presentation of the 850 GRISO 2006
850 cm3 - A displacement steeped in history that has become a Moto-Guzzi legend, taking us back to the glory days of the Calif and Le Mans bikes of the 70s. Today, this displacement returns to equip the Griso (as well as a new version of the Breva). Is it the old 844 cm3 that's back, modernized? Or the small, re-cubed 750 from the Nevada? No, it's the big 1100, which loses displacement (by reducing the stroke) to boast dimensions of 92 x 66, much squarer values than the 83 x 78 of the belle époque twin mentioned at the beginning.
This 877 cm3 develops a very respectable 76 horsepower...to power a motorcycle almost identical to the 1100, since the differences between the 2 machines can be counted on the fingers of one hand. With economy and standardization in mind, the Mandello-based firm has kept everything from the big Griso, and we're not going to complain. The only changes are the removal of the side-mounted oil cooler, the black-painted frame tubes and the grey-painted transmission.
The announced price makes the Griso a little more affordable. At less than €11,500, it's obviously more affordable than the 1100, but it's still expensive for an 850. On the other hand, its looks and presence are assets of choice.
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Key facts Moto-Guzzi 850 GRISO (2006) : What you need to know before you buy
Specifications Moto-Guzzi 850 GRISO 2006
- Chassis
- Frame : in steel tubes
- Fuel capacity : 17.20 liters (4.54 US gallons)
- Seat height : 800 mm (31.50 in)
- Length : 2,260 mm (88.98 in)
- Width : 880 mm (34.65 in)
- Min height : 1,070 mm (42.13 in)
- Wheelbase : 1,554 mm (61.18 in)
- Dry weight : 227 kg (500 lb)
- Front axle
- Reverse telehydraulic fork Ø 43 mm, Wheel travel : 120 mm (4.72 in)
- Braking 2 discs Ø 320 mm (12.6 in), 4-piston caliper
- Front tire : 120 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Transmission
- 6 stage gearbox , manual
- Secondary cardan shaft
- Rear axle
- Monoboom and monoshock, Wheel travel : 110 mm (4.33 in)
- Braking 1 disc Ø 282 mm (11.1 in), 2-piston caliper
- Rear tire : 180 / 55 - 17 → Order this type of tire
- Motor
- two-cylinder 90° transverse V , 4 strokes
- Injection Ø 45 mm
- Cooling system : by air
- tumbled
- 2 valves per cylinder
- 877 cc
- 76 ch (75 hp) to 7,800 rpm
- 7 mkg to 6,800 rpm
- Power-to-weight ratio : 3.03 kg/ch
- Weight / torque ratio : 32.43 kg/mkg
- Compression : 9.8 : 1
- Practical information
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FAQ Your frequently asked questions about the 850 GRISO 2006
- What is the power of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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The 850 GRISO 2006 develops a power of 76 ch (75 hp)
- What is the torque of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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The maximum torque of the 850 GRISO 2006 is 7 mkg to 6,800 rpm.
- What is the maximum speed of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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The 850 GRISO 2006 is capable of reaching a top speed of 200 km/h (124.30 mph) on the track.
- What is the weight of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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The 850 GRISO 2006 has a a dry weight of 227 kg (500 lb).
- QWhat is the seat height of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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To ensure good accessibility, the 850 GRISO 2006 offers a minimum seat height of 800 mm (31.50 in).
- What is the price of the 850 GRISO 2006?
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The price of the 850 GRISO 2006 is 11,390€ in France
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Bikers' reviews Leave a review - 3 reviews
Don't listen to the detestable testers, try it without preconceived ideas and you'll be amazed by its character and torque. This is a bike to live with
i've had no problems whatsoever, covering over 20,000 km in 2 years. Rating : 5/5 Respond to Capitaine Flame
I'm not saying anything about the price - is it official? It would be astonishing, even suicidal for Guzzi, if it were as close as that of the 1100, or that of the Monster S4R (in view of Yef's opinion), even if the Ducat isn't really in the same league
On the other hand, if the data sheet is correct, I'm surprised that the maximum torque is obtained so high, at 1000 rpm of maximum power. I hope its average level starts lower..
I also don't understand why Guzzi's French website doesn't mention this machine or the 850 Bréva?
Rating : 5/5 Respond to Eric