Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Overview - Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	Boxer
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	106.5 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	73 mm
Engine power	Engine power	65 HP	Engine power	145 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	6,800 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	73 Nm	Torque	149 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	13.3
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened, Dry	Clutch Type	Antihopping
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	liquid-air
Displacement	Displacement	853 ccm	Displacement	1,300 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Telelever

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Paralever
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Dual Shock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload
Material	Material	Steel	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Double cradle	Frame type	Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	310 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	285 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, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Riding modes, Combined Brake System, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	90 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	18 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	170 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,165 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Width	Width	800 mm	Width	1,012 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,450 mm	Wheelbase	1,534 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	780 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	223 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	269 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	30 l
Top Speed	Top Speed	175 km/h	Top Speed	200 km/h
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A
Range	Range	428 km	Range	395 km
Combined CO2 emissions	Combined CO2 emissions	119 g/km	Combined CO2 emissions	113 g/km
Combined fuel consumption	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km	Combined fuel consumption	4.9 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

The BMW R 1300 GS Adventure remains an impressive adventure bike with a powerful transmission, a high level of comfort and superior dynamics. It shines with its agile handling, high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems and first-class ergonomics. Minor weaknesses can be seen in the brakes and electronics in extreme conditions, as well as its high weight. Despite its polarised design, it is a clear choice for experienced riders who appreciate comfort and performance on lengthy tours.

Agile boxer transmission

amazingly neutral handling

great ergonomics for long distances

high range

high-quality Advanced Rider Assistance Systems allow very dynamic driving manoeuvres

great features

great operating concept

superb seat

very harmonious steering behaviour

impressive stability at high speeds

superior power even in demanding conditions

High weight - difficult to heave off the stand

somewhat limited braking feel on very poor tarmac

traction control and combined ABS reach their limits in extreme conditions

very high seating position is challenging for shorter riders

looks even more polarising than on previous models

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Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs. BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Overview - Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 vs BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

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Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024 compared to BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Suspension Front

Suspension Rear

Chassis

Brakes Front

Brakes Rear

Assistance Systems

Dimensions and Weights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V7 Special 2024

BMW R 1300 GS Adventure 2025

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