850 Le Mans 111
1982 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans 111 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Moto Guzzi's sport touring motorcycle platform, the 1982 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans 111 relies on a 844 cc (51.5 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 76 HP (55.5 kW) at 7,700 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 90 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the 850 Le Mans 111 measures 247 kg (545 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.31 HP/kg (3.25 kg per horsepower). The 25-liter (6.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 214 km/h (133 mph).
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