Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect) vs Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial (1992)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect)stacks up against the Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect)Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial
Model year19921971
Price
Engine742 cc748 cc
Horsepower50 hp51 hp
Fuel capacity6.3 L5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires90/90-21 / 130/90-17 4.00-18 / 4.00-18

Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect) vs Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect) and the Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin (reduced effect) brings 50 hp, while the Moto Guzzi V7 Spezial counters with 51 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: