Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023 vs. BMW F 900 XR 2023

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2023
Overview - Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023 vs BMW F 900 XR 2023

Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

BMW F 900 XR 2023
Technical Specifications Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023 compared to BMW F 900 XR 2023
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello S 2023

Moto Guzzi does not want to push the V100 Mandello S into the sports tourer segment and speaks of a roadster suitable for touring - and in fact it is more of a naked bike in terms of its pleasant seating position and agile handling, which conveys a surprising amount of touring character with its electrically adjustable windshield! The unique flaps are probably only noticeable at very low temperatures, but the engine perfectly matches the sovereign appearance and the brakes are brilliantly tuned. Finally, the S version pampers with a standard quickshifter including blipper, heated grips, MIA communication system, tyre pressure control and the electronically adjustable Öhlins Smart EC 2.0 suspension. Asking for just under 20,000 euros for this may therefore only seem hefty at first glance.
BMW F 900 XR 2023

A bike in this performance class probably couldn't be more accessible. The XR waggles playfully through the bends and immediately inspires confidence in the saddle. Even lengthy touring is easy and you always get out of the saddle feeling relaxed. However, the sporty look of the BMW also awakens a desire for some thrills. However, the engine cannot quite fulfil this desire. The engine, transmission and quickshifter are a little too tame overall and could do with a little more sportiness.