My Article About 2004 Moto Guzzi MGS

This is my (attempted, commercial) article on motorbikes.
I must warn
you: I'm not a native English speaker, so I might have missed a few
specifics and made a few slipups, and I'm also a newbie to motorcycling,
so I might have bungled some of the technical details... anyway, here's the
full article, in English:
2004 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 - A bug-like bike.

Appealing designs are not born in one generation of bikes, purely by an
artistic accident. They evolve over a period of time and streamline every
new generation to a higher level of perfection. Behind the lustrous
appearances of the MGS-01 are premeditated decisions, continuing
development progression and above all the aspiration to produce
impeccable blending of mechanical and visual into a seamless union, with
unmistakable hallmark of Moto Guzzi hovering in the air.
Transforming a vision into reality in motorcycle design is never without
inflexible constraints, both technical and traditional, and that makes the
final result even more appreciated and admired, an attribute that this
models design certainly justifies.
Frontal look at the bike evokes image of a giant alien grasshopper
preparing to jump: A bug-like bike.
How it all started.
The "Style Laboratory" was set up at the beginning of 2002 as a training
ground to put the skills and creativity of famous designers, planners and
preparers such as Ghezzi& Brian to the test with the aim of designing
motorcycles with modern panache and technology, but unmistakably Moto
Guzzi.
It was born in 2002 as a concept bike for shows, to prove that at Guzzi there is no
shortage of creativity and dedication. The public's reaction to the MGS-01 was so
awe-inspiring, however, that it was decided to bring the MGS-01 to the
production line.
All the company's technological and human resources were made

available for the challenge which showed all signs of being both difficult
and thrilling.
The deadlines were concrete: the models designed, if agreed, must be
ready to go into production within two years at most.
The technical starting point was the four-valve twin of the Centauro and
the six speed box of the V11, for the first time working together.
Constraints.
To say that Ghezzi & Brian had little time to "give birth" to their creature
would not be wrong, given that they had less than nine months, from
February to November, to present the show-bike at Intermot in Munich.
But what is the 'purpose' of this sport bike? According to Roberto Brovazzo, the
director of the Moto Guzzi Business Unit, it is "a modern project that follows a
unique philosophy. A sportbike of great character, instantly recognizable as a
Moto Guzzi, loaded with the highest technology providing a thrilling ride to the
driver. It doesn't compete with the Japanese bikes, nor is it a 'Ducati-killer'. It is a
motorcycle that breaks the mold, clearly a sport bike, yet not geared exclusively
towards absolute performance.
It is the result of the work of Giuseppe Ghezzi, the well-known motorcycle expert
from Mandello and cofounder of Ghezzi & Brian, a studio that produces fabulous,
limited-edition motorcycles.
The ideas were very clear. It must be simple, without superfluities, "pure".
Go back to the very essence of the motorcycle, be easy to ride and have a
number of elements such as the exposed mechanics and shaft drive which
would communicate the personality of the bike immediately.
From a technical point of view, attention was focused on ridability and
management. Short wheelbase, excellent balance and racing mechanics
were the parameters on which work began immediately and with great
enthusiasm.
Development where idea (power) tads the ground(road).
The prototype had an original and aggressive design, smooth lines and a
decidedly sporting temperament in an ultra-modern interpretation of the
Moto Guzzi spirit in which the lines reflect the technical characteristics of a
bike capable to transmit strong emotions. The use of lightweight
components such as a swinging fork swing arm in box-type aluminum
enabled the weight to be kept down. This lightness, together with the
firmness of the rectangular cross-section steel single spar frame and high
performance Ohlins suspension, gives this bike extraordinary control.
The challenge had taken shape. All that remained was to await the
judgment of the motorcycling public and press.
Debut with styleand continuous Moto Show success.
From its debut thatMGS-01 made at Intermot Minhen 2002 wherever it
reappears bike draws undivided attention of Moto show visitors and
members of the biker society. Out of latest Moto Guzzi models the "prince"
of every exhibition since its debut is almost always the MGS-01, a real
sport-bike.One of the most visited stands at the Monaco Exposition was
Moto Guzzi and MGS-01 was undeniable star of the show. Bikers all over
the world are passionate about this bike.

The stand where the bike was displayed became one of the main
magnetisms at the exhibition. The public was enthusiastic. Press reports
were flattering. Articles on the bike started to flow into motorcycling sites,
admiring the beauty of the new Moto Guzzi to an extent that surprised
even the design team. Market research commissioned by Moto Guzzi and
carried out by CSM International showed that potential sports motorcycle
buyers held the MGS-01's styling in great appreciation.
This was the stimulus to go ahead - also because customers and dealers
wanted the motorcycle to go into mass production as soon as possible.
The public and motorcycling enthusiasts submerged the Mandello del Lario
company with thousands of requests. All that was left was to embrace the
technical specifications.
The bike with potency.
The MGS-01 Corsa has more than just magnificentappearances. It is
equipped with a powerful 90-deg V-Twin, 4 stroke 1,256 cc engine with air
cooling systemand overhead camshaft - 4 valves per cyclinder with
positive drive belt with maximum power of 122 HP at 8.000 rpm and
maximum torque of 11.5 Kg-m at 6.400 rpm. This powerful engine, with
ceramic-coated cylinders and three-segment Cosworth pistons "pumps"
the power into the feet of the bike supported by the bestcustomary
mechanics. Accuratebend admission and track holding are assured by the
Ohlins upside-down fork, 43 mm, with 3 adjustment positions.
Aluminum-plate swinging fork ohlins mono shock absorber, with 3
adjustment positions is a long swing arm base for rear suspension.
Improved traction of the rear wheel and better transmission of the power
to the ground resulted from this implementation.
Guzzis design is a clever not only from aesthetic point of view but also
mechanical design of the engine whose transversal V shape body exposes
the warmestparts of the block to the wind significantly improving engine
thermodynamic performance
The rear single shock absorber is in a vertical position, just behind the
engine, to leave room for the 15 liters air box.
The use of high-compression Cosworth pistons requires longer rods. In the
cylinder heads we find 36 mm intake valves and 31 mm exhaust valves.
The camshafts have a longer profile. Each cylinder is fed with a single, 54 mm
butterfly injector made by Magneti Marelli, the same company that makes the
electronic engine controller (IAW 15M). The engine is declared to have 122 hp,
but engineers expect to reach 130 hp and to place the fuel injectors closer to the
cylinder heads to improve throttle response. The clutch is a dry twin-disc in
sintered material with reinforcements.
Handling is guaranteed by the weight, kept down to just 192 kg, the
wheelbase measuring just 1,428 mm, obtained by integrating the gearbox
in the timing case, and the ideal weight distribution with a difference of
just 200 g between front and back. The Brembo disc brakes with radial
mounted calipers are ultra-powerful. Those who have had an opportunity
to ride the MGS-01 Corsa confirm that this time appearances are not
deceptive.
oil radiator, at the point of highest aerodynamic pressure. The fairing and tank,
angular and painted bright red, create a pleasant contrast with the black
mechanicals (with the exception of the cylinders). The racing aesthetic is
reinforced by the aluminum swing arm, the golden Ohlins shocks and the snakelike exhausts.
The sport exhaust is made in stainless steel and the two pipes combine to flow
into the single, under-seat muffler. The MGS-01 has a 6-speed gearbox, and was
placed to accommodate the single shock vertically, just to the rear of the engine.
This allows ample space for the 18.5 liter air box. Obviously, the motor is a
highly-emphasized component of this motorcycle. The chassis is quite simple: a
descending beam reinforced by struts. Right now, the tank is integrated to the
frame but this solution will be abandoned for a new frame, as the present one is
too complicated to manufacture and repair. The rear wheel is height-adjustable.
It is hard not to recognize the front wheel: it is a copy of the Aprilia RSV Mille R. It
has Ohlins shocks and Brembo calipers.
Road test
When the engine starts up, chills run down one's spine. The 1,225 cc engine
'thunders' out of the single under-seat muffler. When we head out for a spin we
quickly find an optimal stance for riding: a sporty position, chest-forward without
going too far, foot-pegs back and wide handlebar to better control the bike which
puts the engine on center-stage, pulling its 93 kg mass!
The MGS needs to be ridden forcefully; it isn't one of those Japanese bikes 'you
feel you've ridden forever'. You need serious muscle, but the bike repays you with
intense enjoyment.
The clutch (dry plates) is smooth but requires some effort, as the piston of the
pump passes from 13 to 15 mm. Disengagement is fast, but less easy to
modulate. The shifter has long, imprecise gates; this is an area Guzzi needs to
work on. On the straightaway, the 4-valve from Mandello spins with a smooth
progression, with a small spike at around 4500 rpm which the company assures
will be eliminated with a more refined engine-mapping.
The engine's maximum torque of 11.6 kg-m arises at 6400 rpm, and the max
output of 122 hp stems at 8000 rpm. This power is easily sensed at the throttle.
The bike rides quickly through the turns smoothly, permitting you to easily set up
the trajectory and let the bike run on the racing route. The brakes are excellent in
terms of power but we noted an increase in the travel of the brake handle after a
few laps
The true limitation of the MGS is in the fast changes of direction, because flicking
the bike from side to side requires lots of physical effort.
Motorbike types.
The motorbike is produced in two versions:
The Corsa (race) limited non homologated version was available

since the first months of 2004 with 122 HP power kit, and
The Stradale (road) model was phased in October the same year.
It is expected to cost approximately 15,000 Euros for the Stradale and

20,000 Euros for the racing package. The production run is expected to be
of 7000-8000 units/year. And after all this talk, let's see some action!
Desirefor performance as anassignment. The MGS-01 Corsa is a bike
with a racing personality aimed to satisfy desires of riders who breathe
motorcycling and race. This bike is a machine with a remarkable
competition potential and has proved its ability to easily dominate
championships.
ENGINE
Type: 90-deg V-Twin, 4 stroke
Cooling system: Air cooled
Displacement: 1,256 cc
Bore and stroke: 100 x 80 mm
Compression ratio: 11 : 1
Timing system: overhead camshaft - 4 valves per cyclinder with positive
drive belt
Nymonic valves: 36 mm intake; 31 mm exhaust Valve timing: Intake
open 36-deg B.T.D.C.; Intake close 70-deg A.B.D.C.; Exhaust open 64-deg
B.B.D.C.; Exhaust close 28-deg A.T.D.C.
Maximum power: 122 HP at 8.000 rpm
Maximum torque: 11.5 Kg-m at 6.400 rpm
Pistons:Cosworth Racing 3 rings
Ignition system:Marelli IAW 15M electronic digital
Intake conduit:Marelli _ 50 mm
Airbox: 15 litres
Starting system: Electronic digital
Spark plugs: NGK D10EA
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox: 6 speed
Primary drive: Straight-tooth gear, ratio 1:1.55
Secondary drive: Double universal joint, ratio 1:2.909
Overall gear ratio: Low gear = 1 to 10.82; 2nd gear = 1 to 7.98; 3rd
gear = 1 to 6.14; 4th gear = 1 to 5.01; 5th gear = 1 to 4.35; high gear = 1
to 3.84
Clutch: Sintering double disc, hydraulic drive
CHASSIS
Frame: Rectangular section single-beam ALS 450
Wheelbase: 1,428 mm
Trail: 95 mm
Rake: 23,5-deg
Front suspension:Ohlins upside-down fork, _ 43 mm, 3 adjustment
positions
Front wheel travel: 120 mm
Rear suspension:Aluminium-plate swinging fork hlinsmonoshock
absorber, 3 adjustment positions
Rear wheel travel: 110 mm
Front brake: Double floating disc, _ 320 mm, 4 pads radial calipers
Rear brake: Single disc, _ 220 mm, double piston caliper
Rims: Forged aluminium 5 arms
Front rim: 3.50" x 17"
Rear rim: 5.50" x 17"
Front tyre: 120/70 17"
Rear tyre: 180/55 17"
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
Battery: 12 V - 8 Ah
DIMENSIONS
Length: 2,010 mm
Width: 780 mm
Height: 1,180 mm
Seat height: 820 mm
Footrest height: 400 mm
Heandlebar height: 850 mm
Dry weight: 192 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 20 litres

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This is my (attempted, commercial) article on motorbikes.

2004 Moto Guzzi MGS-01 - A bug-like bike.

All the company's technological and human resources were made

the world are passionate about this bike.

The Corsa (race) limited non homologated version was available

It is expected to cost approximately 15,000 Euros for the Stradale and

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