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MGS-01 Corsa

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63 /100 Sporty
Power/Weight
0.67 hp/kg
Torque
113 Nm
Engine
1225 ccm

2008 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa Key Specifications & Summary

The 2008 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa is a sport motorcycle manufactured by Moto Guzzi, equipped with a 1225.0 ccm (74.75 cubic inches) displacement unit (V2, four-stroke) with air cooling. In factory trim, the engine delivers a rated power of 128.0 HP (93.4 kW)) @ 8000 RPM and peak torque of 112.8 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.2 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM, paired with a 6-speed transmission and shaft drive (cardan) (final drive) final drive.

For rider ergonomics and real-world handling, key chassis measurements include a dry weight of 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds), seat height of 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting., fuel capacity of 18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons). Review the complete factory specification tables below to evaluate engine internals, suspension travel, braking hardware, tyre sizes and ownership estimates, or compare the 2008 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa side by side against rival models in the Sport lineup.

Engine
Displacement 1225.0 ccm (74.75 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details V2, four-stroke
Power 128.0 HP (93.4 kW)) @ 8000 RPM
Torque 112.8 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.2 ft.lbs) @ 6200 RPM
Compression 11.6:1
Bore x Stroke 100.0 x 78.0 mm (3.9 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel System Injection. Weber-Marelli electronic fuel injection with stepper motor control
Ignition Marelli IAW 15M electronic digital
Lubrication Splash
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Clutch Sintering double disc, hydraulic drive
Chassis
Frame Type Rectangular section single-beam ALS 450
Rake 24.0°
Trail 97 mm (3.8 inches)
Front Suspension Öhlins up-side down fork Ø 43 mm, 3 adjustment positions
Front Travel 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rear Suspension Aluminium-plate swinging fork Öhlins monoshock absorber, 4 adjustment positions
Rear Travel 120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase 1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground Clearance 185 mm (7.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 120/60-17
Rear Tyre 180/67-17
Front Brakes Double disc
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Double disc
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 192.0 kg (423.3 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.6667 HP/kg
Seat Height 800 mm (31.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height 1165 mm (45.9 inches)
Overall Length 2070 mm (81.5 inches)
Overall Width 750 mm (29.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 18.50 litres (4.89 US gallons)
Other
Starter Electric
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Transmission
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Seat Height
80 cm / 31.5 in
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Handling
Medium weight — some experience needed
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