Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada vs Honda CB1000C (1994)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi 1000 Stradastacks up against the Honda CB1000C. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi 1000 StradaHonda CB1000C
Model year19941983
Price$3,648
Engine950 cc973 cc
Horsepower71 hp89 hp
Torque77 Nm61 Nm
Weight210 kg
Seat height29 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed10-speed
Front brakesDual discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/90-18 / 140/90-16

Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada vs Honda CB1000C — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada and the Honda CB1000C usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada brings 71 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Honda CB1000C counters with 89 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: