Falcone Sport

1972 Moto Guzzi Falcone Sport Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Moto Guzzi's touring motorcycle platform, the 1972 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 28 HP (20.4 kW) at 4,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 56.2 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the Falcone Sport measures 215 kg (474 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.68 kg per horsepower). The 18-liter (4.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 140 km/h (87 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.