lower than otherwise. There’s also a simple,
less cluttered location for the single 52mm
throttle body that supplies both cylinders. In
essence it is Guzzi’s V9 engine, but all new. It’s
now semi-dry sump lubricated, has titanium
inlet valves and 30-percent lighter conrods
and lighter pistons. Couple this with the
binning of the old 28mm throttle body and
power is up dramatically from 55 to 80hp!
Maximum torque is 80Nm @ 5000rpm, but
most of that is available below 4000rpm.
Great engine in an all-round
adventure/everyday package
Suspension not fully adjustable
I love the way this bike makes its power.
While it is not overly powerful by today’s
standards, the actual delivery is superb.
There’s loads of torque at all revs, so it
doesn’t really matter what gear you’re in
because there’s enough oomph to still fun
and make it a relaxed mile eater.