Sport Tourers
1991Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V
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The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 Le Mans V is a sport touring motorcycle ideal for riders seeking classic Italian character with practical everyday usability. Powered by an air-cooled 948cc V-twin producing 81 horsepower, it's renowned for its distinctive transverse engine design and shaft drive reliability. Best suited for experienced riders valuing heritage, comfort and distinctive styling over cutting-edge performance.
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 247.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 81.0 HP (59.6 kW) @ 7400 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for confident, high-speed sport touring on open roads rather than commuting or track work.
- Built for
- A raw, mechanical, torque-driven Italian sport tourer with a distinct shaft-drive V2 personality and old-school analog feel.
- Not ideal for
- Not for riders seeking modern electronics, light agile handling, or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 948.0 ccm
- Power
- 81.0 HP (59.6 kW) @ 7400 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3279 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 88.0 x 78.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 214.0 km/h (133.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-18
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 | 1988 | 1989 | 1990 | 1991 | 1992 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc | 948 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L | 24 L |
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 V 1000 LE Mans V?
The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V has a Capacity of 948.0 ccm (57.85 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V have?
The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V has a Power of 81.0 HP (59.6 kW) @ 7400 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V have?
The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V weigh?
The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 LE Mans V has a Wet weight of 247.0 kg (544.5 pounds).
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