Touring Motorcycles
2008Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL
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The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL is a shaft-drive touring bike designed for long-distance riders seeking classic Italian character with practical features. Its 1151cc V-twin engine delivers smooth, accessible power through a six-speed gearbox, while the adjustable seat height and comprehensive touring amenities prioritize comfort. Best known for combining retro styling with reliable all-weather capability and excellent fuel efficiency for extended journeys.
- Capacity
- 1151.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 247.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 88.5 HP (65.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
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 sporty back-road thrills.
- Built for
- A relaxed, torquey V-twin shaft-drive cruiser-tourer with old-school Italian charm and unhurried, stable road manners.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or a lightweight everyday commuter.
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 →98
out of 100Excellent
The Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 93.9% of the time, 12.6 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 98% of models.
Bikes first registered in 2008 have 30 tests, too few for their own score, so this covers every year.
Test records don't say which version a bike is, so this covers Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL / Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T / Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL together.
93.9%Passed first time
2.3%Failed outright
3.8%Fixed during test
15,000Typical miles
132Tests
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 GTL | 98 Excellent | 132 |
| 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 Electra Glide Ultra Classic | 86 Excellent | 582 |
| 6 | Harley-Davidson FLHTC Electra Glide Classic | 72 Good | 219 |
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) @ 7500 RPM
- Torque
- 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m) @ 5800 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3583 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 95.0 x 81.2 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1495 mm
- Overall length
- 2195 mm
- Overall width
- 870 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 247.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 185 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular cradle, high tensile steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork with Ø 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
- 110 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 110 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 25.0°
- Trail
- 120 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 320 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 282 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 180/55-ZR17
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 | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1151 cc | 1151 cc |
| Dry weight | 247 kg | 247 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 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 GTL?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL has a Capacity of 1151.0 ccm (70.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL have?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL has a Power of 88.5 HP (65.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL have?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL 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 GTL weigh?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GTL has a Dry weight of 247.0 kg (544.5 pounds).
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