Positioned in Moto Guzzi's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2018 Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 S.E. features a 1151 cc (70.2 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 104.5 HP (76.3 kW) at 7,100 rpm while maximum torque reaches 107 Nm (78.9 lb-ft) at 6,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 90.8 HP per liter and a 500 rpm working window between peak torque (6,600 rpm) and peak power (7,100 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 Griso 1200 S.E. measures 231 kg (509 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.45 HP/kg (2.21 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 17-liter (4.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
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Specific Output
90.8 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.45 HP/kg (2.21 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,600–7,100 rpm
Standover Height
800 mm (31.5 in)
Engine
Displacement1151.0 ccm (70.23 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV 90 twin
Power104.5 HP (76.3 kW)) @ 7100 RPM
Torque107.0 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) @ 6600 RPM
Compression11.0:1
Bore x Stroke95.0 x 81.5 mm (3.7 x 3.2 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
Fuel SystemInjection. Multipoint sequential electronic injection, Magneti Marelli IAW 5A phased, alfa-n system; 2 x Ø50 mm throttle bodies with Weber IWP 189 injectors, Lambda probe.
ClutchSingle plate with integrated flexible couplings
DrivelineCA.R.C reactive drive; double universal joint with floating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3,666
Performance
Exhaust2 into 1 stainless steel, with three-way catalytic converter and lambda probe
Chassis
Frame TypeHigh tensile steel tubular twin cradle
Rake26.0°
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 SuspensionProgressive single swingarm, fully adjustable monoshock with separate gas reservoir (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression).
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. Perforated wave discs and 4 opposed piston calipers
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Floating caliper fitted with 2 parallel pistons
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
WheelsTubeless spoke wheels with aluminium Ber rim and Alpina spokes.
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.231.0 kg (509.3 pounds)
Seat Height800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Transmission
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