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Allround · 1964

Falcone Sport

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42 /100 Commuter
Power
18 HP
Top Speed
135 km/h
Engine
498 ccm

1964 Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1964 Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport allround motorcycle, Moto Guzzi utilizes a 498 cc (30.4 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 18 HP (13.1 kW) at 4,300 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 36.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

The 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 135 km/h (84 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 21 indexed model years from 1950 to 1973, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
36.1 HP/L
Engine
Displacement 498.0 ccm (30.39 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 18.0 HP (13.1 kW)) @ 4300 RPM
Bore x Stroke 88.0 x 82.0 mm (3.5 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. DellÓrto
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 4-speed
Final Drive Chain (final drive)
Clutch Wet multiplate
Performance
Top Speed 135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Fuel Capacity 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
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