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1990Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida

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The 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida is a cruiser-styled version of Guzzi's compact V65. Its air-cooled 643cc transverse V-twin makes 48 hp through a five-speed gearbox and shaft drive. A low 700 mm seat, 197 kg wet weight and a 15-litre tank make it a relaxed, easy classic.

Capacity
643.0 ccm
Engine
V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
170.0 kg
Seat height
700 mm
Power
48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
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Other years 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 31Agility 51Comfort 60Off-road 10Touring 55Road manners 60
Off-road & trail10%
Cornering45%
City riding55%
Daily riding60%
Touring55%
Two-up50%
Track15%
Best for
A classic-styled cruiser built for relaxed, low-stress riding rather than outright performance.
Built for
An easygoing, charismatic small-displacement V-twin cruiser with old-school Italian character.
Not ideal for
Not for riders seeking high-speed thrills, aggressive cornering performance, or off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 700mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida, with a moderate knee angle of around 105 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
643.0 ccm
Power
48.0 HP (35.3 kW)
Engine type
V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.2824 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
80.0 x 64.0 mm
Compression
10.0:1
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
161.0 km/h (100.0 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Seat height
700 mm
Dry weight
170.0 kg
Wet weight
197.0 kg
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Dual disc
Rear brakes
Single disc
Front tyre
100/90-18
Rear tyre
130/90-16

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 19861988199019921994
Capacity 643 cc 643 cc 643 cc 643 cc 643 cc
Dry weight 170 kg 170 kg 170 kg 170 kg 170 kg
Seat height 700 mm 700 mm 700 mm 700 mm 700 mm
Fuel capacity 15 L 15 L 15 L 15 L 17 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 65 Florida?

The 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida has a Capacity of 643.0 ccm (39.24 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida have?

The 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida has a Power of 48.0 HP (35.3 kW).

How many gears does the Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida have?

The 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida weigh?

The 1990 Moto Guzzi V 65 Florida has a Dry weight of 170.0 kg (374.8 pounds).

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