At the heart of the 2007 Moto Guzzi 940 Custom naked motorcycle, Moto Guzzi features a 936 cc (57.1 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 73.8 HP (53.8 kW) at 7,200 rpm while maximum torque reaches 78 Nm (57.5 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 78.8 HP per liter and a 1,200 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,200 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the 940 Custom measures 245 kg (540 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.3 HP/kg (3.32 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 780 mm (30.7 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,570 mm (61.8 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 15-liter (4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 190 km/h (118 mph).
Specific Output
78.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.3 HP/kg (3.32 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,200 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement936.0 ccm (57.11 cubic inches)
Engine TypeTwin, four-stroke
Engine DetailsTwin, four-stroke
Power73.8 HP (53.8 kW)) @ 7200 RPM
Torque78.0 Nm (8.0 kgf-m or 57.5 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression10.0:1
Bore x Stroke95.0 x 66.0 mm (3.7 x 2.6 inches)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Performance
Top Speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
ExhaustKatalysator
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel frame
Front Travel140 mm (5.5 inches)
Rear SuspensionAluminium alloy single-piece swingarm. shock absorber adjustable in spring preload and rebound damping.
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-18
Rear Tyre180/55-17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight245.0 kg (540.1 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3010 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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