If youve been watching my videos this will come as no surprise....I threw this together but I will do some better real riding videos soon. #motoguzzi #v85 #v85strada #dreambike
Congratulations, you found the gem the rest of the motorcycle community doesn't understand.. it's unique and should never be compared to any other bike outside 'Moto Guzzi'. Moto Guzzi make bikes their way.
Amen to that. I’m gonna do a video on how the conversion happened for me because it was quite an amazing process discovering this bike…. but I’m honored to be part of the tribe of people who know what this bike really is!
Man, you are really selling me on this bike! What a great thing to buy a new bike that is actually cheaper to maintain and you can work on it on your own too!
Yeah, it really wins hands-down across the board. I’m going to do a video speaking a little more about it as I’m breaking it in. But I just can’t wait to get on it at the end of the day… I haven’t felt like that in a long time! But I think it’s subjective completely. I’m sure somebody else might think I’m nuts. But it just hits me perfectly.
I really do think they are. They feel like a real motorcycle… they run Like a machine built by human hands, loaded with character and it just rewards you. And they’re easy to work on!
When you mentioned that a bike does or doesn't "speak to you", I instantly realized how I have felt this with different motorcycles. It is an intangible that goes beyond spec sheets. I am signed up for a demo day at a Guzzi place here in So Cal next weekend. Looking forward to it.
Oh, that’s great. I love how they do plenty of demo events all around the country. You know it’s all subjective and different things push people‘s buttons, but this bike pushed all of mine the right way. It has a nice gentle rumble sound when you get on the gas that is so intoxicating!
Thank you I feel really honor to be a part of this family… A well kept secret for sure! I can tell this is a forever bike… It just feels like it belongs w me for real. It plugs right into what I love about a motorcycle on several levels. I just wish I would have held back on modding the Yamaha…because somebody’s getting a really nice Mt09 SP in my old one. That’s how strong my desire was for this Moto Guzzi… It canceled all of that out pretty quickly.
2017 v9 owner here, 20+ bikes before, no other than Moto Guzzi after... Maintenance is not only easy, is FUN! I want to see valve clearance check with the new variable valve thing...
Congratulations on the new bike. I have 12,000 miles on my 2021 and find it is a joy to ride on all kinds of roads. Concerning engine oil, factory recommendation is 10W - 60, not the 20W - 50 you mentioned in your video. Happy riding!
Yes, I was just repeating what I was told by the guy at the shop… He said you could use that if you’re in a pinch. But yeah 10 W 60 for sure! Man, I feel like I have one of the best kept secrets in cycling w this bike…. Seriously!
@@Antmanmoto Given that 10W-60 is the specified oil for BMW 'M' Class cars; It's readily available at the local auto parts store; even in small town Canada.
Good vid. I switched from an fj09 tracer to the v85tt a few years ago. Fj09 is a great bike, but just not the same love affair the the v85tt has been. Or most bikes ive had for that matter. Got 10k miles on original tires. Switched to Heidenau scouts and got 20k on the back tire and going on 30k on the front. Daily commuter and ridden all over the country. Rock solid. Join the MGNOC, Moto Guzzi National Owners Club and hit up a local gathering. Great bunch of moto nerds!
That’s what I’m talking about! I’ll have to look into that group for sure. Mine came with the Dunlap Trail Max tires I think they are called. Really smooth on the road and they seem to grip pretty good. I’m not pushing it because it’s winter. But I’d like to keep a good sticky, dual sport tire on it so if I wanna hit the trails, I’ve got something there. I’ve never looked so forward to getting on a bike to do a break in!
Congratulations Sir! I could hear how much you were loving the Strada in your previous videos, so it’s great that you finally got one of your own. I’ve got one too, and I’m very jealous of your weather there; every time I’ve been out on mine for the last few months, I’ve been wrapped up like the Michelin Man, and I seem to spend more time washing the road salt off it than actually riding. Roll on spring! Just added a Givi touring screen and the high “comfort” seat to mine last week; they look dreadful, but I really appreciate being able to hear the engine and do so without cramping up. Best of luck with yours!
I hear that. I am ready for spring too. Our weather’s been treating us nice lately though. It snowed little over a week ago and quickly melt it away thankfully. It will be very comfortable this weekend and all of next week. I will definitely have her done w the break-in service by next week also. I am not going to be doing any mods to this bike…. (yeah right lol) It’s really great right out of the box. I’m just gonna ride and enjoy it.
I love the Versys… I had a 650 for 10 years, still miss that bike! Yeah, I agree. The V 85 is so satisfying to ride. I’m still breaking mine in…. congrats on having extremely good taste! 🍻
I have used nothing but ethanol free premium in my Guzzi since new, you will love the bike, it sounds and runs better with every mile you put on it.Congrats, welcome to clan of Guzzistas. PS...I would stick with 10w60, and for the gearbox and final, use 75w140....unless they changed it for your year.
Thank you and thank you for the tips as well. I will stick with 10 W 60. And the gear oil, synthetic I was thinking…but it’s the same weight gear oil for trans and rear? Man, I have never looked so forward to spending time on a bike. I’ve got a big ride planned on Sunday and I’m just beyond eager to fill this thing up in my twisty local mtn roads!! I think this is the way you’re supposed to feel when you ride your bike
@@Antmanmoto Yes, the trans and rear{final drive } use the same. Be very exact with the Gear oil....I use a horse syringe {no needle} from TSC. with some poly tube stuck on the end. Both the bike, and your mental state, are guaranteed to perform better with every outing.
Sold on the Strada with the allow wheels, street tires, lighter weight, hugger front fender, and no big silver rack on back. Love the colors on the TT but the Strada is perfect for how I ride. Congrats!
I agree with you, I'm a huge fan of the Strada! The only thing it needs that it doesn’t have is a center stand. Because that swing arm with the shaft on one side is tough to get a stand under. And I’m thinking also about travel and if I get a flat or need to switch out a tire… So I ordered one aftermarket for $175 shipped that was recommended. Other than that and a bag, I’m just gonna ride the damn thing!
Welcome to the family, Guzzi kinda ruins riding other brands. I have a 21 travel with 23k miles.Previous owner fitted bitubo suspension front and rear and total performance upgrades. She's fun to ride. I prefer the switches and screen setup on the previous years but I understand why they changed that. Have fun, I'm kind of jealous of the black, mine is sand color pattern.
Wow, sounds like you’ve got some great mods… Do you have an exhaust in a flash? I told myself with this bike I’m just going to ride it. The only thing I want to get for it is a center stand because it does not have that like yours does. I think it’s pretty vital important with this bike.
Congratulations! Your enthusiasm is contagious. This week I traded in my BMW r1250rt for a 2024 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory se-09 sbk. My other bike is a BMW r1250gs and oddly I am looking to trade it as well. I am considering a V85tt even though I know it is not a match for the GS. I would be trading clinical excellence for a little bit of soul. I like the idea of having two polar opposite bikes. Do you find that you appreciate the drastic difference in your two bikes and that you choose one over the other on a particular day based on your mood and your desire to ride aggressively (or not)?
IMO great motorcycle!!!!. BTW I "love & appreciate" Guzzi's and would love to have this exact same model, however (based on limited dealers in the US) I would never have it as my one & only motorcycle here in eastern Washington (the nearest dealer is 100+ miles away from me).
I think the beauty of this machine is you can do most of the maintenance work yourself… I mean even valve checks are a piece of cake. This bike doesn’t have a cooling system and the oil changes are very simple. You really won’t need a dealer and you can order parts to your door in days. But I would agree if we were talking about my other bike the Tuono V4… That’s a different story but this bike is easy. You should not rule it out.
I just bought a 2023 V85TT for the same reasons. Will be selling my Husqvarna Norden 901because, as good as it undoubtedly is, I don't love it after 6000 miles. Guzzis feed the soul.
Yeah, it’s like a vibrational thing without sounding like a hippie… Like I just had no vibes from the MT even though it’s a really fun bike to ride. But this V 85 is like a magical feeling to ride it is all I can describe it as comparatively . Strada just puts joy into my heart for real. The Yamaha did not do that but I tried with it.
I've rode a ton of bikes like 50ish demo bikes last year and I will say nothing gives you the feeling a guzzi does. They are truly special machines. The closest bikes that have that feeling are bmw r12/nine t, and harley and royal enfield 650s as well. The triumph 900/1200 bikes are nice and sound good but not the same feel as guzzi. Moto guzzi is the most characterful bike that is not exhausting to ride.
Precisely. I couldn’t agree more… I’ve demo’d so many different bikes, triumph let me demo ride all of their models last year, and they let you take them out for some really good routes. But I would come back feeling like OK, that was fun…here’s your key back. But with this bike, the V85 Strada, when I was done riding it, I wanted to go again, and again…. and again. And then thinking about it the next days and weeks. I knew I was hooked because that’s not a feeling you get too often. I knew one day I would have it and I’m glad that day came sooner than expected!
Man,I truly fell you. I have change a lot of japan bike. I don't feel anything too.a only bike who something tell me is the yamaha mt-01.... Japan only for every bay bike,work bike in the city.... nothing more!!!!
Yeah, I think they are just so efficient and seamless… Almost bland. But there’s nothing bland about an Mt09 or 10… I don’t want anyone to think I’m saying that. But this air cooled twin cylinder putting out just 80 hp and 60 foot pounds completely knocks my socks off man!
Yeah, I was wondering what gas to run. It did not have that information on the sticker anywhere obvious I just put supreme in it, but I might just try to run the middle grade if you’re running regular. Thanks for the tips.
Congratulations, you found the gem the rest of the motorcycle community doesn't understand.. it's unique and should never be compared to any other bike outside 'Moto Guzzi'. Moto Guzzi make bikes their way.
Amen to that. I’m gonna do a video on how the conversion happened for me because it was quite an amazing process discovering this bike…. but I’m honored to be part of the tribe of people who know what this bike really is!
Man, you are really selling me on this bike! What a great thing to buy a new bike that is actually cheaper to maintain and you can work on it on your own too!
Yeah, it really wins hands-down across the board. I’m going to do a video speaking a little more about it as I’m breaking it in. But I just can’t wait to get on it at the end of the day… I haven’t felt like that in a long time! But I think it’s subjective completely. I’m sure somebody else might think I’m nuts. But it just hits me perfectly.
I have been looking at guzzies. I think they are a hidden gem.
I really do think they are. They feel like a real motorcycle… they run Like a machine built by human hands, loaded with character and it just rewards you. And they’re easy to work on!
Welcome to the Moto Guzzi family I own a California EV.
When you mentioned that a bike does or doesn't "speak to you", I instantly realized how I have felt this with different motorcycles. It is an intangible that goes beyond spec sheets. I am signed up for a demo day at a Guzzi place here in So Cal next weekend. Looking forward to it.
Oh, that’s great. I love how they do plenty of demo events all around the country. You know it’s all subjective and different things push people‘s buttons, but this bike pushed all of mine the right way. It has a nice gentle rumble sound when you get on the gas that is so intoxicating!
Congratulations on the new bike… do some journeying on it to get to some of the best of what it will offer.
"Clan". Tribe or collection of families under a chief and of supposed ancestry. Nothing untoward with the Guzzi Clan. glad you are enjoying the bike.
welcom to the CLAN, man :)
Welcome to the family. You're done. Once you own a Guzzi you will always own a Guzzi. Problem is you will be getting more, not a problem though.
Thank you I feel really honor to be a part of this family… A well kept secret for sure!
I can tell this is a forever bike… It just feels like it belongs w me for real. It plugs right into what I love about a motorcycle on several levels. I just wish I would have held back on modding the Yamaha…because somebody’s getting a really nice Mt09 SP in my old one. That’s how strong my desire was for this Moto Guzzi… It canceled all of that out pretty quickly.
I get it. I own a 2021 v85tt; love it. Hand made in Italy, mechanical heart and soul. Congrats and enjoy.
Congrats on the new bike! It's all about the vibes and the smiles they bring!!!
Yeah, that unspoken thing is big with me… If I don’t have that, I feel like what am I doing???
2017 v9 owner here, 20+ bikes before, no other than Moto Guzzi after... Maintenance is not only easy, is FUN! I want to see valve clearance check with the new variable valve thing...
Lovely bike and the best colour! You cant beat a Guzzi they really are special bikes!
I really learned that last year. I could not stop thinking about how much fun it was to ride. The Guzzi ppl truly understand!!
Congratulations on the new bike. I have 12,000 miles on my 2021 and find it is a joy to ride on all kinds of roads. Concerning engine oil, factory recommendation is 10W - 60, not the 20W - 50 you mentioned in your video. Happy riding!
Amen on the oil, don't cheap out 10/60. Have owned 2 V7s, V9 Bobber, Griso, 2025 Travel V85. Sold my Ducs and Japanese bikes and joined the clan hard
Yes, I was just repeating what I was told by the guy at the shop… He said you could use that if you’re in a pinch. But yeah 10 W 60 for sure! Man, I feel like I have one of the best kept secrets in cycling w this bike…. Seriously!
@@Antmanmoto Given that 10W-60 is the specified oil for BMW 'M' Class cars; It's readily available at the local auto parts store; even in small town Canada.
Good vid. I switched from an fj09 tracer to the v85tt a few years ago. Fj09 is a great bike, but just not the same love affair the the v85tt has been. Or most bikes ive had for that matter. Got 10k miles on original tires. Switched to Heidenau scouts and got 20k on the back tire and going on 30k on the front. Daily commuter and ridden all over the country. Rock solid. Join the MGNOC, Moto Guzzi National Owners Club and hit up a local gathering. Great bunch of moto nerds!
That’s what I’m talking about! I’ll have to look into that group for sure. Mine came with the Dunlap Trail Max tires I think they are called. Really smooth on the road and they seem to grip pretty good. I’m not pushing it because it’s winter. But I’d like to keep a good sticky, dual sport tire on it so if I wanna hit the trails, I’ve got something there. I’ve never looked so forward to getting on a bike to do a break in!
Congratulations on the bike! Welcome to the moto guzzi family! It"s like a virus you can't get rid off........😉😁
I love it! I’m thankful to have it. It’s really an amazing bike to ride.
Congrats!
Congratulations Sir! I could hear how much you were loving the Strada in your previous videos, so it’s great that you finally got one of your own. I’ve got one too, and I’m very jealous of your weather there; every time I’ve been out on mine for the last few months, I’ve been wrapped up like the Michelin Man, and I seem to spend more time washing the road salt off it than actually riding. Roll on spring! Just added a Givi touring screen and the high “comfort” seat to mine last week; they look dreadful, but I really appreciate being able to hear the engine and do so without cramping up. Best of luck with yours!
I hear that. I am ready for spring too. Our weather’s been treating us nice lately though. It snowed little over a week ago and quickly melt it away thankfully. It will be very comfortable this weekend and all of next week. I will definitely have her done w the break-in service by next week also. I am not going to be doing any mods to this bike…. (yeah right lol) It’s really great right out of the box. I’m just gonna ride and enjoy it.
I have a 2023, coming from a Versys 1000, and I love it! The Versys has almost 40 more HP but I love the V85TT much more. 2,000 miles and no regrets.
I love the Versys… I had a 650 for 10 years, still miss that bike! Yeah, I agree. The V 85 is so satisfying to ride. I’m still breaking mine in…. congrats on having extremely good taste! 🍻
Lovely bike. Love to try a Guzzi one day. Enjoy 👍
You should! Just know that it might sink its hooks into you unexpectedly like a did me!
You gotta respect the honesty, but you better still be ripping the dragon when I get there!!! Lol😊 like a kid in the candy store!!!
To be honest with you… I wasn’t ripping it too hard on the MT. Riding with you I still have to whip out the Aprilia anyway
Congrats.
Thank you!
I have used nothing but ethanol free premium in my Guzzi since new, you will love the bike, it sounds and runs better with every mile you put on it.Congrats, welcome to clan of Guzzistas. PS...I would stick with 10w60, and for the gearbox and final, use 75w140....unless they changed it for your year.
Thank you and thank you for the tips as well. I will stick with 10 W 60. And the gear oil, synthetic I was thinking…but it’s the same weight gear oil for trans and rear? Man, I have never looked so forward to spending time on a bike. I’ve got a big ride planned on Sunday and I’m just beyond eager to fill this thing up in my twisty local mtn roads!! I think this is the way you’re supposed to feel when you ride your bike
@@Antmanmoto Yes, the trans and rear{final drive } use the same. Be very exact with the Gear oil....I use a horse syringe {no needle} from TSC. with some poly tube stuck on the end. Both the bike, and your mental state, are guaranteed to perform better with every outing.
I put a set of Conti trail attack 3 (90% road)tires on mine and got 9000 miles out of them.
Sold on the Strada with the allow wheels, street tires, lighter weight, hugger front fender, and no big silver rack on back. Love the colors on the TT but the Strada is perfect for how I ride. Congrats!
I agree with you, I'm a huge fan of the Strada! The only thing it needs that it doesn’t have is a center stand. Because that swing arm with the shaft on one side is tough to get a stand under. And I’m thinking also about travel and if I get a flat or need to switch out a tire… So I ordered one aftermarket for $175 shipped that was recommended. Other than that and a bag, I’m just gonna ride the damn thing!
Welcome to the family, Guzzi kinda ruins riding other brands. I have a 21 travel with 23k miles.Previous owner fitted bitubo suspension front and rear and total performance upgrades. She's fun to ride. I prefer the switches and screen setup on the previous years but I understand why they changed that. Have fun, I'm kind of jealous of the black, mine is sand color pattern.
Wow, sounds like you’ve got some great mods… Do you have an exhaust in a flash? I told myself with this bike I’m just going to ride it. The only thing I want to get for it is a center stand because it does not have that like yours does. I think it’s pretty vital important with this bike.
Congratulations! Your enthusiasm is contagious. This week I traded in my BMW r1250rt for a 2024 Aprilia Tuono V4 1100 Factory se-09 sbk. My other bike is a BMW r1250gs and oddly I am looking to trade it as well. I am considering a V85tt even though I know it is not a match for the GS. I would be trading clinical excellence for a little bit of soul. I like the idea of having two polar opposite bikes. Do you find that you appreciate the drastic difference in your two bikes and that you choose one over the other on a particular day based on your mood and your desire to ride aggressively (or not)?
IMO great motorcycle!!!!. BTW I "love & appreciate" Guzzi's and would love to have this exact same model, however (based on limited dealers in the US) I would never have it as my one & only motorcycle here in eastern Washington (the nearest dealer is 100+ miles away from me).
I think the beauty of this machine is you can do most of the maintenance work yourself… I mean even valve checks are a piece of cake. This bike doesn’t have a cooling system and the oil changes are very simple. You really won’t need a dealer and you can order parts to your door in days. But I would agree if we were talking about my other bike the Tuono V4… That’s a different story but this bike is easy. You should not rule it out.
@@Antmanmoto, I agree with you, but I'm not into wrenching or do-it-yourself (I don't have time for it anymore). Enjoy your Guzzi!!!
I just bought a 2023 V85TT for the same reasons. Will be selling my Husqvarna Norden 901because, as good as it undoubtedly is, I don't love it after 6000 miles. Guzzis feed the soul.
Yeah, it’s like a vibrational thing without sounding like a hippie… Like I just had no vibes from the MT even though it’s a really fun bike to ride. But this V 85 is like a magical feeling to ride it is all I can describe it as comparatively . Strada just puts joy into my heart for real. The Yamaha did not do that but I tried with it.
@@Antmanmoto Nothing wrong with sounding like a hippie, man😁
I've rode a ton of bikes like 50ish demo bikes last year and I will say nothing gives you the feeling a guzzi does. They are truly special machines. The closest bikes that have that feeling are bmw r12/nine t, and harley and royal enfield 650s as well. The triumph 900/1200 bikes are nice and sound good but not the same feel as guzzi. Moto guzzi is the most characterful bike that is not exhausting to ride.
Precisely. I couldn’t agree more… I’ve demo’d so many different bikes, triumph let me demo ride all of their models last year, and they let you take them out for some really good routes. But I would come back feeling like OK, that was fun…here’s your key back. But with this bike, the V85 Strada, when I was done riding it, I wanted to go again, and again…. and again. And then thinking about it the next days and weeks. I knew I was hooked because that’s not a feeling you get too often. I knew one day I would have it and I’m glad that day came sooner than expected!
@@Antmanmoto 💯 and glad u got it sooner than expected
Man,I truly fell you.
I have change a lot of japan bike.
I don't feel anything too.a only bike who something tell me is the yamaha mt-01....
Japan only for every bay bike,work bike in the city.... nothing more!!!!
Yeah, I think they are just so efficient and seamless… Almost bland. But there’s nothing bland about an Mt09 or 10… I don’t want anyone to think I’m saying that. But this air cooled twin cylinder putting out just 80 hp and 60 foot pounds completely knocks my socks off man!
Clan. Damn that’s funny. Glad you have a sense of humor. And moved on. But you’re correct, a bit clueless
I’m a bit clueless? Well I really had no idea about the electronics or how to access anything on this bike just yet. I’ll get there.
@ lol. Not u. The people that come to with “clan”. Sorry, maybe I needed a colon. You’re correct and they are clueless.
And the V100 didn‘t do it? Hope you don‘t miss the power.
Can you compare the transmission of v85 with Yamahas.
It's the side to side shake on start up with all Moto Guzzi's
Man, I love that so much… I was confused by it the first few times lol
My V7 special edition runs great on regular gas, 87oct.(2023) 55 --63 mpg. Gear oil 70-140 synthetic, same for rear, engine I run ams oil car 15-50.
Yeah, I was wondering what gas to run. It did not have that information on the sticker anywhere obvious I just put supreme in it, but I might just try to run the middle grade if you’re running regular. Thanks for the tips.