This bagger-style touring motorcycle was previewed as a prototype at EICMA in 2014 before reaching production in 2016 as the Flying Fortress edition. Moto Guzzi positioned it as a highly distinctive, luxury-oriented long-distance machine, combining the brand’s traditional transverse V-twin character with a modern, premium full-dress touring format. Its styling was deliberately dramatic, with a large front fairing, integrated luggage and a low-slung stance that set it apart from more conventional touring cruisers.
The model is closely tied to Moto Guzzi’s 1400 big-block era, which also underpinned the company’s larger California-based cruisers. In official brand history, the 2016 launch is presented as the production debut of the limited-edition Flying Fortress version, following the earlier prototype reveal. The nameplate became known for its unusual blend of Italian design flair, long-distance comfort and custom-inspired presence, aimed at riders who wanted a touring motorcycle with strong visual identity rather than a generic highway machine.
Because no later revival is documented in the official sources reviewed, the exact ending year cannot be confirmed with enough confidence for publication here.