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2005Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa

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The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa is a limited-production track bike built around a big Guzzi V-twin. Its air-cooled 1,256cc V-twin makes 122 hp at 8,000 rpm and 112.8 Nm through a six-speed gearbox. An 820 mm seat, 210 kg wet weight and 20-litre tank complete this rare machine.

Capacity
1256.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
6-speed
Dry weight
192.0 kg
Seat height
820 mm
Power
122.0 HP (89.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
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What’s new for the 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa

vs the 2004
Spec20042005
Wet weight — 210.0 kg (463.0 pounds)
Other years 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 75Agility 78Comfort 40Off-road 10Touring 30Road manners 78
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering90%
City riding35%
Daily riding35%
Touring30%
Two-up15%
Track90%
Best for
Built as a track-focused, limited-production sport special, it excels at fast, precise cornering rather than everyday commuting or long-distance travel.
Built for
It suits a rider who values raw handling precision, exotic engineering, and the distinctive character of a big air-cooled V-twin over comfort or convenience.
Not ideal for
It is not a good fit for beginners, commuters, or anyone wanting a comfortable passenger-friendly touring bike.

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

Will it fit you?

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At 820mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with balls of both feet on the 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa, with a cramped knee angle of around 70 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
1256.0 ccm
Power
122.0 HP (89.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM
Torque
112.8 Nm (11.5 kgf-m)
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.6354 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
100.0 x 80.0 mm
Compression
11.0:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Injection
Starting
Electric
Valves per cylinder
4
Transmission
Gearbox
6-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Clutch
Sintering double disc, hydraulic drive
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1428 mm
Overall length
2010 mm
Overall width
780 mm
Overall height
1180 mm
Seat height
820 mm
Dry weight
192.0 kg
Wet weight
210.0 kg
Fuel capacity
20.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Rectangular section singel-beam ALS 450
Front suspension
Ohlins 43 mm Adjustable USD Fork
Rear suspension
Aluminum Box Swingarm with Ohlins Adjustable Monoshock
Front wheel travel
120 mm
Rear wheel travel
110 mm
Rake (fork angle)
23.5°
Trail
95 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Double disc
Front brakes diameter
320 mm
Rear brakes
Single disc
Rear brakes diameter
220 mm
Front tyre
120/70-17
Rear tyre
180/55-17

Specs last verified against published sources: .

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200420052006200820102012
Capacity 1256 cc 1256 cc 1225 cc 1225 cc 1225 cc 1225 cc
Dry weight 192 kg 192 kg 192 kg 192 kg 192 kg —
Seat height 820 mm 820 mm 820 mm 800 mm 820 mm 820 mm
Fuel capacity 20 L 20 L 18 L 18.5 L 18.5 L 18.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa?

The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa has a Capacity of 1256.0 ccm (76.65 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa have?

The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa has a Power of 122.0 HP (89.7 kW) @ 8000 RPM.

How many gears does the Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa have?

The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa?

The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa has a Torque of 112.8 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.2 ft.lbs).

How much does the Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa weigh?

The 2005 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa has a Dry weight of 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds).

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