The GG Duetto was sold as motorcycle-sidecar combination built by Swiss manufacturer Grüter + Gut Motorradtechnik GmbH (GG) between 1994 and 1999. Approximately 30 units were produced.

GG Duetto
ManufacturerGrüter + Gut Motorradtechnik GmbH (GG)
Production1994-1999
ClassSidecar
Engine1,092 cc (67 cu in), inline four-cylinder, fuel injected 4 valve per cylinder, liquid cooled
Power100 hp (66 kW) @ 8000 rpm
Torque107 N.M. at 5,599 rpm
Transmission5 speed, 4 Speed with optional reverse
Frame typeSquare tube cradle frame
SuspensionFront: single sided GG swingarm with hub-center steering and adjustable gas shock absorber

Rear: BMW single sided swingarm with adjustable shock absorber

Sidecar chassis made of sealed square steel tubes. Wheel suspension with trapezoid and single shock absorber
BrakesFront: internally ventilated disc, 8 piston caliper, electronic ABS

Rear: disc and 2 piston caliper, electronic ABS

Sidecar: disc and 2-piston caliper, electronic ABS
Tires185/50-14 VR front, 195/50-15 VR rear, 185/50-14 VR sidecar
Wheelbase67 inches (1,700 mm)
DimensionsL: 95 inches (2,400 mm)
W: 60 inches (1,500 mm)
Seat height30 inches (760 mm)
Weight410 kg (904 lb) (dry)
Fuel capacity38 L (8.4 imp gal; 10 US gal)
RelatedGG Quad, GG Spartico, GG Cruso, GG Quadster

Unlike a traditional sidecar added to a motorcycle, the GG Duetto is built to function only as a sidecar. While many manufacturers offer kits to convert existing motorcycles for sidecar operation, the GG Duetto was only sold as a fully assembled vehicle not registered as a vehicle produced by BMW motorcycles.

Technical data

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  • Aluminum single-sided swingarm
  • Hub-center steering
  • GG built eight piston front brake caliper
  • Electric motor operated sidecar access
  • Antilock brakes on all three wheels
  • Specific built Marchesini wheels
  • Electrically height adjustable sidecar windscreen
  • GFK laminate body

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