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Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2012

General moped information

ModelMoto Guzzi V7 Special
Year2012
CategoryClassic
Rating64.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other bikes

Engine and transmission

Engine typeV2, four-stroke
Engine detailsV 90 twin
Power50.00 HP (36.5 kW)) @ 6200 RPM
Fuel systemInjection
Fuel controlOHC
Lubrication systemBy lobes with pressure pump
Cooling systemAir
Gearbox5-speed
ClutchDry single plate with flexible couplings
DrivelineHelicoidal gears, ratio 16/21=1:1.3125. Final drive: Shaft drive, ratio 4.825.
Emission detailsThree-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe

Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels

Frame typeALS steel tubular dismountable twin cradle
Rake (fork angle)27.5°
Trail109 mm (4.3 inches)
Front tyre dimensions100/90-18
Rear tyre dimensions130/80-17
Front brakesSingle disc. Bremo stainless steel disc 4 opposed calipers of differing diameters
Front brakes diameter320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear brakesSingle disc. Bremo
Rear brakes diameter260 mm (10.2 inches)
WheelsPolished aluminium, spoked.

Physical measures and capacities

Dry weight179.0 kg (394.6 pounds)
Power/weight ratio0.2793 HP/kg
Seat height805 mm (31.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height1,115 mm (43.9 inches)
Overall length2,185 mm (86.0 inches)
Overall width805 mm (31.7 inches)
Ground clearance182 mm (7.2 inches)
Fuel capacity22.00 litres (5.81 gallons)
Reserve fuel capacity4.00 litres (1.06 gallons)

Other specifications

StarterElectric
Color optionsRed/white, yellow/black
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