Much more in keeping with an original V7 Sport from 1969, the Café Classic sports the bump-stop seat for one, clip on bars and tank, and panels as faithful as modern construction techniques allow. The metallic greeny gold paint is supposed to be reminiscent of the original paint on the original bikes.
The Moto Guzzi Griso has sort of lurked in the background since it was launched back in 2005. Not because it wasn’t any good, in true Guzzi style the bike found favour with those already familiar with the brand, but it didn’t quite have the kerb appeal the Ducati Monster et al have with those looking for something new.
The term 'Moto Guzzi sportsbike' is used in schools to teach English students what oxymoron means, along with honest politician, fast BMW and reliable Buell.