Cruisers

1999Moto Guzzi Nevada 750

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The 1999 Moto Guzzi Nevada 750 is a light, friendly Italian cruiser. Its air-cooled 744cc V-twin makes 48 hp and 60 Nm through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A 770 mm seat and 182 kg dry weight make it manageable for newer riders.

Capacity: 744.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 182.0 kg
Seat height: 770 mm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)

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What’s new for the 1999 Moto Guzzi Nevada 750

vs the 1998

Spec	1998	1999
Power	48.0 HP (35.3 kW) @ 6200 RPM	48.0 HP (35.3 kW)

Other years 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering40%

City riding55%

Daily riding60%

Touring45%

Two-up45%

Track10%

Best for: It's built primarily for relaxed cruising and classic-style boulevard riding rather than outright speed.
Built for: It has an old-school, torquey Moto Guzzi charm with shaft drive simplicity and understated cruiser styling.
Not ideal for: It's not for riders seeking high performance, sharp cornering ability, or serious off-road capability.

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 770mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1999 Moto Guzzi Nevada 750, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright 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: 744.0 ccm
Power: 48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
Torque: 60.0 Nm (6.1 kgf-m)
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2637 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 80.0 x 74.0 mm
Compression: 9.6:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft

Performance

Top speed: 170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1482 mm
Overall length: 2205 mm
Overall width: 875 mm
Overall height: 1180 mm
Seat height: 770 mm
Dry weight: 182.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 16.30 litres
Ground clearance: 190 mm

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Detachable tubular duplex cradle
Front suspension: Marzocchi 40 mm hydraulic telescopic fork
Rear suspension: Swing arm in light cast alloy with two dampers, spring adjustable for pre-load and rebound
Front wheel travel: 136 mm
Rear wheel travel: 75 mm
Rake (fork angle): 28.0°
Trail: 134 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Dual disc
Front brakes diameter: 270 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 260 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-V18/H18
Rear tyre: 130/90-V16/H16

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	1993	1996	1999	2001	2004
Capacity	744 cc	744 cc	744 cc	744 cc	744 cc
Dry weight	180 kg	177 kg	182 kg	182 kg	176 kg
Seat height	730 mm	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm	770 mm
Fuel capacity	16.5 L	16.3 L	16.3 L	16.3 L	14 L