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2024Moto Guzzi V7 Special 850

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The 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Special 850 is a classic middleweight that appeals to riders seeking authentic retro styling with modern reliability. Its air-cooled 853cc V-twin delivers 65 horsepower with characterful mid-range torque, while shaft drive and relaxed ergonomics make it ideal for casual cruising and commuting. Known for Italian charm and timeless design, it's perfect for purists who value character over performance.

Capacity: 853.0 ccm
Engine: V-Twin, four-stroke
Gearbox: 6-speed
Dry weight: 203.0 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
Power: 65.0 HP (47.4 kW) @ 6800 RPM

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How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail10%

Cornering55%

City riding70%

Daily riding72%

Touring58%

Two-up55%

Track15%

Best for: Built for relaxed classic-styled cruising, café-style city riding, and weekend backroad jaunts rather than outright performance.
Built for: Charming, air-cooled V-twin retro roadster with shaft drive smoothness and old-school Italian mechanical personality.
Not ideal for: Not a fit for riders wanting sharp sportbike acceleration, track capability, or any serious off-road ambition.

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

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At 780mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2024 Moto Guzzi V7 Special 850, with a relaxed knee angle of around 120 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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Riding a year

Based on the maker's published fuel consumption 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: 853.0 ccm
Power: 65.0 HP (47.4 kW) @ 6800 RPM
Torque: 73.0 Nm (7.4 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
Engine type: V-Twin, four-stroke
Fuel consumption: 4.90 litres/100 km (20.4 km/l)
Power/weight ratio: 0.3202 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke: 84.0 x 77.0 mm
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Injection
Starting: Electric
Valves per cylinder: 2

Transmission

Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Shaft
Clutch: Dry single plate with flexible couplings

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1463 mm
Overall length: 2185 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1110 mm
Seat height: 780 mm
Dry weight: 203.0 kg
Wet weight: 223.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 21.00 litres
Ground clearance: 150 mm
Reserve fuel capacity: 3.80 litres

Chassis & suspension

Frame: Double cradle tubular frame in ALS steel with detachable rear subframe
Front suspension: Hydraulic telescopic fork Ø 40 mm
Rear suspension: Swingarm Twin-sided with two spring preload adjustable shock absorbers
Trail: 106 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc. Brembo caliper with 4 differentiated pistons. ABS.
Front brakes diameter: 320 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc. Floating disc. Two-piston calipers. ABS.
ABS: Yes
Front tyre: 100/90-18
Rear tyre: 150/70-17