Stornello
1964 Moto Guzzi Stornello Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Built around Moto Guzzi's sport motorcycle platform, the 1964 Moto Guzzi Stornello relies on a 125 cc (7.6 cu in) single cylinder, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 7 HP (5.1 kW) at 7,200 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through chain final drive. With a specific output of 56 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 700 mm (27.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,250 mm (49.2 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 14.5-liter (3.8 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 8 indexed model years from 1960 to 1967, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
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