Adventure Motorcycles
1985Moto Guzzi V 65 TT
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The 1985 Moto Guzzi V 65 TT is an adventure bike for riders who want long-distance comfort with light off-road ability. Its 643cc air-cooled twin makes 45 hp, with a 184 kg wet weight, a 13-litre tank and a 156 km/h top speed.
- Capacity
- 643.0 ccm
- Engine
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 184.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built as a lightweight adventure-tourer of its era, blending mild off-road capability with practical road use rather than outright speed.
- Built for
- A charming, old-school Italian V-twin with shaft drive reliability and a torquey but unhurried demeanor typical of 1980s Guzzi allrounders.
- Not ideal for
- Not suitable for riders seeking modern power, high top speed, or serious technical off-road performance.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 643.0 ccm
- Power
- 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- Engine type
- V-Twin, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.2446 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 80.0 x 64.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.8:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Shaft
Performance
- Top speed
- 156.0 km/h (96.9 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 3.00-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.00-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 643 cc | 643 cc | 643 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 13 L | 13 L | 13 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Moto Guzzi V 65 TT?
The 1985 Moto Guzzi V 65 TT has a Capacity of 643.0 ccm (39.24 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Moto Guzzi V 65 TT have?
The 1985 Moto Guzzi V 65 TT has a Power of 45.0 HP (33.1 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
How many gears does the Moto Guzzi V 65 TT have?
The 1985 Moto Guzzi V 65 TT has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Moto Guzzi V 65 TT weigh?
The 1985 Moto Guzzi V 65 TT has a Wet weight of 184.0 kg (405.7 pounds).
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