Touring Motorcycles
2010Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT
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The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT is a classic touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking long-distance comfort and distinctive Italian character. Powered by an 1151cc V-twin engine delivering 88.5 horsepower and abundant low-end torque, it excels at highway cruising with its shaft drive and spacious ergonomics. The Norge is best known for combining traditional air-cooled charm with practical touring capability and reliable all-weather performance.
- Capacity
- 1151.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 246.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 88.5 HP (65.1 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance highway touring and covering big miles in comfort rather than for outright speed or sport riding.
- Built for
- A relaxed, torquey V-twin tourer with classic Moto Guzzi shaft-drive character, prioritizing stability and long-haul comfort over aggression.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or sportbike-level acceleration.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
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Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →99
out of 100Excellent
The Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 93.9% of the time, 13.9 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 99% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
93.9%Passed first time
5.4%Failed outright
0.7%Fixed during test
18,000Typical miles
148Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Against its rivals · ranks 1 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT | 99 Excellent | 148 |
| 2 | BMW R 1200 RT | 96 Excellent | 15,454 |
| 3 | Harley-Davidson FLHR Road King | 95 Excellent | 424 |
| 4 | Harley-Davidson FLHX Street Glide | 93 Excellent | 2,192 |
| 5 | Harley-Davidson Ultra Classic Electra Glide | 86 Excellent | 582 |
| 6 | Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic | 80 Excellent | 107 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 1151.0 ccm
- Power
- 88.5 HP (65.1 kW)
- Torque
- 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 5800 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3598 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 95.0 x 81.2 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Lubrication system
- Splash
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Dry plate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1495 mm
- Overall length
- 2195 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 246.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 266.0 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, 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. 4 piston calipers. ABS.
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. 2 piston calipers. ABS.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- ABS
- Yes
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
Other
- Color options
- Silver, Red, Black, Gray
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 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1151 cc | 1151 cc | 1151 cc |
| Dry weight | 246 kg | 246 kg | 246 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L | 23 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too few tests |
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 Norge 1200 GT?
The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT has a Capacity of 1151.0 ccm (70.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT have?
The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT has a Power of 88.5 HP (65.1 kW).
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT have?
The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT?
The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM.
How much does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT weigh?
The 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT has a Dry weight of 246.0 kg (542.3 pounds).
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