MOTO GUZZI

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Italian motorcycle maker from Mandello del Lario, established in 1921 and the oldest European maker in continuous production.

Established: 15 March 1921, in Mandello del Lario
Owner: Piaggio Group, since 2004
Known for: Air-cooled 90-degree V-twins
Founders: Giorgio Parodi and Carlo Guzzi

Moto Guzzi was conceived by two aircraft pilots and their mechanic during the First World War, and the company was founded on 15 March 1921 in Mandello del Lario. Its motorcycles are noted for air-cooled 90-degree V-twins with a longitudinal crankshaft.

The marque is credited with industry innovations such as the first motorcycle centre stand, wind tunnel and eight-cylinder engine, and won five consecutive 350 cc world championships between 1953 and 1957. Since 2004 it has been a wholly owned subsidiary of the Piaggio Group.

1921Moto Guzzi founded in Mandello del Lario
1935Double victory at the Isle of Man TT
1946Incorporated as Moto Guzzi S.p.A.
1953First of five consecutive 350 cc world titles
2004Becomes a Piaggio Group subsidiary