Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 vs Moto Guzzi V85 Concept (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701stacks up against the Moto Guzzi V85 Concept. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHusqvarna Svartpilen 701Moto Guzzi V85 Concept
Model year20202018
Price
Engine693 cc850 cc
Horsepower75 hp80 hp
Torque74 Nm
Weight161 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Four-piston calipers. Radially mounted. Double disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Single disc

Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 vs Moto Guzzi V85 Concept — which should you buy?

Picking between the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 and the Moto Guzzi V85 Concept usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 701 brings 75 hp in a 161 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi V85 Concept counters with 80 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: