Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024 vs. Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Overview - Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024 vs Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024 compared to Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	V	Engine type	V
Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	92 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	67.4 mm
Engine power	Engine power	80 HP	Engine power	95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,750 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	83 Nm	Torque	90 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,100 rpm	Rpm at Torque	6,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	11
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Degrees	Degrees	90	Degrees	90
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Toughened	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Digital	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Chain
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
Valves	Valves	OHV	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	853 ccm	Displacement	896.1 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	41 mm	Diameter	41 mm
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	160 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	170 mm	Travel	160 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound
Material	Material	Aluminium	Material	Aluminium

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Actuation	Actuation	Hydraulic	Actuation	Hydraulic
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,210 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,530 mm	Wheelbase	1,505 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	870 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	230 kg	Kerb Weight (with ABS)	212 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.5 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2024

Do owners of an older V85 TT now have to switch? Of course not, but the extensive changes for the 2024 model year were sensible, the engine looks a little more "grown-up" and the lean angle-dependent Advanced Rider Assistance Systems are beneficial to riding safety. All in all, the classically beautiful Moto Guzzi V85 TT - or Strada and TT Travel - is still a wonderful touring motorbike that feels most at home on the road and is made for relaxed cruising, although it can also take corners with real agility and of course also masters easier off-road passages. All this, combined with its iconic appearance and the unique selling point in its vehicle class of a low-maintenance cardan transmission, make it a real alternative in the mid-range enduro and adventure touring segment.

Pleasant, present V2 engine

good sound

contemporary Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

well-tuned riding modes

easy-care cardan drive

ready for easier off-road passages

cruise control as standard

unmistakable, timelessly beautiful look

harmonious, linear steering behaviour

high grip and traction

robust and reliable design

comfortable seating position

intuitive TFT display

suitable for long distances

riding experience full of character.

Relatively high weight in relation to power

no quickshifter available

not made for tougher off-road

sluggish handling at low speeds

clutch requires a lot of manual force

noticeable load change reactions

limited knee room for taller riders

searching for neutral in the transmission is sometimes a bit annoying

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Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 2018

Aprilia's Dorsoduro 900 is a familiar candidate in the supermoto segment. Power and handling are not at the top of the field, but they are perfectly sufficient to make it a real fun bike for the country road. Moreover, the Dorsoduro is considered a comparatively rare motorbike, which is why you certainly won't get lost in the crowd at the motorbike meeting. The Aprilia Dorsoduro 900 is our recommendation for all those who want supermoto looks but also want to ride longer tours in a relaxed manner.

smooth engine

good sound

easy handling

extensive assistance systems

nice looks

could have a bit more power

high seat

high weight