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MGX-21

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62 /100 Sporty
Power
95 HP
Torque
120 Nm
Engine
1380 ccm

2016 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 2016 Moto Guzzi MGX-21 custom - cruiser motorcycle, Moto Guzzi utilizes a 1380 cc (84.2 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 95.2 HP (69.5 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 120 Nm (88.5 lb-ft) at 2,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 69 HP per liter and a 3,750 rpm working window between peak torque (2,750 rpm) and peak power (6,500 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 MGX-21 measures 330 kg (728 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.29 HP/kg (3.47 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2016 to 2020, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
69 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.29 HP/kg (3.47 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
2,750–6,500 rpm
Engine
Displacement 1380.0 ccm (84.21 cubic inches)
Engine Type V2, four-stroke
Engine Details 90° V-twin
Power 95.2 HP (69.5 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque 120.0 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) @ 2750 RPM
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection
Cooling Oil & air
Transmission
Gearbox 6-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic fork
Wheels & Brakes
Front Brakes Double disc. ABS
Front Brake Ø 282 mm (11.1 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc. ABS
Rear Brake Ø 282 mm (11.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 330.0 kg (727.5 pounds)
Other
Starter Electric
Color Options Black
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