Moto Guzzi V9

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Moto Guzzi V9
Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer 2022.jpg
Manufacturer Moto Guzzi
Production2016–present
Predecessor Moto Guzzi Nevada
Class cruiser
Engine 853 cc (52.1 cu in) OHV 2V/cyl. air-cooled, four-stroke, 90° V-twin
Bore / stroke 84 mm × 77 mm (3.3 in × 3.0 in)
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Power 55 hp (41 kW) @ 6,250 rpm
Torque 62 N⋅m (46 lb⋅ft) @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission 6-speed, manual
Wheelbase 58.3 in (1,480 mm)
Weight440 lb (200 kg) (wet)
Fuel capacity15 L (3.3 imp gal; 4.0 US gal)

The Moto Guzzi V9 is a cruiser motorcycle manufactured and marketed by Moto Guzzi. Introduced in 2016, it is available in two versions: Roamer and Bobber. [1]

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Specifications

V9 Bobber Moto Guzzi Bobber (cropped).jpg
V9 Bobber

As with the other Moto Guzzis, the V9 has an engine is an air-cooled 90° longitudinal V-twin cylinder four-stroke, but in this case it is totally new [2] with a displacement of 853 cm³, with a power of 55 HP at 6250 rpm. [3] It features two valves per cylinder, controlled by a single central camshaft and operated via rocker arms. The intake valve is made of titanium, which allows for a sharper crankshaft profile due to its low weight. Fuel is fed via an electronic injection system and the air intake is controlled by an electronically actuated central throttle body (so-called "ride by wire"), allowing for different response settings. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a six-speed gearbox and shaft drive. At launch, the bike was homologated to Euro 4 standards.

The front suspension features a 40 mm telescopic fork with 130 mm travel, while at the rear it uses a single double shock absorber with swingarm.

Updates

In 2021, the V9 underwent an update, with the engine being adapted to the Euro 5 standard developing 65 HP, 10 HP more than before, delivered at 6800 rpm. [4] [5]

The V9 Bobber Special Edition version was presented in 2022, with a special black and gray twin-tone color scheme and bar-end mirrors fixed to the ends of the handlebars. [6]

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References

  1. "Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber, bella da guidare". 21 June 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  2. "Moto Guzzi V9 Roamer et Bobber : La technique" (in French). 25 March 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  3. "Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber e Roamer M.Y. 2016: prova su strada". 18 April 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  4. "Nouvelles Guzzi V9 Roamer et Bobber Euro5 : V7 2021 en mode custom" (in French). 13 January 2021. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  5. "Nuova Moto Guzzi v9 2021, la classic di Mandello é più potente". 13 January 2021. Retrieved 31 May 2023.
  6. "Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Special Edition: la nuova serie speciale dal look notturno". 30 December 2022. Retrieved 31 May 2023.