1983 Moto Guzzi 850 Le Mans Mark III technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: 850 Le Mans Mark III
Years: 1983
Engine: Four stroke, 90° V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV pushrod, 2 valves per cylinder
Capacity: 844 cc / 51.5 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 83 x 78 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.8:1
Lubrication: Pressure pump
Induction: 2x 36mm Dell'Orto carburetors with accelerator pump, with air filtering and inlet silencer
Ignition: Battery and coil
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 76 hp / 56 kW @ 7700 rpm
Max Torque: 74.5 Nm / 54.9 lb-ft @ 6200 rpm
Clutch: Dry with double disc
Transmission: 5 Speed
Final Drive: Shaft
Frame: Duplex cradle, disasemblable
Front Suspension: 35mm Telescopic air assisted forks
Front Wheel Travel: 140 mm / 5.5 in
Rear Suspension: Dual charged shocks, spring preload adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel: 94 mm / 3.7 in
Wheels: Light alloy casting
Front Brakes: 2x 300mm discs 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes: Single 242mm disc 2 piston caliper
Front Tyre: 100/90 V18
Rear Tyre: 110/90 V18
Dry Weight: 206 kg / 454 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 25 Litres / 6.0 US gal
Consumption Average: 43.5 mpg
Standing ¼ Mile: 12.6 sec / 106.3 mph
Top Speed: 132 mph
Road Test: Ducati 900SS vs Le Mans III

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