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.
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
Resources & Parts
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