2021 Middleweight Adventure Motorcycle Shootout

BMW F850 GSA v. KTM 890 Adventure R v. Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel v. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro v. Yamaha Tenere 700
Remember back in the day of group gatherings how hard it could be to find time in everyone’s busy schedules to congregate? To get together for a week-long ride or some other getaway? Without fail everything would start to slot into place just in time for your best friend to have something come up. You’d try to reschedule and that too would fall apart for one reason or another. The phrase “herding cats” comes to mind. Locking down this group of middleweight adventure bikes was kind of like that. It’s a test we’ve been attempting to schedule for six months. As is always the case, some “friends” are more reliable than others.
But, none of that matters now because here we are with the MVPs of the scorchin’ hot middleweight adventure segment. Never you mind that these “middleweight’s” displacements have continued to swell as is tradition in motorcycling these days. Rather, focus on the real world functionality of these machines. These bikes are lighter, smaller, and more manageable than their 1200cc(+) counterparts, which, at least for me, makes them more enticing to push the envelope off-road.
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[@titaniumgear690]

Kudos for running the same tires on all bikes! This is for sure the most important baseline factor in doing a comparison. Well done!

[@DoRC]

I disagree. Tires that come stock on the bike are the tires that the vast majority of people are going to be using for at least the first couple thousand miles. How's the bike handles on its stock tires is pretty important.

[@thedriver8174]

@@DoRC Point taken but for me the first set of tires are not a determining factor as they will be replaced by numerous sets of tires of my choice.

[@DoRC]

@@thedriver8174 I can understand that if you ride all the time. I just know that a lot of people don't really put that many miles in their bike and some the original set of tires might be the only set of tires they ever experience. No matter what it'll certainly be the first set of tires they experience.

[@thedriver8174]

@@DoRC I understand what you are saying and it is true that some people ride very little and the original tires will be the first and long lasting impression they have of the bike. But when you are comparing the abilities of the bikes it is important that the focus is on the bikes and not the tires. Therefor having the same tires on all the bikes levels the playing field and keeps the focus on the bikes.

[@mattbillenstein]

@@DoRC They sorta put worse tires on didn't they?

[@TimeGallon]

One thing they failed to touch on: Moto Guzzi is well known for building bikes that last. To my knowledge, the v85tt is the only dual sport with a shaft drive. I love a shaft driven bike. They just last forever with little to no maintenance. That guzzi engine is bullet proof and battle tested. There’s a reason it’s been essentially the same for a hundred years. Air cooled engine, longitudinal crank, very little plastic... It’s just a gem of a motorcycle. And it’s Italian.

[@nick-dm3if]

Italians arent known for reliability, "we are here for a good time not a long time" some italians at some point.

[@edombre4637]

@@nick-dm3ifMG are built to last. Very reliable bikes.

[@mikezpo]

Breakdown of timings. - KTM 890 Adventure R 03:05 - Moto Guzzi V85 TT 11:08 - Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 17:07 - BMW F 850 GSA 24:32 - Yamaha Tenere 700 32:13

[@keithquinn5624]

Thanks these influencers are scum and like to talk alot

[@calmistheway]

@@keithquinn5624 How do you know you have not been influemced into this thinking?

[@keithquinn5624]

@@calmistheway because I have wisdom and discernment

[@the_bit]

Guys, you had the 2020 Guzzi running. The 2021 has a bit more electronic functions, has a small motor change to kill that flat moment at 2000 rpms and new tubeless rims which are also lighter. But overall a great review

[@fourhill]

Should have called it Adventure bikes for rich guys (or guys in hock up to their eyebrows). I had a BMW 800 and the maintenance cost were astronomical. I ride a lot of miles so it added up quickly. Sold the BMW and got a CB500X; I can ride it on everything you guys did in the video and not cringe at the thought of the next maintenance visit. It has enough power for the street and trail but doesn't need any electronics to tame it. It also weighs significantly less that any of the bikes you tested and feels light and nimble in all riding conditions. As an added bonus I no longer feel the need to race everyone because I know at the start that I'd loose, so it keeps me safer.

[@georgefluckjr6072]

I have an all black Tenere 700 and I love it. You all did a good job breaking them down to each feature and definitely agree with everyone about using the same tires. Forgot to mention the fully adjustable suspension on the Yamaha and the removable rubber on the pegs. Well done tho. I watched the whole thing.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

The Moto Guzzi comes with luggage for the price listed. Also a few other items like taller windshield for the price. So, it is ready to tour. You still have to spend money on top of the price of the Triumph or BMW to tour. For 2021 the Moto Guzzi also now comes with tubeless spoked rims. Personally I would choose the Moto Guzzi, but am still enjoying my Himalayan for off-road exploring.

[@glsracer]

Calling a nearly $18,000 850cc bike a good value is an interesting statement...

[@monunyabidness5949]

It's a testament to how competent the bike is vs bikes that are far more expensive than it. A BMW K1600 or Goldwing for instance, would be a fantastic touring bike to ride across country, but that Triumph could do it with almost the same comfort and ease, for a lot less.

[@zeedustrakok]

@@monunyabidness5949 I really doubt they offer the same comfort. I know my R1250GSA is more comfortable than a triumph 900 and the K1600 is more comfortable than my GSA. No experience on the Goldwing. but the goldwing nor the K1600 will be twice as comfortable than the Tiger 900. Diminishing results. For some the engine ain't that important, but quality and comfort can be. When I switched from a 800 to 1200 GS I noticed that the size of the engine is only a small part of the extra price, the quality of parts and the comfort are more important to me than the aditional power.

[@jaronard1]

Well, as compared to a 1250GS, essentially its primary competition.

[@grandenauto3214]

Crap review.... for a real review go to fortnine. $18K good value????

[@grandenauto3214]

@@monunyabidness5949 it’s a testament to bike companies buying reviews

[@houstoncashdeals4011]

Stopped riding about 20yrs ago and now want to get back and do some adventure riding. I thought I knew what I wanted. Now I just want them all.!! Great video guys.

[@eyebok]

Guzzi by far the coolest ride! Of course I say this impartially as a very happy owner of one!

[@algonzalez7192]

I have a T7 what I like best is simple,reliable I'm not afraid of breaking down and not being able to either fix it my self or find someone to work on it, is a simple all trade motocycle. ♥

[@stuartcampbell3605]

With the shaft drive plus the panniers etc being included in the price, Guzzi V85TT all day

[@kawabungah20]

Motorcyclists have never had it better than now. What amazing choices we all have! Thanks for a great and helpful review! I still can't decide....

[@jakexe3009]

Amazing timing, I'm planning to buy an adventure bike in the next few weeks, thank you for the assistance.

[@TheWrigle]

If you can find one... I just put a deposit down on a t7, but it probably won't be in until May.

[@MrMikey1703]

Stuck to the end. Great roundup and interesting to see different age riders with different priorities. I’m 52 and bought a Super Duke R last October. Kinda regretting not hanging out for the 890 Adv R as I miss the dirt too much.

[@Eidrian111]

I’ll take the guzzi thanks.

[@ohTHATaaronbrown]

Great compare and contrast of each of these bikes, with a wide variety of experience and preferences represented. I appreciated that. For the record, I bought the Triumph out of this set :)

[@kenwolfe5697]

And the winner is every bike! They’re all awesome! Heck of a shootout boys

[@LHT-Casual]

THANK YOU for including the Moto Guzzi V85TT! But why didn't you dyno it? With it having a shaft drive, it's even more important to quantify it's HP and TQ compared to it's rivals!

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

Unfortunately due to availability issues, we were only able to get the V85TT the afternoon before we left.

[@LHT-Casual]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist Thank you for your reply, I truly appreciate it. Did you test the 2020 or 2021 model? I'm anxious to see how the revised crankshaft and tubeless tires change the character and power of the V85TT.

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

We were trying to get a 2021, but we were unable to get one in time. Additionally, the 2020 Moto Guzzi press fleet had already been sold. However, the industrious PR guy was able to find a 2020 demo bike at a dealership at the last minute for us to use.

[@LazyJack2003]

I think too often we here "It´s a great bike!" for almost any bike tested by anyone. Of course there is no all-around star and of course nowadays they are all "great bikes. So, guess what?! It depends what you want to use it for. So, in my humble opinion: on road: 1.) Triumph, 2.)Moto Guzzi 3.)BMW 4.) KTM & Tenere off-road: 1.) Tenere, 2.) KTM, 3.) Triumph, 4.) BMW, 5.) Moto Guzzi Combined for the average Touring type as I am , incl. perhaps 10% off road: clearly the Triumph, with the beautiful Moto Guzzi as 2nd. (And that humble opinion comes from a German! Treason!)

[@SWFlowseeker]

I chose the 900 RP. Great bike But would also love that 890 for more rowdy days 😉

[@bobthomas2812]

Great format with allot of information that would be useful in buying any of the bikes. I would take the KTM. As I am a dirt bike rider at heat and would go with seat comfort seat and TKC 80 tires.

[@GK-hl8gr]

Great review, there is just one thing I would add, considering they are adventure bikes which one would you choose to ride in the middle of nowhere as reliability MUST be a point. Yes we could argue that we don’t have enough data on some of them BUT some of them have some history, with consuming some oils, electronics defects etc... and in the middle of nowhere I would choose what could also be the most reliable bike.

[@bseidem5112]

Yamaha Super Tenere.

[@1969Escobar]

Guys you gotta love the time you spend with JB, great shootout 👍

[@dahveed284]

The trick with most of these bikes is actually finding one at a dealer for sale. The T700 in particular can be hard to find. Maybe they'll be more available next year.

[@msims1250]

I would love to squire Gina Lollabrigida around on a Moto Guzzi! The Triumph is the bike I’m most interested in out of all these. Maybe Gina would be ok with the Rally Pro.

[@NomadSweden]

Great test and entertaining to watch. Thanks!

[@sanatandharma4435]

It is really nice to see a range of riders abilities and ages when watching a review. Thank you for that. I think weight would be a factor for me especially when panniers and camping gear is added. I really like the tenere and it is brilliant value.

[@enriquegrandi]

This is the video I was looking for! Cheers guys!!

[@hacksaw4966]

Great review, you guys all work well together!

[@duncang01]

I have a VStrom 1000, I like it.

[@OpenBarGarage]

The difference between group car reviews and group bike reviews is that in the bikes they mostly all win. Yeah this is a good bike. Oh this bike is good. I like this bike. They did a good job with this bike... Haha

[@samuraipizzacat2171]

Good to see Timothy Olyphant finally came out for one of the rides!

[@motokev2727]

Tiger is a sweet looking bike.

[@batuonver5495]

You are all lovely and genuine gentlemen fellas! So much respect to what you have produced. Brava ♥️🙏🏻

[@sallhame]

Agree, great review. Nice bikes and nice guys. I just wonder how my old Cagiva Elefant 900 i.e. would have done. Not winning the electronic wizardry contest for sure, but it once was a Paris -Dakar winner.

[@edma7694]

Great video, how do you compare an Africa twin 1000 old model with this ones? they are on sale for 10-11 K

[@patricksandeberg8184]

I would've loved to see how the Norden 901 did in this group! Does anyone know when it will come?

[@chrishart8548]

It's basically a 890 adventure anyway the 901

[@danstevens2204]

All about the display and how many modes. Nothing like actually learning to ride. Oh this ones got a GoPro mode ffs sums up the world these days.

[@Hemlck]

KTM do a lowering kit for the 890 and a selection of different seats...the two piece is more comfy for example 👍

[@eugrules]

The T7 all the way. In fact, I did. Best value/Best bike - For me.

[@leanit5756]

I owned the 890 ADV-R and now have a '24 T7. If I had to do it again, I'd get the T7.

[@Kcducttaper1]

About time for another cruiser shootout don't ya think? Maybe small full-sized comparison? Meaning bikes with the big motor, but in a smaller frame like the new Indian Chief line or a Harley Low Rider. I really liked the middleweight cruiser comparison y'all did several years ago, but haven't really seen much of anything cruiser related since that I can recall.

[@KrustyCream]

Is the Guzzi's headlight going to fall completely off the bike @11:49? Haha 😅

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

Yes, it lost a bolt and had to be zip tied to the bike for the remainder of the ride.

[@KrustyCream]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist thanks for the great content and reply sir!

[@thedriver8174]

I loved the video and it is a good comparison. I do have one gripe about the choice of bikes. The BMW GS Adventure is not a fair comparison to the others. I would prefer to see the regular GS that is 50 pounds lighter and a more direct competitor. I am not saying it would have done better, I just would have liked to have a more relevant comparison.

[@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist]

That’s the bike we asked for, but we were given the GSA

[@thedriver8174]

@@EvansBrasfieldMotojournalist Thanks for answering! You can tell that BMW is really trying hard to give exposure to the Adventure models. But in this kind of comparison it's like wanting to win a horse race by entering with a pack mule.

[@DustyCowdog]

I'm a simple dude... I'm no spring chicken, either. One thing I have learned... the more gadgetry there is, the more likely to have a failure. And that is going to fail when you are in the middle of no where. That multi-function switch thing on the BMW would scare the hell out of me in the way of just wondering when it is going to crap itself. Just saying. I like the Yamaha.

[@da72ma]

Great test especially in an even playing field with the same tires. But Honda is missing in the middle class, since I don't consider the NC-X and the CB-X real Adventure bikes. Honda has been hinting at a new Transalp for us. Now in the Adventure bike series the only class to really let you play a lot in the dirt is the middle class. The advantage is clear... less weight... and more adventure for your buck... and Kawasaki knows it too, throwing a next Gen Kawasaki KLR 650 in the mix for 2022... the Tenere is my favorite here... followed by the Triumph and the KTM... the question is really coming in next year's shootout... please with the KLR and maybe a Honda too...

[@haasjohn63]

A KLR with the Versys 650 motor might be the bargain middle weight for Kawi

[@anthonymiccijr6380]

I hope you all don’t call what you do “work”. LOL. Nice review guys!

[@neilabraham-dowsing2325]

I would choose the Guzzi. When you stop dreaming and know that you are going to spend 95% on road, that shaft drive is going to come into it's own. I dont want a bike whose engine is measured and designed in specs, I want an engine measured in riding pleasure and personality. The other thing that I noticed about the Guzzi is build quality and finish. The BMW and the KTM are not as good. If you a bike that is going to last. The Guzzi is your machine.

[@TheRapier95]

Not to mention how easy it is to work on guzzis. You don't really need an extensive dealer network when you can do maintenance yourself

[@debroyprasenjit]

Very informative video. Waiting for the 890 ADV India Launch. 17 April 2021

[@DustySquitoNM]

Good god, some folks are real size queens about horsepower. The Tenere has "only" 60-something HP, but keep in mind that it's still almost TWICE was something like the KLR makes, and the KLR will still do 75-80 all day. You don't need 100+ HP to tour on the highway comfortably.

[@steveh7108]

Considering reliability, recalls and dealer support, I would have to rule out the Moto Guzzi the KTM and the BMW. I really like the Triumph but if I had to choose today it would be the Yamaha. But I'm really Holding Out for the next year or two and see what Indian comes up with???

[@JohnSmith-wy8jl]

Likey. I own a busa but second bike next year will be a midventure bike. Reasonable torque with min 600cc perfect 7-750cc. Video content takes time, thanks for yours.

[@John_Ridley]

No love for the VStrom 650? Probably didn't provide a press bike for this piece. Certainly not the best offroad, but very affordable and good for someone like me that gets offroad only a few days a year, and goes down gravel and fire roads once in a while.

[@baryakbikepacking]

Great Video.. thanks for all the great work guys

[@johnnyfortpants1415]

Great comparative review guys. Enjoyed it.

[@gillesgenete9598]

Great review , thanks a lot. Somewhat surprised you did not include the Africa Twin Standard in the contenders, as power, weight, off-road capacities, on-road ability, and price qualifies it. Maybe a face to face KTM890R vs AT STD would change the conclusions. Anyway, thanjs again , well done 👍

[@abcusa123mich]

Real nice review. Thanks!

[@67claudius]

Gina Lollobrigida on the back? and where does she put the walking frame?

[@knifenoob5411]

The most important question regarding these bike is this: which one is easiest to change the air filter?

[@chrischristofis8501]

Great job, thank you

[@dainjahrus]

awesome list of bikes, awesome video. thanks guys

[@222wheelsdown]

V strom 650XT anyone? Less expensive than the T7 and lower seat height.. i have a ktm 390 adv so I think the v strom may be my next best bang the buck..

[@GURUKHAN_OG]

My pick for middle weight adventure bikes would be RE Himalayan, Tiger 800, Tenere700 & BMW 750/850GS. And if I'm putting my money, it will be a tough call. I will pick BMW just for better seats. However for easy maintenance I might but a T700. Only if RE can bring a Himalayan with 650cc engine and higher HP and torque!!!!! Then I will buy it blindly! 🤩

[@zeedustrakok]

Part of the test reminds me of a situation I've had some time ago. We went touring with touring with a few guys for 10 days in the mountains. All bikes were adventure touring, one was a smaller Yamaha Tenere and the rest were bigger bikes like the super tenere 1200, africa twin 1000, BMW R1200 GSA,... Loaded up with gear the smaller yamaha really had to work hard to follow the rest of the group, it managed to do so, but it fuel consumption was double that of the 1200GSA. So with all bikes you can follow a group if they don't egagerate and you have some skills. Personally in this group I'd go for the Triumph, but IRL I prefer to stick with my R1250 GSA.

[@danielcleaver9349]

I wish you would have added maintenance intervals and maintenance costs to all the categories. Riding an adventure bike you tend to put a lot of miles so maintenance comes into play. Other than that you guys did a great job comparing bikes I will have to subscribe to your channel 👍

[@Chance-ry1hq]

I can’t get over all the gear these guys wear. Looks hot, sweaty, and not fun. It is not what riding is about to me. I wear less clothes than these guys when I snowmobile.

[@reinhart482]

Looking forward to a serious lightweight adventure bike category.

[@blikkiesblignaut6999]

KTM for me in South Africa. Same price for the Yamaha 700 and KTM 890 in South Africa.

[@juanfelipearango2029]

you gotta be kidding!!!! same price¡?????

[@blikkiesblignaut6999]

@@juanfelipearango2029 Well, a little less for the Yamaha and that include the Yamaha carrier and crash bars which are both extras. If you convert The RSA Rand to US$, Yamaha $15733 US and the KTM890 $16000 US.

[@charliesadv8493]

Blikkies, van waar in SA is jy?

[@blikkiesblignaut6999]

@@charliesadv8493 Strand, WesKaap.

[@charliesadv8493]

Ek is jaloers 😁. Was net oor maand terug Kaap met bike vir 1ste keer. Mooi paaie daar. Ek het paar vids oor my trippie. Ek is in Gauteng

[@macchina1969]

great review! Thanks! greetings from Austria

[@allant9432]

The bmw is a great bike,I'm wanting one

[@RollinwithRoland]

Great review and idea with the tires!!! I'm thinking of replacing my OEM Avon Trailriders on my KTM 790S with the Trailmax Missions next, burned these off at 3500 miles with no chicken strips... XD

[@guzziguy2011]

Spending + $13K for an ADV bike to primarily thrash off-road makes zero sense to me. Can buy a used, bullet proof Super Tenere for $8K and still have money left for another bullet proof bike like a DR650 to serve off-road desires. Plus, you won’t be stressed looking for a dealer should you need support - which you likely won’t. These mid-weight ADV machines have now entered Rolex rider territory. Gee, let’s take out my 890 on the trail today and bust it up a bit?! Pass. That stated, if owning a single bike was the only option, I’d say the T7 would tick all boxes minus one (which I’ve yet to see any reviews on): Pillion comfort. Assuming many of us have a significant other, and wanting to share the pleasures of exploration via 2 up, passenger comfort is paramount. Btw, I own a Guzzi and a Super Tenere, and if not for those bikes, I’d possibly opt for that beautiful V85TT (my friend got one after he experienced how awesome that transverse V-Twin on my ‘93 1000S felt) instead. Pillion comfort according to my pal, is spot on. I really believe the Guzzi is the best value of the bunch (luggage included) if you have a partner who partakes in excursions and you don’t wanna spend +$13K on a machine. People will stare at you on it, too (let’s face it, we all enjoy that!). One of the reasons I sought my 1000S out across the country in ‘96 was because it looked like a classic machine that would age well (there’s nowhere I go where people don’t say how beautiful it is). The V85TT has that look and feel about it as well; it should age like a fine wine.

[@nairolfnednilruz]

Very nice and sympathetic clip. Thanks allot!

[@danielyurkiw1413]

Could not agree more about getting cruise control on the Tenere. It’s a deal breaker for me.

[@torquer9669]

Good presentation. I would have like to have heard more about ergonomics but...

[@_Makanko_]

Thanks, this was a great video.

[@twotone3471]

If you are wondering where Honda is for this class of bike, they are all in on selling bikes without clutches, and seeing so few people learning how to use a Manual transmission these days, the Honda X-ADV 750 might do better here than its looks imply.

[@victorherrero4790]

And the V strom 650 xt?

[@OldGuy70s]

The Ktm & Moto R Nice Looking Too......

[@tacjam1]

The T7 and welded subframe is garbage, I've already read on the forums where people drop the bike and the muffler bracket digs into the swingarm and bends the subframe since the subframe is welded onto the bike was totaled. I would spend the extra $10 on 4 bolts and have a removable subframe, I was honestly considering the T7 until I started reading the owner's forums why would you weld on a subframe to a bike that is designed to go offroad and weight over 400lbs?

[@Endeavor545]

I’m with the old guy. Give me some heated grips! Maybe a heated seat. Nothing sucks quite like not feeling your fingers. Never mind your riding a motorcycle.

[@PistolPeteSTL]

Maybe John Burns should start reviewing Cadillacs. They have pretty fancy cruise control.

[@wg1980hr]

Thanks for the varied insights on these bikes. At 39:40, T7 is 72hp @ , 9,000, not 64. I think 64hp is the euro version?

[@trailrider1980]

Dyno results, power at whee lol s not crank. It is always less

[@dannyrebel9538]

Where is the Ducati 950 ??

[@Fstmt09]

Great video. Thank you.

[@danielforrest3871]

Really cool reviews, I like the different takes. It would be nice to get at least heights of riders to get a sense of size.

[@marthinusvorster]

Great debate. My bike history road and dual. When I had to combine (which is what ADV is about for me) I went XChallenge. For the next addition to the stable I'll test T7, KTM 790, Husqy 701 LR and for odd ball a desert sled.

[@justsomedude445]

diff bike and diff market but i really want to ride one of those 701LR's

[@philipdarnall787]

What is going on with the bad music in the back ground?

[@Nick-vx6pr]

Why not use the 850 gs The gsa is not nimble compared

[@lovebug8144]

no mention of reliability? Huge factor. i hear yamaha usually takes the cake?

[@aaronlakanen4041]

Brilliant review.

[@marcotrevino6458]

Great video guys!

[@yanshin86]

T7 is my bike of choice

[@f1hotrod527]

I am old, I remember when middle weight meant 600cc. in 2 years 1200 cc will be middle weight.

[@jeffhildreth9244]

I am old, I remember when a 600 was considered a monster.

[@koviyovas8325]

quality, reliability, insurance, and maintenance are all better in the Tenere

[@OtterPup_]

I want to get a Honda CT125 trail bike so bad 🥲

[@justsomedude445]

me2

[@untamedsmiles1338]

Great job on video!

[@bogusfranz1503]

Good review. Thanks.

[@andersa4667]

Dear manufacturers! Please bring us a new Japanese 450-500 adventure bike: Single, liquid cooled, injection, 21 inch front, tubeless?, spoked wheels, LIGHT, low center of gravety, long service intervals, cruise control, simple to service and with decent wind protection designed for full size (western) riders! No topcase, no driveshaft, no cast alloy, no extra front lights, no rack, no tablet screen, no 30 litre tank, no nonsense, no 80+ horses. Oh, and don´t forget to add lightness. When you think you are done, shave off a few kilos, please. Anything above 165 kg excl. fuel is too heavy. Until you succeed I see no reason to swap my 20 year old adventure bike.

[@jeffhildreth9244]

And put a serious fuel tank on it, at least 6 gallons.

[@danielovalle7088]

The next africa 750 will be

[@SpirosGlykas]

Great comparo, guys!