I think Moto Guzzi really nailed it with this model. They understood the market and gave the riders a nice, practical, comfortable machine, without compromising their style and italian charm.
@janisliksts4 жыл бұрын
Could be first review of this bike when someone actually drives it off the tarmac.
@laurencefaux64514 жыл бұрын
I'm only half way through, but this review is providing two orders of magnitude more than anything I've seen to date. This is what bike reviews should be like.
@Gee_w_photo4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like more than enough bike fr the majority of occasions. I enjoy a bike that doesn't want you to ride at 10/10ths all the time, enjoy the ride! ✌
@afidarkside4 жыл бұрын
I love my guzzi and love seeing whats new in their lineup for 2020. Looks like its gonna be a home run once production catches up with demand. I love that Guzzi sticks with what they know best, the air-cooled adds such a nice bit of character to their bikes. The v85 is no exception, this bike is sharp.
@TimeGallon3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. I love that they have kept a lot of their models air cooled.
@cpuuk4 жыл бұрын
You are the first person I've seen take this bike off-road- well done sir. I was beginning to think it couldn't be done.
@athewake4 жыл бұрын
The bikes engine mapping is restricted until first service, this is shown when over speed indicator lights flash during engine run in. The engine comes alive after service remapping, and is a different bike from pre service. I absolutely love riding my V85TT travel, and hope to do some serious miles on it.
@younicbic4 жыл бұрын
I had never heard this, I hope everything is going well with the bike
@markusb.79313 жыл бұрын
I do not believe that the mapping is changed. Mine was not after the first service. Only the threshold that starts the LEDs to flash due to the rpm is altered. But you can change this whenever you want on your own. And I did so.
@MohitPratapSingh954 жыл бұрын
I can’t even tell you how happy I get just to see ur new video popping in the KZbin feed . Thank you for all the riding inspiration :)
@blueteeth.spooker4 жыл бұрын
Great review Moto Geo, really nicely done, and I'm so pleased you liked the bike and gave it such a favourable review. In the real world, I don't think that many people would be frustrated by a lack of power - it seems to have plenty of shunt, and anyway it's always going to be more rewarding to able to use ALL of it, rather than only SOME of it on some 160-180hp rocket. Guzzi may have a long and illustrious racing pedigree, but their line-up nowadays isn't designed to hurtle you towards oblivion at warp speed; and a big engine in a softer state of tune, albeit with gobs of torque, is going to last well and not be some temperamental, high-maintenance projectile only for those with deep pockets. I love my Guzzis, they're keepers, they grow on you and keep on growing. Great bikes.
@TimeGallon3 жыл бұрын
Moto guzzi is slowly becoming my favorite motorcycle manufacturer. It’s very German in it’s attention to longevity and very Italian in it’s attention to aesthetics and charm.
@barryolaith4 жыл бұрын
Excellent review with all the right information (except price, which is another big advantage of this bike). I love that you give both weights, dry and kerb; this is the only way to compare different bikes, especially when one has a big tank. Guzzi deserve to sell these in droves. Guzzis are keepers too, you grow together. They last.
@Uliio4 жыл бұрын
Companies are building some pretty awesome adventure bikes nowadays.
@gere77394 жыл бұрын
Im an owner and I think your review is the best I ve evere seen so far. Good job. Greetings from italy
@younicbic4 жыл бұрын
Ciao, come ti trovi?
@gere77394 жыл бұрын
@@younicbic molto bene, poi ovviamente solo tu puoi conoscere le tue esigenze. È una moto tutto fare e di per se non fa niente al massimo. Provala. Secondo me nel suo segmento è la migliore.
@gregmatty63934 жыл бұрын
Are you happy with the bike? I really like the light clutch pull and need that at this stage in life.
@gere77394 жыл бұрын
@@gregmatty6393 really happy, it looks like a solid build bike. And it worths the money i`ve spent. If you enjoy driving in a wide range of conditions, as a pleasure not like a race, give it a try. The only cons i can say is that the protection against wind on higway is not good.
@gregmatty63934 жыл бұрын
@@gere7739 Have you installed a larger windscreen?
@whatsstefon4 жыл бұрын
First reviewer in general that I’ve seen who accepts the characteristics of a bike rather than call them shortcomings or negatives. Cred where it’s due, this guy reviews bikes the honest way.
@MaxFromSydney14 жыл бұрын
@Jamie, this is the best V85TT review that I’ve come across. Great job! You really seemed to nail the potential applications of this bike. I love the paintjob on that example as well; a great conversation starter without the Ronald McDonald jokes that would accompany the Red/Yellow/White colour option.
@michaelhayward75724 жыл бұрын
Good review. Guzzis are not for everyone. And they are not like other motorcycles, especially the older carb'd models before the factory got into flywheel lightening. And thats how i like it. A reccommendation for anybody serious about test riding, turn down any 50-100 mile test ride - you won't like it. Take one for a morning or afternoon, or preferably the whole day, long term.like Jamie, and, if you're different from the crowd, you'll get it, and sign on the dotted line. Greatest motorcycles made in the last 50 years. Period.
@alejandrorebelde53144 жыл бұрын
Totally agree ✌️
@francopasinelli4 жыл бұрын
Talking about my 1979 1000 SP (spada)? lol
@giec34844 жыл бұрын
Smallest bike on the market to fit a cardan final transmission, and the frame has been developed by Aprilia (which belongs, like MG, to the Piaggio Group). Just a couple of extra info to add value to the "package". This is such a great bike, I loved every time I had the chance to try it. But, to me, it's either "Mandello Red" or "Sahara Yellow", really don't like the Travel Edition's livery...
@coachron35244 жыл бұрын
Agreed! Red one on my list!
@onanysundrymule31444 жыл бұрын
There is the Ural too of course, at 750cc, also a shaftie. Kind regards.
@simondavis7414 жыл бұрын
Giacomo Berti V7III is smaller.
@giec34844 жыл бұрын
@@simondavis741you're absolutely right, my bad. I was thinking at adventure bikes and totally forgot that even the small V7 is cardan-fitted!
@nigelfisher37563 жыл бұрын
Very concise review of Guzzi’s V85tt - thanks for sharing. Had Guzzis for years and always impressed with them as long-term ownership bikes. Great lookers, good engines and torque, easy maintenance and usually very well styled - what’s not to like. But as you say in your video, you have to know how to ride them.
@tyroy574 жыл бұрын
Thanks, helpful and interesting review. I've just bought one and you've picked out the salient points. You've certainly given it a thorough testing, Happy trails :)
@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr4 жыл бұрын
Comprehensive review. Perfect. Thank you. Ride safe my friend...
@PetersInsanity4 жыл бұрын
great bike 👍🏍 enjoy the ride.
@frankpinion49374 жыл бұрын
Great review. The engine is a superb design that has being perfected by MotoGuzzi over decades. Overhead valve design which means supremely reliable because of the use of push rods to actuate the valves the distance between the crankshaft and camshaft is very short hence only a short chain required. These are forever engines. I had a 30,000+ mile Breva 750 & it had being well used but it never used any oil between changes and I tell you once I'd set the tappets myself with just a feeler gauge, ring spanner and screw driver the idling was rock steady at 1,300 rpm and the motor still sounded tight. You don't have to remove fuel tanks or radiator's to do the tappet's just the rocker cover's & only 2 valves per cylinder. So easy and if you don't want to do yourself then very cheap to get it down as a very quick & easy job.He mentioned like a GS however not the weight of a GS. Shaft is great as you don't have to worry about lubricating your chain and it's easy to service when it comes to doing the oil. The other big factor is the seat height at about 830 mm is manageable for most. The Tenere certainly isn't. The Triumph Tiger suffers the same problem. It can look the best but if you can't get your feet down to even support the bike then there's not much point especially off road.
@stoicwarrior3464 жыл бұрын
Your comment is good because I will be in the market for a reliable adventure bike with easy maintenance.The africa twin takes hours to do shim valves and the BMW does no longer seem to be that reliable.Only concern is that I had a lemans 2 with oils leaks affecting the dry clutch plate, broken universal joint and electric starting problems.That put me off so I sold it to purchase a Japanese machine.
@gsleatherworks24424 жыл бұрын
Thank you for actually taking this bike off the road and on the trail! I have only 200 miles on mine and can’t wait to get it on some trails. Agree with downshifting in corners.
@Theophilus19684 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you're back on two wheels Jamie. If you could only have one bike in your garage to tour, overnight camp, Sunday Twisties and occasional gravel on, would you choose the Yamaha T7 or the Guzzi? I tend to hang onto my bikes long-term and have had my eyes in both these bikes for a long time. ,😉
@markmascall79194 жыл бұрын
Thanks great review, awesome location 🙏
@RoyKarny4 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad to see you back! Hope you are doing fine, healthy and happy.
@1990-t1j4 жыл бұрын
I'd much rather have your Ducati Scrambler. Do you still have it, or was that the bike you were riding when you crashed last year?
@marremane3 жыл бұрын
And slap on an after market exhaust and it is probably the best sounding adventure bike on the market
@andrewdams78302 ай бұрын
Motogeo, Jamie Robinson was a top British Championship rider back in the day. Definitely a bloke worth listening to! Oh, I’ve just ordered a new 85tt. Can’t find a bad review on one!
@mattguzzim17443 жыл бұрын
Now that I own it, I have to correct you Jamie. It does like to be rev'd. The light show (rev indicator lights) are set low from the factory and makes it seem like you need to short shift. It will rev happily up to the red line. It perks up bewtween 3500 and 6000 rpms.
@muf7224 жыл бұрын
Nice honest review. Great bike and fantastic scenery. Thumbs up.
@UncleWally34 жыл бұрын
Here’s a thought: Sometimes the idiosyncratic fit between bike and rider trumps objective specifications. Does that make sense?
@stefanferia58664 жыл бұрын
Great review from some dude who really knows how to ride off road. This bike is gorgeous and gets 100% with this bigger windshield. I agree about the panel,it coul'd be bigger and in my opinion with a dark frame. I love this bike as the V7 too....
@gtomcat321 Жыл бұрын
A Yorkshireman sayin things like "Gallons" & "Gas". What's that abart?? Great review though great camera work & film footage too. Now I've seen the V85tt ridden proper off road I know it's capable wi sum.decemt intermediate tyres. Yeah! 'Tyres not bloody "Tires" lol. I'm fed up wi chains & chain maintance too. Nobody talks about proper wheel alignment when tightening a chain, which is also a time consuming pain in the arse so a shaft drive removes all that time, effort & worry. Great video -A- tell- Thi! 👏👍
@John-ev3cz2 жыл бұрын
Great review and good riding skills on and off the road; I’m 69 years old now returning to riding after 35 years; just ordered a 2022 Centenario V85TT and it sounds like there has been some improvements like tubeless tires and a revamped torque curve to have more low in a min rage power; anxious to get the bike; I also purchased a 2021 V7 850 Special and now having 5000 miles on that really enjoying it also; thanks for the good review John
@Youtube_Globetrotter8 ай бұрын
This bike have grown on me. At first I was not so keen on the looks. But now I kind of like it. I need to test it for sure. I'm a short rider. 173 cm / 5'8" and most adv bikes are way way to high for me.
@A613A7 ай бұрын
And what do You think about using this bike in some days (more than 3) travelling with passenger (me and my son 200 kg together)?
@twowheeledgator13644 жыл бұрын
I have a 1995 GS and if I had to replace it I think this bike would be on the shortlist . The MG is not as wizmo-gizmo as the GS and that is fine with me. Nor do I need the shift-cam or clutchless shifting. Long legged for long trips and a fire road or two. I like it. Thanks for sharing
@twowheeledgator13644 жыл бұрын
And hydronic valves!!!!
@OscarCalvete4 жыл бұрын
@@twowheeledgator1364 excuse my ignorance, what are hydronic valves?
@markanstey26544 жыл бұрын
@@twowheeledgator1364 what are hydronic valves - I haven't heard of them?
@michaeljkasnter4 жыл бұрын
You are one of few that got to ride the Honda RC213V-S, please get on the new Fireblade ASAP and report back to us Fireblade riders!! Should be here in the USA late October!!!
@garrysmith50243 жыл бұрын
Great review. It's my next bike.
@loomspace4 жыл бұрын
The only replacement for my r100gs that I would consider. Well done, Moto Guzzi! And great review, Motogeo!
@markusb.79313 жыл бұрын
I am an owner and I think your review is pretty fair. I love mine, 10k kilometers within 4 months. Including 14 days through Scottland with a tent and 1000 km on one day on my way home without big pain . Great bike for tours. I am 1.8m and 76kg and it fits perfect.
@kennyjohannesson41824 жыл бұрын
The bike kinda looks like if a Bmw and a Triumph had a child. I love it!
@TheG60528XiJinPing3 жыл бұрын
I hear everyone say it's ugly but I freaking love the way it looks
@giuliobuccini2084 жыл бұрын
This is the new Honda Transalp, the bike good for all. With many plus: shaft-drive, cruise control and no water radiators that can be broken by a rock.
@motorcyclesplanet4 жыл бұрын
i have one and i agree with everything he said here , thumbs up
@BornAGoon4 жыл бұрын
Looks like they glued 6 different adventure bikes together Good job reviewing it
@mike.thomas3 жыл бұрын
Great review, and beautifully shot and edited. Loved it.
@teneretraveller89804 жыл бұрын
Nice one. Guzxi's best bike in years
@Michael_Mears3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Shaft-drive, air-cooled, plenty of torque, comfy seat at a good height, very nice styling, I'm impressed with this bike. However, at AUD23,500 ride-away, it's up there in price. The $10K difference between my V-Strom 650XT and the V85TT is a lot of travel money. I must admire this bike from afar, at least for now.
@thepab30724 жыл бұрын
V85tt vs Tiger 900, I think having a shaft drive helps the V85tt. Who wants to adjust a chain on a 5000Km plus roadtrip. Tiger has a lot going and it has a low options for short riders like me.... Price wise the V85tt cost less and has more stuff, better screen also. Well, lots to think about before I'm buying my next bike.
@xariszoupanos61382 жыл бұрын
Great review!! Is this bike ideal for a beginner also? Would you reccoment it to a new driver like me? I’m 6’2 high and my weight is around 80 kilos. Thanks 😄
@bigkahoonas42102 жыл бұрын
Nice to see a rider that acknowledges the bike for what it is designed for, it amazes me that people buy this bike and try to ride it like a ZX10. It's heart breaking. Having had shaft driven v twins for many years, they do have characteristics that you can not get with an inline 4 or parallel twin. Honda CX's in their day were not a powerful bike, but given there low revving engines with good maintenance, try find a bike as reliable. Used the CX 500 Shadow for many years as a courier bike. Best bike ever made for that job.
@chonathew4 жыл бұрын
Love that you're putting a camera man on the back!
@andybriggs63434 жыл бұрын
Never mind how the bike is, can you use it to get a burger down yer neck??? I need to know Jamie!!!
@beamdoctor56374 жыл бұрын
Yes he can, so this bike is a winner.
@Seekay924 жыл бұрын
7th comment. Wish i came here first
@andrewlivingston923 жыл бұрын
"Overall, its very much like a motorcycle..." perhaps one of the most understated and ignored aspect. For the same reason I feel like my crf250l feels more like a motorcycle than a goldwing.
@kevinlunney56084 жыл бұрын
Jamie where are you riding there?
@ampm97713 жыл бұрын
Impressive review, not your typical paid-to-bash-Italian-bikes reviews you get all the time. Kudos!!
@ponchyponchy6873 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this great video and how you show the potential of the guzzi v85tt. I've ordered a travel after testing. I'll take offroad courses in October I want to fully enjoy that motorbike. I'm so happy
@hhjones93934 жыл бұрын
That's my next Guzzi, it will replace my Norge. I like the Stelvio but the V85TT is lighter and easier to handle.
@abhayvadhavkar22312 жыл бұрын
I have a California 1400 Touring. This bike would be a great addition to the stable.
@devidmartini55333 жыл бұрын
W la Guzzi, bella recensione 👍🏻🍻👋🏻👋🏻
@claretbuck18824 жыл бұрын
Awesome bike 👍🏻
@davidelizabeth49334 жыл бұрын
We see a retiree buying this who wants do some touring including dirt roads on a nit too big, low maintenance bike. They likely haven't rode in years and remember Moto Guzzi from back in the day.
@kimfucku80744 жыл бұрын
How do you know me?
@OscarCalvete4 жыл бұрын
@@kimfucku8074 And me... lol
@tealbunny4 жыл бұрын
Not retired but enjoy traveling on my 2009 norge. camping is dificult at remote spots and would love to have offroad capability. Now all I have to do is convince my riding budy to replace his norge with one so he can follow me into the wilderness. Lots of goat trails here in Sanoma County for local rides. Definitly going to get one . great review. Ride safe Ride free friend.
@John-ev3cz2 жыл бұрын
You’re exactly right I’m 69 just retired haven’t ridden a motorcycle for 35 years and the Moto Guzzi 2021 V7 850 Special I just purchased and purchased the 2022 V85TT Centenario will fit my lifestyle exactly ; you nailed it!
@briananderson22194 жыл бұрын
Great video Jamie that bike looks incredibly fun exquisitely beautiful and I'm sure like you said it is all things except super fast. Otherwise looks all but perfect for someone who's not trying to be a Speed Demon
@colleenbuchanan82474 жыл бұрын
I went for a 5 hour ride on dirt and tarmac and was very impressed with bike in every way.-surprised me ....and for a 850 air cooled it was no slug pulling up to 200 klm/hr. and feeling rock solid.
@spadaspares Жыл бұрын
I took one out for a demo and didn't want to return it!🤣
@dingdongdawang4 жыл бұрын
I know you dislike it hehe 🙃
@mornarmilan5 ай бұрын
Awesome review
@WadeMade10 ай бұрын
Me want!!
@paullacey29994 жыл бұрын
You cant help not loving that bike.Even in Sandy Gold.I can forgive that......and great to see it offroad too
@younicbic4 жыл бұрын
Great review sir, almost perfect. If only you pronounced Moto Guzzi better 😊
@mikefiford5784 жыл бұрын
No Burgers?? ;) Enjoyed the review nonetheless. Thumbs up!
@MrFezco3 жыл бұрын
Shaft drive and air cooled makes it attractive. Might be the Multistrada replacement for me when it’s time.
@robedmunds71634 жыл бұрын
Great high claass review as always. That bike should come standard with crash bars. The cylinders and bulbous tank are asking for a smack off road.
@marcogramolini59903 жыл бұрын
This is an adventure bike review! Real trails. Not only flat gravel roads.
@dw11684 жыл бұрын
I've missed you! Your videos are excellent with very good info. Thanks!!
@steveross22804 жыл бұрын
You surprised me with the off road riding! It looks like it would hold its own if you give it some throttle! The panniers are growing on me, which ones do you prefer?
@6thwatergateplumber3 жыл бұрын
It would have been nice to see how the additional cat-eye lights on this model look after sundown.
@arthurmorton19944 жыл бұрын
Is moto guzzi still offering a free dog with the purchase ?
@thomasneedham15122 жыл бұрын
And now the 21s are tubeless. Love mine!
@jotteronR1200GS4 жыл бұрын
Moto Guzzi V85 TT 😍 wonderfull Bike 🏍
@BRAINFxck104 жыл бұрын
The best scrambler on the market is actually an adventure bike lol
@alanriopelli73744 жыл бұрын
Is there an alternative to the bash plate? The stock one appears to be attached to the exhaust/manifold pipes.
@ossa604 жыл бұрын
so does this mean it's an extremely durable engine????
@JohnMFlores3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this detailed review!
@tealbunny3 жыл бұрын
TT for me I am ready to start my adventure. Rocks and Roads Ride safe Ride free friend.
@SupRec3 жыл бұрын
Not my style of bike, but a nice bike tho.
@samiam53264 жыл бұрын
Great review. How would you compare it to a V-Strom 650?
@danielecheverriazeas77744 жыл бұрын
I got one, and it's full Led, this one it isn't 🤷♂️
@googlelimp98344 жыл бұрын
nope sorry dont like it at all think it looks like a right pile of uglyness
@Vegesaurus73 жыл бұрын
Really nice review. Fantastic footage and well edited. Great job. I’ve never ridden a MotoGuzzi but I’d really like to ride this one.
@motogeo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍
@LO-xf2ho4 жыл бұрын
First credible off-road review of this nifty bike. And well done
@MarcoGJ464 жыл бұрын
I die. This bike...have everything. Just a dream .
@CCitis4 жыл бұрын
I think it is a pretty solid package man. The only thing for me is I wish the power was up a tiny bit. I would have to ride one to actually decide. Having seen it and sat on it, the fit and finish quality is really, really top notch
@tmlhkyfn4 жыл бұрын
@@CCitis I live in the Foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Canada & have a Travel version (wish my bags would arrive) & this bike has more than enough power to get out & pass. Took it over Highwood Pass last weekend (It's lofty: Topping out nearly in the alpine zone at 2206-m (7238-ft) Highwood Pass, this is the highest public road in Canada. It's spectacular, traversing a mountain vastness enshrined within provincial parklands) & the bike was a dream & it's not even broke in yet
@jps89414 жыл бұрын
One thing to point out is it price even in Canada price is reasonable all the Moto Guzzi are priced very well and worth the money.I own a v7iii carbon dark I really liked adventure bike if i was going to get another bike that would be it.
@TheRapier953 жыл бұрын
Haha, same! 0817 here.
@mattq89883 жыл бұрын
5:37 Nice transition there, bud.
@TwoHemiViewer4 жыл бұрын
I wonder when/if it will get tubeless rims? and I also wonder how the tiny single rear shock can deal with long corrugated roads carrying weight? I recon it would overheat. One of the better video tests I've seen.
@frostcoma3 жыл бұрын
The 2021 model has spoked tubeless rims. Shaves a little weight, too!
@WoodrowfolloweroftheMessiah3 жыл бұрын
👍🏻🙏🏻😀
@thesushant734 жыл бұрын
Looks like the designer of this bike played alot of Pubg. Looks exactly like the bike in the game