Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 - 1996 Specifications and Reviews

The 1996 Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 is a capable adventure tourer suited for riders seeking long-distance comfort and versatility. Its air-cooled 950cc V-twin delivers smooth, manageable power with strong low-end torque ideal for varied terrain. Known for reliability and Italian styling, the Quota excels at combining on-road refinement with genuine off-road capability.

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General information

CategoryEnduro / offroad
Year1996
ModelMoto Guzzi Quota 1000

Engine and Transmission Specifications

Gearbox5-speed
Cooling systemAir
StarterElectric
Valves per cylinder2
Torque84.30
Power70.00
Stroke4
Engine typeV2
Capacity:950.00 ccm (57.97 cubic inches)
 
 

Physical measures and capacities

Seat height850 mm (33.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Dry weight248.0 kg (546.7 pounds)

Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 dimensions and frame

Rear brakesSingle disc
Front brakesDual disc
 
 

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2823 HP/kg

Other specs

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Performance Profile & Rider Fit

70 hp
Peak Power
6s
0-60 mph

Best For

Track20%
City45%
Cornering50%
Daily Riding55%
Touring80%
Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best ForBest suited to riders with some prior big-bike experience, as the Quota's weight and tall stance reward a confident, deliberate riding style.
PurposeBuilt as a big-bore adventure tourer, it favors long-distance comfort and mild off-road capability over outright speed or sharp handling.
Rider FitAt 248 kg dry with an 850 mm seat height, shorter or less experienced riders may find it demanding at low speeds and when maneuvering off-road.
CharacterThe air-cooled V-twin delivers relaxed, torquey power with the classic Moto Guzzi shaft-drive feel rather than aggressive performance.
Not Ideal ForNot the right choice for riders seeking sharp cornering agility, racetrack speed, or a lightweight, nimble off-road machine.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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1996 Moto Guzzi Quota 1000 Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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Feet:

At 850mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 1996 Moto Guzzi Quota 1000, with a cramped knee angle of around 75 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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