Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Review

Item: Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
Rating: 7.5
Author: Motoryk

"Flawed but deeply lovable — buy one with your heart, not spreadsheet."

Style-conscious riders wanting genuine Italian character daily $6,500-$9,500 used 2017-2023

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Key Specs

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Top Speed

175 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)

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Power

55 hp

@ 6,250 rpm

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Torque

62 Nm

@ 3,000 rpm

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Fuel Economy

18.2 km/L

43 mpg · 5.5 L/100km (approx. 18.2 km/L, typical real-world average)

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Service Every

10000 km

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Weight

229 kg

(wet/curb weight)

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Engine

853cc, 90° V-twin (Compact Block)

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Seat Height

790 mm

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Transmission

6-speed

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Used Buyer Review

The V9 Bobber is one of those bikes that makes you feel like you're riding something genuinely special rather than just commuting. That 853cc V-twin pulls with real character — lazy, torquey, and completely addictive below 4,000rpm. It's not fast, and Guzzi never pretended it was. What it is, though, is deeply satisfying in a way that numbers can't capture. The shaft drive is bulletproof and eliminates chain maintenance entirely, which used buyers should love. That said, go in with eyes open. Early 2017-2018 models had fueling issues that caused surging at low speeds — some owners fixed it with a tune, some lived with it forever. The suspension is genuinely soft for anyone over 180 pounds, and the seat becomes medieval after about 90 minutes. Parts availability through Guzzi dealers can be patchy depending on your region, so factor in that reality before committing.