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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS Review

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS

STYLISH TOURING…

Fitted with the latest version of the 8v Twin-cylinder engine and a substantial level of new components. The New Norge GT 8v has been developed for enhanced comfort, performance and handling.

First class travel with the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V 
 
Fitted with the latest version of the 8v Twin-cylinder engine and a substantial level of new components. The New Norge GT 8v has been developed for enhanced comfort, performance and handling.  

Boasting the careful attention paid to achieve a more silent and smooth running of the engine, whilst tweaking the electronic control, timing system, cooling and exhaust system. The Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V ABS features a brand new integrated ignition and injection ECU which now exploits the signals sent by the two lambda probes to guarantee adequate feeding throughout the entire combustion cycle, improving response to the throttle control, mid range power delivery further to consumptions and emissions.

The oil radiator is fitted on the lower fairing lug and has a thermostat-controlled electric fan that keeps the temperature of the lubricant within the ideal range, whilst the muffler is now larger, reducing the noise level and increasing midrange torque. The engine now boasts a maximum torque of over 104 Nm delivered at a mere 5,500 rpm and easily reaches a peak in output of over 102 Hp.
  
This fascinating touring now has a twin transverse 90 ° V-series “Quattrovalvole” enging, the most powerful among the family of engines produced in Mandello Lario  and has now reached the peak of its technical and performance specification.

Named in celebration of a Moto Guzzi’s 4000-mile journey to the Arctic Circle in 1928, the Moto Guzzi Norge GT 8V is born to satisfy the driving pleasure without giving up comfort: fast and exciting to ride like a street bike, comfortable and safe just as a touring bike. The Norge GT 8V that boasts 1200cc’s, 102 HP and standard touring essentials such as heated grips, electrically adjustable windscreen, side bags and ABS.

 

 

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS Key Features

New components include 
 
• New forks and rear shock for improved handling and corner stability, even while fully loaded 
• New electrically adjusted windshield 
• New 8v engine with more torque and power: 104Nm torque@ 5,500 and 102bhp. 
• New fairing with improved wind protection and noise reduction for rider and pillion 
• Easier to read instrument panel with trip computer, re-positioned closer to rider 
• Anti slip seat with body forming foam for rider and pillion comfort 
• Factory fitted centre stand with improved lever arm design 
• Vibration damping footrests 

 

 

2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS Features and Benefits

New Saddle design for improved comfort and with a 810mm seat height

New Riding position and vibration insulation handlebars

New Firmer sports touring rear suspension

Latest Evolution “quattrovalvole” 1200cc 90° V-Twin engine for more torque, more power, smoother and even quieter.

All new ABS electronic braking system with 320mm discs

All new fairing for imporved rider protection from the elements with electically controlled windscreen and reduced wind noise.

New 45mm front foks with adjustable preloading

 

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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS – USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $16,290 USA

ENGINE
Type 90° V-shaped twin cylinder, four-stroke, air cooled
Displacement 1,151 cc
Max output 102 HP at 7,000 rpm
Max torque 76.7 ft lbs at 5500 rpm
Exhaust system stainless steel with central equalizer and with 3-way catalytic converter with two Lambda probes (Euro 3)

TRANSMISSION
Gearbox 6-speed
Final drive CARC compact reactive cardan shaft drive system; double cardan joint and floating bevel gear set, drive ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.666

CHASSIS, SUSPENSION AND BRAKES
Front suspension telescopic hydraulic fork with 45 mm stanchions and adjustable spring preload
Rear suspension single arm with progressive linkage and monoshock with adjustable rebound and ergonomic dial for setting preload
Front brake dual 320 mm stainless steel floating discs and calipers with 4 horizontally opposed pistons – ABS
Rear brake 282 mm stainless steel fixed disc, floating calliper with 2 parallel pistons – ABS
Tires 120/70 ZR17″ (front) – 180/55 ZR17″ (rear)

DIMENSIONS
Max length 86.4 inches (2,195 mm)
Max width 34.25 inches (870 mm)
Height 44.2 inches (1,125 mm)
Saddle height 31.9 inches (810 mm) (-1.2 inch/30mm with lowered gel saddle available as an option)
Dry weight 566 pounds (257 Kg)
Fuel tank capacity 6 gallons (23 liters) (including 1 gallon/4 liter reserve)

 

 

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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS – Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
Canada MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in CDN

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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS – UK/Europe Specifications/Technical Details
UK/European MSRP Price: £11,799

Engine 90 ° V-twin, 4 stroke
Capacity 1151 cc
Max power 75 kW (102 hp) at 7,000 rpm
Max torque 104 Nm at 5500 rpm
Exhaust system Stainless steel, with central clearing in 3-way catalytic converter with dual oxygen sensor (Euro 3).
Gear 6-speed
Final drive (Shaft) Compact Reactive Shaft CA.RC; double universal joint with oating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1: 3.666
Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork, Ø 45 mm, preload adjustable
Rear suspension Single arm suspension with progressive linkage, rear shock absorber adjustable in rebound and pre
load adjustment for ergonomic
Front brake Double stainless steel oating disc, Ø 320 mm, opposed 4-piston calipers – abs
Rear brake Stainless steel disk, Ø 282 mm, oating caliper with 2 parallel pistons – abs
Tyres 120/70 ZR17 (F) – 180/55 ZR17 (R)
Max length 2195mm
Max width 870mm
Height 1125mm
Seat height 810mm
Dry weight 255kg
Fuel tank capacity 23 litres (4 litre reserve)

 

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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS – Australian Specifications/Technical Details
AU MSRP Price: See dealer for pricing in AUD

Engine
90’ V TWIN, SOHC, 4 VALVES PER CYLINDER, AIR/OIL COOLED, 4 STROKE.
Capacity 1151CC
Power 75KW (102HP)
Torque 104NM (76FT LBS)
Gear Box 6 SPEED transmission.
rider assist two channel continental ABS.
Front Brakes DUAL Ø 320MM ROTORS, DUAL 4 SPOT OPPOSED PISTON CALIPERS.
Rear Brakes SINGLE Ø 282MM ROTOR, SINGLE 2 SPOT FLOATING CALIPER.
Front Suspension 45MM FORKS, ADJUSTABLE SPRING PRELOAD.
Rear Suspension
SINGLE SIDE SWING ARM, MONOSHOCK WITH ADJUSTABLE SPRING
PRELOAD AND REBOUND DAMPING.
Wheels FRONT: 3.5 x 17” REAR: 5.5 x 17”
Front Tyre 120/70/ZR17
Rear Tyre 180/55/ZR17
Dry Weight 257KG
Seat Height 810MM
Tank Capacity (include reserve)
23L (4L RESEREVE)

 

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2013 Moto Guzzi Norge 1200GT 8V ABS – Italy Specifications/Technical Details
Italian MSRP Price: €16,090 EUR

Motore bicilindrico a V di 90°, 4 tempi, rareddato ad aria
Cilindrata 1.151 cc
Potenza max 75 KW (102 CV) a 7.000 giri/minuto
Coppia max 104 Nm a 5500 giri/minuto
Impianto di scarico in acciaio inox, con compensatore centrale catalizzato a 3 vie doppia sonda Lambda (Euro 3)
Cambio 6 marce
Trasmissione nale Cardano Reattivo Compatto CA.R.C.; doppio giunto di cardano e coppia conica
ottante, rapporto 12/44 = 1 : 3,666
Sospensione anteriore forcella telescopica idraulica, Ø 45 mm, regolabile nel precarico molla
Sospensione posteriore monobraccio con leveraggio progressivo, mono ammortizzatore regolabile in estensione
e con manopola ergonomica per la regolazione del precarico
Freno anteriore doppio disco ottante in acciaio inox, Ø 320 mm, pinze a 4 pistoncini contrapposti – abs
Freno posteriore disco sso in acciaio inox, Ø 282 mm, pinza ottante a 2 pistoncini paralleli – abs
Pneumatici 120/70 ZR17” (ant.) – 180/55 ZR17” (post.)
Lunghezza max 2.195 mm
Larghezza max 870 mm
Altezza 1.125 mm
Altezza sella 810 mm- (-30mm con sella ribassata in gel disponibile in opzione)
Peso a secco 257 kg
Capacità serbatoio 23 litri (riserva 4 litri)
Norge 1200 GT 8V

 

Specifications, features and prices to change by manufacturer without notice. All information correct as of posted date.