Honda VF 500 F vs Moto Guzzi Dondolino (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VF 500 Fstacks up against the Moto Guzzi Dondolino. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VF 500 FMoto Guzzi Dondolino
Model year19861951
Price
Engine497 cc498 cc
Horsepower70 hp
Weight127 kg
Fuel capacity4.5 L5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-16 / 110/90-18

Honda VF 500 F vs Moto Guzzi Dondolino — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VF 500 F and the Moto Guzzi Dondolino usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VF 500 F brings 70 hp, while the Moto Guzzi Dondolino counters with its own power figure at 127 kg.

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: