I HATE reviewers complaining about the lack of a quick shifter! It ain't that kinda ride man. Be like complaining about lean angle of a cruiser. It's why I personally don't want one, but it's not a fault if that's your thing. I've actually been waiting to buy the tt travel because of the impending release of the new stelvio but I, in my opinion, think that the stelvio is too much tech where with the new upgrades to the tt is just about right for me. I think that I'm pulling the trigger on the tt travel this year. It's not a sports bike so quick shifter and chain drive and whatever other aggressive sports bike bits are not needed and I am not interested in competing with a gs or Ducati. Just enough tech to help and just enough suspension for when the asphalt on the pass turns to shit. Comfortable, capable and not breaking the bike. Not to mention unique, right up my alley.

@anaru5643

4 ай бұрын

Nailed it, totally agree, with all points made

@brentharrington9235

3 ай бұрын

You won't be disappointed. If what you want is a reliable, compliant, comfortable, stead that can do just about anything, it's a great choice. If you know what it is, and that's what you want, you will be very happy.

@rickyricardo9918

2 ай бұрын

It's useful info, especially considering he's reviewing the 2024 models which includes the road biased Strada model. The type of roads he's on when he mentions this is where it could work well, 10:45. I would agree he over emphasized disappointment and failed to mention the after-market parts availability for such things. Overall he projects a really nice package there though.

@PAULRIGBY-lm7gb

Ай бұрын

100% right. I can't understand anyone riding a V85 n even thinking about a quick shifter, it's not adding anything it's taking away something. Then again I have a quick shifter on a BMW that I never use. Maybe my next lap of Spa Francorchamps I'll give it a nudge?

@zoranpetkovski8408

Ай бұрын

Totally agree with you . . . those who like all these driving aids just have to buy a SCOOTER!!!.

I bought a 2023 V85TT Travel last year. I had not purchased a brand-new bike in many years, but the specs, weight, looks and principally, ease of DIY maintenance, convinced me to con myself into trading my R1200GSA on it. While the wind management on the BMW was perfect for me, a cocoon of comfort, I found it to be absolutely horrid on the V85TT Travel. I came very close to selling it or trading it back in for something else during the first one thousand miles of use. I tried an aftermarket windshield, I tried a Laminar Lip, I tried the standard lower windshield from the basic spec bike, but nothing would change the paint-shaker style buffeting it created on my head. It was maddening!!! Diving deep into the Moto Guzzi forums, someone recommended the MRA X-Creen as a solution. I purchased one as a last resort, mounted it to the original factory windscreen and thankfully, it helped immensely. You see, the buffeting was so bad, but so bad, that it was impossible to focus on what was good about the bike. As I was able to shift the focus from the buffeting, to the rest of the motorcycle as a whole, I have fallen in love with it. After almost fifty years of continuous riding, and having owned dozens upon dozens of motorcycles, the V85TT really brings so much character to the table that it is impossible not to appreciate it. Superb handling, excellent fuel range, adequate power, lovely airbox growl, very comfortable seat and seating position. When travelling, I can ride 400 miles a day with ease on it, almost no fatigue, and most impressively, how does Moto Guzzi gets the bike to stay cool with only 1.9Q of oil on an air-cooled engine? It also consumes almost no oil at all, even when ridden very hard, which is most of the time. It would be nice to know if the 2024 V85TT Travel Windshield and wind management accessories would fit the 2023 model.

@karelkrticka2786

3 ай бұрын

I hear you. My solution is De Byl Tech Wind deflectors + Puig Touring Windscreen. It seems to cure the problem.

@trevorkarrett3041

3 ай бұрын

​@@karelkrticka2786yep, I have the same setup and it's pretty solid. I also have a cheap eBay laminar lip I can clip on for long rides if I'm especially worried about it, but it's a bit annoying and ugly IMO so I don't run it unless I'm planning a very long ride.

@nickzourb190

3 ай бұрын

How tall are you?

@Twentyfourvalves

3 ай бұрын

@@nickzourb190 I am 6'0" with a 29" inseam.

@Twentyfourvalves

3 ай бұрын

@@karelkrticka2786 Yes I also have the De Byl deflectors. I wish I could find a real "cure" for the issue. The stock windscreen with the MRA X-Creen improves it dramatically, but I must live with high wind decibel levels, which is better than the paint-shaker style buffeting. Your Puig screen really "cured" it completely at all speeds?

Love the v85tt. Amazing accomplishment to keep this bike improving in the era of rapidly increasing emissions regulations. I own a 2021 and it has been a reliable work horse; an excellent rough road tourer.

@pauld.b7129

2 ай бұрын

Can't say the same for the V7iii. I own one, but the suspension is my main gripe. Personally, I think the v85 is probably the best bike Guzzi makes all around. Still has that great engine, but built to be ridden in real world conditions. I like the styling too. Id say it's probably the best looking ADV ever made.

A quick shifter would shave off 3 milliseconds in my next GP race, so bummed it doesn't have one.

Excellent review. Can't wait to test the Strada.

Huge fan of all Guzzis. I cannot believe they are not more popular here in the states.

@jala6707

4 ай бұрын

I believe that is almost entirely as a result of the lack of dealers. Potential buyers don't want to travel 300 km or more for a visit to the nearest dealer. Here in Canada it is even worse. Piaggio should heavily invest in more dealers to prevent losing North America completely.

@brentharrington9235

3 ай бұрын

Americans are obsessed with numbers, stats, specs and getting "THE BEST" this or the top rated that. Guzzi simply doesn't appeal to this mentality.

@984francis

2 ай бұрын

Mental health.

@Michael-ti1gn

19 күн бұрын

I've got a 2021 V7, and a 2023 Travel, I wouldn't trade them for ANYTHING!! How'd the Italians lose the war? Odd, all my Italian friends ride Harleys.

@curtissmith8789

14 күн бұрын

@@jala6707 I agree 100%. I've only ridden three Guzzis, and I've really enjoyed the ride. I haven't tested a 85tt, but recently have tested a new Stelvio. That's a nice bike. I think their dealer network is very poor in North America. If they could get that locked down, I think the product would sell itself. I'm lucky enough to have two dealerships within two hour ride. One is only 25 minutes away. Traveling across the country, that's a different story. Few and far between.

Great review of the new and improved V85TT. Looking forward to seeing the new V85TT & Stelvio models in 🇦🇺 hopefully around September or sooner? As for QuickShifters? I had this on my 2018 BMW F750GS and I only used it once or twice to try and I have to say I didn’t like it. Found myself using the clutch all the time. QuickShifters should be left to racing sports bikes, not ADV’s.

I have a v85tt centenario 2021. 45.000 km, zero problems. I had one complaint and that was the gear indicator- button. It was not tactile enough. And they changed exactly that! Perfect. Now its a perfect bike.

Great informative video on the fantastic V85TT.

Love the appearance of the white and red TT. Old school, authentic bike with some hidden modern updates.

@ozyrob1

2 ай бұрын

I like it too but I could live without the huge V85 on the tank. I like the red and white on the 2022 version too. The accessories that come standard on the travel are great but the paint isn't for me. I'd just buy the red and white one and pay through the nose fitting all the good stuff.

I fell in love with the 2023 model. Except the poor windscreen protection (changed to Ermax) and the clumsy right hand comodo , it is pure fun and happiness. Happy to see wind protection and commodo issues would have been solved. Ride safe.

Great review thanks

Love my v85 - My favorite bike

Thanks for your review. Looking forward to testing the '24 bike.

I have a mode on my Pan Am that give it 80hp :) but I only use that when the weather is too hot and I'm trying to run the bike cooler in traffic. Otherwise I keep it in the 150hp power, which based on the weight the V85 would have to produce 130hp to match the Pan Am. I did seriously look at the V85 before I brough the Pan Am. I only went for the Pan Am because it had a better power to weight ratio and a lot more tech. I use it as an all road sport tourer, I didn't get the Pan Am as an off road bike, 90% of my riding is on sealed roads. The V85 is beautiful, if I could have more than two road bikes, it would be on my list.

Reference comment on the OEM screen, I can HIGHLY recommend the uK Palmer bracket ( that you put on the windscreen bracket ) and then any off the other screens on it - even the original it adjusts up and down front and back , it fantastic and probably even better than the new 24 model screen .Also THANKYOU for the English version ( the only one ☝️ so far on the new V85tt )

@sommebuddy

Ай бұрын

Sorry...I just watched a few of your vids, and now know what the baffle is, and am placing my order.Thx again.

@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449

Ай бұрын

@@sommebuddy no worries 👍

It’s the only relatively good looking adventure bike.

Best looking bike on the market; Guzzi have a superb bike here. What’s not to like about this stylish, practical, comfortable and easy-to-maintain do it all classic? Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for the review. Im sure better torque through the range and a little more power will be much appreciated. And i like the new engine look . But i prefered the look of the old models trellis frame around the rear seat and instrument cluster. For me, i think the TT or Travel model is the one to get.

@samp2007

4 ай бұрын

Yeah, quite a bummer they got rid of the tubular framing on the rear. It was such a cool and classic look. Seeing it be replaced by a the angular shapes on the '24 models is a shame.. The same goes for the shape of the fuel tank imo

Looks great

Thanks You, How is it on Gravel/Dirt roads single track?

Great bikes

Sorry if I missed this in the review but do any of the models have cruise control? Awesome video by the way, watched the entire thing 😊

@lanehawley4987

4 ай бұрын

Yes they do

I very like the strada because of it being more road focused

Here we go again, the 2024 V85 has variable valve timing. Does it?! Then why can nobody explain what kind of system is used?! Some have said it is simply variable electronic timing control? PLEASE some technical details! Does this have an impact on regular service costs n intervals?! Is it a system already used by parent company. Keeping this a secret only makes one a little suspicious of its intent.

Must say I prefer the outgoing models looks over the 24.

Does the bigger pannier hold a full face helmet?

@trevorkarrett3041

3 ай бұрын

I think it should since my 23 Travel pannier can hold a full helmet, unless they significantly decreased the size of it, but I doubt that.

Anything in the wind about Guzzi taking the Mandello 1000 engine down to 850 or 900 for the 85V?

Liked the review overall, was helpful :)

I don't see the point of a quick shifter on a road bike.

@984francis

2 ай бұрын

It's delightful, just delightful.

I love it but it’s idiotic that realistically it has 60 hp with he shaft drive. Such a waste of potential.

If grins where a specification the Guzzi experience would be plain to see.