MOTO GUZZI MGS-01 Corsa Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos
First production year: 2003
The 2008 is pure, unadulterated Moto Guzzi racing DNA, revived in a modern motorcycle which carries on the amazing legacy of the Italian manufacturer. Not at all shy of winning lots of Supertwins titles and proving that a naked bike with rather uncommon looks can put up a great on-track battle, the MGS-01 Corsa is loaded with top-class racing technology.
Adjustable Ohlins suspensions, high-compression Cosworth pistons, chrome-plated cylinders and carefully-engineered weight distribution make the 2008 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa high-performance machine dedicated to those who live for the fast-paced track action.
The Moto Guzzi becomes a modern motorcycle. While most of their bikes trade on heritage, style and charisma the MGS-01 has a high-tech 21st century chassis with an intelligently updated version of the V-twin engine that’s at the heart of the brand. The original engine of this bike is 1,225 cc air-cooled capable of 122 cv although BigBore used at Daytona in 2007 exceeds 1.300 cc with more than 165 hp of power output and liquid cooling.
Born as a wild idea to mate the4-valve engine of the Centauro and the impressive 6-speed transmission of the V11, the MGS-01 Corsa was created in a record time by the Ghezzi & Brian, the modding workshop having less than 9 months to ready the bike. The 2004 model year carries on the basic simplicity and performance-focused of the initial bike.
Light and very maneuverable, the MGS-01 Corsa is almost perfectly balanced and has a minimal weight difference between front and rear, of just 200g. Moto Guzzi readies two version of the bike: a limited run racing-only version which is not homologated for street use and a road-ready lot.
Derived from Moto Guzzi's road racing and endurance program, the 2003 MGS-01 Corsa is a true sport machine destined to bring thrilling pleasure to experienced riders. Created for track use only, this exclusive bike brings the best and latest technological discoveries in Mandello's garage.
An extra long swing arm and Öhlins suspensions make sue the bike stays rubber side down when the throttle is twisted hard. Even more, the bike is also almost perfectly balanced, with only 200g difference between the front and the back, enhancing the feeling of precise handling.