The Guzzi is Air cooled, Push rod motor, Shaft Drive, The Honda and BMW are water-cooled and all about modern and latest technology. That makes the Guzzi a marvel that it can even be considered in this company. What Guzzi is doing is not fake and has a real tie to their roots unlike nearly every other manufacturer who makes retro bikes which are retro in looks only.

Great honest review. The one thing no one ever talks about in these reviews is what it's like to own one. What maintenance would be like. There is no easier bike to maintain than a Guzzi. Spend thousands at the BMW (or KTM, or Ducati) dealership or spend a couple of hours doing everything yourself on the Guzzi. No brainer.

Guzzi for me,and shaft drive is the icing on the cake.👌👍🏻

While the Guzzi may never be the "best bike" if its anything like my V7 it will put a smile on your face every time you start it up. The Guzzi just has that "IT" factor that is lacking with most.

Bought '22 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Centenario. Love it. Very comfortable, has cruise control, does well off-road and has character that the others do not. Have always been BMW fan and still am, but very happy with my Guzzi.

The only bike in this group with soul - The Guzzi. The other two have the appeal of a refridgerator :)

Fashion, style and rough at the same time.... Guzzi all the way !!!

On my second Guzzi... was gonna buy a Yamaha T7, looked at an 850 gs but ended up with a v85tt travel. I needed my motorcycle to look nice 😆 also to be noted , I have taken my v85tt travel off road and it does excellent! Also it’s much lighter and not a square plastic box like the BMW and Honda. $100 wind screen extension for the guzzi and you’ve fixed the buffeting.

I like shaft drive when you are in the dirt. I dont want to spend 30 minutes cleaning and lubing the chain everytime i drive on dirt. Then there is the adjusting when the chain stretches and the replacing of sprockets.

I rode the Guzzi 85TT this week and, for the most part, I liked it. The two negative issues that were not good for me were the hard rear suspension (which could be adjusted, maybe) and the wind buffeting my helmet (which might be cured by a plastic add-on lip. On the plus side, the turning radius is very small. The front and rear seats are very comfortable. I, personally, didn't notice any problem with the brakes or front forks. I mostly rode on rough pavement. The Guzzi feels lighter to me, than the other two bikes. The seat height is lower that the Honda or the BMW. After sitting on the Guzzi, the BMW seems huge. It was only 65 F when I rode the Guzzi and I didn't notice any engine heat, which is a good thing. An issue for me, is that there isn't another Guzzi dealer within 150 miles. If this dealer closes, it is a 300 mile trip to drop the bike off and a 300 mile trip to pick it up. Tires are a matter of preference and I would change the tires on the Honda and the Guzzi. Across the country, I would take the BMW. 1000 mile trips I'd take the Honda. 300 to 500 mile trips I like the Guzzi because it's lower, has a comfy seat, a better turning radius AND the sound and power delivery, while not any better than the others, is unique and mesmerizing. Around town the Guzzi would be great with a different rear shock set-up. Good review, guys!👍

just test rode the v85tt guzzi wow such a fun bike the other two are in a different class but for fun look and feel the guzzi has it.!!!

The Guzzi offers a lot more for the price and looks amazing.

Love the sound of the Guzzi..

I would go for the Guzzi v85. Yes, it cannot go fast in offroad, but it has a lower center of gravity than the other two bikes, as well as lower footpegs, so it is very easy to drive on gravel roads (I tested it). Turning round the V85 180° back on a trail is like eating a piece of cake. (BTW, it has the cruise control too!)

Such amazing information delivered in a fun, approachable manner. Outstanding - thank you!

You guys are so funny "what jacket & helmet is that?" chuckling... great fun, excellent ride footage and fun banter - thanks so much for all you do!

Epic show again guys! Thank you! Now I’m waiting for your full 790 adventure R vs BMW 850

Love the fact that you guys mention city driving too and the heat coming out from the engines. Bikes aren't only used for adventure and it's really useful to know how they are when driving in the city.

Great comparison, well shot and edited. For me the 2019 Tiger XCa. Test road it last weekend and now scheming to pay for it as my second bike. Thanks guys.

if i were to buy one out of the three it would be the Guzzi :)

Great test, I vote for V85tt ..

Great job, Moto Guzzi. Shaft drive, air cooled, very good sounded and looks better than the other. I go with that bike 2.000 kms since April and it is just amazing.

Great video! I would like any of these bikes, but the V85 TT appeals to me most.

The Moto Guzzi is the bike I would have out of these bikes.I think it looks great.

For certain, the Moto Guzzi is the best looking.

Very good, very entertaining review. My only slight criticism is, like many other reviewers, you don't factor price in as much as you should, and as much as the average person in the real world has to do. The Guzzi is amazing for the money......and has shaft drive......and has cruise control.....tougher, easier to work on air-cooled engine.

Bogdan's arrival with the Guzzi, along with the following reactions, pretty much sets it up! Genius

Guys, just for Your information: the Guzzi comes with a cruise control in standard and it offers a phone connectivity option as well (what is basically the least important thing to me). I rode the A-Twin on a trip through Europe for ca. 5.500 km and it is a great touring bike with gravel road capability, anyhow it is way too big and top heavy for everyday use and really problematic in the city. With the V85TT I just had a test ride of 2 hours, but in my opinion it works much better as the only bike in your garage, it looks stunning, sounds incredible when revved up and performs good overall. The only real issue is the engine heat, which I know very good from my former 1150 and 1200 GS (I rode both for ca. 120.000 km, so it is an issue one can live with).

Really great, intelligent analysis. This + a test ride = informed choice. Worth a lot.

Really great comparison guys. I think your comments about what capabilities a large Adventure bike should have are spot on.

Excellent review guys . Best one around , comparing reviews from all over the world. The f850 GS or GSA are indeed phenomenal projects for the purpose they are built for. They both handle all kinds of terrains and in a pristine way. As for the Africa Twin I haven’t had one but your review seems to match what I expected . All the best from Brazil !

Very good job. Thanks for the time you took to ride these bikes and offer your comments. You can't cover everything with a limited test ride but you give us some valuable insights.

Moto Guzzi all the way. Best looking by far, cheaper and has shaft drive.

Guzzi has the cruise control ! I don’t know why it’s not mentioned (or known) also the off road riding mode for what it matters.

Absolutely great comparison, thank you so much!!!

Another great review guys, i really enjoy watchng your stuff

Great vlog chaps. Very informative. Even though its not the best ( in your opinions/findings) I would still go for the Guzzi

The guzzi is amazing

Great review guys.You guys do an excellent job,thks.

Great review and the nice thing is nothing is negative. Really enjoying your videos..... plus you do serious miles and I envy your trips. Fantastic.

Excellent and very entertaining review guys. Well done.👍

A well rounded review, thank you.

As usual, very objective and thorough, thanks guys.

O'h dear! Why do I love the look and character of the Guzzi!!!!??? To me it looks like a proper motorcyle. I love the engine sticking out! I like shaft drive motorcycles! I like the two headlights! I like to service my own bikes! I am 60 and don't ride like I stole it anymore! It is beautiful, in spite of its flaws! Logical analysis, plays a part in a buying process......but for a bike, so does the heart!

Your episodes are getting better and better every time! And they were amazing to begin with!

Thanks for the Video, my favorite is the Moto Guzzi. 😀

I like your reviews, they are very informative. My view on the Africa Twin Adventure Sports is that it's a bike geared toward tall people like myself, I'm 6' 4" and I love the bike. I also love the price. For me there is no question, I'm going for the ATAS not the BMW and I've owned and still own BMW's

Great review guys! I appreciate your willingness to give an honest opinion even if some disagree. The F 850 GS is on my radar as a possibility.

Great video, looking forward to more!

Very like-able hosts and good overview.

Excellent, useful, real world review, thanks guys.

My dad had a Guzzi Galleto 175 in 1962! He use to ride every day for almost 20 years without a single problem! Was a very funny e good motorcycle! I never forget the engine sound! Wonderful bike!

You guys always make a good Comparsion !!!😎 I would like to see one specific for BMW 1250 TFT display . thank you from 🇨🇦

Great comparison! Maybe you could also add some info in the notes section about the clothing/helmets you are wearing during the test rides. Keep up the great work!

I bought a Moto Guzzi V85TT last year after selling my Triumph Explorer 1200, , absolutely love it, a great bike.

Finally an original bike!! Great Guzzi!! I'm sorry, but the rest seems photocopies... German photocopy, Japanese photocopy... I like very much the idea of an adventure bike that not ruin me... There are another brands in the world!!

Another great review! 👏🏻

New sub here. I like that you actually name a winner.

You guys do great and entertaining reviews. Always enjoy watching. Thanks for taking the time. But one request.. have all the bikes with the same type of tire on them. Having some with street tires and some with dirt/enduro is not a fair compare. It's about the biggest item needed for true compares. Keep up the great work!

Thanks for the Video good job

Great review, thanks! Cool engine, shaft drive, easy maintenance, great style, much better price.........I will take a V85 please.

Great review guys, I would by a 1200GS personally but I will stick with my Super Tenere 1200 for the time being. Thanks again.

Thanks, you said the things that I needed to hear. 👍🏼

Many thanks for honest and brave Opinions and test.

Love the Guzzi !

awesome video i cant wait to just on my 21 F850gs 40th later this afternoon

Love every thing that you do

Nice video, but I wonder how would the Triumph Tigers 800 XRT or XCA models perform in this comparison video too

I think that guzzi will be just fine for me

This is a fantastic channel . Really it is.

Good, honest and correct presentation :-)

great review...thanks!!

Great job guys... A Guzzi for me please... P.s... there is a cruise control on the Guzzi too....

Amazing!!! Very good job guys, very very good, CONGRATULATIONS!! I love Moto Guzzi V85tt

Italians have the style. Period!!! GS owner here.

Let´s see. Lower center of gravity, cheaper, cruise control, and shaft drive (cardan) so no chain maintenance. Guzzi is the clear winner to me.

Very good vid chaps .. The weather looked a bit grim .. My choice would be a standard Africa Twin DCT .. Less is more in this case :)

Professional, charming and fun consumer information!

Of the three, I'd spend my money on the Guzzi.

Good analysis!

1 guzzi 😍 😍 😍 😍 😍 2 Honda 😍😍😍 3 bmw 😍

Can you please compare tiger 800 with BMW adventure

Excellent insights

Nice review. And in future KTM 790 Adventure and Adventure R tests will be interesting

Did you try the tilt function of the Guzzi wind screen? You loosen two screws in on the sides and you can tilt it more upright or slope

RIP. The best review out there

As usual: great review; thanks; but where is the Tiger 800 XCA ? How does the Tiger 800 XCA compete in his adventure bike category? Cheers from Montreal? We could also add new KTM 790 Adventure 😉. NB: before considering a V85TT, i will wait for the future second version of it 😊.

Bravo! More. do more!

Guys, chage your tires!!!! Thanks for the video. Vs

Nice video again! Next year Yamaha Tenere 700, KTM 790 R, and BMW?

Intend to change my kawasaki z800 to Honda ATAS manual type around year end. Like the review

I test rode Guzzi V85 TT today. It feels very different than other modern bikes that I tried. I wouldn't put it in the same class with the other two because it is air cooled and power delivery is very different. Also, the MSRP is good $4k-$5k lower which is lots of money. Honda and BMW make lots of bikes and there is often left over inventory from 2-3 years earlier where one can find deal for less than $10k. I've seen recently bunch of never used 2017 Africa Twins listed below $9k. Guzzi is pretty much the only machine in the cc range with shaft drive which is the most compelling feature for me on this bike along price tag. I guess it is matter of taste, preference, budget and little bit of luck finding a deal or even model. This is upper market though. Most of the world cannot afford any of these bikes.

How do these measure up against a Tiger 800 XCA?

Awesome video

Perhaps a little too much talking, but a lot of video footage of the bikes while moving, good work, cheers from Italy 🇮🇹

Guzzi next bike after 1190 adventure, Guzzi for easy driving, getting older so horsepower is not important anymore.

Moto Guzzi for sure

Guzzi every time

Something with the road manners of the bmw & off road capability of the Honda with the personality of the moto guzzi.. The new triumph tiger 900 suddenly sounds appealing..

Guzzi for me shaft drive and easy to maintains .