Moto Guzzi V7 Classic

In 1967 the first big Italian bike appeared on the motorcycle market: the Moto Guzzi V7. The brainchild of Giulio Cesare Carcano, the V7 made its debut with a 2-clylinder 90° V-twin mounted across the frame and a cylinder capacity of 703cc, a record for the time. The bike was an immediate success with both press and public, and the V7 helped make Moto Guzzi’s name throughout the world, as a producer of prestigious, comfortable, elegant and reliable motorcycles. For many owners it was the expression of an important part of their lives, youthful memories of carefree times, trips with friends, in a resplendent historical period for the brand. Forty years later, this positive heritage, in combination with the current full-blown relaunch of the brand, is the inspiration behind the new V7 Classic. A bike with a strong character, which derives from the interpretation of a concept of essential beauty, hailing to the style of the original V7, but with all the modern technology that the legendary ancestor could never have. Modern technical equipment, chassis and a Euro3 750cc engine, the line of the fuel tank hails to the old V7 Classic, running narrow and streamlined along the tubes of the frame to meet the seat, perfectly flat and mounted solid with the rear mudguard. The storage compartments on the sides blend into the style of the famous ancestor, with the same side view. The charm of the V7 Classic is also expressed by the bright chrome work, such as on the exhaust pipes, the shock absorbers, the rear light, the fuel cap, the front light, the comfortable handlebars and the surround of the speedometer and rev counter.

Engine    90° V-twin, 4 stroke
Displacement   744 cc
Power    35.5 kW (48.8 HP) at 6,800 rpm
Torque    58.2 Nm at 3,200 rpm
Exhaust System   Catalysed 3-way with Lambda probe
Transmission   5 speed
Secondary Drive   Shaft drive ratio 8/33 = 1 : 4,125
Cooling    Air Cooled
Front Suspension   Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, ø 40mm
Rear Suspension   Swinging arm in light cast alloy with two dampers and adjustable preload
Front Brake   Single stainless steel floating disc, ø 320mm 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake   Single stainless steel disc, ø 260mm
Front Tyre   100/90 - 18" 56H
Rear Tyre   130/80 - 17" 65H
Length    2185mm
Width    800mm
Height    1115mm
Running Weight  198kg
Fuel Tank   17 litres (2.5 litre reserve)
Accessories to purchase for this model include:
• Panniers
• Luggage rack
• Windscreen
Colour    Nero Guzzi, Bianco Diamante