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NEWS

THE NEVER ENDING JOURNEY

As Moto Guzzi launches into its second century , it remains committed to crafting motorcycles that exude authenticity and exclusivity .
After celebrating the milestone of its 100th anniversary in 2021 , Moto Guzzi unveiled the V100 Mandello in 2022 , an innovative motorcycle conceived and designed completely from scratch , an epoch-making technical breakthrough . A motorcycle full of brandnew technologies , powered by the new liquid-cooled 90-degree transverse V-twin engine .
On such a modern technical basis , Moto Guzzi now introduces the Stelvio , the second chapter of an initial masterpiece . Stelvio is a name of immense renown , held in high regard and cherished by motorcyclists . Moto Guzzi has made a conscious choice not to attach it to any other acronym , acknowledging the profound respect it commands within the motorcycling community . This is the precise moniker that it bears : Moto Guzzi Stelvio , named after the famous Alpine pass that connects two valleys through 48 legendary hairpin bends , an essential destination for any motorcyclist . Hence , Moto Guzzi Stelvio stands as the ultimate destination for the seasoned motorcyclist , offering an opportunity to ascend to the peak of riding pleasure .
Moto Guzzi Stelvio is a state-of-the-art motorcycle that reaches towards the future . What remains unaltered is Moto Guzzi ’ s unique design and construction philosophy , distinctive technical preferences and a contemporary style that embraces the future while maintaining the unmistakable essence of Moto Guzzi . A guiding philosophy underpins an on-off road motorcycle meticulously crafted for endless journeys , exuding allure and delivering an exquisite riding experience . It is driven by an engine with peerless performance attributes and a distinctive sound .
Fascinating , sophisticated and original : the Moto Guzzi Stelvio is the only motorcycle in its displacement class with a truly innovative development Cardan shaft drive and the only one with an electrically height-adjustable windshield . More importantly , it is the only one to boast such engine architecture of this type . While there are
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