What does it take to be nominated for "surprise of the year"?
Motorcycles nominated for this award should first and foremost surprise the jury by delivering more driving pleasure and functionality than can be expected within a segment and price range. The candidates should be outside the "mainstream" category and not represent something everyone buys and be able to stand on their own two feet by satisfying the jury's strict requirements:
- To surprise and or challenge everything in the "mainstream" category
- Quality
- Ergonomics
- Driving performance and production of driving pleasure
- Driving pleasure per dollar invested
- Design and sensuality/sex factor
- Smile factor
The nomination and the award are intended to help the market see new stars that are overshadowed by the mainstream models.
Moto Guzzi Stelvio
Segment: Adventure
Technical key figures
Engine : Transversal V twin, water-cooled
Cubic : 1042 cc
Hk : 115
Drive : Kardang
Front dampers : 46 mm Sachs, adjustable 170 mm travel
Rear damper : Mono damper, 170 mm travel adjustable
Front brakes : Brembo caliper, 2 c 320 mm 4p
Rear brakes : Brembo caliper, 280 mm single disc 2p
ABS : Cornering
Front tire : 120/70 R19
Rear tires : 179/60 R17
Length : 2195 mm
Wheelbase : 1520 mm
Dry weight : 222 kg
Wet weight : 246 mm
Seat height : 830 mm
Tank volume : 21 liters
The second generation Stelvio is a significant modernization of its predecessor, which has been and still is a very popular motorcycle in the Guzzi community. As an Italian, the model named after the Stelvio passport is of course spectacular in its design, technology and, not least, driving characteristics. Many people cheered when it became clear that there would actually be a second generation of the model that competes in the heaviest part of the adventure segment. The cool thing about Moto Guzzi is that, in this particular competition to win the market, they run their very own race and, true to their own DNA, they are therefore building a real Moto Guzzi with all the character and distinctive features it should have. That's why it's cool to drive a Moto Guzzi, they don't give a damn what the competition does and run their own race. However, the Stelvio offers some pretty hefty power figures and the machine that delivers 115 hp and 105 Nm is pretty hefty. The engine and drive train are the centerpiece and look absolutely gorgeous.
The bodywork that surrounds the engine section is, of course, just as tasteful and attractive and the ergonomic parameters are just as good. The Stelvio and Mandello models are the first where Moto Guzzi goes further with the use of modern technology and rider support and the Stelvio therefore has everything you can think of, even adaptive cruise control and quick-change technology for those who want or need it. However, we remind you that Moto Guzzi has in many ways represented and perhaps should represent the true and authentic motorcycle that creates riding experiences by conveying good handling and high mechanical precision. This heritage is not something to be messed with lightly, because it's all about emotions and history.
The newcomer therefore surprises by going further than its predecessors in terms of technology. The Stelvio is hefty on power and has a very capable steering geometry. The model is beautiful to drive and with its four driving modes, it can easily be described as Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. You'll find everything from high levels of comfort and predictability, to sporty rawness and top-class ramp characteristics. Best on asphalt, brilliant on gravel. Either way, the ride will be an experience and over time the bike will form a lasting bond with you as a rider. According to Guzzisten, you never sell a Guzzi, you just buy a new one.
The model will be presented in the Vrådals hall on Friday, September 20 at 18:00 together with the other nominees and will be available for test drives both Saturday and Sunday.
