Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel 2020

In terms of engine and drive train, both the Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021 and the Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel 2020 have V-type engines. However, the Pan America has a larger bore of 105 mm compared to the V85 TT's 84 mm. The Pan America also has a higher engine power of 150 HP compared to the V85 TT's 80 HP. The Pan America has a higher torque of 127 Nm compared to the V85 TT's 80 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters, but the Pan America has a chain transmission while the V85 TT has a prop shaft transmission. The Pan America has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 1252 ccm, while the V85 TT also has 2 cylinders but a smaller displacement of 853 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. The Pan America has a larger front fork diameter of 47 mm compared to the V85 TT's 41 mm. Both motorcycles have the same front suspension travel of 170 mm, but the Pan America has a slightly higher rear suspension travel of 191 mm compared to the V85 TT's 170 mm. Both motorcycles have adjustable front suspension, with the Pan America offering compression, preload, and rebound adjustments, while the V85 TT only offers preload and rebound adjustments. The Pan America also has adjustable rear suspension with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments, while the V85 TT only offers preload adjustment.

In terms of chassis, the Pan America has an aluminum frame, while the V85 TT has a steel frame. Both motorcycles have double disk brakes in the front, with Brembo brand brakes.

Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250 Special 2021

In terms of assistance systems, both motorcycles have ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Pan America also has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as electronically adjustable suspension, cornering ABS, ride by wire, cruise control, and Bluetooth connectivity. The Pan America also features cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED headlights, a TFT display, and an adjustable windscreen. The V85 TT, on the other hand, only has heated grips and LED headlights.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have a front tire diameter of 19 inches and a rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The Pan America has a wider rear tire width of 170 mm compared to the V85 TT's 150 mm. The Pan America has a longer wheelbase of 1585 mm compared to the V85 TT's 1530 mm. The Pan America also has a higher seat height of 850 mm compared to the V85 TT's 830 mm. In terms of weight, the Pan America has a higher dry weight of 242 kg and a higher kerb weight of 258 kg compared to the V85 TT's 208 kg dry weight and 229 kg kerb weight. Both motorcycles have a fuel tank capacity of around 21 liters.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel 2020

In terms of equipment, the Pan America has additional features such as connectivity, cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, and a windscreen that is adjustable. The V85 TT, on the other hand, only has heated grips and LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the Pan America has a sporty powerplant, comfortable seating position, good pillion suitability, extensive electronics, an original HD pannier system, wind protection, cornering ABS and TC as standard, optional seat lowering when stationary, and good off-road characteristics. The V85 TT has a confident engine with good sound, a maintenance-free Kardan drive, excellent brakes, a good electronics package, well-balanced handling, off-road talent, pleasant ergonomics, splendid looks with noble style elements, and a well-packaged travel package.

In terms of weaknesses, the Pan America has engine heat in city mode and does not have a quickshifter available. The V85 TT has a windshield that can only be adjusted with tools and a digital rev counter that is not particularly easy to read.