No Reserve – 1997 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport

Description

Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1997 Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport.

More of a sport-tourer than an outright sportbike, the 1100 is a beautiful anomaly from the usual Guzzi fare of torque-y cruisers.

Visually, the Moto Guzzi Sport 1100 stood out from its Japanese competition because the proportions of plastics to engine made it look low-slung and broad-shouldered – the middle linebacker of the sportsbike world.

Traditionalists shouldn’t worry as it still packs the trademark V-Twin, but in this incarnation the motor is surrounded by performance components: Brembo brakes, WP suspension, Bitubo steering damper, and Marchesini alloy wheels.

The 1,064cc motor was good for 90 horsepower and 71 lb-ft of torque, and you can flirt with 140 miles per hour with the throttle pulled all the way back. For more information, check out this story on Motorcycle.com – they call it a “unique combination of old-world sensations and modern components.”

This example is VIN: ZGUKFAKF9VM111853. The seller purchased the bike July 2019 and states, “I purchased the 1100 Sport from the original owner, an older gentleman who garage kept it, rode it sparingly, and kept it completely original. The bike was perfect when I received it from him. He vetted me out as the buyer to make sure it went to a good home! I’ve owned a number of Moto Guzzis and this model was the pinnacle of style and handling, as far as I’m concerned. The combination of looks, handling, and Moto Guzzi character was what I was after. It’s been a joy to own. Wish I had room in the living room for it!”

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 300 miles. The odometer shows 5,975 miles.

Maintenance:
Per the seller, “Always fully serviced through my shop. Recent new tires. No mechanical issues. Runs and starts perfectly.”

Modifications:
According to the seller, the bike is stock.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Metzeler Marathon Ultra ME 888 tires with date codes of 3222 and 3123.

The sale includes one key.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“When I first got the bike, I (stupidly) rode it on the original tires and had a slow-motion driveway lay down. No harm done mechanically and I touched up the body (see photos). Exhaust scraped on the left hand side.”

Currently located in Poolesville, Maryland, this Moto Guzzi is offered on a clean Marland title. Have any 1100 Sport stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!