I'll let you know how well it handles after I've had it a bit. It has more ground clearance (7.5"), a 29.5 degree rake, 4.26" trail and a sport frame. My TBA has a 33.3 degree rake with a 6.2" trail. The steering is lighter and more responsive than the Triumph. Slow speed handling is improved as a result. The Guzzi weighs about 90 lbs more, but has a shorter wheel base so the ride should be about the same if not a bit softer on the highway. The balance is nice. They're two different approaches to the same end and I like that. One thing they have in common is a funky kick stand. I got used to the Trump so I know I'll be OK with the Guzzi. Moto Guzzi uses a linked brake system. That'll take some getting used to. If you've never listened to a Guzzi idling you don't know what you're missing. Something about a pushrod engine that still makes me smile. I'll do a real comparison after I've had it on the road a while. That may take a bit the way our weather has been.
