Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2020 vs. BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2020

BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021
Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2020 compared to BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021
Engine and Drive Train
Engine type | Engine type | V | Engine type | Boxer |
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Bore | Bore | 84 mm | Bore | 102.5 mm |
Stroke | Stroke | 77 mm | Stroke | 76 mm |
Engine power | Engine power | 80 HP | Engine power | 136 HP |
Rpm at Max. Power | Rpm at Max. Power | 7,750 rpm | Rpm at Max. Power | 7,750 rpm |
Torque | Torque | 80 Nm | Torque | 143 Nm |
Rpm at Torque | Rpm at Torque | 5,000 rpm | Rpm at Torque | 6,250 rpm |
Compression Ratio | Compression Ratio | 10.5 | Compression Ratio | 12.5 |
Fuel system | Fuel system | Injection | Fuel system | Injection |
Throttle Bore | Throttle Bore | 52 mm | Throttle Bore | 52 mm |
Starter | Starter | Electric | Starter | Electric |
Clutch Type | Clutch Type | Toughened | Clutch Type | Antihopping |
Transmission | Transmission | Prop shaft | Transmission | Prop shaft |
Transmission Type | Transmission Type | Gearshift | Transmission Type | Gearshift |
Number of gears | Number of gears | 6 | Number of gears | 6 |
Cylinders | Cylinders | 2 | Cylinders | 2 |
Strokes | Strokes | 4-Stroke | Strokes | 4-Stroke |
Valves per cylinder | Valves per cylinder | 2 | Valves per cylinder | 4 |
Valves | Valves | OHV | Valves | DOHC |
Cooling | Cooling | Oil-air | Cooling | liquid-air |
Displacement | Displacement | 853 ccm | Displacement | 1,254 ccm |
Suspension Front
Front suspension | Front suspension | Upside-Down telescopic fork | Front suspension | Telelever |
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Diameter | Diameter | 41 mm | Diameter | 37 mm |
Travel | Travel | 170 mm | Travel | 210 mm |
Adjustment | Adjustment | Preload, Rebound | Adjustment | Preload |
Suspension Rear
Suspension | Suspension | Swing arm | Suspension | Single swing arm |
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Shock absorber | Shock absorber | Monoshock | Shock absorber | Monoshock |
Travel | Travel | 170 mm | Travel | 220 mm |
Adjustment | Adjustment | Preload | Adjustment | Preload, Rebound |
Material | Material | Steel | Material | Aluminium |
Chassis
Frame | Frame | Steel | Frame | Steel |
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Brakes Front
Type | Type | Double disk | Type | Double disk |
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Diameter | Diameter | 320 mm | Diameter | 305 mm |
Piston | Piston | Four pistons | Piston | Four pistons |
Actuation | Actuation | Hydraulic | Actuation | Hydraulic |
Technology | Technology | radial | Technology | radial |
Brakes Rear
Type | Type | Disc | Type | Disc |
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Diameter | Diameter | 260 mm | Diameter | 276 mm |
Piston | Piston | Double piston | Piston | Double piston |
Assistance Systems
Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Riding modes, Ride by Wire, Traction control | Advanced Rider Assistance Systems | ABS, Anti-slipping control, Hill start assist, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire |
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Dimensions and Weights
Front tyre width | Front tyre width | 110 mm | Front tyre width | 120 mm |
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Front tyre height | Front tyre height | 80 % | Front tyre height | 70 % |
Front tyre diameter | Front tyre diameter | 19 inch | Front tyre diameter | 19 inch |
Rear tyre width | Rear tyre width | 150 mm | Rear tyre width | 170 mm |
Rear tyre height | Rear tyre height | 70 % | Rear tyre height | 60 % |
Rear tyre diameter | Rear tyre diameter | 17 inch | Rear tyre diameter | 17 inch |
Length | Length | 2,240 mm | Length | 2,270 mm |
Width | Width | 950 mm | Width | 952 mm |
Wheelbase | Wheelbase | 1,530 mm | Wheelbase | 1,504 mm |
Seat Height | Seat Height | 830 mm | Seat Height | 890 mm |
Kerb Weight (with ABS) | Kerb Weight (with ABS) | 229 kg | Kerb Weight (with ABS) | 268 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | Fuel Tank Capacity | 21 l | Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 l |
License compliancy | License compliancy | A | License compliancy | A |
Equipment
Equipment | Equipment | LED-Headlights | Equipment | Cornering lights, LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, Heated seat, TFT display, Windscreen adjustable |
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Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.
BMW R 1250 GS Adventure 2021

The Adventure is the ultimate touring machine. The high seat height limits the target group, as does the high price. But if you overcome these two hurdles, you get a magnificent mile-eater. The engine shakes all kinds of driving fun out of its sleeves. The low fuel consumption in combination with the gigantic 30-litre tank ensures an incredibly long range.
Practical details for frequent riders on board
Gigantic range
Amazingly low fuel consumption
Good wind and weather protection
Great ride comfort
Powerful engine
Great connectivity app
Easy-to-read display
Great ride comfort
Confident feeling in the saddle
Pleasant seating position for pillion passenger
Practical riding aids
Great headlights
Great ergonomics for tall people
Easy to ride
High weight strains when manoeuvring
gearshifts somewhat stiff at low revs
jagged appearance with little elegance