Moto Guzzi’s renovated Lake Como headquarters welcomes a pilgrimage of motorcycle-bound aficionados
Summary
Moto Guzzi, an Italian motorcycle maker, reopened its renovated factory and museum by Lake Como to celebrate its 105th anniversary. The upgraded space is larger and includes new technology to help build motorcycles, though many parts of the process remain handmade.Key Facts
- Moto Guzzi’s historic factory and museum near Lake Como were renovated and expanded by 5,500 square meters.
- The renovations took five years and cost more than 50 million euros (about $58 million).
- The factory now has automated systems to move parts and robots to handle finished motorcycles during final testing.
- Despite automation, the company still hand-assembles its motorcycles, which feature distinctive two-cylinder engines.
- The factory expansion could allow production of up to 30,000 motorcycles annually, potentially doubling past capacity.
- Moto Guzzi has been owned by the Piaggio Group since 2004, the same company that makes Vespa scooters.
- Thousands of Moto Guzzi fans attended the reopening event and an annual ride around the lake.
- The renovation aims to make the facility welcoming to both motorcycle fans and curious visitors.
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