At last year’s EICMA, Moto Guzzi subtly teased a new adventure motorcycle that would resurrect the iconic Stelvio moniker. Now, fresh spy shots of the new Stelvio have surfaced on the internet that reveal the motorcycle is ever closer to the launch. The images also reveal intriguing details, even a front radar system which is a first for the Italian bikemaker. Here’s all you need to know.
The 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Takes Inspiration From The V100 Mandello
Spied near Noale, the new Stelvio is inspired by Guzzi’s adventure-tourer, the V100 Mandello, made evident by the all-LED headlight and overall silhouette seen here. But there are notable changes. What catch the eye first are the fore and aft spoke wheels that take over from the Mandello’s cast aluminum setup. The front looks bigger than the rear, so expect this to be a 19/17-inch combination. We also spot a set of handguards, an aluminum bash plate, and a transparent windscreen (unlike the tinted one of the tourer), all of which aim to make the ADV ready for off-road shenanigans. Bonus points as these bring it closer to the original Stelvio as well.
The most exciting aspect, however, is the black square box bejeweled up top, right below the new windscreen. Yes, that’s a front radar system - a first for Moto Guzzi - expected to be a Bosch unit that will enable adaptive cruise control functionality. Besides this, the Mandello’s electronics - custom rider modes, traction control, cornering ABS, five-inch TFT - will also find their way on the new adventure motorcycle. There’s no word on a rear radar setup, though.
The 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Will Feature A 1,042cc Engine
At the Stelvio’s heart, the spy shots show the same 1,042cc twin-cylinder engine and shaft drive found on the Mandello. This engine produces 115 horsepower and 77 pound-feet, via a quickshifter-equipped six-speed gearbox–all expected to remain as is. We do, however, expect a few minor tweaks to the gearing and engine map for better mid-range grunt.
As for underpinnings, the Stelvio rides on upside-down forks and monoshock, likely the same as the base model of the Mandello, albeit with increased travel. The brakes seem identical too, with two 320 mm rotors up top, clamped by four-piston Brembo monoblocs. So in a way, the biggest update (for the underpinnings) will be the aforementioned spoke wheels.
The 2024 Moto Guzzi Stelvio Will Debut Near The 2023 EICMA
Though the Stelvio appears closer to production, this is only the first time it’s been spied on a test. Considering this, we believe Moto Guzzi is still perfecting the new ADV, and it will break cover no sooner than the 2023 EICMA. Once out, it’ll enjoy cut-throat competition from popular ADVs like the Husqvarna Norden 901, KTM 890 Adventure, and the MV Agusta Lucky Explore 9.5. Not to mention, the uber-capable Ducati DesertX.