| | | | First Look : Moto Guzzi Bellagio | Written: 04/04/2007 : 16:07. Read 21144 times (26/day). | The new Moto Guzzi Bellagio is the name of a place known the world over for its beauty combined with the free spirit of those that revel in motorcycling.
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 The New Bellagio is one of Moto Guzzi’s most powerful naked bike. Other indicators are seen in the presence of the progressive rear suspension system, in the Brembo floating caliper brake system that acts on twin 320 mm discs, in the rear shock absorber and the fully adjustable forks. The spoked wheels, drag bar, rear-set saddle and forward positioned footpegs are just a few examples of the details of a style that concentrates weight on the rear wheel giving the impression of a bike that is fixed to the ground, ready to take off at the twist of the wrist. The new 940 cc engine is docile and vibration-free, it puts out power and torque from low revs. 
Design draws from the American “power cruiser” style, it has a very European look with detail touches of sophistication that are pure Italian. Other allusions to traditional custom design include the pulled back handlebars, the forward positioned footpegs, the two-up saddle astride the rear mudguard, and the plentiful chrome detailing offset by the coal black colour scheme. Moto Guzzi style abounds on the Bellagio, beginning with the transverse 90° V-twin engine representing the key to the design.  Other components include the powerful brakes which, by tradition, are generously sized, and the twin overlapping silencers.
A custom bike with the soul of a naked.
Behind the agility and manoeuvrability of the Bellagio lies a secret. An unprecedented tubular steel twin cradle frame connected to an aluminium swingarm housing a reactive shaft drive system.  Together, these components provide great structural rigidity. This ability is due to its suspension system that incorporates adjustable 45 mm forks and a progressive rear swingarm featuring an adjustable shock absorber. This combination is made for a neutral behaviour entering and exiting corners, under acceleration from the 75 CV engine and under braking delivered by Brembo calipers acting on perforated 320 mm discs.
Engine and Transmission :
The engine layout is the traditional transverse V 90 twin but its cubic capacity and character are new elements which give the Bellagio its character. The engine bore and stroke are 95 and 66 mm respectively.  This provides a cubic capacity of 935.6 cc and the engine delivers 75 CV at 7,200 rpm. The power curve is even and maximum torque of 8 Kgm is provided at 6,700 rpm. Eighty percent of the torque is available between 2,800 and 4,800 rpm. Performance is further enhanced by other technical additions like twin spark plugs and having the injectors positioned directly over the inlet manifolds.  The alternator is positioned between the cylinders. This makes the engine more compact. Lightened piston rods, pistons and rings help reduce weight and sintered valve guides improve smoothness and increased resistance to wear. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via the CA.R.C. system (the Moto Guzzi patented “reactive” shaft drive). This transmission system, which is an integral part of the light aluminium swingarm, always offers a smooth precise response with none of the jerkiness often encountered on shaft drive systems.  The anti-shaft effect has also been eliminated, and the individual CA.R.C. format permits a single-sided swingarm design to be employed which also adds to overall rigidity.
This Moto Guzzi Bellagio is beautiful, and I think it will be well integrated in the new Guzzi range. It is traditionnal but always with this Italian's sportivity touch. Well play. Price in Europe : € 11.400 (15.245 USD).  (ouch!)
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MOTO GUZZI BELLAGIO. Technical Data
Engine : Four-stroke V 90 twin Cooling Air cooled Capacity 935.6 cc Bore and stroke 95 x 66 mm Compression ratio 10 Timing 2 valves per cylinder commanded by light alloy cam acting on rocker arm and mechanical tappets Intake valve opening 24 ° before upper TDC. Intake valve closing 52 ° after lower TDC. Exhaust valve opening 54 ° before lower TDC. Exhaust valve closing 22 ° after upper TDC. Timing diagram measured with rocker arm/valve play Maximum power output 55 KW at 7,200 rpm Max Torque 78 Nm at 6,000 rpm Fuel supplì Multipoint sequential electronic injection, Magneti Marelli IAW phased, alfa-n system; 2 Ø 40 mm throttle bodies with Weber IW 031 injectors Starter Electric Ignition Digital electronic with Magneti Marelli IAW 15RC inductive discharge Exhaust system 2 stainless steel pipes connected to 1 expansion chamber connected to two chromed steel silencers; 3-way catalyser with Lambda probe. Homologation Euro 3
Transmission : Gearbox 6 speed – constantly engaged cogs with integrated flexible couplings Gear ratios : 1st 17/38 = 1 : 2.235 2nd 20/34 = 1 : 1.7 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 Forced lubrication with lobe pump and pressure regulator Primary drive Helicoidal gears, ratio 24/35 = 1 : 1.458 Final drive Shaft drive, ratio 12/44 = 1 : 3.667 Clutch Dry mechanically operated twin plate
Frame : Very rigid high tensile steel tubular twin cradle Wheelbase 1,570 mm Rake 165 mm Steering angle 28° Front suspension Marzocchi Ø 45 mm adjustable front forks Front wheel travel 140 mm Rear suspension Single swingarm with progressive action – single rebound adjustable shock absorber with easy to operate pre-load setting knob Rear wheel travel 120 mm Front brakes Twin floating 320 mm stainless steel discs, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel pistons. Rear brakes Single 282 mm fixed stainless steel disc, floating Brembo calipers with 2 parallel pistons. Wheels Spoked aluminium alloy (tubeless) Front wheel 3.5” x 18” Rear wheel 5.5” x 17” Front tyre 120/70 ZR 18 M/C (59W) TL Roadtec Z6 Rear tyre 180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL Roadtec Z6
Electrics : Voltage 12 V Battery 12 V – 18 Ah Alternator 12 V - 350 W
Dimensions : Length 2,270 mm Width 890 mm Height 1,310 mm Saddle height 780 mm Minimum ground clearance 150 mm Dry weight 224 kg Fuel tank capacity 19 litres Reserve 4 litres
ACCESSORIES : Tank bags Compact tank bag Fly screen Touring Saddlebag
Technical data specified above for the Bellagio may be changed without prior notice.
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