Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 vs. Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

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In terms of the engine and drivetrain, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 features a V2 engine with a displacement of 853cc, producing 80 horsepower and 80 Nm of torque. It has an electric start and a shaft drive transmission. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016 has an inline twin engine with a displacement of 998cc, producing 95 horsepower and 98 Nm of torque. It also has an electric start but uses a chain drive transmission.

Both bikes have similar front suspension setups with telescopic upside-down forks, but the Moto Guzzi V85 TT offers adjustment options for preload and rebound, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin offers compression, preload, and rebound adjustments. The rear suspension on both bikes consists of a swingarm and a monoshock, with the Moto Guzzi V85 TT offering preload adjustment and the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin offering compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

In terms of chassis, both bikes have steel frames. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT has dual disc front brakes with Brembo calipers, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin has dual disc front brakes with Nissin calipers.

Both bikes come with advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS and traction control. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT also offers riding modes and cruise control, while the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin lacks these features.

Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin 2016

In terms of dimensions and weights, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT has a 19-inch front tire diameter, a 150mm rear tire width, a 17-inch rear tire diameter, and a seat height of 830mm. It has a dry weight of 208kg and a curb weight of 229kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 21 liters. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin has a 21-inch front tire diameter, a 150mm rear tire width, an 18-inch rear tire diameter, and a seat height of 850mm. It has a dry weight of 212kg and a curb weight of 232kg with ABS. The fuel tank capacity is 18.8 liters.

In terms of strengths, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT offers a comfortable and indulgent V2 engine, excellent sound, good deceleration brakes, an iconic and beautiful exterior, suitable for light off-road terrains, and an easy-to-maintain shaft drive transmission. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin is extremely good and enjoyable to ride, accelerates well, has excellent handling, performs well off-road, is very suitable for traveling, and features a unique dual-clutch transmission.

However, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT has some weaknesses, such as the lack of sportiness and performance for some editors, unsuitability for tougher off-road tracks, and difficulty in standing riding position for taller riders. On the other hand, the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin's weaknesses include a non-spectacular engine that lacks power compared to other models in the same category, slightly soft front suspension for more aggressive use, uncomfortable seat on long trips, and a lack of riding modes and advanced rider assistance systems.