Moto Guzzi V 50 III vs Moto Guzzi V 50 C (1983)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 50 IIIstacks up against the Moto Guzzi V 50 C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 50 IIIMoto Guzzi V 50 C
Model year19831983
Price
Engine490 cc490 cc
Horsepower49 hp49 hp
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesDual discDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires90/90-18 / 100/90-18 100/90-18 / 130/90-16

Moto Guzzi V 50 III vs Moto Guzzi V 50 C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 50 III and the Moto Guzzi V 50 C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 50 III brings 49 hp, while the Moto Guzzi V 50 C counters with 49 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: