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Moto Guzzi Stelvio NTX 1200cc
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16 June 2009 | |
The latest adventure-style motorcycle from Moto Guzzi is the Stelvio 1200 NTX. It is named after the Stelvio Pass, the highest tarmac road in the Italian Eastern Alps with an unbelievable 84 hairpin bends and rising to a breathtaking altitude of 2758 metres. With ABS as standard, the Stelvio NTX features the new “Quattrovalvole”, the most advanced version of the legendary 90-degree transverse V-twin engine. The new lighter crankshaft, three ring forged pistons and lightweight valves with 5mm stems are crucial components of this high performance engine. A new exhaust system, with large volume muffler, optimises the engine performance at low and medium speed, generating maximum power of 105 CV at 7500 rpm and 11kgm of torque at 6400 rpm. The clean lines of the side fairings flow perfectly into the tank and tail sections, with the LED taillight cluster incorporating the turn indicators in a compact and functional layout. The aluminium structure of the passenger handgrips emphasises a sense of solidity to the design and offers extra load carrying capacity above the adjustable saddle. The dual headlamp (with twin low and high beam in a tandem layout) gives excellent visibility in all riding conditions. A manually adjustable windscreen offers greater protection for riders of different heights. Practical features include side mounted fog lights, hand guards, an engine guard protecting the cylinder heads, and aluminium side panniers that offers impressive load carrying ability. Specially designed aluminium fasteners allow additional luggage to be carried above saddle level. Clutch and brake levers with adjustable travel, cam-adjusted gearshift and rear brake pedals allow the bike to be set up perfectly. The new twin spar frame is made of reinforced steel tube to which the engine is anchored through six mounting points – two more than normal. Refinements to the suspension, the 105 horses and the Brembo braking system (twin 320mm front discs, 4 piston radial calipers) guarantee great control and superb handling. Fully adjustable USD forks with 50mm stanchions and the progressive linkage rear monoshock with ‘piggy-back’ pre-load adjuster enable the rider to tailor the performance in terms of stability and control to suit different load and usage conditions. The Stelvio NTX is available in Magnesio, Nero Guzzi (Black), Bianco Lunare (white) and Rosso Guzzi (red). Optional accessories include tank bag kit, tank pouch and an electronic anti-theft system.
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