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Motors are very different I really like the v9 (first gen), locomotive like. RPM limited to 6000 on v9, while 85 gets to 7000. 85 is faster, but also feels much different, I wish I could explain it, but they are both very fun motors. I too, have not ridden a gen 1 v85.
Ok Guzzi brain trusts, what say you on the “newer” V85 with the variable valve timing now that it’s been out a while?Would like to hear from you and if any of you had the previous versions what longer term observations have you comparitively speaking?Thanks in advance,inditx
Yeah I’ve always felt that the V9 motor in a V85 frame would be fun, something about that torque low down I guess.
That’s what I would have opted for if the two were side by side in the shop.How is the variation in timing achieved ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2csP7PbI47cThis may help
It does a little bit. I guess I am pleased that it is not some system that is primarily controlled by a load of electronic data shoved up a wire into an ECU…Like all this stuff, it’s fantastic….Until it isn’t.I know y’all can say that if it wasn’t for technological “advancements”, we’d all be running around with Amal carbs and worn out contact breakers. Steering “dampers” that are steel plates with leather in between and a multitude of additions that look like something from a Fred Flinstone cartoon.But here’s the thing…When you get your torque boost earlier in the rev range, you’ll think it’s really beaut until that becomes passe’ and THEN when the whole lot takes a dump, you’ll lament the simplicity of your old Guzunthapede. When you get back on THAT, you’ll miss the power of your Guzzi.We all want what we left behind…VVT on a ditch pump is lipstick on a pig….Just learn to love your pig and don’t hang a rock around your neck that you have to carry.Here’s an honest question..If you could buy a brand new VVT V85 TTOr this brand new…Which would you prefer ?Go ahead, I can take it.Oh and BTW, why is it deemed “better” if your peak torque comes in at a lower rpm, last time I looked there was a little lever near the engine just ahead of the left footpeg and if you give the little silver handle near the left handlebar grip a small squeeze and give the aforementioned lever a downward tap…You’ll be rewarded with a power increase that you commanded all for yourself and your endorphin levels will rise accordingly.Isn’t that what we all own a motorbicycle for..?
I have always loved what you did with your bike Huzo.I had a 23 and put mods on it and licked it well enough but honestly I was hoping the motor was like the first gen V9 motor. I can’t explain why, I just like that particular motor that much. So now, I’m faced with buying a 2025 V85 or a new Stelvio. First world problems I know and it’s great to have choices.Your points, or lack thereof, see what I did there referring to old school ignition lol,…..are well made though.inditx
BTW, why is it deemed “better” if your peak torque comes in at a lower rpm, last time I looked there was a little lever near the wengine just ahead of the left footpeg and if you give the little silver handle near the left handlebar grip a small squeeze and give the aforementioned lever a downward tap…You’ll be rewarded with a power increase that you commanded all for yourself and your endorphin levels will rise accordingly.
