1970 Moto Guzzi V-7 750 Ambassador

Make Model	Moto Guzzi V-7 750 Ambassador
Year	1970
Engine	Four stroke, 90° V twin, longitudinally mounted, OHV, 2 valve per cylinder
Capacity	748.4 cc / 45.6 cu-in
Bore x Stroke	83 x 70 mm
Cooling System	Air cooled
Compression Ratio	9.8:1
Induction	2x 30mm Dell'Orto VHB 30CD carburetors
Ignition	Single set of breaker points with distributor
Starting	Electric
Max Power	62 hp / 46.2 kW @ 7250 rpm
Max Torque	NA
Transmission	4 Speed contant mesh
Final Drive	Shaft
Front Suspension	Telehydraulic forks
Rear Suspension	Swinging arm with hydraulic dampers preload adjustable
Front Brakes	2x Leading shoe drum
Rear Brakes	Single leading shoe drum
Front Tyre	90/90-18
Rear Tyre	110/90-18
Dry Weight	227 kg / 500 lbs
Fuel Capacity	22.5 Litres / 5.9 US gal

Moto Guzzi introduced the 757cc via an 83mm bore in 1968, and at the same time receiving larger valves and dual valve springs. The fuel tank was enlarged, the frame lengthened and strengthened, and the model designated the 750 Ambassador in the US, and V7 Special across the rest of the world. The V7 Special retained a right-side gearshift, while the US Ambassador now shifted on the left. Production lasted until 1974, and many more were produced compared to the V7 (nearly 12,000). A police version was also produced.