Allround · 1965

Falcone Sport

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MotoLibrary Score

38 /100 Commuter

Power

18 HP

Engine

498 ccm

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Technical Overview

1965 Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Moto Guzzi's allround motorcycle lineup, the 1965 Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport 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.

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

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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