Engineered by Moto Guzzi for the custom - cruiser motorcycle segment, the 2009 Moto Guzzi Nevada Classic 750 relies on a 744 cc (45.4 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. 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 Classic 750 measures 184 kg (406 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.26 HP/kg (3.87 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around 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 5 indexed model years from 2007 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
64 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.26 HP/kg (3.87 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
3,600–6,800 rpm
Engine
Displacement744.0 ccm (45.40 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Power47.6 HP (34.7 kW)) @ 6800 RPM
Torque54.7 Nm (5.6 kgf-m or 40.3 ft.lbs) @ 3600 RPM
Compression9.6:1
Bore x Stroke80.0 x 74.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection
Fuel ControlOverhead Valves (OHV)
IgnitionMagneti Marelli IAW 15RC electronic digital ignition with inductive spark
LubricationBy lobes with pressure pump
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveShaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
ClutchSingle disc, dry, with cush drive
Performance
ExhaustThree-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, 40 mm
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Power
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Torque
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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
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
