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V7 Special

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2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Special Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Positioned in Moto Guzzi's naked motorcycle lineup, the 2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Special features a 744 cc (45.4 cu in) air-cooled twin, four-stroke configuration. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 80.0 x 74.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches) with a 9.6:1 compression ratio.

On the scales, the V7 Special measures 182 kg (401 lbs) dry.

Within MotoLibrary's Moto Guzzi archive, this model family spans 7 indexed model years from 2008 to 2024, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Engine
Displacement 744.0 ccm (45.40 cubic inches)
Engine Type Twin, four-stroke
Engine Details Twin, four-stroke
Compression 9.6:1
Bore x Stroke 80.0 x 74.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder 2
Fuel System Injection. Weber-Marelli electric injection
Fuel Control Overhead Cams (OHC)
Lubrication by lobes with pressure pump
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Final Drive Shaft drive (cardan) (final drive)
Chassis
Front Travel 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Rear Travel 118 mm (4.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 110/70-17
Rear Tyre 130/80-17
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 182.0 kg (401.2 pounds)
Other
Starter Electric
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