In the early 80s, Guzzi could only export their 1000 (949cc) engine to the US because of stricter emissions rules. In ’83, MG was able to bring the 850 back, meaning they could also sell the Le Mans Mk III again – 2,609 were sold that first year.
The Mark III produced 76 horsepower at the crank and was capable of about 132 miles per hour. One of the 80 improvements made between the Mk II and Mk III was Guzzi’s “Nigusil” lining – a shortening of Nickel-Guzzi-Silicon. For more on the Le Mans III, check out this review from a long time owner.
This 2-owner example looks great in white, and it impressively has service records going back to 1983, plus the factory shop manual and owners manual. The seller has had it since 2012 and he notes that there are several upgrades: FAC dampers, Wirth springs, KONI rear shocks, LaFranconi mufflers, Joe Kenny head guards, a Stucchi seat, and more. The bike recently got a top end rebuild and it’s claimed to be a “a well sorted Iconic Italian thoroughbred that looks, sounds and performs excellent.”
Find this Le Mans for sale here on Craigslist for $7,300 in Bucks County, Pennsyvlania.
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