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1976 Moto Guzzi 254 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Moto Guzzi for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 1976 Moto Guzzi 254 pairs a 231 cc (14.1 cu in) air-cooled in-line four, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 10,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 116.9 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the 254 measures 125 kg (276 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.22 HP/kg (4.63 kg per horsepower). The 11.5-liter (3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 140 km/h (87 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1976 to 1977, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.