Moto Guzzi 500 Twin SPECIFICATIONS, PRICE & IMAGES
Motorcycle: Moto Guzzi 500 Two-cylinder Manufacturer:Moto
Guzzi, Mandello del
Lario Type: Racing Year:1951
Engine: Guzzi two-cylinder, four stroke V, 120°. Single-shaft overhead
distribution with bevel gear shaft. Displacement 493.9 cc. (68 mm. x 68 mm.)
Cooling: Air
Transmission: Four-speed block
Power: 48 h.p. at 8,000 r.p.m.
Maximum speed: 130 m.p.h.
Chassis: Tubular, open, double cradle, large-diameter crossbar. Front wheel,
swinging-link suspension; rear wheel, spring fork and friction shock absorber
Brakes: Front, four-shoe central drum; rear, side drum