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.
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