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RIDE REVIEW I 2024 MOTO GUZZI V85 RANGE
The 853cc engine is undeni-
ably delightful to experience, but
it's not exactly small in terms of
physical presence. Those rather
bulbous cylinders sticking out
either side of the frame mean
you can only be on one brand, yet
those familiar with the trade
-
mark side-to-side rock of a Guzzi
transverse V-twin might be a tad
underwhelmed purely due to how
much more refined the motor is.
cast alloy wheels on the Strada
and tubeless spoked aluminum
units on the TT and Travel.
FROM THE HOT SEATS
As much as I'd like to tell you
each of the three V85 models
offers a markedly different ride
experience, I can't. What they do
share, however, is more similari
-
ties than differences.
(Above) One of the
most unmistakable
faces in
motorcycling today.
(Above left) Side-
mounted shock
with preload knob
is standard fitment
for the V85 TT and
V85 TT Travel but it
is an accessory on
the Strada.
The Strada looks
great without the
luggage and performs
admirably.
