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2005 Moto Guzzi Breva V 1100 is a completely redesigned 90º
V-Twin with a new, larger alternator positioned between the
cylinder heads, new oil sump design, and lighter pistons to
reduce crankcase inertia and reduce vibration.
The
most significant technological innovation is Moto Guzzi's
patented "cardano reattivo" or "CA.R.C."
(compact reactive shaft drive). The shaft drive is incorporated
into the aluminum swingarm. The pinion and drive shaft oscillate
inside the swingarm and the drive shaft has a double universal
joint with built in torsional dampers to optimize the responsiveness
of the transmission. This new compact system eliminates the
shaft drive effect normally caused by shaft drives while enabling
the use of a single sided swingarm with a non-load-bearing
reaction arm. For the rider this adds up to a clean, quiet,
maintenance free system that delivers a consistently smooth
ride through gear changes, acceleration and throttle release.
The
keyword used to describe the design of the Breva V 1100 is ridability.
The bike had to be quick off the start, responsive in city traffic,
maneuverable through the curves and steady as a rock on the
straight a ways. Moto Guzzi's meticulous mechanical design of
the frame geometry and suspension modification and the positioning
of the engine for perfect weight distribution have achieved
their goal. The result is an ergonomic natural riding position
that puts even the tallest rider of the Breva V 1100 immediately
in complete harmony with the bike with riding characteristics
that are always predictable and precise in all conditions.
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