The Cayenne group unpacked its 2015 Moto Guzzi’s V7 ll Racers this week, revealing the most popular Moto Guzzi’s model which is available in a six new variations, from Cayenne these being the Racer ABS 6 speed, the Evan Mc Gregor Racer replica, the Stone and Stone 4, the stunning Café Racer and the Scrambler model.
“The plan is to have no two of the same V7 ll Racer leave our show room, customers can all have their very own exclusive special Moto Guzzi V7 ll Racer from any of the models available,” said Craig Langton Sales Director Moto Guzzi SA and co-owner of the Cayenne Group. “For a very reasonable allocated budget that we have set aside for this brand the customer can create his own exclusive V7 ll Racer it can include the various FREE options available consisting of paint jobs, graphics, the side panels, back and front mud guards, tank, exhaust, conversions to a café racer or scrambler, right up to having one’s own personal number on the traditional Moto Guzzi side plate, or the customer has an option of the latest Shark helmet plus, last but not least is all the new units will come with a 3 year FREE service plan.” said Langton.
In introducing the new generation V7 ll Racers the best-selling and most popular "Eagle brand” Moto Guzzi models, manufactured in limited edition as the celebratory plate located on the upper steering yoke indicates, the V7 II Racer confirming the previous model's equipment and features when the total-black look was introduced on the side panels, mirrors, silencer brackets and foot peg guards in contrast with the bright 22 litre chromium fuel tank.
Other premium components include the aft-mounted foot pegs machined from solid billets, the lightened steering stem and the steering yoke guard consisting of a double chromed ring, which is so exquisitely crafted that it looks like an ornamental feature. Particularly satisfying, not only from an aesthetic point of view but also in terms of dynamic performance, is the presence of a pair of WMY01 Bitubo shock absorbers with adjustable spring preload, in extension and compression, thanks to a 12 click adjusting knob.
This is a bike that was born to be ridden strictly one-up, in black leathers, a skullcap helmet and leather stud palm gloves.
The new Moto Guzzi V7 II was christened thus according to Mandello tradition and it is available in three factory versions, each with its own identity: Stone, Racer and Special. Cayenne has added 3 more models conversions to the line-up. Making its début on the V7 ll Racer is a new, six speed gearbox with spacings that has allowed the first and last two ratios to be reduced, decreasing the drop in rpm between one gear and the next. Along with the new gearbox the clutch was also improved in order to achieve a softer action and a more even release. Moto Guzzi continues to develop solutions to increase active safety features and on the new V7 II the ABS braking system and MGCT (Moto Guzzi Controlled Traction) system have been introduced.
The former is a two-channel system, whereas the latter is a sophisticated electronic system that ensures ideal traction in any conditions, preventing the rear wheel from sliding during acceleration, thereby averting dangerous loss of grip to increase riding safety.
The aesthetics have also evolved on the new V7 II the engine has been tilted 4° toward the front axle and lowered 10 mm. This solution not only significantly improves the aesthetics from a side view, which on previous models seemed to have a "nose-up" look of the 90° V, but it also created more knee room. The new V7 II also has new 25 mm lower foot pegs, providing a comfortable position even for above average height riders, while remaining accessible and "user friendly" for riders - men and women - of any size.
The result achieved represents enough of an evolution to warrant a new name the V7 II. The addition of the Roman numeral historically identifies the most successful and longest running products to come out of Mandello del Lario, such as the V50, Le Mans, 1000 SP, California and now also the V7 in its well-known and popular versions. 
Among other things, The MGCT system allows the tyre contact surface with the ground to be recalibrated, thereby compensating for any wear or the use of units that have a profile different than the original standard equipment. Two indicator lights on the instrument cluster signal activation of the ABS and MGCT action.
Looking at the V7 II for the first time, the trained eye of an enthusiast may sense an initial significant difference: the bike appears to be longer and more front-loaded. This is not an optical illusion: the engine has been tilted 4° toward the front axle and lowered 10 mm compared to the previous model. This has created three more centimetres of knee room which, along with the new 25 mm lower foot pegs, provide a comfortable position even for taller than average riders.
Besides comfort, the Moto Guzzi V7 II is a whole new motorcycle in terms of riding pleasure. All you have to do is squeeze the clutch and engage the gear to appreciate a soft and quiet action which was unheard of on the previous five speed gearbox. Once you are in the saddle, lowered to 790 mm, you'll discover how the new saddle-handlebar-foot pegs triangulation transmits the pleasant sensation of being in the bike and not on top of it like with the previous version. The new riding position allows you to fully enjoy the changes made to the chassis which, thanks to the new lower and farther forward position of the engine, have made it more communicative and efficient in demanding riding.
The rear axle has also been re-stabilised, increasing suspension negative travel by lowering the cardan final drive output 50 mm. This now allows greater tyre grip during load transfer, both in braking and direction changes.
The V7 II is not a bike designed to break track records, but even in that situation it is faster now than the previous version along with its direct competitors.
The new Moto Guzzi V7 II embodies the important heritage of one of the most popular models in the extraordinary history of this glorious all-Italian motorcycle brand and offers a completely revamped riding experience to further reinforce the presence of the "Eagle Brand" on the market."
For more information call Berto at Cayenne World 011 244 1900 or visit the web site www.motoguzzi-sa.com
