Four Moto Guzzi aces at the 66th Milan motorbike show

Milan, November 2008 - This year, Moto Guzzi will play four aces at the 66th Milan motorbike show in a winning hand drawn from one of the widest ranges of machinery in the sector. They will begin with the Special Edition Griso 8V SE that stands out with its magnificent “Tenni” colour scheme where shades of satinised green contrast beautifully with the lower section of the bike that is dominated by the black of the engine, suspension, frame and wheels. The spoked wheels are fitted with versatile Pirelli Scorpion tubeless tyres. This combination gives the Guzzi naked a scrambler image that is added to by the leather saddle and logos on the tank and tail cone. This sophisticated naked is more than capable of setting the pulse racing whether just standing still or whether the 90° twin cylinder “Quattrovalvole” 1200cc engine is at full song. This Griso will be on the road in Europe from March 2009.

The Stelvio 1200 TT will make its debut with the same engine but with new horizons and adventure in mind. This much loved Maxi Enduro will come with a special pack of accessories for long-distance touring that will also be available as optional extras for those already lucky enough to own a Moto Guzzi Maxi Enduro. The extras include a sump shield, engine protectors, aluminium panniers, cylinder protection bars, CA.R.C. transmission protectors, integral hand guards, additional headlights and, for riders wanting to go off-road, an additional set of knobbly tyres with a 150/70 R17 rear tyre fitted to a 4.25” rim. In response to huge demand, the Stelvio is now available with Brembo ABS brakes, while the TT pack version and its new magnesium twin colour scheme will be available from February 2009.

Other new items include the new 750cc small-block engines with the debut of the new V7 Café Classic and the Nevada 750 that has enjoyed extensive restyling.
Inspired by the legendary V7 Sport from 1972, the V7 Café Classic has the same streamlined style that, in the early 70s, marked the birth of the Italian sports Maxi. Other components that are symbols of a different era complete the picture like the low-set, clip-on handlebars, the spoked wheels, the raised silencers and the saddle with its integrated tail cone, the instruments resemble the famed white-faced Veglia Borletti ones from the past and the new green colour scheme. Technically speaking, the V7 Café Classic differs from its Tourer sister in having twin raised silencers that, apart from increasing ground clearance, provide a sportier exhaust note more suited to this model. The Café Classic will be available in Italy from February 2009.

The Company has made a few technical and design changes to the appearance of the Nevada 750, a classic custom machine that now bears more resemblance to the legendary California, Moto Guzzi’s undisputed flagship. One of these changes is the new burgundy colour scheme with silver pin striped tank just like the one on the California Classic. The exhaust system and digital analogue instruments are also new and both derive from the V7 Classic.
The Nevada will be available in Italy from February 2009 whereas the new 1200 SPORT 4V is already available from our dealerships following its launch last month at the INTERMOT show in Cologne.
With its new graphics painting a picture of elegance and sophistication, the exclusive look and technical specifications of the new Moto Guzzi promise performance. The first thing you will notice is the design as you look back along the panels and note the clear rear lamp cluster and the new exhaust. This system now features an aluminium silencer with a triangular base below the “over and under” finned exhaust pipes that symbolise Moto Guzzi power and innovation.

The throbbing heart of the 1200 SPORT 4V is the new “Quattrovalvole” (four valve) engine that, thanks to its unmistakeable transverse V90 architecture, cannot fail but to catch the eye. As the latest form of the engine that was fitted to the Griso and Stelvio, the “Quattrovalvole” on the 1200 SPORT 4V differs in its intake and exhaust system. These components were developed to offer better engine response at medium to high revs and to match the sporting character of the bike. The engine puts out over 105CV at 7500 rpm with 110Nm of torque at 6500 rpm. The engine also acts as a load-bearing component of the tubular twin cradle frame. The frame itself is made of high resistance steel that provides solidity and rigidity.

In true Moto Guzzi tradition, only the best brakes and suspension systems are used: Brembo gold series brakes and Marzocchi forks grace the front end. The brakes have radial mounted four-piston calipers acting on 320 mm discs while the forks are a traditional 45 mm unit. The comfortable, excellent riding position along with the forward position of the handlebars give the rider complete control and allow him to concentrate on enjoying the ride.
The 1200 SPORT 4V is now available in the classic black or in the original titanium grey colour scheme. Both these schemes perfectly offset the white racing number plates on the screen and on the saddle that is edged with a subtle green, white and red stripe that celebrates the bike’s Italian heritage.

The Griso 8V SE is a Special Edition machine for collectors from Moto Guzzi who designed this version especially for the most demanding enthusiasts. This bike can be recognised immediately from its “Tenni” colour scheme, a beautiful shade of satinised green that enhances the sweeping lines of the frame and the unmistakeable architecture of the engine. The level of finish on the Griso 8V SE will more than satisfy the most demanding enthusiast with features that include a superb stitched leather saddle, beautiful BER spoked wheels shod with Pirelli Scorpion intermediate tyres not to mention the refined decorative colour-coordinated logos of the bike’s initials.

The modern transverse V 90 twin-cylinder “Quattrovalvole” engine puts out about 110CV at only 7500 rpm and power delivery from the Griso 8V SE is silky smooth. On the open road the rider really can come to appreciate a frame that keeps all that horsepower under control. The secret lies in the high-tensile steel frame with twin upper supports whose design owes little to aesthetics and much to sophisticated engineering concepts that provide exceptional rigidity under moments of extreme torsional stress. The frame geometry had been carefully calculated to provide stability with the steering angle set at 26° and rake at 108 mm. The wheelbase measures 1544 mm and the Griso 8V SE is surprisingly manoeuvrable, even lightning fast in changes of direction.

These handling characteristics are due to the low centre of gravity and a rock solid off-set steering head that provides an immediate response to pressure on the handlebars. Taking the perfect line through a corner becomes second nature. The front end is glued to the road thanks to upside-down forks from racing stock. The 43 mm forks are adjustable for rebound and compression. Other details include the fabulous new Brembo brake system made up of P4/34 radial calipers that act on floating 320mm discs.

A Boge progressive suspension unit is fitted to the rear and this too had three classic settings.

The new Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 4V TT has been designed to tackle any journey. It simply eats up the miles on and off-road thanks to a new special pack of accessories for long-distance touring that will also be available as optional extras for those already lucky enough to own a Moto Guzzi Maxi Enduro. The extras include a sump shield, engine protectors, aluminium panniers, cylinder protection bars, CA.R.C. transmission protectors, integral hand guards, additional headlights and, for riders wanting to go off-road, an additional set of knobbly tyres with a 150/70 R17 rear tyre fitted to a 4.25” rim.

This multi-purpose character is also high-lighted by the new magnesium colour scheme that is now added to the three original Stelvio colours: racing red, Guzzi black and pearl white. The slim-line lower section of the Stelvio is dominated by the superb aluminium spoked wheels and by the engine and shaft drive system. The Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 4V has a compact, muscular upper half and the great attention paid to rider comfort is clear to see.

There are countless style details that reflect the sense of purpose that lies behind the Stelvio. These range from the twin headlights, the adjustable screen and saddle, the generous size of the frame cross members, the aluminium exhaust system and the attention paid to looking after pillion passengers and baggage.

Even the engine is part of the overall design and highlights the “throbbing heart” of the Stelvio 1200 4V - the unmistakeable transverse V 90 twin cylinder high performance “Quattrovalvole” engine. A powerful and passionate machine, the TT version of the Stelvio 1200 4V really is ready to accept any challenge.

Inspired by the legendary V7 Sport from 1972, the V7 Café Classic has the same streamlined style that, in the early 70s, marked the birth of the Italian sports Maxi. Other components that are symbols of a different era complete the picture like the low-set clip-on handlebars, the spoked wheels, the raised silencers and the saddle with its integrated tail cone, the instruments resemble the famed white-faced Veglia Borletti ones from the past and the new green colour scheme.

Technically speaking, the V7 Café Classic differs from its Tourer sister in having twin raised silencers that, apart from increasing ground clearance, provide a sportier exhaust note more suited to this model that, like its famed predecessor, boasts exceptional road-holding. The key to this legendary road-holding lies in its twin cradle frame with removable bolt-on lower components. Great attention was paid to the steering geometry where the rake is set at 27° 50’ to ensure stability and precision when cornering. Of no less importance are the 40 mm Marzocchi forks. Travel on the front suspension is 130 mm and works in combination with two adjustable rear shock absorbers with 118 mm travel. Braking is looked after by a 320 mm floating disc at the front and a 260 mm disc at the rear. The V7 Classic is fitted with 18” wheels up front and 17” at the rear with high profile tyres so as to offer superb handling and feed-back characteristics.

The underlying theme to the Nevada 750 is relaxed riding. This model succeeds like no other in achieving just that and, over the years, technical and design changes have only made it even better. The Company has made a few technical modifications and design changes to the Nevada 2009, a classic custom machine that now bears more resemblance to the legendary California, Moto Guzzi’s undisputed flagship.

One of these changes is the new burgundy colour scheme with silver pin striped tank just like the one on the California Classic. The exhaust system and digital analogue instruments are also new and both derive from the V7 Classic.

Standard equipment is of the highest quality with Marzocchi forks at the front and twin adjustable shock absorbers at the rear. The excellent brakes feature a single front 320mm disc and a four-piston caliper while there is a 260mm disc at the rear. Electronic fuel injection provides silky smooth performance and emission levels have been lowered by new engine management software.