When did the Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 come out?

The Norge 1200 is the most recent (since 2005) PURPOSE-BUILT “sport-touring” motorcycle offering in our world, brought to us by Italian maker, Moto Guzzi. Side note: Some might argue that the Kawasaki Concours14 is the “ newest ,” “ purpose-built ” sport-tourer in the motorcycle world, since it was introduced in July 2007.

What makes a Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V better?

A stiffer suspension set-up makes the Norge GT 8V more poised on fast sweepers and it handles well enough for spirited riding in the twisty stuff. Ground clearance is greatly improved but the centre stand will touch down if pushed hard.

Where does the passenger sit on a Moto Guzzi Norge?

On the back, the passenger doesn’t catch too much windblast-this is a problem on many bikes where the slipstream can force itself between pillion and rider-the penalty is that the rear seat is short, so the passenger sits very close to the rider, which might be uncomfortable for some in the personal-space-invasion sense.

What kind of bike is a Moto Guzzi?

You can pick up a Suzuki GSX1250 FA ST and a Triumph Sprint GT for less money, but they won’t come with the Guzzi’s impressive array of standard equipment. It comfortably undercuts the BMW R1200RT, Honda VFR1200, Kawasaki 400GTR and Yamaha FJR1300A.

What kind of motorcycle is a Moto Guzzi?

Too heavy to be a street scalpel, but a great, old school roadster for manly types. The Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport is a full-sized, heavy metal, 70s-throwback of a motorcycle, yet one sprinkled with the very latest and best in suspension and brakes.

Is the Moto Guzzi Breva 1200 still going strong?

With the 2009 Breva 1200 Sport, Moto Guzzi shows that its 85 years of heritage are still going strong today as this sporty approach towards such a demanding and yet risky segment manages to situate the bike among the best Italian nakeds that money can buy.

Do you need a plug socket for a Moto Guzzi?

Yes you need a very slim plug socket to get to the inner plugs. <21mm. A wobble type extension makes it easier too. Brian. Better 5 minutes late in this world than years early in the next. This works a treat. Once finger tight/loose, use length of hose over plug to spin out/in. Breva 1100 2005 in Black SOLD….. St George’s Telford Shropshire.