The Moto Guzzi V 1000G5 was a motorcycle produced from 1978-80. It boasted a four-stroke, V-twin engine with a capacity of 949cc, delivering a maximum power of 67hp at 6700rpm and max torque of 64.6Nm at 5750rpm. The bike was fitted with two Dell’Orto carburetors, lubricated by a pressure pump, and started with an electric motor. It had a 5-speed transmission and a shaft-based final drive. The frame was constructed from a duplex cradle, which could be disassembled, with telescopic fork front suspension and a swinging fork rear suspension. The bike had two 300mm front discs and a single 242mm rear disc, alongside 100/90 H18 front tires and a 110/90 H18 rear tire. The dry weight of the bike was approximately 220kg, and the fuel capacity of 24 liters meant it had a 6.3 US-gallon range. Despite being over 40 years old, the Moto Guzzi V 1000G5 has retained its charm and appeal among many motorcycle enthusiasts.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Moto Guzzi V 1000G5
| Year | 1978 – 80 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Four stroke, 90 degreesV twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 4 valve per cylinder. |
| Capacity | 949 cc / 57.9 cu-in |
| Bore x Stroke | 88 x 78 mm |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 |
| Induction | 2x Dell’Orto VHB30 CD/CS carburetors |
| Lubrication | By pressure pump |
| Ignition | Battery & coil |
| Starting | Electric |
| Max Power | 67 hp / 49 kW @ 6700 rpm |
| Max Torque | 64.6 Nm / 47.7 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm |
| Clutch | Dry multi plate |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Final Drive | Shaft |
| Frame | Duplex cradle, disassemblable |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Swinging fork |
| Front Brakes | 2x 300mm discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single 242mm disc |
| Front Tyre | 100/90 H18 |
| Rear Tyre | 110/90 H18 |
| Dry Weight | 220 kg / 486 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity | 24 Litres / 6.3 US gal |
