Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa is a race bike which only available in track. The first time it put rubber to track on March 6-7th 2006 when it won two consecutive races with Gianfranco Guareschi in the “Battle of Twins” during the Daytona International Speedway Bike Week in Florida. This modern motorcycle has a high-tech 21st century chassis with an intelligently updated version of the V-twin engine that’s at the heart of the Moto Guzzi.2009 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa is powered by a high tech 1225cc engine, air-cooled, 4 stroke, V 90 degree two-cylinder and four-valve. Engine features three-segment Cosworth pistons for high compression guarantee.
Deliverying 128 HP @ 8.000 rpm of power, 11,5 Kg-m @ 6.200, and 160mph of top speed for a 160-170kg bike, it has Brembo for outstanding braking performance, front 2x 320mm discs on the 43 mm Ohlins forks and a single twin caliper 220mm disc at rear.
The motorbike manufacturing company that has chalked up 3329 victories in international competitions, including 14 world speed titles, 22 world records and 11 Tourist Trophies, has racing in its DNA. This is why it gives full attention to the sports model market segment, in the heart and minds of entire generations of fans. For this reason it has created a “style laboratory” where research can be carried out freely, looking for new ways to make enthusiasts dreams come true. A new fully-developed motorbike, that has been admired since the first time it appeared in public, brings back all the heady emotions linked to those wins on racetracks around the world. The MGS-01 Corsa is a winning motorbike for modern-day tracks, with all the personality of yesterday’s models, and with a lot more technology. Moto Guzzi does not say so on paper, but proves it on the racetrack.
The “standard” MGS-01 Corsa has proved to be competitive since the first time it put rubber to track on March 6-7th 2006 when it won two consecutive races with Gianfranco Guareschi in the “Battle of Twins” during the Daytona International Speedway Bike Week in Florida - one of the USA’s most important motorbike events. Moto Guzzi MGS01 and Guareschi then repeated this supremacy with another three victories and two second places, winning the national Supertwins title. If there was any need for confirmation of Moto Guzzi’s return to the aristocracy of world motorcycle racing, it came straight from the racetrack.The winning weapon.
It looks like it is moving even when it stands still. It has a streamline, feisty profile, with its aerodynamic cockpit, and streamline, nimble tail. The gold-coloured forks aim towards the road, almost embracing the front disks where the powerful radial calipers stand out. The impression of power and elegance is emphasised even more by its performance. The air-cooled 1125 cc V 90 degree two-cylinder, four-stroke, four-valve engine pushes forward at all speeds. All it takes is a look at the components to understand why.
The three-segment Cosworth pistons guarantee high compression, the. chrome—plated cylinders reduce friction to a minimum; brass bearings are replaced by roller bearings. Control comes together with power controlled from a riding position that has been studied for use on the racetrack. The excellent distribution of weight, with just 200 g between the front and rear axle, helps to make the bike so easy to handle, together with the limited weight (192 kg) and the reduced wheelbase (1450mm) The front 43 mm Ohlins forks can be adjusted to three positions. Rear suspension is looked after by a 513mm swingarm in boxed aluminium and a vertical shock absorber just behind the engine. Two 320mm discs op front and a single twin caliper 220mm disc look after braking. The MGS-01 Corsa is an exclusive motorbike that is built with the care of craftsmen and intended for true motorbike enthusiasts. This is why each model comes with a book with the rider’s personal details and the frame number. The motorbike cover and the stand carry theMGS-01 Corsa logo and even the packaging used to ship the product to the new owner is personalised. Whoever chooses a motorbike like this one deserves nothing less.2009 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 Corsa Specifications
Engine
Type 90° V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system Air cooled
Displacement 1.225 cc
Bore and stroke 100 x 78 mm
Compression ratio 11.6 : 1
Timing system overhead camshaft – 4 valves per cyclinder with positive drive belt
Valves
Ø 36 mm intake
Ø 31 mm exhaust
Valve timing:
intake open: 36° B.T.D.C.
intake closes:70° A.B.D.C.
exhaust open: 64° B.B.D.C.
exhaust closes: 28° A.T.D.C.
Maximum power 128 HP a 8.000 giri/minuto
Maximum torque 11,5 Kg-m a 6.200 giri/minuto
Pistons
Cosworth Racing 3 rings
Connecting rod Carillo 144 mm
Ignition system
Marelli IAW 15M electronic digital
Intake conduit
Marelli Ø 50 mm
Airbox 15 litres
Starting system Electronic digital
Spark plugs
Champion RA59GC
Transmission
Gearbox 6 speed
Primary drive Straight-tooth gear, ratio 1:1.55
Secondary drive Double universal joint, ratio 1:2.909
Internal ratios 1° = 1:10,82
2° = 1:8,01
3° = 1:6,14
4° = 1:5,01
5° = 1:4,35
6° = 1:3,84
Clutch Sintering double disc, hydraulic drive
Chassis
Frame Rectangular section single-beam ALS 450
Wheelbase 1.450 mm
Trail 97 mm
Rake 24°
Front suspension Öhlins up-side down fork Ø 43 mm, 3 adjustment positions
Front wheel travel 120 mm
Rear suspension Aluminium-plate swinging fork Öhlins monoshock absorber, 4 adjustment positions
Rear wheel travel 125 mm
Front brake double floating disc, Ø 320 mm, 4 pads radial caliper
Rear brake Sigle disc, Ø 220 mm, double piston caliper
Rims forged aluminium 5 arms
Front rim 3,50 x 17”
Rear rim 5,50 x 17”
Front Tyres 120-60/17” Michelin slick S1246A
Rear Tyres 180-67/17” Michelin slick S1835A
Electrical equipment
Battery 12 V – 11 Ah
Dimensions
Length 2.070 mm
Width 750 mm
Height 1.165 mm
Seat height 820 mm
Footboard height 420 mm
Handlebar height 880 mm
Dry weight 192 Kg
Fuel tank capacity 18.5 lt
