Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IE vs BMW R12 Twin carb (2006)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IEstacks up against the BMW R12 Twin carb. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IE | BMW R12 Twin carb |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2006 | 1942 |
| Price | $8,490 | — |
| Engine | 744 cc | 745 cc |
| Horsepower | 48 hp | 20 hp |
| Torque | 59 Nm | — |
| Weight | 182 kg | 185 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | — | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Expanding brake (drum brake). Single |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 110/70-17 / 130/80-17 | 3.50-19 / 3.5-19 |
Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IE vs BMW R12 Twin carb — which should you buy?
Picking between the Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IE and the BMW R12 Twin carb usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi Breva V750 IE brings 48 hp in a 182 kg package, while the BMW R12 Twin carb counters with 20 hp at 185 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: