BMW F 850 GS 2018 vs. Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

In terms of engine and drive train, both the BMW F 850 GS 2018 and the Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019 have a similar engine type, bore, stroke, and displacement. However, the BMW F 850 GS has a higher engine power of 95 HP compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 80 HP. The torque is also higher in the BMW F 850 GS with 92 Nm compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 80 Nm. Both motorcycles have electric starters, but the BMW F 850 GS has a chain transmission while the Moto Guzzi V85 TT has a prop shaft transmission.

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks in the front and swing arm suspension in the rear. However, the BMW F 850 GS has a larger front suspension diameter of 43 mm compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 41 mm. The travel distance is also higher in the BMW F 850 GS with 204 mm in the front and 219 mm in the rear compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 170 mm in both the front and rear. The BMW F 850 GS also offers adjustment options for preload and rebound in the rear suspension, while the Moto Guzzi V85 TT only has preload adjustment.

BMW F 850 GS 2018

Both motorcycles have a steel frame and double disk brakes in the front. The BMW F 850 GS has advanced rider assistance systems such as ABS, riding modes, and traction control. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT also has ABS, but it offers additional features like ride by wire and traction control.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the BMW F 850 GS has a larger front tire diameter of 21 inches compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 19 inches. Both motorcycles have the same rear tire width of 150 mm and rear tire diameter of 17 inches. The seat height is higher in the BMW F 850 GS with 860 mm compared to the Moto Guzzi V85 TT's 830 mm. Both motorcycles have a kerb weight of 229 kg with ABS, but the Moto Guzzi V85 TT has a larger fuel tank capacity of 21 liters compared to the BMW F 850 GS's 15 liters.

Moto Guzzi V85 TT 2019

In terms of strengths, the BMW F 850 GS offers a superior engine, adequate braking system, very good seating position, easy handling, extensive range of accessories, and is off-road capable. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT has a cosy, forgiving V2 engine with a great sound, good decelerating brakes, a very iconic and beautiful exterior, and is suitable for light off-road terrain. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT also has an easy-care cardan drive.

In terms of weaknesses, the BMW F 850 GS has a disc that is too low and the sound could be better. The Moto Guzzi V85 TT is seen as lacking sportiness and performance by some editors and is unsuitable for harder off-road tracks. Additionally, taller pilots may find it difficult to drive in a standing position on the Moto Guzzi V85 TT.