Moto Guzzi has announced that the new 2016 V7 II and Audace models are arriving at Canadian dealers this month starting at $9,190 and $16,490, respectively.

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The 2016 Moto Guzzi V7 II lineup includes three trim levels:

• V7 II Stone ABS ($9,190);
• V7 II Special ABS ($9,990);
• V7 II Racer ABS ($11,190).

Please note that the Stone and Special models are already in showrooms, while the Racer is due in a few days.

For the first time, the latter is produced with a satin finished tank, and the black/metallic grey paints are matched at an angle emphasized by a red line that is virtually a continuation of the distinctive V7 Racer red frame. Each of the 1,000 units will feature a serialized aluminum plate.

The bike also sports new brake and clutch levers for improved ergonomics, as well as Bitubo WMY01 shocks for dynamic performance.

Meanwhile, the 2016 Moto Guzzi Audace boasts clean, all-black styling accented by a circular headlight and a carbon mudguard. The 96hp engine gets an oil cooler, metallic radiator grille, polished valve covers, and fully black tailpipes.

Other features on the Audace include a leather-like seat with exposed red stitching, rear shocks with separate gas reservoir, light alloy wheels personalized with the Moto Guzzi logo, and minimalist black mirrors.