Moto Guzzi V50 Monza

Moto Guzzi V50 Monza

The 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 Monza is a stylish and Supersport motorcycle with Air cooled, 490cc, OHV and 48.67 HP (35.8 kW) @ 7600 rpm.

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Model year
1981
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Engine Power
48.67 HP (35.8 kW) @ 7600 rpm
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Top Speed
108.12 mph

Technical Specifications

Engine and transmission

  • Engine type:
    2 cylinders, 4-stroke, 90° V-twin
  • Displacement:
    490 cc (29.94 cubic inches)
  • Bore × stroke:
    2.91 inch × 2.24 inch (oversquare - shortstroke)
  • Cooling system:
    Air cooled
  • Power:
    48.67 HP (35.8 kW) @ 7600 rpm
  • Throttle:
    Cable operated
  • Valve train:
    OHV, variable
  • Valves per cylinder:
    2
  • Sparks per cylinder:
    1
  • Fuel supply system:
    Carburetor
  • Funnel diameter:
    1.1 inch
  • Compression:
    10.4:1
  • Engine mounting:
    Longitudinal
  • Lubrication system:
    Wet sump
  • Gear box:
    Manual 5-speed
  • Clutch:
    Dry, single plate, cable operated
  • Final drive:
    Shaft
  • Spark plug pipe type:
    Bosch, W5DC
  • Motor oil:
    Mineral, 10W/40
  • Starter:
    Electric

Dimensions

  • Length:
    82.3 inch
  • Width:
    27.6 inch
  • Height:
    45.3 inch
  • Wheel base:
    55.9 inch
  • Curb weight:
    399 lbs
  • Dry weight:
    352.7 lbs

Chassis and suspension

  • Front
    Suspension:
    Cartridge
    Brake:
    Twin Disk, Ø10.24 inch
    Tire:
    90 / 90 R18 S
    Tire pressure:
    0.14 PSI, with pillion: 0.14 PSI withpilion
  • Rear
    Suspension:
    twin shock, Swingarm
    Tire:
    100 / 90 R18 S
    Tire pressure:
    0.15 PSI, with pillion: 0.17 PSI withpilion
  • Frame type:
    steel, Double cradle frame

Other

  • ABS available:
    No
  • Power-to-weight ratio:
    0.20 KW/lbs (5.06 lbs/HP)
  • Top speed:
    108.12 mph
  • Fuel capacity:
    4.23 gals
  • Number of riders:
    2 persons
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