2009 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic
   
In 1967, the motorcycle market reeled
in shock at the appearance of the first Italian maxi
motorcycle: Created by the legendary Giulio Cesare
Carcano, the Moto Guzzi V7 marked the debut of the
transverse V90 twin-cylinder 703 cc engine that set
a record at that time. The V7 was enthusiastically
acclaimed by the press and public. This success helped
the worldwide promotion of Moto Guzzi’s image
as manufacturers of an exclusive, elegant, comfortable
and above all, highly reliable motorcycle.
For many people, owning a V7 was one
of the most important things in their lives. It left
them with unforgettable memories that reminded them
of their younger days, of friends and of journeys
made together and made that time perhaps one of the
highest points in Moto Guzzi’s history. After
a further forty years of success and, as part of Moto
Guzzi’s worldwide relaunch project, the flame
of creativity shines brightly once more in the new
V7 Classic.
The V7 has character to spare and is
a superb interpretation of the fundamental beauty
of the original V7 but this time incorporating all
the latest technology that was unavailable to its
predecessor. The new machine is fully up-to-date with
its equipment levels, frame engineering and 750cc
Euro 3 engine.
The V7 Classic brings to mind the late
60s with the line of the tank that nestles comfortably
on the tubular frame and runs back to meet the saddle.
This, in turn, is perfectly flat and blends in gracefully
with the rear mudguard. The side panels house the
same stowage compartments that so stylishly set off
the side view of the original machine.
Times gone by can also be seen in the
gleaming chrome finish on the exhaust system, the
shock absorbers, rear light cluster, front headlight
and comfortable handlebars. Just as on its predecessor,
the wheels too are spoked and shod with high profile
sports tyres. The instrument panel houses analogue
dials with suitably “dated” graphics.
Although the V7 Classic is somewhat smaller than other
Moto Guzzis, it is ideally suited for carrying pillion
passengers with a comfortable saddle, convenient handholds
and well positioned footpegs.
The Classic is easy to ride, instinctive
and creates a feeling of confidence right from the
first time you climb aboard. The manageable size and
excellent riding position are perfect for both town
use and longer mixed journeys. Owners will no doubt
have to answer countless questions from curious onlookers
about the white machine they are riding when it looks
just an original 1969 V 7 Special …
Technical Specifications
- Engine Type - 90° V-Twin, 4 strokes
- Cylinders - Aluminium alloy with Gilnisil treatment
- Pistons - forged with 2 inner liner and 1 oil
control ring
- Cooling system - air cooled
- Displacement - 744 cc
- Bore and stroke - 80x74 mm
- Compression ratio - 9,6:1
- Timing system - 2 overhead valves with light alloy
push-rod
- Fuel system - Weber-Marelli electric injection
- Starting system - electric exhaust 3 ways catalyzed
with sonda Lambda
Transmission
- Gearbox - 5 speed
- Lubrification - by lobes with pressure pump circuit
capacity: 1,78 kg oil: AGIP RACING 4T 5W/40
- Primary drive - by helical gears, ratio: 16/21=1
: 1,3125
- Secondary drive - shaft drive, ratio 8/33=1 :
4,825
- Clutch - single disc, dry, with cush drive
Chassis
- Frame - detachable tubular duplex cradle in special
high-strengh steel
- Front suspension - Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic
fork, Ø 40 mm
- Front wheel travel - 130 mm
- Rear suspension - swinging arm in light cast alloy
with two dampers, preload adjustable
- Rear wheel travel - 118 mm
- Braking system - Brembo Serie Oro
- Front brake - single stainless steel floating
disc, Ø 320 mm, with 4 piston calipers
- Rear brake - single steel disc, Ø 260 mm
- Wheels - spoke light alloy
- Front rim - 3"x17"
- Rear rim - 3,50"x17"
- Tyres Front - 110/70 17 54 H
- Rear - 130/80 17 65 H
Dimensions
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