The Moto Guzzi Quota 1000, a behemoth of a machine that redefined the boundaries of on- and off-road riding in the early 1990s. Its V-twin engine, a staple of Guzzi’s DNA, delivers a rich, characterful soundtrack and impressive low-end grunt, courtesy of its two valves per cylinder and 948cc displacement.
Its longitudinally mounted engine, paired with the Webcr-Marelli injection system, provides a more refined and responsive power delivery compared to its predecessors. The Quota’s exhaust system, featuring a majestic two-into-one setup, adds to its menacing presence and distinctive tone.
On the suspension front, the Quota boasts a robust and adjustable setup, with Marzocchi 42mm teles up front and a rising-rate linkage at the rear, ensuring confident handling and stability on a variety of terrain. Large-diameter wheels and chunky tyres complete the picture, making the Quota a formidable off-road tourer.
The Quota’s design, however, is where things get truly innovative, with its innovative chassis featuring powerful box-section steel beams and a unique swinging arm design, allowing for greater flexibility and versatility in its suspension setup.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder.
Engine Capacity
57.8 cubic inches / 948.8 cc
Max Power
69 hp / 51 kW @ 6600 rpm
Max Torque
58.5 ft-lb / 79 nm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 US gallons / 20.0 L
Seat Height
34.0 inches / 865 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Moto Guzzi Quota 1000
Year
1993 – 96
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder.
Displacement
57.8 cubic inches / 948.8 cc
Bore x Stroke
88 x 78 mm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Max Horsepower
69 hp / 51 kW @ 6600 rpm
Max Torque
58.5 ft-lb / 79 nm
Engine Management System
Weber-Marelli electronic fuel injection
Lubrication System
By pressure pump
Cooling System
Air cooled
Performance
Top Speed
191.1 km/h
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Double disc dry type
Gearbox
5 Speed
Final Drive
Shaft
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Front Suspension
41.7mm Marzocchi forksadjustable type
Front Suspension Travel
8.6 inches / 220 mm
Rear Suspension
Single shock adjustable for preload rebound and compression damping
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
90/90-2 1
Rear Tire Size
130/80- 17
Front Brakes
2x 280mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 260mm disc 1 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
34.0 inches / 865 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 US gallons / 20.0 L
Dry Weight
210 kg /464 lbs
Features
Four stroke V twin engine
948cc displacement
2 valves per cylinder
OHV engine design
Longitudinally mounted engine
Webcr-Marelli injection system
Two-into-one exhaust system
Stainless steel silencer
Steel tube frame replaced by box-section steel beams
42mm Marzocchi front forks with 240mm travel and adjusters
Deltabox-lookalike swing-arm
Rising-rate linkage
Single Marzocchi rear shock
21-inch straight spoked aluminium front hoop
17-inch rear wheel with 130-section tyre
Twin 280mm front discs with four piston calipers
260mm rear disc with independent operation
Linked brake system
4.5-gallon fuel tank
880mm seat height
Wide handlebars positioned in front of the tank
Revised gearbox ratios for improved clutch action
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