At the heart of the 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva 1100 ABS naked motorcycle, Moto Guzzi utilizes a 1064 cc (64.9 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 84.5 HP (61.7 kW) at 7,600 rpm while maximum torque reaches 86.5 Nm (63.8 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 79.4 HP per liter and a 1,600 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,600 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 Breva 1100 ABS measures 232 kg (511 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.36 HP/kg (2.75 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 1,495 mm (58.9 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 23-liter (6.1 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2008 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
79.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.36 HP/kg (2.75 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,600 rpm
Standover Height
780 mm (30.7 in)
Engine
Displacement1064.0 ccm (64.93 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power84.5 HP (61.7 kW)) @ 7600 RPM
Torque86.5 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.8 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression9.8:1
Bore x Stroke92.0 x 80.0 mm (3.6 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Performance
ExhaustStainless steel, 2 in 1, with three ways catalyser and Lambda probe oxygen sensor
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, in high tensile strenght tubular steel
Trail120 mm (4.7 inches)
Front SuspensionTelescopic hydraulic fork with 45 mm, preload adjustable
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle arm suspension progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound ad pre-load (hydraulic).
Rear Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase1495 mm (58.9 inches)
Ground Clearance190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight232.0 kg (511.5 pounds)
Power/Weight0.3641 HP/kg
Seat Height780 mm (30.7 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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