Guzzi V85 TT

[Andy XRV]

We already have "retro bikes", "scramblers" and "tourers" and now Moto Guzzi (according to the sale stuff) have combined all three to give us the V85TT. A retro tourer that can be used off road, whatever that means nowadays

Personally I love the look of it and I can see where it fits in the market. I also love the brand so I hope they sell well

[SamR380]

According to the Guzzi club they are selling very well, more than even Moto Guzzi expected. There's a lot to like about a midweight bike like that (not just the way it looks). I might have to look at finance options in the new year.

Anyone on here got one?

[CypSIdders]

There was one at Peel campsite, during the classic & MGP.
It's a very good looking bike and looks a lot better in real life than in the photos, if I was in the market for a new bike I'd be seriously considering one.

[take-good-care-of-the-forest-dewey]

Saw one of these end of last week at my local KTM dealer. They're lovely looking thing. Didn't even know MG had one in the pipeline.

That said, I'm not entirely convinced an across the frame V-twin is that good an idea in an occasional off road bike.

[SamR380]

take-good-care-of-the-forest-dewey said:

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That said, I'm not entirely convinced an across the frame V-twin is that good an idea in an occasional off road bike.

Sticky-out cylinders work ok for BMWs, unless you mean something else?

[Harry H]

I had a 1200 Stelvio a few years back which I was genuinely fond of but by golly it was without down the most unreliable bike I've ever owned.

Spent more time being fixed at the dealers than I ever spent riding it. "Just one more fix and it'll be a goodun" Had to go in the end though.

Went to a Guzzi meet once and the whole topic of conversation was people bragging about how unreliable their bikes were. Seriously weird.

"Moto Guzzi, Making mechanics out of motorcyclists since 1902" Only for the masochists.

[Andy XRV]

Harry H said:

I had a 1200 Stelvio a few years back which I was genuinely fond of but by golly it was without down the most unreliable bike I've ever owned.

Spent more time being fixed at the dealers than I ever spent riding it. "Just one more fix and it'll be a goodun" Had to go in the end though.

Went to a Guzzi meet once and the whole topic of conversation was people bragging about how unreliable their bikes were. Seriously weird.

"Moto Guzzi, Making mechanics out of motorcyclists since 1902" Only for the masochists.

Just hope like Ducati they can start to make reliable bikes and put all that behind them. Saying that, reading reviews and forums I don't think the Stelvio was their finest hour

[take-good-care-of-the-forest-dewey]

SamR380 said:

take-good-care-of-the-forest-dewey said:

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That said, I'm not entirely convinced an across the frame V-twin is that good an idea in an occasional off road bike.

Sticky-out cylinders work ok for BMWs, unless you mean something else?

Not so much girth...that's appealing to some It's the fact the that layout adds girth AND raises the CoG. Worst of both worlds. Supposes the heads act as knee protectors though.

[gareth_r]

Guzzis, being Italian, always had a reputation for unreliabilty, but my new LeMans II was faultless for 30,000 miles. Even the speedometer was dead on up to 70 when checked against my mate's company Norton Interpol. They were certainly much better than contemporary Ducatis, and much simpler to maintain.

As for the V85TT, I think the off-road suitability of the engine configuration is unlikely to be an issue for most owners.

[gregs656]

I think that will be very popular. It looks great.

[Andybow]

I rode one yesterday and it’s a lovely thing, doesn’t have much go, but feels nice and different , handles really well

[Ed.]

Andybow said:

I rode one yesterday and it’s a lovely thing, doesn’t have much go, but feels nice and different , handles really well

Lack of poke compared to Ktm or Africa twin?

[Andybow]

Ed. said:

Lack of poke compared to Ktm or Africa twin?

Don’t get me wrong it was a lovely ride, it’s still fun but less grunt than the africa twin only really noticeable at motorway speeds, can’t compare to Ktm as that’s over twice the power so it’s like comparing superduke to a cbr500

[Ed.]

Andybow said:

Ed. said:

Lack of poke compared to Ktm or Africa twin?

Don’t get me wrong it was a lovely ride, it’s still fun but less grunt than the africa twin only really noticeable at motorway speeds, can’t compare to Ktm as that’s over twice the power so it’s like comparing superduke to a cbr500

Thanks, as you say I would expect it to be slow compared to a 1290 but interested in the comparison with an Africa twin. Other reviews have mentioned a lack of pace, I do like the look of it but still want to power up hills with a pillion and luggage.

[Andybow]

Ed. said:

Thanks, as you say I would expect it to be slow compared to a 1290 but interested in the comparison with an Africa twin. Other reviews have mentioned a lack of pace, I do like the look of it but still want to power up hills with a pillion and luggage.

Personally, depending on what you’re used to it may struggle with luggage and two up.
Although onits own it’ll be fine.

[Mr_Tickle]

Not seen one of these in the metal but from the photos it looks great. With 80 HP you're not going to be burning off multistradas but I don't suspect they had that in mind when they designed it. Touring two-up is probably a push but I reckon you'd be fine on your own.

Regarding reliability, I've got a modern Guzzi (V9) and while I've only had it about 6 months I've had no reliability concerns at all and it feel high quality and very well made. I will try to do some kind of mini tour on it as soon as I have the time.

[wa16]

https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bike...

did just short of 1000 miles in a day

good write up i thought, quite like the way he writes and presents

[bimsb6]

Harry H said:

I had a 1200 Stelvio a few years back which I was genuinely fond of but by golly it was without down the most unreliable bike I've ever owned.

Spent more time being fixed at the dealers than I ever spent riding it. "Just one more fix and it'll be a goodun" Had to go in the end though.

Went to a Guzzi meet once and the whole topic of conversation was people bragging about how unreliable their bikes were. Seriously weird.

"Moto Guzzi, Making mechanics out of motorcyclists since 1902" Only for the masochists.

Maybe i have been lucky but have never had a reliability issue with guzzi’s and have owned a mk1 lemans a 1000 lemans several v50’s a 1969 v7 and the mrs had a 650 lario and a 750 targa . The 1000 le mans went to budapest and venice on one trip back in 1987 . A mate went round the world on a t3 and won the iron butt rally on the same bike back in 1993 doing 12,000 miles

[Dibble]

I really like the look of them, especially the one with the yellow on it. One for me to consider when it gets to bike shopping time.

[Justmike]

I have one. Absolutely love it.



No it's not quick. Performance best described as acceptable. It's alright with a pillion, in fact the Mrs reckons it's the comfiest bike I've had to date. Might do a proper thread on it if there's any interest.....