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MOTO GUZZI 

 Quota 1100 ES 

 Owner’s Manual 

 

Front and rear direction indicators 

(fig. 32) 
Undo screws «B» that hold the reflectors to the direction indicator units to remove it ; To 

remove the bulb from its holder, press in and turn. 

 N.B. - Do not overtighten the reflector retaining screws as this will break the 

reflector. 

Bulbs 

Headlight: 

 

Driving 

beam 

   55 

 

Dipped 

beam 

   55 

 

Side/parking 

lights 

  5 

Tail light: 

 

Number plate, stop light 

 

5/21 W 

Direction indicators 

 

 

10 W 

Speedo, rev counter lights 

 

3 W 

Instrument panel warning lights 

1.2 W 

Adjusting the headlight beam 

(fig. 33) 
The headlight beam should always be kept adjusted at the correct height to ensure good 
visibility and to avoid dazzling on coming traffic. 
To adjust the vertical orientation of the beam, work on the adjustment screw «A» after 
having removed the instrument panel. Turn the screw clockwise to raise the beam, counter-

clockwise to lower it. 

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Summary of Contents for QUOTA 1100 ES

Page 1: ...MOTO GUZZI Quota 1100 ES Owner s Manual MOTO GUZZI Quota 1100 ES Owner s Manual 1 ...

Page 2: ...s manual in order to know your motorcycle s features and how to operate it safely All major checking and overhaul jobs are best carried out by our dealers who have the necessary facilities to quickly and competently repair your Moto Guzzi Repairs or adjustments by any other than a Guzzi dealer during the warranty period could invalidate the warranty right IMPORTANT The text is supplemented with sc...

Page 3: ...0 Spare Parts 10 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 11 Control panel 11 Light switches 12 Horn Button Headlamp Flasher and direction indicators 13 Choke control 13 Clutch lever 13 Starter Button and Engine Stop Lever 14 Throttle twist grip 14 Brake lever front brake 15 Brake pedal for rear brake 15 Gear change pedal 15 Fuel filler cap 15 Electric fuel cocks 16 Fuse box 16 Tool compartment 17 Helmet holder 1...

Page 4: ... Washing 30 Drying 30 Storage 30 CLEANING THE WINDSCREEN 31 LUBRICATION 32 Engine lubrication 32 Checking the oil level 32 Oil change 32 Changing the filter cartridge and cleaning the mesh filter 33 Gearbox lubrication 33 Checking the oil level 33 Oil change 33 Rear transmission box lubrication 34 Checking the oil level 34 Oil change 34 Front fork oil change 34 Greasing 35 VALVE GEAR 36 Valve clea...

Page 5: ...EQUIPMENT 42 Battery 42 Instructions for recharging 42 Replacing bulbs 43 Headlight 43 Instrument panel 43 Tail light 43 Front and rear direction indicators 44 Bulbs 44 Adjusting the headlight beam 44 WIRING DIAGRAM 46 Key to wiring diagram 46 Fuse 46 5 ...

Page 6: ...ctronic injection timed sequential MAGNETI MARELLI IAW 15M Alfa N system single throttlebody Weber IW031 injectors electric pump with pressure regulator digital control of optimized injection times Lubrication Pressure fed by gear pump Wire mesh and cartridge filters on oil sump Normal lubrication pressure 3 8 4 2 kg cm2 pressure valve on oil sump Low oil pressure sensor electrical on crankcase Ge...

Page 7: ...drive With helical gears 1 1 3529 Z 17 23 Gearbox 5 speed front engaging constant mesh Incorporated Cush drive Control pedal on left side of machine Gear ratios 1st 1 2 Z 14 28 2nd 1 1 3158 Z 19 25 3rd 1 1 Z 23 23 4th 1 0 8462 Z 26 22 5th 1 0 7308 Z 26 19 Final drive Cardan shaft with gears Ratio 1 4 125 Z 8 33 Overall gear ratios engine wheel 1st gear 1 11 1618 2nd gear 1 7 3433 3rd gear 1 5 5809...

Page 8: ...Ø 296 mm braking cylinder Ø 30 32 mm pump Ø 16 mm Rear Disk with floating caliper with two parallel pistons Pedal lever control located in the centre on the righthand side of the vehicle disk Ø 260 mm braking cylinder Ø 28 mm pump Ø 13 mm Dimensions and weight Wheelbase 1 600 m Overall length 2 260 m Overall width 0 935 m Height with screen 1 355 m minimum height from ground 0 170 m Weight dry 245...

Page 9: ...ommended product Fuel tank reserve approx 4 lt approx 20 Super petrol 97 NO RM min Unleaded petrol 95 NO RM min Oil sump 3 Agip 4T SUPER RACING SAE 20W 50 Gearbox 0 750 Agip Rotra MP SAE 80W 90 oil Rear drive bevel set lub 0 250 of which 0 230 0 020 Agip Rotra MP SAE 80W 90 oil Agip Rocol ASO R or Molykote type A Front forks for leg 0 565 Shock Absorbers oil SAE 7 5 Front and rear brake circuits A...

Page 10: ... the tubular frame and on the crankcase The number stamped on the tubular frame is written in the motorcycle logbook and is the vehicle s legal identification Spare Parts Always use approved Moto Guzzi Original Spares only when replacing or repairing parts Use of spares which are not approved will invalidate warranty rights 10 ...

Page 11: ...locked Engine off no contact key removable Position P steering locked Engine off with switch A of fig 4 in position the parking light is on Key removable In order to use the steering lock mechanism proceed as follows Turn the handlebars to the left Press the key downwards and release it then turn it in an anticlockwise direction to the LOCK or P position WARNING Never turn the key to position LOCK...

Page 12: ...n If the pilot light doesn t go out then the pressure is not at the required level in this case stop the engine immediately and check the fault 9 Pilot light red for generator current output Should go out when the engine reaches a certain number of revs 10 Petrol tank reserve pilot light orange Light switches fig 4 These switches are on the left handlebar Switch A Position lights off Position park...

Page 13: ...ight control Push button D Position for right turn signals control Position for left turn signals control Press the switch to disconnect flashers Choke control F in fig 4 The CHOKE is on the left handlebar and is used for cold starts Position 1 CHOKE on starting position Position 2 CHOKE off engine running Clutch lever G in fig 4 This is on the left handlebar and is only to be used when starting o...

Page 14: ...ge the clutch fully if the engine is cold put the CHOKE control F in the starting position 1 see fig 4 press the starter button A start To stop the engine in case of emergency turn the lever B to position off Once the engine has stopped turn the key switch fig 3 in position OFF remove the key from the switch Throttle twist grip C in fig 5 The throttle control is on the right handlebar turning the ...

Page 15: ...nder by a tierod Gear change pedal fig 6 It is located on the left of the motorcycle 1st gear push front pedal down 2nd 3rd 4th 5th gears push rear pedal down neutral between 1st and 2nd gears Before changing gear disengage the clutch fully Fuel filler cap fig 7 To open turn the key clockwise N B Fuel spillage caused during refueling should be cleaned immediately to prevent damage to the fuel tank...

Page 16: ...ey of the changeover switch 1 on Fig 3 is in its On position Should the cocks not be working properly first check the condition of the fuse 3 on Fig 9 Fuse box fig 9 Situated on the rear left hand side of the motorbike to access it remove the left hand side panel The fuse box has 6 15 Amp fuses their functions are indicated by the decal on the cover Before changing a burnt fuse trace and repair th...

Page 17: ...il light dashboard lights instruments lighting Fuse 6 blinkers intermittence Tool compartment fig 10 To gain access to tool compartment remove the right hand side panel Helmet holder fig 11 The helmet can be left with the motorcycle using the helmet holder with lock A N B never leave the helmet in the holder when the motorcycle is running as it may interfere with the moving parts 17 ...

Page 18: ...s Unscrew the saddle locking screws Lift the saddle pressing downward on the front part as shown on the figure Motorbike lateral supporting arm A in fig 13 The motorbike is equipped with an arm that serves as a lateral support during parking when the motorbike is moved to an upright position the lateral arm automatically returns to the rest position 18 ...

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Page 20: ...the engine is cold 1 fig 4 that switch B fig 5 is in position run Cold starting After making the above checks engage the clutch and press the button A in fig 5 Once the engine has started and before putting the CHOKE lever back to its normal running position 2 in fig 4 allow the engine to idle for a few seconds in summer or a few minutes in winter ATTENTION If the green warning light does not come...

Page 21: ...he throttle gradually to avoid over revving the engine when releasing the clutch lever Stopping the motorcycle Close the throttle and use the brakes just as the vehicle is about to stop disengage the clutch These three operations should be carefully coordinated to maintain full control of the vehicle When slowing down in normal conditions use the gearbox to provide engine braking to slow the vehic...

Page 22: ... they are properly bedded in care taken in this period will ensure prolonged vehicle life After the first 500 1 500 km Change the engine oil Should the oil level drop to the minimum level before the first 500 1 500 kilometers have been completed then carry out a complete oil change rather than just topping up Recommended oil Agip 4T SUPER RACING SAE 20W 50 Replace gear lubrication oil Replace tran...

Page 23: ...low the wear limit they should be changed There is no need to bleed the brakes when the new pads have just been fitted pumping the brake lever a few times will return the caliper pistons to their normal position When changing the pads also check the flexible hoses if damaged they should be replaced immediately N B Use the brakes with moderation for the first 100 km after fitting new brake pads to ...

Page 24: ...ery 20 000 km or at least once a year To ensure efficient braking there should be no air bubbles in the brake circuit if the brake lever has too much travel or a spongy action this means that there are bubbles in the brake circuit When flushing the Brake circuits only use fresh brake fluid Never use alcohol for flushing or compressed air for drying we recommend the use of trichloroethylene for met...

Page 25: ...bsorbers with separate adjustment of the springs pre loading and the action of the dampers in extension To adjust the pre loading of the spring remove the saddle using the correct wrench loosen off ringnut A and adjust ringnut B tightening up increases the spring pre loading To adjust the hydraulic braking in extension work on the ring nut C Turn it counter clockwise to increase clockwise to decre...

Page 26: ...Owner s Manual turn the adjuster nut C to take up any play When play has been adjusted tighten the nut B and the steering head fixing bolt A It is recommended to perform the operation described above at our dealer locations 26 ...

Page 27: ...wheel go through the instructions in reverse order taking care of the correct position of the spacers pump the brake lever a few times to return the caliper pistons to their normal position Rear wheel fig 20 To remove the rear wheel from the oscillating swing arm and final drive proceed as follows place the vehicle on the center stand undo nut A with washer B from the spindle final drive side loos...

Page 28: ...cle The max allowed weight supported by this motorcycle is 210 kgs passengers luggage accessories Divided up as follows Front axle 65 kg Rear axle 155 kg Tires Tires are among those machine components which require regular checking Machine stability rider comfort and safety all depend on good tire condition Do not use tires with less than 2 mm of tread Incorrect tire pressures can cause instabilit...

Page 29: ...A A A Nuts and bolts A A A A A A Fuel tank cocks filters and pipes A A A Gear box oil R R R R R R Rear drive box oil R R R R R R Wheel and steering bearings A A Fork legs oil R R R Starter motor and generator A A Brake systems fluid A A R A R A Brake pads A A A A A A KEY A Inspections Adjustments Possible replacements Servicing C Cleanings R Replacements Occasionally lubricate joints and cables ev...

Page 30: ...r car cleaning These products should be washed off immediately with water do not use water at high temperatures or pressures Storage If the vehicle is to remain idle for a considerable period of time e g for the winter period it should be stored in the following way clean the vehicle thoroughly empty the fuel tank and feeding system If left for a long time the fuel will evaporate leaving incrustat...

Page 31: ...s or similar products do not use abrasive substances pumice sand emery paper files etc wash all dust and dirt away before polishing Small superficial scratches can be removed using a mild polish paint or sealing compound can be removed before harden by using diesel isopropylic alcohol or butyl cellosolvent do not use methyl alcohol use soft cloths sponges chamy leathers or cotton wool do not rub t...

Page 32: ... grade of oil N B The oil level check should be carried out after the engine has run for a few minutes the dipstick plug A should be screwed fully home Oil change The oil should be changed after the first 500 1 500 km and then every 10 000 km change the oil when the engine is warm Allow the sump to drain fully before filling up with new oil A Oil filler plug with dipstick fig 21 B Oil drain plug f...

Page 33: ...air Blow the oil ducts in the sump out with compressed air and refit the mesh filter Do not forget to fit a new sump gasket when refitting the sump It is recommended to perform the operation described above at our dealer locations Gearbox lubrication fig 23 Checking the oil level Every 5 000 km check that the oil just reaches the level at plug hole B If the oil is below the level top up with the r...

Page 34: ... drain fully before filling with new oil A Level plug B Filler plug C Drain plug Quantity required 0 250 liters of which 0 230 liters of Agip Rotra MP SAE 80 W 90 oil 0 020 liters of Agip Rocol ASO R oil or Molykote type A oil Front fork oil change fig 25 After the first 500 1 500 Km and afterwards every 20 000 km or at least once a year About 0 565 liters of oil is needed for the MARZOCCHI SAE 7 ...

Page 35: ... Quota 1100 ES Owner s Manual These operations are best carried out by an authorized dealer Greasing To grease steering bearings swinging arm bearings control rod joints side stand fittings Use Agip Grease 30 35 ...

Page 36: ...ne cold and the piston at TDC in the compressions phase valves closed Remove the rocker box cover and proceed as follows 1 loosen nut A 2 turn the adjuster screw B to obtain the clearances intake valve 0 10 mm exhaust valve 0 15 mm Use a suitable feeler gauge C to measure the clearances Remember that if the clearances are greater than those specified valve gear will be noisy if the valves donor cl...

Page 37: ...the delivery can already begin for each cylinder from the expansion phase until the suction phase already begun The timing for the initial delivery is contained in the electronic unit Static inductive discharge ignition with dwell control provided by the power module in built in the electronic box and ignition advance mapping stored in the electronic box The coils receive the control inputs from t...

Page 38: ...ew time and detects the throttle angle and the temperature of the engine After starting the engine the unit receives the revolution and phase signals which allow it to control the injection and the ignition To make the starting phase easy an enrichment of the main quantity upon the oil temperature is performed After the starting phase the unit begins the check of the advance Acceleration operation...

Page 39: ...omponents in the electronic injection ignition system Any adjustment or maintenance work should be carried out at the dealer s workshop Adjusting the idle setting and the CO fig 27 To set the idling speed to 1 200 rpm adjust screw A Open and close the throttle a few times to check that the idling remains constant The CO value should be between 1 2 N B The idle setting should be adjusted when the e...

Page 40: ... group the saddle and fuel tank must be removed in order to have access to it For the above operations it is advisable to apply to a Moto Guzzi dealer Spark plugs fig 30 Use the following types of spark plug NGK BPR 6 ES Spark plug gap 0 7 mm Remove the spark plugs for cleaning and checking at the intervals Refit the plugs by hand taking care not to cross thread them they should screw home easily ...

Page 41: ...ning or inefficiencies of the ignition system the spark plug wire connections spark plug cap and the spark plugs must be of the recommended type as original equipment Do not make any plug current check if the original spark plug cap are not fitted otherwise the electronic power box would be irreparably damaged Bear in mind that this also applies to any vehicles equipped with the electronic ignitio...

Page 42: ...microswitch coils electro injectors Starter microswitch Headlight Tall light Direction indicators Selector indicators Light direction indicator horn and headlamp flasher switch Hazard warning lights switch Starter and stop device Electric horns Horn switch Battery The battery has a voltage of 12 V and a capacity of 13 Ah it is charged by the generator To reach the battery remove the right hand sid...

Page 43: ...ove the rubber protective cap and release the lamps After having reassembled the unit make sure no other wiring connection has been accidentally disconnected The lamp holder complete with side light bulb is push fitted N B When changing the headlight bulb driving dipped beams take care not to touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers Instrument panel fig 31 Remove the instrument panel aft...

Page 44: ...ipped beam 55 W Side parking lights 5 W Tail light Number plate stop light 5 21 W Direction indicators 10 W Speedo rev counter lights 3 W Instrument panel warning lights 1 2 W Adjusting the headlight beam fig 33 The headlight beam should always be kept adjusted at the correct height to ensure good visibility and to avoid dazzling on coming traffic To adjust the vertical orientation of the beam wor...

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Page 46: ...Fuse box see table 28 Solenoid valves electric taps 29 Light relays MINIRELAY SIEMENS 30 5 way AMP connector 31 R H Device Ignition Run 32 Front brake stop switch 33 4 way AMP connector 34 Key ignition switch 35 IAW 15M electronic unit 36 Air temperature sensor NTC ATS05 37 Three way diagnosis AMP connector 38 Warning light LED 39 Cylinder ignition coil AT LH BAE850AK 40 Cylinder ignition coil AT ...

Page 47: ...ight blue Bianco Giallo White Yellow Bianco Marrone White Brown Bianco Nero White Black Blu Nero Blue Black Giallo Nero Yellow Black Nero Grigio Black Grey Rosso Bianco Red White Rosso Blu Red Blue Rosso Giallo Red Yellow Rosso Nero Red Black Rosso Verde Red Green Verde Grigio Green Grey Verde Nero Green Black Rosa Nero Pink Black Marrone Nero Brown Black Bianco Blu White Blue Bianco Verde White G...

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