Swinging fork in light alloy cast with two dampers and spring adjustable
for preload and rebound
Rear Wheel Travel
140 mm / 5.5 in
Front Brakes
2x 320mm discs 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 282mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre
120/70-17
Rear Tyre
180/55-17
Rake
25°
Trail
110 mm / 4.3 in
Dimensions
Length 2,130 mm / 83.9 in
Width 810 mm / 31.9 in
Wheelbase
1490 mm / 58.7 in
Seat Height
800 mm / 31.5 in
Ground Clearance
185 mm / 7.3 in
Dry-Weight
235 kg / 513.7 lbs
Fuel Capacity
24 Litres / 6.3 US gal
Consumption Average
19.7 km/lit
Standing
¼ Mile
13.0 sec
Top Speed
202.9 km/h
Breva V 1100. The universal Moto
Guzzi.
When Carlo Guzzi established Moto Guzzi back in 1921, he was brimming with
simple but effective ideas. The motorcycle was waiting for someone to drag
it out of the pioneering age and transform it into a functional and
universal means of transport. Guzzi therefore set about designing practical
machines to match the needs of the masses. Though often ingenious and
innovative, his technology aimed primarily at comfort, easy riding,
reliability and duration.
After more than eighty years, Carlo Guzzi’s design principles are still
valid, and represent the true inspiration behind the Breva V 1100. But
though our guidelines are the same, motorcycling has changed dramatically
over the decades. Motorcyclists have evolved; today they are demanding and
attentive, and have acquired a thorough understanding of technology. It was
with today’s riders in mind that Moto Guzzi designed the new Breva V 1100, a
revolutionary machine made to the highest standards.
The Breva V 1100 has all the credentials for
success on today’s fiercely competitive market, and is Italy’s best ever
answer to growing demand in the “naked” segment, now Europe’s most important
area of the motorcycle market. The Breva excels as an unexaggerated tourer
and a true all-rounder: it provides plenty of reasons for passion, but also
has a passion for reason.
Comfortable, easy to ride, lavishly
equipped, and technically advanced, the Breva V 1100 is perfect for
intensive daily use. It is made with everybody in mind, Guzzi fans who would
never ride anything else, ex-Guzzi riders returning to the fold, and
everybody seeking to discover the pleasures of Moto Guzzi’s unique riding
style
Moto Guzzi. How riding style becomes life style.
You don’t have to copy a legend to follow in
its footsteps. But you do need to share its spirit, and build on the
elements behind its success. The Breva V 1100 project began by defining
exactly what a Moto Guzzi is made of. The technical solutions that produce
that Guzzi soul were then pieced together.
The motorcycles made at Moto Guzzi’s
historical factory at Mandello del Lario have always been unique
combinations of innovation and tradition. Their design has become a classic,
and their robustness and quality legendary. Universal motorcycles in every
sense, they have become icons of Italian style and part of Italy’s creative
heritage.
The Guzzi design philosophy has become a lifestyle, and the joys of early
motorcycling have expanded to encompass new pleasures. Comfort has turned
into wellbeing. From simple means of transport, Moto Guzzi motorcycles have
become means of companionship and shared enjoyment, means of joining the
modern lifestyle of meetings, clubs, and true motorcyclists.
This is the passionate new lifestyle
for which the Breva V 1100 is designed, and all true motorcyclists will jump
at the chance it offers of enjoying riding and life the Moto Guzzi way. The
Breva V 1100 has all the power of Europe’s biggest motorcycle manufacturing
group, plus the intelligence of a thorough, rational design, and, of course,
the spirit and passion of Moto.
Features and Benefits:
A legend reborn.
Once upon a time there was a bike that conquered America. That bike was a
Moto Guzzi. In various versions, the legendary V7 was the protagonist of an
amazing international success story. It was the machine that changed our
very conception of the motorcycle. There could be no better starting point
for the big V-Twin of the twenty first century.
The Breva V 1100 shares many obvious
similarities with the V7, starting from the protruding cylinders of the 90°
V-Twin, Moto Guzzi’s recognised signature. The tireless thump of this mighty
engine is the sound track that accompanies every ride, and total reliability
and mighty pulling power from low revs are guaranteed too. Now electronic
fuel injection has made this classic engine more docile and more responsive
than ever, and a whole range of technical innovations have transformed it
into a completely unit.
Progress inevitably leads away from even the
best starting points. That is why the Breva V 1100 has such intensely
personal lines, the work of Marabese Design Studio. And that is why it
features so many innovative technical solutions, like Moto Guzzi’s patented
reactive shaft drive. These two examples alone give an idea of just how much
real progress has been made.
Traditional and innovative solutions were all extensively tested to ensure
an excellent level of reliability and safety. Before being unleashed on the
road, the new 90° V-Twin was run for hundreds of hours on the test bench,
and completed 60,000 km of full throttle rolling road testing, the
equivalent of 200,000 km of riding under real road conditions.
But the most significant and convincing tests
were those conducted on the road. In its natural habitat, the Breva V 1100
shows its true mettle, inspires instant confidence, and delivers unique,
hard-to-describe sensations that make up the bike’s great character and
provide the fuel for true motorcycling passion.
You have to ride the Breva to understand the
significance of its name. Breva is the southerly wind that blows over Lake
Como, bringing the good weather with it. This lucky name has already brought
success to the 1100’s little sister, the Breva V 750, which the motorcycling
public has welcomed with an enthusiasm beyond all expectations.
Between prose and poetry.
“There’s no need for poetry”, Carlo Guzzi used to tell his staff when they
came up with an idea that put form before functionality. Yet poetry flowed
spontaneously from the contrast between solids and spaces and from the
simple beauty of Guzzi’s machines.
The beauty of Moto Guzzi motorcycles was and
still is technical beauty, in full view and never hidden away. The famous
external flywheel of early Guzzis was a feature that attracted attention and
praise for its courageous, eye-catching position. The Breva V 1100’s new
cylinder heads and shaft drive are its direct heirs, mechanical components
with ‘attitude’ that dramatically enhance the appearance of the bike.
Rodolfo Frascoli of Marabese Design Studio,
the man behind the Breva V 1100, drew inspiration from the V7 Special, Moto
Guzzi’s most famous naked tourer. Designed for the American market in the
late 1960s, the V7 was powered by a 757 cc version of the 90° V-Twin and
carried equipment designed specifically for U.S. riders. Its smooth yet
rugged lines are shared by the Breva V 1100, which interprets this classic
of motorcycle design in a modern key, but with the same inimitably stylish
results.
In keeping with Moto Guzzi tradition, the
Breva V 1100’s design concept was extremely simple: to make a modern naked
tourer. But though clear and decisive, the bike’s visual impact is far from
boring or banal. Its lines highlight its pleasant dynamics and sporting but
unexaggerated nature. The Breva is totally original, but with clear
historical inspiration.
In keeping with Carlo Guzzi’s convictions,
the Breva gives no room to technical frills, solutions that look good but
only complicate motorcycling without bringing real benefits. On the Breva V
1100, technical innovation is practical, decisive and realistic, just like
the original design concept.
A walk around the Breva V 1100. The transverse 90° V-Twin engine and its shaft drive were chosen not as
limitations on the freedom of design, but as the very heart of the design
concept.
A great deal of design effort was put into
the area around the engine. The seat is well shaped and extremely
comfortable; the generous fuel tank permits great autonomy and ensures
excellent riding ergonomics. The overall impression is of agility and
dynamism, emphasised by side panels that stretch forward towards the front
wheel, creating an aggressive looking front end and giving the impression
that the bike is in perpetual motion, longing for speed. Yet not even these
panels are there for beauty alone; they also serve the purpose of ensuring
correct cylinder cooling and maximising ram air pressure.
The instrumentation is complete and accurate
down to the smallest detail; the special oval headlight gives superb
illumination; the front mudguard is integrated in the fork legs; and to
demonstrate Guzzi’s dedication to maximum functionality, a central
aerodynamic spoiler designed in the wind tunnel improves air flow over the
cylinders.
Logically, our walk around the Breva V 1100 ends at its streamlined, sporty
looking tail. Moto Guzzi’s concern for practicality in daily use emerges
clearly from the provision made for panniers, the care for passenger
comfort, and the luminosity of the powerful twin tail lights with the
circular LED arrangement typical of Italian sports cars.
Tradition and innovation go together in the colour schemes too. The Breva V
1100 is available in Corsa red, the colour of Guzzi’s racing victories,
classical Guzzi black and sophisticated Sasso del Lario grey.
The pleasure of a comfortable ride.
An unexaggerated sports motorcycle, a tourer by heritage and a naked by
choice, the Breva V 1100 satisfies the needs of all riders, offering
unbeatable comfort on every trip. The sitting position is natural and
relaxed, thanks in part to a new engine position, higher and further forward
than before. Perfectly positioned handlebars, seat and footrests plus an
anatomically shaped tank and a clean, no-frills design do the rest. Even the
passenger can relax on a comfortable, wide seat with a practical rear grab
handle for a safe grip.
This tremendous comfort transforms into instant pleasure the moment the
Breva V 1100 starts to move. Perfect equilibrium and optimal weight
distribution enable the Breva to flick with incredible agility along winding
roads and through urban traffic, and an advanced suspension system smoothes
out the roughest road surfaces. The rear monoshock incorporates adjustments
for spring preload and rebound so that you can set up your suspension to
match load for maximum efficiency.
On longer journeys, you can appreciate the
excellent aerodynamics of the optional windshield, make full use of the
autonomy afforded by the 23 litre tank, and use the generous capacity
provided by the optional panniers and spacious under-seat storage
compartment to carry all your personal effects. The special pannier
mountings integrate perfectly into the overall design, maintaining the
Breva’s sleek lines when the luggage is not fitted.
Rider and machine are in constant, satisfying
communication, with the futuristic instrument panel as visual focal point.
Information is displayed on the active matrix LCD display, and the rider can
dialog with the on-board computer using hand grip controls without having to
take his hands off the handlebars. With Moto Guzzi, change is always for the
better.
Fun on all roads. The Breva V 1100 is a bike for all occasions,
agile and responsive around town, highly manoeuvrable on country roads and
rock steady on fast straights. The Breva’s handling is the result of
painstaking development and calibration of the frame and suspensions.
The high strength steel frame is incredibly rigid, as is the single sided
aluminium swingarm that incorporates the reactive shaft drive. The result is
precise, predictable handling, with instant response to rider input, and a
satisfyingly entertaining ride with real sports performance on tap.
The Breva V 1100 robust 45 mm fork with
spring preload adjustment maintains trajectories with total precision, and
the rear suspension eliminates all wobble out of bends and keeps the bike
glued to the road at all times.
The single sided swingarm, rising rate
linkages and monoshock with adjustable preload and rebound adapt perfectly
to all riding styles and road surfaces, and reactive shaft drive eliminates
the variations in rear end action typical of conventional systems
The Breva V 1100’s braking system deserves special mention, with its two
powerful 320 mm floating discs and 4 opposed piston calipers at the front
and single 282 mm disc with two parallel piston floating caliper at the
rear.
The Breva V 1100 has more than enough stopping power for total safety in
city traffic, unforeseen emergencies when touring, and last minute sports
braking.
Out of history, on to the road. We could, of course write a book about Moto Guzzi’s transverse V-Twin.
In fact, others already have. Many pages in the history of motorcycling are
dedicated to this tireless and super-reliable engine, rightly famous for its
easily recognised, thumping exhaust note, and for its easy-going docile
nature with mighty torque at low revs. But Moto Guzzi has no intention of
resting on its laurels. The Breva V 1100’s engine has been completely
renewed; only the shape is the same as before. A whole range of innovations
have been introduced to enhance ridability and to improve those essential
characteristics of all great Guzzis, control and smoothness.
Rider and motorcycle can establish an instant
rapport as a result. For example, the electronic fuel injection system
features a stepper motor to ensure consistent idling and easy starting in
all weather conditions. On the road, the system guarantees smooth and
controllable power delivery with minimised fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions. The new V-Twin complies with Euro 3 and CARB standards.
Twin spark ignition and injectors located
directly in the intake manifolds also improve combustion efficiency and
performance. Maximum power is 63 kW (86 HP) at 7,500 rpm and maximum torque
is 85 Nm at 6,800 rpm, impressive figures for any bike in this class.
A high cruising speed, elasticity and
stability of performance in all climates and at all altitudes are the strong
points of an engine that delivers pleasure and satisfaction at all times
rather than exaggerated performance for mere moments.
Totally new engine design.
If you know anything at all about Moto Guzzi engines, you cannot fail to see
the first major innovation. The alternator has moved from its classical
position in front of the crankshaft to a new location between the cylinders.
As a result, the engine is more compact and 4 cm shorter. This reduction in
size results in improved weight distribution and better balance. The new
alternator also puts out an impressive 540 W of power, so that you can use a
number of accessories at the same time without affecting battery recharging.
To maximise efficiency and energy saving, the alternator only generates
power when needed, thus eliminating unnecessary use of engine power.
All-new engine components.
The revolution in engine design starts right from the crankcase, which is
totally new. Even the con-rods are improved, and 10% lighter than before.
The ratio between con-rod length and piston stroke is also higher, to reduce
the inertia of alternating mass and keep vibrations down.
The pistons are lighter and shorter than before, and the new, lighter piston
rings are more efficient. The piston skirt has a new profile, and the
gudgeon pin is now lubricated by two oil jets. The old Klingerite cylinder
head gaskets have been replaced by more efficient metal gaskets for better
thermal transfer and more constant stud action.
In brief, the new engine is lighter, better lubricated and vibrates less,
for a more comfortable ride and better performance.
Superior performance from the word
go.
A stepper motor air valve (a solution derived from the automobile industry)
eliminates the need for a cold starting choke, and makes starting off uphill
or with a full load much easier, as well as stabilising idling speed and
helping to reduce emissions.
Pico injectors, installed in the intake manifolds as near as possible to the
valves improve combustion and engine responsiveness.
Twin spark ignition, now standard on many big bikes, ensures more even
combustion and smoother power, while also reducing vibrations. Not only is
the ride more comfortable as a result, but the emission levels demanded by
Euro 3 standards are achieved with ease.
Numerous improvements have been made to the valves too. The seats are now
sintered to ensure a constant tappet gap and the latest generation stainless
steel exhaust valves are fitted for improved temperature resistance, reduced
wear and extended life.
Greater reliability.
The crankcase, oil strainer and sump have all
been redesigned to improve lubrication efficiency. The new configuration
guarantees regular oil delivery under all conditions, especially during
fierce braking and acceleration. Maintenance is easier too, because the oil
filter is now external and instantly accessible.
If it doesn’t exist, we invent it.
Though prudent and rational, Carlo Guzzi had a real feeling for innovation.
Inside Moto Guzzi’s historical Mandello del Lario factory, Guzzi set up a
curious rig to test even the most extreme motorcycling solutions. The
“Exaggeration Tester” as he affectionately called it, permitted him to try
out even absurd ideas. As Carlo Guzzi often put it, “I know it won’t work,
but let’s try it in any case”.
If Carlo Guzzi had loved apparently
impossible challenges, some of the technical innovations that made his
marque one of the most famous in the world would probably have never come
about. “Reactive shaft drive” is the latest of these challenges, and your
first ride on a Breva V 1100 will tell you that it has been won hands down.
The patented CA.R.C. (Cardano Reattivo Compatto – Compact Reactive Drive
Shaft) system integrates the drive shaft inside the aluminium alloy
swingarm. The drive gear and the drive shaft are free to oscillate inside
the swing arm, and the shaft has a double cardan joint with built in
torsional dampers for smoothness and precision. This solution presents a
number of benefits: firstly the ‘anti-shaft’ lifting effect so typical of
conventional shaft drive systems is eliminated; secondly, the new system
allows a single piece swingarm to be used, improving overall rigidity;
finally, since the reaction rod is no longer a load bearing structure,
safety margins are improved too.
Once again Moto Guzzi technology offers
riders the tangible benefits of constant, smooth power, with none of the
jerking normally associated with shaft drives when the throttle is opened
and closed, yet with all the traditional advantages of cleanliness and
maintenance-free, silent running.
Moto Guzzi’s determination to improve both
comfort and performance has led to a completely redesigned gearbox too. The
helical gear primary drive is now mounted on the clutch shaft and there is
just one driven shaft. The new box also features an indexed gear selector
with a sliding action desmodromic preselector. The result is a reduction in
weight of over 2 kg compared to the old 6 speed box. The new unit is also
extremely silently, finds neutral effortlessly, delivers super-slick changes
and compares favourably with the best international competition.
The new Moto Guzzi range.
Every trip is a journey.
The journey is more important
than the destination. The knee-down excursion on tortuous roads, the
leisurely cruise across the continent in company, even the simplest
commuting between home and office all have a common denominator - the
pleasure of riding your motorcycle, soothed by the throb of the 90° V-Twin,
in the seat of the maximum expression of technology and Italian creativity.
The new range reflects this idea and applies it to all the facets of
motorcycling today.
The custom segment has always
expressed the purest and most direct essence of freedom and is well
represented by the Nevada 750 Classic and California Classic, two
motorcycles immune to the passage of time.
The naked segment is also
fierce, with the Breva 750, agile and robust as a genuine Moto Guzzi, its
big sister the Breva 1100, attractive and fun to ride.
Completing the picture is the
extraordinary Griso 1100, a flash of originality and passion to be enjoyed
down to the last drop.
Every future trip on the back of
a Moto Guzzi will not just be a pleasure, but also more "cleaner", with the
Euro3 engines fitted on the entire range.
All Moto Guzzi motorcycles
include a 2 year factory warranty and 24-hour Roadside Assistance. With our
factory warranty and roadside service you can ride with the peace of mind
knowing that help and service is just a phone call away. Please see your
local dealer for more details.