Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 12 2024
Overview - Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs BMW R 12 2024

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 12 2024
Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 compared to BMW R 12 2024
Engine and Drive Train
Engine type | Engine type | V | Engine type | Boxer |
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Bore | Bore | 84 mm | Bore | 101 mm |
Stroke | Stroke | 77 mm | Stroke | 73 mm |
Engine power | Engine power | 65 HP | Engine power | 95 HP |
Rpm at Max. Power | Rpm at Max. Power | 6,800 rpm | Rpm at Max. Power | 6,500 rpm |
Torque | Torque | 73 Nm | Torque | 110 Nm |
Rpm at Torque | Rpm at Torque | 5,000 rpm | Rpm at Torque | 6,000 rpm |
Compression Ratio | Compression Ratio | 10.5 | Compression Ratio | 12 |
Fuel system | Fuel system | Injection | Fuel system | Injection |
Starter | Starter | Electric | Starter | Electric |
Clutch Type | Clutch Type | Toughened, Dry | Clutch Type | Toughened, Dry |
Transmission | Transmission | Prop shaft | Transmission | Prop shaft |
Transmission Type | Transmission Type | Gearshift | Transmission Type | Gearshift |
Number of gears | Number of gears | 6 | Number of gears | 6 |
Cylinders | Cylinders | 2 | Cylinders | 2 |
Strokes | Strokes | 4-Stroke | Strokes | 4-Stroke |
Valves per cylinder | Valves per cylinder | 2 | Valves per cylinder | 4 |
Cooling | Cooling | Air | Cooling | Oil-air |
Displacement | Displacement | 853 ccm | Displacement | 1,170 ccm |
Suspension Front
Front suspension | Front suspension | Telescopic fork | Front suspension | Upside-Down telescopic fork |
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Diameter | Diameter | 40 mm | Diameter | 45 mm |
Suspension Rear
Suspension | Suspension | Swing arm | Suspension | Paralever |
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Shock absorber | Shock absorber | Dual Shock | Shock absorber | Monoshock |
Adjustment | Adjustment | Preload | Adjustment | Preload, Rebound |
Material | Material | Steel | Material | Aluminium |
Chassis
Frame | Frame | Steel | Frame | Steel |
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Frame type | Frame type | Double cradle | Frame type | Tubular, Load-bearing engine |
Brakes Front
Type | Type | Single disk | Type | Double disk |
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Diameter | Diameter | 320 mm | Diameter | 310 mm |
Piston | Piston | Four pistons | Piston | Four pistons |
Shock mount | Shock mount | Floating caliper | Shock mount | Fixed caliper |
Brakes Rear
Type | Type | Disc | Type | Disc |
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Diameter | Diameter | 260 mm | Diameter | 265 mm |
Piston | Piston | Double piston | Piston | Double piston |
Shock mount | Shock mount | Floating caliper | Shock mount | Floating caliper |
Assistance Systems
Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Traction control | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control |
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Dimensions and Weights
Front tyre width | Front tyre width | 100 mm | Front tyre width | 100 mm |
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Front tyre height | Front tyre height | 90 % | Front tyre height | 90 % |
Front tyre diameter | Front tyre diameter | 18 inch | Front tyre diameter | 19 inch |
Rear tyre width | Rear tyre width | 150 mm | Rear tyre width | 150 mm |
Rear tyre height | Rear tyre height | 70 % | Rear tyre height | 80 % |
Rear tyre diameter | Rear tyre diameter | 17 inch | Rear tyre diameter | 16 inch |
Length | Length | 2,165 mm | Length | 2,200 mm |
Width | Width | 800 mm | Width | 830 mm |
Wheelbase | Wheelbase | 1,450 mm | Wheelbase | 1,520 mm |
Seat Height | Seat Height | 780 mm | Seat Height | 754 mm |
Kerb Weight (with ABS) | Kerb Weight (with ABS) | 223 kg | Kerb Weight (with ABS) | 227 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 l | Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 l |
License compliancy | License compliancy | A | License compliancy | A |
Range | Range | 428 km | Range | 274 km |
Combined CO2 emissions | Combined CO2 emissions | 119 g/km | Combined CO2 emissions | 119 g/km |
Combined fuel consumption | Combined fuel consumption | 4.9 l/100km | Combined fuel consumption | 5.1 l/100km |
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.
BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.
Powerful boxer engine
Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response
Comfortable but low seating position
Agile handling despite cruiser design
Excellent brakes
Good lean angle-dependent traction control
High-quality cornering ABS
Comfortable riding on long lengths
Great features available
Classic design with a modern touch
Stable road holding
Good feedback even on slippery surfaces
Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads
Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty
Relatively high clutch effort
Little travel limits universal character somewhat