Benelli Cafe Racer 1130 vs Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli Cafe Racer 1130stacks up against the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Benelli Cafe Racer 1130 | Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2010 | 2017 |
| Price | — | $12,990 |
| Engine | 1131 cc | 1151 cc |
| Horsepower | 135 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Weight | 208 kg | — |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. Perforated wave discs and 4 opposed piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Floating caliper fitted with 2 parallel pistons |
| Tires | 120/70-17 / 180/55-17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Benelli Cafe Racer 1130 vs Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE — which should you buy?
Picking between the Benelli Cafe Racer 1130 and the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli Cafe Racer 1130 brings 135 hp in a 208 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE counters with 109 hp.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: