KTM 790 Adventure 2023 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

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Overview - KTM 790 Adventure 2023 vs Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

In terms of engine and drive train, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 features an in-line engine with a bore of 88 mm and a stroke of 65.7 mm. It delivers an impressive engine power of 95 HP and a torque of 88 Nm. The starter is electric, and the transmission is through a chain. The bike has 2 cylinders and a displacement of 799 ccm. On the other hand, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 has a V-type engine with a bore of 84 mm and a stroke of 77 mm. It produces a slightly lower engine power of 80 HP and a torque of 80 Nm. The starter is also electric, but the transmission is through a prop shaft. Similar to the KTM, it has 2 cylinders but a slightly larger displacement of 853 ccm.

In terms of suspension, both bikes feature upside-down telescopic forks at the front and a swing arm suspension with a monoshock at the rear. The KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a front fork diameter of 43 mm and a travel of 200 mm, while the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 has a front fork diameter of 41 mm and a travel of 170 mm. The rear suspension travel is the same for both bikes at 200 mm, but the KTM offers preload adjustment, whereas the Moto Guzzi only has preload adjustment.

In terms of chassis, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a chromium-molybdenum frame, which provides strength and durability. On the other hand, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 has a steel frame, which may not be as lightweight or rigid as the chromium-molybdenum frame.

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

Both bikes have double disk brakes at the front, providing effective stopping power. They also have advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, ride by wire, and traction control, ensuring a safe and controlled ride.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a front tire diameter of 21 inches and a rear tire width of 150 mm with a diameter of 18 inches. The seat height is 840 mm, and the dry weight with ABS is 199 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 20 liters. On the other hand, the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 has a slightly smaller front tire diameter of 19 inches and the same rear tire width of 150 mm but with a diameter of 17 inches. The seat height is slightly lower at 830 mm, and the dry weight with ABS is slightly higher at 208 kg. The fuel tank capacity is slightly larger at 21 liters.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

In terms of equipment, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 offers additional features such as connectivity, LED headlights, and a TFT display, providing a modern and convenient riding experience. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019, on the other hand, only offers LED headlights.

In terms of strengths, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a rev-happy engine with impressive power, low fuel consumption, excellent traction control regulation, effective wind protection, logical controls, agile handling, precise ride, effective brakes, comfortable on-road ergonomics, and a well-dosed clutch. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 has a cosy and forgiving V2 engine with a great sound, good decelerating brakes, a very iconic and beautiful exterior, suitability for light off-road terrain, and an easy-care cardan drive.

In terms of weaknesses, the KTM 790 Adventure 2023 has a sporty Quickshifter+ only available at an extra cost, a chassis adjustment range that is not too wide, and a handlebar position that may be too low for off-road riding. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 may lack sportiness and performance for some riders, may not be suitable for harder off-road tracks, and may make driving in a standing position difficult for taller pilots.

Technical Specifications KTM 790 Adventure 2023 compared to Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

KTM 790 Adventure 2023
Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Engine typeEngine typeIn lineEngine typeV
BoreBore88 mmBore84 mm
StrokeStroke65.7 mmStroke77 mm
Engine powerEngine power95 HPEngine power80 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power8,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power7,750 rpm
TorqueTorque88 NmTorque80 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque6,600 rpmRpm at Torque5,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.7 Compression Ratio10.5
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
Throttle BoreThrottle Bore46 mmThrottle Bore52 mm
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeToughened
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionProp shaft
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders2Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder2
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesOHV
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingOil-air
DisplacementDisplacement799 ccmDisplacement853 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm
TravelTravel200 mmTravel170 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountDeflectionShock mountdirect
TravelTravel200 mmTravel170 mm
AdjustmentAdjustmentPreloadAdjustmentPreload
MaterialMaterialAluminiumMaterialSteel

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeDouble diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter320 mmDiameter320 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
ActuationActuationHydraulicActuationHydraulic
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter260 mmDiameter260 mm
PistonPistonDouble pistonPistonDouble piston

Assistance Systems

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

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width90 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height90 %Front tyre height80 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter21 inchFront tyre diameter19 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter18 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
Seat HeightSeat Height840 mmSeat Height830 mm
Dry Weight (with ABS)Dry Weight (with ABS)199 kgDry Weight (with ABS)208 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity20 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyALicense compliancyA

Equipment

EquipmentEquipmentConnectivity, LED-Headlights, TFT displayEquipmentLED-Headlights

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

KTM 790 Adventure 2023

The KTM 790 Adventure is still one of the sportiest mid-range touring enduros - if you are looking for a touring machine that is brutally nimble on and off road, you will find it here. At the same time, however, the chassis and engine offer sufficient comfort and good manners to keep the rider from going mad even on longer liaison stages. The engine is wonderfully powerful for this class, fuel consumption is surprisingly low and the driving aids are even on a higher level than usual. The ergonomics are fine on the road, the off-road ergonomics could even be a little less radical. Overall, however, the 790 Adventure offers a really good price/performance ratio and great riding performance.

Rev-happy engine with impressive power

low fuel consumption

excellent traction control regulation

effective wind protection with a wide range of settings

logical controls

agile handling

precise ride

effective brakes

comfortable on-road ergonomics

well-dosed clutch.

sporty Quickshifter+ only at extra cost

chassis adjustment range not too wide

handlebar position too low 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 KTM 790 Adventure vs Moto Guzzi V85 TT

There are a few key differences between a KTM 790 Adventure 2023 and a Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019. In terms of price, the actual average price of a KTM 790 Adventure 2023 is about 6% higher. Compared to Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 there are more KTM 790 Adventure 2023 bikes available on the 1000PS.de Marketplace, specifically 70 compared to 18. It takes less time to sell a KTM 790 Adventure with 72 days compared to 87 days for a Moto Guzzi V85 TT. Since model year 2019 1000PS.de editors have written 20 reviews for the KTM 790 Adventure and 15 reviews for the Moto Guzzi V85 TT since model year 2018. The first review for the KTM 790 Adventure was published on 06/10/2018 and now has more than 53,600 views. This compares to more than 73,200 views for the first review on Moto Guzzi V85 TT published on 27/11/2017.

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