Top 10 Fastest Moto Guzzi Motorcycles Ranked by Top Speed
TL;DR
- The MGS-01 Corsa (2004-2011) is the fastest Moto Guzzi ever built, with 122 hp and an estimated top speed above 150 mph — no GPS-verified figure exists.
- The V11 Le Mans holds the only confirmed instrumented result: Cycle World clocked 137 mph in 2001.
- The V100 Mandello S (2022-present) is the fastest current production Guzzi, with 116 hp and a manufacturer-estimated top speed near 143 mph.
- Moto Guzzi rarely publishes top speed data; most numbers here are named-publication results or clearly flagged estimates.
How Moto Guzzi Ranks Against Its Own History
Moto Guzzi has built motorcycles in Mandello del Lario, Italy, since 1921. The signature layout is a longitudinally mounted 90-degree V-twin — one cylinder pointing forward, one pointing up — paired with shaft final drive. Speed was never the primary pitch. Most of these bikes are happiest at 70-80 mph, pulling through corners on fat mid-range torque rather than chasing a redline. Push them hard enough, though, and a few have genuinely surprised testers. Here are the ten fastest production Moto Guzzi motorcycles, ranked by top speed.
Fastest Moto Guzzi Motorcycles: Quick Reference
| Rank | Model | Years | Engine (cc) | Power (hp) | Top Speed | Figure Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MGS-01 Corsa | 2004–2011 | 1,225 | 122 | ~155 mph | Estimate |
| 2 | V100 Mandello S | 2022– | 1,042 | 116 | ~143 mph | Manufacturer estimate |
| 3 | V11 Le Mans | 2001–2005 | 1,064 | 91 | 137 mph | Cycle World instrumented test, 2001 |
| 4 | Stelvio 1200 NTX | 2007–2017 | 1,151 | 103 | 140 mph | Manufacturer claimed |
| 5 | California 1400 Custom | 2013–2020 | 1,380 | 96 | 126 mph | Cycle World measured, 2013 |
| 6 | Griso 1200 8V | 2008–2015 | 1,151 | 110 | ~133 mph | Estimate |
| 7 | V11 Sport | 1999–2001 | 1,064 | 90 | ~130 mph | Estimate |
| 8 | V85 TT Stelvio | 2024– | 853 | 65 | ~124 mph | Estimate |
| 9 | V9 Bobber | 2016– | 853 | 55 | ~115 mph | Estimate |
| 10 | V7 Stone | 2012– | 853 | 65 | ~110 mph | Estimate |
1. Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa (2004–2011) — The Track Machine
The MGS-01 Corsa is the fastest motorcycle Moto Guzzi ever built for production. Ghezzi & Brian created it in under nine months by mating the four-valve 1,225cc Centauro engine with the V11’s six-speed gearbox. Only 150 units were made, primarily for track use. Power was 122 hp at 8,000 rpm with 83 lb-ft of torque at 6,400 rpm (autoevolution, 2024). Dry weight was 423 lb with full Öhlins suspension front and rear.
No published GPS top speed exists for this bike. The estimated ~155 mph is based on its power-to-weight ratio and is consistent with accounts from riders who have run the bike on circuit. Treat it as an estimate.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 1,225cc air-cooled V-twin | Power: 122 hp @ 8,000 rpm
2. Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S (2022–Present) — The Modern Standard
The V100 Mandello is the most technically advanced Guzzi ever sold. The 1,042cc DOHC engine makes a claimed 116 hp at 8,800 rpm and 77 lb-ft of torque at 6,750 rpm (Cycle World, 2024). Active aerodynamic winglets, semi-active Öhlins suspension on the S variant, Brembo Monoblock brakes, and a full six-axis IMU complete the spec sheet.
Moto Guzzi does not publish a top speed figure. The manufacturer-estimated ceiling near 143 mph is the best available number, and no GPS-instrumented test result had been published as of mid-2026. The 116 hp, shaft-drive architecture and sport-touring geometry are consistent with that estimate.
Figure type: Manufacturer estimate | Engine: 1,042cc DOHC V-twin | Power: 116 hp @ 8,800 rpm | MSRP: $15,990–$17,490 (2026)
3. Moto Guzzi V11 Le Mans (2001–2005) — The Confirmed Number
The V11 Le Mans is the only Moto Guzzi in this list with a confirmed, named-publication instrumented top speed. Cycle World ran the bike through their top-speed test in October 2001 and clocked 137 mph — enough to nearly pin the bike’s 140-mph speedometer. The 1,064cc four-valve V-twin made 91 hp at 7,800 rpm, and the half-fairing gave enough aerodynamic shelter to let the bike stabilize at triple-digit speeds without drama.
Guzzi revived the Le Mans name in 2001 as a sport-touring variant of the V11 Sport, with a longer wheelbase, a wider rear tire, and that half-fairing. The 137-mph test figure is a real number — not a press-release estimate.
Figure type: Cycle World instrumented test, October 2001 | Engine: 1,064cc air-cooled V-twin | Power: 91 hp @ 7,800 rpm
4. Moto Guzzi Stelvio 1200 NTX (2007–2017) — The ADV Surprise
The Stelvio 1200 NTX doesn’t look fast — it’s an adventure-tourer with a massive 8.5-gallon tank and wire-spoke wheels. But the 1,151cc 8-valve engine sends a claimed 103 hp and 83 lb-ft of torque through a six-speed gearbox, and the manufacturer-claimed top speed was 140 mph (Wikipedia, sourced from Moto Guzzi). Real-world figures with luggage and a full windscreen are probably closer to 130-135 mph. The 8-valve motor first appeared in the Griso 8V and was slightly detuned for the Stelvio; Rider Magazine’s 2012 test confirmed the bike was still genuinely fast on open road when pressed.
Figure type: Manufacturer claimed | Engine: 1,151cc air-cooled 8V V-twin | Power: 103 hp @ 7,250 rpm
5. Moto Guzzi California 1400 Custom (2013–2020) — The Cruiser That Could
A 1,380cc cruiser with highway pegs and a chrome headlight nacelle isn’t supposed to clock 126 mph. But Cycle World ran the California 1400 Custom through instrumented testing in April 2013 and recorded exactly that — measured with a radar gun (GuzziTech forum referencing Cycle World, 2013). The 104mm pistons and 52mm throttle body produce 96 hp at 6,500 rpm, with peak torque of 89 lb-ft arriving at just 2,750 rpm. It hits that number on brute displacement and straight-line aerodynamic efficiency — the long, heavy chassis is stable at speed even if it wasn’t built for it.
Figure type: Cycle World instrumented test, 2013 | Engine: 1,380cc V-twin | Power: 96 hp @ 6,500 rpm
6. Moto Guzzi Griso 1200 8V (2008–2015) — The Naked Roadster
The Griso 1200 8V arrived in 2008 with the same 1,151cc eight-valve engine that would later go into the Stelvio, but in a naked roadster package. Peak output was 110 hp at 7,500 rpm — the hot version of the unit. No named-publication top speed test is on record, but 110 hp in a lighter, fairing-free chassis (around 487 lb wet) puts the realistic ceiling around 130-133 mph. The Griso was built as Guzzi’s answer to the Ducati Monster, and it wore the sport-naked brief more convincingly than anything the brand had made in years.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 1,151cc air-cooled 8V V-twin | Power: 110 hp @ 7,500 rpm
7. Moto Guzzi V11 Sport (1999–2001) — Where the Le Mans Came From
The V11 Sport used the same 1,064cc four-valve motor as the Le Mans with 90 hp, minus the half-fairing. Without wind protection, hitting the estimated 130 mph ceiling requires serious commitment. The Sport launched in 1999 as Guzzi’s first genuine performance machine in over a decade and set up the Aprilia-era improvements that followed.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 1,064cc air-cooled V-twin | Power: 90 hp
8. Moto Guzzi V85 TT Stelvio (2024–Present) — The Modern ADV
The revived Stelvio nameplate returned in 2024 on the 853cc parallel-twin platform, making 65 hp. The estimated top speed is around 124 mph — capable, but this is a long-distance adventure tourer, not a speed machine. Electronic rider aids and Guzzi’s shaft-drive character make it useful on two-up trips where hitting the top of the speedometer isn’t the agenda.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 853cc parallel-twin | Power: 65 hp
9. Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber (2016–Present) — The Retro Cruiser
The V9 Bobber runs the 853cc air-cooled twin with 55 hp and a chunky low-end torque delivery built for 50-70 mph riding in the mountains, not flat-out runs. The estimated top speed is around 115 mph. Wide bars, bobber-style bodywork, and no fairing add frontal area that caps the speed ceiling more than the engine does.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 853cc air-cooled V-twin | Power: 55 hp
10. Moto Guzzi V7 Stone (2012–Present) — The Entry Classic
The V7 Stone is the most accessible Moto Guzzi — a narrow, light, shaft-drive classic suited to daily riding and mountain roads. The current 853cc parallel-twin makes 65 hp; earlier air-cooled 744cc versions made around 48 hp. An estimated ~110 mph reflects the current spec. Speed is beside the point here.
Figure type: Estimate | Engine: 853cc parallel-twin (current gen) | Power: 65 hp
A Note on Moto Guzzi Top Speed Data
Moto Guzzi does not publish top speed figures for most models. Three in this list have named-source data: V11 Le Mans (Cycle World, 2001, 137 mph), California 1400 Custom (Cycle World, 2013, 126 mph), and Stelvio 1200 manufacturer-claimed 140 mph. All others are estimates. Any published GPS test supersedes them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fastest Moto Guzzi Motorcycles
What is the fastest Moto Guzzi motorcycle ever made?
The MGS-01 Corsa (2004–2011) is the fastest production Moto Guzzi ever built. It made 122 hp from a 1,225cc air-cooled V-twin, weighed just 423 lb dry, and was produced in only 150 units by Ghezzi & Brian. No published GPS top speed exists; the estimated ceiling is around 155 mph.
What is the fastest current Moto Guzzi you can buy new in 2026?
The V100 Mandello S is the fastest currently-available Moto Guzzi. Its 1,042cc DOHC engine makes 116 hp at 8,800 rpm and the estimated top speed is near 143 mph. The S variant adds semi-active Öhlins suspension, quickshifter, and heated grips over the standard model.
How fast is the Moto Guzzi V11 Le Mans?
Cycle World clocked it at 137 mph in their October 2001 instrumented road test — nearly maxing out the bike’s 140-mph speedometer. That figure comes from a named-publication test with a radar gun, not a manufacturer claim.
Are Moto Guzzi motorcycles fast compared to other Italian bikes?
Within the sport-touring segment, Moto Guzzis are quick but not the outright fastest Italian bikes. An Aprilia RSV4 or Ducati Panigale V4 runs well north of 180 mph; Guzzi’s advantage is torque delivery, character, and long-distance usability rather than peak speed.
Why does Moto Guzzi use shaft drive on all its motorcycles?
Shaft drive eliminates chain maintenance and aligns with the brand’s touring character. The tradeoff is a small shaft torque reaction — a slight chassis pitch under hard acceleration — which Guzzi addresses with its CARC (Compact Reactive Shaft Drive) system, and which most riders stop noticing after about 500 miles.
