Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Review.
The 2025 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport maintains the essence of the Italian marque and embraces all the latest technology. A classic bike in looks, it is a machine that encapsulates modern manufacturing and systems. The Road Tests and Reviews team gadded on the Guzzi around the glorious countryside of West Sussex.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport keeps the iconic twin-cylinder V engine and the signature look of Guzzis. It sits longways in a tubular steel cradle frame. The bike has a shaft drive system, which is maintenance-free, and a double-sided swingarm with two adjustable rear shocks.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport's front features modern 41mm preload-adjustable upside-down forks, twin radial calipers, and a Brembo master cylinder. The wheels are 1.8kg lighter, 17 at the rear and 18 inches up front, and have Michelin Road Classic tyres.
Handling-wise, the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport can tackle the twisties like most naked sports bikes, and it is just as happy languishing along when you want to cruise and take in the scenery. The bike is lighter than previous models and has plenty of agility, making country lanes pleasant to ride. You will also find the ride agreeable, offering plenty of comfort and soaking up all that can be thrown at it.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport has confidence-inspiring front and rear braking that is never harsh. It also has a roomy riding position and a comfortable seat for all-day riding.
The Euro5+ engine has been worked on for 2025 and Moto Guzzi has increased the V7 Sport’s power output to 66bhp from 64bhp. It has been achieved through a new exhaust, airbox, cams, and larger throttle bodies. The power isn't explosive, but the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport won’t be purchased by regular track day riders or those pushing the speed limits of the roads.
“The bike is a lifestyle option providing freedom to get out in the fresh air and enjoy the great outdoors. However, you can still have plenty of entertaining riding if you wish to.”
Power delivery is smooth and gives riders plenty of confidence, as nothing unexpected happens when they open the throttle. The rider gets three riding modes, Rain, Road, and Sport, connected via the six-speed gearbox, which prefers precise changes rather than speedy, hurried ones.
A six-axis Inertial Measurement Unit is fitted to assist the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport’s lean-sensitive traction control and ABS systems for safety. You won’t realise they are there until you need them, which is excellent.
Those familiar with Moto Guzzi V7s will notice the subtle changes, but the bike remains the same iconic machine. The bike feels like part of you as you feel every part of it with the V-twin pumping away; the throbbing gets into your soul.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport is nearly £10000, which makes it one of the more expensive middleweight naked machines. You could opt for the inexpensive Royal Enfield retro models, but they are not as well equipped and have a smaller cc. Ducati has its Scrambler Icon Dark, which is slightly less expensive at base level, as is the Triumph Speed Twinn 900.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport's midrange is terrific, and its friendly delivery makes it a pleasure to ride at cruising speeds. The bike offers plenteous performance, and it is well-finished, detailed, and equipped for the price.
The Moto Guzzi V7 Sport is classicly simple in design with its retro single circular display, but it is packed with the latest technology. The rider is not overwhelmed with information about every possible aspect of the bike. They get the essentials, now in digital rather than dials, allowing them to be in the moment of the ride. It is a lovely bike and does exactly what it is intended to do. Provide pleasurable riding
£9700
