Built around Moto Guzzi's enduro - offroad motorcycle platform, the 2012 Moto Guzzi Stelvio 8V relies on a 1151 cc (70.2 cu in) oil & air-cooled v2, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 103.3 HP (75.4 kW) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 113 Nm (83.3 lb-ft) at 5,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 89.7 HP per liter and a 1,700 rpm working window between peak torque (5,800 rpm) and peak power (7,500 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 Stelvio 8V measures 257 kg (567 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.4 HP/kg (2.49 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,535 mm (60.4 in) wheelbase engineered for planted straight-line stability. The 32-liter (8.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Specific Output
89.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.4 HP/kg (2.49 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,800–7,500 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement1151.0 ccm (70.23 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine Details90° V-twin.
Power103.3 HP (75.4 kW)) @ 7500 RPM
Torque113.0 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM
ClutchSingle-disc with integrated anti-vibration buffer
DrivelineCompact reactive cardan shaft drive system called CA.R.C.; double joint and floating bevel gear pair, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666
Performance
Emission Details3-way catalysed with Lambda probe. Euro 3.
ExhaustStainless steel two-into-one
Chassis
Frame TypeTubular in high-strength steel with integrated engine
Rake27.0°
Trail125 mm (4.9 inches)
Front SuspensionFork with Ø 50mm inverted stems, fully adjustable (spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping)
Front Travel170 mm (6.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionProgressive single swingarm, fully adjustable monoshock with separate gas reservoir (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression).
Rear Travel155 mm (6.1 inches)
Wheelbase1535 mm (60.4 inches)
Ground Clearance210 mm (8.3 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre110/80-R19
Rear Tyre180/55-R17
Front BrakesDouble disc. Stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons.
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Single fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons.
Rear Brake Ø282 mm (11.1 inches)
WheelsTubeless with spokes
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.257.0 kg (566.6 pounds)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Alt. Seat Height840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, highest setting.
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