Highlights

Finished in factory-correct ‘Rosso’
Limited number 137 of 200
OEM Veglia Borletti speedometer and tachometer
Odometer reading of 42,593 km
Described as “superb original condition”

The Appeal

Few motorcycles feel quite like a Moto Guzzi. The 1100 Sport Corsa pairs a sporting fairing with the air-cooled V-twin and shaft drive that give the marque its character, and it offers something quite different from a modern superbike. It’s a mechanical, tactile and wonderfully analogue way to ride, with a look that’s unmistakably Italian.

This example was first registered on 27 August 1998 and is finished in Rosso, with an indicated 42,593 km. Its 1,064cc V-twin breathes through Weber-Marelli fuel injection and drives the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox, lightweight flywheel and clutch.

The vendor describes it as being in “superb original condition”, with “some tasteful period modifications”. A Termignoni twin carbon-fibre silencer and gold Brembo four-piston callipers are the details that catch the eye, while the Veglia Borletti speedometer and tachometer keep the cockpit authentic. The seller also says the bike “has been fully serviced”, and the workshop manual and invoices come with it.

Some bikes are made to be admired, but this one is made to be ridden. Throw a leg over, thumb the starter, and let the V-twin do the talking.

Key Information

Mileage: 42,593 km (indicated)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
First registered: 27th August 1998
Technical inspection status: Valid MOT until February 2027
Technical specs: 1,064cc, air-cooled, 90-degree V-twin, 4-stroke
Weber-Marelli electronic fuel injection
5-speed manual transmission
Lightweight flywheel and clutch
Top speed: Approx. 135 to 144 mph
Paperwork: V5C present, along with Workshop manual, and some service history with invoices

The Detail

Rosso paintwork presents well; the vendor notes “a couple of very small touch-ups on the fairing”
The paintwork, frame and overall presentation appear particularly good for the age
The silver Moto Guzzi script on the fairing nose and the eagle logo on the tank look crisp, with no peeling or fading
OEM Veglia Borletti speedometer and tachometer
The brushed-aluminium rocket cover looks clean and even, with crisp raised “MOTO GUZZI” lettering and no visible pitting or corrosion
Termignoni carbon-fibre silencer with polished stainless end cap, in clean condition with an even weave and only light marks on the outlet
Lightweight flywheel and clutch fitted
Gloss black wheels with Brembo four-piston callipers in gold with drilled discs on gold carriers present well
The seller notes, “some tasteful period modifications” have been installed
We’re advised the bike “has been fully serviced, all oils (engine, g/box & final drive), valve clearances, filters (cartridge and gauze in sump), brake fluid and rear brake pads.”

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