2012 Moto Guzzi V7 Special

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2012


2012 Moto Guzzi V7 Special specifications, pictures, reviews and rating

Moto Guzzi's profilation of this bike
This is the closest to the original V7 concept, not only because it shares its name with the first V7 signed by Lino Tonti, but because if faithfully cites the same riding philosophy, that of a touring bike with sophisticated finishings and exclusive technical solutions. 

General information
Model Moto Guzzi V7 Special
Model year 2012
Category Classic
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Engine and transmission
Displacement 744.0 ccm (45.40 cubic inches)
Engine type V2, four-stroke
Engine details V 90 twin
Power output 50.0 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 6200 RPM
Torque 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 2800 RPM
Compression 9.6:1
Bore x stroke 80.0 x 74.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Injection
Fuel control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Lubrication system By lobes with pressure pump
Cooling system Air
Gearbox 5-speed
Transmission type Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Dry single plate with flexible couplings
Driveline Helicoidal gears, ratio 16/21=1:1.3125. Final drive: Shaft drive, ratio 4.825.
Emission details Three-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe
Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels
Frame type ALS steel tubular dismountable twin cradle
Rake (fork angle) 27.5°
Trail 109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front suspension Telescopic forks
Front wheel travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear suspension Oscillating light alloy swingarm with 2 pre-load adjustable shock absorbers.
Rear wheel travel 118 mm (4.6 inches)
Front tire 100/90-18
Rear tire 130/80-17
Front brakes Single disc. Bremo stainless steel disc 4 opposed calipers of differing diameters
Diameter 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakes Single disc. Bremo
Diameter 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Wheels Polished aluminium, spoked.
Physical measures and capacities
Dry weight 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Power/weight ratio 0.2793 HP/kg
Seat height 805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height 1115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall length 2185 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall width 805 mm (31.7 inches)
Ground clearance 182 mm (7.2 inches)
Fuel capacity 22.00 litres (5.81 US gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity 4.00 litres (1.06 US gallons)
Other specifications
Color options Red/white, yellow/black
Starter Electric
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