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Moto Guzzi V7 Special - 2014 Specifications and Reviews
The 2014 Moto Guzzi V7 Special is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a 744cc V-twin engine producing nearly 50 horsepower. Its authentic vintage aesthetic, low seat height, and manageable power delivery make it ideal for riders seeking classic charm with modern reliability. Known for its iconic transverse V-twin character and shaft drive heritage, it appeals to those valuing style and heritage over outright performance.
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 2014 |
| Model | Moto Guzzi V7 Special |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Exhaust system | Three-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe |
| Driveline | CA.R.C. Compact Reactive Shaft Drive |
| Clutch | Dry single plate with flexible couplings |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Lubrication system | Forced circulation with lobe pump - circuit capacity: 1.78 Kg |
| Fuel system | Injection. Weber-Marelli |
| Torque | 57.90 Nm (5.9 kgf-m or 42.7 ft.lbs) @ 5000 |
| Power | 49.62 |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 744.00 ccm (45.40 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Wheels | Spoked polished aluminium rims |
| Rear brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. |
| Front brakes diameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc. Brembo caliper with 4 differentiated pistons |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 130/80-17 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 100/90-18 |
| Rear suspension | Die cast light alloy swing arm with 2 spring preload adjustable shock absorbers |
| Front suspension | Telescopic hydraulic fork with 40 mm stanchions |
| Frame type | Double cradle tubular frame in ALS steel with detachable rear subframe |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 3.79 litres (1.00 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 21.95 litres (5.80 gallons) |
| Overall width | 800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,184 mm (86.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,113 mm (43.8 inches) |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 179.0 kg (394.6 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Comments | Chinese brand. Cooperating with Carpimotor in Europe. |
| Light | Dual front light |
| Wheelbase | 1,535 mm (60.4 inches) |
| Dry weight | 173.0 kg (381.4 pounds) |
| Rear tyre | 130/70-12 |
| Front tyre | 110/90-13 |
| Rear Suspension | Double hydraulic absorbers |
| Front Suspension | Hydraulic fork |
| Emission details | Euro 3 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Bore x Stroke | 72.5 x 66.8 mm (2.9 x 2.6 inches) |
| Compression | 9.0:1 |
| Capacity: | 352.00 ccm (21.48 cubic inches) |
| Model | Linhai Quattrocento |
| Color options | Orange, grey |
| Factory warranty | Two-year manufacturer’s warranty and roadside assistance for one year |
| Starter | Electric |
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