BMW R 1200 GS 2008 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

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Technical Specifications BMW R 1200 GS 2008 compared to Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

BMW R 1200 GS 2008
Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine powerEngine power100 HPEngine power80 HP
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingOil-airCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement1,170 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Dimensions and Weights

Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

BMW R 1200 GS 2008

If you're a bit indecisive when buying a motorbike, and would prefer to have an egg-laying pillow, the 1200 is the best choice. In addition, the 1200 is the only true GS, namely the GS with a boxer engine and cardan drive.

Safe riding experience

ideal for longer rides

ESA

ASC

maintenance-free card drive, very comfortable.

High purchase price

high weight

high seat

unsuitable off-road

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price BMW R 1200 GS vs Moto Guzzi V85 TT

Price BMW R 1200 GS

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