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Moto Guzzi V7 Sport

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Moto Guzzi V-Twin Specifications, Data and Images

Engine      
Configuration 90 degree V twin 4 stroke, air-cooled OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. Lubrication Trochoidal gear driven pump, wet sump. 3.5 US quarts.
Bore & Stroke 82.5mm x 70.2mm Ignition Distributor, points, dual coils.
Capacity 748cc Charging system 12v 32ah battery, 14v 19ah Bosch alternator
Compression Ratio 9.8:1 (9.3:1) Starter Bosch electric starter
Maximum Power 70hp (claimed) Transmission Gear driven primary drive, secondary drive via cardan shaft and double universal joint
Maximum Torque Gearbox 5 speed gearbox
Fuel 30mm square slide Dell'ortos Clutch Dry two plate clutch
Chassis      
Frame Wheels 18 inch 40 hole alloy Borrani rims, stainless spokes.
Dimensions  Weight: 539 lbs. (245kg)
Wheelbase: 1473.2mm
Length: 
Ground Clearance: 11.02 inches
Tyres Front 3.25 x 18
Rear 3.50 x 18 
Front Suspension Ceriani forks Brakes Front: Double drum, 220mm dia 4 leading shoe brake.
Rear: Twin leading shoe drum brake.
Rear suspension Fuel Capacity 5 1/4 US Gallons
 
Performance Regarded as a superbike in its day. Slow in acceleration, but capable of maintaining very respectable speeds with remarkable economy.
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