2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Scura
Miles: 14,567
Clean California Title
Starting Bid: $5,000
Auction ends: June 4th, 2024
Moto Guzzi V11s are pretty rare bikes in general, and the Scura or “dark” edition seen here was produced in an edition of just 600, making this, like last week’s Coppa Italia, a very rare beast. Updates to the platform for the Scura included a titanium-nitrided Öhlins fork up front, a fully-adjustable Öhlins shock out back, and an Öhlins steering damper, as well as a bunch of carbon-fiber panels. The bike used Guzzi’s familiar and uh… thoroughly developed two-valve, fuel-injected and electronically-ignited v-twin that displaced 1064cc, although performance was unchanged from previous V11 models. I doubt the carbon fiber shaves much weight of the 482lbs dry machine, but the 91hp on tap is plenty to have fun with and the booming exhaust note sure makes it sound fast. Handling is excellent for a relatively heavy bike with roots in the 1970s, and the six-speed box helps modernize the experience somewhat, compared to the previous five-speed unit used in the Sport 1100 that was often referred to as being “agricultural.” The shaft drive and longitudinal crankshaft do influence the bike’s handling, but you quickly adapt to it and the bike’s other idiosyncrasies.
Thanks for viewing my auction. You are looking at a 2002 Moto Guzzi V11 Scura. This is a limited edition motorbike and this one is #600 I believe out of 700 total (send me a message if the total production number is different than what I’ve stated and I will correct the description).
This Scura is structurally sound, never wrecked or dropped, but it is not a show bike as it has ~14k miles on the clock and for the past couple years it has been in my garage covered under a quilted blanket and not ridden. It does have some paint fading which was like this when I acquired it from the previous owner in Cardiff By The Sea. I suspect he must have kept it outside on occasion but it has been an indoor cat ever since I’ve had it (purchased in February 2021). Engine runs fine but please plan on going through the bike before taking it out for a ride as Italian bikes really seem to hate being ignored even for brief periods let alone a couple years. Expect to change fluids even though the last oil/filter change has less than 200miles on it. Brake fluids were also changed around the same time. Plan to go through any rubber parts/hoses to make sure there is no cracking. Clutch was already upgraded from the fragile lightweight stock version. Roper plate is installed. Previous owner changed the brake reservoir to aftermarket aluminum version which is really nice but not stock. Will need new tires. These ones look fine but probably should be replaced based on age. Tank bag is well used but functions fine and is included. Extras: carbon fiber alternator cover, Scura decal in case you want to refinish the rear cowl where the paint is faded. This is something I had planned to do but never got around to doing. Cylinder head covers are custom. If I can locate the stock ones they will be included as well.
This bike has many more years and thousands of miles of fun in it yet but I’m just not riding anymore and need to pass it on to the next enthusiast. I’m selling a bunch of bikes so please see my other items for sale. You are welcome to come and see this bike in person on the central coast of California just off thePacific Coast Highway south of Pismo Beach.
This Moto Guzzi V11 Scura will obviously need a bit of work to get it back into shape. After just a couple years, I’d guess most of the seals and rubber hoses will probably be okay… but new owners should be prepared for all kinds of potential leaks and failures, just to be safe, and a thorough inspection is probably a good idea. Fortunately, most of that can be done by a handy home mechanic, as the Guzzi is a relatively simple machine to work on. Certainly, valve adjustments should be a snap! The faded carbon and less than perfect paint will obviously not impede riding it, although you could obviously restore it to showroom condition and hope it appreciates in value. But it probably makes more sense to just get it running reliably and enjoy it.
-tad
