- Moto Guzzi V85 priced at Rs 12.64 lakhs (ex-showroom, India)
- Gets a classic-inspired styling with modern features
- Available in limited numbers only till April 1, 2020
The Moto Guzzi V85 is now available for sale in India with a price tag of Rs 12.64 lakhs (ex-showroom, India). However, since the motorcycle isn’t BS6 compliant, it will only be available till April 1, 2020 in limited numbers.
The adventure bike looks similar to the V85 concept that was unveiled at last the 2018 EICMA in Italy. It incorporates a classic-inspired styling but gets modern features. The V85 gets a muscular fuel tank, high-set mudguard and unique-looking twin LED headlamps with an LED strip in the shape of Moto Guzzi’s logo. Furthermore, it rides on spoke wheels (19-inch front and 17-inch rear), and sports an upswept exhaust, fork protectors, engine sump guard and hand guards to complement its off-road character.
The Moto Guzzi V85 comes powered by an 853cc, V-Twin motor that produces 78bhp and 80Nm of torque. It gets an asymmetric swingarm and a new shaft drive transmission. In terms of electronics, the bike comes equipped with traction control, ABS and three ride modes- Road, Rain and Off-Road. It also gets a full-colour TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity.
As for competition, it goes up against the Triumph Tiger 800, Ducati Multistrada 950 and the BMW F850 GS in India.
