Italian motorcycle brand Moto Guzzi has returned to South Africa after an absence of more than five years.

The first two new models to arrive in SA will be showcased at the AMiD Motorcycle Lifestyle Show at the Johannesburg Expo Centre from 24-26 August.

Motor Guzzi, established in 1921 and one of the trendsetters in the Italian motorcycle industry, is now one of seven brands in the Piaggio stable.

Moto Guzzi now concentrates on road and adventure machines. One of each will be on display at the local show, being a 750cc V7 Café Racer and the 1200cc V-Twin Stelvio NTX Adventure bike.