Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello vs V100 S - Comparison Test 

Just under 7000km into owning a V100 S and having just returned from a 3000km tour of Spain a can offer a few observations, finding neutral has never been a problem but the quick shifter is best left to be used in gear 3 or above in the lower gears especially on the downshift it is clunky however it is improving as I put more Km on the bike. The semi-active suspension is one of the bikes best features tour mode is great for a soft ride on the Autostrada but to instantly change to a more aggressive mode for the twisting mountain roads is a brilliant feature that I would not be without. My passenger reports the bike as the most comfortable she has ridden and much better than by previous Triumph 1050 sprint. For me it is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden with the Aero package providing more rain protection than you would expect but with the ability to stow the screen and winglets when it is hot to provide cooling air. The luggage attachment system is excellent with the panniers being fast to remove but secure against unauthorised removal……….. I could go on for a other hour or so telling you how much I like this bike, but I’m sure you get the picture.

S OR NO S - THE RED ONE LOOKS BETTER THAN ALL OF THEM PERIOD

I own a V100 S for 6 months, and 5000 km later, I can confirm the quick shifter is working very well. It just took me some time to get used to it, but once you get to that point, it’s really is one of the best quick shifter I know. Requires to push firmly but then it’s very very predictable.

The biggest disappointment with this bike for me is that the S version does not come with in the white paint with gold rims. I want the adjustable suspension, but I want the white paint more. This bike looks absolutely amazing in that color scheme. The S color schemes make it look like every other expensive sport tourer on the market, dull and uninspiring.

Thanks for the review. I bought the red one. I can agree a on that the suspension is a bit stiff for touring bik, but hey it's not really a touring bike. I use my bike for commutning and shorter tours of a few days.

This is the type of review I needed. Does it work, how much, is it worth it. Perfection, ty.

The red one is coming in 3 days, right in my garage. To me, the bunch of features for the S version is not worth the price when regarding suspensions and utilities real advantages.

The V100s with heated grips, heated seat, and larger windscreen is amazing. The TPMS issues are annoying. My TPMS sensors did eventually calibrate.

Buying one in the spring. Test rode one last month and LOVED it.

Excellent review. What works is praised. What’s a gimmick or does not work properly is rejected. I am a sports rider and love the classic red with gold wheels combination of the standard version so I would probably go for that one. What I do however not like are todays gigantic handlebars in general. So as far as I am concerned Guzzi should also add a Le Mans version. Not as a sort of race replica but as a fun sports motorcycle. So a Stelvio style treatment but then in the other direction with a bit sportier seating layout.

I wonder if they'll do a "Norge" version , a slightly bigger but sleek fairing...........ooooo

This was a great video, and thanks for the warning about the standard suspension.

Thanks excellent review, I'm seriously considering it as my next bike

Gorgeous bike!

Thanks for the comparison.

With the s model in manual mode does is the suspension still adaptive to the ride?. Curios what the difference between auto and manual is other than having more adjustment in manual mode?

V100 ❤❤❤

Which boots is the test rider wearing?

❤guzzi😊

nice!

"Finding neutral is as likely as winning the lottery". Really dude ?....

no bags

There’s a bloke on YT who has one. It has a bloody oil leak. That’s crap. In this day and age, no bike should be leaking oil.

Wow comparing two bikes with the same weight and the same horse power.Do you really think there is a difference?