The Moto Guzzi V1000I Convert, a true icon of the 1970s motorcycling scene. At its heart lies a 90-degree V-twin engine, its longitudinally mounted configuration a masterstroke of engineering that allows for exceptional balance and stability. The OHV (overhead valve) design ensures efficient combustion, while the two valves per cylinder add to the engine’s responsive nature.
This potent powerplant is perfectly suited to the open road, its V-twin character imbuing the V1000I Convert with a sense of freedom and adventure. As you twist the throttle, the engine’s deep, rumbling note echoes through the air, a symphony of power and torque that’s impossible to resist.
The result is a riding experience that’s nothing short of exhilarating, a true connection between machine and rider that’s hard to find in today’s more sanitized world of motorcycles. The Moto Guzzi V1000I Convert remains an unforgettable experience for those who dare to ride it.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Engine Capacity
57.9 cubic inches / 949 cc
Max Power
67 hp / 49 kW @ 6700 rpm
Max Torque
47.7 ft-lb / 64.6 nm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.3 US gallons / 24.0 L
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Moto Guzzi V1000IConvert
Year
1976
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, 90V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Displacement
57.9 cubic inches / 949 cc
Bore x Stroke
88 x 78 mm
Compression Ratio
9.2:1
Max Horsepower
67 hp / 49 kW @ 6700 rpm
Max Torque
47.7 ft-lb / 64.6 nm
Engine Management System
2x 36mm Dell’Orto VHB carburetors
Lubrication System
By pressure pump
Cooling System
Air cooled
Performance
Top Speed
109 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Dry multi plate
Gearbox
2 Speed automatic
Final Drive
Shaft
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Duplex cradle, disassemblable
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension
Swinging fork
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
4.10-18
Rear Tire Size
4.10-18
Front Brakes
2x 300mm discs
Rear Brakes
Single 242mm disc
Dimension & Weights
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.3 US gallons / 24.0 L
Dry Weight
239 kg / 530 lbs
Features
Four stroke engine
90V twin cylinder configuration
Longitudinally mounted engine
OHV (Overhead Valve) design
2 valves per cylinder
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