2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
   
You can see right from the start that
this machine was designed to eat up the miles. The
fairing for instance, is an integral part of the machine
and seems like a natural extension of the bike itself.
But it is not alone; each component on the Norge has
been designed to offer complete protection.
The integrated fairing also protects the legs and
reduces spray at the rear meaning excellent overall
protection regardless of the weather. The electrically
adjustable screen (manual on the T and 850) protects
the rider’s upper half from the wind and can
be set to suit differing riding conditions.
The powerful headlight unit with four poly-helicoidal
lamps offers superb visibility even under the poorest
of lighting conditions as well as adding charisma
to the machine with an aggressive, feline look. This
design once again enhances the blend of form and function.
Under the elegant skin that conceals its measured
aggression, lies an 850 or 1200cc transverse twin
cylinder V90 engine. Both these units are quite astonishing
for their lack of vibration and the fact that they
blend miserly consumption, and minimum emissions with
high performance.
Moto Guzzi twin engines are renowned for their temperament.
They offer immense pulling power even at low revs
and always deliver plenty of torque over a car-like
power band. These characteristics ensure a comfortable,
undemanding ride during which the rider can fully
appreciate the smooth six-speed gearbox and the innovative
CA.R.C. system. CA.R.C. stands for “Cardano
Reattivo Compatto” or Reactive Shaft Drive Transmission.
Only once aboard the Norge can you fully savour all
the little details that make this bike so special.
The anti-slip saddle that is just 800 mm from the
ground is filled with special foam that adapts to
the shape of the rider. The foot pegs are covered
with an anti-vibration coating, the sumptuous “cockpit”
houses a superb instrument panel including an easily
read trip computer that, besides showing travel details,
(past and present) also displays service intervals
and a check control system. There is also an external
220 Volt socket, a spacious compartment under the
saddle, the possibility of heated handlebar grips
(optional on the 850) and many other details including
adjustable suspension and integrated passenger handles.
Technical specifications
Engine
- Type : 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
- Cooling system : air cooling
- Displacement : 1,151 cc
- Bore and stroke : 95 x 81.2 mm
- Compression ratio : 9.8 : 1
- Timing system : intake open 24° B.T.D.C. intake
close 52° A.B.D.C. exhaust open 54° B.B.D.C.
exhaust close 22° A.T.D.C. with valve clearance
1.5 mm
- Maximum power : over 66 kW (95 HP) at 7,500 rpm
- Maximum torque : over 100 Nm at 5,800 rpm
- Fuel injection system / Ignition : Magneti Marelli
IAW5A, a-n type; 2 Ø 45 mm throttle bodies,
Weber IWP 162 injectors, Lambda control, twin spark
ignition Spark plug : internal NGK PMR8B (Long Life)
external NGK BPR6ES
- Starting : electric
- Exhaust system : stainless steel, 2 into 1 type
with catalytic converter, height-adjustable muffler.
Homologation : Euro 3
Transmission
- Gears : 6 speed
- Internal ratios : 1^ 17/38 = 1 : 2.235 : 2^ 20/34
= 1 : 1.700 : 3^ 23/31 = 1 : 1.347 : 4^ 26/29 =
1 : 1.115 : 5^ 31/30 = 1 : 0.967 : 6^ 29/25 = 1
: 0.862
- Lubrication : splash
- Primary drive : helical teeth, ratio 24/35 = 1
: 1.458
- Secondary drive : Compact Reactive Shaft Drive
CA.R.C.; double universal joint with floating bevel
gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666
- Clutch : dry Rev. 1/11-2006
Chassis
- Frame : tubular cradle, high tensile steel
- Wheelbase : 1,495 mm
- Trail : 120 mm Rake : 25.30°
- Steering angle : 32°
- Front suspension : telescopic hydraulic fork with
Ø 45 mm, preload adjustable
- Front wheel travel : 120 mm
- Rear suspension : single arm suspension with progressive
linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound
and pre-load (hydraulic)
- Rear wheel travel : 140 mm
- Front brake : double stainless steel floating
disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers - abs
- Rear brake : single steel disc, Ø 282 mm,
2 piston caliper - abs
- Wheels : three spokes, light alloy wheels, gravity
casting
- Front wheel : 3.50” x 17”
- Rear wheel : 5.50” x 17”
- Front tyre : 120/70 ZR17”
- Rear tyre : 180/55 ZR17”
Electrical Equipment
- Voltage : 12 V
- Battery : 12 V – 18 Ah
- Alternator : 12 V – 550 W at 2,000 rpm
Dimensions
- Length : 2,195 mm
- Width (handlebars) : 870 mm
- Height (dashboard) : 1,125 mm
- Seat height : 800 mm
- Minimum round clearance : 185 mm
- Front footrest height : 377 mm
- Dry weight : 246 kg
- Fuel tank capacity : 23 litre Reserve : 4 litre
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