THE SPECIALIST
When it came to seeking specialist help for another example of the Mandello del Lario’s seminal models, we were fortunate that Ed Wolstenholme volunteered straight away. His company, Gutsibits, can supply the majority of parts for just about any motorcycle Moto Guzzi has made in the last 50 years. We are grateful for his time in helping again.
■ Gutsibits: 01484 841395; www.gutsibits.co.uk
MODEL HISTORY
The seminal 700cc V-twin powerplant that revitalised Moto Guzzi, came about in pursuit of a government contract. It was equally applicable for motorcycle use, where it was installed in various styles of cycle parts. At the end of the 1960s, with new designer Lino Tonti in charge, America’s LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) came calling. The deputation was impressed at the speed with which the Italian manufacturer
