2020 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure and V85 TT First Ride Review | Ultimate Motorcycling
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- The 2020 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure and V85 TT represent a return to the Adventure Touring segment for the Italian brand. Previously, Moto Guzzi’s Stelvio 1200 platform stood as the lone model within the popular Adventure Touring segment, but due to costs associated with Euro 5 compliance, the bike was phased out.
In the North American market, we’ll be seeing two versions of the V85 TT and the only differences are tire choices, luggage, and colors. The V85 TT Adventure comes equipped with panniers, a top case, off-road capable Michelin Anakee tires, and two exciting color options, while the standard V85 TT will see the luggage as an option, sport street-biased Metzeler Tourance NEXT tires and is only available in grey.
The 2020 Moto Guzzi V85 TT is a massive step forward for the brand, and it begins with the all-new 853cc transverse V-twin, producing a claimed 80 horsepower at 7750 rpm and 59 ft/lbs of torque at 5000 rpm. The modest dyno figures are more than enough to propel the 505-pound ADV Tourer forward with a whole lot of pep in its step, giving riders plenty of punch in the canyons or trail.
Where Moto Guzzi has completed a masterstroke is making the V85 TT extremely compliant in terms of handling. The spec sheet figures don’t show any surprises in that regard and are par-for the touring segment course with its sizeable 60.2-inch wheelbase and long 28-degree rake, that have given the V85 TT’s massive amounts of stability when cornering. However, that stability doesn’t come at the price of sluggish handling, as it transitions from side to side quite well. If anything, the two bikes appreciate a little bit of direction, and once those inputs have been completed, you’ll be tracking through the corner quickly.
When it comes to suspension, Moto Guzzi did save some money and opted for a more affordable 41mm KYB fork featuring spring-preload and compression damping adjustment, accompanied by a KYB shock enabled with the same amount of adjustment. When out of the road, this budget suspension performed admirably with suspension rates that keeps the leggy V85 TT’s in shame, regardless of the situation.
Comfortable ergonomics are at the heart of what makes this new platform so capable, with its 32.6-inch seat height, which is relatively low for this class of bike. Combined with the narrow chassis, the V85 TT will allow riders with shorter inseams to plant their feet on the ground comfortably, giving them more confidence when at stops or when traveling through more technical terrain on the trail.
Senior Editor Nic de Sena packed his bags and flew to the majestic island of Sardinia to test these new Moto Guzzi machines. In this video, he was able to give his first impressions after spending a day in the saddle.
Check out our full review of the 2020 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure and V85 TT - ultimatemotorcycling.com/2019...
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That was actually a damn good review. Thank you for sparing us from the stupid theatrics and atrocious music. This man gets it. It is a motorcycle video not SNL, talk bikes and lets hear engine sounds. Thumbs up.
Good review. THANK YOU for no irritating, unnecessary music covering up the sounds of the bike!
I'm seeing this review quite late; it's Feb. 2020 now. I need to find a dealer and test ride, but tube tires really dampen my enthusiasm.
Hey gb93669,
Thanks for the kind works. I'd suggest giving the V85 TT a whirl before you let the tubes dampen your enthusiasm completely. It's an odd choice and something we don't often see in 2020, although, the brand new Triumph Thruxton RS uses tubes as well and is far more expensive.
Luckily, the aftermarket has come up with a couple solutions, so you should be able to use tubless tires without tubes.
Take care!
- Nic
@@ultimatemotorcycling Yes, wouldn't be a deal breaker. There's so much to like about this bike. I owned a MG Daytona 1000, 4 valve head for twenty years; wonderful machine! Sparse dealer network is a concern, but always has been with MG.
Great review, i like your style and of course, moto Guzzi
I've got one on order and will pick it up this week. I appreciate your positive review. The V85 TT has everything I want except tubeless wheels. I know Moto Guzzi has produced motorcycles with spoked tuebless wheels, and I wish this model had the tubeless option. I'll be putting on about 3,500 miles the first month of ownership.
richthib44: update? How do you like it? I'm looking at several in this category/displacement and am a prior MG owner. I loved my Daytona 1000 and kept it 20 years. I'm concerned about dealer network here in the USA, tube tires, better windscreen and a few other things. Would love your feedback. Thanks
#motoguzzi offer a tubeless setup! What were you thinking using tubes, on a bike you guys even claim is barely made to go off road. Solid review though!
Do it yourself. It's simple, easy, cheap & there's tutorials all over boob-tube.
Robert Thomas Absolute PITA on the side of the road. Far from “easy” Tubeless tires are easy to plug.
@@sarahdell4042 Yes. You're right... that is why I suggested you SEAL the spoke nipples to turn your wheels into TUBELESS ones. As previously stated: " Do it yourself. It's simple, easy, cheap & there's tutorials all over boob-tube". Any further questions?
Elspeth Thomas I don’t trust that long term. I’ve seen that method and the tubliss both fail.
Because if they put tubeless rims on it you'd whine about paying 500 bucks more. What adv styled bike has tubless rims at that price point?
How long is the USA warranty?
Up to 4 years is available I think.
2 years is included in the price
Does it really not have 4 valves? It has to do with my merca diesel in 1993 and I would not buy the 1993 model which has 2 valves. It is like night and day how the engine can breathe.Guzzi 900-950cc and 4 vent. and 95-105hp. Remove the noise from the cardboard as well and larger display and 7 gear. Then use lightweight material as lightweight metal to get it a little lighter. 190kg dry would be something.
why would you pick this bike over the dozens of other adventure bikes?
It's a Guzzi. That alone makes it pretty special. But the combo of an air-cooled longitudinal Vee twin, relatively simple and uncomplicated electronics package and shaft drive makes it a reliable long-distance tourer. Add the low-ish price, light weight, simplicity, big tank & panniers, extensive useful range of accessories available & a range of 450km+ makes it uniquely in a class of its own. For me, this is probably the most desirable modern motorcycle since the demise of the Nuda. I'm not the only one who thinks that this bike is pretty 'special' either. Reviewers are raving about it. Something not said about ANY Guzzi for the past 40 years or so.
Elspeth Thomas The shaft drive is a huge benefit I feel for long touring, but the bike does have its flaws like every bike does. I find it absolutely stunning though, but afraid the 790 adventure completely overshadows it. Curious to test one though
@@sarahdell4042 Completely different bikes. The Guzzi is a long distance tourer & road oriented "tutto terrano" bike. The KTM, esp. the Adventure (21" front, long soft suspension etc.) is basically an off-roader with some touring capability. One will be good on the road, the other won't; and vice versa. You're comparing apples to oranges. Nobody has made a bike like the Guzzi since BMW's original 1983 R80G/S. Read & watch other reviews on both bikes. Their radical differences are actually quite glaringly apparent. The KTM (nice bike incidentally) is more a competitor for BMW's F850 series & maybe the Yamaha Tenere 700 twin.
Elspeth Thomas Eh, the base 790 Adventure would be just a solid of a choice for touring as the Guzzi, and has more off-road capabilities and it’s lighter with more power.
@@sarahdell4042 I don't think so. Elspeth Thomas has it 100% right. Long travel suspension and a 21 inch front wheel will handle noticeably worse on tarmac. The KTM is too specialized and I will wager gives up too much on-road performance. If we're going to play the spec sheet game, note that all the other middleweight adventure bikes - including the KTM - only make more power than the Guzzi at 8,000+ rpm. Basically you'll have to rev the hell out of the engine to get more power. That's not what everybody wants in a touring bike, but if that's how you like to ride, don't waste any more time debating this motorcycle.
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No corner ABS though...
if you want them to drive electronic controls, buy a German car!
How did we manage without it all these years? Never had it, don't need it. Would add expense and complication.