BMW R nineT Urban G/S versus Moto Guzzi V100

BMW R nineT Urban G/S

Retro

Moto Guzzi V100

Sporttourer

Retro, Scrambler, Naked, Tourer - what kind of machine is this?

The classification of the BMW R nineT Urban G/S is not easy. Is it a retro bike, a scrambler, a naked bike or even a tourer? Like the model, the R80G/S from the 80s, is probably a mixture of everything. How did the Urban... weiter

BMW R nineT Urban G/S im Test

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What can the new sports tourer from Mandello del Lario do?

The Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello is a new sports tourer from Italy. The machine has been completely redeveloped and breaks with some old Guzzi traditions, e.g. by water cooling and changed cylinder position. Whether the V100... weiter

Moto Guzzi V100 im Test

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Year of construction / RRP / Test report

Built von 2017 bis 2023

Built von 2022 bis 2024~

RRP 14.750 €

RRP 15.499 €

Ausführliches Test-Video von Motorradtest.de

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Competitors

Pros:

Engine
Handling
Brake
Chassis
Impression of quality
Optics

Pros:

engine with a strong character
gorgeous V2 sound
snappy brakes
good technical equipment
typical Guzzi feeling goes along

Cons:

missing indicators for fuel level, engine speed and gear
Travel possibilities and wind protection not at GS level

Cons:

Clutch separates a bit sticky at first

Dimensions & Weight

Wheelbase: 1.527 mm
Length : 2.175 mm Height : 1.105 mm
Seat : 850 mm
Weight : 221 (max: 430 ) kg

Wheelbase: 1.486 mm
Length : 2.125 mm Height : 1.210 mm
Seat : 815 mm
Weight : 233 kg

Engine

Motor design: Boxer 2 Cylinder
Displacement: 1.170 ccm
Hub: 73 mm
Hole: 101 mm
Cooling: Öl-Luft
Drive: Kardan
Aisles: 6

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: 220 km/h
Performance: 110 HP at 7.750 U/Min
Torque: 116 NM bei 6.000 U/Min

Tank contents: 17 Litre
Consumption: 5 l
Reach: 321 km

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:
Lattice tube (steel)

Front suspension:
Telescopic fork 43 mm (travel 125 mm)

Rear suspension:
Mono strut (travel 140 mm)
Rear suspension:
Paralever

Tyres at the front: ZR
Rear tyres: ZR

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

Front brake
Double disc (∅ 320 mm) Rear brake
Disc (∅ 265 mm)

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

Conclusion - what sticks

Without question, Urban G/S is beguiling. Our tester Markus let himself be carried away to the remark that in his eyes it is currently the most beautiful motorcycle on the market. It is also a typical boxer child and high-quality workmanship from front to back. For those who do not constantly commute between Germany and Mongolia, the Urban G/S may even be better suited than a normal GS, because the Urban G/S is handier and weighs significantly less.

The test bike was provided to us by Bergmann & Söhne in Pinneberg for this test. There is exactly this bike as a demonstrator and is looking forward to a lot of test riders. So, let's go to Pinneberg near Hamburg!

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...