| Moto Guzzi V7 Classic

Moto Guzzi V7 Classic
Specification
Design
Tanks and side panels with 70s style
Moto Guzzi graphics.
Twin saddle with 70s style Moto Guzzi name
Chromed passenger grab handles.
Chromed rocker boxes
Spoked wheels
Chromed heat shields
Chromed instrumentation
70s style instrument graphics
Colour coded rear mudguard.
Chromed rear light cluster
Chromed locking tank filler
Engine
744 cc 90° V two valve twin
Weber Marelli electronic fuel injection.
Single plate clutch
New high performance exhaust system
5-speed gearbox.
Euro 3.
Frame
ALS steel tubular twin cradle with
removable lower components
40 mm front forks
Pre-load and rebound adjustable twin rear shock absorbers
Front brakes - 320 mm disc and 4 (opposed) piston calipers.
Rear brakes - 260 mm disc with floating caliper fitted with 2
parallel pistons
Spoked wheels
Metzeler Lasertec 100/90- 18 56H TL front tyre
Metzeler Lasertec 130/80 -17 65H TL rear tyre
Moto Guzzi V7 Classic Further
Information

"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 Guzzis 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 Guzzis history. After a further forty years of success and, as
part of Moto Guzzis 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."
Moto Guzzi
News Release 2008
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