MOTO GUZZI V7 III Special User manual

MOTO GUZZI WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU
for choosing one of its products. We have drawn up this manual to show you all the features of your motorcycle. Please read it carefully before riding
the motorcycle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. You will also discover features, details and devices
which will reassure you that you have made the right choice. We believe that if you follow our suggestions, you will soon get to know your new motorbike
inside and out and it will serve you well for a long time to come. This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be
transferred to the new owner.
V7 III
Ed. 01_11/2019 Cod. 2Q000411 (ENUS-FR-ES-IT)

The instructions contained in this booklet were written to provide a simple and clear guide for use of the vehicle. The manual also details routine
maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorized Moto Guzzi Dealer or Service Center, as well
as instructions for some simple maintenance items. Procedures not described in detail here require the use of special tools and/or specific technical
knowledge: we therefore advise you to contact an authorized Moto Guzzi Dealer or Workshop if you need them to be carried out.
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Personal safety
Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal
injury.
Protecting the environment
Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam-
aging the environment.
Vehicle condition
The incomplete or lack of observance to these regulations can lead to risk of serious
damage to the vehicle and may even invalidate the warranty.
The signs pictured above are very important. They work to highlight those parts of the
booklet that should be read with particular care. As you can see, each sign consists of
a different graphic symbol, making it quick and easy to locate the various topics. Before
youstarttheengine,readthisbookletcarefully,payingparticularattentiontothechapter
on "General Safety Rules ". Your safety and that of other road users depends as much
on your ability to respond to other traffic and unexpected occurrences as on your famil-
iarity with your vehicle, the vehicle's efficiency and your knowledge of basic SAFE
RIDING techniques. We therefore recommend that you should take the time to famili-
arize yourself with your vehicle, so that you can move in road traffic confidently and
safely. IMPORTANT This booklet is an integral part of the vehicle and must be kept with
the vehicle, even though the vehicle is sold.
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INDEX
GENERAL RULES....................................................................... 7
General Safety Rules................................................................ 8
Foreword............................................................................... 8
Carbon Monoxide.................................................................. 9
Fuel....................................................................................... 9
Hot Components................................................................... 10
Warning Lights...................................................................... 11
Used Engine Oil and Gearbox Oil......................................... 11
Brake fluid............................................................................. 12
Battery Hydrogen Gas and Electrolyte.................................. 12
General Precautions and Warnings.......................................... 13
Road Regulations and Use of the Motorcycle....................... 14
Noise Emission Warranty...................................................... 15
Tampering............................................................................. 16
Problems that May Affect the Motorcycle Emissions............ 17
Position of the Warning Labels................................................. 17
Label 1...................................................................................... 20
Label 2...................................................................................... 21
Label 3...................................................................................... 21
Label 4...................................................................................... 22
Label 5...................................................................................... 22
Label 6...................................................................................... 23
Label 7...................................................................................... 23
Label 8...................................................................................... 24
Label 9...................................................................................... 24
Label 10.................................................................................... 25
Label 11.................................................................................... 25
Label 12.................................................................................... 26
Label 13.................................................................................... 26
Label 14.................................................................................... 26
California evaporative emission system.................................... 27
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations...................................... 29
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage....................................... 29
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities........................................ 30
VEHICLE...................................................................................... 35
Arrangement of the Main Components..................................... 36
Dashboard................................................................................ 40
Instrument panel....................................................................... 42
Light Unit................................................................................... 42
Digital LCD Display................................................................... 43
Alarms................................................................................... 44
Control Buttons...................................................................... 45
Advanced Functions.............................................................. 49
Ignition Switch....................................................................... 53
Locking the Handlebar.......................................................... 54
Horn Button............................................................................... 54
Turn Signal Selector................................................................. 55
High/Low Beam Selector.......................................................... 55
Passing Button.......................................................................... 56
Start-up Button.......................................................................... 56
Engine Stop Switch................................................................... 57
ABS system.............................................................................. 57
MGCT system (Moto Guzzi Controllo Trazione)....................... 60
The saddle................................................................................ 65
Opening the saddle............................................................... 67
Saddle guard......................................................................... 67
The identification....................................................................... 69
USE.............................................................................................. 71
Checks...................................................................................... 72
Refueling................................................................................... 75
Rear shock absorbers adjustment............................................ 78
Check front fork......................................................................... 82
Front brake lever adjustment.................................................... 82
Rear brake pedal adjustment.................................................... 82
Clutch lever adjustment............................................................ 83
Gear pedal adjustment.............................................................. 84
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Running-In................................................................................ 84
Starting the engine.................................................................... 85
Moving off / riding...................................................................... 86
Stopping the engine.................................................................. 90
Parking...................................................................................... 91
Catalytic silencer....................................................................... 92
Stand......................................................................................... 93
Suggestion to prevent theft....................................................... 95
Safe riding................................................................................. 96
Basic safety rules...................................................................... 105
MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 109
Foreword................................................................................... 110
Engine oil level.......................................................................... 110
Engine oil level check............................................................ 112
Engine Oil Top Off................................................................. 113
Engine oil change.................................................................. 113
Bevel gear pair oil level......................................................... 115
Gearbox oil level....................................................................... 116
Tires.......................................................................................... 116
Spark plug removal................................................................... 119
Side panel disassembly............................................................ 119
Air filter removal........................................................................ 120
Checking the brake fluid level................................................... 120
Braking system fluid top up................................................... 122
Use of a new battery............................................................. 122
Electrolyte level check........................................................... 123
Charging the Battery............................................................. 124
Long periods of inactivity.......................................................... 124
Fuses........................................................................................ 125
Lights........................................................................................ 127
Headlight adjustment............................................................. 130
Front direction indicators........................................................... 132
Rear lights................................................................................. 134
Rear turn signals....................................................................... 135
Rear-view mirrors...................................................................... 136
Front and rear disc brake.......................................................... 137
Periods of inactivity................................................................... 140
Cleaning the vehicle.................................................................. 142
Transport................................................................................... 148
TECHNICAL DATA...................................................................... 149
Toolkit....................................................................................... 157
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE.................................................... 159
Scheduled servicing table......................................................... 160
Recommended Products.......................................................... 163
SPECIAL FITTINGS..................................................................... 165
Index accessoires..................................................................... 166
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V7 III
Chap. 01
General rules
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General Safety Rules
Before starting the engine, carefully read this use and maintenance manual and in
particular the chapters ''GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS'' and ''SAFE DRIV-
ING''.
Your safety and that of other persons does not depend only on your ability to drive,
but also on an understanding of the vehicle and how to drive it safely. Therefore the
vehicle should not be used on public roads or freeways before receiving instructions
from a qualified safety organisation like the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, being well-
prepared and having a driving licence for motorcycles.
Foreword
NOTE
THIS USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT DOCUMENT AND
SHOULD ALWAYS BE KEPT TOGETHER WITH THE VEHICLE. IF THE VEHICLE
IS SOLD, PLEASE GIVE THIS BOOKLET TO THE NEW OWNER.
Moto Guzzi created this use and maintenance booklet to provide you, as the rider,
with correct and current information. However, given the fact that Moto Guzzi is con-
tinually improving the design of its vehicles, it is possible that there may be slight
differences between the characteristics of your vehicle and those outlined in this man-
ual. For any clarification you may need about your vehicle, contact your local Moto
Guzzi Dealership, which will always have the most current information available from
the company. For checks and repairs not expressly described in this manual, for pur-
chase of original spare parts, accessories and other Moto Guzzi products, and for
assistance with specific problems, contact your local Moto Guzzi Dealership or Serv-
ice Center. The professionals there will provide you with quick and thorough assis-
tance.
Thanks for choosing Moto Guzzi.
Safe Riding!
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This use and maintenance booklet is protected by copyright law in all countries, and
total or partial reproduction using any printing or electronic method is prohibited.
Carbon Monoxide
IMPORTANT
EXHAUST FUMES CONTAIN CARBON MONOXIDE, A POISONOUS GAS WHICH
CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS AND EVEN DEATH.
IMPORTANT
CARBON MONOXIDE IS ODORLESS AND COLORLESS. FOR THIS REASON
YOUCANNOTSMELL,SEE ORIDENTIFY ITWITH THEOTHER SENSES.DO NOT
BREATHE EXHAUST FUMES UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
Fuel
IMPORTANT
FUEL USED TO DRIVE EXPLOSION ENGINES IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE AND
CAN BECOME EXPLOSIVE UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS. IT IS THEREFORE
RECOMMENDED TO CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND MAINTENANCE PROCE-
DURES IN A VENTILATED AREA WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF. DO NOT
SMOKE DURING REFUELLING OR NEAR FUEL VAPOUR. AVOID ANY CON-
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TACT WITH NAKED FLAME, SPARKS OR OTHER HEAT SOURCES WHICH MAY
CAUSE IGNITION OR EXPLOSION.
DO NOT ALLOW FUEL TO DISPERSE INTO THE ENVIRONMENT.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
A FALL OR EXCESSIVE TILTING OF THE VEHICLE COULD CAUSE FUEL TO
SPILL.
Hot Components
IMPORTANT
THE ENGINE AND ALL ITS EXHAUST COMPONENTS, JUST LIKE THE BRAKING
SYSTEM,BECOMEVERY HOT ANDSTAY HOT EVENAFTERTHE VEHICLE AND
THE ENGINE HAVE BEEN SWITCHED OFF. BEFORE HANDLING ANY COMPO-
NENTAFTER THEVEHICLE HASBEEN RUNNING,MAKESUREITHASCOOLED
ENOUGH TO BE HANDLED.
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Warning Lights
IF THE ALARM WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE DURING NORMAL ENGINE
FUNCTIONING, IT MEANS THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT HAS
FOUND AN ABNORMALITY.
IF THE GENERAL ALARM WARNING LIGHT (OIL PRESSURE ALARM) FLASHES
DURING NORMAL ENGINE FUNCTIONING, IT MEANS THAT THE OIL PRES-
SURE IN THE CIRCUIT IS INSUFFICIENT.
IN THIS CASE THE ENGINE MUST BE SHUT OFF IMMEDIATELY IN ORDER TO
PREVENT POSSIBLE DAMAGE.
PERFORM THE MOTOR OIL LEVEL CHECK. IF THE INSUFFICIENT MOTOR OIL
PRESSURE LIGHT STAYS ON DESPITE THE ABOVE PROCEDURE BEING PER-
FORMED CORRECTLY, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED Moto Guzzi Dealer TO
HAVE THE SYSTEM CHECKED.
Used Engine Oil and Gearbox Oil
IMPORTANT
WASH YOUR HANDS VERY CAREFULLY AFTER HANDLING OIL: ENGINE OIL
OR TRANSMISSION FLUID CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE SKIN IF
HANDLED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME OR REGULARLY. WE RECOMMEND
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THAT YOU WEAR LATEX GLOVES OR THE EQUIVALENT NON-LATEX PROD-
UCT WHILE PERFORMING VEHICLE MAINTENANCE.
ALWAYS USE APPROPRIATE DISPOSAL METHODS. OIL IS DANGEROUS FOR
THE ENVIRONMENT AND FEDERAL LAW PROHIBITS UNAUTHORIZED DIS-
POSAL. BRING USED OIL TO AN APPROPRIATE OIL COLLECTION CENTER OR
ASK THAT IT BE TAKEN AWAY BY THE USED OIL COLLECTION COMPANY
NEAREST TO YOU.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Brake fluid
THE BRAKE FLUID MAY DAMAGE PAINTED, PLASTIC OR RUBBER SURFA-
CES. WHEN SERVICING THE BRAKING SYSTEM PROTECT THESE COMPO-
NENTS WITH A CLEAN CLOTH. ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES
WHEN SERVICING THESE SYSTEMS. THE BRAKE FLUID IS EXTREMELY DAN-
GEROUSFORTHEEYES. IN THE EVENTOFACCIDENTALCONTACT WITH THE
EYES, RINSE THEM IMMEDIATELY WITH ABUNDANT COLD, CLEAN WATER
AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
Battery Hydrogen Gas and Electrolyte
IMPORTANT
THE BATTERY ELECTROLYTE IS TOXIC, CORROSIVE AND, AS IT CONTAINS
SULPHURIC ACID, MAY CAUSE BURNING IF IT COMES INTO CONTACT WITH
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THE SKIN. WHEN HANDLING BATTERY ELECTROLYTE, WEAR TIGHT-FITTING
GLOVESANDPROTECTIVE APPAREL.INTHE EVENTOFSKIN CONTACTWITH
THE ELECTROLYTIC FLUID, RINSE WELL WITH PLENTY OF CLEAN WATER. IT
IS PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT TO PROTECT YOUR EYES BECAUSE EVEN
TINY AMOUNTS OF BATTERY ACID MAY CAUSE BLINDNESS. IN THE EVENT
OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES, RINSE WITH PLENTY OF WATER FOR FIFTEEN
MINUTES AND CONSULT AN EYE SPECIALIST IMMEDIATELY. THE BATTERY
RELEASESEXPLOSIVEGASES;KEEP IT AWAY FROMFLAMES,SPARKS, CIG-
ARETTES OR ANY OTHER HEAT SOURCES. ENSURE ADEQUATE VENTILA-
TION WHEN SERVICING OR RECHARGING THE BATTERY.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
BATTERY LIQUID IS CORROSIVE. DO NOT POUR OR SPILL ON PLASTIC COM-
PONENTS IN PARTICULAR. ENSURE THAT THE ELECTROLYTIC ACID IS COM-
PATIBLE WITH THE BATTERY BEING ACTIVATED.
General Precautions and Warnings
Unless otherwise specified in this Use and Maintenance Manual, do not remove any
mechanical or electrical component.
IMPORTANT
SOME CONNECTORS IN THE VEHICLE MAY BE ACCIDENTALLY SWAPPED
AND MAY COMPROMISE NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION IF INCORRECTLY IN-
STALLED.
In the event of questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, contact
Piaggio Group Americas, Inc., 257 Park Avenue South, 4th Floor New York, NY
10010, U.S.A. Telephone number: [phone], the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency,2000 Traverwood Ann Arbor, MI 48105or the California Air Resources Board
at P.O. Box 8001, 9528 Telstar Avenue, El Monte, CA 91734-8001.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause an accident, injury or
death, report it immediately to the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Ad-
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ministration) and Moto Guzzi. In the event that the NHTSA receives other similar
informationitcouldopenaninvestigation,andifasafetydefect is detected concerning
a group of vehicles it could require the recall or the application of corrective measures.
Inanycase theNHTSAdoesnot interveneintheevent ofindividualproblemsbetween
individuals, dealers or Moto Guzzi. To contact the NHTSA, call the Vehicle Safety
Hotline [phone]) or write to: U.S. Department of Transportation, National High-
way Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington DC 20590. For
more information on vehicle safety, contact the toll-free number.
Your safety and that of those around you depend not only on your ability to ride but
also on your knowledge of the vehicle and the safety rules.
Therefore it is essential that you do not use your vehicle on public roads or highways
until you have received instructions from a fit and qualified safety organization such
as the MOTORCYCLISTS SAFETY FOUNDATION.
LIST OF DEFECTS THAT IMPAIR SAFETY
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could lead to accidents or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA), a section of the US Department of Transportation.
After receiving information on alleged defects, NHTSA may open an investigation to
find out if a group of defective vehicles is on the market. At that point, they can start
an information campaign and recall the vehicles from the market. However, neither
the NHTSA nor the Department of Transportation will be involved in personal matters
concerning the consumer and the manufacturer.
Additional information can be obtained by calling the appropriate number.
Road Regulations and Use of the Motorcycle
The rules of the road vary from state to state. Before starting out it is important to be
familiar with the rules of the road of the state in which you will be using your vehicle.
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IMPORTANT
THIS VEHICLE WAS DESIGNED TO BE USED EXCLUSIVELY ON PAVED
ROADS. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED OFF ROAD, ON RACE TRACKS, FOR
OFF ROAD OR MOTOCROSS RACES. DO NOT USE THIS VEHICLE ON IRREG-
ULAR SURFACES, DIRT OR GRAVEL ROADS. NOT OBSERVING THESE WARN-
INGS MAY LEAD TO A FALL RESULTING IN INJURY OR EVEN DEATH.
Noise Emission Warranty
Piaggio&C. S.p.A.,guaranteesthatatthemomentof production,theexhaustsystem
conformswith allU.S.EPA federalnoise emissionstandards.Anyquestionsregarding
the exhaust system of this vehicle should be directed to any Authorized Moto Guzzi
Dealer or to Moto Guzzi Customer Care at [phone], or by writing to:
Moto Guzzi Customer Care c/o Piaggio Group Americas, Inc.
257 Park Avenue South, 4th Floor,
New York, NY 10010
U.S.A.
Origin of the Emissions
IMPORTANT
THE COMBUSTION PROCESS CREATES CARBON MONOXIDE AND HYDRO-
CARBONS. THE HYDROCARBON CHECK IS VERY IMPORTANT BECAUSE UN-
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DER CERTAIN CONDITIONS THESE CAN REACT TO SUNLIGHT AND CREATE
PHOTOCHEMICAL SMOG.
CARBON MONOXIDE DOES NOT REACT IN THE SAME WAY, BUT IT IS TOXIC
AND HARMFUL. Moto Guzzi USES A CARBURETOR SYSTEM BASED ON A
"LEAN" FUEL MIX AND OTHER SYSTEMS TO REDUCE THE PRODUCTION OF
CARBON MONOXIDE AND HYDROCARBONS.
Tampering
Tampering with the exhaust system is not allowed. Federal law prohibits the following
actions:
a) The removal of any device or element intended to control noise emissions included
in all new vehicles, or any action, on the part of any person, intended to render these
inoperative, except for purposes of maintenance, repair, or substitution, either before
delivery to the final purchaser or during utilization of the vehicle,
or
b) use of the vehicle after said device or element has been removed or made inoper-
able by any person.
The following actions are also defined as tampering:
a) Removal or perforation of the muffler, baffles, inflow tubes, or any other component
that conveys exhaust fumes.
b) Dismantling or perforating any component of the intake system.
c) Insufficient maintenance.
d) Substitution of any moving parts or any parts of the intake or exhaust systems with
parts different than those specified by the manufacturer.
e) Removal of decals or warning labels concerning emissions or the safe operation of
the vehicle. DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE REMOVAL OF DECALS AND/OR
WARNING LABELS ARE NOT COVERED UNDER THE CONDITIONS OF THE
MOTO GUZZI NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY. In addition, many countries
may refuse to allow the registration of a vehicle that lacks warning labels relative to
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emissions and/or safety, if these labels are not properly attached. The owner of the
vehicle must recognize that Piaggio Group Americas, Inc. / Moto Guzzi USA will not
recognize any warranty when the vehicle or any of its components are damaged or
are considered defective as a result of neglect, improper maintenance, unauthorized
modifications,use inracingeitherorganizedorunorganizedorin eventssuchasTrack
Days.
IMPORTANT
THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED IF THE NOISE OF THE
VEHICLE SHOULD SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASE WITH USE. OTHERWISE THE
OWNER COULD BE FINED UNDER STATE OR LOCAL REGULATIONS.
Problems that May Affect the Motorcycle Emissions
Whenever you encounter one of the following warning signs, immediately have your
vehicle checked and repaired at your local Moto Guzzi Dealership.
Symptoms:
•Difficulty starting. Stalling after start up.
•Ignition problems or ignition advance while accelerating.
•Combustion delay (spark advance).
•Poor engine performance, reduced handling, or excessive fuel consumption.
Position of the Warning Labels (01_01, 01_02)
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01_01
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01_02
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01_03
01_04
Label 1 (01_03, 01_04)
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