Moto Guzzi V-Twin Specifications, Data and Images
| Engine | ||||
| Configuration | 90 degree V twin 4 stroke, air-cooled OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. | Lubrication | Trochoidal gear driven pump, wet sump. 3.5 US quarts. | |
| Bore & Stroke | 82.5mm x 70.2mm | Ignition | Distributor, points, dual coils. | |
| Capacity | 748cc | Charging system | 12v 32ah battery, 14v 19ah Bosch alternator | |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 (9.3:1) | Starter | Bosch electric starter | |
| Maximum Power | 70hp (claimed) | Transmission | Gear driven primary drive, secondary drive via cardan shaft and double universal joint | |
| Maximum Torque | Gearbox | 5 speed gearbox | ||
| Fuel | 30mm square slide Dell'ortos | Clutch | Dry two plate clutch | |
| Chassis | ||||
| Frame | Wheels | 18 inch 40 hole alloy Borrani rims, stainless spokes. | ||
| Dimensions | Weight: 539 lbs. (245kg)
Wheelbase: 1473.2mm Length: Ground Clearance: 11.02 inches |
Tyres | Front 3.25 x 18
Rear 3.50 x 18 |
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| Front Suspension | Ceriani forks | Brakes | Front: Double drum, 220mm dia 4 leading shoe brake.
Rear: Twin leading shoe drum brake. |
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| Rear suspension | Fuel Capacity | 5 1/4 US Gallons | ||
| Performance | Regarded as a superbike in its day. Slow in acceleration, but capable of maintaining very respectable speeds with remarkable economy. | |||
