have a two valve Norge, very smooth, particularly at 90 (on the continent!), mind you the Spada was as whipped cream at that speed… Absolutely no mech or electrical issues since 2007 (new). Make sure that the rear suspension has been taken apart and greased. many were assembled absolutely dry and if so, the bearings will now be shot.
As Brian has said, 2 valve 1200 share chassis and engine, just different handle bars and plastic. Gearbox when properly warm, as good as any Jap box…, silent and clutchless, up or down.
Even Guzzi didn’t seem to realise how good a “thing” they were onto with these bikes!! Plus ca change…Laurie2014-05-27 09:17:55