museum, however, the 500's im-
portance is immediately obvious. It
represents the era when Moto Guzzi
was willing to pursue technical
solutions simply because they were
possible and is a complete 180-de-
gree switch from the overly tight and
controlled regulations manufactur-
ers need to comply with today.
THE GUZZISTI
TAKE OVER
For the duration of GMG, Mandello
del Lario was Moto Guzzi.
Guzzis filled the streets, cafes
and parking areas, while the factory
grounds became a vast gathering
place for riders from around the
world. The event offered factory
tours, museum access, test rides,
displays, food, music, entertainment
and numerous club activities.
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(Top left) The
famed Moto Guzzi
500cc V8 has its
own room, and
rightly so. (Above)
There's even a
static engine on
display. Talk about
a mechanical
jewel. (Right) Local
dignitaries cut the
ribbon ahead of
the main party.
