Moto Guzzi V7 CLASSIC (2008–2011) — Specs
Identity
Manufacturer: Moto Guzzi
Model: V7 CLASSIC
Category: Motorcycle
Type: Motorcycle
Years: 2008 → 2011
Engine
Displacement (cc): 744
Cylinders: 2
Power (hp): 48
Power (kW): 35
Torque (Nm): 73
Dimensions
Overall length: 2185 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1095 mm
Wheelbase: 1455 mm
Ground clearance: 165 mm
Weight (kg): 198
Seat height (mm): 805
Tank (L): 15
Tires
Front tire: 100/90-18
Rear tire: 130/80 R17
Front pressure (bar): 2.2
Rear pressure (bar): 2.5
Drivetrain
Drive chain: shaft drive
Ignition
Spark plug: NGK BR8ES
Plug gap: 0.6 mm
Fluids & Filters
Engine oil: SAE10W-60, API SG
Engine oil (with filter, L): 1.8
Oil filter: Hiflofiltro HF551
Air filter: Hiflofiltro HFA7102
Brake fluid: DOT 4 / DOT 5.1
Fuel consumption
Estimated: 4.7 L/100 km
Estimated range: ~319 km on a full tank (15.0 L)
Note: real-world ±15-30% depending on riding style
Service
Battery: YTX12-BS
Service interval (km): 10000
Service interval (months): 12
Valve check (km): 24000
Parts and consumables for this motorcycle
Data is gathered with care, but without guarantee. Always confirm critical information with your dealer or workshop.
Service notes
Service interval: every 10,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first. Valve clearance check every 24,000 km. Valve clearance — intake cold 0.10 mm, exhaust cold 0.15 mm. Engine oil: oil grade SAE10W-60, API SG, 1.8 L with filter change. Spark plug: NGK BR8ES (gap 0.6 mm). Brake fluid: DOT 5.1 / DOT 4. Drive: shaft drive. Tire pressure: front 2.2 bar, rear 2.5 bar (cold). Tire size: front 100/90-18, rear 130/80 R17. Always confirm critical values with the workshop manual or an authorised dealer.
OEM and quality aftermarket parts that fit this bike. Always confirm with your dealer before ordering.
Engine oil
Spec: SAE10W-60, API SG, 1.8 L (with filter)
- OEM OEM recommended engine oil (SAE 10W-60)
- Premium Motul 7100 4T (100% Synthetic, Ester)
- Premium Motul 5100 4T Technosynthese (Semi-Synthetic)
Which Motul for this bike?
| Motul 7100 4T ✓ | Motul 5100 4T | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Motul 7100 4T — 100% fully synthetic | Motul 5100 4T — semi-synthetic |
| Best for | Sport, Naked, Adventure (600cc+), track | Standard, Cruiser, Scooter, daily use |
| RPM protection | Excellent — ester base, stable under load | Good — for normal riding conditions |
- Standard Repsol Moto Racing 4T (Synthetic)
- Standard Elf Moto 4 Tech (Semi-Synthetic)
Fully Synthetic vs Semi-Synthetic
| Fully Synthetic | Semi-Synthetic | |
|---|---|---|
| Base oil | 100% chemical synthesis (ester or PAO) | Mineral oil + synthetic additives |
| Heat resistance | Excellent — stable at extreme heat & RPM | Good — suitable for normal temperatures |
| Cold start | Better — reaches engine faster when cold | Good — adequate for normal climates |
| Change interval | Longer (up to 10,000 km) | Shorter (5,000–7,000 km typical) |
| Price | Higher | Lower |
Oil filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HF551
- OEM OEM oil filter
- Premium Hiflofiltro HF551
- Premium K&N KN-551
- Standard Champion COF
- Standard Vesrah SF
Air filter
Spec: Hiflofiltro HFA7102
- OEM OEM air filter
- Premium K&N Replacement Air Filter
- Premium DNA High Performance
- Standard Hiflofiltro HFA7102
- Standard Champion CAF
Spark plug
Spec: NGK BR8ES, gap 0.6 mm
- OEM NGK BR8ES
- Premium NGK BR8EIX
- Premium Denso Iridium Power
- Standard NGK BR8ES
- Standard Denso Standard
Front brake pads
Spec: OEM front pad (EBC equivalent: FA294HH)
- OEM OEM front brake pads
- Premium Brembo Z04 / SC
- Premium EBC FA294HH
- Standard EBC FA294 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas Sintered
Rear brake pads
Spec: OEM rear pad (EBC equivalent: FA266HH)
- OEM OEM rear brake pads
- Premium Brembo SP
- Premium EBC FA266HH
- Standard EBC FA266 (organic)
- Standard Ferodo Platinum
- Standard TRW Lucas
Front tire
Spec: 100/90-18, 2.2 bar
- OEM OEM 100/90-18
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Rear tire
Spec: 130/80 R17, 2.5 bar
- OEM OEM 130/80 R17
- Premium Michelin Road / Power
- Premium Pirelli Diablo / Angel
- Standard Metzeler Roadtec / Tourance
- Standard Dunlop Sportmax / Trailmax
Battery
Spec: OEM battery: Yuasa YTX12-BS
- OEM OEM battery specification
- Premium Yuasa YTX12-BS
- Premium Motobatt Quadflex
- Standard Exide AGM
- Standard Varta Powersports
Brake fluid
Spec: DOT 5.1 / DOT 4
- OEM OEM recommended brake fluid (DOT 5.1 / DOT 4)
- Premium Motul RBF 600 / 660
- Premium Castrol React SRF
- Standard TotalEnergies HBF4
- Standard Elf BRAKE FLUID DOT 4
Coolant
- OEM OEM recommended coolant
- Premium Motul Motocool Factory Line
- Premium Engine Ice
- Standard TotalEnergies Coolelf
- Standard Elf Coolelf Auto Supra
Service interval
Spec: 10 000 km / 12 months
- OEM Engine oil + oil filter change
- OEM Air filter inspection
- OEM Spark plug check
- OEM Brake fluid replacement: every 2 years
Valve check
Spec: 24 000 km
- OEM Intake clearance: cold 0.10 mm
- OEM Exhaust clearance: cold 0.15 mm
Suspension
Spec: 40 mm telescopic fork / 7.5W (ALT: 5W/20W)
- OEM Fork: 40 mm telescopic fork
- OEM Fork oil grade: 7.5W (ALT: 5W/20W)
Drive chain
- OEM OEM chain (matches OEM pitch and length)
- Premium DID VX3 X-Ring
- Premium DID ZVM-X Pro
- Standard JT Sprockets HDR
- Standard AFAM A5
