Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE vs Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SEstacks up against the Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi Griso 8V SEMoto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V
Model year20172012
Price$12,990$14,290
Engine1151 cc1151 cc
Horsepower109 hp110 hp
Torque108 Nm108 Nm
Weight222 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. Perforated wave discs and 4 opposed piston calipersDouble disc. Stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons.
Rear brakesSingle disc. Floating caliper fitted with 2 parallel pistonsSingle disc. Fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons.
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17

Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE vs Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE and the Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE brings 109 hp, while the Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V counters with 110 hp at 222 kg. On price, the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V SE has the lower MSRP.

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: