MOTO GUZZI Cardellino (1954-1962) Specs, Performance & Photos
Updated: 7 May 2021 • Maintained by:
Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1954, 1955, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962
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The engine is a 65cc single cylinder 2 stroke with a cast iron cylinder head, producing 2 HP at 5000 RPM. Dell ‘Orto MA 13 carburetor, shift is by a 3-speed hand change gearbox on the side of the fuel tank just like the 500cc bikes. Front brake with hand controls, rear brake with foot control. The Cardellino was updated with rear friction shocks and sturdier frame so one could carry a passenger. 10 lbs. heavier than the Guzzino.
MOTO GUZZI Cardellino 1954-1962
MOTO GUZZI Cardellino 65
| engine specs | Type: | Single cylinder, 2 stroke, air cooled | Displacement: | 73 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | - | Compression Ratio: | 5.5:1 | Horsepower: | 2/5000 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | 0/- lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | Dell'Orto MU 14 B2 carburettor |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 3-Speed | Clutch: | Wet multi-discs | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | Chain |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | Steel tube integrated by sheet metal arms, cantilevered motor | Front Suspension: | Parallelogram fork in molded and boxed sheet metal with biconical compression central spring | Rear Suspension: | Swingarm in molded and boxed sheet metal, with two compression springs and two compass dampers on the sides of the swingarm | Front Brake: | Drum | Rear Brake: | Drum |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | 74.8 in OR 1900 mm | Overall Width: | 27.6 in OR 701 mm | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | 47.2 in OR 1199 mm | Ground Clearance: | 5.3 in OR 135 mm | Weight: | 137 lbs OR 62 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 2.1 gallons OR 7.9 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 2.25-20 | Rear: | 2.25-20 |
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| power system specs | Power pack: | - | Nominal Capacity: | - | Maximum Capacity: | - | Charger type: | - | Charging time (normal): | - | Charging time (quick): | - | Range: | - |
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