Highlights

One of only 950 built, with this example approximately a third of the way through production
UK-registered from new
Gearbox refurbished by marque specialist Nigel Billingsley of NBS
Various documents and invoices available for much of the work carried out

The Appeal

The Moto Guzzi 750S3 represents a refined evolution of the S series, powered by the characterful longitudinal V-twin and featuring Guzzi's renowned linked braking system and shaft drive. With only 950 examples produced, it is a genuinely rare motorcycle that commands attention among Guzzi enthusiasts and Italian bike collectors alike.

This 1976 example has been a UK bike from new and shows 47,273 miles on the clock. It has benefited from considerable mechanical attention over the years, as outlined in The Detail section below. The engine and linked brake system remain standard, the vendor describes the latter as amazing. Period Lafranconi exhaust pipes have been fitted, though the original shark fin pipes are available should the next owner prefer a factory-correct appearance. The bike is currently set up with aftermarket rearsets and a LeMans top yoke with flat bars, but all original items are included. The vendor describes this as a working bike rather than a show queen, one that, they say, runs well, is easy to live with, and has never let them down. Viewings are welcome.

Key Information

Mileage: 47,273 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
MOT status: exempt
Technical specs: 748cc air-cooled V-twin engine (53 hp) paired with a 5-speed manual transmission
Paperwork: documents and invoices available for much of the work carried out
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The Detail

Top end overhaul carried out
Timing tensioner replaced
Gearbox refurbished by Nigel Billingsley of NBS
Universal joint replaced along with gearbox output seal and bearing
New carburettor jets and needles fitted
Front and rear wheel bearings replaced
Period Lafranconi exhaust pipes fitted; original shark fin pipes available
Fitted with aftermarket rearsets and LeMans top yoke with flat bars; original top yoke, bars, and pegs included
Seat is a replacement as the original deteriorated before the current owner's tenure
Engine and linked brake system remain standard
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