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How bad is this rust?

Seller had a 2015 Moto Guzzi V7 special.

10,300 miles on it, he’s the third owner. I test rode it yesterday and it felt great. Would have pulled the trigger there but some of the rust is giving me pause. Can anyone weigh in on if this is more surface level and can be taken care of by cleaning or replacing bolts…or if I should be more concerned and not mess with this bike. The rust on the drive shaft is the bit that really made me think twice.

Thanks for any help yall can provide!

u/rhinestone_cowboy69 — 20 hours ago
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How bad is this rust?

Seller had a 2015 V7 special, he’s asking for $4,500.

10,300 miles on it, he’s the third owner. I test rode it yesterday and it felt great. Would have pulled the trigger there but some of the rust is giving me pause. Can anyone weigh in on if this is more surface level and can be taken care of by cleaning or replacing bolts…or if I should be more concerned and not mess with this bike. The rust on the drive shift is the bit that really made me think twice.

Thanks for any help yall can provide!

u/rhinestone_cowboy69 — 21 hours ago

Feedback/tips ahead of test ride of 2015 V7 special?

2015 V7 special with 10,500 miles, 3rd owner selling it. Listed at $4,500. Seeing $3,455 on KBB. For reference I am in NYC and would commute about an hour and a half into New Jersey to see this bike.

In addition to the gunfighter seat he’s also added CRG mirrors, Ikon rear shocks and the rear rack. In some question asking he mentioned one of the knocks of this years model is the fuel filter which he said could be replaced with a metal one, which he has and would include in the purchase.

This would be my third Guzzi in as many years. First one I had (2010 v7 cafe) I loved dearly but was hit and totaled while street parked. The second one (1984 SP) was a constant headache and has scared me away from vintage bikes until I have more space and a garage.

Desperately wanna get back on the horse but want to feel great about the next purchase. Would love any feedback on this bike as far as you can see as well as any good questions to take to the seller during my test ride.

Thanks all!

u/rhinestone_cowboy69 — 3 days ago