V 35 Imola

1980 Moto Guzzi V 35 Imola Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

At the heart of the 1980 Moto Guzzi V 35 Imola classic motorcycle, Moto Guzzi features a 346 cc (21.1 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 27 HP (19.7 kW) at 7,600 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 78 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the V 35 Imola measures 181 kg (399 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.7 kg per horsepower). The 16-liter (4.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 150 km/h (93 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 1980 to 1982, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.