2016
Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 8V - Specifications & Review

Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 32325 |
|---|---|
| Category | Enduro-offroad |
| Make | Moto Guzzi |
| Model | Stelvio 1200 8V |
| Price | Euro 14370. Prices depend on country, taxes, accessories, etc. |
| Year | 2016 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frametype | Tubular in high-strength steel with integrated engine |
|---|---|
| Frontbrakes | Double disc. Optional ABS. Stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons. |
| Frontbrakesdiameter | 320 mm (12.6 inches) |
| Frontsuspension | Fork with Ø 50mm inverted stems, fully adjustable (spring preload and hydraulic compression and rebound damping) |
| Fronttyre | 110/80-R19 |
| Frontwheeltravel | 170 mm (6.7 inches) |
| Rake | 27.0° |
| Rearbrakes | Single disc. Optional ABS. Single fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons. |
| Rearbrakesdiameter | 282 mm (11.1 inches) |
| Rearsuspension | Progressive single swingarm, fully adjustable monoshock with separate gas reservoir (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression). |
| Reartyre | 180/55-R17 |
| Rearwheeltravel | 155 mm (6.1 inches) |
| Trail | 125 mm (4.9 inches) |
| Wheels | Tubeless with spokes |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 95.0 x 81.2 mm (3.7 x 3.2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Single-disc with integrated anti-vibration buffer |
| Compression | 11.0:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Oil & air |
| Displacement | 1151.00 ccm (70.23 cubic inches) |
| Driveline | Compact reactive cardan shaft drive system called CA.R.C.; double joint and floating bevel gear pair, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666 |
| Emissiondetails | 3-way catalysed with Lambda probe. |
| Enginedetails | V2, four-stroke |
| Exhaustsystem | Stainless steel two-into-one |
| Fuelsystem | Injection |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Ignition | Multipoint sequential electronic ignition, Magneti Marelli |
| Power | 105.00 HP (76.6 kW)) @ 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 113.00 Nm (11.5 kgf-m or 83.3 ft.lbs) @ 5800 RPM |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Valvespercylinder | 4 |
Other Specifications
| Coloroptions | Blue, white |
|---|---|
| Starter | Electric |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Alternateseatheight | 840 mm (33.1 inches) If adjustable, highest setting. |
|---|---|
| Fuelcapacity | 32.00 litres (8.45 gallons) |
| Groundclearance | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Overallheight | 1,475 mm (58.1 inches) |
| Overalllength | 2,250 mm (88.6 inches) |
| Overallwidth | 1,025 mm (40.4 inches) |
| Reservefuelcapacity | 7.00 litres (1.85 gallons) |
| Seatheight | 820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weightincloilgasetc | 257.0 kg (566.6 pounds) |
About Moto Guzzi
Country of Origin:
Italy
Founder:
Carlo Guzzi, Giorgio Parodi, Giovanni Ravelli
Best Known For:
Transverse V-twins, shaft drive, and distinctive Italian character (V7, Le Mans, California)
Company History
Founded on Lake Como in 1921, Moto Guzzi is one of motorcycling’s oldest continuous makers. After pioneering wind-tunnel work and racing success in the 1930s–50s, Guzzi created its enduring signature: the air-cooled transverse V-twin with shaft drive. This architecture gives the bikes their rhythm and silhouette, from classic V7 standards to the Le Mans sportbikes that defined Italian speed for a generation. Touring models like the California added long-haul credibility, while police and military contracts affirmed durability. Through ownership changes, Guzzi’s identity persisted: engines that start every spring, frames that communicate, and a mechanical honesty that feels artisanal. Modern Guzzis pair ABS/traction control with that familiar crankcase thrum, and new platforms have nudged performance and refinement forward without abandoning the brand’s soul. Historically, Moto Guzzi marries engineering quirk and everyday friendliness—the rare brand where a century of history rides along without becoming baggage.
