1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT

1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT

Moto Guzzi released the 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT in 1988 with a 949cc OHV V-twin powerplant making 68hp — a definitive touring motorcycle.

Specifications

Engine

Type
OHV V-twin
Displacement
949 cc
Cylinders
2
Power
68 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque
70.0 Nm
Compression
Bore × Stroke
88.0 × 78.0 mm
Cooling
Air-cooled
Fuel System
2x Dell'Orto carburetors

Chassis & Transmission

Frame
Steel tube frame
Front Suspension
Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
Twin shock
Front Brake
Dual disc
Rear Brake
Single disc
Front Tyre
Rear Tyre
Transmission
5-speed
Final Drive
Shaft

Performance

Top Speed
195 km/h (121 mph)
¼ Mile

Dimensions & Weight

Dry Weight
240 kg (529 lbs)
Wet Weight
258 kg (569 lbs)
Seat Height
810 mm
Wheelbase
1520 mm
Ground Clearance
Fuel Capacity
22.0 L

History & Story

In 1988, Moto Guzzi launched the 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT — a touring motorcycle that would come to define an era of motorcycling. Hailing from Italy, it combined Italy engineering with touring motorcycle appeal.

At the heart of the 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT sits a 949cc OHV V-twin engine producing 68 horsepower at 6500 rpm. The twin-cylinder powerplant features a twin-cylinder layout with air-cooled cooling, fed by 2x Dell'Orto carburetors. Power reaches the rear wheel through a 5-speed transmission and shaft final drive.

Built around a steel tube frame frame, the 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT suspends its 240 kg (529 lbs) on telescopic fork forks and twin shock rear units. Braking relies on dual disc at the front and single disc at the rear, with a 1520 mm wheelbase providing stability.

Performance-wise, the 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT achieves a claimed top speed of 195 km/h (121 mph). With a generous fuel capacity of 22.0 liters, it offers reasonable range for touring motorcycle duties. The seat height of 810 mm makes it comfortable for most riders.

Known Issues

  • Spline wear on final drive shaft
  • U-joint maintenance on shaft drive
  • Electrical system upgrades often needed
  • Cylinder head gasket weeping oil

Fun Facts

  • The 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT was produced in Moto Guzzi's Italy facilities
  • The 1988 Moto Guzzi Mille GT featured a steel tube frame frame typical of 1980s design philosophy

Collector Information

Parts Availability
Moderate
Collector Rating
4/10

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