Engineered by Moto Guzzi for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2011 Moto Guzzi Nevada Aquila Nera utilizes a 744 cc (45.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 47.6 HP (34.7 kW) at 6,800 rpm while maximum torque reaches 54.7 Nm (40.3 lb-ft) at 3,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 64 HP per liter and a 3,200 rpm working window between peak torque (3,600 rpm) and peak power (6,800 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 Nevada Aquila Nera measures 196 kg (432 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.24 HP/kg (4.12 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 752 mm (29.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,467 mm (57.8 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 14-liter (3.7 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 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
64 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.24 HP/kg (4.12 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,600–6,800 rpm
Standover Height
752 mm (29.6 in)
Engine
Displacement744.0 ccm (45.40 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details90° V-Twin. 2 overhead valves with light alloy push-rod
Power47.6 HP (34.7 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Torque54.7 Nm (5.6 kgf-m or 40.3 ft.lbs) @ 3600 RPM
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchSingle disc, dry, with cush drive
Performance
Emission DetailsThree-way catalyzer with Lambda sensor
Chassis
Frame TypeDetachable tubular duplex cradle in special high-strengh steel
Rake27.5°
Trail138 mm (5.4 inches)
Front SuspensionMarzocchi hydraulic telescopic fork
Front Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear SuspensionPressure fused oscillating swing arm in light alloy with two preload adjustable shocks
Rear Travel130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase1467 mm (57.8 inches)
Ground Clearance290 mm (11.4 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-18
Rear Tyre130/90-16
Front BrakesSingle disc. 4-piston calliper
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.196.0 kg (432.1 pounds)
Seat Height752 mm (29.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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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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