Moto Guzzi Ippogrifo V7 - 1997 Specifications and Reviews
The 1997 Moto Guzzi Ippogrifo V7 is a lightweight naked bike powered by an air-cooled 750cc V-twin engine delivering 58 horsepower. Its approachable character, low seat height, and manageable weight make it ideal for riders seeking authentic Italian styling with easy everyday usability. Known for its classic design and reliable shaft-drive transmission, it appeals to those valuing simplicity and heritage over raw performance.
1997
General information | |
| Category | Naked bike |
| Year | 1997 |
| Model | Moto Guzzi Ippogrifo V7 |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Torque | 70.00 Nm (7.1 kgf-m or 51.6 ft.lbs) @ 5500 |
| Power | 58.00 |
| Engine type | V2, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 750.00 ccm (45.77 cubic inches) |
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Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Seat height | 770 mm (30.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.3222 HP/kg |
| Dry weight | 180.0 kg (396.8 pounds) |
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Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Electric |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
48 hp
Peak Power
6.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track20%
City55%
Cornering50%
Daily Riding65%
Touring55%
Passenger45%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This bike suits a rider with at least some experience who appreciates a classic, low-stress V-twin rather than raw performance. |
| Purpose | It's built as a relaxed, character-driven naked roadster for everyday riding and mellow backroad cruising rather than outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | A modest 182 kg dry weight and low-ish seat height make it manageable for riders of average build and shorter inseams. |
| Character | It has an old-school Moto Guzzi soul, with shaft-drive simplicity, torquey low-end V-twin pull, and understated air-cooled charm over aggressive sportiness. |
| Not Ideal For | This is not the right bike for riders chasing high speed, track performance, or serious off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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