Segment: Clasic
Production years: 1977, 1978
The 1978 MY Moto Guzzi V 50 I addresses riders on the market for a more light and agile classic cruiser, tipping the scale at only 152 kg. At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 490cc, V-twin powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission. In addition, it has elements derived from the 60's cafe racers, which are sure to appeal to the more nostalgic among fans of the Italian brand.
MOTO GUZZI V 50 I 1977-1978
MOTO GUZZI V 50 I 490
| engine specs | Type: | air cooled, four stroke, transverse V-twin cylinder, OHC, 2 valves per cylinder | Displacement: | 490 cm3 | Bore X Stroke: | 2.91x2.24 in OR 74 mm | Compression Ratio: | 10.8:1 | Horsepower: | 45/7500 KW(hp)/RPM | Torque: | / lb-ft/RPM OR 0 Nm/RPM | Fuel System: | 2x24mm DellOrto carburetors |
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| transmission specs | Gearbox: | 5-speed, manual | Clutch: | wet multi-disc, manual | Primary Drive: | - | Final Drive: | shaft |
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| chassis specs | Frame: | steel | Front Suspension: | telescopic fork | Rear Suspension: | swingarm fork with hydraulic gas shock absorbers | Front Brake: | dual 260mm discs | Rear Brake: | single 235mm disc |
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| dimension specs | Overall Length: | - | Overall Width: | - | Seat Height: | - | Wheelbase: | - | Ground Clearance: | - | Weight: | 335 lbs OR 152 kg | Fuel Capacity: | 4.2 gallons OR 15.9 L |
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| tyres specs | Front: | 3.00-18 | Rear: | 3.50-18 |
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