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Moto Guzzi V10 Centauro Sport 2001

Moto Guzzi V10 Centauro Sport 2001

The V10 Centauro Sport is the most innovative model in the latest generation of Moto Guzzi motorcycles. It is destined to become a milestone in the history of Moto Guzzi. The rightful heir of the legendary V7, the V10 shares the same balanced blend of impeccable cycle parts and really enduring solid mechanics. The Sport is characterised by standard front fairing, adjustable handlebars and reshaped seat, as well as by a wide range of optional accessories.

Technical Specifications
Engine: 90 degrees V-twin, 4-stroke, air-cooled
Capacity: 992 cc, Nigusil cylinder lining
Bore And Stroke: 90 x 78 mm
Compression Ratio: 10.5 : 1
Maximum Power: 70kW (95 CV) at 8200 rpm (EEC standard)
Maximum Torque: 88 Nm (9 Kg/Mt.) at 5800 rpm (EEC standard)
Fuel System: electronic injection
Ignition: Weber Marelli digital electronic
Valves And Operation: overhead cam 4 valves per cylinder
Lubrication: gear operated pump forced
Starting System: electric
Clutch: dry twin disc on ultralight flywheel
Primary Transmission: helical gears
Gearbox: 5 speed helical gears
Final Drive: double universal joint shaft drive with counter motion drive and bevel drive box with rubber damping to rear wheel
Frame: rectangular section monobox in Nickel/Chrome/Molybdenum steel alloy
Suspension: front: WP upside-down telescopic forks; rear: oval section NiCrMo steel swinging arm; WP hydraulic adjustable single shock with adjustable preload and compression/rebound damping
Electrical System: 12V, 14V 25A alternator, 12Ah battery
Braking System: front: hydraulic with adjustable handspar lever twin semi-floating Brmbo 320 mm Ø drilled discs with 4 piston calipers; rear: hydraulic 2 piston calipers with single fixed 282 mm Ø drilled disc
Tubeless Tyres: front: 120/70 ZR 17 (radial); rear: 160/60 ZR 17 (radial)
Wheels: light alloy cast , 3 curved spokes (rear wheel with cush drive incorporated)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 18 litres
Fuel Consumption: 4.5 litres / 100 km (CUNA standard)
Maximum Speed: 218 kph
Dry Weight: 224 kg
Dimensions: wheelbase: 1475 mm; maximum length: 2180 mm
Accessories
Twin Saddle/Luggage Rack, Lower Fairing, Small Aerodynamic Windscreen;
Carbon-Fibre Exhaust Kit (Non-Homologated);
40-Litre Hard Top Box.

Sources: AMI; Image courtesy Diesel997s at Flickr.

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