" incredibly " expensive!!

it didn't sell then because motorcycling didn't have it's current middle aged / elderly nostalgic demographic. Most riders now are in their fifties and are cashing in the pension (BSA Gold star anyone?) Still a great bike

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

I think there would have been middle aged nostalgics around then too, but they must have bought old triumphs or golf clubs. Retro bikes were thin on the ground and biking was generally deemed to be a bit yobbish. Now its a real leisure industry and very acceptable to turn up on a bike. Retro is now the thing.

@stewartellinson8846

Жыл бұрын

@@rustynuts82 Not so many - I'd been restoring AJS & Matchlesses and the classic boom was really only just staggering into life. A lot of us were still riding the bikes these were based on; you could get a 750S or s3 for 2K, the same as a round barrel le mans

Sounds like a lawn tractor, what’s to like about it, sounds like crap

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

😂

BENE!! Video Sigñore . 🇮🇹gF XL+ orbit 850LM pilOtO🏁.NM/FL USA28.3'23☮️

@rustynuts82

Жыл бұрын

Grazie signore