V100 mandello vs gsxs1000gt+
Title pretty much says it all. I currently have a 2019 CB1000R in red, and I LOVE both the styling and riding personality to death. But. BUT. (And this is a huge but) there are a total of zero serious luggage options for it.
I’m looking to do multi-day road trips on her, visit the mountains, etc. I currently have a small commuter-sized side case that could maybe fit a single change of clothes, but even that is cobbled together and blocks access to the passenger pegs.
SO - I’m looking for a sporty performance bike that’s comfortable on longer rides, and natively compatible with larger locking waterproof luggage systems. (Preferably SHAD’s 3P/4P, though GIVI has some attractive options too)
As the title suggests, I think I’ve narrowed this down to either a v100 mandello or a Suzuki gsxs1000gt+. I haven’t seen one in person, but in photos the mandello looks stellar. (I just love a single sided swing arm, like my CB1000R) However in person, the 1000gt+ in red looks the absolute business too, and sitting in the saddle feels just like my current bike. I’m unable to test ride either, as I’m unaware of any dealers near me that allow test rides due to “liability reasons”. Speaking of dealers, I’d imagine parts for the Suzuki would be much easier to come by than the guzzi, as well as service information.
TLDR: has anyone ridden both these bikes and can offer some pro/cons to picking one over the other? Thanks!