Moto Guzzi can often be considered an Italian-flavored BMW. Excelling at rapid, long distance transport, Guzzi V-twins are well know – legendary even – for their bulletproof longevity; just like the German boxer twins. Think of today’s V65 as a pepperoni flavored bratwurst of the R65 variety. Pairing a basic air-cooled, two-valve approach that mimics the BMW (but with a 90 degree twist) with a stout 5-speed tranny, dry clutch and shaft drive (all like the BMW), the Guzzi takes a pretty standard approach to existence.
1984 Moto Guzzi V65SP for sale on eBay
The V65 moniker applies to the capacity of the bike – in this case 650cc (643cc to be exact). The engine itself is a bored and stroked version of the V50, but still decidedly over-square like both is smaller as well as larger bretheren. As stated above, breathing is done via two valve heads, fed by a pair of Dell’Orto carbs. Compression was set at 10:1, netting 50-ish horsepower at 7,000 RPM. But don’t expect drag race performance or two stroke revs out of this old Goose; modest HP, tractor-like power delivery and nearly 400 pounds of weight (wet) do not a rocket ship make. But if you just want to chug out the miles, this could well be your dream ride.
From the seller:
Up for your consideration, a beautifully kept 1984 V65SP with 10,100 miles.
We recently preformed a complete engine out service to replace the notoriously week stock clutch. At that time we also replaced all rubber bits and other items that should be replaced when doing a major service. The carbs have been tuned perfectly to the air filters and aftermarket exhaust. This bike sound great…
Tires were also replace recently with Pirelli Sport Demons.Truly a beautiful, lightweight Italian masterpiece on two wheels.
This particular machine looks pretty good for an older girl. The paint is claimed to be original and does show well in the photographed light. The running gear has been serviced to a large extent, including a new clutch and a carb balance – the latter which is mandatory to quell some of the lumpy action of the Guzzi vee arrangement. The exhaust has been replaced with aftermarket, but the rest of the bike appears is as Guzzi intended, which is to say overbuilt and good to go for the next few decades of regular use. This bike has some serious character. The half fairing looks to provide some good wind protection, and the factory lowers help protect rider legs while also ducting cooling air over the cylinders and heads. Take that BMW! This 1984 Moto Guzzi V65SP has had few bids yet remains a bargain at time of writing. If you are looking for something interesting, this might be right up your alley. Stay safe and good luck!!
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