By NastyNils·
Motorcycle comparison · Retro Classic vs Cruiser
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic (MY2008) vs Nevada 750 Classic (MY2012)
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic vs Nevada 750 Classic: buy with your heart, but read this first.
Right at the turn-in for a tight bend, the Moto Guzzi V7 Classic's light chassis doesn't wait and flicks straight onto its line. The Moto Guzzi Nevada 750 Classic's bars tip it in nimbly.
So which one do you buy?
The V7 Classic has the edge if…
Daily commuting & city riding
A touch ahead: V7 Classic
Day in, day out, the V7 Classic nudges ahead in traffic. It isn't a big enough gap to plan around.
Sporty riding on twisty roads
Slight edge: V7 Classic
Back-road fun leans slightly toward the V7 Classic. Credit a sportier chassis and more feel through the bars. It's a narrow call, so trust your test ride.
What makes each one tick
V7 Classic
The V7 Classic's transverse twin pulls smooth from low revs while the exhaust note carries a voice you'll want to hear. There's no rush in it. On the Blue Ridge Parkway the frame darts from curve to curve, and a bump there runs into a plain telescopic fork. Deep chrome and spokes glint at every stop.
Nevada 750 Classic
Stopped in traffic, the Nevada 750 Classic lets you flat-foot from a 29.9 in (760 mm) seat. The throttle wakes a twin that's strong down low, with peak torque arriving at just 2,800 rpm. It revs out freely, too. There's a buzz at higher speeds that wears on long highway runs. It slots into a parking space at walking pace.
The Voice of Experience
What actually separates them
- The Nevada 750 Classic has the lower seat: 29.9 in (760 mm) vs 31.7 in (805 mm).
- The Nevada 750 Classic has the lower wet weight: 406 lb (184 kg) vs 437 lb (198 kg).
- The Nevada 750 Classic makes more peak torque: 44 lb-ft (60 Nm) vs 40 lb-ft (55 Nm).
Which one for the way you ride
Comfortable long-distance riding
Neither is a natural fit
Big miles aren't where either one shines. You'll be watching for the next rest stop.
For running costs and a first bike, you won't find daylight between them. Let the test ride settle it.
Who each one is built for
What's good, and what you'll live with
V7 Classic
What owners say
Strengths
- Charismatic, torque-rich engine
- Classic Italian styling with high-quality details
- Low-maintenance shaft final drive
Nevada 750 Classic
What owners say
Strengths
- Agile handling for a cruiser
- Torquey and relaxed V-twin engine
- Light weight enhances city maneuverability
- Low seat height accessible to many riders
- Shaft drive reduces maintenance
Trade-offs
- Prone to corrosion if not well maintained
- Vibration at certain speeds can be intrusive
Known problems to check before you buy
V7 Classic
No confirmed faults on file yet. That's not the same as fault-free.
Nevada 750 Classic
- Exhaust and frame corrosion If not regularly cleaned and protected, the exhaust system, fasteners, and frame can develop surface rust, particularly in damp environments. This is more of a cosmetic concern but can worsen if neglected.
What they cost used
These prices compare a 13-year-old V7 Classic with a 13-year-old Nevada 750 Classic.
- V7 Classic
- about $6,600
- Nevada 750 Classic
- about $5,100
Thirteen-year-old Moto Guzzi V7 Classic and Moto Guzzi Nevada 750 Classic examples sit around $6,600 and $5,100 in the US market. The Nevada 750 Classic runs about $1,500 cheaper. These are estimates from earlier records, not live listings.
What they share
- Displacement
- 744 cc
- Engine
- 90° V-twin
- Cooling
- Air-cooled
- Power
- 49 hp (36 kW)
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Fork
- Telescopic
- Front brake
- 320 mm
Where the spec sheets split
| V7 Classic | Nevada 750 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat height | 31.7 in (805 mm) | 29.9 in (760 mm) |
| Wet weight | 437 lb (198 kg) | 406 lb (184 kg) |
| V7 Classic | Nevada 750 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 40 lb-ft (55 Nm) | 44 lb-ft (60 Nm) |
| Peak torque at | 3,600 rpm | 2,800 rpm |
| Top speed | 103 mph (165 km/h) | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
| V7 Classic | Nevada 750 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 US gal (17 L) | 3.7 US gal (14 L) |
| V7 Classic | Nevada 750 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Front tire | 100/90-18 | 110/90-18 |
| Rear tire | 130/80-17 | 130/90-16 |
What comes fitted, what costs extra
| V7 Classic | Nevada 750 Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Grips | Option | Not offered |
Head to head, area by area
Both bikes on the same scale, one area at a time.
