MOTO GUZZI V35 II (1980-1985) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1980, the Italian motorcycle manufacturer launched the Moto Guzzi V34 II, a bike developed for riders new in the two-wheeler world or those who didn't want to spend much money to get around.

It was part of the second series of the standard V35 model, which debuted in 1978 as a replacement model for the Moto Guzzi GTS 350 and continued production until 1992. Over its production period, the V35 was made in numerous versions.

In the visual department, the bike was similar to the V35 model, packing standard fittings, such as a round headlight with instruments mounted on top, a one-piece dual seat with a pillion grab rail, side-mounted rear shocks, a two-into-two exhaust system with a muffler on each side, and six double-spoke aluminum wheels.

As for the power figures, the 1980 Moto Guzzi V35 II had installed a 346cc four-stroke air-cooled V-twin engine underneath its fuel tank, boasting 35 hp with a peak force at 8,100 rpm and 27 Nm (20 lb-ft) torque at 6,500 rpm.

The bike's power was handled by a five-speed manual transmission that sent it to the rear wheel via a final shaft drive, pushing the motorcycle to a top speed of 158 kph (98 mph).

The bike was kept on the road with the help of two 260 mm brake discs mounted on the 18-inch front wheel and a 235 mm brake disc mounted on the 18-inch rear wheel.