Touring Motorcycles
2009Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL
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The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL is a capable air-cooled touring bike powered by a 1151cc V-twin delivering 88.5 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. Built for long-distance riders seeking classic Italian character with practical comfort, it combines shaft drive reliability with the distinctive transverse V2 engine that defines Guzzi's touring heritage.
- Capacity
- 1151.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 246.0 kg
- Seat height
- 800 mm
- Power
- 88.5 HP (65.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL
vs the 2008| Spec | 2008 | 2009 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. 4 piston calipers. ABS. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. 2 piston calipers. ABS. |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for long-distance touring and mile-munching comfort rather than outright speed or track performance.
- Built for
- A calm, torquey, shaft-driven V-twin tourer with classic Moto Guzzi character, prioritizing stability and comfort over sportiness.
- Not ideal for
- Not the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, off-road capability, or high-speed sport performance.
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 →98
out of 100Excellent
The Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL 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.
This covers every year of the model.
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 TL | 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)
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- 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
- Ignition
- Magneti Marelli IAW5A, -n type; 2 45 mm throttle bodies, Weber IWP 162 injectors, Lambda control, twin spark ignition
- 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 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
- 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
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 | 246 kg | 246 kg |
| Seat height | 800 mm | 800 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 23 L | 23 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL?
The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL has a Capacity of 1151.0 ccm (70.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL have?
The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL has a Power of 88.5 HP (65.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL have?
The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL?
The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL has a Torque of 100.0 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs).
How much does the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL weigh?
The 2009 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 TL has a Dry weight of 246.0 kg (542.3 pounds).
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