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Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025 vs. BMW R 12 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 12 2024

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Overview - Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025 vs BMW R 12 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 12 2024

Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025 compared to BMW R 12 2024

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025
BMW R 12 2024
Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025
Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025
BMW R 12 2024
BMW R 12 2024

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeVEngine typeBoxer
BoreBore84 mmBore101 mm
StrokeStroke77 mmStroke73 mm
Engine powerEngine power80 HPEngine power95 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpmRpm at Max. Power6,500 rpm
TorqueTorque83 NmTorque110 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque5,100 rpmRpm at Torque6,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio10.5 Compression Ratio12
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore52 mmThrottle Bore50 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeToughenedClutch TypeToughened, Dry
TransmissionTransmissionProp shaftTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder2Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesOHVValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingAirCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement853 ccmDisplacement1,170 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter41 mmDiameter45 mm
TravelTravel170 mmTravel90 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentCompression, Rebound

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionParalever
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel170 mmTravel90 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreload, ReboundAdjustmentPreload, Rebound
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialAluminium

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel
Frame typeFrame typeTubularFrame typeTubular, Load-bearing engine

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter310 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter265 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Cruise control, Traction controlAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Traction control

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 diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height80 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter16 inch
LengthLength2,240 mmLength2,200 mm
WidthWidth950 mmWidth830 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,530 mmWheelbase1,520 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height754 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)230 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)227 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity23 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA
RangeRange469 kmRange274 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions119 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions119 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption4.9 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption5.1 l/100km

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentLED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB socketEquipmentKeyless System, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

Moto Guzzi V85 Strada 2025

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

BMW R 12 2024

BMW R 12 2024

The BMW R12 is more than just a stylish cruiser. It offers comfort, power and surprising agility - a bike to love for long journeys and short trips alike.

Powerful boxer engine

Lots of charisma but still smooth throttle response

Comfortable but low seating position

Agile handling despite cruiser design

Excellent brakes

Good lean angle-dependent traction control

High-quality cornering ABS

Comfortable riding on long lengths

Great features available

Classic design with a modern touch

Stable road holding

Good feedback even on slippery surfaces

Uncomfortable suspension on poor roads

Footrests quickly touch the ground when riding sporty

Relatively high clutch effort

Little travel limits universal character somewhat

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Moto Guzzi V85 Strada vs BMW R 12

Price Moto Guzzi V85 Strada

Model year
Current average market prices

Price BMW R 12

Model year
Current average market prices

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