Moto Guzzi Norge 1200

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Moto Guzzi Norge 1200
Manufacturer
Also called Norge 1200 GTL, Norge 1200 TL, Norge 1200 T, Norge 1200 GT 8V, Norge 1200 GT, Norge GT 8V
Production 2006 - 2017
Class Sport touring
Engine
v2, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 95.0mm x 81.2mm
Compression ratio 9.8:1
Horsepower 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 7000RPM
Torque 76.71 ft/lbs (104.0 Nm) @ 5500RPM
Fuel System injection. magneti marelli iaw5a, and #945;-n type; 2 ø 45 mm throttle bodies, weber iwp 162 injectors, lambda control, twin spark ignition
Ignition magneti marelli iaw5a, ¥á-n type; 2 ¨ª 45 mm throttle bodies, weber iwp 162 injectors, lambda control, twin spark ignition
Spark Plug NGK BPR6ES `07-09[1]
Battery YUASA YTX20CH-BS `07-09[1]
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed

Final Drive: shaft drive (cardan)

Clutch: dry plate
Final Drive Shaft `07-09[1]
Suspension Front: telescopic hydraulic fork with 45 mm stanchions and adjustable spring preload
Rear: single arm suspension with progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound and pre-load (hydraulic)
Brakes Front: double disc. abs. stainless steel floating discs and callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons - abs
Rear: single disc. abs. stainless steel fixed disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons - abs
Front Tire 120/70-zr17
Rear Tire 180/55-zr17
Wheelbase 58.86 inches (1495 mm)
Length 86.42 inches (2195 mm)
Width 34.25 inches (870 mm)
Height 44.29 inches (1125 mm)
Seat Height 31.89 inches (810 mm)
Weight 566.59 pounds (257.0 Kg) (dry), 257.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 6.08 Gallon (23.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V was a v2, four-stroke Sport touring motorcycle produced by Moto Guzzi between 2006 and 2017. Max torque was 76.71 ft/lbs (104.0 Nm) @ 5500 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 99.91 HP (74.5 KW) @ 7000 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled v2, four-stroke. A 95.0mm bore x 81.2mm stroke result in a displacement of just 1151.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead valves (ohv).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the dry plate.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 120/70-zr17 front tire and a 180/55-zr17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via double disc. abs. stainless steel floating discs and callipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons - abs in the front and a single disc. abs. stainless steel fixed disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons - abs in the rear. The front suspension was a telescopic hydraulic fork with 45 mm stanchions and adjustable spring preload while the rear was equipped with a single arm suspension with progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound and pre-load (hydraulic). The Norge GT 8V was fitted with a 6.08 Gallon (23.00 Liters) fuel tank. The bike weighed just 566.59 pounds (257.0 Kg). The wheelbase was 58.86 inches (1495 mm) long.

2007 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200[edit | edit source]

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For riders who want to go the extra mile, but also want to do it fast, the House of Mandello del Lario has designed the 2007 MY Moto Guzzi Norge 1200. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 1151cc, 90-degree V-twin powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 95 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. It comes standard with hard, lockable, side panniers, ABS, a fully adjustable, high-end suspension system as well as Brembo brakes, making this cool sport tourer one of the most sought after machines on the market.


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The 2007 MY Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 is Moto Guzzi's new road-touring machine, created to let riders enjoy longer trips than crossing the state line. Boasting exceptional rider comfort thanks to generous, plush seating, adjustable suspension and an ergonomic design, the 2007 Norge 1200 was born to travel. Powerful, intuitive and easy to handle, packing is heaps of modern technology to provide a reassuring feel once in the saddle, this bike can really cross continents.

This Gran Turismo is also easily maneuverable inside the city, while being even more fun when pitted against uphill roads or the open highway. For comfort, power and that feeling the world belongs to you, here's the 2007 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 to tour the planet!


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Like long trips aboard a motorcycle but still haven't found that first-class ride you've been looking for? Well, here's Guzzi's offr for road-touring, a bike which looks just as good as it performs: the Norge GT 8V. With 1200cc of v-twin brawn at your disposal, this bike is one of the perennial Gran Turismo definitions.

Powerful yet surprisingly maneuverable thanks to its low-rpm torque, the 2009 Norge GT 8V also brings in compliant suspensions and plush seating for two, plus multiple accessories which make life aboard a touring bike easier and safer. Add in ABS brakes for more peace of mind and be ready to choose your next destination.


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Are you in for some first-class two-wheeled traveling? Here's the 2010 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT 8V, a bike created to carry rider, passenger and luggage across the continents and provide a rich, fulfilling experience. Powerful and comfortable, the 2010 Norge 1200 GT 8V brings road touring to the next level, while remaining faithful to the Moto Guzzi engine architecture and loading the latest technologies on the bike for a safe and rewarding experience.

The 2010 model brings a new one-piece fairing, a new electric windscreen, satin finish exhaust, custom panniers and a new seat, too.


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If you're not willing to make too much of a compromise and premium comfort aboard a motorcycle is one of the main ingredients for your travels, then a bike such as the 2011 Norge 1200 GT 8V should definitely fit the bill. The Norge 1200 GT 8V brings the same weather protection for both rider and passenger via the electric windscreen, a new saddle, custom Guzzi panniers and aluminum exhaust, while retaining the loading capacity and effortless handling.

The 2011 Norge 1200 GT 8V is not exactly a light bike, but its powerful, torquey engine makes everything seem easy and smooth, regardless of how fast you're riding. Slow-speed handling is just as natural as riding on rougher roads. Sporty but ale to take a beating, too, the 2011 Norge 1200 GT 8V is your cross-continent vacation machine.


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The Norge 1200 GT 8V got important updates for the 2012 model, including new forks and rear suspension for better performance when loaded, a new electrically-adjustable windscreen, updated engine delivering more power and a revised fairing for better protection.

At the same time, the instruments were redesigned for even better readability, the seat received a high-adherence top with memory foam, vibration-insulated foot pegs and bars and a new center stand. A new ABS was also provided, working seamlessly with the adjustable suspensions.


2014 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT 8V[edit | edit source]

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When it comes to aggressive, Italian-designed touring machines, the 2014 MY Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 GT 8v is a favorite among fans of Mandello del Lario designed machines, and not only. It boasts one of the most aggressive designs found on the market up to date, with lines that are usually found on supersports, not full-sized touring machines. Plenty of power is delivered by its air-cooled, 90-degree V-twin powerhouse, which can produce a claimed 102 horsepower and 104 Nm of torque, enough to effortlessly climb any hill, or mountain for that matter, even when fully-loaded and two-up.

Features such as the new suspension package, an electrically adjusted windshield, a newly designed fairing and ABS as standard, an on-board computer, heated hand-grips and satellite navigator makes it one of the best sport touring machines available on the market up to date.


2015 Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V[edit | edit source]

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The 2015 MY Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V is the flagship touring machine from Mandello del Lario. Even though it can compete with almost all full-sized touring machines available on the market, in terms of comfort and equipment, it has the added bonus of an Italian, pure-bread racing pedigree that is more than obvious in its overall design, which reminds one of a supersport rather that a touring machine. Even so, it comes standard with all the features one would normally expect from a trans-continental machine, such as side panniers, an electrically adjustable windshield, a two-up seat, a generous, 23 liter fuel tank, and technologies such as Continental ABS, an on-board computer, heated grips and a satellite navigator fixtiure.

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References[edit | edit source]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 2019 Western Power Sports Catalog. Western Power Sports. 2019.