MOTO GUZZI GT 175 Gran Turismo (1959-1965) Specs, Performance & Photos

The Moto Guzzi was a motorcycle manufactured Moto Guzzi between 1956 and 1966. Moto Guzzi was an Italian motorcycle maker founded on March 15, 1921, by Carlo Guzzi and his amigo Giorgio Parodi.

The bike was manufactured in 175cc and 235cc versions and was only partially accepted by customers loyal to the Eagle brand due to its technical solutions. The Moto Guzzi machine was able to distinguish itself in numerous regulatory competitions.

In 1959, the Italian maker released the Moto Guzzi GT 175 Gran Turismo, a machine powered by a single-cylinder engine and fitted with standard features, such as slightly valanced front and rear fenders, a round headlight, a single seat with a rack on the rear, a 16-liter (4.2 gallons) fuel tank, and wired-spoke wheels.

The bike's suspension comprised a telescopic fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear, offering optimum suspension performance and handling. As for brakes, the bike was fitted both front and rear with drum units.

As for the power figures, the 1959 Moto Guzzi GT 175 Gran Turismo had its soul brought to life by a 175cc four-stroke single-cylinder air-cooled engine fed by a Dell'Orto UB 22 BS2 carburetor, delivering 11 hp with a peak force at 6,500 rpm.

The Moto Guzzi Lodola was a medium/small displacement machine with an overhead distribution that answered market needs. The bike was updated and upgraded to compete for the win in the Motogirod'Italia.