Moto Guzzi V85 Adventure bike

[Andylaser]

Definitely a contender for some decent soft panniers to keep weight low.

 

[Dogdaze]

The offset suspension doesn't worry me. Kawasaki and Yamaha have used offset shocks on their bikes before without and adverse affect.
I suspect the swinging arm on this will be pretty stiff and shouldn't cause any issues with the asymmetric design.

As did BMW on the early R-series bikes

 

[Sierra1]

I haven't ever ridden a Moto Guzzi. How much heat comes off of the engine; looks like your legs/knees would be right THERE. Beemer's jugs stick out, but they're down by your feet. Of course, I'd like to give it a try, but I don't see myself becoming a convert. ::001::

 

[Madhatter]

I'm thinking it has a radiator so cylinders should not throw off to much heat, but a center mounted radiator will probably channel the hot air through center of bike. where that air goes will make the difference.

 

[eemsreno]

Guzzi = air cooled

 

[Madhatter]

my bad, thinking they would have to move in that direction by now...... time to make appointment with the eye doctor....

 

[Madhatter]

its a good looking bike and " no radiator.".... ive been corrected.

 

[RonH]

I've never ridden one either, but they have always fascinated me and been very desirable. Back when we first ordered our Super Teneres in 2010, the very first one delivered, the guy decided to later go to the KTM, then later the 1200 Stelvio Moto Guzzi. Before that had the Ducati. Must be nice to be able to buy every new bike and get rid of the old, but he was very well impressed with the 1200 Stelvio. I like this motorcycle for sure.

 

[Dogdaze]

Guzzi's have an oil cooler on the right hand side, at least the Stelvio did.......

 

[tomatocity]

Guzzi's have an oil cooler on the right hand side, at least the Stelvio did.......

Was hoping that.

The Kawasaki KLR650 (radiator) and Suzuki DR650 (oil cooler). These two go the same places and are equally healthy.

I like that the Moto Guzzi head's /cylinder's are exposed to the air very well. Cooling is a concern when living / riding in the Sacramento Valley, riding in Death Valley and the Las Vegas area, riding in the Redding area, and riding in the Mojave area.

 

[Sierra1]

I was riding in Palm Spring with some friends, in 100* plus heat. All the water cooled bikes were into the red on their temp gauges. The air cooled bikes never missed a beat; but they didn't have temp gauges either. I can't help but think that a person's knees would get fairly warm/hot....especially in hot weather.

 

[trainman]

six months into a Guzzi Audace 1400 - we only get into the 80's in summer but have never once felt any heat even when commuting in the city, theres an oil radiator with a fan and it uses 10w60 synth which seems to have the lump well under control heat wise.

it rumbles at idle but beautifully smooth once moving, clutch is light and brakes good, compared to one I had in the 90's its a different world
suspension basic but if you keep it legal its ok


glad i took the plunge, yes dealers are rare, at least here we are talking within 75 miles!

mark

 

[Stridey]

Guzzi's have an oil cooler on the right hand side, at least the Stelvio did.......

I’ve had a Stelio and partner still has hers. The oil cooler (radiator) is centrally mounted like it is on water cooled bikes behind the forks on upper part of the frame under the tank. No fan blade on the Stelvio and to fair we never had any over heating problems. A good bike with loads of character let down for me on a few reliability issues that should never have been the case hence why I went for the S10. However I do miss it!


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[Dogdaze]

I’ve had a Stelio and partner still has hers. The oil cooler (radiator) is centrally mounted like it is on water cooled bikes behind the forks on upper part of the frame under the tank. No fan blade on the Stelvio and to fair we never had any over heating problems. A good bike with loads of character let down for me on a few reliability issues that should never have been the case hence why I went for the S10. However I do miss it!


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You're right, I was thinking of the Griso...... My bike, if my Knees would allow it

 

[Andylaser]

A good bike with loads of character let down for me on a few reliability issues that should never have been the case hence why I went for the S10. However I do miss it!

What issues did you have?

 

[nwryder12]

You're right, I was thinking of the Griso...... My bike, if my Knees would allow it

I took the plunge on the Griso.

 

[stutrump]

The V85 is SO good looking. I really want one. My S10 is an excellent workhorse but Ive never been excited by its looks and thats important to me. I dont care how might car looks but my bike needs to look good

 

[Stridey]

What issues did you have?

model MG Stelvio mk2 8 valve model (4 per cyl) year 2011 32 litre fuel tank.
Typically 3 years into the bike I started with electrical issues replacement alternator (car type) £300 fix which is external mounted above the engine on all of them due to the alternator belt being on the front of the engine block. It’s a fairly easy job as this stuff is at least external as is the engine valve clearance check/adjust every 6000 miles. Then I used to go out on a ride and not get home all down to a blown 30 amp fuse the cause I could trace. It turned out to be the alternator wire was rubbing on a frame weld support under the steering bearing area and caused the fuse to blow and not charge battery so you everything was dead within a few miles. Last time was on the M49 motorway in the Severn bridge! Fixed this via the RAC patrolman being better than normal and place a piece of split in half piece fuel hose over the frame support and the problem went away!
The final nail in the coffin was the oil leak coming from the right cylinder caused they think by a pourous cylinder which was there at manufacture but Guzzi would cover it out of warranty. Cost me a grand to fix so if she went once I bought the S10 Gen 2 new and still have today 2.5 years on with no issues! I go out ride and thankfully it’s takes me home!
However I still love Guzzi and the V85 May appeal or the Yam T7 concept and it’s sibling? Generally the engine is very reliable just let down by the electrical a bit. Never overheated ever. Once in France we hit 40 deg C and no issue. I think the ‘70-‘90 era on electrics is better especially since Piaggio took over and Injected cash and Aprilla parts and tech used on Guzzi.


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[Stridey]

The V85 is SO good looking. I really want one. My S10 is an excellent workhorse but Ive never been excited by its looks and thats important to me. I dont care how might car looks but my bike needs to look good

Agree a good looking bike as are most Italian cars /bikes. I would wait a year after it’s out so the problems with new engine drive shaft etc are sorted out!


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[Ramseybella]

I like exotic character i love Italian bikes but dependability is first in line for the non spoiled like myself. The Tenere may seem like a Ford Ranger to some.
But it's been as like a Ranger, 95% dependable and resources for repairs are within reach anywhere. ::008::