Moto Guzzi Tickles its V100 Mandello With New Model and Fresh Tech
Moto Guzzi has unwrapped a new special edition ‘Wind Tunnel’ V100 Mandello model to its sports tourer range, as a nod to the brand’s innovative aerodynamic approach
But that’s not all from Moto Guzzi as the rest of its V100 Mandello range has undergone a tickle with fresh technology added to enhance its safety system.
The update from Moto Guzzi comes in the form of a new radar-guided rider safety system, which will be aboard the Italian company’s flagship model. Also sitting in the V100 Mandello range is the S model which is the priciest of the three previous models at £15,900, although a sale is currently ongoing dropping the bike to £14,400 in both colourways.
Then there’s the Aviaziona Navale (Naval Aviation) model which sits between the S and standard V100 Mandello in terms of price. When the 2024 Mandello S was introduced it came with a comprehensive update in regards to tech and high-end features, including Ohlins semi-active suspension, a bi-directional quickshifter, heated grips, tyre pressure monitoring, and phone connectivity.
But now Moto Guzzi has adapted its PFF Rider Assistance Solution into the bike’s standard model as well. The technology used is derived from its adventure family member, the Stelvio, which was also new for 2024. It functions by using 4D radar imaging and offers forward collision warning, blind spot warning, and lane change assistance.
Further updates to the gearbox have been added which again mirror that of the Stelvio and have been implemented to give the Mandello models a better feel when changing gear. The same, Euro5+ compliant, V-twin four-cylinder engine remains across all three and produced 113bhp at 8700rpm and 77Ib ft of torque at 3500rpm.
The new Wind Tunnel edition has been added to the ranks to celebrate Moto Guzzi’s 70-year anniversary, and the reason for the Wind Tunnel name is because in 1954 it became the first brand to introduce a wind tunnel into its design process. The bike will be available in a red and black colourway.
After further updates in 2022, Moto Guzzi claimed the Mandello model is the world’s first motorcycle to feature adaptive aerodynamics. The system remains intact for 2025 and it can adjust the position of the deflectors on the sides of the tank depending on the speed and riding mode selected.
The updated Mandello S comes in Verde Ghiaccio and Rossi Lava colour options for 2025, while the standard model will be available in Blu Oceano and Grigio Titanio.
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