Guzzi's 85th birthday present
Moto Guzzi has shouted itself an 85th birthday present in the shape of the Norge 1200, an up-spec tourer that comes with two levels of trim: the T (shown in silver) and GT (red), priced at $ 22,990 and $24,990.The machine boasts a new-generation 1200 V-twin that claims in excess of 95 horses at 7500rpm.
According to Guzzi: "Perhaps the most clearly visible innovation is the position of the alternator, now installed between the two cylinders to make the engine more compact and to improve overall control and ride-ability. Lighter conrods, pistons and piston rings also keep the weight down. The valve guides are sintered for a smoother sliding action and greater wear resistance too. Other solutions have been incorporated to improve the efficiency of the lubrication system: the high capacity oil pump is now more efficient than ever; the cylinder head also features a hole that delivers a jet of oil directly to the exhaust valve; and the crankcase, sump and cylinder heads have all been modified to improve oil flow."
The engine transmits its power to the rear wheel through Guzzi's CARC shaft drive system, which is integrated in the aluminium alloy swingarm.
That lot is mated to a six-speed gearbox, which the designers suggest is a much slicker affair than previous efforts.
Specifications – Norge T
Engine: 90° V-twin, 4-stroke
Cooling System: Air cooled
Displacement: 1151 cc
Bore & Stroke: 95 x 81.2 mm
Compression Ratio: 9.8 : 1
Valves and operation: 2 overhead valves with light alloy push-rod
Maximum Power: over 66 kW (95 HP) at 7500 rpm
Maximum Torque: over 100 Nm at 5800 rpm
Fuel system: Magneti Marelli IAW5A, a-n type; 2 Ø 45 mm throttle bodies, Weber IWP 162 injectors, Lambda control, twin spark ignition
Ignition: Electronic
Starting system: Electric
Lubrication: Splash
Gearbox: 6 speed
Primary transmission: helical teeth, ratio 24/35 = 1 : 1.458
Secondary transmission: Compact Reactive Shaft Drive CA.R.C.; double universal joint with floating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666
Clutch: Dry clutch
Fuel Capacity: 23.0 litres - 4.0 Litre reserve
Frame: Tubular cradle, high tensile steel
Seat height: 800 mm
Dry Weight: 246 kg
Front Suspension: Telescopic hydraulic fork with Ø 45 mm, preload adjustable, Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear Suspension: Single arm suspension with progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound and pre-load (hydraulic), Rear wheel travel: 140 mm
Front Braking System: Double stainless steel floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 piston calipers - abs
Rear Braking System: Single steel disc, Ø 282 mm, 2 piston caliper - abs
Wheels & Tyres: Front: 3.50" x 17" - 120/70 ZR17" Rear: 5.50" x 17" - 180/55 ZR17"
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