Naked Motorcycles

2008Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 Sport

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The 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 Sport is a naked roadster for riders who want big V-twin torque with a sporty edge. Its 1151cc air-cooled engine makes 95 hp and 100 Nm, with an 800 mm seat.

Capacity: 1151.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Seat height: 800 mm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7800 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering60%

City riding55%

Daily riding70%

Touring72%

Two-up65%

Track40%

Best for: It is best suited to spirited road riding and sport-touring rather than outright track performance, blending Moto Guzzi character with usable everyday sportiness.
Built for: The Breva 1200 Sport has an eccentric, mechanical charm with its transverse V-twin engine, shaft drive, and distinctive Italian handling feel rather than razor-sharp modern sportbike precision.
Not ideal for: It is not a good fit for off-road use, novice riders wanting a light nimble commuter, or those seeking cutting-edge sportbike acceleration and cornering agility.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Inseam (optional)

Units

At 800mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 Sport, with a relaxed knee angle of around 125 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 1151.0 ccm
Power: 95.0 HP (69.9 kW) @ 7800 RPM
EPA Certificate No.: 8MGXC1.15LPU-004
EPA CO Emissions: 1.6 CO g/km
Torque: 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.4148 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 95.0 x 81.2 mm
Compression: 9.8:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Ignition: IWP 162 injectors, Lambda control, twin spark ignition
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Splash

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: double disk, dry

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1485 mm
Overall length: 2195 mm
Overall width: 840 mm
Overall height: 1160 mm
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry weight: 229.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 23.00 litres
Ground clearance: 185 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 4.00 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: tubular cradle, high tensile steel
Front suspension: telescopic hydraulic fork with 45 mm and TIN surface treatment, preload adjustable
Rear suspension: single arm suspension with progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound and pre-load (hydraulic)
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Rake (fork angle): 25.0°
Trail: 120 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Double disc. twin stainless steel floating disc, wave type, 320 mm, 4 opposed pistons
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. single steel fixed disc, 282 mm, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons
Rear brakes diameter: 282 mm
Front tyre: 120/70-17
Rear tyre: 180/55-17