Overall very nice and accomplished. Nice spread of power and torque, certainly swift. Clunky gearbox (though the bike had less than 30 miles on it at the start). Felt a bit short seat to bar, though I appear to be one of the few people with a 1200RS that doesn't have handlebar riser fitted. Seat was comfortable but a 'one position' affair. It was the 'base' model I rode and for the conditions the suspension was fine. The V100S has both upgraded suspension and also more equipment as standard.
![Image](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52668656083_b9928619fd_c.jpg)
![Image](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52668590550_2ca477ce05_c.jpg)
The other, major, concern is Piaggio's ability to provide accessories, servicing and spares. The dealer recognises their supply chain is a little flakey and unreliable. The Guzzi website is also woeful from a configurator and pricing PoV. And it's a brand new engine so potential for niggles.
That said an interesting and very competent machine and maybe one day once the platform has bedded in a little.