Moto Guzzi V1000 Convert (1977-79)

The Moto Guzzi V1000 Convert from 1977-79 is a powerful motorcycle featuring a four stroke, 90-degree V-twin engine with a capacity of 949cc. It has a compression ratio of 9.2:1 and induction by 2x36mm Dell’Orto VHB carburetors. The motorcycle starts electrically and reaches a maximum power of 67 hp/49 kW at 6700 rpm and maximum torque of 64.6 Nm/47.7 lb-ft at 5750 rpm. With a dry weight of 239 kg/530 lbs and a top speed of 109 mph, it is also equipped with a 2-speed automatic transmission and a final drive through the shaft. The frame is a duplex cradle that can be disassembled and comes with Telescopic forks as front suspension, and swinging fork for rear suspension. Braking features 2x300mm discs for the front and a single 242mm disc for the rear, with 4.10-18 tyre sizes for both. The fuel capacity of this motorcycle is 24 Litres/6.3 US gal and the average consumption is 36 mpg. The standing 1/4 mile time is 15.9 sec.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Moto Guzzi V1000 I Convert

Year: 1977 – 79
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 36mm Dell’Orto VHB 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: 2 Speed automatic
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: 4.10-18
Rear Tyre: 4.10-18
Dry Weight: 239 kg / 530 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 24 Litres / 6.3 US gal
Consumption Average: 36 mpg
Standing 1/4 Mile: 15.9 sec
Top Speed: 109 mph