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Bikesales Staff•29 Oct 2026
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Moto Guzzi reveals The Trip 500 for 2027

Moto Guzzi’s new roadster is called The Trip 500. Could it be the first motorcycle with ‘The’ in its official name?

Moto Guzzi has unveiled The Trip, a new 500cc-class roadster that will spearhead a new generation of motorcycles for the Italian brand, with an emphasis on accessibility, everyday usability and contemporary styling.

The new model will make its public debut at EICMA in Milan from November 5-8, 2026, ahead of its expected arrival at official dealerships in early 2027.

Positioned as an accessible entry point to the Moto Guzzi range, The Trip is powered by a parallel-twin engine producing almost 48hp (36kW), making it compatible with European A2 motorcycle licence requirements. The manufacturer has yet to announce Australian availability or pricing.

Moto Guzzi claims a running weight of 180kg and a seat height starting at 790mm, figures that should help make the new roadster manageable for a broad range of riders, including those returning to motorcycling or stepping up from smaller-capacity machines.

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The engine is designed to deliver accessible low-rev torque and smooth power delivery, although detailed technical specifications, including engine capacity, torque output and transmission ratios, have not yet been confirmed.

The Trip also introduces a new design direction for Moto Guzzi, combining minimalist bodywork with a black-finished twin-cylinder engine and a 15-litre metal fuel tank. A full-LED headlight incorporates the brand's eagle motif, while a circular 3.6-inch TFT display provides instrumentation and smartphone connectivity.

Electronic equipment includes ride-by-wire throttle control and three riding modes: Road, Sport and Rain. Turn-by-turn navigation and a quickshifter will be available as accessories rather than standard equipment, according to the announcement.

Moto Guzzi will offer three standard colour schemes: Black Metropolis, Green Grove and Red Beat. A separate Opening special edition will also mark the launch of the new model, although further details have not been provided.

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The Trip represents a shift in emphasis for Moto Guzzi, which has traditionally built much of its identity around distinctive engine configurations, heritage styling and larger-capacity touring and road motorcycles.

Its combination of modest power, relatively low weight and electronic rider aids places it in the competitive middleweight roadster segment, where ease of use and affordability can be as important as outright performance.

However, the motorcycle's final positioning will depend on its full specifications, equipment levels and pricing. Whether The Trip will reach Australia remains unconfirmed, with more information expected following its EICMA unveiling.

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