 This model featured an all new chassis.The "Sfida 1100 ie biposto" was introduced in 1997 using the Guzzi “Electronic Fuel Injection” engine and a rear seat section capable of carrying a passenger, and in 1998 the "Sfida 1000 4V" with the Guzzi 4 valve engine,

Also in 1998 two other new models were released, the new Australia 98, which was fitted with the 102 hp 4-valve engines, and the "Giappone 52" a limited edition model to commemorate 20 years of the Magni company and the 50 anniversary of "Fukuda Motors", Magni's Japanese importer.This was a limited edition machine for the Japanese market.