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2014Moto Guzzi V7 Special

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The 2014 Moto Guzzi V7 Special is a retro-styled middleweight cruiser powered by a 744cc V-twin engine producing nearly 50 horsepower. Its authentic vintage aesthetic, low seat height, and manageable power delivery make it ideal for riders seeking classic charm with modern reliability. Known for its iconic transverse V-twin character and shaft drive heritage, it appeals to those valuing style and heritage over outright performance.

Capacity: 744.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 179.2 kg
Seat height: Not on record
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Power: 49.6 HP (36.5 kW) @ 6200 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail15%

Cornering55%

City riding65%

Daily riding72%

Touring60%

Two-up55%

Track15%

Best for: Best suited to relaxed urban commuting, weekend backroad rides, and light touring rather than outright performance.
Built for: A retro-styled, easygoing classic roadster that emphasizes charm, shaft-drive simplicity, and unhurried torque over speed.
Not ideal for: Not the right choice for riders wanting strong acceleration, sport-bike agility, or any genuine off-road capability.

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Riding a year

Based on the published US (EPA-style) fuel economy estimate and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.

Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 744.0 ccm
Power: 49.6 HP (36.5 kW) @ 6200 RPM
CO2 Emissions: 109 CO2 g/km
EPA Certificate No.: EPVMC0.74LWK-016
EPA Est. Fuel Consumption: 4.63 L/100km (50.8 US mpg)
EPA CO Emissions: 0.7 CO g/km
Torque: 57.9 Nm (5.9 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.2768 HP/kg (dry)
Compression: 9.6:1
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Valves per cylinder: 2
Lubrication system: Forced circulation with lobe pump - circuit capacity: 1.78 Kg

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Dry single plate with flexible couplings

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1463 mm
Overall length: 2184 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1113 mm
Dry weight: 179.2 kg
Wet weight: 198.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 22.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.80 litres
Seat height: Not on record - add it

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double cradle tubular frame in ALS steel with detachable rear subframe
Front suspension: Telescopic hydraulic fork with 40 mm stanchions
Rear suspension: Die cast light alloy swing arm with 2 spring preload adjustable shock absorbers

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Brembo caliper with 4 differentiated pistons
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakes diameter: 260 mm
Front tyre: 100/90-18
Rear tyre: 130/80-17

Other

Color options: Orange, grey

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What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2008	2013	2014	2018	2022	2027
Capacity	744 cc	744 cc	744 cc	744 cc	850 cc	853 cc
Dry weight	179 kg	179 kg	179 kg	—	—	—
Seat height	805 mm	—	—	780 mm	770 mm	780 mm
Fuel capacity	22 L	22 L	22 L	22 L	21 L	20.8 L