Borile B500 Ricki vs Moto Guzzi V 50 (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Borile B500 Rickistacks up against the Moto Guzzi V 50. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBorile B500 RickiMoto Guzzi V 50
Model year20151979
Price
Engine487 cc490 cc
Horsepower39 hp
Weight122 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. HydraulicDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. HydraulicSingle disc
Tires3.00-21 / 4.50-18 3.25-18 / 3.50-18

Borile B500 Ricki vs Moto Guzzi V 50 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Borile B500 Ricki and the Moto Guzzi V 50 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Borile B500 Ricki brings its published horsepower in a 122 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi V 50 counters with 39 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: