Touring Motorcycles
2008Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T
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The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T is a sport-touring motorcycle designed for riders seeking comfortable long-distance travel with spirited performance. Its 1151cc air-cooled V-twin engine delivers 88.5 horsepower and strong 100 Nm torque, paired with a shaft-drive transmission for reliable cruising. Known for blending Italian character with practical touring capability, it suits adventurous riders who value heritage and handling over cutting-edge technology.
- 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) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built primarily for long-distance, relaxed highway and cross-country touring rather than outright speed or sportiness.
- Built for
- A characterful, understated shaft-drive V-twin tourer that favors smooth, unhurried, mile-eating riding over aggressive performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or track-day thrills.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →96
out of 100Excellent
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 91.0% of the time, 10.9 points above expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 96% of models.
All years of this model: 98 / 100 (excellent) from 883 tests.
91.0%Passed first time
6.3%Failed outright
2.7%Fixed during test
22,000Typical miles
223Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
100
96
93
200720082009
Against its rivals · ranks 1 of 6
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T | 98 Excellent | 883 |
| 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)
- 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
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Splash
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
- Clutch
- Dry
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1495 mm
- Overall length
- 2195 mm
- Overall width
- 870 mm
- Overall height
- 1125 mm
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Dry weight
- 246.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 23.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 185 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Tubular cradle, high tensile steel
- Front suspension
- Telescopic hydraulic fork with 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 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 ⓘ | 96 Excellent | 93 Excellent | 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 T?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T has a Capacity of 1151.0 ccm (70.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T have?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T has a Power of 88.5 HP (65.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T have?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T weigh?
The 2008 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T has a Dry weight of 246.0 kg (542.3 pounds).
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