Honda XLV 750 R vs Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special (1986)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XLV 750 Rstacks up against the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XLV 750 RMoto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special
Model year19861969
Price
Engine749 cc750 cc
Horsepower61 hp45 hp
Weight230 kg
Fuel capacity5.2 L5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-21 / 130/80-17

Honda XLV 750 R vs Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XLV 750 R and the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XLV 750 R brings 61 hp, while the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750 Special counters with 45 hp at 230 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: