Moto Guzzi celebrates 90th anniversary

Moto Guzzi, the world’s most famous Italian motorcycle manufacturer, was established on 15 March 1921.
To celebrate the anniversary, the Piaggio Group announces a special edition of the GMG – Giornate Mondiali Guzzi – in Mandello del Lario in mid-September 2011.

Pre-launch exhibit of the latest entries from Guzzi at the Spazio Broletto 13 showroom in Milan: the Stelvio 1200 8V and 1200 NTX, and the Norge GT 8V.

Mandello, 14 March 2011 – In parallel with the festivities for the 150th anniversary of Italian unification, Moto Guzzi – the world’s most famous Italian motorcycling brand, the symbol of Italian engineering and technology – is celebrating its own 90th anniversary.
The Piaggio Group is marking the anniversary with an eagerly awaited announcement: a new edition of the GMG Giornate Mondiali Guzzi world days at Mandello del Lario in mid-September. A special “90th Anniversary” GMG is being organised for thousands of Guzzi devotees from all over the world – more than 16,000 bikers met up at the 2007 event – to celebrate the Eagle brand, meet the new Moto Guzzi models and see for themselves the modernisation and renovation work that will be transforming the historic facility in Mandello del Lario into a factory where 90 years of motorcycling history will live side by side with state-of-the-art production technology.
A special GMG and new entries from Moto Guzzi
The 90th Anniversary GMG will be the culminating event in a year devoted entirely to ninety years of Moto Guzzi with a wealth of initiatives, on the product front first of all: the company is about to launch two new large cc models – the Stelvio 1200 8V and 1200 NTX and the Norge GT 8V – which can already be seen at the Piaggio Group showroom in via Broletto 13, Milan. 2011 was designated as the year of Moto Guzzi on 28 January, at the international convention of the Group’s two thousand dealers in Montecarlo, when Group chairman and CEO Roberto Colaninno unveiled two prototypes heralding the future product strategies for the Eagle brand: the prototype of the new Moto Guzzi California, featuring an original 1400cc transverse V90 twin-cylinder engine, and a Scrambler version of the V7 750cc.

The new California prototype & Moto Guzzi V7 Scrambler

The brand new California and Scrambler unveiled at the Piaggio Group International Dealer Convention


A brand new white Moto Guzzi California and a Scrambler version of the V7 provided an exciting double surprise from Moto Guzzi at the Piaggio Group international dealer meeting in Monte Carlo on 27 and 28 January.
The annual event for almost two thousand Piaggio Group dealers at the Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo ended with the unexpected preview – presented by Group chairman and chief executive officer Roberto Colaninno – of two prototypes offering a foretaste of the Eagle brand’s future product strategies.

The new California prototype, with an original 1400cc transverse V90 twin-cylinder engine, carries on the tradition established by a bike acclaimed in five continents for its comfort, reliability and performance, delivering a re-styling that enhances the architecture of the powertrain and the comfort assured by a generously sized saddle and tank. Fitted neatly around the cylinder unit, the tank heightens the impact of the new valve covers, helping to create a new style element on this irresistible California. All the technical components –wheels, brakes, suspension – are new too, proclaiming the California’s membership of an eagerly awaited new generation of Moto Guzzi bikes.

Much more of a classic but equally fascinating, the Moto Guzzi V7 Scrambler is built on on the famous frame of the V7 Classic fitted with a 750cc small-block engine. Chrome trim, spoked wheels and sports tyres create a bike that, in the 1960s, would have qualified as a "Regularity" model like the famous 175 Lodola, which this Scrambler recalls with its low headlamp and integrated instrument panel. The exhaust system with its two raised side-by-side silencers is a distinctive feature of this Moto Guzzi Scrambler.

source : http://www.motoguzzi-us.com/en_US/news/moto_guzzi_two_formidable_prototypes.aspx

CALIFORNIA FINTAGE

Over thirty-five years have gone by since its introduction, but the Moto Guzzi California continues to play a leading role in the collective imagination of motorcyclists all over the world. When the California was first introduced back in 1971, the market for customs was split between original motorcycles and Japanese imitations. But then Moto Guzzi introduced a machine with a powerful personality, based on the tried and tested frame of the V7 Special and the legendary 90° V twin engine, with a capacity of 757 cc. This frame/engine combination proved such a tremendous international success that it was eagerly adopted by the L.A.P.D. (Los Angeles Police Department), and later by police departments in other American States. The rest is history – and legend. A familiar protagonist in films and advertisements, the California has every right to be considered as one of the few objects of industrial design that have left a permanent mark. The California’s wheels have never stopped, and neither has its development. Year after year, the bike’s looks and technology have been updated without altering its original character and spirit. Now, 35 years after its introduction, Moto Guzzi has decided to pay tribute to the amazing California by creating an exclusive Vintage version, dedicated to modern riders who want to continue the dream. The styling is obviously retro, as you can see from the stunning spoked wheels, redesigned steel mudguards, new Brembo front calipers, supplementary fog lights controlled from the right hand switch block, windshield with stainless steel trim, shiny chrome handlebars and two-tone seat. The fixed panniers are a further sign of distinction. Made from rotational nylon, they are fully waterproof with inner linings, and are protected against impact by robust chromed steel tube of the same type used for the luggage rack.

 * The technical specifications and colour schemes are liable to variation without notice.

Engine

Type	90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system	air cooled
Displacement	1,064 cc
Bore and stroke	92 x 80 mm
Compression ratio	9.8 : 1
Timing system	2 overhead valves moved by light alloy push–rod sand rocker arm with mechanical tappets
Valve timing	intake open 24° B.T.D.C. intake close 52° A.B.D.C. exhaust open 54° B.B.D.C. exhaust close 22° A.T.D.C.
Maximum power	54 kW at 6,400 rpm
Maximum torque	94 Nm at 5,000 rpm
Fuel system	Magneti Marelli IAW alfa-n system Multipoint phased sequential fuel; 2 throttle bodies of 40 mm with injectors Weber IW 031
Starting system	electric
Ignition	Magneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition, twin spark
Exhaust system	steel, 2 tubes connected to an expansion room, that is connected to 2 steel mufflers; three-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor (Euro 3)
Homologation	Euro 3
Lubrication	with lobes pump and pressure regulator

Transmission

Gearbox	5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Internal ratios	1° 14/28 = 1:2 2° 18/25 = 1:1.389 3° 21/22 = 1:1.048 4° 23/20 = 1:0.870 5° 28/21 = 1:0.750
Primary drive	by helical gears, ratio 17/21 = 1: 1.235
Secondary drive	shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.125
Clutch	dual disc dry with

Transmission

Gearbox	5 speed, costant mesh gears with built-in cush drive
Internal ratios	1° 14/28 = 1:2 2° 18/25 = 1:1.389 3° 21/22 = 1:1.048 4° 23/20 = 1:0.870 5° 28/21 = 1:0.750
Primary drive	by helical gears, ratio 17/21 = 1: 1.235
Secondary drive	shaft drive, ratio 8/33 = 1:4.125
Clutch	dual disc dry with

Chassis

Frame	detachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Wheelbase	1,560 mm
Trail	116 mm
Rake	29°
Front suspension	Marzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm, adjustable separately
Front wheel travel	140 mm
Rear suspension	swing arm with 2 hydraulic shock absorbers, exstension adjustable
Rear wheel travel	96 mm
Breaking system	Integral breaking system, with proportioning and delay valve
Front brake	double Brembo Serie Oro stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers
Rear brake	single Brembo stainless steel floating disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston calipers
Wheels	Behr spoked steel rims
Front rim	2.50” x 18”
Rear rim	3.50” x 17”
Front tyre	110/90 VB 18”
Rear tyre	140/70 VB 17”

source : http://www.motoguzzi-us.com/en_US/prodotti/custom/california_vintage/california_vintage/scheda_tecnica.aspx

Breva 1100

The Breva 1100 is specially designed to apply the philosophy of Carlo Guzzi to the 21st century. Here is a naked that is comfortable solo or two up, robust as all Moto Guzzis should be, and uses the latest technology to guarantee comfort, easy handling, reliability and a durability – in short a motorcycle for all riders. Far from concealing, the beauty of the Breva 1100 reveals the bike’s high-tech heart. The striking shape of the cylinder heads and of Moto Guzzi’s patented CA.R.C compact reactive shaft drive system add unique character to the motorcycle seen from the sides. Blending in perfectly with a look in which every component is positioned with dynamic equilibrium, these key features give the Breva 1100 a sporting but not extreme styling and emphasise a no-nonsense approach to motorcycle design. The initial impression conveyed at first glance is confirmed on closer examination of the engine and chassis. Guzzi’s latest generation 90° V twin sets new standards in engine design. With formidable torque at low revs, it also delivers superbly smooth power thanks to electronic injection conforming to Euro3 standards. The excellent characteristics of the Breva 1100’s engine are equally matched a chassis that is the result of painstaking development work on frame and suspension. This chassis is a source of pure motorcycling pleasure even on demanding roads. The robust 45 mm fork guarantees perfect entry into bends while the fully adjustable monoshock keeps the motorcycle glued to the road when powering out. Active safety is guaranteed by a powerful braking system with two 320 mm floating discs at the front and a 282 mm disc at the rear. And with the new Breva 1100 ABS version, active safety also extends to the most insidious road surfaces. Both models share the same colour schemes: bright Corsa Red, eternal Guzzi Black, and sophisticated new Mica Mother of Pearl.

Engine

Tipo	Bicilindrico a V di 90°, 4 tempi
Raffreddamento	Ad aria
Cilindrata	1064 cc
Alesaggio e corsa	92 x 80 mm
Rapporto di compressione	9,8 : 1
Distribuzione	apertura valvola aspirazione 24° P.P.M.S. chiusura valvola aspirazione 52° D.P.M.I. apertura valvola di scarico 54° P.P.M.I. chiusura valvola di scarico 22° D.P.M.S. misurati con gioco di controllo bilanciere-valvola di 1.5 mm
Potenza massima	63 kW (86 CV) a 7.800 giri/minuto
Coppia massima	85 Nm a 6.000 giri/minuto
Alimentazione	iniezione elettronica Multipoint, sequenziale, fasata Magneti Marelli IAW5A, sistema alfa-n; 2 corpi farfallati di Ø 45 mm sonda Lambda e stepper motor
Avviamento	Elettrico
Accensione	elettronica digitale a scarica induttiva con doppia candela
Impianto di scarico	in acciaio inox, del tipo 2 in 1 catalizzato a 3 vie con sonda Lambda, silenziatore regolabile in altezza
Omologazione	Euro 3