Moto Guzzi 850 GT
Model / year V 850 GT / 1972-1974
Engine 4-stroke 90 degree V-twin 83 x 78 mm / 844 cc
Compression ratio 9.2:1
Output 51 hp at 6000 rpm
Cylinder head light alloy with valve seat inserts
Cylinder light alloy with chrome bores
Valve arrangement inclined overhead
Valve gear push rod and rocker arm
Ignition coil
Carburettor Dell'Orto VHB 29 CD, VHB 29 CS
Lubrication geared pressure pump
Clutch dry dual plate type
Gearbox foot-change 5-speed constant-mesh
Transmission primary, gears: final drive. shaft
Frame tubular duplex cradle
Wheelbase 1470 mm
Front suspension teledraulic fork
Rear suspension swinging arm with teledraulic dampers
Wheels cast light allov with WM 3/2.15 x 18 rims
Tyres 4.00 - 18"
Brakes expansion typerfront, manual with 4 shoes; rear, pedal
Weight 253 kgs
Max speed approx. 180 km/h
Normal consumption (Cuna stds.) 6.5 litres per 100 kms
Fuel tank capacity 22.5 litres
Lubricani capacity 3 litres