What category is the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Category of Sport touring.

What is the engine size of the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Capacity: of 948.00 ccm (57.85 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III have?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Engine type of V2.

What is the engine power of the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Power of 71.00.

Is the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Cooling system of Air.

How many gears does the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III have?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III weigh?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Weight incl. oil, gas, etc of 268.0 kg (590.8 pounds).

What is the top speed of the 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III?

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III has a Top speed of 185.0 km/h (115.0 mph).

Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III - 1991 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III
Brand: Moto Guzzi

The 1991 Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III is a sport-touring middleweight powered by an air-cooled 948cc V-twin producing 71 horsepower. Its shaft drive and relaxed ergonomics suit riders seeking classic Italian character with practical everyday usability. Known for reliable, accessible performance and distinctive transverse engine presence rather than outright speed.

⇄ Compare against another bike 📅 All Years

1991

1990

1989

❮❯

Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III 1991 11720 Thumb

Add/Upload pictures for this motorcycle

General information
Category	Sport touring
Year	1991
Model	Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission typefinal drive	Shaft drive (cardan)
Gearbox	5-speed
Cooling system	Air
Fuel control	OHV
Valves per cylinder	2
Bore x stroke	88.0 x 78.0 mm (3.5 x 3.1 inches)
Compression	9.5:1
Power	71.00
Stroke	4
Engine type	V2
Capacity:	948.00 ccm (57.85 cubic inches)
Physical measures and capacities
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc	268.0 kg (590.8 pounds)

Moto Guzzi V 1000 SP III dimensions and frame
Rear brakes	Single disc
Front brakes	Dual disc
Rear tyre dimensions	120/90-18
Front tyre dimensions	100/90-18
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Fuel capacity	22.50 litres (5.94 gallons)

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

71 hp

Peak Power

5.8s

0-60 mph

115 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track30%

City45%

Cornering55%

Daily Riding60%

Touring75%

Passenger65%

Rider Profile

Best For	Best suited to riders with some experience who appreciate the quirks of a shaft-driven, transverse V-twin with old-school handling traits.
Purpose	Built for relaxed sport touring, blending long-distance comfort with reasonably spirited backroad performance rather than outright speed.
Rider Fit	A substantial, moderately heavy machine that rewards deliberate, confident inputs rather than quick flicks, though its weight is manageable once moving.
Character	A classic Italian sport tourer with a torquey air-cooled V2 engine, shaft drive smoothness, and distinctive mechanical character over refinement.
Not Ideal For	Not a good fit for riders seeking modern sportbike agility, cutting-edge power, or any off-road capability.

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