BMW G 650 GS versus Moto Guzzi V100

Make
Model
Make
Model
Make
Model
BMW

BMW G 650 GS

Adventure
Moto Guzzi

Moto Guzzi V100

Sporttourer

Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2011 bis 2016
Built von 2022 bis 2024~
RRP
RRP 15.499 €
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Pros:
  • light and manoeuvrable
  • uncomplicated
  • favorable consumption
  • solid workmanship
  • enough space for passenger
Pros:
  • engine with a strong character
  • gorgeous V2 sound
  • snappy brakes
  • good technical equipment
  • typical Guzzi feeling goes along
Cons:
  • radiates little emotion
Cons:
  • Clutch separates a bit sticky at first

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.477 mm
Length :
2.165 mm
Seat :
780 mm
Weight :
192 kg
Wheelbase: 1.486 mm
Length :
2.125 mm Height : 1.210 mm
Seat :
815 mm
Weight :
233 kg

Engine

Motor type unknown 1 Cylinder
Displacement: 652 ccm
Hub: 83 mm
Hole: 100 mm
Drive: Kette
Aisles: 5
Motor design: 90° V2 engine 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.042 ccm
Hub: 72 mm
Hole: 96 mm
Cooling: flüssig
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6

Performance

Maximum speed: 170 km/h
Performance: 48 HP at 6.500 U/Min
Torque: 60 NM bei 5.000 U/Min
Tank contents: 14 Litre
Maximum speed: 220 km/h
Performance: 115 HP at 8.700 U/Min
Torque: 105 NM bei 6.750 U/Min
Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption:
5 l
Reach:
362 km

Chassis

Frame type:
Bridges (steel)
Rear suspension:
Two-arm swingarm
Frame type:
bridge frame; Motor supporting (steel)
Front suspension:
Kayaba 41mm USD (travel 130mm)
Rear suspension:
Kayaba mono strut (travel 130 mm)
Rear suspension:
Alu single-arm swingarm
Tyres at the front: 120/70 R17
Rear tyres: 190/55 R17

Brakes

Rear brake
Disk
Front brake
Radial mounted Brembo 4-piston calipers ( 320 mm) Rear brake
Brembo 2-piston caliper ( 280 mm) floating mounted

Result

The new V100 from Moto Guzzi is a very well-equipped sports tourer with many strengths and few weaknesses. It is beguilingly beautiful and fortunately has not lost the typical Guzzi character despite all the changes. Guzzi's model policy is understandable: If you like it more puristic, take the V100. If you want the full Tec hut including semi-active Öhlins suspension, smartphone Gedaddel and QuichShifter, opt for the V100S. No matter which version you choose: The V100 owner can expect a great bike with lots of riding fun!
 
The test machine was provided by Moto Italia. Here the Moto Guzzi V100 stands as a demonstrator and is happy about test riders. Then it is best to drive north-west towards Holstein Switzerland - there are a lot of curves here and also the motorway chase over the A20 is possible. At Moto Italia (the name says it all) there are also other Italian beauties from Aprilia, Vespa and Piaggio. Just drop by...

Price/availability/colours/years of construction

  • Price: 15.500€
  • Availability: from 02/2023
  • Colours: red, white