Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 vs Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Griso 1100stacks up against the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 | Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2010 |
| Price | $13,420 | — |
| Engine | 1064 cc | 1064 cc |
| Horsepower | 87 hp | 110 hp |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Weight | 227 kg | 222 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 4.4 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Stainless steel floating discs and two calipers with four opposed pistons | Double disc. Perforated wave discs and 4 opposed piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. Stainless steel fixed disc and floating caliper with two parallel pistons | Single disc. Floating caliper fitted with 2 parallel pistons |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 |
Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 vs Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 and the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Griso 1100 brings 87 hp in a 227 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V Special Edition counters with 110 hp at 222 kg.
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: