This Hemi V8 Motorcycle Revved Up To 12,000 RPM

The objective was to replace an outdated 120° Bicilindrica as Moto Guzzi knew it was already the end for the 500cc singles and twins. Guzzi aimed for an advantage. The straight-six was too wide and a water-cooled V8 seemed doable. At least on paper.

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