At the heart of the 2011 Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V naked motorcycle, Moto Guzzi relies on a 1151 cc (70.2 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 110 HP (80.3 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 110 Nm (81.1 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 95.6 HP per liter and a 1,500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,500 rpm), the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.
On the scales, the Griso 1200 8V measures 222 kg (489 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.5 HP/kg (2.02 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 800 mm (31.5 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,554 mm (61.2 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 16.7-liter (4.4 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 2011 to 2012, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
95.6 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.5 HP/kg (2.02 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1151.0 ccm (70.23 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV 90 twin
Power110.0 HP (80.3 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque110.0 Nm (11.2 kgf-m or 81.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
ClutchSingle plate with integrated flexible couplings
DrivelinePrimary drive: Helicoidal gears, ratio 26/35 = 1 : 1.346. Final drive CA.R.C reactive drive; double universal joint with floating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3,666
Performance
Emission DetailsThree way catalyser and Lambda probe oxygen sensor
ExhaustStainless steel, 2 in 1
Chassis
Frame TypeDouble cradle, in high tensile strength tubular steel
Rake26.3°
Trail108 mm (4.3 inches)
Front SuspensionUpside down fork, fully adjustable in spring preload and compression and rebound damping
Front Travel120 mm (4.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionSingle sided swingarm with rising rate linkages, monoshock with separate gas reservoir, fully adjustable in spring preload and compression and rebound damping
Rear Travel110 mm (4.3 inches)
Wheelbase1554 mm (61.2 inches)
Ground Clearance185 mm (7.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-ZR17
Rear Tyre180/55-ZR17
Front BrakesDouble disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
WheelsThree-spoked aluminum alloy
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight222.0 kg (489.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.4955 HP/kg
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
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