Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023 vs. BMW F 650 GS 2009

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Overview - Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023 vs BMW F 650 GS 2009

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

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Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023 compared to BMW F 650 GS 2009

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023

BMW F 650 GS 2009

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	84 mm	Bore	82 mm
Stroke	Stroke	77 mm	Stroke	75.6 mm
Engine power	Engine power	76 HP	Engine power	71 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	82 Nm	Torque	75 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	4,500 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.5	Compression Ratio	12
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Transmission	Transmission	Prop shaft	Transmission	Belt
Cylinders	Cylinders	2	Cylinders	2
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Lubrication	Lubrication	Fresh oil	Lubrication	Dry sump
Displacement	Displacement	853 ccm	Displacement	798 ccm

Brakes Front

Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Double piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	19 inch	Front tyre diameter	19 inch
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,240 mm	Length	2,280 mm
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	890 mm
Height	Height	1,300 mm	Height	1,240 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,530 mm	Wheelbase	1,575 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	830 mm	Seat Height	820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	23 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	16 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2023

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

BMW F 650 GS 2009

When it comes to optional extras, accessories and driver equipment, BMW is the benchmark for us. The driver can have his vehicle configured exactly to his wishes and also order the matching clothing at the same time.

Manoeuvrability

agility

low seat height can be reduced again

heated grips

comfortable seat

resale value.

Wind protection somewhat suboptimal compared to the F800.