Bike Models 2012: Moto Gzzi Griso Motorcycles Review & Pictures

Moto Gzzi Griso Motorcycle

MAIN CHARACTERISTICS
DESIGN
- 8V logo and new Moon White colour scheme.
- New handlebars in black anodised aluminium.
- New sports style saddle.
- New streamlined bodywork.
- Racing footpegs.
- “Quattrovalvole” full black powertrain.
ENGINE
- 1200 V 90° “Quattrovalvole” twin
- Single overhead cam per head with hydraulically operated valves.
- Single plate clutch
- New exhaust system with two-into-one coiled pipes.
- New block with integrated front bearings.
- New valves with 5 mm stems
- New 55% stiffer crankshaft.
- New 3 segment Asso forged pistons.
- New conical valve springs
- Independent self-contained oil cooled heads
- Pistons cooled by oil jets.
- New oil cooler pump with overpressure valve.
- New coaxial oil lubrication pump with cooling pump.
- Gear driven timing shaft and oil pump.
- New type of con rod bearings.
- Silent “Morse” camshaft chains.
- Hydraulic chain tensioners and rollers.
- New 50 mm throttle body.
- New Marelli IWP 189 injectors.
- Noise reducing “floating” rocker covers.
- “Reactive” shaft drive transmission
- 6-speed gearbox.
- Euro 3
FRAME
- High tensile steel tubular twin cradle
- Upside down 43 mm pre-load adjustable hydraulic front forks with mounting for radial calipers.
- Pre-load and rebound adjustable shock absorber
- Rear suspension with single progressive swingarm adjustment
- Front brakes with 320 mm perforated wave discs and 4 (opposed) piston calipers.
- Rear 282 mm disc with floating caliper fitted with 2 parallel pistons
- Rear tyre 180/55/17
- Front tyre 120/70/17

ACCESSORIES. There is only one Griso
No two riders are the same. For this reason, Moto Guzzi has created a range of accessories designed to customise their machines and let them reflect their owners.
Fly screen
The addition of an elegant Plexiglass fly screen makes the Griso 8V even more fascinating and sophisticated and adds to aerodynamic efficiency. The fly screen has been tested in a wind tunnel and assures increased comfort on long distance journeys Thanks to solid its construction using the best of materials, the screen easily passed the strict TÜV and DOT tests.
Carbon fibre starter motor cover
The carbon fibre starter motor cover, made in collaboration with CarbonDream®, is cured in an autoclave then polished.
It ensures both a significant weight saving and an even sportier look.
Carbon fibre heat shield
The carbon fibre heat shield made, in collaboration with CarbonDream®, is cured in an autoclave then polished.
It ensures both a significant weight saving and an even sportier look.
Carbon fibre front mudguard
The carbon fibre front mudguard, made in collaboration with CarbonDream®, is cured in an autoclave then polished. It ensures both a significant weight saving and an even sportier look.
Carbon fibre instrument panel
The carbon fibre instrument panel, made in collaboration with CarbonDream®, is cured in an autoclave then polished. It ensures both a significant weight saving and an even sportier look.

LIFESTYLE. The distinction of a Griso
A range of accessories for those that not only ride but live the Griso every day with items ranging from glasses to leathers.
Griso 8 V glasses
These new Griso 8V glasses that feature aluminium and magnesium frames are extremely light (less than 25 grammes) and have polycarbonate lenses and flexible arms with a concealed mechanism.
Sports leathers
A racket and trousers combination created in collaboration with Dainese. The suit is made from precious cowhide and is sealed against the elements by zips. There are composite material protective pads on the forearms, elbows, shoulders, knees and shins and knee sliders are available. The jacket has a removable thermal lining. The sections for knee sliders are covered with cowhide. Available in black with anthracite inserts.

North American Specifications

2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V
MSRP: $0

Model not available in North America. See Griso 1100 version.

Europe Specifications

2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V

ENGINE
Type: Four-stroke V 90 twin
Cooling: Air and oil cooled with independent cooling pump
Capacity: 1,151cc
Bore and stroke: 95 x 81.2 mm
Compression ratio: 11:1
Timing diagram (play 1 mm):Intake valve opening 36° before upper TDC. Intake valve closing 62° after lower TDC. Exhaust valve opening 58° before lower TDC. Exhaust valve closing 30° after upper TDC. Measured with rocker arm/valve play of 1.5 mm.
Maximum power output: Over 80.8 kW (110 CV) at 7,500 rpm
Max Torque: Over 108 Nm at 6,400 rpm
Fuel supply/ignition: Multipoint sequential electronic injection, Magneti Marelli IAW 5A phased, alfa-n system; 2 x Ø50 mm throttle bodies with Weber IWP 189 injectors, Lambda probe.
Starter: Electric
Spark plugs: NGK PMR8B (Long Life)
Exhaust system: Stainless steel two-into-one 3-way catalysed with Lambda probe.
Homologation: Euro 3

TRANSMISSION
Gearbox: 6 speed
Gear ratios:
1st 17/38 = 1 : 2.235
2nd 20/34 = 1 : 1.700
3rd 23/31 = 1 : 1.348
4th 26/29 = 1 : 1.115
5th 31/30 = 1 : 0.968
6th 29/25 = 1 : 0.862
Lubrication: Oil bath
Primary drive: Helicoidal gears, ratio 26/35 = 1 : 1.346
Final drive: CA.R.C reactive drive; double universal joint with floating bevel gear, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3,666
Clutch: Single plate with integrated flexible couplings

FRAME
Frame: High tensile steel tubular twin cradle
Wheelbase: 1,554 mm
Rake: 108 mm
Steering rake: 26.30°
Steering angle: 34°
Front suspension: Upside down Ø 43 mm fully adjustable forks (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression) with mounting for radial calipers.
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension: Progressive single swingarm, fully adjustable monoshock with separate gas reservoir (spring preload and hydraulic for rebound and compression).
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm
Front brakes: Twin floating 320 mm stainless steel wave discs, radial calipers with 4 opposed pistons.
Rear brakes: Single 282 mm fixed stainless steel disc, floating caliper with 2 parallel pistons.
Wheels: Three-spoked aluminium alloy
Front wheel: 3.50” x 17”
Rear wheel: 5.50” x 17”
Front tyre: 120/70 ZR17”
Rear tyre: 180/55 ZR17”

ELECTRICS
Voltage: 12 V
Battery: 12 V – 18 Ah
Alternator: 12 V – 550 W

DIMENSIONS
Length: 2,260 mm
Width: 830 mm
Height: 1,070 mm
Saddle height: 800 mm
Minimum ground clearance: 185 mm
Dry weight: 222 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 16.7 litres
Reserve: 3.3 litres

Technical data specified above for the Moto Guzzi GRISO 8V may be changed without prior notice.

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