Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 vs. Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

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Overview - Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 vs Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 compared to Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019
Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeIn line crankpin offset
BoreBore84 mmBore78 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke67.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power80 HPEngine power47 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,100 rpm
TorqueTorque80 NmTorque52 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,000 rpmRpm at Torque4,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio9.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric, Kick
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughenedClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionDigitalIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
ValvesValvesOHVValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement648 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionTelescopic fork
TravelTravel170 mmTravel110 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberDual Shock
MaterialMaterialSteelMaterialSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonDouble piston
BrandBrandBremboBrandBrembo

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter240 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width100 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height90 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter19 inchFront tyre diameter18 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width130 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter18 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height804 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity21 lFuel Tank Capacity13.7 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA2

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

The cruiser among the touring enduros radiates cosiness and sovereignty. Its thundering V2 engine moves well and forgivingly. The chassis and brakes also work well. It is just as ill-suited to extreme off-road situations as it is in the hands of notorious knee-grinders. The Moto Guzzi V 85 TT likes to do its rounds in a refined and comfortable manner, and even for longer tours it offers enough practical comfort with its cardan drive and ergonomics. On top of that, it looks sensational and conveys emotion. The only thing some of our testers would like is a few more horses than its 80 hp.

Cosy, forgiving V2 engine

great sound

good decelerating brakes

very iconic, beautiful exterior

suitable for light off-road terrain

easy-care cardan drive

some of our editors would like to see more sportiness and performance

unsuitable for harder off-road tracks

driving in a standing position difficult for taller pilots

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2018

While the Continental GT 650 is not a completely new model visually (there is already the Conti GT 535), an Interceptor 650 with a two-cylinder engine is now coming onto the market for the first time in almost 50 years. The styling therefore skilfully reflects the flair of the 1960s, while the technology is up to date. You won't find any electronic features, but the parallel twin-cylinder engine with 48 hp and 53 Newton metres of torque is surprisingly agile and the handling is very neutral. The Brembo brake is also pleasing with good dosing and the Pirelli tyres do not show any weaknesses. The seating position is very comfortable, so if you don't want to ride your Interceptor 650 so sportily, you can cruise comfortably - it can do that very well too.

Agile and refined powerplant

cool two-cylinder sound

comfortable seating position

stable handling

good brakes

successful old school look

classic round instruments

reasonable price.

ABS not quite sensitive, no electronic features - in case anyone needs them...

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