Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III vs Moto Guzzi 1000 S (1993)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 IIIstacks up against the Moto Guzzi 1000 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi SP 1000 IIIMoto Guzzi 1000 S
Model year19931993
Price
Engine949 cc949 cc
Horsepower71 hp82 hp
Torque78 Nm78 Nm
Weight215 kg
Seat height33 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity5.9 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc

Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III vs Moto Guzzi 1000 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III and the Moto Guzzi 1000 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III brings 71 hp, while the Moto Guzzi 1000 S counters with 82 hp at 215 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: